Dr. Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu
Dr. Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu is a SENIOR LECTURER in CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
My name is Engr. Dr. Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu. A lecturer and researcher in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka. Area of specialization . Corrosion Engineering, Biofuels, separation processes etc.
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Address: | Chemical Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
Department/Sub-Unit: | CHEMICAL ENGINEERING |
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, April, 2019) October, 2013 to October, 2019 Ph.D Chemical Engineering |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, June, 2013) April, 2009 to June, 2013 M. Eng Chemical Engineering |
| 3 | Enugu State University Of Science And Technology, Enugu. (Post-Graduate Degree, October, 2007) October, 1999 to July, 2003 PGD Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering |
| 4 | Institute Of Management And Technology, Enugu. (HND, November, 1996) October, 1994 to November, 1996 H. N.D. Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering |
| 5 | Institute Of Management And Technology, Enugu. (OND, July, 1994) April, 1991 to July, 1994 O. N.D. Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Chairman, Faculty of Engineering June, 2023 to Present |
| 2 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, October, 2021 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 2018 – 2021 October, 2018 to September, 2021 |
| 4 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2015 to October, 2018 |
| 5 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 2014 – 2015 April, 2014 to March, 2015 |
| 6 | Senior Technologist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2012 to April, 2014 |
| 7 | Technologist I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 2009 – 2012 October, 2009 to September, 2012 |
| 8 | Technologist II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2006 to September, 2009 |
| 9 | Teacher, Lady Ibiam Girls Secondary School, Enugu September, 2000 to October, 2005 |
| 10 | N.Y.S.C, Shell Petroleum Development Company Warri September, 1997 to July, 1998 |
| 11 | Industrial Attaché, Nigeria Breweries Plc, Igamnu Lagos October, 1993 to October, 1994 |
| 12 | Industrial Attaché, Eastern Plastics Ltd, Enugu August, 1992 to December, 1992 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ani, M.O., Menkiti, M.C., Emembolu, L.N.,. (2024, March), "Characterizations of a functionalized disused plastic-derived membrane and investigation of the effects of process variables on its adsorptive uptake of Pb2+ from simulated effluent using response surface methodology", Waste Management Bulletin, pp 1 - 45, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wmb.2024.03.005 |
| 2 | Ajali, J. J., & Emembolu, L. N.. (2024, January), "Comparative analysis of solvent extraction of rice bran oil from various sources.", MODESTUM, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 1-6, . https://doi.org/10.29333/ejosdr/13891 |
| 3 | J. J. O. Ajali, V.E. Ojukwu, O. E. Achugbu, C. C. Ejimofor, C. N. Onyenanu, L.N. Emembolu, J.T. Nwabanne. (2023, June), "Investigative Study of Corrosion Inhibition of Newbouldia leavis Extracts on Mild Steel in 1M NaOH and KOH Solutions", International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Vol. 8, (Issue 6), pp 2124-2132 |
| 4 | John Jones Ajali , Stephaine Adanna Umenwa, Isaac Chibuike Okoye, Calister Chimelogo Ejiofor, Chukwunonso Nnanyelum Onyenanu and Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu,. (2023, August), "Catalytic pyrolysis of mixed plastic wastes using commercial grade kaolin and Ukpor clay from Nigeria,", International Journal of science and Research Archive,, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 250-261, https://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2023.9.2.0531 |
| 5 | L. N. Emembolu, S. I. Godwin, C. A. Ohajianya, C. A. Obikwelu, S. P. Umeizuegbu, M. O. Iroakazi1, C. B. Nnaemeka. (2022, June), "Synthetic Oil Production from Waste Plastics", J. Mater. Environ. Sci., Vol. 13, (Issue 6), pp 655 - 664 |
| 6 | Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu, Chinenye Adaobi Igwegbe. (2022, July), "Investigation of Temperature Correlations on Corrosion Inhibition of Carbon Steel in Acid Media by Flower Extract", European J. Eng. App. Sci., Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 29 - 36, DOI: 10.55581/ejeas.1127813 |
| 7 | Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu, Paschal Enyinnaya Ohale, Chijioke Elijah Onu, Nonye Jennifer Ohale. (2022, October), "Comparison of RSM and ANFIS modeling techniques in corrosion inhibition studies of Aspilia Africana leaf extract on mild steel and aluminium metal in acidic medium", Applied Surface Science Advances, Vol. 11, pp 1 -16, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsadv.2022.100316 |
| 8 | 30 C.N. Onyenanu, L. N. Emembolu, C.C. Ejiofor,. (2022, June), "Corrosion Inhibition potentials of A. mossambicensis and E. sonchifolia Leaves' Extracts on Aluminuium in Alkaline Media: Insights from Gravimetric and Electrochemical Studies,", Chemistry Africa, https://doi.org /10.1007/s42250-022-00531-0 |
| 9 | L. N. Emembolu, Achugbu Obioma, O. D. onukwuli. (2022, July), "Bioinhibition of Corrosion of Mild Steel in 1 M NaOH by Ethanolic Extract of Dialium guineense Leaves Using Different Corrosion Techniques,", Manila Journal of Science, Vol. 15, (Issue 2), pp 1-18 |
| 10 | 8. Chinenye Adaobi Igwegbe, Chinedu Josiah Umembamalu, Emmanuel Osuagwu, Stephen Nnanyelugo Oba and Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu,. (2021, ), "Studies On Adsorption Characteristics Of Corn Cobs Activated Carbon For The Removal Of Oil And Grease From Oil Refinery Desalter Effluent In A Downflow Fixed Adsorption Equipment", European Journal of Sustainable Development Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 2 - 14 |
| 11 | 27. Onyenanu, Chukwunonso Nnanyelum & Emembolu L N.. (2021, April), "Effect Of Oxalic Acid Leaching On Photocatalytic Activity Of Natural Sphalerite", IAR Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 77 - 87 |
| 12 | 26. Emembolu L. N., Aniagor, C. O., Umembamalu C. J., and Onyenanu C. N.,. (2021, ), "Electrochemical And Statistical Study Of Inhibition Effect Of Tetracarpidium Conophorum Leaf Extract On Aluminum Corrosion In Acidic Medium,", Safety In Extreme Environment |
| 13 | 4. L. N. Emembolu, O. D. Onukwuli, V. N. Okafor,. (2020, ), "Characterization And Optimization Study Of Epiphyllum Oxypetalum Extract As Corrosion Inhibitor For Mild Steel In 3 M H2SO4 Solutions", World Scientific News,, Vol. 145, pp 256-273 |
| 14 | 6. Emembolu L. N., Igbokwe P.K.. (2020, April), "Inhibition Capability Of Dennettia Tripetala Leaves Extract On Low Carbon Steel In 4 M HCL Solutions", Journal of Basic and Applied Research International, Vol. 26, (Issue 1), pp 23-35 |
| 15 | 6. Emembolu L. N., Igbokwe P.K.. (2020, April), "INHIBITION CAPABILITY OF Dennettia Tripetala LEAVES EXTRACT ON CARBON STEEL IN 4 M HCL SOLUTIONS", Journal of Basic and Applied Research International, Vol. 26, (Issue 1), pp 23-35 |
| 16 | 9. Emembolu, L. N., Onukwuli, O. D., Umembamalu, C. J. and Aniagor, C. O.. (2020, September), "Evaluation Of The Corrosion Inhibitory Effect Of Napoleonaea Imperalis Leaf Extract On Mild Steel In 1.3 M H2SO4 Medium,", Journal of Bio - and Tribo- Corrosion, (Springer), Vol. 6, (Issue 128), pp 1 - 15 |
| 17 | 10. Emembolu, L. N and Onukwuli, O. D.. (2020, ), "Inhibitive Effect And Adsorption Study Of Chromolena Odorata And Aspilia Africana As Corrosion Inhibition Of Zinc In 1 M H2SO4 Solution", Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 108-116 |
| 18 | 11. Emembolu L N, Onyenanu C N,. (2020, ), "Statistical Evaluation Of Calopogonium Mucunoides Leaf Extract As Natural Inhibitor For Mild Steel In Alkaline Media,", International journal of Advanced Research in science, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7, (Issue 7), pp 14313-14319, |
| 19 | 12. L. N. Emembolu, P. K. Igbokwe and C. N. Onyenanu. (2020, ), "Anticorrosion Properties Of Vitex Doniana On Mild Steel In HCl Solution", Journal of Multidisciplinary Engineering Science Studies,, Vol. 6, (Issue 7), pp 3354 – 3362 |
| 20 | 13. L. N. Emembolu, O.D. Onukwuli, V.N. Okafor,. (2020, ), "Modeling And Optimization Mechanism Of Bougainvillea Glabra Flower Extract On Zinc In 2 M Aqueous HCl Using Response Surface Methodology,", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. 7, (Issue 7), pp 38-44. |
| 21 | 14. Emembolu Loveth Nwanneka, Onukwuli Dominic Okechukwu, Igbokwe Philomena Kanwulia,. (2020, May), "Seed Shells As Active And Nontoxic Corrosion Inhibitors For Aluminum In Aggressive Acid Environment", World News of Natural Science, Vol. 31, pp 120-137 |
| 22 | Loveth N. Emembolu*, Dominic O. Onukwuli. (2019, ), "Corrosion Inhibitive Efficacy Of Natural Plant Extracts On Zinc In 0.5 M HCl Solution", The Pharmaceutical and Chemical Journal, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 62 - 70 |
| 23 | 3. Emembolu, L. N. and Onukwuli, O. D.. (2019, ), "Effect Of Dialium Guineense Extracts Tn The Corrosion Inhibition Of Aluminum In Alkaline Solutions,", J. Mater. Environ. Sci., Vol. 10, (Issue 6), pp 495-509 |
| 24 | 5. Aliozo, O. S., Emembolu, L. N. and Onukwuli. (2017, February), "Optimization Of Melon Oil Methyl Ester Production Using Response Surface Methodology", De Gruyter (Biofuels Eng), Vol. 2, pp 1 - 10 |
| 25 | 7. Loveth Nwanneka Emembolu, Joseph Tagbo Nwabanne and Onu Chijioke Elijah. (2017, June), "Kinetic Modeling Of Anaerobic Digestion Of Restaurant Waste Water", British Journal of Applied Science & Technology, Vol. 21, (Issue 4), pp 1 - 12 |
| 26 | 15. Ijomah A.I. and Emembolu L. N.. (2017, May), "Investigation Of The Mechanical Properties Of Al203 Reinforced Al-Cu Piston Alloy Metal Matrix Composite,", World Journal of Engineering Research and Technology,, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 27 - 48. |
| 27 | 16. Ijomah A. I. and Emembolu L.N.. (2017, July), "Effect Of Sic Particulate Reinforcement On Fatigue And Shear Response Of Al-Cu Piston Alloy Metal Matrix Composites", World Journal of Engineering Research and Technology,, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 49 -68 |
| 28 | 17. Ijomah A.I. and Emembolu L. N.,Enthalpy Contribution to Heat of Transport,. (2017, July), "Enthalpy Contribution To Heat Of Transport,", World Journal of Engineering Research and Technology,, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 383 -395. |
| 29 | 26. Loveth N. Emembolu, Joseph T. Nwabanne and Elijah C. Onu and Innocent O. Obiakor,. (2017, October), "Simulation Of Kinetic Model For Anaerobic Digestion Of Pharmaceutical Wastewater", Chemical Science International Journal, Vol. 20, (Issue 3), pp 1-13, |
| 30 | 1. Onukwuli, O.D., Emembolu, L.N., Ude, C.N., Aliozo, S.O., and Menkiti, M.C.,. (2016, March), "Optimization Of Biodiesel Production From Refined Cotton Seed Oil And Its Characteristics", Eyptian Journal of Petroleum ( Elsevier), Vol. 26, pp 103 - 110 |
| 31 | 18. Victor I. Ugonabo, Loveth N. Emembolu, Chinenye A. Igwegbe. (2016, November), "Bio-Coag-Flocculation Of Refined Petroleum Waste Water Using Plant Extract: A Turbidmetric Approach.,", International Journal of Emerging Engineering Research and Technology, Vol. 4, (Issue 11), pp 19-26 |
| 32 | 19. Loveth, N. Emembolu, Chinenye, A. Igwegbe, Victor, I. Ugonabo,. (2016, ), "Effect Of Natural Biomass Treatment On Vegetable Oil Industry Effluent Via Coag-flocculation,", Scholars Middle East Publishers, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 172-179 |
| 33 | 22. Loveth N. Emembolu, Dominic O. Onukwuli, Joseph T. Nwabanne,. (2016, ), "Determination Of Flow Properties Of Refined Cotton Seed Oil Biodiesel", Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research,, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 131-143 |
| 34 | 23. Ude Callistus N., Onukwuli Dominic O., Onwudiro Justina I., Emembolu Loveth N.. (2016, August), "Preparation Of Biodiesel From Non-edible Nigerian Jatropha Curcas Oil: Effects Of Process Parameters And Kinetics Reaction", Sigma Journal of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Vol. 34, (Issue 3), pp 415-437 |
| 35 | 25. Nwodika, C., Onukwuli, O. D., Oderah, R. S., Emembolu, L. N.. (2015, ), "The Adsorption Efficiency Of Chemically Prepared Activated Carbon From Goat Droppings By H2S04 On Malachite Green", Der Chemica Sinica, Vol. 6, (Issue 5), pp 77-85 |
| 36 | 24. Nwodika, C., Onukwuli, O. D., Oderah, R. S., Emembolu, L. N. and Okongwu D. J.,. (2015, September), "Kinetics, Isotherm And Thermodynamics For Adsorption Of Basic Fuchism On Cocoa Pod Husk: Activated Carbon,", International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 1-12 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Loveth N. Emembolu, Chinedu J. Umembamalu, Vivian A. Ebube, Timothy C. Ejiofor, Felicitas U. Iwuchukwu. (2022, February), "Production of Gypsun Ceiling Board from Agro Waste Materials", Faculty of Engineering, pp 44 - 54, PAPER A4 |
| 2 | Emembolu L. N., Oba S. N., Umembamalu C. J.. (2022, February), "Determination of Temperature Effects on Inhibition of Carbon Steel in Acid Media By Flower Extracts", Faculty of Engineering, pp 106 - 120, PAPER A9 |
| 3 | 21. Victor I. Ugonabo, Loveth N. Emembolu, Chinenye A. Igwegbe, Samuel A. Olaitan. (2016, September), "Optimal Evaluation Of Coag-Flocculation Factors For Refined Petroleum Wastewater Using Plant Extrac", Faculty of Engineering , UNIZIK, pp 548 – 557 |
| 4 | 1. Victor I. Ugonabo, Loveth N. Emembolu, Chinenye A. Igwegbe, Samuel A. Olaitan. (2016, September), "Evaluation Of Parametric Response For Xanthosoma Biomass In Vegetable Oil: Industrial Effluent Via Coag-Flocculation", Faculty of Engineering, UNIZIK, pp 538 - 547 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Synthesis of biopolymer functionalized membrane from disused polyethylene water sachet for the purification of simulated effluent." (2023). Ongoing Masters project by Ani Marcellinus Onyekachi (2020216006FB) |
| 2 | "Comparative study of stems and roots of Teflaria occidentalis in corrosion inhibition of MS and Al in acid medium." (2022). Ongoing Masters project by Nnabugwu Tochukwu Edith ( NAU/PG/M.Eng/2018216012F) |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences" (December, 2022) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI)" (May, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Journal of Bio- and Tribo- Corrossion" (August, 2023) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Petroleum Science and Technology" (June, 2023) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Journal of Scientific Research and Reports" (September, 2018) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Masters Examination" (May, 2022 to March, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Adhoc Staff for 2023 Population and Housing Census, "National Population Commission" (January, 2023) |
| 2 | Chairman, Faculty of Engineering Welfare Association (FEGWA), "Faculty of Engineering" (June, 2023) |
| 3 | Postgraduate Supervisor Masters and PGD Programmes, "School of Postgraduate Studies, Unizik" (June, 2021) |
| 4 | Chairman, Taskforce on Beautification and Environmental Clean Up, "Department of Chemical Engineering , UNIZIK" (July, 2021) |
| 5 | Laboratory Co-ordinator, "Department of Chemical Engineering , UNIZIK" (October, 2018) |
| 6 | Member Faculty Students Holidays Work Experience Program (SHWEP), "Faculty of Engineering" (July, 2017 to September, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "International Association of Engineers" - 197190 (member since 2017), https://ww.iaeng.org |
| 2 | Full Member, "The council for the regulation of Engineering in Nigeria" - R. 30,353 (member since 2015), https://www.coren.gov.ng |
| 3 | Full Member, "The Nigerian Society of Engineers" - 24729 (member since 2010), https://www.nse.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conference | |
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| 1 | "Faculty of Engineering International conference 2022", (Faculty of Engineering NAU), 9th February, 2022 to 9th February, 2022; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Workshop | |
| 1 | "Centre for counselling and career development", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 2nd September, 2021 to 2nd September, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Council For The Regulation Of Engineering In Nigeria (COREN) Assembly, Advancing The Frontiers Of Engineering Professionals And Entrenching Professionalism For National Development In Nigeria", (COREN), 9th August, 2021 to 11th August, 2021; Abuja |
| 2 | "Faculty Of Engineering International Conference On Raw Materials Processing And Utilization For Sustainable Development", (Faculty of Engineering), 13th August, 2018 to 14th August, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 3 | "Council For The Regulation Of Engineering In Nigeria (COREN) Assembly On The Nigerian Built Industry: Building A Sustainable Structure With Allied Professionals", (COREN), 6th August, 2018 to 8th August, 2018; Abuja |
| 4 | "Postgraduate Research Workshop For Faculty And Postgraduate Students", (Students of school of postgraduate studies,), 10th November, 2016 to 14th November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 5 | "Postgraduate Research Workshop For Staff And Students Of School Of Postgraduate Studies", (Students of school of postgraduate studies,), 31st October, 2016 to 3rd November, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 6 | "Faculty Of Engineering International Conference On Commercializing Engineering For Diversification In A Developing Economy: Bridging Town And Gown", (Faculty of Engineering), 6th September, 2016 to 7th September, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 7 | "Sensitization Workshop On Intellectual Property And Technology Transfer", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 12th April, 2016 to 13th April, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 8 | "Faculty Of Engineering International Conference On Engineering For Sustainable Development", (Faculty of Engineering), 19th May, 2014 to 20th May, 2014; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 9 | "Faculty Of Engineering Annual Conference On Infrastructural Development And Maintenance In The Nigerian Environment", (Faculty of Engineering), 27th August, 2012 to 28th August, 2012; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |