George Arubi AKPOWU

Adept at leveraging Data Analysis and Leadership skills, I significantly enhanced research outcomes at the Federal College of Forestry Research, achieving a 20% increase in engagement on critical environmental projects. My proficiency in Python and a track record of fostering teamwork underscore my capacity to drive impactful initiatives.

• Eleven-Eleven Twelve Foundation (EETF), Ogun State Representative, 01/01/23, Present, Led state-level initiatives aligned with EETF's youth development, empowerment, and environmental sustainability goals, Secured funding and managed projects, Organized bi-weekly youth training and community engagement programs, Built partnerships with stakeholders, Represented EETF at local and regional events
• Sustyvibes and REES Africa/CleanEdge Nigeria, 01/01/19, Present, Collaborated on environmental cleanup initiatives, Led World Environmental Day activities, Delivered educational talks in schools and communities
• Sustyvibes Focal Point, 01/01/19, Present, Attended national and local events and workshops, Developed engaging presentations and materials, Delivered comprehensive reports to the reporting lead, Shared regular educational write-ups on Workspace
• World Literacy Foundation, 01/01/21, Present, Leveraged social media platforms to raise awareness about child illiteracy, Advocated for mitigation and potential eradication, Developed and implemented engaging content tailored to children, Launched interactive challenges on social media

Only One Earth, SustyVibes, Lectured students of Salawu Abiola Comp. High School about the role every individual has to play in achieving a sustainable environment, 05/01/22, STEMi Makers Africa (School Tour Project), Sensitized High School students on the importance of technology in education, 01/01/21, Bachelor's degree final defense, Optimization and Thermodynamic Studies for the Removal of Crystal Violet Dye from Aqueous Solution, Department of Chemistry, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, 01/01/19, Industrial Training defense, Internship Training under the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), Department of Chemistry, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, 01/01/18

Chairman, Student Chemical Society of Nigeria Electoral Committee (SCSNIEC), FUNAAB, Oversaw the departmental election of over 300 students, Implemented new strategies to conduct a free and fair election, Ensured maximum participation by all electorates

English, Fluent in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing

Umoren, O. D., Mmaduekwe, E. P., Yakub, N. L., Oni C. C., Akpowu, A. G., Ayanleke, T. A., Ekwomadu, A. A., Ojo, T. F., Children's Health Risk of Exposure to Parasitic and Some Heavy Metal Contaminants in Top Soil from Selected Elementary School Playground, In review, 2024, Umoren, O. D., Donatus U. D., Akpowu, A. G., Ayeni, L. A., Aderibigbe, B. S., Alani, O. A., Physicochemical Quality of Groundwater Sources in a University Environment, Dutse Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences (DUJOPAS), 10, 3b, https://www.ajol.info/index.php/dujopas/article/view/281698, 2024, Umoren, O. D., Salaudeen, G., Olowo, S. T., Mohammed, M. A., Akpowu, A. G., Ayanleke, T. A., Bamigbaye O. P., Afolabi T., Physicochemical Quality of Selected Water Sources in Ijeun-Titun and Kuto Communities in Abeokuta Ogun State, South Western Nigeria, Nigerian Journal of Hydrological Sciences, https://www.ajol.info/index.php/njhydrosci/article/view/280317, 2024, Udoisoh M. G., Chimezie N. N., Adeyemi G. S., Ifeanyi-Nze F. O., Akemu I. E., Akpowu G. A., Adache E. M., Ajayi M. F., Omolusi A. E., Iheanacho B. C., Omoseyindemi O. O., Zoum F. A., Afiari O. M., Aiso S. U., Abdullahi K. I., Corrosion Inhibition of Mild Steel by Ethanol Extract of Bitter Leaf (Vernonia amygdalina): Effects of Inhibitor Concentration and Time, Progress in chemical and biochemical research, 225-238, https://www.pcbiochemres.com/article_197988.html, 2024, Iheanacho B. C., Ajoge H. H., Ismail U., Zoum F. A., Okunbi F. O., Edeh C. F., Chimezie N. N., Udoh E. A., Nworie J. O., Oseni T. O., Mark M. U., Akpowu G. A., Kolapo D. A., Odibo A. O., Edun O. J., Zogini U. C., Egwuonwu C. O., A Comprehensive Study on the Production and Characterization of Eco-Friendly Biodegradable Plastic Films from Dent Corn Starch, Archives of Advanced Engineering Science, https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewAAES42022946, 2024, Okon-Akan, A. O., Oluwasogo, O., Olaoye K. O., Omoogun, A., Akpowu, G. A., Opatola, E., Orah, R. F., Efe J. I., Ede, I. C., Oluwadara, T. O., Okolie J. A., Ibrahim, A. O., Remediation of Heavy Metals Using Biomass-Based Adsorbents: Adsorption Kinetics and Isotherm Model, Clean Technol., 5, 934-961, https://doi.org/10.3390/cleantechnol5030047, 2023, Adesanya M. A., Akpowu G. A., Oreniyi S. A., Oladimeji T. F., Adigun A. M., Yaako Y. A., Adanigbo P., Nwokediri D. I., Oluwole C. A., Comparative Study on the Phytochemical Screening and Chemical Composition of Chrysophyllum albidum and Anacardium occidentale leaves cultivated in South-Western Nigeria, International Journal of Science and Technoledge, 10, 10, 3137, https://doi.org.10.24940/theijst/2022/v10/i10/ST2210-005, 2022

• Environmental and Analytical Chemistry
• Material Chemistry (synthesis, characterization, and application)
• Renewable and Clean Energy

• Environmental Hazard and Global Public Health, University of Michigan, Coursera, 2022
• Writing in the Sciences, Stanford University, Coursera, 2022
• Understanding Research Methods, University of London, Coursera, 2022
• Air Pollution - A global Threat to our Health, University of Copenhagen, Coursera, 2022
• Introduction to Molecular Spectroscopy, University of Manchester, Coursera, 2022
• Google Basic Digital Skills Training, 2020
• United Nations Climate Change e-Learn (MOOC), 2020

• Teaching Assistant, Chemistry & Biochemistry Department, George Mason University, 01/01/24, Present, Teach undergraduate chemistry laboratory classes, Proctor and grade exams for chemistry lecture courses, Hold face-to-face office hours every week, Attend weekly departmental meetings for graduate teaching assistants
• Research Assistant, Federal College of Forestry Research, Ibadan, Dr. Okon-Akan, 01/01/24, Present, Collected and analyzed data on modified biomass-based adsorbents' adsorption capacity, porosity, and surface area, Conducted a comprehensive literature review on water treatment technologies and biomass-based adsorbents, Investigated the regenerability of adsorbents, Reviewed and interpreted research findings, Conducted a comparative analysis of various adsorbent materials
• Research Assistant, Chemistry Department, FUNAAB, Prof. Mopelola A. Idowu, 01/01/23, 12/31/24, Used the hot extraction method to extract essential phytochemicals from Albizia adianthifolia plant extract, Prepared Zn and Cu nanoparticles from zinc and copper salt solutions doped with the plant extracts, Prepared samples for XRD analysis and SEM characterization, Monitored and guided undergraduate students, Assisted in reviewing the literature review of undergraduate students
• Research Assistant, Chemistry Department, FUNAAB, Dr. Temilade F. Akinhami, 01/01/22, 12/31/23, Worked with postgraduate students to investigate the human health effects of consuming heavy metals contaminated fish, Collected wastewater samples for pharmaceutical contaminants and heavy metals analyses, Prepared samples for spectroscopic analysis, Demonstrated practical classes to more than 5000 undergraduate students weekly
• Collaborative Research, Organic Chemistry, FUNAAB, 01/01/21, 12/31/22, Conducted in-depth biochemical analysis of plant leaves, Prepared ethanolic leaf extracts of Chrysophyllum albidum and Anacardium occidentale, Performed meticulous digestion of dried leaf samples for mineral analysis, Characterized leaf extracts through proximate composition analysis and phytochemical screening
• Research Assistant, Chemistry Department, FUNAAB, Dr. Abideen I. Adeogun, 01/01/18, 12/31/19, Led a group of five undergraduate students working on the adsorption of crystal violet dye, Prepared chemically modified rice husk for FTIR and point of zero-charge characterization, Prepared rice samples and other reagent solutions for the adsorption process, Helped clean lab equipment and maintenance
• Laboratory Assistant, Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, Ibadan, 01/01/17, 12/31/18, Prepared soil samples for atomic absorption spectrometer and mid-infrared spectrometer analyses, Assisted in routine analysis of soil samples, Set up a water distillation machine for preparing distilled water, Ensured all laboratory equipment were properly cleaned after every analysis