- Stress and Depression
- Diabetes and Obesity
- Reproduction
- Breast Cancer
- Neurophysiological and Immune System Interactions
We are always looking for outstanding PhD candidate!
If you are interested in a PhD in one of the center's research area, do not hesitate to contact us for funding opportunities in addition to those listed below!
The University of New England (UNE) has been awarded $4.8 million dollars from the Australian Government to establish a Collaborative Research Network (CRN)on Mental Health and Well-being in Rural and Regional Communities. The project is managed by UNE in collaboration with five partners: the Universities of Newcastle, Sydney, La Trobe and New South Wales as well the Hunter New England Local Heath Network. The CRN is supported by a large and dynamic biopsychosocial team of senior academic staff across five universities.
Informal enquiries for the Biomedical research in mental health thematic areas may be directed to: A/Professor Jim McFarlane (jmcfarla@une.edu.au) or Dr Pierre Moens (pmoens@une.edu.au) or Associate Professor Grainne Moran (g.moran@unsw.edu.au)
Applicants should hold a Bachelors degree with honours, or a Masters degree
from a recognised university in the field of biomedical sciences and demonstrate
knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies, good writing skills, and an ability to work effectively as part
of a team.
Each scholarship is AUD $28,000 pa (tax exempt) for a period of three years.
Scholarships: www.une.edu.au/research-services/pgstudy/scholarships/
Next Meeting
A meeting to discuss research streams within the centre will be held on Monday 13th February 1PM
Major Grant Success
The centre was part of the successful Collaborative Research Network grant of $4.8M.
PhD Scholarships available
