Brian Freeland

Assoc. Prof Brian Freeland is a key academic in the School of Biotechnology at Dublin City University (DCU), specializing in Bioprocess Engineering. He completed his PhD in 2020 focusing on process control and optimization in nanomaterials.

• Mechatronic Engineering (2005)
• MSc in Mechanical with Bioprocessing Engineering (2009)
• PhD (2020)

His research integrates Process Analytical Technology (PAT) with bioprocessing and nanofabrication, utilizing tools like:

• On-line spectroscopy
• Biocalorimetry
• Gas analysis
• Soft-sensors and ANNs

Key projects include:

• Grain-4-Lab (Co-Lead) - Circular bioeconomy
• SERKEL.bio (Lead)
• Principal Investigator roles at Life Science Institute, Irish Water Institute, and Advanced Processing Technology Research Centre

  Recent publications focus on:

  • Silver nano-inks for antimicrobial food packaging
  • Laser ablation synthesis in solution (LASiS)
  • Nano-silver colloids under laminar flow
  • Calorimetry-based bioprocess control
  • Functionalization of silicon nanoparticles

  Teaching interests span bioprocess control, automation, and PAT tools, coordinating modules like Bioreactor Design and Transport Processes. Supervises PhD students in yeast bioprocessing and nanomaterials.