Research partner
Monash University
Hydro2050 engages with researchers in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and with Dr Arash Zamyadi on algal bloom mitigation and water quality.
The department, the researcher and the work
The department
Monash University's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is internationally recognised, and its research addresses healthy waterways, sustainable water infrastructure, climate resilience and environmental engineering.
Who leads the engagement
A key area of engagement is research led by Dr Arash Zamyadi, Senior Lecturer in Water Engineering.
His research covers water and wastewater treatment, public health, climate impacts on water systems, harmful algal blooms, cyanobacteria, water reuse, and technologies that improve water quality outcomes. His work is recognised for translating scientific discoveries into practical water industry solutions.
What the collaboration covers
Hydro2050 supports knowledge development in algal bloom mitigation and water quality improvement through engagement with researchers and student projects, including honours-level investigations into cyanobacteria and harmful algal bloom management.
Where it sits in the validation chain
Aeration efficiency, process optimisation, biological treatment enhancement, emerging contaminant management and sustainable circular water systems are established areas of investigation within both the Monash University and the Adelaide University research programs, and within other leading international water research universities.
Dr Zamyadi is also one of the researchers whose published work on cyanobacteria, harmful algal blooms and treatment optimisation underpins the scientific case set out on the research page.
The other three partners
Adelaide University and UNSW.
Advanced oxidation and PFAS at Adelaide University's SIRM, and cyanobacterial toxin oxidation at UNSW.