Our research focuses on two domains: the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology domain and the Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology domain.
Research prospectus
Faculty of Science researchers conduct diverse and varied research in our state-of-the art facilities. Our scientists are global leaders in their fields, finding solutions to the biggest issues we face today.
In the School of BioSciences, our world-class experts are investigating topics such as conservation and climate change, evolution and behaviour, genetics through to development, marine biology and plant biodiversity.
Explore our research prospectus to find out what projects our leading academics are undertaking.

Learn more about our research
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Research groups
The School of BioSciences Research Groups are centred around various themes which represent research areas that contribute to an interdisciplinary collaborative research environment…
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Research centres
The School of BioSciences is a major participant in a number of collaborative research ventures which ensures it maintains a global perspective. Drawing on the expertise of research activities across…
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Facilities, equipment and resources
Our vibrant research community is supported by state-of-the-art research facilities and equipment which are available for use in research. Some facilities…
Connect with us
If you would like to study with us, or discuss opportunities for collaboration, or helping to fund our work, see below for how to get in touch.
Study with us
Join over 10,000 students at the Faculty of Science with a range of honours, graduate, and research degrees. Visit the Graduate hub for information and enquiries about graduate studies.
Support us
Our generous benefactors make our work possible. Visit Support us to find out how you can support our leading research and help change the lives of future generations by funding science scholarships.
Collaborate with us
The Faculty of Science invites interested organisations who would like to explore collaborative research or use our developed technologies. Please get in touch with our Business Development team to discuss.
Frances Guyett
Director, Business Development, Physical Sciences
Research, Innovation & Commercialisation | The University of Melbourne
Incorporating UoM Commercial Ltd and the School of Melbourne Custom Programs
Phone: +61 417 535 617
Email: frances.guyett@unimelb.edu.au