David Bean

David Bean is a Senior Lecturer in Microbiology and Fermentation Technology at Federation University Australia within the Department of Food and Nutritional Science. He holds a BSc and PhD in relevant fields. His teaching focuses on Microbiology, Food Safety, Food Biotechnology, and Quality Management. Dr. Bean is affiliated with the Institute of Innovation, Science and Sustainability (IISS) and contributes to interdisciplinary research initiatives.

Research Interests:

• Antibiotic resistance mechanisms in bacteria
• Microbial stress responses and survival strategies
• Pathogen contamination in food chains
• Food safety and preservation technologies

His research spans clinical microbiology, food safety, and microbial genetics, with a focus on combating antibiotic resistance and understanding microbial behavior in diverse environments. Recent work includes studies on Acinetobacter baumannii resistance mechanisms and the microbiological safety of low-water activity foods.

Publications highlight contributions to antimicrobial efficacy studies, risk assessment in food processing, and molecular characterization of pathogenic bacteria. His work bridges academic research and practical applications in food technology and public health.