Research and Innovation

Research and Innovation

The Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering consistently scores highly in research outputs with high impact potential for transforming life and society. We contribute expertise to industry and government projects advancing water security, biomedicine, agriculture, renewable energy, and other key areas.

Our research groups

Embrace Green Processes for a Cleaner Tomorrow!

We are committed to sustainability and a pristine environment! Embrace eco-friendly practices that nurture our planet and create a brighter future for generations to come. Together, we can implement innovative solutions that reduce waste and conserve resources. Let’s inspire one another to make sustainable choices in our daily lives, from reducing plastic use to supporting renewable energy initiatives. By working collectively, we can pave the way for a cleaner, greener world that ensures a healthy ecosystem for future generations to enjoy!

Subthemes


Renewable and Low Emissions Processes

Catalysis and Membranes, Low Emission Technology, Renewables, Energy storage

 

Lead researchers

  • Torben Daeneke
  • Ken Chiang
  • Mahdokht Shaibani 
  • Aonghus McNabola 
  • Ali Zavabeti 
     

Resource and Waste Conversion

Circular Economy, Sustainable Processes, Resource recovery 

 

Lead researchers

  • Kalpit Shah
  • Ylias Sabri 
  • Maazuza Othman
  • Jorge Paz-Ferreiro
  • Nimesha Rathnayake
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Unlocking Nature's Potential: Bioprocessing & Bioremediation for a Sustainable Tomorrow!

Dive into the fascinating world where science meets sustainability! Discover how bioprocessing harnesses biological systems to create valuable products while bioremediation transforms polluted environments into thriving ecosystems. Join the green revolution and see how these innovative processes can reshape our future!

Subthemes


Nanomaterials and Polymers

Micro/Nanophysics, Nanomaterials, Micromaterials, Metal-Organics, Thin Films, and Polymers

 

Lead researchers

  • Namita Roy Choudhury
  • Leslie Yeo 
  • Lei Bao
  • Naba Dutta 
  • Amgad Rezk 
  • Huacheng Zhang
  • JJ Richardson  

 

Bioremediation and Water

Water, Wastewater, Sludge, phytoremediation, and Bioremediation

 

Lead researchers

  • Linhua Fan
  • Nicky Eshtiaghi
  • Jega Jegatheesan 
  • Jue Hou 
  • Dane Lamb
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Humanitarian & Safety Engineering: Pioneering Solutions for a Safer Tomorrow!

Explore a field where compassion meets safety innovation, as we engineer a brighter, safer future for all. Discover how human-centric approaches and co-creation create the best outcomes for communities around the globe.

Subthemes


Humanitarian and Safety Engineering

 

Lead researchers

  • Vikram Garaniya
  • Nick Brown  
  • Spyros Schismenos  
  • Darryn McEvoy
  • Seungju Kim

 

Complex Systems Modelling

 

Lead researchers

  • Daniel Lester   
  • Nevena Todorova
  • Raj Parthasarathy
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Research opportunities

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RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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