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Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment research

Driving sustainable solutions for a better world

Our research offers practical solutions for social, environmental and technological challenges to create a greener future for all.

Study a research degree with us

Our schools are at the forefront of academic excellence and innovation, from building sustainable environments, creating forward-thinking software and systems, to uncovering technological breakthroughs. Discover how Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment researchers are shaping the future through our research. Undertake a masters or PhD with one of our schools and gain access to first-class facilities, world-renowned supervisors and extensive research possibilities.

Research from our schools

Our researchers are renowned experts in their field who unlock new angles, solutions and ways of thinking. Learn more about the projects and world-class research being led by our schools.

Discover our research degrees

Discover our research degrees

Ranked among the top 1% globally, our world-class researchers drive courageous ideas that shape our shared future. Eager to join their ranks and help bring groundbreaking research ideas to life? Explore how a Deakin PhD can help get you there.

Find a research supervisor

Find a research supervisor

Discover Faculty of Health supervisors that could help you further your research career goals. Search by name, faculty, research area or keyword to find an expert in a particular field. Then click into an expert's profile to learn more about them and check if they are available for supervision.

Our research institutes, centres and groups

The Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment is home to world-class research institutes, centres and groups who unite experts across our four schools, and across the University, to drive research innovation in the fields of science, engineering or built environment.

Behaviour, Ecology, Evolution and Ecophysiology

Our research uses specialist techniques to study a wide range of organisms including birds, sea life and plants.

Behaviour, Ecology, Evolution and Ecophysiology

Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology

Our research strives to solve important health and environmental issues.

Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology

Centre for Internet of Things ECOsystems Research and Experimentation

We address IoT challenges related to a smart data-driven world, digital technologies, machine intelligence and cyber security.

Centre for Internet of Things ECOsystems Research and Experimentation

Centre for Regional and Rural Futures

Our multidisciplinary research delivers transformational outcomes for regional and rural areas.

Centre for Regional and Rural Futures

Centre for Smart Power and Energy Research

We conduct research across the future power grid, renewable energy and cyber-physical energy systems.

Centre for Smart Power and Energy Research

Centre for Software, Systems and Society

Our research focuses on human-centred software engineering, systems and blockchain technologies.

Centre for Software, Systems and Society

Centre for Supply Chain and Logistics

We lead research on freight logistics and deliver sustainable contributions to urgent supply chain issues.

Centre for Supply Chain and Logistics

Centre for Sustainable Bioproducts

We develop new approaches to convert organic waste into sustainable, high-value bioproducts.

Centre for Sustainable Bioproducts

Chemistry, Biotechnology and Forensic Sciences

We concentrate on Australian industries, including pharmaceuticals, policing and natural products.

Chemistry, Biotechnology and Forensic Sciences

Data to Intelligence Research Centre

Our research aims to build data and process-driven models and intelligent algorithms to solve real-world problems.

Data to Intelligence Research Centre

Deakin Cyber Research and Innovation Centre

We advance cyber resilience and empower people, organisations and communities to thrive in a digital society.

Deakin Cyber Research and Innovation Centre

Deakin Marine Research and Innovation Centre

We deliver research solutions for a sustainable marine environment and blue economy.

Deakin Marine Research and Innovation Centre

Engineered Timber Structures Research Group

Our researchers investigate engineered mass timber and bio-based composite materials.

Engineered Timber Structures Research Group

Environmental Chemistry and Climate Resilience Engineering Research Group

Our research focuses on the use of engineering solutions for the real-world problems that climate change can cause.

Environmental Chemistry and Climate Resilience Engineering Research Group

Environmental Management and Sustainability

We explore nature conservation, wildlife management, natural resources management and sustainability

Environmental Management and Sustainability

Flow, Aerosols and Thermal Energy Research Group

We aim to provide research, engineering and technology solutions.

Flow, Aerosols and Thermal Energy Research Group

Geotechnics and Infrastructure Research Group

Our research solves challenging geotechnical problems to improve underground infrastructure.

Geotechnics and Infrastructure Research Group

Growing Up In Cities

Our researchers explore adolescent's perceptions of urban space to understand the impact of local environments.

Growing Up In Cities

HOME

We work to solve complex problems around affordable housing, homelessness and social inclusion.

HOME

Integrative Physiology and Biochemistry

Our research examines the function of animals and plants, particularly homeostasis and adaptation to environmental change.

Integrative Physiology and Biochemistry

Marine, Freshwater and Aquaculture Sciences

Our research helps industries and communities to improve their environmental and economic sustainability.

Marine, Freshwater and Aquaculture Sciences

Palaeobiology and Global Change

We research the nature and significance of global marine fossil fauna and human impact on the biodiversity of islands.

Palaeobiology and Global Change

Safe Future Mobility Research Lab

Our researchers power the future of transport infrastructure systems of urban and rural areas.

Safe Future Mobility Research Lab

Sustainable Composite Materials and Structures Research Group

Our research focuses on various types of composite and emerging materials for construction and structures.

Sustainable Composite Materials and Structures Research Group

Water-Energy Nexus Research Group

Our research looks at how water and energy systems are designed and engineered to ensure they are sustainable.

Water-Energy Nexus Research Group

Water Resources and Asset Management Research Group

Our research focuses on how water is captured and used, as well as engineered solutions and technologies.

Water Resources and Asset Management Research Group

Wildlife and Conservation Biology

We bring together expertise from taxonomic groups to tackle challenges that prevent effective conservation.

Wildlife and Conservation Biology

Become a partner

Through our collaborations, Deakin’s Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment translates science, technology and environmental research into impactful solutions, new products and services.

Leaders in research

Deakin ranks in the world’s top 100 universities for computer science and engineering.* We're also ranked in the top 1% of universities for global research impact. Work alongside Australia's best researchers and make a valuable contribution to the fields of science, engineering or built environment.

Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities

Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities

As a Deakin researcher, student or partner, you’ll have access to world-class facilities that support every aspect of your discoveries. From our $55 million state-of-the-art engineering precinct to Victoria’s most advanced marine laboratory; we have the facilities and resources you need to make an impact.

Footnotes

*Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our list of sources.

Contact us

Get in touch with our team to find out more about our research programs, media expertise and collaboration opportunities.

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