David Jenkins is Assistant Professor in Brewing Technology and has a keen interest in yeast, fermentation and beer quality. He has previously led specific research projects into dried yeast, flavour stability and foam. He has contributed to research covering a range of brewing related topics including process optimisation, food safety and New Product Development. During previous roles at SABMiller and the University of Nottingham along with his current position at Heriot Watt University, he has always worked at the interface between academia and industry and as such has significant experience in managing these relationships.