UNSW Virology Research Lab
Advancing virology research at Prince of Wales Hospital
We investigate how viruses infect, spread and cause disease
The VRL focuses on molecular virology and viral pathogenesis. Our work spans molecular to population scales, generating insights that connect fundamental virology with effective public health responses to emerging and evolving viral threats.
Together, our researchers, scientists and students study viruses such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and respiratory viruses including SARS-CoV-2, influenza and enteroviruses.
Access to cutting-edge viral surveillance technologies
Collaborative research with published international impact
State-of-the-art facilities and established networks
We advance discovery through collaboration
UNSW's VRL drives breakthroughs by bringing together curious minds. Our laboratory offers research internships, project collaborations, and PhD and postdoctoral positions for scientists, researchers and students – from UNSW and around the world.
Our laboratory is based at Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick, within NSW's South East Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD). Right next to UNSW's Kensington campus.
Our work shapes global health
Research at UNSW’s Virology Research Lab targets the novel, emerging and clinically significant viruses that impact adults and children today, whilst addressing threats that may impact world population health in the future.
Virus-specific research focus areas
Adenoviruses
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Enterovirus
Hepatitis virus (HCV)
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Influenza viruses (A, B, C, D)
Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
SARS-CoV-2
Research methodologies
- Bioinformatics
- Sero-surveillance
- Genomic sequencing
- Infectious disease surveillance
- Wastewater sequencing
Explore the lab
Our people
Meet the research scientists, clinicians and students behind our research. See how we collaborate to address today’s most critical public health problems.
Our research
Discover how our virology research drives the next generation of diagnostic applications – and keeps us ahead of emerging viral threats.
Contact us
Interested in a research project, visiting the VRL or learning more about our research? Whether you’re a student, postdoctoral fellow or established researcher, we invite you to get in touch.
Our affiliates
Our partnerships enhance research impact through collaborative grants and shared expertise. They provide students and researchers with access to networking, funding opportunities, specialised resources and meaningful pathways for career development.
