Research at Western Sydney

Western Sydney University is a research institution driven by IMPACT.

We believe excellent research and practical outcomes are essential parts of our overarching research mission. Our research has real impact upon the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of our regional, national and international communities.

The University invites outstanding graduate researchers, innovative new generation researchers and established researchers to consider joining or collaborating with us.

Professor Deborah Sweeney
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation)

Research Engagement, Development and Innovation (REDI)

REDI provides an integrated suite of services supporting the University's research effort through the development of contracts and agreements, and the provision of application advice and grant writing support to researchers; research policy implementation and development; maintenance and provision of research data; and the monitoring and promotion of ethical research practice.

Contact:

• REDI Research
• Grants and Contracts
• Research Ethics and Integrity

REDI Business

The REDI Business team connects business, government and the community with Western Sydney University by establishing external linkages and identifying partnership opportunities for commercial research, professional consultancy, commercialisation opportunities, access to intellectual property and expertise, and to the University's cutting-edge research facilities. Our team of dedicated business support professionals is available to discuss your specific needs and interests.

Contact:

• REDI Business
• Centralised Research Facilities

Our Stories

Agri-tech and Cropping Labor makes $20 million commitment to grow Western Sydney University's agtech expertise	Plant Respiration Plants release more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere through respiration than expected
Australian Grasses Looking beyond climate change scourge and toward greener pastures	Heat Stress Summer heat waves impede animal reproduction