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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.
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):
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
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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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
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In-vitro Evaluation of Solution Pressurised Metered Dose Inhaler Sprays with Low-GWP Propellants
Duke, D. J., Rao, L., Myatt, B., Cocks, P., Stein, S., Marasini, N., Ong, H. X. & Young, P., Feb 2025, In: Pharmaceutical Research. 42, p. 385-400 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access3 Citations (Scopus) -
The influence of dissolved gas on the cavitation dynamics within a round nozzle
Gunasekera, S. & Duke, D., Dec 2025, In: International Journal of Multiphase Flow. 193, 10 p., 105390.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access1 Citation (Scopus) -
The Role of Low Global Warming Potential Propellants on Suspension Metered Dose Inhaler Sprays
Duke, D. J., Rao, L., Myatt, B., Cocks, P., Stein, S., Ong, H. X. & Young, P., 2 Jun 2025, In: AAPS PharmSciTech. 26, 5, 14 p., 154.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access2 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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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
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Suresonix Pty Ltd (External organisation)
Duke, D. (Member) & Lawe Davies, J. (Participant)
16 Sept 2024 → 31 Dec 2024Activity: Industry, Government and Philanthropy Engagement and Partnerships › Consultancy
Press/Media
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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