UnderWater World currently works collaboratively with a number of organisations.
Queensland University
Banded Bamboo Shark Research: Blake Harahush; Sensory development in Banded bamboo sharks.
Grey Nurse Shark pattern recognition research: Carley Bansemer; Looking at ways to identify Grey Nurse without using any invasive techniques.
Sunshine Coast University
Nudibranch Research: Takeshi Furuhashi; Larval development in Dermatobrancus sp
Griffith University
Epaulette Shark breeding and blood work; Identifying novel genetic cardio-protective pathways in the Epaulette shark.
Monash University
Associated GNS breeding Research: Johnathin Daly, Melbourne Aquarium.