Research transforms lives

We are a collaboration of like-minded researchers, clinicians and people with a lived experience working together to change the way eating disorders research is conducted in Australia

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Signature Studies

The Signature Studies are a collection of 3 studies addressing three priority areas in eating disorders:

  • Risk and Protective Factors
  • Very Early Intervention
  • Individualised Medicine

These studies will help build a clearer understanding of individual experiences of eating disorders.

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The Research Hub

  • Connect with peers and experts, leading to collaborative projects and knowledge sharing.
  • Access to co-design strategies and research tools helps enhance the quality and impact of their studies.
  • Clear pathways for professional growth and easy access to the latest research findings in the field are available.
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Latest News & Events

AEDRTC Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Researcher Self Check Tool

26 November 2025Recording of First Nations Eating Disorders Research Launch Now Available

Watch the recording of the launch of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Researcher Self Check Tool and the announcement of a $2.8 million national First Nations-led research initiative.

AEDRTC First Nations Researcher Self Check Tool

09 October 2025Historic Investment and New Research Tool Launched to Strengthen First Nations Mental Health Research

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders, researchers, clinicians, and community members gathered on Gadigal Country last week to celebrate the launch of the AEDRTC Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Researcher Self Check Tool and a $2.8 million investment from the Australian Government to support the first national research into eating disorders in First Nations communities.

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03 June 2025Uncle Boe Rambaldini Reflects on National Reconciliation Week

We had the honour of hearing Bundjalung Elder, Associate Professor Uncle Boe Rambaldini reflect on this year’s theme National Reconciliation theme – Bridging Now to Next - at the recent AEDRTC Think Tank in Sydney.

AEDRTC Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Researcher Self Check Tool

26 November 2025Recording of First Nations Eating Disorders Research Launch Now Available

Watch the recording of the launch of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Researcher Self Check Tool and the announcement of a $2.8 million national First Nations-led research initiative.

AEDRTC First Nations Researcher Self Check Tool

09 October 2025Historic Investment and New Research Tool Launched to Strengthen First Nations Mental Health Research

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders, researchers, clinicians, and community members gathered on Gadigal Country last week to celebrate the launch of the AEDRTC Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Researcher Self Check Tool and a $2.8 million investment from the Australian Government to support the first national research into eating disorders in First Nations communities.

Reducing the burden on Australians living with an eating disorder and their loved ones

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It’s time we do things differently, together.

At the Australian Eating Disorder Research and Translation Centre we:

Ask big questions

(even if they’re scary)

Explore ideas collaboratively

(with lived experience, researchers and clinicians across all industries)

Generate ground-breaking research

(and go the extra mile to embed this into practice)

By bringing the brightest minds together we’re unlocking innovation, advancing eating disorders research and translating this into real world settings – with the shared goal to save lives.

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Acknowledging Country

We would like to acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands,whose culture is the oldest living culture in human history. We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples continuing connection to, and their care of the lands, water, sea, and sky since time immemorial, and pay our respect to Elders past, present, and future leaders.


We acknowledge that Sovereignty was never ceded.

This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.

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Recognising Lived Experience

We recognise the individual and collective experience of those with lived and/or living experiences of eating disorders, mental ill-health and recovery, including their families, supporters and carers.


We acknowledge their courageous contribution by sharing their unique and diverse expertise in the hope of improving better outcomes for all.


We value and are committed to their partnership, placing lived experience expertise at the heart of research as we develop and shape our work.

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Research can transform people's lives.

The Australian Eating Disorders Research and Translation Centre is supported by funding from the Australian Government under the National Leadership in Mental Health program.

Lead Agency, InsideOut Institute for Eating Disorders, is a joint venture between the Sydney Local Health District and the University of Sydney

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