Meg Murray

Meg Murray is an Associate Research Fellow at Deakin University's Faculty of Health, School of Medicine, with expertise in rural health research, particularly focusing on the psychological impacts of farm injuries and mental health in agricultural communities. Her work bridges clinical practice and community health systems to address critical challenges in rural healthcare delivery.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Psychophysiology) Honours Degree, Swinburne University of Technology

Meg's research portfolio spans Mental Health, Cognitive Impairment, Rural Health, Farm Safety, and Suicide Prevention, with methodological expertise in both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to improving healthcare outcomes for vulnerable rural populations through evidence-based interventions and policy-relevant research.

Her publication record reveals a clear trajectory of research focused on rural health systems, with particular emphasis on farm injury recovery, dementia care in hospitals, and emergency department utilization patterns. Murray's work consistently addresses system-level challenges in rural healthcare through mixed-methods approaches that combine qualitative insights with quantitative analysis.

Murray has secured competitive research funding, including a $40,000 grant for investigating farm-related major trauma in Victoria. Her collaborative approach is evident through partnerships with multiple institutions including Western Alliance and Murdoch Children's Research Institute, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary research that addresses complex rural health challenges.