About VBIC
The Victorian Biomedical Imaging Capability (VBIC) provides a coordinated network of capabilities and research capacity in biomedical imaging to support universities and medical research institutes. The $25M investment by the Victorian State Government and the grant recipients, will provide the Victorian biomedical imaging research community with access to cutting-edge imaging equipment.
Imaging methods such as Computed Tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), positron emission tomography (PET), magneto-encephalography (MEG) and others, are key tools for basic research in neurosciences, cancer and other diseases and for development of new medical treatments and diagnostics. Without this infrastructure our universities and clinical researchers would be unable to pursue research and development facilities that are available in other leading biomedical disciplines.
VBIC includes the acquisition of seven new instruments, recruitment of expert personnel, and new post-graduate training courses in biomedical imaging. By enhancing our ability to conduct the highest quality of biomedical research, increasing skilled jobs in Victoria and linking these imaging resources across our research institutions, this project promotes Victoria as one of the world's elite medical research locations and facilitates collaboration with national and international partners.