School of Agriculture, Biomedicine and Environment
Cultivating healthy food, healthy people and healthy ecosystems through excellence in education and research.
Our goal is to advance knowledge and develop solutions to food security, the rise of chronic and infectious diseases, and the impacts of environmental change.
We achieve this through teaching and research in the biological, biomedical, environmental, molecular and chemical sciences disciplines.
We work hard to achieve the right balance of theoretical and practice-based teaching that leads to strong graduate outcomes.
A leader in the biological, biomedical, environmental, molecular and chemical sciences
Leaders in scientific research
Our research is rated 'well above world standard' in 15 scientific fields.
Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018
State-of-the-art infrastructure investment
We've invested more than $500 million in advanced on-campus science learning and research facilities.
Learn more about our infrastructure projects.
Promote agricultural sustainability
Our researchers provide solutions to ensure that sustainable agricultural practices enhance environmental resilience for improved health and wellbeing.
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Our research focuses on some of today’s biggest challenges in health, disease and the environment. We are making new discoveries in cardiometabolic disease, developmental biology, host-pathogen interactions, microbial ecology, musculoskeletal function, neurodegenerative diseases and pain management.
OUR COURSES CREATE PROFESSIONALS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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News
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Transforming hydrocarbons
La Trobe researchers have discovered a new type of chemical that could change how we transform fossil fuels into useful products.
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‘Broken’ genes key factor in marsupial fur colour
‘Broken’ genes a common factor in marsupial fur colour
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La Trobe academics secure $7m in ARC funding
Twelve La Trobe researchers have secured ARC Discovery Project grants.
Indigenous Acknowledgement
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