QIMR Berghofer

Since 1945,  the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, now QIMR  Berghofer, has worked  to  improve  the  lives  of  people  locally,  and  across  the  globe  –  driving  better  health  outcomes through  impactful  medical  research.

Today, QIMR Berghofer is a prominent feature in the Brisbane skyline, with the Institute’s state-of-the-art facilities being housed across three buildings – The Bancroft Centre, The Clive Berghofer Cancer Research Centre and the Central Building – on Herston Road. However, the Institute had far more humble beginnings, originally operating from a decommissioned WWII US Army hut situated at Victoria Park/Barrambin.

Even in those early years, QIMR Berghofer built an international reputation for making ground-breaking and transformative discoveries. The Institute’s initial research focused heavily on the infectious diseases affecting Northern Australia at the time, including Q Fever, Scrub Typhus and Malaria. Today, QIMR Berghofer houses four vibrant research programs– Cancer, Infection & Inflammation, Brain & Mental Health, and Population Health – focusing on the health challenges.

Visitors will have a chance to:
View the special display of QIMR Berghofer's history and tropical health research.

Important Notice

Due to limited capacity for the lab tour, each individual may book only one ticket.
If you wish to register a guest or accompanying person, please ensure they book separately. Thank you for your understanding.

Education Lab

Our purpose-built Education Lab will showcase scientific equipment in action and is where attendees can get their gloves on for some hands-on experiments.

No bookings are required for general access to the Education Lab.

Enclosed shows must be worn, and persons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult guardian.