Propulsion and Energy
Research focus
Nuclear propulsion
Monash academics have largely developed their expertise in the UK, leading large-scale initiatives and centres with strong support from UK Research and Innovation, and the UK and overseas nuclear industry. This is advantageous, as SSN-AUKUS (Australia’s nuclear submarine), is expected to have a significant impact on the Australian economy, technology and defence manufacturing base, and will be developed in close collaboration with the UK.
Monash has unique expertise relating to key pressurised water reactor nuclear materials, used in nuclear submarine propulsion, critical manufacturing capabilities, and linking manufacturing and material processing to performance and structural integrity in reactor-relevant environments.
Space propulsion
Monash University is host to the National Indigenous Space Academy, a transformative partnership with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, ensuring upskilling of future Indigenous STEM leaders and knowledge transfer from partners.
Monash is committed to improving access to talent within the defence domain through collaborative initiatives to create more inclusive workplaces; Monash is the longest-standing sponsor of Women in Aviation/Aerospace Australia.
