Research centres, groups and clinics
Our research centres, groups and clinics cultivate strength in specialist areas by concentrating resources in one place. All of our research centres have an excellent record of scholarship, publication and research funding.
We’re proud of our reputation for high-quality research here at Swinburne. Our research meets the demands of various organisations including industry, government, community organisations, not-for-profits, start-ups and entrepreneurs to improve the way we live and build a sustainable future.
Our research
Explore the work being conducted by our groundbreaking research centres and research groups. Alternatively, you can check out research institutes that drive multidisciplinary collaborations with industry, business and community to maximise research impact.
Research centres
Our research centres drive deep, discipline-based research. They are the engine room of our research performance and 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 a high-ranking international reputation.
Business and law centres
Health, arts and design centres
Science, engineering and technology centres
Research groups
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.
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Bioengineering Research Group
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Consumer Experience and Innovation Research Group
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Design, Manufacturing and Mechanics Research Group
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Fluid and Process Dynamics Research Group
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Information Systems for Social Impact Research Group
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Social and Environmental Sustainability in Organisations Research Group
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Social Psychology of Innovation Research Group
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Sport Innovation Research Group
Other research groups
- Cost of Living, Productivity and Inequality Research Group
- Social Media Research Group
- Law and Technology Research Group
Clinics
Swinburne is home to two health and wellbeing clinics at our Hawthorn Campus. Both provide specialist treatment and advice and are open to members and non-members of the Swinburne community.
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Partnered research centres and training hubs
Partnered Research Centres and Centres of Excellence are significant activities in areas of national importance. They focus on impactful research and transformative outcomes.
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Research facilities and equipment
We have a wide range of hireable research facilities and equipment, including world-class laboratories, telescopes and theatres.
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Swinburne Innovation Studio
The Innovation Studio is the epicentre of creativity and disruption here at Swinburne. Whether your idea is big or small — this is where your ideas turn into reality.
Looking for a world-class research institute?
Our research institutes drive multidisciplinary collaborations with industry, business and community to maximise research impact. Our flagship institutes build on the depth and excellence of our discipline-specific research activities.
Our achievements and success stories
Our partnerships have been instrumental in effecting change with industry, government, community organisations, not-for-profits, start-ups and entrepreneurs. Learn more about these inspiring stories.
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Swinburne Sarawak Research Centres and Clusters
Swinburne Sarawak’s designated research centres cultivate strength in specialist areas by concentrating resources in one place. Each centre consists of a group of researchers who collectively have a significant national or international profile.
Our news
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- Science
Swinburne leads global effort to create new therapies for psychosis
Swinburne is part of a global team working to treat psychosis via new therapies targeting disorganisation in a world-first approach.
Monday 28 April 2025 -
- Health
World-first intravenous psychedelic trial to treat binge eating to launch
The world-first IV-administered psychedelic trial for binge eating disorder will kick off this year at Swinburne.
Thursday 10 April 2025 -
- Aviation
- Sustainability
- Engineering
Australian-made sustainable powders to drive the future of advanced manufacturing
A high-tech spinout from Swinburne University of Technology will deliver Australian-made High Entropy Material (HEM) powders, developed from recycled industrial feedstocks, to advanced manufacturing and 3D printing facilities.
Thursday 27 March 2025 -
- Astronomy
- Technology
- Science
Swinburne’s Spotlight on STEM: A Night of Space Innovation with Shelli Brunswick
Swinburne University hosted a Spotlight on STEM event with space innovator Shelli Brunswick, exploring space technology, leadership, and career opportunities in the space industry
Friday 21 March 2025 -
- Health
- Science
Swinburne to advance cardiac care and asbestos detection with industry-engaged grants
Swinburne has secured two grants from Australia's Economic Accelerator Ignite program to support innovative commercialisation projects.
Wednesday 12 March 2025
Our events
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Research
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Public Lecture featuring Dr Katie Mack
Join us for an exclusive Melbourne event with Dr Katherine (Katie) Mack, one of the world’s leading theoretical astrophysicists and science communicators, as she explores the universe’s most dramatic finale—its end.
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Research
- Research Impact
- Engagement
Prato 2025 – Safer Communities: Creating better outcomes for justice involved people
This Prato 2025 ‘Safer Communities’ conference is designed to bring together practitioners, legal decision makers, advocates, researchers and policy contributors to explore new and different ways of responding to criminal behaviour and the people who commit criminal acts, creating lasting positive impacts for people of all ages.
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Research
- Research Impact
- Engagement
- Health
- Nursing
Dare to Dream | 2026 Forensic Mental Health Nursing Conference
Innovation in FMHN practice, improving nursing practice and consumer outcomes.
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- Research Impact
- Partnerships
- Health
- Psychology
Safer Futures Launch and Inaugural Oration
Celebrate the launch of the Safer Futures Fund, an initiative by the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science.
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Research
- Research Impact
- Psychology
Forensic Mental Health Professional Development Program | 2025 Conference Day
We are excited to announce the launch of the Forensic Mental Health Professional Development Program Conference Day, to be held on Friday 4th July 2025, at our Hawthorn campus.
Contact Swinburne Research
Please direct your general enquiry to the research team on +61 3 9214 4859 or via research@swinburne.edu.au.