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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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 to a great engineer! May God fix your life as you fix things. The world’s oldest profession is engineering; the first man was an engineer because he built his own tent. But you are an engineer because you built yourself from ZERO Engineer Dauda olatunji is known for success, because he always end up finding solutions to every human challenge. We are proud to have you around us,Happy Birthday OMO TINUBU😂😂
Happy birthday to an exceptionally leader, you have proof beyond doubt that a man can achieve dreams, vision with God, diligence and hardworking, continue to break the grounds, I pray this new year will be another level of turnaround for you. Happy birthday once again.
Good afternoon to the celebrants of today and Happy birthday to you sir, u are uniquely awesome in hearts to care about, you're so playful, jovial ,lie sharing knowledge and also a carefree giver of pleasures.... Happy birthday to Dauda monsuru ......More funds to your account sir. May God Almighty accept all your prayers and grant you all your heart desire. You're a very good human and you deserve the best. I wish you all the best in life. Enjoyment galore.... Happy birthday nmis. Enjoy your day and have fun
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
Happy Birthday to my dear brother! On this special day, I want to take a moment to wish you all the best that life has to offer. May this year bring you happiness, success, and fulfillment in all your endeavors. As you celebrate another trip around the sun, I hope you take time to reflect on all that you have accomplished and all that you have yet to achieve. May you continue to grow in wisdom and strength, and may you always find joy and purpose in all that you do. May your relationships be filled with love and understanding, and may you always find support and encouragement from those around you. May you continue to chase your dreams and may they all come to fruition. As you embark on this new year of your life, may you always remember to be kind, compassionate, and grateful for all that you have. May you continue to be a blessing to those around you and may you always find happiness and contentment in all that you do. Wishing you all the best on your special day and always. Happy Birthday (NMIS)
Happy birthday to an inspiring icon for excellence. I wish you long life and prosperity in good health Happy birthday to you once again and happy new year sir!
Happy Birthday to you, may God continue to guide your way. Many more prosperous years .
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Thank you for all you do, i prayed Allah SWT bless you abundantly,ameen. Long life with peace sir
Birthday blessings sir, may your light keep shining...
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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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