Iain Burns

Dr. Iain Burns is a Senior Lecturer in Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. His research focuses on developing optical techniques for characterizing reacting flows, including laser-induced fluorescence, cavity ring-down spectroscopy, and laser-induced incandescence. He investigates soot formation in combustion processes to address climate impact and emission reduction challenges. His work spans industrial applications in energy and advanced manufacturing, with a keen interest in collaborative partnerships.

Education:

• MEng Chemical Engineering, University of Strathclyde
• PhD Chemical Engineering, University of Cambridge

Research Interests:

• Development of custom measurement techniques for harsh environments
• Temperature and trace gas concentration measurements
• Soot and particulate analysis in combustion systems

Teaching:

• Mass transfer and adsorption processes for Year 3 students
• Process measurements for final-year MEng students
• Supervision of research projects and design courses

Grants & Projects:

• LITECS: Laser Imaging of Turbine Engine Combustion Species (EPSRC Programme Grant, 2020–2026)
• CIDAR: Combustion Species Imaging Diagnostics for Aero-engine Research (2018–2021)
• Doctoral Training Partnership (2022–2025)

Labs & Equipment:

• Lavision Camera and Nanostar ICCD Camera systems
• High-power pulsed lasers and diode laser setups