Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences
We combine research and teaching with strong theoretical foundations and a practical real-world focus to improve human health.
The Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences uses state-of-the-art technology for teaching and research on physical, mental and social health. Our expertise spans from epidemiology, applied statistics and health communication, through to the molecular and biochemical understanding of disease. The major themes cover biomedical science, clinical technologies, exercise and sports science, forensic psychology, health promotion, neuroscience, nutrition and statistical modelling.
Explore our courses
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Exercise Science
Learn the fundamentals of improving community health, human performance and nutrition. Browse undergraduate exercise science and TAFE leisure and health courses. -
Nutrition and Dietetics
Graduate job-ready as a Dietician or Nutritionist with an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Dietetics or Health Science. Practical, lab-based learning.
Our people
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Associate Professor Jason Howitt
Chair, Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences
| Name | Position | Contact |
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| Lecturer, Digital Anatomy, Neuroscience | +61 3 9214 8058 aalrubaie@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Lecturer | +61 3 9214 3703 papputhurai@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Lecturer, Exercise and Sport Science | +61 3 9214 8424 hbanyard@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Professor; Associate Dean Education - Health Sciences | +61 3 9214 4951 abenson@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Associate Professor | +61 3 9214 8367 jbhowmik@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Lecturer, Exercise and Sport Science | +61 3 9214 4652 rbreed@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Senior Lecturer Physiology | +61 3 9214 5233 dcamera@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Laura Delaney | Academic Tutor | +61 3 9214 8000 ldelaney@swinburne.edu.au |
| Irina Filonenko | Academic Tutor | +61 3 9214 8000 ifilonenko@swinburne.edu.au |
| Research Director | +61 3 9214 8645 jhowitt@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Associate Professor, Statistics | +61 3 9214 4494 fislam@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Senior Lecturer, Health Promotion | +61 3 9214 8000 ekendal@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Senior Lecturer, Health Promotion | +61 3 9214 4975 jkingsley@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Senior Lecturer; Course Director, Bachelor of Health Sciences | +61 3 9214 8000 fkwa@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Professor | +61 3 9214 4824 dmeyer@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Associate Professor, Biostatistics | +61 3 9214 8412 sjquinn@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Lecturer, Statistics | +61 3 9214 8000 lauratirlea@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Dr Oren Tirosh | Senior Lecturer, Biomechanics | +61 3 9214 4381 otirosh@swinburne.edu.au |
| Debra Voogd | Academic Tutor | +61 3 9214 8000 dvoogd@swinburne.edu.au |
| Lecturer, Nutrition and Dietetics | +61 3 9214 8348 ckwong@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Professor, Biophysics | +61 3 9214 8867 andrewwood@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Lecturer, Exercise Science | +61 3 9214 5566 sswu@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Jascha Zimmermann | Academic Tutor | +61 3 9214 8000 jzimmermann@swinburne.edu.au |
| Professor/Head of Exercise and Sport Science | +61 3 9214 4322 srbird@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Professor; Associate Dean of Research and Training | +61 3 9214 5010 jwilliams1@swinburne.edu.au |
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| Senior Lecturer Digital Anatomy | +61 3 9214 5042 jxiao@swinburne.edu.au |
Latest news
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Swinburne leads world-first medical cannabis driving trial
Swinburne researchers are spearheading a world-first trial to evaluate whether patients can drive safely while on prescribed medical cannabis
Tuesday 28 May 2024 -
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Prestigious QS ranking recognises Swinburne in 12 subject areas
QS has ranked Swinburne among the world’s best universities in areas including engineering and technology, natural sciences, and arts and humanities.Wednesday 04 March 2020 -
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Reducing depression in home-based aged care
Swinburne and leading home care provider Silverchain will co-design and pilot a digital intervention for depression for older adults living at home.
Tuesday 04 April 2023 -
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Using storytelling to reduce ageism in the community
A Swinburne-led project is using digital storytelling to prevent ageism, which can lead to elder abuse.Monday 24 February 2020 -
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Easy wheezy – a straightforward passage to asthma control
A take-home device that measures wheeze could help millions to manage their respiratory diseases.Friday 24 January 2020
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For general enquiries, please call +61 3 9214 3836 or send an email to hsadmin@swinburne.edu.au.