Researchers from the Institute undertake a wide variety of research projects across a number of disciplines that include ecology, economics, social research, education, heritage and biodiversity in collaboration with colleagues from across the University, other universities, Government departments, research agencies and industry partners.
In 2006 the Institute's research income was $2,263,314, a further increase from its 2005 income of $2,230,500 and a huge increase from its 2004 income of $1,197,147.
The Institute has set itself the challenge of continuing to lift its research income and increase the breadth and scope of its research projects.