Professor Olarenwaju M. Oyewola is a Full Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. With a Doctor of Philosophy degree, he has established himself as a leading researcher in thermofluids and energy systems, with particular expertise in battery thermal management, renewable energy technologies, and computational fluid dynamics. His research focuses on addressing energy challenges in developing regions, with significant work on solar energy applications in Nigeria and Fiji, battery thermal management systems for electric vehicles, and sustainable energy solutions. Professor Oyewola's expertise spans: Thermofluids and energy systems Hybrid energy technologies Flow perturbation and control Wind and solar energy systems Renewable energy applications in developing contexts Battery thermal management for electric vehicles Professor Oyewola's recent publication record through 2025 demonstrates his active research program, with significant contributions to battery thermal management systems, renewable energy technologies, and sustainable engineering solutions. His work shows a strong trend toward applying artificial intelligence to energy and materials problems, while maintaining a focus on practical engineering solutions for developing regions. His scientific contributions include: 144 publications with over 58,000 reads and 2,124 citations Significant research on battery thermal management systems for electric vehicles Studies on solar energy potential in Nigeria and Fiji Work on renewable energy applications in developing contexts Research on fluid dynamics and heat transfer optimization Professor Oyewola actively supervises graduate students and maintains research collaborations across Africa and with institutions internationally. His work on climate impacts on solar radiation and energy systems demonstrates his commitment to addressing energy challenges in developing regions through rigorous engineering research.

