Finding solutions to prevent, treat and cure infectious diseases and understanding the complexities of microbes and the immune system requires innovative approaches and concentrated effort. This is why The University of Melbourne – a world leader in education, teaching and research excellence – and The Royal Melbourne Hospital – an internationally renowned institution providing outstanding care, research and learning –partnered to create the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity (Doherty Institute); a centre of excellence where leading scientists and clinicians collaborate to improve human health globally.

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s Biomedical Precinct, the Doherty Institute is named in honour of Patron, Laureate Professor Peter Doherty, winner of the 1996 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discovering how the immune system recognises virus-infected cells. Under the expert guidance of Director, University of Melbourne Professor Sharon Lewin, a leader in research and clinical management of HIV and infectious diseases, the Doherty Institute has more than 700 staff who work on infection and immunity through a broad spectrum of activities. This includes discovery research; diagnosis, surveillance and investigation of infectious disease outbreaks; and the development of ways to prevent, treat and eliminate infectious diseases.

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Sharon Lewin

Patricia Campbell

Vi Nguyen

Jenny Anderson

Danielle Leblanc

Caroline Chen

Laura Cook

David Price

Rebecca Elliott

Paul Gorry

Logesh Chinsu Palani

Daniel Utzschneider

The Research Team at the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity conducts cutting-edge studies to understand the complexities of infectious diseases and the immune system. Comprising roles such as Senior Research Fellows, Medical Scientists, and specialized Researchers in areas like international antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the team focuses on discovery research, outbreak investigation, and the development of innovative treatments and preventive measures to combat global health threats.

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