Impact

RMIT is all about impact. Our researchers apply their knowledge and innovation to solve problems to benefit industry partners, government and the community, making a difference locally and globally.

Impact

RMIT is all about impact. Our researchers apply their knowledge and innovation to solve problems to benefit industry partners, government and the community, making a difference locally and globally.

RMIT is all about impact

Our researchers are focused on applying new knowledge and innovation to solve problems for the benefit of our partners in industry, government and the community – making a difference locally, nationally and globally.

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Research tackles image-based abuse and instigates legislative reform

The alarming prevalence and harmful effects of image-based sexual abuse is a strong focus of RMIT researcher Professor Nicola Henry. Her work has increased understanding of the issue and led to significant legislative reform in Australia and internationally.

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Interactive digital art aids acquired brain injury recovery

Associate Professor Jonathan Duckworth designed an interactive arts-based tool to aid the rehabilitation of people affected by stroke or head injury.

Car interior with side airbag seat covers fitted.

Safer Car Seat Covers

Professor Rajiv Padhye and his team developed a new method for manufacturing car seat covers that ensures deployment of side airbags, reducing risk of fatality or injury in side-impact collisions.

Changing the way the justice system views perpetrators of family violence

Elena Campbell and RMIT’s Centre for Innovative Justice worked closely with government and the community sector to change the way the justice system manages perpetrators.

Working with the Water Industry to Recycle Biosolids

Distinguished Professor Andy Ball’s research into pathogen survival and treatment has contributed to savings in the water industry and a change in regulation.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Luwaytini' by Mark Cleaver, Palawa.

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