Research
Discover more about our dedication to producing internationally recognised research with a focus on transforming industries, shaping lives and creating positive change.
With outstanding researchers and facilities, specialist institutes and centres, strategic platforms and initiatives, and a focus on high-quality and ethically sound research, Swinburne is ranked among the top 300 research-intensive universities in the world. We’re focused on delivering research that creates economic and social impact, and our researchers are producing innovative solutions to real-world problems across a range of disciplines and sectors. Our research degrees give students access to world-class researchers, first-rate facilities, training and support.
Learn more about Swinburne Horizon 2025 and our vision to bring people and technology together to build a better world. We are building Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – on that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship, and proud of it.
Our research achievements and rankings
$57.1m external research income1
196 research degree completions2
2,200 indexed publications in 20213
16 five-star discipline areas4
Search for a researcher
Whether you’re looking for a potential collaborator, PhD supervisor or expert to provide a media comment, our database will help you find who you need.
Research institutes
Our six research institutes drive multidisciplinary collaborations with industry, business and community to maximise research impact. They tackle big challenges across the fields of health, data science, social innovation, smart cities, space technology and the future of manufacturing to produce innovative solutions to real-world problems. Building on the depth and excellence of our discipline-specific research activity, our research institutes are agile and aligned with state, national and global priorities for growth and development.
Using visual equipment to reach out to touch an object in augmented reality at the Factory of the Future.
Platforms and initiatives
Our research platforms and initiatives include flagship entities such as the Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2), MedTechVic and Aerostructures Innovation Research (AIR) Hub, as well as established parts of our ecosystem including the Innovation Precinct, Design Factory Melbourne and Factory of the Future.
These support and enable innovative, cutting-edge research. They are driven by our academics and in partnership with industry, government and other research organisations and universities directly benefit the local and global community.
Research centres and groups
Our faculty-based research centres drive deep, discipline-based research. They are the engine room of our research performance but are also collaborative environments that support and develop our research talent, from early career researchers through to senior professors and research leaders. They are integral in enabling Swinburne to achieve research excellence and international reputation.
Our research groups are the foundation level of our research ecosystem. They are established when the quality, scale and impact of research grows beyond the capacity of an individual researcher. Ongoing development and peer support is of paramount importance with our research groups.
Facilities and equipment
We have a range of state-of-the-art, specialist facilities and equipment that make discovery and impact possible. Some of our iconic labs include the Nanofabrication Laboratory, Neuroimaging facility and our Supercomputing OzSTAR Facility. Our researchers and students have the opportunity to work with these to find solutions to some of today's most pertinent questions, they are also available to partners to benefit their community, organisation or business.
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Indigenous research
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Ethics and integrity
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Research publications
Join our research community
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Entry into Research Degrees
Our research degrees give you access to specialist facilities, world-class researchers, training and support. Learn more about what we offer and how to apply.
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Partnership opportunities
Partner with Swinburne and access a range of services designed to help your business or organisation.
Download your copy of the Research Impact magazine
Discover stories from a wide range of disciplines, including digital health, chemistry, artificial intelligence, materials science, urban sustainability and public policy.
Subscribe to Swinburne Research Quarterly
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Our latest research news
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- Astronomy
“Cosmic detective” Dr Sara Webb becomes a Superstar of STEM
Swinburne astrophysicist and cosmic detective Dr Sara Webb has been selected as a 2022 Superstar of STEM.
Friday 18 November 2022 -
- Science
- Engineering
Swinburne researchers recognised as national leaders
Swinburne researchers are among Australia’s top achievers highlighted in The Australian’s 2023 Research magazine.
Tuesday 08 November 2022 -
- Health
- Sustainability
A rapid shift to electric vehicles can save 24,000 lives over the next two decades
Analysis for The Conversation by Professor Hussein Dia, Associate Professor Andi Nygaard, Dr Krysztof Dembek and Associate Professor Magnus Moglia
Thursday 15 September 2022 -
- Social Affairs
- Business
- Politics
Government workers prioritise wellbeing over pay
New research by Swinburne Edge and Deloitte reveals how government workers feel about hybrid work, work during the pandemic and the importance of flexibility.
Monday 12 September 2022 -
- Engineering
Wi-Fi patchy? Swinburne researchers could have the 5G solution
New Swinburne research is leveraging faster and more resilient 5G networks to power the Internet of Things revolution in Australia
Tuesday 30 August 2022
Our latest research events
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Research
- Technology
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Science
Space Industry Supply Chain Readiness Course
Listen to experts. Become the expert. Learn how to secure contracts and improve your space instrumentation capabilities.
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Research
- Innovation
- Technology
- Sustainability
- Advanced Manufacturing
2022 AFRAN Forum: Innovative Planet
You're invited to a forum aimed at exploring opportunities for cooperation between France and Australia.
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Research
- Innovation
- Technology
- Information Technology
Seminar: Human-in-the-Loop XAI-enabled Vulnerability Detection, Investigation, and Mitigation
Join world-class researcher, Professor Raymond Choo from the University of Texas, San Antonio, USA.
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Research
- Innovation
- Business
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Fellow’s lecture - Economic Innovations: Creating New Instruments to Improve Economic Life
Please join us for the launch of Economic Innovations: Creating New Instruments to Improve Economic Life, a book by Professor Beth Webster and Dr Bill Scales AO.
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Research
- Innovation
- Research Impact
Launch of the Encyclopedia of Australian Science and Innovation
Celebrates the re-branding and new home of the Encyclopedia of Australian Science and Innovation, and those contributing to its new life.
Register now (Launch of the Encyclopedia of Australian Science and Innovation)
1 Total external research income for 2020
2 Higher degree by research completions (Oct 2019 – Oct 2020)
3 Scopus indexed publications in 2020
4 16 discipline areas ranked 5 stars (well above world-standard), 2018 ERA report
Contact the Swinburne Research team
Want to know more about the world-class research taking place at Swinburne University of Technology? Call +61 3 9214 5547 or email research@swinburne.edu.au to speak with the team.