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As Victoria's #2 university for research quality, Deakin is where research journeys begin, partnerships thrive and bold ideas become practical, lasting change. Engage a network of more than 2,000 experts driving breakthroughs across diverse fields.

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Got a spark to start a PhD? Connect with a supervisor who shares your passion and sees your potential. Use the expert directory to find a supervisor by area, name or faculty and filter by availability to see who’s ready to support you.

Industry collaboration

From transforming low-grade wool with Country Road to personalising student mental health therapies with the Black Dog Institute, Deakin research institutes partner with industry and community to build progress and practical innovation.

Media commentary

Our academics are regularly called on to offer expert insights on issues shaping our world, from climate to health, policy to tech. Find the right voice to bring clarity and context to your story.

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Search by name, research area or keyword to start new collaborations, deepen your research or connect with academic insight.

Find your expert

At the core of research lies engagement and connection – whether it's between graduate researchers and their supervisors, or between academics and industry partners. Without these relationships, translational research simply can't happen.

Deakin Distinguished Professor Douglas Creighton

Director, Deakin Institute for Intelligent Systems

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Discover the latest research breakthroughs, news and stories advancing knowledge and innovation at Deakin.

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