Dr. Alao Joseph Omeiza | Applied Geophysics | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria

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👨‍🎓 Summary

Dr. Alao Joseph Omeiza is an accomplished academic and researcher in Applied Geophysics, with a focus on environmental geophysics, groundwater systems, and public health risks associated with pollutants. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Applied Geophysics at Ahmadu Bello University (expected December 2024), Dr. Alao combines expertise in geophysical methods and environmental monitoring to explore the implications of landfill leachates and other environmental hazards. His work is highly interdisciplinary, integrating physics, geochemistry, and public health considerations.

🎓 Education

Dr. Alao holds a PhD in Applied Geophysics (awaiting results, expected December 2024) from Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria. He earned his M.Sc. in Physics from Kaduna State University in 2017 and his B.Sc. in Physics (2nd Class Upper) from Kogi State University in 2012. His early academic foundation includes his secondary education at Ijumu Anglican Science Secondary School and primary education at St. Paul No. 1 Primary School, both in Kogi State.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Alao currently serves as a Lecturer I at the Air Force Institute of Technology in Kaduna, Nigeria, where he teaches a variety of geophysics and physics courses such as Applied Geophysics, Environmental Geophysics, and Advanced Physics of Earth Interior. His previous academic roles include teaching at Ahmadu Bello University, Kogi State University, and Kaduna State University. He also has experience as a Part-time Assistant Lecturer and Teacher at various institutions, including Incubator Academy.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Dr. Alao is skilled in several advanced software tools for geophysical analysis and environmental monitoring, including Surfer 11, Oasis Montaj, ArcGIS, and Res 1D & 2D. He is also proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other research tools that support data analysis and presentation.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

With years of teaching experience, Dr. Alao has instructed undergraduate and postgraduate students in subjects such as Geochemistry, Environmental Geophysics, and Thermal Physics. His teaching experience spans multiple institutions, including the Air Force Institute of Technology, Ahmadu Bello University, and Kogi State University, where he has delivered both practical and theoretical courses in physics and geophysics.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Alao’s primary research interests lie in Environmental Geophysics, with a particular focus on landfill leachate monitoring, groundwater geophysics, and the public health risks related to pollutants. He is also passionate about developing geophysical techniques for environmental resource management and exploring geotechnical parameters for sustainable urban development.

🏅 Awards and Recognition

Dr. Alao’s research and contributions to the academic community have been recognized with multiple awards, including the 2nd Prize in Public Health and Environment Paper Prize (2024) and the 2nd Best Researcher Award at the Air Force Institute of Technology (2024).