Joseph Stokes

Professor Joseph Stokes is a distinguished academic in Surface Engineering at Dublin City University's School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering. He served as DCU's Dean of Graduate Studies (2017–2024) and previously as Head of his School (2012–2017). He holds a BA/BAI from Trinity College Dublin (1997) and a PhD from DCU (2002). His career includes part-time lecturing at TU Dublin (1998–2000) before joining DCU full-time.

Research Interests: Surface Engineering, Thermal Spraying (HVOF, Plasma Spray), Bioenergy (biogas/bio-oil), Powder Processing, Design of Experiments, and Manufacturing Processes. Key contributions include coatings for hip implants and oil/gas industry, bio-coatings, and biomass energy applications. Collaborates with the Future Applied Science & Technology Institute and the Centre for Medical Engineering Research.

Publications span thermal spray technologies, bioenergy optimization, and anaerobic digestion processes. Notable works include advancements in WC-Co coatings for wear resistance and biodegradable polymer materials.

Grants/Awards: Extensive contributions to national doctoral education frameworks in Ireland and Europe. No explicit awards listed, but leadership roles highlight recognition.

Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams focusing on bioenergy and advanced materials. Supervises research in thermal spray applications and sustainable manufacturing.