School of Molecular Sciences
From atomic interactions to complex biological systems
UWA’s School of Molecular Sciences educates the leaders of tomorrow and generates translatable, practical solutions to key global problems in chemical sciences, molecular plant sciences, medicine and health, and future materials.
Research and education in the School spans the fields of chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, molecular genetics, ’omics, nanotechnology, molecular materials, computation, synthetic biology and systems biology. Our work supports important collaborations with international partners, industry, hospitals and community stakeholders, generating high quality publications, patents and spin-out companies.
Based in UWA’s iconic Bayliss Building, the School supports a vibrant, multidisciplinary community pursuing high-quality research-led education and industry engagement. Our undergraduate programs provide world-class training in fundamental science, framed in terms of applied problem solving and transferrable skillets, whilst our honours, masters and PhD level programs prepare you for exciting opportunities in and beyond the chemical and biomolecular sciences.
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Our research
We offer research opportunities across all areas of molecular science, including chemistry, biochemistry and molecular biology, molecular genetics and nanotechnology.
Biochemistry and molecular genetics
The biochemistry and molecular genetics research group focuses on understanding the molecular basis of life, and the complex molecular processes of living organisms.
Chemistry
The Chemistry research group focuses on the synthesis and study of molecules, from the simplest diatomics to polymers and biological machines, and their interactions.
Multidisciplinary research hubs
The School of Molecular Sciences is home to internationally recognised research centres and initiatives. Our chemical and molecular research lay the foundation for high-impact science aimed at solving the challenges of the modern world.
Courses
Industry and community partnerships
Family Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation
The Family Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation was founded in 2013 and is the only foundation worldwide with a prime focus on promoting and supporting human milk and breastfeeding. Based in Zug, Switzerland, it is an independent, charitable organisation founded in an effort to fulfil the family's vision of a world in which every child is granted an optimum start in life through the benefits of human milk.
Find out moreThe Bayliss Building
The Bayliss Building provides outstanding research facilities for its staff including fully appointed chemistry and molecular biology research labs, first-class teaching facilities and the following major equipment platforms:
Current projects
Join us
Our students and staff are essential to the School’s ongoing success. We provide access to high-quality training through honours and master’s programs (see above under Courses). Prospective PhD students, postdoctoral fellows or staff members should contact us or view the links below.
News
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Thu, 12 Mar 2020New clues in understanding how to prevent food allergies by breastfeeding
Mon, 20 Jan 2020Study reveals breastfeeding could protect babies from malaria
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School of Human Sciences
The School of Human Sciences applies a broad, interdisciplinary approach to understanding human function and how it adapts to change and challenges.
School of Biological Sciences
The School of Biological Sciences is advancing our understanding of the Earth’s living organisms and creating sustainable futures through conservation.
Biochemistry and molecular genetics
The biochemistry and molecular genetics research group focuses on understanding the molecular basis of life, and the complex molecular processes of living organisms.
Chemistry
The Chemistry research group focuses on the synthesis and study of molecules, from the simplest diatomics to polymers and biological machines, and their interactions.