The Soft Matter Group at RMIT includes researchers from physics, chemistry, and biology with expertise ranging from purely experimental to purely theoretical. Research projects within the group include cryopreservation, next-generation antimicrobials, neoteric solvents, and complex colloids.
The Soft Matter Group is always looking for new opportunities to collaborate, so please get in touch! If you’re a student, check out the projects and scholarship opportunities currently available within the group.
Miyah is completing her final year of her Bachelor of Science (Dean's Scholar, Honours) (Biotechnology) degree. Her honours project focuses on the assessment and biophysical characterisation of potential cryoprotectants for the cryopreservation of mammalian cells.
Spotlight: Soroosh Gharehgozlo
Soroosh’s research involves synthesising gold nanoparticles coated with bacterial lipids extracted from Escherichia coli. This project aims to explore potential enhancements in uptake or adsorption upon the reintroduction of coated nanoparticles to E. coli cells.
Nicholas is a researcher developing eutectogels, biocompatible gels based on deep eutectic solvents, to deliver antimicrobials and healing agents to wounds. His work explores how gel composition affects drug release and antimicrobial efficacy.
Miyah is completing her final year of her Bachelor of Science (Dean's Scholar, Honours) (Biotechnology) degree. Her honours project focuses on the assessment and biophysical characterisation of potential cryoprotectants for the cryopreservation of mammalian cells.
Spotlight: Soroosh Gharehgozlo
Soroosh’s research involves synthesising gold nanoparticles coated with bacterial lipids extracted from Escherichia coli. This project aims to explore potential enhancements in uptake or adsorption upon the reintroduction of coated nanoparticles to E. coli cells.
Nicholas is a researcher developing eutectogels, biocompatible gels based on deep eutectic solvents, to deliver antimicrobials and healing agents to wounds. His work explores how gel composition affects drug release and antimicrobial efficacy.
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