At the QUT Centre for Material Science, we are world leaders in the design, synthesis, fabrication, and formulation of new materials. Exemplary of the breadth of our expertise, our researchers work from nanoscale catalysis and microscale surface coatings, through to fire retardant materials for the construction industry. The Centre for Material Science can solve scientific and industry challenges, at any scale.
Capabilities and expertise
The development of new materials at the Centre for Material Science is underpinned by fundamental scientific expertise and cutting-edge technological advancements in a range of disciplines.
Fundamental to the success of our research programs are cutting edge characterisation facilities, and the leading expertise for development of appropriate methodologies for the evaluation of new materials.
Computational method development
We develop novel computational methods and simulation tools, with improved speed and accuracy over existing methods. Our researchers apply these tools to develop new materials and understand the properties of materials across a wide range of length scales.
Advanced Composites and Materials Interfaces
The development of novel composite materials for use as electrodes in Li-ion batteries, strain sensors or advanced structural materials is a key strength of our Centre. The structure-property relationship is determined through a combination of material characterisation and advanced modelling.
Nanocatalysis and energy harvesting materials
Synthesis and evaluation of new inorganic nanomaterials for catalysis, plasmonic sensing, and energy harvesting. Our researchers are experts in plasmonic catalysis powered by light, electro-catalysis, perovskite solar cells, and lithium-ion battery development.
Polymer synthesis
New polymeric materials with defined physicochemical properties, biodegradable and recyclable polymers, polymer nanoparticles, and polymers for use in composite materials. Our researchers are experts in controlled radical polymerisation, step-growth polymerisation, electro and photopolymerisation.
Small molecule synthesis
Development of new organic methodologies, inorganic reagents, coordination complexes, and the production of new molecules at scale. Our researchers are experts in organic method development, radical chemistry, coordination complexes, supramolecular chemistry and crystal engineering.
Key research projects
Researchers from the QUT Centre Material for Material Science are utilising their unique capabilities and expertise to deliver solutions to solve real world challenges, develop new industry ready technologies, and advance the fundamental understanding of materials. Here are some recent examples of their successes.
