Monsuru O. Dauda
No Magic In Success
Award-Winning Researcher: ECS F.M. Becket Fellow & IE&EE Student Achievement Award Winner (2025) Industry-Ready Engineer: Lead R&D Engineer at Encore CO₂ | Expert in catalyst design and process scale-up Proven Leader: First Class Honours graduate passionate about sustainable solutions and mentoring future scientists
Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering | Present Research: Sustainable Chemical Production Dow BEST Industry Symposium (2025) - 1 of 30 successful candidates ECS Summer Fellowship (F. M. Becket Fellowship) (2025) - 1 of 4 successful candidates The Industrial Electrochemistry and Electrochemical Engineering Student Achievement Awards (2025) - 1 of 1 successful candidate, among others
Master of Science, Chemical Engineering. Research: Copper-Based Electrocatalysts for Electrochemical Reduction of CO2 to C2 Products. George A. Daniels Graduate Fellowship
Bachelor of Technology, Chemical Engineering. First Class Hons. – Top 1% of 120 students. Thesis: Polysoptive Treatment of Methylene Blue Synthetic Wastewater Using Batch and Continuous Technique
Secondary School Certificate (WAEC/NECO) 2014 Alumni Award for Overall Best Student Best Student in Osun State FRSC Mathematics Competition
Lead Research and Development Engineer
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2019 Addax Petroleum Internship Program (APIP) Team Governor.
National Youth Service Corps (N.Y.S.C).
Learn About Me
My name is Monsuru Olatunji Dauda, a Ph.D. candidate at Louisiana State University. I am passionate about advancing sustainable chemical production through CO2 electrochemical conversion. With a diverse background in academia, research, and industry, I bring expertise in electrochemical processes, adsorption studies, nanoparticle synthesis, and process design. As a proven leader, I have successfully guided teams in academic and professional settings. Deeply committed to community impact, I organize and participate in outreach initiatives. Engaging in prestigious conferences, I demonstrate my commitment to leading-edge research and collaboration. Recognized for my achievements, academic excellence, and leadership, I relentlessly pursue knowledge to address real-world challenges and contribute significantly to sustainable chemical production. I am ambitious and driven. I thrive on challenges and continuously set goals for myself. I am not comfortable with dormancy, and I am always looking for an opportunity to do better and achieve greatness. I am highly organized, and I like to keep a clean workspace and create personal records
Learn more My ProfileWith a diverse background spanning academia, research, and industry, I bring hands-on experience in areas such as electrochemical process, adsorption studies, nanoparticle synthesis, and process design. Committed to environmental sustainability, I aim to translate research into practical solutions in chemical, water, and petroleum engineering fields, contributing to impactful advancements in environmental stewardship and engineering practices.
Read MoreAs a proven leader, I've guided teams to success in both academic and professional realms. Leading initiatives benefiting hundreds of African graduate students at LSU as AGSA President, thousands of engineering students across Nigeria as National President of NUESA, managing cross-functional R&D teams as Lead Research and Development Engineer at Encore CO₂, and serving as Project Leader at Addax Petroleum, I'm dedicated to creating systems that empower others, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful impact in sustainability and innovation.
Read MoreAs an active member of leading professional and honor societies—including Sigma Xi, Omicron Delta Kappa, the Electrochemical Society (ECS), American Chemical Society (ACS), American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), and the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE)—I engage with diverse communities advancing research, leadership, and diversity in STEM while contributing to scientific excellence and expanding opportunities in engineering and the sciences
Read MoreI am deeply committed to making a positive impact on my community through diverse outreach initiatives. My dedication to community engagement and passion for creating opportunities highlight the importance of active involvement in driving meaningful change.
Read MoreI've garnered recognition for outstanding achievements and contributions through various awards, acknowledging my dedication and exceptional work. These accolades underscore my academic excellence, leadership abilities, and commitment to making a positive impact on my community and the lives of others.
Read MoreI engage in prestigious conferences, showcasing my commitment to leading-edge research and collaboration within the scientific community. This underscores my relentless pursuit of knowledge, professional advancement, and proactive involvement in addressing real-world challenges.
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Research
My research focuses on advancing sustainable solutions for environmental and energy challenges through innovative chemical engineering approaches. I develop electrochemical technologies for CO₂ conversion into valuable chemicals and sustainable systems for industrial wastewater treatment using wate bio-derived materials. Utilizing advanced characterization techniques, computational modeling, and process optimization, I work to understand fundamental mechanisms and translate discoveries into scalable, commercially viable solutions. Through collaborations bridging academia and industry, my goal is to create practical technologies that address climate change, resource recovery, and environmental remediation for a more sustainable future.
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Happy birthday, your leadership at the camp was superb.
Happy birthday Olatunji. Knowing you for a short while at Otuoke corpers lodge has been impactful. You are truly a great man. I pray for more blessings and upliftment in your life. Have a wonderful year ahead. Ekene Francis.
HAPPY birthday sir,long life and prosperity Greater heights inshallah Many more achievement You've been a wonderful tutor,mentor,brother and everything to me May Allah continue to grant you all your heart desires Thanks so much for all you do sir God bless you abundantly Many more years to celebrate 🍿🎂🥂 in good health and happiness
SALLAM ALAYKUM WARAMOTULLAHI WABARAKATUHU SIR. All praises and adoration due to Almighty God that make you see another born day which birthday *ENGR DAUD MONSUR* . It is difficult to put in words, how much we are thankful for your insight, wisdom, professional attitude, mentorship and guidance. We all pray for your success as an individual and hope that your personal and professional life deservingly rises to towering heights. Happy birthday! URS; COMRADE ALIMI MOHAMMED OLAGOKE OGUNLAYE01 ✍️✏️
I appreciate the time you take out And all the pleasant memories that we make I appreciate you being an important part of my life Thanks for everything till date ❣️❣️ Wish you a very happy birthday 🌹🌹 Where the cake!😎😎 Ride on to the most beautiful world you could ever wish for 😇
Dear Mentor Dauda Monsuru Olatunji, On this special day, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude and warmest wishes to you. Happy birthday! Your guidance and mentorship have been a source of inspiration and growth in my life. Your wisdom, patience, and dedication to nurturing my skills and knowledge have made a significant impact on my personal and professional journey. I've learned so much from your leadership, and I continue to be amazed by your unwavering commitment to excellence. As you celebrate another year of life, may it be filled with good health, happiness, and all the success you deserve. Your influence on my life is immeasurable, and I look forward to many more years of learning from you. Once again, happy birthday, and may this year be one of your best yet! Warm regards, ALAGBE, Luqman Akanbi.
Happy birthday Dr Monsuru, may the Lord bless you today and always. Cheers
@Amiable Comrade Dauda Monsuru Olatunji MNIS ▪︎National Ex-Officio NIEESA. ▪︎Immediate Past National President,NUESA ▪︎Immediate Past President NUESA,LAUTECH,Oyo State We NIEESA Rejoice and Felicitate with you today and Always. Happy Resourceful Birthday Amiable Comrade. Hon.Nnamdi D.Azubuike SMNIEE,MNIEESA National Coordinator NIEESA
So far so good bro. may the years ahead shall b better.happy joyous birthday !
Happy birthday to you Dauda. Enjoy you new age gracefully in good health and spirit passionately.
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This competitive $5,000 summer fellowship supports promising graduate students advancing research in electrochemical science and technology. Monsuru’s...
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Ph.D. candidate, Monsuru DAUDA has been named the recipient of the 2025 Industrial Electrochemistry and Electrochemical Engineering Division Student A...
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BATON ROUGE, LA – Monsuru Dauda, a third-year Ph.D. student in the LSU Cain Department of Chemical Engineering, has had a very busy 2024. He’s co-auth...
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Monsuru Olatunji Dauda, a Nigerian-born doctoral candidate at Louisiana State University, has made significant strides in revolutionizing the chemical...
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The students are Otusanya Gabriel Tobi, Oluwole Titilayo Deborah, Dauda, Monsuru Olatunji and Balogun Toyeeb Olamide. our Chemical Engineering gradua...
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Dauda Monsuru Olatunji’s tenure as National President of the Nigerian Universities Engineering Students Association (NUESA) has been marked by a dynam...
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