Young Scientist Award
Daniel Kwame Oware Asamoah
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana
The Young Scientist Award recognizes emerging researchers whose scholarly work demonstrates developing expertise, methodological relevance, and meaningful engagement with contemporary scientific challenges. Daniel Kwame Oware Asamoah of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is associated with environmental research addressing solid waste operations, environmental noise, wastewater quality, and regulatory compliance. His recent publications examine environmental conditions within urban and institutional settings in Ghana and contribute evidence relevant to sustainable management and public environmental protection.[1]
Abstract
Daniel Kwame Oware Asamoah’s research profile is situated within Environmental Science and reflects an interest in applied environmental assessment. His published work addresses municipal solid waste collection, environmental noise associated with social activities, and the physicochemical, microbial, and heavy-metal characteristics of academic laboratory wastewater. These studies use measurable environmental indicators to support evidence-based discussion of operational practices, exposure conditions, and regulatory compliance.[1][2][3]
Keywords
Environmental Science; solid waste management; environmental noise; wastewater quality; heavy metals; microbial assessment; regulatory compliance; Ghana.
Introduction
Environmental management requires reliable information concerning the generation, movement, monitoring, and control of pollutants. Urban waste services, community noise, and institutional wastewater are interconnected areas in which local evidence can inform planning and environmental governance. The researcher’s work considers these issues within Ghanaian settings and emphasizes the value of systematic environmental characterization.[1]
Research Profile
The research profile combines field-oriented environmental investigation with laboratory-based quality assessment. Topics represented in the publication record include solid waste collection activities in Oforikrom Municipality, noise levels at social events in Kumasi Metropolis, and wastewater characteristics in academic laboratories. The profile is interdisciplinary in application while remaining centered on environmental monitoring and management.[2][3]
Research Contributions
- Assessment of operational activities associated with municipal solid waste collection.
- Evaluation of environmental noise levels at social events within Kumasi Metropolis.
- Characterization of physicochemical, microbial, and heavy-metal indicators in laboratory wastewater.
- Consideration of measured environmental conditions in relation to applicable regulatory standards.
Publications
Research Impact
The available Scopus record lists three documents, one citation, and an h-index of one. These indicators provide a limited quantitative snapshot and should be interpreted alongside research quality, topical relevance, publication context, and the continuing development of the researcher’s academic work. The studies contribute locally grounded evidence that may support future environmental monitoring and management research.[4]
Award Suitability
The Young Scientist Award is suitable for recognizing developing researchers who demonstrate focused scholarly activity and emerging contributions within their discipline. The publication record reflects engagement with practical environmental concerns, including waste services, noise exposure, and wastewater compliance. The work is relevant to the objectives of the International Academic Achievements & Awards program and supports recognition based on research development and academic potential.
Conclusion
Daniel Kwame Oware Asamoah’s research demonstrates an emerging environmental science profile characterized by applied assessment and Ghana-focused investigation. His work addresses measurable environmental conditions across municipal, community, and academic contexts. Recognition through the Young Scientist Award acknowledges the continuing development of this scholarly trajectory and its relevance to environmental quality, management, and evidence-informed practice.
External Links
References
- Springer Nature. (2026). Solid waste collection operation activities in Oforikrom Municipality in the Ashanti Region, Ghana. Discover Environment.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s44274-026-00899-7
- Springer Nature. (2026). Assessing noise levels at social events within Kumasi Metropolis, Ghana. Scientific Reports.
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-61794-y
- Wiley. (2026). Characterization of Physicochemical, Microbial, and Heavy Metal Profiles in Academic Laboratory Wastewater: Compliance With EPA Regulatory Standards. Environmental Quality Management. https://doi.org/10.1002/tqem.70427
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Daniel Kwame Oware Asamoah, Author ID 59929054800. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=59929054800