Durban University of Technology, South Africa
Dr. Anietie Okon Etim is a distinguished Chemical Engineer specializing in renewable energy, sustainable fuels, and green catalysis. With a PhD from Durban University of Technology (2018-2022), an MSc from Obafemi Awolowo University (2013-2015), and a BSc from Nnamdi Azikiwe University (2004-2009), he has built a robust academic foundation. His research focuses on biomass conversion, waste recycling, and environmental sustainability. Dr. Etim is a postdoctoral researcher at Durban University of Technology, contributing to clean energy and biomass valorization. He is a member of prestigious organizations like SAICHE, NSE, and WSSET, and has received numerous awards, including the NRF postdoctoral fellowship. A prolific researcher, he has published extensively and presented at international conferences.
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Education 🎓
- PhD Chemical Engineering, Durban University of Technology, South Africa (2018-2022)
- MSc Chemical Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria (2013-2015)
- BSc Chemical Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria (2004-2009)
Dr. Etim’s academic journey reflects his dedication to advancing sustainable energy solutions through innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Experience 💼
- Postdoctoral Researcher, Durban University of Technology (2023–Present): Leading clean energy research, biomass valorization, and co-supervising students.
- Research Assistant, Durban University of Technology (2020–2021): Conducted research on waste cooking oil decolorization.
- Doctoral Researcher, Durban University of Technology (2018–2022): Explored advanced biomass liquid fuels and feedstock hybridization.
- Master’s Researcher, Obafemi Awolowo University (2012–2015): Optimized biodiesel synthesis using heterogeneous catalysts.
His expertise spans green catalysis, process optimization, and bioenergy systems.
Awards and Honors 🏆
- NRF Postdoctoral Fellowship Award (2023)
- DUT Doctoral Training/Support Award (2022)
- S&F-NRF-TWAS African Renaissance PhD Fellowship (2018–2021)
- Invited speaker at global conferences like GSPEE2024, Catalysis Expo-2022, and Biofuels Meet 2022.
These accolades highlight his contributions to sustainable energy and environmental research.
Research Focus 🔬
Dr. Etim’s research focuses on:
- Renewable energy and sustainable fuels 🌱
- Biomass conversion to fuels and petrochemicals ⚙️
- Waste recycling and bioenergy ♻️
- Green catalysis and biosorbents �
- Wastewater treatment and environmental pollution control 💧
- Simulation, modeling, and optimization of bio-processing systems 📊
His work aims to address climate change and promote sustainable development.
Publication Top Notes 📚
- Sustainable biodiesel production via biogenic catalyzed transesterification of baobab oil methyl ester and optimization process.
- Synthesis of a highly efficient mesoporous green catalyst from waste avocado peels for biodiesel production.
- Recursive Neural Network–Particle Swarm optimization of biodiesel from Hevea brasiliensis.
- A novel green bio-composite catalyst for linseed-marula oil blend methyl ester production.
- Evaluation of in-situ and ex-situ hybridization in transesterification of vegetable oils.
- Optimization of flaxseed oil methyl ester synthesis using bio-alkaline catalyst.
- Green heterogeneous catalyst from bicomponent biowaste for linseed oil methyl ester.
- Potential of Carica papaya peels in transesterification of used vegetable oil.
- Transesterification and optimization of marula seed oil methyl ester synthesis.
- Effectiveness of biogenic waste-derived catalysts in biodiesel production.
- Application of agricultural waste-based catalysts in biodiesel synthesis.
- Potential of ripe plantain peels as an eco-friendly catalyst for biodiesel synthesis.
Conclusion 🌍
Dr. Anietie Okon Etim is a leading researcher in renewable energy and sustainable chemical engineering. His innovative work in biomass conversion, green catalysis, and waste valorization has significantly contributed to environmental sustainability. With numerous publications, awards, and international recognitions, Dr. Etim continues to drive advancements in clean energy and climate change mitigation. His dedication to research and education inspires future generations to pursue sustainable solutions for a greener planet.