Mater Research is a recognised leader in medical research. Our bench to bedside philosophy sees us working across Mater Health’s hospitals and health services, The University of Queensland, and the world-class Translational Research Institute (TRI). We are committed to working closely with Mater Health, Mater Education and our growing network of partners and collaborators to turn scientific discovery into the best possible treatment, care, and outcomes for patients and our broader community.

Mater Research Institute - The University of Queensland (MRI-UQ) is an alliance between Mater Research and UQ, providing strategic benefits to both partners. Mater Research brings to the alliance considerable clinical collaboration opportunities and UQ brings all its expertise as a research, education, and teaching institution. Mater Research employees, through an affiliation to MRI-UQ have access to world-class research infrastructure and systems.

We continue to make great strides in medical research, read about our recent successes in our latest Annual Report.

 

Our key focus areas are Cancer , Chronic and Integrated Care , Healthcare Delivery and Innovation , Mother and Baby , Neuroscience .

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May

Strengthening healthcare outcomes for First Nations mums and bubs through research

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Apr

Genetics and immune function intersect in inflammatory bowel disease 

A Mater Research project that aims to uncover the drivers behind the development of Type 1 diabetes has received a $USD200,000 funding boost.

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Apr

Uncovering the drivers that cause Type 1 diabetes

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Apr

Providing support to bereaved families after stillbirth and neonatal death

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Apr

Addressing the needs of Australians with Intellectual Disability

It is with mixed emotions that Mater Research says goodbye to Sonia Hancock, one of our strongest and most loyal supporters.

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Mar

Sonia Hancock thanked for pivotal role at Mater Research

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Mar

Queensland research team targets ovarian cancer vaccine

Mater Research is delighted to welcome Professor Kum Kum Khanna to Mater.  

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Mar

Welcome Professor Kum Kum Khanna to Mater Research: A Pioneer in Women’s Cancer Research

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Mater People ride to raise funds for cancer

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Mar

Program changes attitudes to patients with disabilities