Victoria University has a number of post-graduate research opportunities.
Engineered Packaging and Distribution Research Group
Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia has been involved in packaging-related research since 1989. The Engineered Packaging and Distribution Research Group (
https://www.vu.edu.au/research/institute-for-sustainable-industries-liveable-cities/engineering-science-research/engineered-packaging-distribution) at Victoria University has a number of post-graduate research opportunities.
Research Scholarships available for exceptional international candidates. The Graduate research scholarships (subject to a competitive application process ) include tuition fees as well as a living allowance (stipend) of AU$28,200 (2020 rate) per year. Research projects within the Research Group include:
- Statistical models for the characterisation of distribution vibrations and shocks
- Statistical approach for the analysis and simulation of transport vibrations and shocks
- Development of inexpensive, effective and biodegradable packaging materials
- Development of techniques for the performance characterisation of environmentally friendly materials
- Development of novel methods for determining the accumulation damage in packaging elements during distribution
- Use of strain mapping (using high-speed digital image correlation) to optimise cushioning systems for impact absorption
- Development of testing facilities to measure biodegradability of packaging materials
- Development of methods of quality assessment of fresh and processed produce
- Development of active and antimicrobial packaging systems
- Study of migration chemicals and nanoparticles from packaging
Please contact Prof. Vincent Rouillard by email (
Vincent.Rouillard@vu.edu.au) if you are interested to apply.