Thought leadership

Make change with Monash

For 60 years, we’ve been working to change the world, and we’re not about to stop. As a university with a global footprint, we know we have to play our part in solving the world's toughest problems. As a student, you’ll be encouraged and challenged to contribute to a better future.

Satellite saviour: New mapping technology to help India prepare for floods

IITB scholar, Kesav Unnithan, talks about a new ground-breaking technology that has the potential to help authorities in India save lives and communities at risk of extreme flooding and other natural disasters.

Making a difference

Inspired by personal experience, Dr Sanjukta Choudhury-Kaul is improving the working lives of people with disabilities. She also speaks of her love for Monash - "Monash opened doors I never knew existed".

Scientist scooping up a cup of water from river

Turning dirty water clean: Portable water filter to aid disaster relief efforts

The Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC), in collaboration with Monash University Malaysia, and Newcastle University, has developed Poseidon, a portable filtration device that can be fitted to a water bottle.

When one door opens: Monash student develops 3D printed key to prevent COVID-19 spread

Muthu Vellayappan has used 3D printing to develop a cheap and safe plastic tool that can open doors and push buttons - eliminating the need for hand contact on potentially contaminated surfaces in the era of COVID-19.

Alumni standing by window and smiling at camera

Turning tech innovation from big dream to Silicon Valley success

Co-founder of multimillion-dollar software company Cyara, Alok Kulkarni employed grit, adaptability and a willingness to learn to reach his dream of becoming a technological entrepreneur.

Unravelling the magic of milk to improve human health

A team of researchers is examining how nature's "superfood" is digested, with potentially life-saving results.

Abhishek Sharma standing in front of his oxygen conversion unit

A breath of fresh air in tackling India’s oxygen shortage

A DIY research collaboration spanning the oceans has created a new oxygen generator that technicians can build for their local hospital using parts available at the hardware store.

The sweet science of honey: exploring the health benefits

Bees are the most important pollinator of food crops, and the honey they produce is the only insect-derived natural product with industrial, nutritional and therapeutic values.