See-through centre puts knowledge on show

Swinburne’s new centre houses $40 million worth of advanced research equipment in a building designed to excite a sense of wonder in 21st century technology. 

Our futures bound by knowledge shared

Acting Vice Chancellor Professor Andrew Flitman invites industry to work with Swinburne to tackle the things that matter: advancing our standards of living, our health and our ability to live together.

The challenge to plug the human leak

New Swinburne research is focusing on people's behaviour to strengthen information security within government organisations.

Monstrous idea spawns industry giant

The Swinburne graduate who brought dinosaurs back to life regards himself as more pragmatist than artist. And the commercial results are dazzling .

Brain monitor puts patients at ease

Awakening during surgery is a nightmare that haunts patients and doctors alike, but Swinburne scientists have found a way to allow both patients and doctors to rest easy. 

Fellowship recognises optical leadership

Professor Min Gu's world leading research is recognised with the awarding of an Australian Laureate Fellowship.

Light harvesting offers new vision

Professor Saulius Juodkazis joined Swinburne in 2010 to develop the university’s expertise in plasmonics and continue his research seeking to develop the next generation of sensors using state-of-the-art technology.

Greener by numbers

Healthy living switch a tough solo task

Community support groups promoting healthier lifestyles may be the key to helping thousands of ageing Australians delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Accelerating the digital researcher on the information super highway

Preparation is underway for Swinburne to share data generated from our research across the world.  

Social media’s workplace evolution

Swinburne research into social media usage in the workplace may lead to self-monitoring tools for employees.

Democracy’s watchdog not alarmed but still alert

The head of an influential group that keeps an eye on Australia’s democratic health says our strong scorecard leaves room for improvement

Big Bang survivors send astronomy back to the drawing board

The discovery of a unique set of new galaxies has the world’s astronomers rethinking cosmic evolution.  

A bestiary of galaxies

Swinburne astronomer Dr Glen Mackie has produced a visual atlas of galaxies to delight both aspiring scientists and lay readers.

Upturn in Swinburne’s fortune

Something remarkable has happened to Swinburne’s research in the last decade, says Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Andrew Flitman.

Industry meets academia through engaged learning

Recognising the importance of job-ready graduates, Swinburne is embedding industry engaged learning (IEL) into every undergraduate degree.

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