Gavin Melles

Dr. Gavin Melles is an Associate Professor at Swinburne University of Technology, affiliated with the Faculty of Business and Law and the Manufacturing Futures Research Institute. He holds roles in the Centre for Design Innovation and the Social and Environmental Sustainability in Organisations (SESIO) Research Group. With a PhD in Education from Deakin University, Melles has extensive international experience, including fellowships at TU Dresden, Edinburgh University, and Linköping University. His research focuses on sustainable design, education systems, and online learning platforms. He has secured over AU$1M in grants, including CRC projects and international fellowships. Melles currently advises PhD students and evaluates grants for the ARC, Singapore MoE, and other bodies.

Education:

• PhD in Education, Deakin University (2004)
• MSc in Sustainable Development, SOAS London (2016)
• Bachelor of Arts, Auckland University (1981)

Research Interests: Designing innovations for sustainability contexts, integrating pedagogical principles into online platforms, and advancing circular economy strategies. His work bridges academia, industry, and government through projects like the CRC for Low Carbon Living.

Grants & Awards: Over AU$1M in HERDC grants, DAAD, SNF, STINT, and GIAN fellowships. Theme leader on circular economy in the Manufacturing Futures Research Institute.