About us

Who We Are

Monash Innovation Labs sits at the intersection of research, industry, and entrepreneurship.

We exist to translate Monash’s research excellence into real-world outcomes by embedding businesses within a curated, place-based innovation ecosystem. Startups and scale-ups work alongside researchers, students, and industry partners in an environment designed to move ideas from lab bench to market.

MiLabs is not simply space. It is a managed innovation model that integrates applied R&D capability, structured talent programs, and specialist facilities to reduce risk and accelerate growth.

Our Purpose

To build a leading ecosystem for deep tech innovation, where Monash talent, research capability, and infrastructure combine to help companies scale with confidence.

Our Innovation Model

Our work is built on three integrated pillars

Embedded at Monash

MiLabs is located at the heart of Monash University’s Clayton campus, within one of Australia’s most concentrated research and innovation precincts.

Being based at MiLabs means direct proximity to leading academics, advanced facilities, industry partners, and a growing network of deep tech ventures. It is an environment intentionally designed to encourage collaboration, knowledge exchange, and long-term growth.

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Our Impact

Real outcomes. Measurable impact.

Facts and figures

  • Resident Companies

    12
  • Funding Raised

    $42M
  • Student Collaborations

    +40
  • Jobs Created

    +60

Our People & Community

At the core of MiLabs is a community of researchers, founders, students, and industry partners working together to translate discovery into impact.

Let’s Build the Future Together

Whether you're a business looking to scale, a researcher with a breakthrough idea, or a student seeking hands-on experience - there's a place for you at Monash Innovation Labs.