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Biography
Daniel's area of research is turbulent multi-phase fluid flows. He specialises in the development and application of synchrotron x-ray diagnostics, optical diagnostics, and high performance computing tools for studying these problems. His current work concerns the development of synchrotron diagnostics for the study of cavitation, liquid atomisation and particle formation in medical sprays. He is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at Monash University (Clayton Campus) where he leads two active ARC Projects. Daniel is a former ARC DECRA Fellow and a Fulbright Scholar. He received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Monash in 2013.
External positions
Postdoctoral Appointee, Argonne National Laboratory
29 Jan 2014 → 28 Feb 2017
Visiting Scholar, Argonne National Laboratory
20 Jul 2011 → 20 Mar 2013
Research area keywords
- Fluid mechanics
- Atomization
- Synchrotron Radiation
- Aerosol
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 13 Climate Action
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Engineering optimal particle maturation in multicomponent sprays
Duke, D. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Ong, H. X. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Traini, D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Myatt, B. J. (Partner Investigator (PI)) & Stein, S. (Partner Investigator (PI))
24/03/25 → 23/03/28
Project: Research
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Carbon in a Bubble: Cavitation in Ionic Liquids
Duke, D. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Battistoni, M. (Partner Investigator (PI))
ARC - Australian Research Council
26/04/23 → 25/04/26
Project: Research
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Enabling precise droplet control in hydrofluorocarbon free sprays
Duke, D. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Honnery, D. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Young, P. M. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Stein, S. (Partner Investigator (PI)), Myatt, B. J. (Partner Investigator (PI)) & Gavtash, B. (Partner Investigator (PI))
2/06/21 → 16/07/24
Project: Research
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Engineering an environmentally-friendly metered dose inhaler
Duke, D. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Schmidt, D. (Partner Investigator (PI))
19/12/20 → 18/12/23
Project: Research
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CFD Simulation of Metered Dose Inhaler Sprays
Duke, D. J., Kastengren, A. L. & Schmidt, D., 2026, Proceedings of ILASS-Americas 2026. San Fransisco CA USA: Institute for Liquid Atomization and Spray Systems, 8 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Paper › Other
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Development and in vitro evaluation of solution-based pressurized metered-dose inhaler formulations using green propellants
Marasini, N., Rao, R., Duke, D., Myatt, B., Cocks, P., Stein, S. W., Traini, D., Young, P. & Ong, H. X., Feb 2026, In: Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. 78, 2, 11 p., rgag005.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Large eddy simulation of metered dose inhaler sprays with low-GWP propellants
Duke, D. J., Kastengren, A. & Schmidt, D., Jun 2026, In: International Journal of Heat and Fluid Flow. 120, 10 p., 110343.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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A study on cavitating flows with contaminant gas dissolved in the liquid
Battistoni, M., Del Santo, N., Duke, D. J. & Gunasekera, S., 2025, Proceedings of ILASS Europe 2025, 33rd Conference on Liquid Atomization & Spray Systems. Lund Sweden: Institute for Liquid Atomization and Spray Systems, 10 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Paper › Other
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Experimental investigation of flash-boiling ethanol-R-152a sprays
Guilherme, I. F. & Duke, D. J., Oct 2025, In: International Journal of Multiphase Flow. 191, 10 p., 105329.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access2 Link opens in a new tab Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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Argonne National Laboratory "Pace Setter" Award
Duke, D. (Recipient), 1 Jan 2016
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Best Speaker Award - 27th European Conference on Liquid Atomization and Spray Systems
Duke, D. (Recipient), 7 Sept 2016
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Activities
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Cavitation in Spray Nozzles – Progress and Challenges
Duke, D. (Contributor)
22 Apr 2026Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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Australian Rocketry Systems Training Network & Australian Youth Aerospace Association Student Rocketry Forum
Duke, D. (Organiser)
28 Sept 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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Undergraduate Deputy Director - Australian Rocketry Systems Training Network
Duke, D. (Fellow)
1 May 2025 → 1 May 2028Activity: External Academic Engagement › External research organisation, centre or institute
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Woolcock Institute of Medical Research seminar series
Duke, D. (Organiser)
23 May 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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Invited Thermofluids/AMME Research Seminar, ''Engineering an environmentally-friendly metered dose inhaler'
Duke, D. (Contributor)
30 Sept 2025Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
Press/Media
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ABC No One Saw It Coming: Hairspray, Cigarettes and the Wild History of the Asthma Puffer
4/11/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Blogs, Podcasts and Social Media › Podcasts
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Optimizing Low GWP pMDI Sprays for Enhanced Performance & Sustainability
Duke, D. & Myatt, B.
14/11/23 → 2/05/24
2 Media contributions
Press/Media: Public Engagement Activities
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Clear air: Monash research to reduce carbon footprint of asthma inhalers
10/01/20
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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ANSTO Press Release: What do you know about spray formation?
12/06/12
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment