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Dr. Fredrick Mwema is a Researcher at Northumbria University, UK, since March 2023, focusing on high entropy thin film materials for extreme condition applications. He is also a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT), Kenya, currently on leave. He has held leadership roles as Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Centre for Nano Materials and Nanoscience Research Center at DeKUT.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Johannesburg (2019)
His research spans thin films, surface engineering, material characterization, finite element modeling, and advanced manufacturing, including 3D printing. At Northumbria, he is advancing high entropy alloy thin films. He has published over 100 articles, authored four books, and filed two IPs with KIPI.
The recent publications reflect a strong focus on thin film deposition, additive manufacturing, injection molding optimization, and advanced materials characterization, utilizing computational modeling and experimental techniques.
Scientific Affiliations:
- Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Member, International Association of Engineers (IAENG)
- Graduate Engineer, Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
Dr. Mwema has supervised over 100 undergraduate students, 5 completed Master’s students, and currently mentors 4 Ph.D. and 5 Master’s students. He has secured research experience through visiting positions at the University of Southampton, BIUST (Botswana), and IIT Kharagpur (India). He also serves as an external examiner for postgraduate theses since 2022.
Laboratories and Research Centers:
- Centre for Nano Materials and Nanoscience Research Center, DeKUT (Former Director)
- Research labs at Northumbria University (current affiliation)
