Lagos state university - Nigeria
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Early Academic Pursuits:
Oluwaseun Princess Okimiji began her academic journey at Salvation Army Primary School in Cross River State, Nigeria, from 1992 to 1996. She continued her secondary education at NYSC Model Secondary School, Cross River State, from 1997 to 2002, where she obtained her Senior Secondary School Certificate (NECO). Her interest in environmental science emerged during her formative years, setting the stage for her future academic and professional pursuits.
Educational Background:
Her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Protection and Resources Management at the University of Calabar, Cross River State, from 2004 to 2009. She later obtained a Master's degree in Environmental Management and Protection at the University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, from 2014 to 2016. Her academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Environmental Management from the same institution, completed between 2017 and 2021. Her commitment to academic excellence is evident in her diverse educational qualifications, including certifications in computer fundamentals and web development.
Professional Endeavors:
Her professional journey is marked by significant roles and responsibilities. She served as a Research Assistant at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, from 2015 to 2016, contributing to the university's academic and research pursuits. Subsequently, she assumed the position of Rural Institutional Development Officer at the Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority (LSADA) from 2015 to 2019. In this role, she actively participated in group development, agriculture business development, marketing, and micro-finance support. Her experience expanded further at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in 2021-2022, where she played a pivotal role in the Genetic Resources Center (GRC). Her responsibilities included managing data for over 33,000 accessions, spanning agro-morphological data, seed and field bank activities, tissue culture, environmental data, and bioscience technology.
Contributions and Research Focus:
Her research focus revolves around Environmental Quality Assessment and Public Health. Her Ph.D. thesis, "Assessment of Urban Environmental Dynamics in Informal Settlements of Lagos Coastal Area, Nigeria," reflects her dedication to understanding and addressing environmental challenges in urban settings. She has received a research grant as a Postdoctoral Researcher under the PSU President Scholarship in collaboration with Prince of Songkla University and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, Thailand.
Accolades and Recognition:
Her contributions have garnered recognition, and she received the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace. Additionally, her involvement in various training programs and conferences showcases her commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of developments in her field.
Impact and Influence:
Her impact is evident in her roles at RID LSADA, IITA, and her engagement in community service through organizations like the National Investment Social Programme (Npower Volunteer-N-agro) and Protect Ozone Sustainable Livelihoods Initiative. Her commitment to grassroots development and poverty alleviation reflects a broader commitment to social responsibility.
Legacy and Future Contributions:
Her legacy is shaped by her multifaceted contributions to academia, research, and community service. As a certified environmental professional, her expertise in Environmental Management, Public Health, and Sustainable Development positions her to continue making meaningful contributions. Her participation in conferences, ongoing research projects, and teaching activities underscore her dedication to advancing knowledge and addressing pressing environmental challenges.
Citations:
Citations 27
h-index 3
i10-index 0
Notable Publications:
1 Spatial pattern of air pollutant concentrations and their relationship with meteorological parameters in coastal slum settlements of Lagos, southwestern Nigeria OP Okimiji, K Techato, JN Simon, OO Tope-Ajayi, AT Okafor, ... Atmosphere 12 (11), 1426
2 Carbothermal reduction synthesis of eggshell-biochar modified with nanoscale zerovalent iron/activated carbon for remediation of soil polluted with lead and cadmium MA Aborisade, A Feng, X Zheng, BT Oba, A Kumar, AY Battamo, ... Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management 18, 100726
3 Remediation of soil polluted with Pb and Cd and alleviation of oxidative stress in Brassica rapa plant using nanoscale zerovalent iron supported with coconut-husk biochar MA Aborisade, H Geng, BT Oba, A Kumar, EA Ndudi, AY Battamo, J Liu, ... Journal of Plant Physiology, 154023
4 Analysis of socio-economic and housing characteristics In some selected slum area in Lagos State Metropolis, Nigeria using Geographical Information System O Okimiji, O Adedeji, O Oguntoke, O Shittu, M Aborisade, O Ezennia JJEES, 134
5 Remediation of metal toxicity and alleviation of toxic metals-induced oxidative stress in Brassica chinensis L using biochar-iron nanocomposites MA Aborisade, BT Oba, A Kumar, J Liu, D Chen, OP Okimiji, L Zhao Plant and Soil, 1-17
6 SEASONAL VARIATION IN PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF DRINKING WATER QUALITY AROUND SLUM SETTLEMENTS IN LAGOS METROPOLIS, NIGERIA. OP OKIMIJI, AT OKAFOR, OH ADEDEJI, O OGUNTOKE, OB SHITTU Ethiopian Journal of Environmental Studies & Management 14 (1)
7 Proliferation of noise pollution: Implication on health and community perception in coastal slums OP Okimiji, AT Okafor, MI Fasona, T Atoro, MA Aborisade, JN Simon Applied Acoustics 214, 109713
8 Assessing Seasonal Changes in Physical and Chemical Properties of Ground Water Quality around Coastal Slum Settlements in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria OP Okimiji, AT Okafor, OH Adedeji, O Oguntoke, OB Shittu J Environ Pollut Manage 3, 104
9 ASSESSMENT OF SEASONAL VARIATION OF AMBIENT AIR POLLUTANT CONCENTRATIONS AROUND SLUM SETTLEMENTS IN LAGOS METROPOLIS, NIGERIA OP Okimiji, OJ Ezennia, AT Okafor, SA Abdussalaam Nigerian Journal of Science and Environment 18 (1)
10 Seasonal Monitoring of Criteria Air Pollutants and Noise Levels across Six Selected Housing Estates in Ogun State, Nigeria BT Amujo, AT Towolawi, SA Abdussalaam, OP Okimiji, OJ Ezennia