Multidimensional Biomaterials [MB]²
Welcome to the International Research Training Group [MB]² – Multidimensional Biomaterials (GRK 3194), funded by the German Research Foundation (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft – DFG). [MB]² is a joint PhD training programme between the University of Bayreuth (Germany) and three leading Australian universities: The University of Melbourne, Monash University, and Swinburne University of Technology.
Our programme trains the next generation of researchers in cutting-edge biomaterials science, combining materials science, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical science, and life sciences in 10 interdisciplinary tandem PhD projects. PhD students will be implemented in both research environments, both in Bayreuth and in Melbourne. In addition, PhD students can earn a joint doctoral degree from both countries upon spending 12 months at the partner institution.
Key facts
PhD Positions
Two cohorts with 21 funded positions (11 in Bayreuth, 10 in Melbourne) in each cohort, one starting in 2027, the other in 2029
Partner Universities
University of Bayreuth · The University of Melbourne · Monash University · Swinburne University of Technology
Funding Period
February 2027 – January 2032 (5 years)
Funded by
Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG)
Joint Degree
PhD students are enabled to obtain a joint doctoral degree from Germany and Australia
Upcoming Events
Find out the opportunities of [MB]² and get in contact with the principal investigatrs of your favorite research projects.
The World Café takes place on September 15th, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM German time.
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Overview
[MB]² comprises 10 interdisciplinary tandem PhD projects, each jointly supervised by researchers from Bayreuth and Melbourne. The projects are grouped into three topical research areas (TRAs). Each PhD student works in a team of at least two on complementary aspects of the same research question.