SAGE-M trains the next generation of industry-ready scientists in cutting-edge catalysis — the science behind 90% of chemical products. We work across four universities, with CSIRO, and with industry partners to build a workforce for Australia's green economy.
Our research spans the full arc of catalysis for sustainable manufacturing — from circular-economy chemistry to bioprocessing and clean energy.
Efficient catalytic reactions that convert waste into valuable products, minimise energy use, and close material loops.
Using biocatalysts and bio-derived feedstocks to create pharmaceuticals, bioactives and functional materials.
Catalysts built from abundant, low-cost elements for electrolysers, fuel cells, batteries and solar-driven chemistry.
The global catalyst market is forecast to grow from ~USD 37B (2022) to ~USD 60B by 2032. Australia needs a strong pipeline of scientists trained in green catalysis if it's to compete, reduce imports, and deliver on circular-economy goals.
Eight-person leadership team spanning Monash, Deakin, RMIT and the University of Melbourne — together overseeing 21 Chief Investigators and 14 Partner Investigators.
Four Australian universities, CSIRO, eight industry partner organisations, and leading international catalysis centres in the UK and Germany.
Whether you're a prospective PhD student, an industry partner, or a researcher looking to collaborate — we'd love to hear from you.