The ARC Centre of Excellence in Exciton Science enables Australia to capitalise on rapidly growing demand for renewable energy and energy efficient technologies. The Centre’s research will position Australia at the leading edge of global industries in:
Exciton Science is a collaboration between world-class academia and industry. Our researchers are based across five of Australia’s top universities; the University of Melbourne, Monash University, RMIT University, the University of Sydney, and UNSW Sydney.
Our Industry Partners are Australia’s national science agency CSIRO, the Reserve Bank of Australia, and Defence Science and Technology Group. We work with international partners at Chongqing Institute of Green and Intelligent Technology – Chinese Academy of Sciences, University of California, Universität Bayreuth, and Shandong University.
The Centre produces job-ready, highly skilled and in-demand members of the workforce in fields ranging from renewable energy, manufacturing and chemical synthesis to engineering and specialist consultancy and analysis. This is achieved through rigorous training, personal development, professional capacity enhancement and the facilitation of targeted networking.
We take seriously our responsibility to connect with all Australians about the value and substance of our work. Exciton Science’s dynamic outreach program engages the public on issues of importance to them and inspires kids - the scientists of the future - at all levels of education. The Centre’s compelling media and communications content delivers accessible narratives to audiences in Australia and around the world, through digital, social and traditional media outlets.
Exciton Science is expanding our understanding of how photons interact with advanced molecular materials to improve the way light energy is controlled and used.
We leverage this enhanced understanding to create new materials for solar energy conversion, high efficiency lighting, rapid response chemical sensors and optical security features for currency and documentation.
The critical mass of expertise, resources and industry connections achieved by Exciton Science will help Australia to become a world-leader in these fields and contribute impactfully in the transition to a sustainable energy future.