Designing smarter technologies
Human-centred solutions for a changing world
Designing technology that empowers people, from assistive robotics to AI-based diagnostics.
How do we use smarter technologies to improve lives?
At Deakin, we are developing human-centred technologies that address real-world challenges while prioritising the wellbeing of our planet and society.
Find out about our research and discover how we're building a future where technology works for people.
Revolutionising dementia care
Researchers within the Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative have developed an app that uses evidence-based games to track the user’s cognitive performance, assisting with early diagnosis of dementia.
Sweat-powered tech
What if your daily workout could power your smartwatch? A team at the Deakin Institute for Frontier Materials is working on developing wearable devices that harness human sweat and motion as energy sources.
AI and mental health
Deakin researchers are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to create real-time mental health treatments that offer faster, more personalised care.
Imagine if you could eliminate the bulky power source on a spacesuit, and instead utilise the sweat from an astronaut’s body to power their suit. There’s still a long way to go – but we’re dreaming big.
Associate research fellow, Deakin Institute for Frontier Materials
Work with world-leading experts
Our world-class smarter technologies research is led by true innovators in their fields. Use our 'Find an Expert' tool to get to know some of our experts and what they hope to accomplish going forward.
See how we are designing smarter technologies
At Deakin, we’re creating human-centred technologies that improve people’s lives, while playing a key role in Australia’s economic future.
Experimenting with robotics
Deakin’s Robotics and Internet of Things (RIoT) Lab is a cutting-edge and purpose-built studio environment that houses the latest in robotic technology, including an array of educational and research robots.
Designing greener batteries
Our researchers, in collaboration with technology partner Calix, are powering towards producing cheaper and greener batteries here in Australia to advance the transition to renewable energy.
Hyper-realistic motion simulation
Deakin Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation is home to the Genesis Simulator, an immersive simulation experience that can be used for groundbreaking research across the automotive sector, health bodies and more.
Smarter technology at our institutes and centres
Explore all of Deakin’s groundbreaking research to develop human-centred technology across our institutes, centres, groups, collaborations and partnerships by visiting our community tool and filtering by ‘designing smarter technologies’.
Explore our faculties and schools
Our researchers are working together to foster a collaborative research approach that unlocks new angles, solutions and ways of thinking. Learn more about the projects and world-class research being led by our faculties.
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