Emmanuel Damilola Aweda - Land degradation - Excellence in Research
Federal University of Technology - Nigeria
AUTHOR PROFILE
METEOROLOGIST & CLIMATE CHANGE RESEARCHER 🌍
Emmanuel Damilola Aweda is a dedicated meteorologist with extensive expertise in climate change and human habitat dynamics. He is currently pursuing his PhD in Climate Change and Human Habitat at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria. His research focuses on atmospheric sciences, applied meteorology, and the intersection of climate change and human development, particularly in Africa.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER 🚀
Emmanuel has been a Meteorologist and Lecturer at the World Meteorological Organization Regional Training Centre, Nigerian Meteorological Agency, since 2015. His career began as a Weather Forecaster at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, where he honed his skills in meteorology, providing essential services for national and international aviation.
RESEARCH CONTRIBUTIONS 📊
His research contributions include studies on vegetation anomalies, climate change, and migration impacts on land degradation in Nigeria. Emmanuel's work has been published in leading journals, and his findings contribute to a deeper understanding of climate change impacts on ecosystems and urban landscapes.
INTERNATIONAL PRESENTATIONS 🌍
Emmanuel has presented his research at conferences around the world, including Germany, Italy, Hong Kong, and Burkina Faso. His work on climate variability, sustainable development, and migration adaptation strategies has earned recognition on international platforms, expanding the global understanding of climate-related challenges in Africa.
ACADEMIC PROJECTS 📚
He has also provided academic and technical assistance to the Gambian Aeronautical Meteorological Forecasters and Observers through a UNEP-organized project. His involvement in training and development showcases his commitment to improving meteorological services across Africa.
TEACHING & MENTORSHIP 🧑🏫
As a lecturer, Emmanuel teaches a wide range of courses including Satellite Meteorology, Urban Climatology, and Marine Meteorology. His dedication to education extends beyond the classroom, as he continues to mentor students and professionals in the field of meteorology and climate sciences.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE & SKILLS 💻
Emmanuel is proficient in data analysis and visualization using SPSS, JASP, R, and Python. His expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) allows him to conduct geospatial mapping and analysis, essential for his work in remote sensing and meteorology.
NOTABLE PUBLICATION
Title: Inter-annual variation of vegetation anomaly over Nigeria using satellite-derived index
Authors: ED Aweda, ZD Adeyewa
Journal: Advances in Applied Science Research
Year: 2011
Title: Community-based assessment of the dynamics of urban landscape characteristics and ecosystem services in the rainforest and guinea savanna ecoregions of Nigeria
Authors: RO Obateru, AA Okhimamhe, OA Fashae, E Aweda, D Dragovich, ...
Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
Year: 2024
Title: The usefulness of NDVI in the monitoring of drought in the Guinea Savannah Region of Nigeria
Authors: ED Aweda, ZD Adeyewa
Journal: Environmental Studies
Year: 2009
Title: Determination of the Onset and Cessation of Growing Season in South West Nigeria
Authors: ED Aweda, ZD Adeyewa
Event: Proceedings of International Conference on Nanotechnology and Biosensors
Year: 2010
Title: Assessing the Impacts of Migration on Land Degradation in the Savannah Region of Nigeria
Authors: ED Aweda, AA Okhimamhe, RO Obateru, A Schürmann, M Teucher, ...
Journal: Sustainability
Year: 2024