www.burnet.edu.au

The Burnet Institute is a leading Australian medical research and public health organisation focused on improving the health of disadvantaged and marginalised groups. Burnet’s culture links innovative discovery-oriented research with development and humanitarian action. We integrate our world-class laboratory and field-based research into multidisciplinary programs to prevent, detect and treat diseases of global significance. This unique approach allows us to make a tangible and sustainable impact on health in both developed and developing countries.

The medical research programs conducted in our Australian laboratories encompass three areas: infectious diseases – hepatitis, HIV, influenza, malaria and tuberculosis; cancers – breast, ovarian, prostate and blood cancers; and autoimmune diseases – rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.

We undertake innovative epidemiological research, including surveillance and modelling complemented by participatory social research. We work at international and regional levels, and with governments, civil society and communities in more than 15 countries. We build capacity and strengthen health services to reduce the impact of major health problems. Some of these include: reducing the impact and spread of HIV, promoting sexual and reproductive health, and improving the health of children, youth, parents and older people.

Burnet has four Centres – Virology, Immunology, Population Health and International Health. These Centres represent our key areas of research and public health.

Educational Activities:

• Class visits to the Institute including lab tours
• Will attend a career information session organized by your school
• Have specific open days for students and their parents to attend
• Host work experience for students
• Burnet building and laboratory tours are available by appointment

Paul Rathbone
Phone: 03 9282 2111
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