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Lilian Sarpong

Lilian Sarpong

Department of Chemistry

The researcher's work is a comprehensive study in environmental science, focusing on the interplay between resource extraction practices, water quality assessment, and environmental pollution linked to heavy metals contamination. Their research integrates themes of gold mining impacts, water quality monitoring, and public health risks due to metal exposure, with a broader aim to understand ecological and health implications in diverse climatic zones.

Water Quality and Pollution Assessment
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Heavy metals in environment
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Marian Asantewah Nkansah

Marian Asantewah Nkansah

Department of Chemistry

The researcher's work spans a comprehensive range of themes within physical and life sciences, focusing on environmental chemistry, health risks associated with toxic pollutants, heavy metals contamination, water quality assessment, energy impacts, chemical analysis methods, resource management practices, air quality effects, petrochemical studies, microbial studies, waste management techniques, food additives, biological aspects of metals, and quantitative geochemistry.

Mining and Resource ManagementRecycling and Waste Management Techniques
51 pubs24 themes
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Mercy Badu

Mercy Badu

Department of Chemistry

The researcher's work spans a wide range of disciplines, including plant and animal biochemistry, environmental science, food safety, and technological innovation. Their research focuses on advancing understanding in these areas through studies across diverse domains such as fruit research, seed biology, ecological diversity, and sustainable practices. Key themes include the adaptability of plants in different environments, the role of fruits like sesamum and moringa in culinary applications, the enhancement of food safety, and the use of advanced technologies for energy solutions. Their work also delves into broader issues in water quality and pollution assessment, contributing to the development of sustainable agricultural practices that improve food safety while enhancing ecological diversity.

African Botany and Ecology StudiesSustainability and Climate Change Governance
40 pubs26 themes
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Michael  Sah

Michael Sah

Department of Chemistry

The researcher's work is centered around several key areas in algebraic topology and category theory, with applications to data science and computer science, employing innovative approaches such as topological data analysis. Their research bridges abstract mathematical frameworks with practical computational methods, contributing significantly to understanding complex systems through interdisciplinary methodologies.

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Michael Baah Mensah

Michael Baah Mensah

Department of Chemistry

The researcher's work demonstrates a highly interdisciplinary approach, integrating methods from biochemistry, chemistry, materials science, and health sciences. Their research spans various domains, including the biochemistry of plants, the application of nanomaterials for catalytic reactions, advancements in polymer composites, and innovations in food additive synthesis. This work also extends to environmental remediation efforts, such as the removal of heavy metals from pollutants using inorganic nanomaterials. The researcher's research is characterized by its breadth, covering key areas like seed and plant biochemistry, adsorption/biosorption for environmental cleanup, polymer composites, biofuel production, quantum dots synthesis, chalcogenide semiconductors, microbial fuel cells, metal extraction, zeolite catalysis, contact dermatitis, material science engineering, tree root studies, mycobacterium research, dietary metabolism, chemical sensors, urban and freight transport logistics, malaria research, nanomaterials for catalytic reactions, wood treatment, antibiotic use, and chalcogenide semiconductors. The researcher's approach is comprehensive, emphasizing the application of cutting-edge technologies across diverse scientific disciplines to address both health and environmental challenges.

Nanomaterials for catalytic reactionsAdvanced Chemical Sensor Technologies
32 pubs23 themes
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Michael Konney Laryea

Michael Konney Laryea

Department of Chemistry

The researcher's research is centered around the exploration of natural products derived from plants used in traditional medicine, with a primary focus on understanding their biological activities, potential applications in disease control, and their ethical implications. Their work spans multiple themes, including the chemical synthesis of alkaloids, the study of biofilms and quorum sensing mechanisms in bacteria, and the investigation of essential oils for antimicrobial properties. The researcher employs computational methods and molecular biology approaches to analyze these natural products, examining their effectiveness in preventing vector-borne diseases such as malaria and leishmaniasis. Their research also delves into plant biochemistry and synthesizes compounds that could inhibit or enhance processes like trans-sialidase enzymes. Additionally, they address environmental impacts of pharmaceuticals, the role of essential oils in health, and the ethical considerations surrounding natural product use. This integrated approach underscores a multidisciplinary study that bridges natural products, their chemical properties, and their health applications, aiming to inform both therapeutic strategies and sustainable practices in public health.

Essential Oils and Antimicrobial ActivityBacterial biofilms and quorum sensing
28 pubs16 themes
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Naomi Chounbayor Kabiri

Naomi Chounbayor Kabiri

Department of Chemistry

The researcher's work focuses on advancing understanding in health sciences across several interconnected areas: cholesterol metabolism, lipid pathway regulation, phytochemistry, and antioxidant activity of plant extracts. Their research validates methodological approaches for assessing cholesterol levels in selected milk products, contributing significantly to both the fields of cholesterol studies and plant-based nutrition.

Phytochemicals and Antioxidant ActivitiesCholesterol and Lipid Metabolism
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Nathaniel Owusu Boadi

Nathaniel Owusu Boadi

Department of Chemistry

Recent research has highlighted the critical role of nature in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development. A comprehensive study integrates insights from themes such as heavy metals in agriculture, seed biochemistry, and natural elements, emphasizing their roles in mitigating pollution and enhancing food safety. Advances in bioactive compounds like chromium-based nanomaterials and their applications have bridged the gap between research and practical solutions. Furthermore, innovative approaches leveraging eco-friendly materials, such as chitosan, are being developed to enhance water quality while minimizing ecological impacts. Simultaneously, studies on fungal and bacterial biofilms underscore their potential for developing effective treatments against toxic metals. These findings collectively demonstrate how interdisciplinary efforts across fields can drive meaningful changes in environmental health, resource management, and sustainable agriculture.

African Botany and Ecology StudiesWater Quality and Pollution Assessment
85 pubs40 themes
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Noah Kyame Asare-Donkor

Noah Kyame Asare-Donkor

Department of Chemistry

The researcher has made significant contributions across diverse domains in both physical and health sciences, focusing on developing innovative sensors, water quality analysis, studying environmental contaminants, advancing 2D materials applications, improving indoor air quality, exploring photocatalytic processes, and investigating antibiotic pharmacokinetics. Their work bridges the gap between advanced materials science and environmental health, offering novel solutions for contamination prevention and mitigation strategies.

Water Quality and Pollution Assessment2D Materials and Applications
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Osei Akoto

Osei Akoto

Department of Chemistry

The researcher has made significant contributions to the fields of environmental health, chemical污染, and sustainable resource management. Their work emphasizes comprehensive approaches to assessing water quality, soil contamination, and food safety, leveraging innovative methods such as chemical analysis, gas sensors, and bioassays to evaluate heavy metals, pollutants, and their interactions with aquatic systems. The researcher's research spans a wide range of domains, including human health risks associated with food residues, pesticides, and metalloxy compounds, as well as studies on agricultural practices and marine ecosystems. They have developed advanced analytical techniques, such as organic gas sensors and vertical GeI2/C2N heterostructures, to enhance water quality monitoring. The researcher's work is interdisciplinary, focusing on global environmental issues through policy and innovation-driven approaches, with applications ranging from improving water and soil management to sustainable agricultural practices. Their research underscores the critical role of advanced analytical methods in addressing complex environmental challenges and ensuring a healthier planet for humanity.

Spectroscopy and Chemometric AnalysesWater Quality and Pollution Assessment
100 pubs37 themes
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Stephen Ayisi-Larbi

Stephen Ayisi-Larbi

Department of Chemistry

This research examines the relationship between household water access and child nutrition, focusing on the role of water sources in Ghanaian households. Studies highlight both physical access to clean water and potential health risks associated with poor water quality, underscoring the importance of ensuring equitable access to clean water for children.

Child Nutrition and Water Access
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Vincent Torve

Vincent Torve

Department of Chemistry

The researcher investigates microbial exposure risks in indoor environments, examines toxicological effects of pesticides on crops, and develops innovative sensor technologies for environmental monitoring to assess pollutants like Eosin Y.

Electrochemical sensors and biosensorsIndoor Air Quality and Microbial Exposure
4 pubs4 themes
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