Vision

"Solving Challenges in Reproductive Health "

Scope

• The Centre will advance fundamental knowledge and undertake clinical and commercial translation of research outcomes in human and animal reproduction. 

• Centre research focuses on gonadal function and gametogenesis, fertilization and embryo development, implantation and placental development, pregnancy and fetal development, female and male reproductive tract biology and contraception. 

• Centre activities span the disciplines of molecular and cell biology, genetics and epigenetics, endocrinology, immunology, physiology and pathophysiology, public and population health as applied to research questions in reproductive health.

Aims

• Undertake world-class fundamental and applied research in key aspects of reproductive biology and medicine.

• Provide national and international leadership in reproductive research and innovation.

• Enhance interdisciplinary and collaborative links and engage in teaching and training to build research capacity.

• Devise research strategies to target clinical, industry and community needs.

• Ensure the Centre's future sustainability through actively sourcing research funding and recruiting first rate students and staff.

• Provide infrastructure and core facilities to optimise research outcomes.

• Facilitate commercial and clinical translation of research.

Strategic Plan 2009

The strategic plan lists specific goals and outcomes for the Centre and outlines the strategies required to achieve these and the key performance indicators.