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
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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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More prosperous life brother
Words are not sufficient to describe the bond that we share. You are not just by beloved brother, you are my first best friend to stay for life. I wish you success in all your endevors on your birthday. Happy Birthday to you, more progress inshallah my irreplaceable brother, my world best
Birthday Blessings, Dr. Dauda Monsuru (NMIS), Wishing a visionary leader, an inspiring mentor, and a true beacon of excellence in academics and leadership a glorious birthday celebration. As a distinguished PhD candidate at Louisiana State University, your journey continues to inspire countless young minds toward purpose, diligence, and greatness. You have consistently proven that there is indeed “No Magic in Success (NMIS)”— only hard work, focus, and discipline. Your life exemplifies wisdom, service, and resilience. May this new year usher in divine health, boundless wisdom, and greater grace to keep impacting lives positively. May Almighty God continue to enlarge your territory and crown your efforts with joy, peace, and fulfillment. Thank you for being a pillar of guidance, a source of motivation, and a symbol of true leadership. Wishing you long life, prosperity, and continuous success in all your endeavors, Sir.
Happy birthday Dr. Monsuru, thanks for being a selfless and caring leader. Wish you more if it in your answered prayers🎊🎊
On your special day, Engr. Dr. Dauda Monsuru (NMIS), I celebrate not just another year of life but a legacy of exceptional leadership, academic brilliance, and profound influence. Your dedication to excellence in every sphere from your groundbreaking academic achievements to your unwavering commitment to guiding and mentoring others has transformed countless lives. As a beacon of wisdom, you have consistently demonstrated the values of discipline, integrity, and hard work. You have always shared your knowledge generously, instructing and supporting your junior ones, helping us navigate our own paths to success. Your passion for empowering others and creating lasting change is truly admirable, and it is this selflessness that sets you apart as a leader. May this year bring you even more success, joy, and fulfillment as you continue to inspire us all with your vision, compassion, and leadership. Happy Birthday to you Sir, who not only achieves greatness but also elevates everyone around him. I wish you long life and prosperity sir.❤️
Happy birthday to my incredible brother and mentor! 🎉 You’ve been more than just a brother to me — you’ve been a guiding light, a source of wisdom, and a constant reminder that greatness is achieved through hard work, patience, and faith. Your words of encouragement and your actions have inspired me in ways you might not even realize. I truly admire your strength, your focus, and the way you carry yourself with grace and purpose. Thank you for always being there to advise me, correct me when needed, and push me to see my own potential. You’ve played such an important role in my growth, and I’ll always be grateful for the love, care, and mentorship you’ve shown. As you celebrate another year of life, I pray that everything you’ve worked for continues to yield abundant success. May God bless you with good health, peace of mind, and endless happiness. You deserve every good thing coming your way. Keep shining, keep inspiring, and keep being the amazing person you are. Wishing you a truly joyful and fulfilling birthday, my brother and mentor.
Good afternoon sir. Happy birthday! I pray that God grants you all your heart's desires and uplifts you in every way. Thank you for your incredible impact and all you do. I also want to appreciate you for paying my application fee last year; thank you for giving me the opportunity to study abroad. I pray that God's blessings surround you and your family.
Words will never be enough to express my gratitude to you for always being there for me. I appreciate everything you have done and I wish almighty Allah continue to elevate you and guide you to the right. I rejoice with you today has you celebrate another delightful birthday I wish you long life and prosperity
Congratulations and best wishes to a complete gentle,vibrant and humble guy Engr Dauda Monsuru Olátúnjí. I wish you long life with soudhealth,abundance of blessings and mercies of Allah.unlimited promotion,i.Total break through and success in your endeavors in life. Long may you live my brother
Happy birthday boss may Almighty Allah guide your ways, enrich your pocket and you will live long to witness many more of it on earth and in good health Inshaallah🤲🏾😍
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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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