My principal research activities lie in the field of polydisperse multiphase systems, particularly fluid-solid systems. I have a strong track record in the area of fluidization, but I have expanded my research interests towards other challenging areas of academic and industrial relevance, particularly crystallization and nanoparticle synthesis. My research is both theoretical and experimental, and relies on advanced mathematical modelling and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). I use these to gain insight into the behavior of the systems and processes investigated, to guide experimental campaigns, to design and optimize process equipment, and to better understand and interpret experimental findings. My modelling and CFD work has permitted me to establish various academic and industrial collaborations (GSK, Eli Lilly), offering me the opportunity to broaden my research to entirely new fields and areas of application, such as the mixing of non-Newtonian fluids for the manufacturing of oral health products and the fluid dynamics of particulate matter in the built environment for domestic and heritage applications.