Start your PhD with the AIBN

 

AIBN is a haven for PhD students seeking to undertake research in the disciplines of
personalised medicine, nanoengineered materials and biotechnology.

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Work alongside some of the world's most successful scientists, access worldclass facilities, and kickstart your academic career.

The Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) is a haven for PhD students seeking to undertake research in the disciplines of personalised medicine, nanoengineered materials and biotechnology.

Access some of the world's most successful scientists

AIBN is home to 5 ARC Laureate Fellows, 2 NHMRC Leadership Fellows, 9 NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellows, and 10 ARC DECRA Fellows, among many others.

Meet our researchers

Access world-class facilities

Home to 9 NCRIS facilities, working alongside specialist centres. AIBN is at the cutting edge of biological, chemical and physical sciences and see your potential grow.

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Work on projects with impact

In partnership with our PhD students, we are creating novel biofuels, world-first magnetic PFAS removal methods, and next-generation biomedical sensors, among so many other world-leading discoveries. 

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AIBN PhD students have the opportunity to

  • Be part of Australia's
    #1 univerity

  • Create global connections with leading industry partners

  • Identify and pursue ground-breaking research that has real-world impact

  • Be part of designing world-first technology

  • Work in world-class, leading facilities right here in the building

  • Get the best tools to enable your career. 

Ready to take the leap? Here's the next steps

The pathway to a PhD can be daunting or confusing, but it doesn't have to be. AIBN has compiled this simple page with how-to guides and frequently asked questions.

 

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Not ready to undertake a PhD yet? consider our masters and honours program instead - Learn more

AIBN is about real life outcomes

Enterprising and enthusiastic students are attracted to AIBN, with AIBN graduates demonstrating the value of their experience here through rapid career development in areas of research, academia, and commercialisation. Read our student testimonials to discover more about the AIBN student experience and life at AIBN.

Collaboration and community are part of the lifestyle at AIBN 

AIBN is based on the beautiful riverfront UQ St Lucia campus with heritage buildings, lakes, sporting facilities, galleries and museums, and more. Home to Cafe Nano, (the best coffee on campus)  AIBN runs multiple social events through the AIBN student Association (ASA) giving you the opportunity to meet with other students and researchers. Current AIBN students can learn more about the ASA via the AIBN intranet.

Contact us

If you have general enquiries about studying at AIBN please contact our HDR team

 hdr.aibn@enquire.uq.edu.au

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