Benny Freeman

Benny Freeman is a Professor and Professorial Fellow in the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering at Monash University. His research focuses on membrane science, materials engineering, and sustainable energy systems, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and climate action. He leads the MOF-polymer 3D composites project for liquid organic hydrogen carrier utilization (2021–2025).

Freeman has over 548 research outputs since 1985, with recent work emphasizing hydrogen separation membranes, polymer ion selectivity, and advanced material design. His publications span prestigious journals like Chemistry of Materials, ACS Macro Letters, and Journal of Membrane Science.

• Awards: 2025 Hill Prize in Engineering, 2023 AIChE Braskem Award, U.S. National Academy of Engineering membership (2023)
• Grants/Projects: Active leadership in a $multi-million MOF-polymer composites initiative

His lab develops innovative materials for energy storage and environmental applications, with collaborations spanning global institutions. Freeman's work bridges fundamental polymer science with industrial membrane technologies.