News Caption 1: Research Group Publishes Landmark Studies on Indoor Air Quality and Nitrate Reduction Using Perovskites
The research group has recently made significant contributions to the scientific community with the publication of two groundbreaking articles. The first, titled “Distribution, Correlations, and Risk Evaluation of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals from Indoor Aerosols within Universities in Nigeria,” explores the prevalence and risks associated with harmful chemicals in indoor air.
For more information, please visit: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsestair.4c00049
News Caption 2: A Review Article
This review article is on “Perovskite Oxides: Syntheses and Perspectives on Their Application for Nitrate Reduction”. It delves into the use of Perovskite oxides as innovative materials for environmental remediation, specifically for nitrate reduction in water. This study provides important advancements in understanding the synthesis and nitrate reduction potentials of Perovskite oxides. Details can be found at https://doi.org/10.1021/acsomega.4c01487
News Caption 3: Dr. Moses Alfred Joins Global Science Policy Discussion at the International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA) 2024 in Kigali
Dr. Moses Alfred, a distinguished faculty member of ACEWATER, recently participated in the INGSA 2024 conference held in Kigali, Rwanda. The event went beyond mere discussions, actively shaping the intersection of science and policy. The diverse perspectives of panelists contributed to fostering a global understanding of this crucial nexus. The conference had a significant impact, sparking inclusive solutions and strategies to address shared challenges across continents.
News Caption 4: ACEWATER Student at University of Innsbruck, Mondsee, Austria
In October 2023, Mrs. Kemi Taylor, a PhD student, conducted research at the University of Innsbruck, Mondsee, Austria, focusing on monitoring cyanobacteria and cyanotoxins in drinking water, with a focus, on Nigerian samples. The experience was enriching, providing valuable insights and practical skills in evaluating these contaminants. Overall, the research trip significantly enhanced Mrs Taylor’s understanding of monitoring cyanobacteria and cyanotoxins in drinking water, offering essential tools for safeguarding water quality, particularly in regions like Nigeria. The trip was funded by a grant from the African-UniNet project won by faculty members in ACEWATER.
News Caption 5: ACEWATER Student at Institute of Chemistry, University of Potsdam, Germany
Mr Gentle Akinnuoye, another PhD student from ACEWATER, was in Germany for 50 days on account of a Alexander Von Humboldt collaborative research grant between the Director, Professor Unuabonah Emmanuel and Professor Taubert Andreas aimed at developing photocatalytic materials that can release long-lived reactive oxygen species (ROS) for mineralization of antibiotic contaminants in drinking water which are considered a threat to public health by the World Health Organization.
News caption 6: Two Female ACEWATER Doctoral Students Win AGNES Research Fellowship Grant.
Two of our PhD students from ACEWATER, Miss Dolapo Bamigboye and Miss Esther Amaka Nnamani, have been awarded the prestigious 2023 African German Network of Excellence in Science (AGNES) Junior Researcher Category. Miss Dolapo visited Prof Titus Msagati’s Laboratory at the University of South Africa (UNISA), South Africa while Miss Esther visited Prof Philiswa Nomngongo’s laboratory at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. This opportunity marks a significant milestone in their academic journey and underscores ACEWATER’s commitment to fostering excellence and collaboration in scientific endeavours.
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