Research engagement
Receive valuable insights, solve problems and generate positive outcomes in your organisation.
At Swinburne, we provide access to world-class researchers and facilities that can help solve problems and create competitive advantages in your organisation. By collaborating with us you can enjoy a number of unique benefits, including access to world-class research talent and the flexibility that comes with working with a medium-sized, dual-sector university.
Why partner with us?
Top 300 globally
QS World University Rankings 2026
Top 300 globally
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
Top 25 Under 50*
Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024
Our research
Our research is built on outstanding researchers, specialist centres and a focus on high-quality and ethically sound research for societal benefit and scientific discovery.
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Research institutes
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Research centres, groups and clinics
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Research platforms and initiatives
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Research facilities and equipment
Strategic initiatives
Our research ecosystem is also supported by a number of strategic initiatives designed to help partners find innovative solutions to real-world problems.
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Factory of the Future
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Swinburne Innovation Studio
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Swinburne Design Factory Melbourne
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Digital Capability Research Platform
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Industrial Digital Transformation Hub
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Data for Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre
Achievements and success stories
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Achievements and success stories
We don’t just talk the talk — we walk the walk. Read about some of our key partnerships, programs and recent success stories.
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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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Start-up and spin-off companies for research translation
Learn more about our successful spin-off companies, formed through research partnerships with businesses and industry.
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Research achievements and recognition
Swinburne’s reputation as a leader in research and innovation is growing year-on-year.
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.
Recent news
In recent years, we’ve formed a number of major partnerships instrumental in effecting widespread industry advancement.
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- Astronomy
Indigenous students explore the cosmos through Swinburne’s astrophysics program
Indigenous students explored astrophysics at Swinburne, connecting science and culture while building pathways to future careers in STEM.
Friday 19 September 2025 -
- Science
If quantum computing is answering unknowable questions, how do we know they’re right?
A new Swinburne study is tackling the paradox - if quantum computing is answering unknowable questions, how do we know they’re right?
Tuesday 16 September 2025 -
- Health
World-first disease progression model offers new hope for muscular dystrophy patients
Patients with a common type of muscular dystrophy will benefit from a world-first AI powered disease progression model with ‘life-changing’ implications, using advanced MRI imaging at Swinburne University of Technology.
Friday 05 September 2025 -
- Science
How to make metals from Martian dirt
Swinburne and CSIRO researchers have successfully made iron under Mars-like conditions. This is how they did it.
Tuesday 26 August 2025 -
- Student News
- Science
Swinburne technology students win with vape-quitting app
Vatana Chhorn and Klos Wasanapitranon have taken out the top prize in this year’s Design for Change STEM prototyping competition with an AI-powered mobile app to help young people overcome vaping addiction.
Wednesday 20 August 2025
Specific research services
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Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science
Our team works alongside government and industry partners to develop best practice models of care and treatment.
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Statistical services
We provide statistical services with data-driven and evidence-based solutions aimed at providing valuable insights for our partners.
Swinburne Industry Research Advisory Board
Comprising leaders from government and business in Australia and throughout the region, the Swinburne Industry Research Advisory Board (SIRAB) contributes to the work of Swinburne and its partners by offering the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research its advice, expertise and experience.
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Read our intellectual property information
Our intellectual property (IP) policies helps us create impact through science, technology and innovation.
Want to utilise our research services?
Contact our research team to discuss your requirements.