Professor Lyn Griffiths is the Executive Director of the Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation (IHBI), the largest inter-disciplinary research institute at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). IHBI is a multidisciplinary health and biomedical research institute devoted to improving the health of individuals and communities through research innovation.IHBI researchers use the latest technology, our broad-ranging expertise and innovative thinking to bridge the gap… Show more Professor Lyn Griffiths is the Executive Director of the Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation (IHBI), the largest inter-disciplinary research institute at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). IHBI is a multidisciplinary health and biomedical research institute devoted to improving the health of individuals and communities through research innovation.IHBI researchers use the latest technology, our broad-ranging expertise and innovative thinking to bridge the gap between health priorities and research advances with a focus on prevention, intervention and translation.PreventionWe conduct research in disease susceptibility to identify environmental, genetic and/or behavioural factors involved in risk of disease or injury, in order to develop prevention strategies.InterventionWe aim to develop early intervention strategies and technologies to prevent disease progression, complications, onset of ageing, injuries, and incorrect healing.TranslationWe ensure knowledge and technology stemming from research make a difference to people with diseases, injuries and issues related to ageing by translating them into: Show less

QIH has the vision to maximise biomedical, clinical and public health research outcomes and leverage current investment in research in Queensland.The primary purpose of QIH is to raise Queensland’s health research profile nationally and internationally. Identifying areas of common need and improving collaboration between research centres is a key priority. The QIH also plans to represent the needs of the health research community to State Government. In turn, the QIH will be a… Show more QIH has the vision to maximise biomedical, clinical and public health research outcomes and leverage current investment in research in Queensland.The primary purpose of QIH is to raise Queensland’s health research profile nationally and internationally. Identifying areas of common need and improving collaboration between research centres is a key priority. The QIH also plans to represent the needs of the health research community to State Government. In turn, the QIH will be a vehicle to attract additional funding and build capacity in biomedical, clinical and public health research. QIH aims to:• Identify strategic research issues and associated future infrastructure planning.• Enhance research activities and outputs through networking, collaboration, sharing infrastructure and expertise.• Attract additional external funding and build capacity in biomedical, clinical research and public health research and development.• Provide advice to the Queensland Government on health research in the Smart State to inform strategy and policy.• Promote the activities of members and advance Queensland’s biomedical, clinical and public health research nationally and internationally.• Provide advice on the process of assessment for Queensland State Clinical and Health Research Fellowship applications. QIH will not be involved in the assessment of Fellowship applications themselves. Show less

Griffith University is nationally-competitive in a number of the key areas of health and medical research and in recognition of this and other areas of research excellence the University has increased resources into research areas where it can build expertise and promote research growth. One of these strategic areas of focus is chronic disease prevention which is led through the GHI, which was established in 2007 to develop, co-ordinate and enhance Griffith Health’s research endeavours.… Show more Griffith University is nationally-competitive in a number of the key areas of health and medical research and in recognition of this and other areas of research excellence the University has increased resources into research areas where it can build expertise and promote research growth. One of these strategic areas of focus is chronic disease prevention which is led through the GHI, which was established in 2007 to develop, co-ordinate and enhance Griffith Health’s research endeavours. Since its inception the Group has achieved considerable success in expanding its research activity The Institute’s chronic disease research agenda promotes the generation of inter-disciplinary knowledge and innovation to address chronic health concerns of significance – such as cancer; metabolic syndrome; and mental health. As a whole, our research agenda focuses on innovative health services and early, proactive preventative health (that takes into account the spectrum of genetic, psychosocial and environmental factors and interventions at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels) within diverse populations. Show less

The Genomics Research Centre investigates the genetic basis of disease, with research focused on common chronic human disorders that have a significant genetic component. - for example migraine, high blood pressure and various types of cancer.The identification of genes involved in these disorders is being pursued to lead to better forms of diagnosis and more appropriate treatments. Hence studies from genes to therapies is being undertaken within the Genomics Research… Show more The Genomics Research Centre investigates the genetic basis of disease, with research focused on common chronic human disorders that have a significant genetic component. - for example migraine, high blood pressure and various types of cancer.The identification of genes involved in these disorders is being pursued to lead to better forms of diagnosis and more appropriate treatments. Hence studies from genes to therapies is being undertaken within the Genomics Research Centre.Scientists within the Genomics Research Centre have expertise in gene mapping and the characterisation of gene dysfunction. They also have the ability to translate this information to both diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes, through, for example, DNA mutation testing and vaccine development.The Centre has strong and developing research linkages with practising clinicians in various medical fields, as genes are now known to play a significant role in many disease states. Our aim is to identify genes involved in disease susceptibility and development, so that better forms of counselling, diagnosis and treatment may be used to prevent or cure common genetic disorders. Show less