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Teaching and Research Area
Environmental microbiology and environmental biotechnology.
Qualifications
PGDE 2012 Usmanu Dan Fodio University, Sokoto
B. Sc. Microbiology 2003 University of Ilorin
M. Sc. Microbiology 2006 University of Ilorin
Ph.D. Microbiology 2018 University of Ilorin
Professional Affiliations
Member, American Society for Microbiology (ASM), USA. 2011-till Date
Member, Nigerian Society for Microbiology (NSM), Nigeria. 2012-till Date
Member, Fulbright Alumni Association of Nigeria (FAAN) 2016 to date
Assistant National Secretary, Society for Experimental Biology of Nigerian (NISEB), Nigeria. 2018-2021
National Secretary, Society for Experimental Biology of Nigeria (NISEB), 2021-2025.
Research Affiliations
Dr. David Olugbenga Adetitun is affiliated with the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, where he serves as a Reader (Associate Professor) specializing in environmental microbiology and environmental biotechnology. He leads the Environmental Toxicology, Petroleum Microbiology Research Group (ETPMRG), which focuses on using microorganisms to address environmental pollution problems, particularly the biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons. His research affiliations also include active participation in collaborative multidisciplinary projects both locally and internationally, supported by his recognition as a Fulbright Scholar and an Association of African Universities Scholar. Dr. Adetitun maintains professional profiles and publication records on platforms such as Scopus, ResearchGate, ORCID, Google Scholar, and ResearcherID, reflecting his engagement with the global scientific community.
Undergraduate Teaching
UIL-MCB102 (2Cr) – Introduction to Microbiology
MCB 206 (3Cr) – Introductory Microbial Ecology
MCB 204 (2Cr) – Microbiological techniques (I)
MCB 311 (2Cr) – Microbiological Techniques (II)
MCB 314 (3Cr) – Microbial Genetics
MCB 315 (3Cr) – Bacteriology
MCB 399 (3Cr) – Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)
MCB 402 (2Cr) – Undergraduate Seminar
MCB 415 (3Cr) – Microbiology of Water and Sewage
MCB 417 (2Cr) – Air Microbiology
MCB 421 (3Cr) – Petroleum Microbiology
MCB 429 (3Cr) – Soil Microbiology
MCB 499 (5Cr) – Undergraduate Project
Postgraduate Teaching
MCB 801 (3Cr) – Graduate Seminar
MCB 824 (3Cr) – Environmental Management
MCB 823 (4Cr) – Environmental Impact Assessment
MCB 807 (3Cr) – Advanced Petroleum Microbiology
MCB 810 (4Cr) – Advanced Water and Sewage Microbiology
Dr. David Olugbenga Adetitun’s research interests are centered on environmental microbiology and environmental biotechnology, with a particular focus on the biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons and other pollutants. He investigates the microbial processes involved in the breakdown and remediation of petroleum contamination, aiming to develop effective bioremediation strategies. His work also includes studying the biodegradation of phenolic compounds in industrial wastewater, exploring how nanoparticles can enhance these microbial degradation processes. Additionally, Dr. Adetitun’s expertise covers petroleum microbiology, microbiology of water and sewage, soil microbiology, and air microbiology. He leads the Environmental Toxicology, Petroleum Microbiology Research Group (ETPMRG) and is actively involved in collaborative research to address environmental pollution problems using microorganisms
Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
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