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.
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Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing
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Centre for Design Innovation
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Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science
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Centre for Mental Health and Brain Sciences
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Centre for Quantum Science and Technology Theory
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Centre for Social Impact Swinburne
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Centre for Sustainable Infrastructure and Digital Construction
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Centre for Transformative Media Technologies
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Optical Sciences Centre
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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- 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.
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- Health
World-first study to develop early warning system for bipolar sufferers
A world-first Swinburne project will develop an early warning system for individuals with bipolar disorder.
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- Health
Incorporating animals in therapy create stronger relationships with therapists and creates better outcomes
New Swinburne research found that using animal-assisted therapy in combination with cognitive-behavioural therapy led to reductions in acute anxiety symptoms.
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- Technology
World first study of young adults’ brain activity shows TV and gaming boosts focus, while social media hinders it
A world-first Swinburne-led study into young adults’ brain activity has found that TV and gaming are associated with increased focus, while social media is associated with decreased focus.
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- Design
- Technology
Swinburne startups driving change in tech and sustainability
Eleven startups pitched their ventures after completing Swinburne’s 2025 Luminate Program.
Monday 02 June 2025
Our events
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Research
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- 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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- Engineering
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- Information Technology
Lecture: Programming a Quantum Computer
Associate Professor Chris Ferrie, a quantum physicist from the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS), will explain how a quantum computer works and how you can get it to perform task.
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Research
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- 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
- 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.
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Research
- Research Impact
- Psychology
FMH PDP - Risk Assessment Workshops 2025 | PCL-R and PCL:SV
Psychopathy is a form of personality disorder that includes a range of interpersonal, affective and behavioural features. It is an important construct in the forensic mental health and criminal justice systems. This three-day master class workshop will provide participants with the appropriate knowledge to apply the PCL-R and PCL:SV in forensic clinical practice. This will include a comprehensive overview of the nature of the construct, its relationship with and differentiation from other personality disorders such as Antisocial and Dissocial Personality Disorder, and the role of psychopathy in risk assessment and treatment planning.
Contact Swinburne Research
Please direct your general enquiry to the research team on +61 3 9214 4859 or via research@swinburne.edu.au.