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Peter Gostomski is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Canterbury's Faculty of Engineering, where he has served since 1998. His research specializes in bioprocess engineering, with a focus on microbial biofilm systems, biofiltration, biotrickling reactors, and environmental biotechnology for degrading pollutants (e.g., methane, toluene) or producing resources (e.g., microbial protein). Key projects investigate hydrodynamic/biological fundamentals of bioreactors, metabolic uncoupling, and applications of next-generation sequencing in microbial ecology.
His research spans Bioprocessing, Bioproduction, Bioproducts, and Environmental Engineering, emphasizing real-world solutions for waste treatment and resource recovery. Recent publications (2015–2024) reveal a strong focus on optimizing biofilters using RNA-stable isotope probing, metabolic uncouplers for biomass control, and methane-driven denitrification systems. These works advance reactor design, microbial community analysis, and pollution mitigation strategies.
He has received significant recognition, including:
- Hanson Medal (2016) for outstanding journal publications
- John A. Brodie Medal (2016) for conference contributions
- Fellowship of IPENZ (2014) for engineering advancements
- Fellowship of IChemE (2007) for educational leadership
Professor Gostomski actively advises graduate students, with current projects covering methane sensors, aerosol nutrient delivery, microbial fuel cells, and astaxanthin extraction. He also leads professional initiatives as Vice Chair of IChemE's Education Subcommittee and collaborates globally through the Matariki Network. His Erskine Grant fellowship involved research at UC-Davis, Idaho National Lab, and Lehigh University.
