Research

Our research spans food engineering, water, environmental resources, biomolecular and cell engineering, carbon neutrality, and chemical processes and innovation.

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Research themes

Energy and decarbonisation

Our researchers develop next-generation renewable energy technologies, advanced energy storage systems, and hydrogen fuel cell innovations to drive the transition away from fossil fuels. From high-efficiency solar and wind systems to grid-scale batteries and clean hydrogen fuel, we are enabling a reliable, affordable net-zero carbon energy future.

Circular economy and resource recovery

Circular economy and resource recovery focuses on eliminating waste and maximising reuse of resources through innovative engineering. In this theme, our researchers develop technologies to transform waste streams into valuable products, create efficient recycling processes for materials like plastics and electronics, and design sustainable materials that have minimal environmental footprints throughout their lifecycle.

Water environment and climate adaptation

Our research safeguards ecosystems and prepares communities for climate change. It includes developing advanced water treatment and recycling technologies to ensure sustainable water supplies, as well as innovative methods for monitoring environmental health and remediating pollution.

Agriculture and food

We apply advanced engineering to agriculture and food production to boost efficiency and sustainability. Our researchers leverage sensors, robotics and data analytics in precision farming to grow more with less, develop alternative proteins and innovative food processing techniques for more sustainable diets, and improve food supply chains through better management and technology to reduce waste.

Product design and manufacturing

Product design and manufacturing covers research at the nexus of creative design and engineering for production. This theme looks at how we conceive, develop and fabricate innovative products that meet societal needs and sustainability goals. Our researchers explore design for sustainability, ensuring products have minimal environmental footprint throughout their lifecycle.

Materials and nanotechnology

Materials and nanotechnology explores the design and engineering of novel materials – from the nanoscale building blocks to bulk composites – to unlock new capabilities for technology and infrastructure. Our researchers push the frontiers of material science, creating substances with tailored structures and extraordinary properties

Manufacturing and industry 4.0

Manufacturing and industry 4.0 encompasses research on digitally transforming manufacturing processes through automation, data and smart technology. Our researchers develop intelligent production systems that fuse the physical and digital worlds, from robotic assembly lines to AI-driven quality control.

Biomaterials and tissue engineering

Our biomaterials and tissue engineering research is pioneering new materials and methods to help the body heal itself. We design biocompatible scaffolds, hydrogels and other biomaterials that can guide cell growth and tissue repair, aiming to regenerate damaged organs and tissues.

Biomedical devices and diagnostics

The biomedical devices and diagnostics theme drives the invention of cutting-edge tools that detect and treat health problems with greater precision and personalization. Our engineers (across biomedical, electrical, chemical, and mechanical disciplines) create everything from wearable sensors and lab-on-a-chip systems to advanced imaging equipment and therapeutic devices.

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