The John Curtin School of Medical Research
The John Curtin School of Medical Research was established in 1948 as a founding school of the Australian National University. We are renowned for pioneering medical breakthroughs. With a legacy of three Nobel Laureates and a league of exceptional researchers, our focus is collaborative, innovative research tackling diseases that encompass cancer, infectious diseases and neurological conditions using our expertise in immunology, cancer, genomics, neuroscience, infectious diseases, and blood disorders.
We are dedicated to cross-disciplinary research that spearheads innovative solutions to address major Australian and global health issues. And with a legacy steeped in excellence, we relentlessly explore and decipher molecular processes underpinning cancer, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders. Our discoveries uncover new molecular insights and treatments. Beyond our research, we are committed to supporting and guiding the next wave of researchers, ensuring the continuity of groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in medical science for Australia and the world.
Field sites & facilities
Explore some of the numerous of research sites and facilities established by our research schools in Australia and across the world. Researchers and students at ANU enjoy access to state-of-the-art equipment to help facilitate ground-breaking research.
Research projects
Browse research topics of the College of Science and the College of Health & Medicine with links to relevant researchers.
See our list of potential student projects to apply for PhB, Honours, PhD and other graduate degrees.
Stories
News, Student profile
Rising Star: Lam wins 2024 University Medal
Jin Si Lam focused on the mechanisms of thrombosis and cancer.
Research story, Student profile
Tatts all, folks: Graduate leaves ANU with more than just a PhD
Tim McInerney always knew he'd get a PhD. He hadn't planned on also getting a tattoo.
Research story
Researchers honoured with rising star awards
Two researchers from the John Curtin School of Medical Research have been honoured at the inaugural CHARM awards.
Media release
ANU community honoured in King’s Birthday honours list
A public health expert and former School of Medicine lecturer were named in this year's King's Birthday honours list.
Research story
Study shows link between PTSD and autism
People on the autism spectrum are predisposed to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a new study has shown.
Research story
Gene discovery offers new hope for Aussies living with chronic skin disease
Scientists from The Australian National University have discovered a gene mutation is responsible for causing psoriasis.
News, Research story
Scientists show the importance of “putting the brakes on” cytokines to prevent autoantibodies and lupus
A new study has found that rare coding variants in a lupus risk gene could help understand how the immune system mistakenly targets the body's own tissues.
Academic profile
Ready for the challenge: New Director's ambition still burns
“Researchers are great people, but they live and survive in a tough environment," Professor Gardiner said.
News, Research story
Sliding doors moment leads to PhD aimed at improving the lives of patients battling rare diseases
Yanran Fan always thought she’d become a lawyer. Instead, she's pursuing a PhD.
News, Research story
Scientists discover new function of platelets that remove old red blood cells
Researchers at the John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR) have found a new function of platelets apart from their known role in preventing bleeding and helping us fight off infections.