The UNSW Health Translation Hub will transform patient care, embed researchers into hospitals and enhance learning for the next generation of health workers.
Construction is complete on one of the largest life sciences developments in Australia, the $600 million UNSW Health Translation Hub (HTH), ahead of operations starting in November.
The 35,000 square metre facility in the heart of the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct has been developed in partnership by UNSW Sydney and leading infrastructure developer Plenary.
When fully operational in the coming months, HTH will bring together researchers, clinicians, educators, private industry and public health officials, leading to innovative research outcomes, enhanced education opportunities, improved patient care and better community health outcomes.
UNSW will occupy two-thirds of the space under an initial 20-year agreement. Plenary is funding, developing and operating the facility. The remaining spaces will house industry groups, allied health and an investment-led accelerator space. Confirmed subtenants include Minderoo Children's Comprehensive Cancer Centre (MCCCC) and The George Institute for Global Health.
Professor Attila Brungs, UNSW Vice-Chancellor and President, said the completion of the UNSW Health Translation Hub marked a major milestone in UNSW's commitment to transforming health outcomes for patients and fostering the next generation of health workers.
"This world-class facility will enable our students to learn side-by-side with some of Australia's brightest researchers, clinicians and health innovators, giving them unrivalled opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary education that has real-world impact," Prof Brungs said.
"The Hub, physically situated in Randwick, will enable and drive improved health outcomes for people across Australia. This facility is a shining example of UNSW's Strategy in action - partnering with industry and government to deliver research and education that enables healthier lives, now and into the future."
Research at the HTH will focus on precision and personalised medicine, advanced therapeutics, health systems and equity, new models of care, ageing well, mental health and cancer. The collaborative spaces within HTH will enable a unique interdisciplinary student experience and direct collaboration with industry, clinical communities and the public.
Professor Zoe Terpening, UNSW Pro Vice-Chancellor, Precincts, said the UNSW Health Translation Hub was a powerful example of what could be achieved through genuine collaboration.
"This partnership between UNSW, health providers, industry and government brings world-class research, education and clinical care together in one place, accelerating better health outcomes for our communities. The Hub has been purposefully designed to foster innovation and interaction - from students learning alongside clinicians, to researchers working in step with industry," Prof. Terpening said.
Plenary Group Head of Development Sergio Calcarao said the UNSW Health Translation Hub created a space to bring together research, learning, innovation and community impact.
"I'm proud of the role Plenary has played in bringing this project to fruition, capitalising on our experiences in life sciences projects and precinct development to help UNSW deliver on its vision to change the future of health," Mr Calcarao said.
HTH is adjacent to the new Prince of Wales Hospital Acute Services Building and includes direct connections to UNSW's Kensington campus, the future Sydney Children's Hospital and MCCCC (opening late-2025).
