Prof.Joseph Peter Essien Joins JTR

Professor Essien’s research is profoundly anchored in the Niger Delta’s environmental challenges, particularly the effects of pollution on tropical wetlands and protist interactions. His work on establishing low-level environmental pollutant exposure indicators and biomarkers, particularly for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), has yielded important new insights. Valorizing municipal and agricultural waste is an important aspect of sustainable environmental management, which he explores.

Pollution’s effects on tropical wetlands and protist interactions are central to Professor Essien’s studies on the Niger Delta. His research on low-level environmental pollutant exposure indicators and biomarkers, particularly for PAHs, has provided valuable insights. He discusses valuing municipal and agricultural trash for sustainable environmental management.

Essien is in demand as an environmental consultant when not lecturing. His expertise was employed in various audits and environmental impact assessments (EIAs), including a high-profile Nigerian 5G network deployment project and A Champion Breweries Uyo PLC audit. Infrastructure development, oil and gas, and power generating are among his consulting specialties. He designed and applied bioremediation methods for heavy metal-contaminated soils in the Niger Delta, which helped the region’s ecology recover.

International cooperation and recognition

Professor Essien’s international forums and research collaborations show his global renown. The 13th UNU and GAST Symposium on Environmental Challenges for Urban Cities in Manila, Philippines, was among his international conferences and seminars. Over 138 peer-reviewed academic papers, 2479 Google Scholar citations, and 19 Scopus citations demonstrate his global awareness.

As important in environmental consulting as in academia, Essien has overseen large-scale initiatives to assess and reduce environmental impacts in Nigeria. His study has shaped local HSE (health, safety, and environmental) legislation.

Advice and oversight

Essien chaired accreditation and technical committees. He received the Nigerian National Merit Award for his knowledge gained in the Specialized Committee of Assessors for Science. His mentoring and instruction have helped many of his mentees succeed in environmental microbiology and biotechnology.

Awards and honors.

Essien has won several prizes, including a TetFund Institution-Based Research (IBR) Award. His ranking among Nigeria’s top 100 scientists is a testament to his dedication to research and education.

Personal Life:

Growing four children and working, Essien maintains a healthy work-life balance. Literature, chess, and football are his hobbies, and he is balanced.

Conclusion and Future View

Professor Joseph Peter Essien shows how dedicated study, teaching, and consulting may solve today’s environmental problems. His Niger Delta work has led to sustainable development and scientific achievements. His groundbreaking work in environmental microbiology and biotechnology as a professor, consultant, and researcher will inspire future generations.