Dr. David Bryant

David Bryant is an Associate Professor in Automotive Engineering at the University of Bradford and former Head of the Department of Mechanical and Energy Systems Engineering. He holds an MEng (Hons) in Automotive Engineering from the University of Leeds and a PhD from the University of Huddersfield. Prior to joining the University of Bradford in 2012, he held academic positions as Lecturer and Senior Lecturer at the University of Huddersfield.

Dr Bryant’s research focuses on vehicle brakes and braking systems, with particular expertise in noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) and braking instabilities. Supported by sustained funding from automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), his work has received international recognition through the publication of peer‑reviewed journal articles and conference papers. His research has led to direct impacts on vehicle design and production, contributing to improved understanding and mitigation of complex braking phenomena.

His knowledge‑transfer activities include leading the renowned Braking of Road Vehicles short course for industry. He is actively involved with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), currently serving as Vice Chair 2 of the Automobile Division, Vice Chair of the Automobile Division Event Programme Committee, and Immediate Past Chair of the IMechE Automobile Division Yorkshire Centre.