Dr. Victor Cadarso Busto

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Cadarso is a world-leading researcher in applied micro and nanotechnologies, focusing on photonics, micro-optics, microfluidics integration, mechanical systems, and biosensors. He gained his Ph.D. in the Department of Physics at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and was a Marie Curie Fellow from 2009 to 2012, exploring applications of oriented micro-nanotechnologies. Following this, he worked as an Ambizione Fellow at the Paul Scherrer Institute, receiving further training in nanophotonics and sensing applications for lab-on-chip technologies. Since joining Monash University in 2016 as a senior lecturer in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, he became a founding member of the Centre for Impact of Antimicrobial Resistance in 2020. His research is centered on developing advanced fabrication methods and novel micro/nano-systems platforms for biomedical engineering, aiming to prevent metastasis and combat antimicrobial resistance. Dr. Cadarso's contributions lead to the development of new commercial products and patents, demonstrating impactful research in real-world applications. Currently, he leads the Applied Micro Nano-Technology Lab, addressing challenges in biological applications, photonics, micro-optics, and smart surface technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Centre for Impact of Antimicrobial Resistance • Melbourne, Australia

Joined to address challenges in antimicrobial resistance and develop novel technologies.

Senior Lecturer

— Present

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Lectures and conducts research on micro and nanotechnologies.

Fellow

— Present

Paul Scherrer Institute • Switzerland

Focused on training in nanophotonics and lab-on-chip technologies.

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.