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Dr. Dale McClure serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Chemical Engineering Department within Brunel University London's College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. He joined Brunel in May 2021 after working at the University of Sydney's Centre for Advanced Food Engineering, bringing extensive expertise in industrial biotechnology and bioreactor systems.
His educational background includes a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Sydney (2014) and undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (2010).
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of Sydney (2014)
- Bachelor's degrees in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (2010)
Dr. McClure's research centers on sustainable production of high-value compounds for food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries through industrial biotechnology. He specializes in transforming waste streams into valuable products using microalgae and fermentation systems, with core expertise in bioreactor design, scale-up, and computational modeling. His work integrates computational fluid dynamics with experimental validation to optimize industrial bioprocesses, emphasizing environmental sustainability and commercial viability.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) Sustainable bioproduction of nutraceuticals (omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins) using microalgae, (2) Computational modeling of industrial bioreactors with focus on hydrodynamics and mixing, and (3) Novel environmental applications including PFAS degradation using plasma technology. These publications demonstrate consistent industrial relevance with multiple commercialization outcomes.
His significant scientific recognition includes:
- Science and Innovation Award for Young People in Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry (2018)
- European Society of Biochemical Engineering Bioprocess Engineering Design Prize (2016)
- Australian Postgraduate Award (2011)
- MIPPs Scholarship (2009)
- Multiple Dean's List honors and the Amcor Prize for Chemical Engineering Excellence (2007-2008)
Dr. McClure actively supervises PhD research on sustainable production of high-value compounds using cyanobacteria and vitamin K1, while leading significant industry collaborations that have resulted in commercialized bioprocesses. His teaching portfolio includes module leadership for CL1620 (Introduction to Chemical Engineering), CL2602 (Chemical Engineers Toolbox), and CL3601 (Process Control), where he integrates his industrial experience into curriculum development.
He directs a multidisciplinary research group specializing in computational and experimental bioreactor engineering, with facilities for microalgae cultivation, fermentation, and advanced CFD modeling. The team maintains strong industry partnerships focused on developing scalable, sustainable bioprocesses for high-value compound production.
