Microbiome Symposium at Monash University 7th November, 2025

Microbiome sciences at Monash University

The Microbiome at Monash Symposium is a one-day event dedicated to bringing together reserchers from across the university who share an interest in microbiome sciences. Its mission is to showcase ongoing research and foster interdisciplinary dialogue, catalysing new collaborations that will strengthen Monash’s leadership in microbiome discovery and innovation now and into the future.



Organising committee

member portrait Chris Greening Monash University, Department of Microbiology
member portrait Andre Mu Monash University, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
member portrait Rikeish Muralitharan Monash University, Department of Pharmacology; Victorian Heart Institute
member portrait Francesco Ricci Monash University, Department of Microbiology
member portrait CK Yao Monash University, Department of Gastroenterology; Alfred Hospital

Keynote Speakers

Professor Madeleine van Oppen FAA https: www.aims.gov.au about our-people prof-madeleine-van-oppen br Australian Institute of Marine Sciences br School of BioSciences, the University of Melbourne br Madeleine van Oppen is a world-leading marine molecular ecologist recognised for pioneering the field of assisted evolution of corals, a transformative approach aimed at enhancing coral resilience to climate change-driven heatwaves and bleaching events. Her research focuses on microbial symbioses, coral adaptation, and reef restoration, with innovations in bioengineering technqiues that accelerate coral acclimatisation and adaptation. Van Oppen s work has been pivotal in shaping global coral conservation efforts and is widely used by research institutions worldwide. Her research has led to over 290 peer-reviewed articles, books and book chpaters.
Professor Madeleine van Oppen FAA
Australian Institute of Marine Sciences
School of BioSciences, the University of Melbourne
Madeleine van Oppen is a world-leading marine molecular ecologist recognised for pioneering the field of assisted evolution of corals, a transformative approach aimed at enhancing coral resilience to climate change-driven heatwaves and bleaching events. Her research focuses on microbial symbioses, coral adaptation, and reef restoration, with innovations in bioengineering technqiues that accelerate coral acclimatisation and adaptation. Van Oppen’s work has been pivotal in shaping global coral conservation efforts and is widely used by research institutions worldwide. Her research has led to over 290 peer-reviewed articles, books and book chpaters.
Professor Benjamin Marsland https: research.monash.edu en persons benjamin-marsland br Monash University br Department of Immunology and Pathology
Professor Benjamin Marsland
Monash University
Department of Immunology and Pathology