Bas Baskaran

Professor Bas Baskaran is an academic leader at Deakin University's Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment, serving as Pro Vice Chancellor International Research Partnerships and Associate Dean, International and Partnerships. With over 30 years of experience in Australian higher education, he focuses on international academic partnerships and engineering curriculum development.

• Doctor of Philosophy – University of Melbourne
• Master of Engineering – Asian Institute of Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering – University of Peradeniya

His research spans integrated urban/industrial water management, wastewater treatment technologies, and pollution prevention, with expertise in chemical, environmental, and civil engineering. Recent work explores:

• Functionalized biopolymer aerogels for heavy metal removal
• 2D nanosheet-based photocatalysts for wastewater treatment
• Advanced membrane technologies for fouling resistance

Scientific recognition includes:

• 2011 Australian Government's 'Visiting Researchers Program in Thailand'

He has supervised:

• 6 PhD graduates (e.g., Deepak Mallya, Sara Abdi Kheibari)
• Several Master's students (e.g., Geoff Verhoef, Joanne Puckett)

Leadership roles:

• Pro Vice Chancellor International Research Partnerships (2020–present)
• Head of School – School of Engineering (2009–2010)
• Deputy Dean – Faculty of Science and Technology (2006–2008)

Grants include:

• $25,000 – Barwon Water (2023)
• $258,822 – Smart Water Fund (2006–2008)
• $230,865 – Geoffrey Gardiner Dairy Foundation Ltd (2003–2007)