Enabling a sustainable world
Sustainability is at the heart of our research – we’ve invested more than $30 million in sustainability-related research in 2023 alone. Our researchers are focused on innovative local and global sustainability solutions.
Infrastructure that supports your research
Our facilities are shared by researchers from across the University, giving you access to future-focused technology and new ways of thinking about your HDR or PhD project, or industry product.
Facilities for business, community and government
Utilise our facilities and research expertise if you are looking to commercialise products, develop initiatives, expand into new markets, shape policy agendas or create the jobs of the future.
Facilities for researchers
Looking for a research supervisor for your PhD, HDR research project or research group? Work with the best researchers in the world who use our unique research facilities to solve global challenges.
Discover our research community and partnerships
Use our tool to explore Deakin’s research institutes, groups and our many collaborations. See where your research project or business could benefit.
Facilities
- AquaFI Lab – sustainable fish production and novel feed and aquaculture technology development.
- Centre for Regional and Rural Futures – water management, sensing technologies and environmental engineering facilities.
- Deakin Queenscliff Marine Science Centre – seawater aquarium rooms, a large tank area and a high-performance computing lab.
- HYCEL – new hydrogen technologies for clean energy and transport innovation.
- Integrated Water Management – network of ponds, constructed wetland and irrigation systems.
- Microgrid – solar energy and battery storage capabilities.
- Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub – recycling and clean energy advanced manufacturing ecosystem.
Based on a tour of the Deakin facility and meeting the team, we were inspired to work together and saw real possibilities to develop the technology for industrial and training applications.
Mark Keen
HYDAC Managing Director (Aus/NZ)
Designing smarter technologies
We collaborate with partners and HDR researchers to develop human-centered technologies that address real-world challenges, while prioritising the wellbeing of our planet and society.
- Battery Research and Innovation Hub – advanced battery prototyping and commercialisation.
- Carbon Nexus – prototyping facility that supports design, fabrication and testing for next-generation batteries.
- Genesis Simulator – immersive simulation experience via a 360-degree, 5-metre-high screen and variable virtual worlds.
- Institute for Frontier Materials – carbon fibre and composite research facility.
- ManuFutures – advanced manufacturing innovation hub.
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Join our industry and government partnership networks
We’re committed to supporting businesses, creating jobs and driving economic and social development in regional Victoria. We strive to enable our local industries and communities to unleash their ideas and innovations for global impact.
Advancing society and culture
We take a contemporary approach to education, the arts and business to create a brighter and more inclusive future for everyone. We integrate First Nations knowledges to drive positive change in society and culture. Deakin Motion Lab uses digital and screen technologies to enhance our learning, work and entertainment experiences.
Building safe and secure communities
No matter where people reside or work in the world, every citizen deserves to feel safe. Our researchers collaborate with industry and government to take preventative approaches to global security threats.
- Applied AI Institute – modern machine learning, deep learning and software engineering.
- Deakin Cyber Research and Innovation Centre – cyber security innovation space.
- Cyclone – high-G centrifuge simulator to train astronauts and pilots.
- Robotics and Internet of Things Lab – industry-standard lab to design, build and test robots.
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Improving health and wellbeing
We're driving meaningful research to solve significant health challenges, improve healthcare systems and identify novel technological solutions.
- 3D Gait Lab – motion analysis lab that partners with the developers of 3D GAIT.
- Cognitive neuroscience facilities – brain stimulation, neurophysiological and neuroimaging technology.
- Deakin Genomics Centre – DNA sequencing facility.
- Food safety labs – industry-standard labs for sensory, safety and flavour research.
- Innovation in Technology, Science and Health Program Precinct – environmental science labs, VR infrastructure, nursing simulation centre and digital health technologies.
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Contact us
Interested in researching with Deakin and using our unique facilities? Submit a partnership enquiry or find a research supervisor for your project.