Kim Dowling

Professor Kim Dowling is the Head of Department and Associate Dean of Applied Chemistry & Environmental Science at RMIT University's School of Science. Their research focuses on interdisciplinary topics such as food sciences, chemical engineering, and environmental chemistry. Key areas include microencapsulation of omega-3 oils, weed management, and environmental geochemistry. Professor Dowling actively supervises postgraduate research on topics like uranium biotransformation, rare earth element potential in syenite rocks, and nanoplastics' environmental impacts. Their work bridges academic research with practical applications in agriculture, public health, and sustainable technologies.

Research interests span Food Sciences, Nutrition and Dietetics, Chemical Engineering, and Macromolecular and Materials Chemistry. Recent projects address global challenges such as arsenic mobility in groundwater, fluoride exposure in food crops, and invasive species management. Publications highlight innovations in encapsulation technologies for probiotics and oils, alongside environmental risk assessments in mining-affected regions.

Professor Dowling is open to supervising Masters and PhD students in areas like biotransformation mechanisms, mineralogical studies, and environmental nanoplastics. Their work aligns with RMIT's commitment to sustainability and community health, with a focus on translating scientific findings into actionable solutions.