Research

Research with impact

From health and medical exploration to real-world big data applications, Bond’s research portfolio reflects the University’s spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship and independence.  

Our community of researchers represents a cross-section of accomplished professionals in their chosen field; attracted to Bond by the focused support and resources available to our research academics and students.

Working in partnership with fellow academics, practitioners and students, they are connected to a global research network, striving to know better so that we can do better. 

Research centres and institutes

Bond University is home to a range of research centres and institutes that are recognised for their findings across a number of disciplines, including evidence-based healthcare, data analytics, construction management, legal professional education, tactical response and biomedicine. Collectively, these disciplines contribute to Bond’s vibrant research culture and the University’s overall function as an institution for learning, discovery, scholarship and invention.

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Higher Degrees by Research (HDR)

Discover the Bond research experience, where you will be part of a talented cohort of HDR students. We offer master’s and PhD research degrees in an extensive range of discipline areas that will see you be mentored by a team of academic supervisors. We can also connect you to valuable industry contacts and offer one-on-one job search support through the Career Development Centre.

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Research support

We are committed to growing our vibrant research culture here at Bond, and provide a high level of support at all stages of the research process. Find out how we can assist you with ethics for your research, seeking funding for your research, and recording your research.

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Research governance

Our research programs are governed by University Research Committee in accordance with the plans outlined in the University’s Research Strategic Plan. Sub-committees provide further guidance to ensure that our research projects are responsibly managed.

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Research stories from Bond

    Why family empires fall

    Dr Clarisse Lafleur’s PhD lifts the lid on the Succession-style drama inside family offices, with her personal connections helping her get the full picture.
    Alumni

    The science of eye colour explained

    Blue, brown, green or something in between — what lies behind the differences in eye colour?
    Research

    Designing for a better future

    When Nicole Mesquita-Mendes started her degree in architecture at Bond, she had one goal – to leave the world a better place. At just 24, she’s already having a global impact.
    Architecture
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Research news

No seed of truth in mango ‘miracle’ cure

Bond University researchers have found no evidence to support the claimed health benefits of a so-called 'miracle' mango supplement.

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Patients suffer invasive treatments for harmless cancers

Australians are increasingly being diagnosed with cancers that will do them no harm if left undetected or untreated, exposing them to unnecessary surgeries and chemotherapy, says a new study published online today in the Medical Journal of Australia.

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Sustainability of Healthcare Awards hosts inaugural Colloquium at Bond

Overdiagnosis of disease was a hot topic when healthcare experts from across Australia gathered at Bond University recently for the 2019 Sustainability of Healthcare Awards and Colloquium.

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community

New One Goal, One Community anti-bullying video released called Positive Change Starts with Me

This is the third in a series of student-led videos created for the Bond University "One Goal, One Community: Moving beyond bullying and empowering for life" program. The program is designed using ten

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