Matthew Currell

Matthew Currell is an Adjunct Professor at RMIT University's School of Engineering. His expertise lies in hydrogeology and geochemistry, with a focus on groundwater sustainability, environmental management in arid regions, and contaminant fate/transport. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed articles and edited a book, while serving on editorial boards like the Hydrogeology Journal. Currently, he coordinates courses (CIVE1184, CIVE1122) and manages the Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) program.

• Key roles: Program Manager for Environmental Engineering, STEM Ngulu Committee member, and Reconciliation Facilitator
• Collaborations: Melbourne Water Corp, EPA Victoria, Chinese Academy of Sciences, ANSTO
• Expertise areas: Groundwater tracers, climate-land-use impacts, Great Artesian Basin advisory work

He serves on national/international committees including the Great Artesian Basin Stakeholder Advisory Committee and the IAH Early Career Hydrogeologists' Network. His research integrates fieldwork with regulators and industry partners in Australia, China, and other arid regions.