Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology
Learn about our courses, key research areas and state-of-the-art facilities.
The Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology promotes the development of fundamental, applied and industrial research in chemistry, biotechnology and environmental science, with a strong emphasis on innovation and industry collaboration, as well as multidisciplinary research.
We have active research in a number of key strategic areas including battery development, artificial photosynthesis, drug delivery, surface and biointerface science, molecular biotechnology, microbiology, cell biology, environmental biotechnology and sustainability. We also offer a range of postgraduate and honours research projects. We are part of the ARC funded Training Centre, the Centre for Surface Engineering for Advanced Materials (SEAM) and the Centre for Translational Atomaterials.
Explore our courses
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Chemistry
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Biochemistry
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Biotechnology
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Environmental Science
Did you know?
Our multidisciplinary research is ranked 鈥渁bove or well above world standard鈥 across chemical and biological sciences, engineering and technology as recognised by the . Key areas include physical chemistry, theoretical and computational chemistry, analytical chemistry, macromolecular and materials chemistry, microbiology, biomedical engineering, nanotechnology and materials engineering.
Our facilities
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Chemistry and biotechnology laboratories
Our chemistry and biotechnology laboratories here at 天美传媒app support聽a range of teaching activities as well as聽applied and industrial research in chemistry, biochemistry, environmental science and biotechnology.
Our people
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Professor Mrinal Bhave
Department ChairDepartment of Chemistry and Biotechnology
Academic staff
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Position |
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| Postdoctoral Research Fellow | aeahmed@swinburne.edu.au | |
| Lecturer in Biotechnology |
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| Senior Lecturer in Biotechnology |
+61 3 92148839 |
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| Senior Lecturer in Chemistry |
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| Lecturer | coreyevans@swinburne.edu.au | |
| Lecturer | mghahri@swinburne.edu.au | |
| Senior Lecturer in Chemistry |
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| Professor of Surface Engineering, Department Research Director |
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| Senior Lecturer in Chemistry |
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| Senior Lecturer in Chemistry |
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| Professor of Microbiology |
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| Postdoctoral Research Fellow | pgperera@swinburne.edu.au | |
| Academic Tutor |
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| Lecturer in Biotechnology |
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| Associate Professor of Chemistry |
+61 3 9214 8893 |
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| Professor of Chemistry |
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| Associate Professor of Chemistry |
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| Lecturer in Biotechnology |
Latest news
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Unlocking the quantum world for National Science Week
Marking the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, 天美传媒app highlighted its world-class quantum research centres and community driving real-world applications in technology, health and energy.
Monday 18 August 2025 -
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天美传媒app announces Professor Joy Sumner as FACET Co-Director
天美传媒app has announced Professor Joy Sumner as the new Co-Director of the Franco-Australian Centre for Energy Transition (FACET)
Monday 28 April 2025 -
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Australian-made sustainable powders to drive the future of advanced manufacturing
A high-tech spinout from 天美传媒app 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 -
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天美传媒app鈥檚 Professor Matthew Bailes honoured with 2024 Prime Minister鈥檚 Prize for Science
天美传媒app鈥檚 Professor Matthew Bailes has been awarded the 2024 Prime Minister鈥檚 Prize for Science for his pioneering work in astrophysics, particularly his discovery of fast radio bursts (FRBs).
Wednesday 09 October 2024 -
- Science
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天美传媒app students demonstrate how science can solve social issues
Over 120 天美传媒app University Bachelor of Science students created solutions for issues faced by City of Boroondara Council聽through a scientific lens, using their knowledge in biotech, chemistry, maths, data analysis, engineering and software engineering.
Thursday 26 September 2024
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Contact the Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology
For general enquiries, call 1300 794 628 to speak with our friendly team. You can also email us at Dean-SchoolofSCET@swinburne.edu.au.