Our state-of-the-art labs at Deakin’s Burwood and Geelong campuses are equipped with some of Australia’s most advanced facilities in sport, health and nutrition science. These facilities are designed to support world-class research and industry collaboration.
Laboratory capabilities
Specialist laboratories support the collection and analysis of biological samples, including blood, urine and tissue. Researchers can measure a wide range of biomarkers and conduct detailed nutritional analysis.
Exercise testing environments
A purpose-built research gymnasium provides space for resistance training, aerobic exercise and high-intensity functional testing. Biomechanics laboratories are equipped with Vicom Motion Capture systems, Force Platforms, Electromyography (EMG), Dual-belt Instrumented Treadmills, Inertial Measurement Units and Isokinetic Dynamometers. The facility supports applied research across all fitness levels. Researchers also have access to commercial-grade gym equipment and testing platforms to measure speed, strength and power.
Imaging technologies
Advanced imaging equipment includes Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA), Quantitative Computed Tomography (QCT) and Ultrasound. These tools are used to measure bone mineral density (BMD), bone structure and strength, muscle, fat and total body composition and cardiovascular function (heart and blood vessel structure and function).
Resting metabolism and cardiorespiratory fitness
Facilities include metabolic carts to assess resting and peak exercise oxygen use, dioxide production, calorie expenditure and fuel preference (fat or carbohydrate).
Climate chambers
Our climate chambers are capable of altering atmospheric conditions between -10°C to 50°C, 5% to 100% humidity and an ambient oxygen saturation of the equivalent to 5000m altitude (down to 10.5% oxygen), allowing for experiments in a variety of conditions.
“The facilities at Deakin have been amazing. I’ve had really great tech support with everything I’ve needed to do down in the lab.”
Collaborate with our researchers
Tap into the expertise of industry-leading researchers in sport, health and nutrition. From lab to real-world application, our facilities and expertise help turn your ideas into reality.