Engage with us
Our experienced team is investigating new applications with potential for the environment, industrial enzymes, biopharmaceuticals and agrifoods. We offer research expertise and analytical facilities for large corporations and small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking practical solutions.
Partner with us
Our expertise, technologies and infrastructure result in ground-breaking solutions to many biological issues facing industry. The benefits of collaborating with us include:
* development and optimisation of biomolecular materials and processes relevant to industry
* solutions to problems in industry pipelines – from discovery, analysis, implementation and scientific validation, to increased productivity and profitability
* access to cutting-edge research expertise and ISO/NATA- accredited analytical facilities for large corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups seeking practical solutions
* build the capacity, with our highly qualified graduates, of the Australian biotech sector
* form beneficial, long-term partnerships that may lead to large-scale funding from government and industry grant schemes.
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Study with us
Whatever your research interest or career path, the Biomolecular Discovery Research Centre offers opportunities for pioneering scholarship.
We host a significant number of higher degree research students from Australia and overseas. Our senior researchers mentor and supervise HDR students, working closely to help them achieve their academic and research goals.
Are you interested in undertaking a Master of Biotechnology? You may be eligible to complete this program in one year! Learn more.
Scholarships and support
International and domestic students can apply for a number of scholarships from Macquarie University and the Australian Government.
Macquarie also assists postgraduate students and researchers to attend conferences during their candidature.
Contact us
To discuss research opportunities, proposals and funding, please contact:
Director, Biomolecular Discovery Research Centre
Prof. Anwar Sunna
School of Natural Sciences
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Macquarie University, NSW 2109, Australia
Deputy Director, Biomolecular Discovery Research Centre
Dist. Prof. Nicki Packer
School of Natural Sciences
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Macquarie University, NSW 2109, Australia