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).
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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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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 my brother, wish you more life in good health and happiness. Greater heights
HBD TO LOVING AND CARING BROTHER INDEED WULLNP, MORE GREAT PROGRESSIVE ACHIEVEMENT INSHALLAHU ALLAH RAHMAN SEKINAH IDAYAH NOOR ON U AND FAMILY FOREVER HAPPY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
HBD WULLNP Happy birthday 🎉 celebration More grace more money more blessing more mercy Inshallahu to continue to triumph in your career pursuit Thanks for being a wonderful loving and caring frds indeed My regards to family and friends
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 ✍️✏️
Happy birthday to you my wonderful brother, Dauda Monsuur Olatunji, the formal NUESA president, you are the boss of bosses, a great mentor, leader, vibrant, role model and very brilliant guy, I usually pointed at you as my friend and teacher, may God be with you in all your endeavor, provide you more knowledge, protect you in your journey of life and make you the best among all. Once again Happy birthday to you, more glorious years ahead. I love you so much❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hbd to NMIS of Louisiana 🇺🇸 I wish you a long life and prosperity.I pray you never have a better yesterday.
Tunji am wishing you a heartfelt happy birthday with God’s protection, preservation and provision. You will continue to excel in all your life endeavors in Jesus name. Amen. Happy birthday son.
It’s 365 days already, I am so proud to have you in my life as my Friend, you thought me a whole lot during my service year I was inspired by you during that period every moment I shared with you was always a memorable one. The few days we shared before you left was very amazing and I will always value it trust me. On this special day of your life I wish you Good health, wisdom, knowledge and prosperity. May smiles never leave your lips 👄 May God’s bless forever remain with you my dearest friend TUNJI Happy Birthday 🎁🎊🎂 to you Confidence
Happy birthday to you. As you celebrate your birthday, I wish to use this opportunity and remind you of how great you are. You are indeed an incredible leader, so humble and down to earth. You are that friend everyone needs in their circle . God will continue to shower you with his blessings, wisdom and favor. Cheers 🥂
I wish you Allah's blessings, guidance and protection in all your undertakings as you add another year. The experience so far is exhilarating and I am confident that you will make meaningful impact towards the development of our country. Happy birthday. I wish you many happy returns of the day!
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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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