معرفی
Olamide Shittu is a Circular Economy Research Fellow at Swinburne University of Technology's Centre for Urban Transitions. He holds a PhD in urban sustainability transitions from Swinburne, supported by the Swinburne University Postgraduate Research Award (SUPRA). His research focuses on transitioning cities to circular economies through household activities and business model innovations. Key contributions include the CE-MAP framework for circular transition assessment and leading the Plastics and Packaging Stream in the Circular Economy Research Network Asia-Pacific (CERN-APac).
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy (Swinburne University of Technology, Australia)
- Master of Science (University of Ibadan, Nigeria)
- Bachelor of Science (University of Ibadan, Nigeria)
Research Interests: Olamide explores sustainability transitions, circular economy governance, and cross-sectoral collaborations. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in plastics management, supply chain sustainability, and socio-technical innovation. Recent projects include advising the City of Boroondara on circular economy strategies and evaluating Victorian businesses' adoption of circular models.
Grants & Contracts:
- Circular Diagnostics Assessment Tool for Businesses (Multiple Australian Councils, 2025)
- Victoria Circular Activator (VCA) Business Model Research
Awards:
- HDR Student Achievement Award (2022)
- PhD Travel Research Grant (2019)
- African Studies Postgraduate Travel Grant (2019)
Professional Roles: Member of the Scientists’ Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty, Circular Economy Research Network Asia-Pacific, and African Studies Association of Australasia and the Pacific. He also serves as a reviewer for Housing Studies and assessor for the Australian Research Council.
