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
Academic Ranking of World Universities 2025
Top 300 globally
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026
Top 300 globally
QS World University Rankings 2027
Top 200 globally
US News Best Global Universities 2026–27
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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New Swinburne co-led consortium to accelerate research translation and innovation
Swinburne is helping accelerate research translation through the newly launched Australian Research Translation and Innovation Consortium (ARTIC)
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- Health
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- Business
- Science
- Sustainability
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Celebrating Swinburne’s next generation of researchers
Swinburne’s inaugural Research Festival brought together Higher Degree by Research students and early career researchers to learn, share and connect.
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- Science
Swinburne welcomes Federal Government’s new Statement on Space
Swinburne University of Technology has welcomed the Australian Government’s new Statement on Space.
Tuesday 21 July 2026 -
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Swinburne students AI-powered learning platform wins Design for Change 2026
Swinburne Master of Technology students receive first prize in the 2026 Design for Change competition with VidVersity Transformation.
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New measurement brings us closer to understanding the Universe’s rate of expansion
Researchers have used gravitational waves from a neutron star collision to make a new measurement of the Universe’s expansion rate, offering new insight into the long-standing Hubble tension.
Tuesday 30 June 2026
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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.