Griffith University鈥檚 flagship for biomedical research
Griffith University’s Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics is a multidisciplinary biomedical research institute for the discovery, development and commercialisation of drugs, vaccines and diagnostics to fight diseases of global impact. Our research targets the prevention and cure of infectious diseases, cancers and neurological conditions in a unique research environment.
Through world-class, innovative research; global collaboration; state-of-the-art facilities; world leading areas of expertise including glycomics and a focus on translating biomedical discoveries to the clinic, we strive to deliver real and immediate impact on human health globally and to create a brighter future for all.
Inspiring excellence
Through innovation and expertise in biomedical and glycomics research with a focus on technology development鈥攆rom discovery through to clinical trial鈥攚e are committed to delivering life-saving diagnostics, preventions and cures to those who need them the most.
Research themes
- Cancer
- Infectious diseases
- Neurological conditions
State-of-the-art facilities
Cutting-edge biomedical and glycomics research capability and centres of excellence
More than 400 Institute members
- Professional staff
- Research scientists
- Research students
- Visiting scientists plus adjunct and associate appointments
Engagement and collaboration
With industry, other premier research institutes, philanthropic organisations and governments from across the globe
Translation and commercialisation of world-leading science
Expertise and strong track record in therapeutic, vaccine and diagnostic technology development
Rich research environment
Exceptional honours, masters and PhD education programs for the nation's future scientists
Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics Doctor of Medicine Student Scholarships
We are offering three prestigious scholarships to talented Doctor of Medicine students commencing in 2024/2025 with a supervisor who is a member of IBG. You will gain hands-on research experience in cutting-edge biomedical research projects in the areas of cancer, infectious diseases, or neurological conditions. As a scholarship recipient, you will have the opportunity to work closely with renowned researchers and contribute to ground-breaking advancements in these crucial fields.
Check the Scholarship Scheme guidelines, to ensure that you are eligible. Prospective students are requested to contact potential Institute supervisors to discuss suitable research projects, prior to submitting an application. IBG Research Leaders and their available projects can be found here.
Applications for the 2025 IBG Doctor of Medicine Student Scholarships can be submitted via the link below by 5pm Monday 14 April 2025.
Positioned for impact
The Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics houses facilities on Griffith University’s Gold Coast and Brisbane South (Nathan) campuses. We are positioned within South-East Queensland’s network of health and knowledge precincts, allowing for optimal connectivity with a booming biomedical industry, state-of-the-art hospitals and healthcare centres and other premier research institutes and universities.
Our Gold Coast location is based in the heart of the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge precinct—a global business destination recognised for transforming lives through healthcare innovation, new knowledge and next-generation technologies.
Our history
The Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics was formally established on 1 July 2024. Griffith University augmented its formidable strengths in biomedical research by bringing together the outstanding discovery and translational research, infrastructure, and training expertise of the former Institute for Glycomics, Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery (GRIDD) and biomedical teams from within the Menzies Health Institute Queensland (MHIQ).
Institute for Glycomics
Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery
The former Menzies Health Institute Queensland
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Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics
Griffith University
1 Parklands Dr
Southport QLD 4215
170 Kessels Rd
Nathan QLD 4111