Research
Biosystems Engineers are at the forefront of the search for practical solutions to global problems.
Our Research
The research team in Biosystems and Food Engineering at University College Dublin are actively researching a wide diversity of topics including the following:
- Sustainable Energy
- Sustainable Agriculture & Soil Resources
- Environmental Technology
- Environmental Modelling
- Environmental Risk Assessment
- Imaging and Computer Vision
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Risk Assessment and Traceability
- Food Processing
- Process Analytical Technology
If you would like to join our Research team check the Research Vacancies link below.
Research Impact Case Studies
- Engineering Solutions to Offset Waste Problems
- Getting up close with chemistry – new perspectives on life’s interactions
- A fresh look at freezing foods: new technology to preserve nutrients
- Accounting for Environmental Impact in the Bioeconomy
- Shining the Food Safety Spotlight on Viral Contamination in Food
- New Approaches to Plasma Therapy may Improve Medical Implant Outcomes
Biosystems & Food Engineering Research Review
Our Annual Research Review describes the ongoing research programme within the School. You can download recent editions of the Review here:
- 2021 Biosystems & Food Eng Research Review 26
- 2020 Biosystems & Food Eng Research Review 25
- 2019 Biosystems & Food Eng Research Review 24
- 2018 Biosystems & Food Eng Research Review 23
You can also download previous editions of the Review from 2009-present here: https://researchrepository.ucd.ie/handle/10197/12349
