About us

World-leading expertise—investigators, problem-solvers, innovators

Our Institute comprises more than 400 researchers and professional staff who are dedicated to finding novel solutions to complex health challenges, to delivering real and immediate impacts locally and globally, transforming the lives of people around the world, including a focus on those in disadvantaged communities.

Message from our Executive Director

As Director of the Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics, I am proud to lead a driven community of exceptional scientists, clinicians and professionals who are united by a single purpose: to improve human health through translational research. Our Institute brings together world-leading capabilities in glycoscience, cancer biology, infectious diseases, and diagnostics to deliver outcomes that matter—from bench to bedside. Located in the heart of the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct, we are uniquely positioned to drive innovation through collaboration and impact, with a translational focus at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to building on our strong foundations, nurturing future scientific leaders, and accelerating discoveries that change lives—whether it’s a diagnostic tool, a new therapeutic strategy, or a novel vaccine. Together, we are advancing discoveries with purpose and delivering solutions with impact.

Executive Group

Executive Director:
Deputy Director:
General Manager:
Associate Director Research:
Associate Director Engagement:
Associate Director Education and Research Training:
Associate Director People and Culture:
Head of Facilities and Lab Operations: Dr Michael Batzloff
Senior Executive Officer: Nina Kristensen

Our experts

Dive deeper into our multidisciplinary team of world-class researchers and explore their expertise, insights and ground-breaking work that’s shaping the future of global health.