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About me
Ph.D. Candidate | Chemical Engineer @ Univ. of Notre Dame | Energy Efficiency | Sustainable Energy Solutions
Education

University of Port Harcourt
2014 - 2016Master of Engineering - MEng Petroleum Engineering 4.09/5.00• Major Coursework: Rig Operations and Rig HSE Protocols, Onshore Pipeline Engineering, Refining and Petrochemicals, Reservoir Fluid Management, Enhanced Oil Recovery, Fluid Mechanics Flow Assurance etc.• Relevant Coursework: Subsea Production Systems, Project Management, Well Test Design Operations, Metering and Allocation, etc.

University of Port Harcourt
2016 - 2017Master of Science - MS Gas, Refining and Petrochemicals 4.54/5.00• Major Coursework: Energy Systems, Crude Oil Processing, Natural Gas Industry and Processes, Conversion and Petroleum Process, Heat Exchange Discharge System, etc.• Relevant Coursework: Polymer Technology, Process Modelling and Simulation, Reaction System Design, Project Management, etc.

University of Notre Dame
2021 - 2025Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Chemical Engineering 3.73/4.00
Ahmadu Bello University
2007 - 2011B.Eng Chemical Engineering Chemical EngineeringActivities and Societies: Five pointers’ Club • Major Coursework: Plant Design, Petroleum Reservoir Engineering, Environmental Pollution Engineering, Polymer Processing, Process Optimisation, Petrochemical Science and Technology, etc.• Relevant Coursework: Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Reaction Engineering, Engineering Statistics, etc.
Experience

Afrotec Industries.
May 2006 - Aug 2006Assistant Operator• Operated in the mixing room and loaded PVC feed formulations into the hopper to assist in producing plastic pipes at Afrotec Industries.• Conducted quality assurance checks to ensure pipe thickness and texture met specifications, showcasing attention to detail.• Managed scrapping and crushing of defective pipes for reuse in injection molding, emphasizing material efficiency and sustainability.

Mouka Limited
Jun 2010 - Nov 2010Student Intern• Assisted in ensuring adherence to safety protocols and chemical handling regulations.• Supported environmental initiatives by tracking and reporting on emissions, waste, and solvent recovery.• Learned and applied environmental regulations related to hazardous materials and waste management.

CSS, Enugwuabo-Ufuma, Anambra State
Mar 2012 - Mar 2013Corp MemberTaught high school chemistry and mathematics

Port Harcourt Refining Company (NNPC Subsidiary)
May 2013 - Mar 2020• Monitored and controlled process lines & equipment in the Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit, ensuring smooth handover to incoming shifts.• Provided technical support for catalyst performance evaluation, selection, and change out, contributing to efficient start-ups.• Ensured timely arrival, rigging up, and testing of equipment and materials, reducing operational risks. • Conducted routine performance checks on pumps and equipment to ensure optimal functionality.• Issued PTW system and prepared worksites for maintenance crew, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.• Responded to process alarms and assisted in emergency situations, showcasing quick thinking and problem-solving skills.• Trained subordinate staff in start-up/shutdown activities, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
Process Operations Engineer, Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit
Jul 2018 - Mar 2020Process Operations Engineer, Oil Movement & Storage
May 2013 - Jul 2018

Science Solutions
Apr 2020 - Aug 2020Science Instructor
University of Notre Dame
Jan 2021 - nowChemical engineer who’s passionate about energy solutions that meet present-day needs and build a sustainable environment for future generations.
Doctoral Chemical Engineer
Jan 2023 - nowGraduate Research And Teaching Assistant
Jan 2021 - Jan 2023
Licenses & Certifications

Registered Engineer
The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria, CORENApr 2020
Proficiency Certificate in Management (PCM)
Nigerian Institute of ManagementFeb 2013
Enhancing Productivity with MS Excel and Excel Macros (SPE S103)
Jan 2013
Health Safety and Environment Competence Level3 (Supervision)
NISP/SPDCSept 2012
Health Safety and Environment Competence Level2 (Appreciation)
NISP/SPDCAug 2012
Certificate of Achievement
IFP SchoolMay 2019- View certificate

CISTAR_Innovation_Academy_2022
CISTAR NSF Engineering Research CenterApr 2022 
Member
National Registry of Environmental ProfessionalsOct 2016
Educational Credentials Assessment (ECA)
World Education ServicesOct 2023
Education Credentials Assessment (ECA)
World Education ServicesMar 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanOutstanding Presentation Award COSE Research Horizons Symposium Dec 2024 Out of the two presentation awards for more than 80 conference participants
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanBest Poster Award NSF Engineering Research Center CISTAR Oct 2024
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanJanice Lumpkin Travel Award American Institute of Chemical Engineer Oct 2024 Distinguished award to attend the conference
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanNotebaert Professional Development Award University of Notre Dame Oct 2024 Conference travel support to attend 2024 AIChE Annual Meeting
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanBest Poster Award Notre Dame Energy Symposium Apr 2024
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanFrazier Thompson Research Award University of Notre Dame Oct 2023 Distinguished award for exceptional graduate research
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanAdvancing Science Conference Grant National Org. for Black Chemists & Chem. Engineers (NOBCChE) Sep 2023 Support to attend NOBCChE
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanEdison Innovation Fellowship IDEA Center, University of Notre Dame Aug 2023 Technology commercialization award for Innovative Science Research
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanPredoctoral Research Fellowship Center for Environmental Science and Technology (CEST), University of Notre Dame May 2023 Recognition for excellent research progress
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanZahm Professional Development Award University of Notre Dame Feb 2023 Conference travel support to attend ACS Spring 2023 Meeting
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanGraduate Student Government Conference Presentation Grant University of Notre Dame Jan 2023
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanEilers Graduate Fellowship for Energy-Related Research Center for Sustainable Energy at Notre Dame (ND Energy),University of Notre Dame Dec 2022 Recognition of outstanding research
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanGraduate Fellow CISTAR NSF Engineering Research Center Apr 2021
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanPTDF Graduate Scholarship - 2017 Award for the top 1% of students studying oil and gas-related courses in Nigeria
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanChemical Engineering Graduation Class Award of Special Recognition - 2011
- Awarded to Agboola SuleimanPTDF Undergrad Scholarship - 2009 Award for the top 1% of students studying oil and gas-related courses in Nigeria
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Demonstrator, Annual Science Alive Exhibition Fair
Issued by St. Joe County Public Library on Feb 2023
Associated with Agboola SuleimanResearch Mentor For Undergrads
Issued by Center for Sustainable Energy at the University of Notre Dame on May 2022
Associated with Agboola SuleimanJudge
Issued by Northern Indiana Regional Science and Engineering Fair (NIRSEF) for High School Students on Feb 2022
Associated with Agboola SuleimanGraduate Recruiter @NSBE 2024
Issued by University of Notre Dame on Mar 2024
Associated with Agboola SuleimanGraduate Recruiter @NOBCChE 2023
Issued by University of Notre Dame on Sept 2023
Associated with Agboola SuleimanLead Mentor, Department 1st-Year Grad Mentorship Program
Issued by University of Notre Dame on Aug 2023
Associated with Agboola SuleimanMentor, Research Experience for Teachers
Issued by CISTAR NSF Engineering Research Center on Jun 2023
Associated with Agboola SuleimanChair, Professional Development Committee of Graduate Student Government
Issued by University of Notre Dame on Jun 2022
Associated with Agboola SuleimanDepartment Representative, Graduate Student Government
Issued by University of Notre Dame on Jun 2022
Associated with Agboola SuleimanPresident
Issued by Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (ABU, Zaria) on Jan 2010
Associated with Agboola SuleimanPresident
Issued by 5Pointers club, ABU, Zaria on Jan 2010
Associated with Agboola SuleimanRepresentative
Issued by PTDF LSS Scholars, ABU Zaria on Jan 2009
Associated with Agboola SuleimanChemistry Lab Prefect
Issued by Igbo-Owu Secondary School, Mushin on Jan 2004
Associated with Agboola Suleiman
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