Research strengths

Our research departments

Monash attracts some of the leading experts in the field of Information Technology and Computer Science. Researchers at Monash IT enjoy a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment in which to solve problems and explore the potential for technology to positively disrupt our world.

‘Above world standard’ across every category in Information and Computing Sciences.

State of Australian University Research 2018-19: ERA National Report

  • 200+ IT for social good projects

  • Largest research group of data scientists in the southern hemisphere

  • Home to a global top 10 human-centred computing research group

Our research expertise is strategically structured into three departments that align with our areas of focus.

Data Science and AI

With unrivalled capabilities across the field of data science, our researchers are solving real-world problems through the analysis and management of data.

SensiLab

Human-Centred Computing (HCC)

Exploring a future where improved human-computer interactions and visualisation technologies become the pathway to innovation.

Software Systems and Cybersecurity

In a rapidly changing online data ecosphere, we are constantly looking for ways to keep our valuable information organised and secure.

Research Themes

In addition, Monash is also at the forefront of cross-disciplinary research into the application of information technology in the real world.

Digital Health

Applying a multidisciplinary approach to improving healthcare outcomes for all.

IT for Sustainability

From food to biodiversity, we're using IT to drive sustainability in a range of ways.

Research partnership

Monash-Data61

Monash has a strong, ongoing partnership with Data61, Australia’s largest organisations dedicated to ICT research. Through this, we offer a world-class PhD experience to candidates working in data-related disciplines.

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News and events

13 Dec
Until 17 Dec
12 am Melbourne
International School in Artificial Intelligence and its Applications in Computer Science (ISAAC)

Enhancing access to cutting-edge topics in AIRated ‘five out of five’ for AI in Australia (ERA National Report), Monash University...
06 Dec
10 am – 11 am
Official launch of the Centre for Learning Analytics Monash (CoLAM)

Hosted by the Faculty of Information TechnologyThe Faculty of Information Technology is delighted to invite you to watch the official...
25 Nov
Monash Tech Talks
6 pm – 8 pm
The new future of ageing: Smart homes for seniors – presented by Monash Tech Talks

Join the international film launch of Smart Homes for Seniors Directed by Professor Sarah Pink from the Emerging Technologies Research...
11 Nov
11 am – 1 pm
Are you INFORMED? Improving healthcare and preventing harm through Forensic Informatics

The INFORMED collaboration between the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM) and the Faculty of IT at Monash University is...

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New ‘alert-safe’ rostering system promises safer shift work and fewer workplace accidents

Monash University researchers and optimisation technology company Opturion have developed a cloud-based rostering system to improve alertness, productivity and safety among shift workers.
14 October, 2021
ACM SIGACCESS Conference

Monash expert to revolutionise fair AI at prestigious assistive tech conference

Dr Reuben Kirkham from the Inclusive Technologies Lab in Monash Faculty of Information Technology’s Department of Human-Centred Computing is set to present a novel approach to law and disability rights at the esteemed international assistive
14 October, 2021

Better than best: Most efficient quantum-safe and privacy-preserving blockchain protocol gets an upgrade

Experts Dr Muhammed Esgin, Dr Ron Steinfeld and Raymond Zhao from the Department of Software Systems and Cybersecurity at Monash Faculty of Information Technology have designed and implemented MatRiCT+ – a significantly improved version of
15 September, 2021
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New Dean’s Awards celebrate equity, diversity and inclusion champions in the Faculty of IT

The inaugural Dean’s Awards for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion recognise professional and academic staff who have contributed significantly to a fairer, more accessible world.
13 September, 2021
Micro-volunteering support for disabled citizens

Mobilising altruism: Connecting Indonesian youth with disabilities to volunteer mentors

Monash Faculty of Information Technology researchers Professor Patrick Olivier and Dr Misita Anwar are leading a project to connect Indonesian youth with disabilities to national and international mentors through everyday messaging technologies.
26 August, 2021
ELIS webinar group photo

Monash IT PhD student one of the first Australian participants in prestigious STEM Leadership Program

The Ewha-Luce International Seminar (ELIS): Expanding Horizons opened its doors to Australia for the first time in 2021. Ruchi Sembey, a PhD candidate in Monash Faculty of Information Technology’s HumaniSE Lab was among the 10 STEM
24 August, 2021
New training centre for optimal ageing

Funding for a new training centre for optimal ageing

Monash University has been awarded $4.58 million from the Australian Research Council’s (ARC) Industrial Transformation Research Program to establish a new ARC Training Centre for Optimal Ageing.
23 July, 2021
Digital lifestyle trends

The future home: How digital lifestyle trends are impacting energy demands

From powering our devices and heating and cooling our spaces, to working and studying from home, the role of the home continues to change along with our day-to-day impact on household electricity demand.
21 July, 2021

Safety and standards dashboard facilitate quality care and informed decision making among clinicians

A $2.1 million project to collect patient data in one place aims to better equip healthcare workers when making critical and life-saving clinical decisions.
21 July, 2021