Adrian Miller

Professor Adrian Miller is Deputy Vice-President Indigenous Engagement and BHP Chair in Indigenous Engagement at Central Queensland University (CQUniversity), directing the Centre for Indigenous Health Equity Research (CIHER). He holds adjunct roles at Griffith University and Charles Darwin University. With degrees in BA, MPH, and PhD, his career includes leadership at multiple universities and over $26M in grant funding. His research focuses on Indigenous health equity, environmental health, infectious diseases, and immunology, influencing national pandemic policies through Nature journal contributions. Key achievements include launching Australia’s first First Nations Research Higher Degree Academy (2020) and pioneering culturally responsive health interventions. Awards include 2008/2010 Australian College of Educators Teaching Awards. He has published widely on Indigenous health disparities, vaccine development, and community-driven health solutions.

Educational background includes studies at James Cook University and professional roles spanning 25+ years in academic program development, teaching, and leadership. His work emphasizes applied research and community partnerships. Professional experience includes roles with the National Health and Medical Research Council, Australian Research Council, and peer review for prominent journals. Current supervision focuses on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies, health, and education disciplines.

Grants & Awards: $26M career grants, NHMRC & ARC peer review roles, Teaching Awards. Publications span 20+ years, with recent emphasis on pandemic preparedness, vaccine efficacy, and environmental health impacts. Collaborations include Jawun Research Centre and First Nations Academy initiatives.