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Our strengths

Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy

We bring together expertise in agriculture and bioeconomy research to help feed the world sustainably and develop cleaner, greener bioproducts from agricultural wastes.

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Centre for Data Science

We draw together diverse capabilities in data science to deliver world-class research, unique training opportunities and active external engagement.

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Centre for Materials Science

Our mission is to design, discover and develop advanced functional materials to solve key technological challenges.

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Energy Transition Centre

We're at the forefront of renewable energy research, taking important breakthroughs from the lab to the factory in solar, hydrogen, batteries, biofuels, energy efficiency, and digital energy.

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Centre for Environment and Society

The Centre for Environment and Society harnesses QUT’s research strengths in climate adaptation and mitigation to tackle the planet’s most pressing environmental challenges.

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Our research groups and projects

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CLEVAR Research Group

This research website introduces the CLEVAR (Cognitive and Learning Environments in Virtual and Augmented Reality) research group, our projects and collaborators.

Cognitive Science

The Cognitive Science research group investigates different views of cognition to better understand how humans interact in increasingly complex information environments. The group is located within the School of Information Systems at QUT.

Design Participation Lab

We seek to make technologies that reflect the rich diversity and idiosyncrasies of people and the ways in which they wish to interact.

Digital Wellbeing Lab

Researchers in the Digital Wellbeing Lab investigate how people balance technologies in their lives, and how we can design new technologies that help them to reach their full potential.

Eco-Explorations Queensland: Engaging Youth and Public in Conservation

Interactive Eco-Explorations engages Queensland’s youth and public in conservation through immersive experiences, fostering environmental awareness and stewardship.

Energy Storage Research Group

The National Battery Testing Centre (NBTC) was launched in December 2020 at the Queensland University of Technology and is one of the Future Battery Industries CRC's flagship projects.

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You can help us to discover new knowledge, create innovations and develop solutions for real-world challenges.

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Be a part of a more progressive, collaborative approach to research and contribute to your field, progress into academia or grow your career.

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Work with our students

Research student internships bring a fresh perspective, new skills and innovative approaches to your workplace.

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Research news

25 May 2026

Seven ARC Linkage projects receive more than $3.6 million funding

QUT is celebrating the success of seven ARC Linkage Projects 2025 Round 2 applications totalling $3,668,784.

20 May 2026

Kedron Brook tops the microplastics count - three Brisbane creeks study

A QUT study of microplastics in the sediment of three Brisbane creeks has found that Kedron Brook had the highest load of plastic microparticles, followed by Bulimba and Enoggera creeks.  

20 May 2026

Antarctica is facing disasters alone, experts warn

Researchers are calling for the creation of a new Antarctic disaster management body, arguing the continent is facing environmental risks that its current governance system is ill prepared for.

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