Our researchers combine chemistry and microbiology to design novel 100% compostable bioplastics.
Deliverables and outcomes
From scientific experts, industry leaders and our PhD students, each person brings a unique set of skills. Working across three main areas, we are:
- Formulating 100% compostable bioplastics using organic waste.
- Looking at the degradation of existing plastics and their impact on the environment.
- Researching how insects can play a part in eliminating plastic waste.
Research groups
The BIH works in collaboration with CSIRO and industry partners, most notably:
- Australian Government – Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
- Adarsh Australia
- Adarsh Fibre
- Bangor University, UK
- CASS Materials
- Ecopha
- Future Drought Fund
| - Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC)
- Grower Group Alliance
- Naresuan University, Thailand
- SoilsWest
- South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub
- Sparc Technologies
- WA Agricultural Research Collaboration
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Collaborative research and innovation with our partners will see us on track to develop and deliver 100% compostable bioplastics.
Key researchers
Professor Daniel Murphy
BIH Centre Director and Biochemist
Professor Daniel Murphy
BIH Centre Director and Biochemist
Professor Daniel Murphy is a distinguished microbiologist and biochemist serving as the Director of the Bioplastics Innovation Hub at Murdoch University. In this role, he leads pioneering research focused on developing 100% compostable bioplastics as sustainable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based plastics. Under Professor Murphy's guidance, the Hub collaborates with CSIRO and industry partners to innovate in the field of biodegradable polymers.
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Associate Professor Fran Hoyle
Community engagement
Associate Professor Fran Hoyle
Community engagement
With a strong focus on science communication, Fran leads the development of our eBooks on plastics.
Dr Alex Gulizia
Polymer chemist
Dr Alex Gulizia
Polymer chemist
Leading the polymer chemistry team in the research of novel biopolymer materials for applications through chemical modification and functionalisation.
