KNUST Research Atlas is currently in active Beta. Report bugs or suggest features to help us improve!
KNUST Research Atlas is currently in active Beta. Report bugs or suggest features to help us improve!
KNUST Research Atlas is currently in active Beta. Report bugs or suggest features to help us improve!
Search, discover, and connect with over 1,800 researchers, faculty members, and scholars across all departments of KNUST.
Department of Chemistry
The researcher's work focuses on synthesizing comprehensive studies across multiple domains to understand the environmental impacts of toxic pollutants, heavy metals, and other substances on Ghanaian populations. Their research encompasses a wide array of themes, including the study of pesticides in agricultural catchments, the health risks associated with heavy metal contamination, the effects of mercury pollution, advancements in 2D materials for novel applications, developments in photocatalytic technologies, groundwater quality assessments, air pollution impacts, and more. The integration of these diverse areas provides a holistic approach to assessing both environmental risks and their corresponding human health implications, offering valuable insights into ecological stewardship strategies and sustainable practices.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
This researcher employs an interdisciplinary approach, integrating nonlinear dynamics, mathematical modeling in biology, biophysics, soft matter physics, and computational modeling to investigate complex biological systems across scales—from molecular processes to cellular and population-level phenomena. Her work emphasizes the application of theoretical frameworks with experimental validation, employing analytical techniques to uncover universal principles governing collective behavior in diverse contexts. This unified research approach bridges theoretical insights with empirical discovery, advancing our understanding of biological systems at various hierarchical levels.

Department of Mathematics
The researcher's work centers on inverse problems within the realm of matrix theory and algorithms, particularly in the physical sciences. Their research encompasses a broad spectrum of matrix-related challenges, including generalized eigenvalue problems, singular value analysis, and the development of efficient numerical methods for solving these issues. This interdisciplinary approach combines theoretical investigations with practical applications, ensuring solutions are both computationally feasible and accurate. The researcher's work bridges fundamental mathematical challenges with real-world applications across diverse scientific fields, highlighting a strong foundation in linear algebra and its transformative impact on understanding complex physical systems.
Department of Geomatic Engineering
The researcher's work is centered around developing innovative statistical methodologies for bioinformatics problems that bridge machine learning, optimization, and geometry in high-dimensional data analysis. Their contributions include computationally efficient algorithms for handling complex biological networks, regularization techniques to improve model performance, and applications of geometric deep learning to analyze biological structures and dynamics.
Department of Human Resource and Organisational Development
The researcher's work spans three interconnected themes, focusing on the interplay between emotional intelligence, organizational behavior, and business strategies to enhance well-being and service delivery efficiency. Their research investigates how intrinsic well-being (via satisfaction) influences engagement and participation, how workplace dynamics shape employee decisions regarding turnover, and the role of strategic business management in delivering quality services.
Department of Mathematics
Their work focuses on the development and application of mathematical inequalities across diverse areas in physical sciences, including traffic flow, optics, gravity, engineering, and quantum mechanics. They utilize sophisticated inequality techniques to address challenges in these fields, demonstrating how foundational mathematical tools can provide novel insights and solutions.
Department of Physiology
The researcher has conducted extensive work in the field of hemoglobinopathies, focusing particularly on understanding geometric differences in pain perception linked to sickle cell anemia in children. Their studies, such as the multidisciplinary DOVE study, aim to explore how geographic and age-related factors influence physical function and usage patterns in individuals with sickel cell anaemia. Additionally, they have investigated the pharmacological effects of clenbuterol on muscle growth under various conditions, including inducing skeletal muscle atrophy or growth, within mice models using different inducing agents. This integration of both functional studies on hemoglobinopathies and pharmacological experiments with specific drugs exemplifies a comprehensive approach to understanding these disorders through biological and therapeutic lenses.
Department of Accounting and Finance
The researcher has focused on a multifaceted approach integrating genomic and molecular biology techniques to address disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment across diverse regions. Their work spans themes including prostate cancer research with a particular emphasis on African populations, multiple myeloma advancements in genetic fine-mapping, and trauma-related injuries. The study emphasizes patient-centric care, longitudinal longitudinal studies examining disease outcomes, and global datasets for translational insights. Key areas of inquiry include susceptibility loci for prostate cancer, the role of rare genetic variants, genomic integration for polygenic risk scores, and novel fine-mapping strategies. The research also explores innovative molecular biology techniques and their clinical applications, aiming to enhance understanding of cancer biology while addressing regional health disparities.
Department of Molecular Medicine
The researcher's work in health sciences is centered on understanding the interplay between various biological factors that contribute to cardiovascular disease and other health risks. Their studies span themes such as vitamin D status, glucose metabolism, lipid profiles, metabolic diseases, genetics, anemia, blood pressure, and diabetes. They examine associations with conditions like insulin resistance, glycemic control, cholesterol profiles, and metabolic syndromes, using case-control studies. Additionally, they explore genetic and epidemiological aspects of conditions like sickle cell anemia and sphenocentrum jollyanum root extraction effects. Their research aims to identify high-risk individuals in populations such as Ghana, focusing on preventive strategies and understanding the role of diet, metabolism, lipid dynamics, and genetic factors in disease progression.
Department of Physics
The researcher's work integrates fundamental theoretical concepts with practical applications across diverse scientific disciplines, including quantum computing, biophysics, soft matter physics, materials science, and nonlinear dynamics. Their contributions advance our understanding of complex systems through innovative theoretical frameworks.
Department of Painting and Sculpture
This researcher's work integrates multiple perspectives on the development of identity within the Ghanaian society, particularly focusing on the intersection of art education, cultural heritage management, and digital media. By examining how visual arts and crafts shape social identities, the researcher explores methodologies that integrate teaching practices with creative processes to foster innovation and understanding. The study employs a multidisciplinary approach, drawing from historical contexts in African music history, architectural innovations in hand-made paper, and digital art practices, all aimed at deepening our comprehension of identity development through visual arts education and cultural preservation.
Department of Geomatic Engineering
The researcher has conducted extensive research across multiple domains, focusing on parasitic diseases, environmental impacts, public health policies, and agricultural advancements, all of which contribute to a comprehensive understanding of Ghanaian health challenges and solutions. Their work integrates spatial variation studies, treatment strategies for lymphatic filariasis, elimination programs, and control measures, while also exploring the role of satellites in rainfall estimation, land use changes, and ecosystem services. The researcher’s research extends into areas such as geology, epidemiology, social equity, cancer screening, agronomy, and global public health policies, all aimed at addressing neglected tropical diseases and improving quality of life for the Ghanaian population.