Our research

Our research - School of Chemical Engineering

Ground-breaking research tackling global challenges and innovations.

Our research spans four key disciplines, tackling some of the world’s most critical challenges. From clean energy and decarbonisation to advanced materials, new vaccines, quantum technologies, and sustainable resource recovery and reuse, including emerging frontiers such as urban mining and space mining, our researchers are pioneering innovations that transform industries, protect the planet, and power a sustainable future.

School of Chemical Engineering research areas

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Bioprocess Engineering

Our Bioprocess Engineering research advances pharmaceuticals, therapeutics, and nanomedicines through cutting-edge bioprocessing, synthetic biology, biosensing, and biomanufacturing; with applications from food and beverage engineering to cancer therapy and space health.

laboratory chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Our Chemical Engineering research drives sustainable innovation in process design, energy, catalysis, hydrogen, biofuels, and resource recovery; advancing low-carbon technologies, waste valorisation, and circular solutions for a cleaner, resilient future.

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Materials Engineering

Our Materials Engineering research innovates in nanomaterials and quantum materials for energy, catalysis, sensing, and environmental remediation; advancing renewable fuels, batteries, fuel cells, solar energy, and next-generation sustainable technologies.

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Mining and Energy Resources Engineering

Our Mining and Energy Resources Engineering research supports safe, sustainable resource discovery and drives the transition to carbon neutrality through advanced carbon capture, storage, and low-emission energy technologies.

Engage with us

Partner with world-leading experts in chemical, bioprocess, materials, and mining and energy resources engineering. Access our state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technologies, and deep expertise to co-create innovative solutions that drive sustainability, transform industries, and power a cleaner future.

Contact us

School of Chemical Engineering

LocationLocation
College of Engineering and IT
Adelaide University
Level 3 Helen Mayo North
Adelaide City Campus East

Telephone

Phone: 08 8313 5446

Email

Email: Dean.SCE@adelaide.edu.au