جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Infectious Diseases
• Viral Hepatitis
• Tuberculosis
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Dorcas Ohui Owusu is a Lecturer in the Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana. She holds a Ph.D. in Immunology, MPhil in Microbiology, and BSc. in Molecular Biology, and is actively involved in teaching undergraduate courses and supervising postgraduate research. Her research focuses on infectious diseases, particularly viral hepatitis and tuberculosis, with emphasis on identifying disease mechanisms and biomarkers that can improve patient outcomes. Key interests include investigating components of disease aetiology and management that influence health outcomes, and studying biomarkers responsible for immune dynamism in different patient conditions. Her dissertation explored immune markers in spontaneous recovery from viral hepatitis (HCV) infection. Dr. Owusu's recent publications show significant contributions to understanding tuberculosis immunopathology, HIV co-infections, and molecular mechanisms of liver disease. Her work frequently employs molecular detection techniques (PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, Line Probe Assay, Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification) and immunoassays (EIA, Flow Cytometry, Cytometric Bead Array). She is currently the principal investigator for KNUST Research Funding (KREF-7), optimizing molecular assays for M. perstans identification in Ghanaian samples, and investigating viral hepatitis and HIV co-infections to develop better management strategies. Ghana Science Association Immunology Society Ghana WiSTEM Ghana American Society for Microbiology Dr. Owusu is actively mentoring students through thesis supervision and has developed expertise in molecular and immunological techniques for infectious disease research in the Ghanaian context.

Hemaka Bandulasenaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microfluidics
• Biofuel Production
• Plasma-Assisted Biomass Processing
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Hemaka Bandulasena is a Reader in Chemical Engineering and Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering at Loughborough University's School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering. His academic journey began with a BSc Eng (Hons) from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, followed by a PhD in 'Microfluidic Inference of Rheology of Complex Fluids' from the University of Sheffield in 2008. After three years as a post-doctoral researcher at Sheffield, he joined Loughborough University in 2012 as a lecturer, progressing to Senior Lecturer in 2016, Reader in 2022, and Head of Department in 2025. He previously served as Director of Doctoral Programmes from 2019-2022. BSc Eng (Hons), University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka PhD, University of Sheffield, UK (2008) ILM Level 3 Award in Coaching ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management His research focuses on sustainable chemical engineering solutions, particularly in microfluidics, biofuel production, and plasma-assisted biomass processing. Key research groups include Net Zero, Biotechnology and Healthcare, and Sustainable Manufacturing and Circular Economy. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical applications in renewable energy and waste valorization. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on microbubble technology for bioethanol production, plasma-based pretreatment of lignocellulosic biomass, and fundamental studies of gas-liquid interfaces. His research consistently targets process intensification for sustainable manufacturing, with recurring themes in continuous processing, thermophilic fermentation, and novel reactor design for renewable energy applications. Senior Moulton Medal (2009) - Best paper published by IChemE Hemaka Bandulasena holds multiple professional affiliations including Chartered Engineer, Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers, and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His collaborative network spans 50+ co-authors across institutions including University of Sheffield, Stanford University, and Claude Bernard University Lyon 1. Current research focuses on biofuels and biochemicals with active laboratory work in microfluidics and plasma reactors.