Mr. Rotimi Obateru, Landscape ecology, Best Researcher Award
Rotimi Obateru at Federal University of Technology, Nigeria
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Summary:
Mr. Rotimi Obateru is a dedicated PhD researcher specializing in Geography and Environmental Monitoring, particularly focused on Physical Geography, Landscape Ecology, and Climate Change. Currently affiliated with the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, he is deeply committed to understanding and mitigating the impacts of climate change on West African ecological regions. With a robust academic background including a B.Sc. in Geography and two M.Sc. degrees in Geography and Environmental Management, Rotimi has demonstrated exceptional research prowess and a keen interest in interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges. His work spans community-based assessments of urban landscape dynamics to exploring ecosystem services, addressing critical issues aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 11.
👩🎓Education:
- B.Sc. (Honours) Geography
- M.Sc. Geography
- M.Sc. Environmental Management
Professional Experience:
- Assistant Lecturer in Physical Geography, Adekunle Ajasin University, Nigeria
- Participant in the Bochum Urban Climate Summer School (BUCSS22), Germany
Research Interest :
- Mr. Rotimi Obateru’s research interests lie at the intersection of Geography, Environmental Monitoring, and Climate Change. He is particularly intrigued by the dynamic interplay between physical geography processes, landscape ecology dynamics, and the impacts of climate change on ecosystems. His work delves into understanding the complex relationships between human activities and environmental changes, with a focus on how these interactions shape landscapes and influence ecosystem services.
- Rotimi’s research endeavors aim to contribute to the development of effective strategies for sustainable land use management and climate change adaptation, especially in the context of West African ecological regions. By integrating geospatial techniques, socioeconomic surveys, and community-based approaches, he seeks to unravel the complexities of urban landscape transformations and their implications for ecosystem resilience and human well-being. Through his interdisciplinary approach, Rotimi endeavors to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical solutions, ultimately contributing to the advancement of sustainable development goals in the face of climate change challenges.
Publication Top Noted:
- Authors: Rotimi Oluseyi Obateru, Appollonia Aimiosino Okhimamhe, Olutoyin Adeola Fashae, Emmanuel Aweda, Deirdre Dragovich, Christopher Conrad
- Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
- Year: 2024
Paper Title: Quartzite Ridges in Southwestern Nigeria
- Authors: Olutoyin Adeola Fashae, Adeyemi Olusola, Rotimi Obateru, Adetoye Faniran
- Journal: Landscapes and Landforms of Nigeria
- Year: 2023
Paper Title: Drought assessment and rainfall trend analysis in southwestern Nigeria
- Authors: Rotimi Oluseyi Obateru, Adewale O Adeyefa, Olutoyin Adeola Fashae
- Journal: World Water Policy
- Year: 2023
Paper Title: Riparian Vegetation Along Nigeria Rivers: The River Ogun Example
- Authors: Olutoyin Adeola Fashae, Rotimi Obateru
- Journal: Landscapes and Landforms of Nigeria
- Year: 2023
Paper Title: Community-based assessment of coastal erosion in Lagos, Nigeria
- Authors:Olutoyin Adeola Fashae, Rotimi Oluseyi Obateru, Efosa Gbenga Adagbasa, Cindy Chekwubechukwu Emeh
- Journal: Natural Hazards
- Year: 2022