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Professor David Beattie is a Research Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of South Australia, specifically affiliated with the Future Industries Institute within UniSA STEM. His work spans multiple disciplines with a focus on interfacial phenomena, surface science, and colloid chemistry. He maintains an active research program with publications spanning from mineral processing to food science applications.
Dr. Beattie's research interests center around interfacial science, particularly examining phenomena at oil-water interfaces, surface hydrophilicity, and crystallization processes. His work has significant applications in food science (particularly regarding anthocyanin stability), mineral processing, and polymer science. He employs advanced analytical techniques including X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), atomic force microscopy (AFM), quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D), and tensiometry to investigate surface phenomena at the molecular level.
His recent publications demonstrate a shift toward more interdisciplinary work, connecting traditional physical chemistry with food science and advanced polymer applications. Notably, his 2024-2025 publications explore anthocyanin stability in solid state and multi-stimuli responsive polymers based on flavylium chemistry, showing how his expertise in interfacial science applies to diverse fields.
As a Research Degree Supervisor at UniSA, he mentors graduate students in physical chemistry and related fields, with his laboratory work focusing on surface interactions and soft matter. His research has been supported by ARC grants including CE200100009 and LP160100826, as well as industry partnerships with organizations like Fonterra.
