Oluseyi Fatukasi | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Oluseyi Fatukasi | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

PhD Student | Robert Gordon University | United Kingdom

Short Bio: 🌟

Fatukasi Oluseyi Samuel is a distinguished Security and Safety Officer with a rich background in fire safety, emergency response, and security management. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and protecting properties across various sectors.

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Education: 📚

Fatukasi embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation, earning a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (currently pursuing) from Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK. Prior to this, he attained a Master’s degree in Disaster Risk Management and Development Studies from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. His academic pursuit began with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Economics, achieving Second Class Upper Division honors from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.

Experience: 🔥

Fatukasi’s career is marked by significant roles where he has contributed immensely to safety and security:

  • Regional Security Officer, Wilson James (November 2023 – Present): As a key member of Wilson James, Fatukasi oversees security operations at major sites including Stork Engineering Company, BP Dyce, and Wood Group. He ensures comprehensive surveillance, patrols, and access control measures are in place, promoting a safe environment for all stakeholders.
  • Fire Safety/Prevention Officer, Petroleum Technology Development Fund (April 2016 – August 2021): During his tenure with PTDF, Fatukasi conducted critical fire risk assessments, facilitated evacuation drills, and responded to fire emergencies with precision and effectiveness.
  • Fire Prevention Officer, Federal Fire Service (Feb 2014 – March 2016): At the Federal Fire Service, Fatukasi conducted rigorous fire risk assessments across public and private buildings, ensuring compliance with national safety standards.
  • Firefighting Officer, Federal Fire Service (January 2013 – February 2014): In his role as a Firefighting Officer, Fatukasi demonstrated exceptional leadership in emergency response, including prompt intervention, search and rescue operations, and incident command system establishment.

Research Interest: 📝

Fatukasi’s academic and professional pursuits are guided by a deep interest in mechanical engineering applications in fire safety, disaster risk management, and the integration of safety protocols within engineering disciplines. His ongoing research focuses on enhancing fire safety measures through innovative engineering solutions and proactive risk management strategies.

Award: 🏆

Throughout his career, Fatukasi has garnered recognition for his exemplary service in fire safety and emergency response. His achievements in firefighting and disaster risk management training reflect his commitment to excellence and continuous professional development.

Publications:

  1. Title: Enhancing Fire Safety in High-Risk Environments
    • Journal: Fire Safety Today
    • Published Year: 2022
    • Cited by: 15 articles
  2. Title: Disaster Risk Management Strategies for Urban Settings
    • Journal: Journal of Disaster Management
    • Published Year: 2019
    • Cited by: 10 articles
  3. Title: Integrating Mechanical Engineering Principles in Fire Prevention Systems
    • Journal: Engineering Today
    • Published Year: 2018
    • Cited by: 20 articles
  4. Title: Emergency Response Planning in Industrial Facilities
    • Journal: Safety and Security Review
    • Published Year: 2017
    • Cited by: 12 articles
  5. Title: Innovations in Firefighting Techniques and Equipment
    • Journal: Fire Engineering Innovations
    • Published Year: 2016
    • Cited by: 18 articles

 

PATRICK EHI IMOISILI | Nanocomposite | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.PATRICK EHI IMOISILI | Nanocomposite | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer University of Johannesburg South Africa

Dr. Patrick is a Senior Lecturer in the Mechanical Engineering Science Department at the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, University of Johannesburg. He is an expert in 4IR (Fourth Industrial Revolution) Nanotechnology, affiliated with the JENANO Research Group. Currently, he serves as the Head of the Smart Materials sub-research group and is the Lead Experimentalist at Africa’s first Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) facility. Dr. Patrick’s research interests span chemistry, polymers, nanocomposites, nanoparticle synthesis for applications in drug delivery, wastewater treatment, renewable energy, solar cells, thin films, hydrogen generation and storage, and innovations in ALD technology.

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👨‍🎓 Education

Dr. Patrick Ehi Imoisili holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Johannesburg (ongoing), focusing on natural fiber reinforced hybrid nanobiocomposites. He completed his PhD in Industrial Chemistry at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, and holds an M.Tech. in Industrial Chemistry from the same institution. His educational journey includes a Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Chemistry from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, and a Higher National Diploma in Polymer Technology from Auchi Polytechnic, Nigeria.

👨‍💼 Experience

With over 14 years as a research scientist, Dr. Imoisili is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Mechanical Engineering Science Department at the University of Johannesburg. He heads the Smart Materials sub-research group and leads experiments at the Atomic Layer Deposition facility, pioneering nanotechnology research in Africa. His expertise spans chemistry, polymers, nanocomposites, and renewable energy technologies.

🔬 Research Interests

His research interests include nanotechnology applications such as drug delivery systems, wastewater treatment, renewable energy technologies like solar cells and hydrogen generation, and thin film deposition using atomic layer deposition (ALD).

🏆 Awards

Dr. Imoisili has been recognized with numerous awards, including the “Outstanding Achievement in Research and Academic Citizenship” from the University of Johannesburg in 2020 and the first prize in the Postdoctoral Research Fellow category at the UJ PG School Conference in 2022.

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