Translating bio innovation research into real impact
Home to mRNA manufacturing and innovations in cancer detection and treatment, La Trobe is giving research discoveries real-world purpose.
Biontech strengthens mRNA innovation at La Trobe
Global biotech leader BioNTech, in partnership with the Victorian Government, is building an R&D and clinical-grade mRNA manufacturing facility at La Trobe - helping to translate research into medical breakthroughs.
Exploring why gravity is important for our health
We're finding out how the absence of gravity affects the human gut. How? By sending two 10-centimetre-high 'cell hotels' on an international space mission.
By choosing La Trobe your impact is real
#2 for employer satisfaction
We're ranked second in Victoria for overall employer satisfaction, with a rating of 88.2%.
Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), 2025, 2024 Employer Satisfaction Survey [PDF, 7.7MB]
World standard
We’re rated at, above or well above world standard in all our broad research areas
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What's on at La Trobe
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Online Digital Health Courses Webinar
Tuesday 10 March 12:00pm
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Online Data Science Courses Webinar
Tuesday 10 March 05:45pm
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Online Mental Health for Education Information Session
Thursday 12 March 12:15pm
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Online Mental Health Nursing Courses Webinar
Monday 16 March 12:15pm
Breaking news
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New toolkit helps women report abuse in sport
Australian women face high risks reporting gender violence in sport.
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Toolkit puts Autistic lens on suicide prevention
Launch of the Suicide Prevention for Autism Neuro-affirming Toolkit.
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$1m investment empowers La Trobe's regional youth
La Trobe's successful Regional Pathways Program gets major boost.
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La Trobe appoints new Business School Dean
Professor Colin Higgins appointed Dean of La Trobe Business School.
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La Trobe University proudly acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where its campuses are located in Victoria. We recognise that Indigenous Australians have an ongoing connection to the land and the University values their unique contribution to both the University and the wider Australian society. Find out more