Professor at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife , Nigeria
Prof. Felix Samuel Olise, born on August 13, 1971, is a Nigerian nuclear physicist with expertise in engineering physics and environmental pollution. He obtained his BSc, MSc, and PhD from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Nigeria, specializing in nuclear physics and material science. With a deep commitment to academia, Prof. Olise has made significant contributions to atomic and nuclear analytical techniques, particularly in environmental impact assessments. He has supervised numerous postgraduate theses and actively collaborates with international research institutions, including iThemba Labs in South Africa and the University of Lisbon in Portugal. His extensive research has resulted in over 50 peer-reviewed publications, and he is a regular reviewer for prominent scientific journals. Prof. Olise’s ongoing research focuses on optimizing XRF and PIXE techniques for industrial applications, with an emphasis on environmental pollution and artisanal mining impacts.
Profile:
Education:
Prof. Felix Samuel Olise holds an extensive educational background in engineering physics, having pursued all his degrees from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Nigeria. He completed his PhD in Engineering Physics, Nuclear Engineering Science Option, in 2009, with a dissertation focused on elemental analysis of tailings from tin mining areas in Jos, Nigeria, using ion beam and neutron activation techniques. His MSc, awarded in 2004, was in Environmental Physics, where he studied the concentration of toxic metals in ambient air in Lagos and Ile-Ife using the Total Reflection X-ray Fluorescence (TXRF) technique. Prof. Olise earned his BSc in 1995 in Engineering Physics, specializing in Materials Science, with a dissertation on the optical characterization of lithium-nickel oxide thin films. His rigorous academic training has equipped him with the expertise to lead cutting-edge research in nuclear physics and environmental pollution assessment.
Professional experience:
Prof. Felix Samuel Olise has garnered extensive experience in the field of engineering physics, particularly in the development and application of atomic and nuclear analytical techniques. Over the years, he has collaborated with international research centers such as iThemba Labs in South Africa and the University of Lisbon in Portugal. He has been a resource person for various training workshops, including courses on radiation protection for the petroleum industry and for the Nigeria Nuclear Regulatory Agency. Prof. Olise has supervised over 20 MSc theses and currently oversees the research of two PhD candidates. His professional accomplishments include contributions to environmental pollution studies, particularly in assessing the impact of artisanal mining activities. As a prolific researcher, Prof. Olise has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and has been actively involved in organizing national and international scientific conferences, as well as serving as a reviewer for leading journals in his field.
Research focus:
Prof. Felix Samuel Olise’s research focus lies in the fields of atomic and nuclear physics, with a specific emphasis on the environmental impact of human activities, such as artisanal mining. His work primarily involves the development and application of nuclear analytical techniques, including Total Reflection X-ray Fluorescence (TXRF) and Proton Induced X-ray Emission (PIXE), for the detection and analysis of toxic metals and radionuclides. Prof. Olise is also engaged in optimizing these techniques for broader applications in science and industry. His research has a strong focus on biomonitoring heavy metal emissions from industrial processes, particularly secondary iron and steel smelting. Additionally, Prof. Olise is involved in pre-equilibrium nuclear reaction cross-section calculations and L-shell ionization studies. Through his research, he aims to address pressing environmental challenges while contributing to the advancement of nuclear physics and its practical applications in environmental pollution assessment.
Awards and Honors:
Prof. Felix Samuel Olise has been recognized with several prestigious awards and grants throughout his academic career. Notable among them is the Nigerian Education Trust Fund (ETF) Travel Grant, which supported his participation at the 22nd International Conference on the Application of Accelerators in Research & Industry in Texas, USA, in 2012. He has also received travel grants from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for conferences in the UK (2010), Brazil (2013), and the USA (2013). His research fellowship, awarded by TWAS-UNESCO, allowed him to work at iThemba Labs in South Africa between 2012 and 2015. Prof. Olise’s contributions to the scientific community are further recognized through his role as a reviewer for several international journals and his collaboration with various research institutions. These accolades reflect his dedication to advancing nuclear physics and its application in environmental science.
Publication Top Notes:
- Calculation of 9Be and 12C thick targets neutron yields from particle accelerator-induced nuclear reactions using PHITS code
Authors: Olise, F.S., Omowumi, N.O.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 0
- Spatial-temporal variation and local source identification of air pollutants in a semi-urban settlement in Nigeria using low-cost sensors
Authors: Owoade, O.K., Abiodun, P.O., Omokungbe, O.R., Jones, R.L., Hopke, P.K.
Publication Year: 2021
Citations: 15
- Seasonal Variation, Pollution Indices and Trajectory Modeling of Bio-monitored Airborne Particulate Around Two Smelting Factories in Osun State, Nigeria
Authors: Olise, F.S., Ogundele, L.T., Olajire, M.A., Owoade, O.K.
Publication Year: 2020
Citations: 2
- Calculated proton-induced L-shell ionisation and X-ray production cross sections for Tc, Pm, Os, Po, At, Rn, Ra and Ac
Authors: Aladese, A.D., Olise, F.S.
Publication Year: 2020
Citations: 2
- Proton induced L-shell cross-sections for some post-transition metals: A comparison of ECPSSR and SCA models
Authors: Olise, F.S., Nana, F.I., Aladese, A.D.
Publication Year: 2020
Citations: 1
- Variations in elemental and radiometric concentrations of soils around a mining site in Southwestern Nigeria
Authors: Olise, F.S., Ajayi, O.O., Ezeh, G.C., Owoade, O.K.
Publication Year: 2020
Citations: 0
- Contamination and source identification of the elemental contents of soil samples from municipal and medical waste Dumpsites in Ile-Ife, Nigeria
Authors: Owoade, M.O.K., Ogundele, L.T., Olise, F.S., Ezeh, G.C., Hopke, P.K.
Publication Year: 2020
Citations: 1
- Biomonitoring of environmental pollution in the vicinity of iron and steel smelters in southwestern Nigeria using transplanted lichens and mosses
Authors: Olise, F.S., Ogundele, L.T., Olajire, M.A., Fawole, O.G., Ezeh, G.C.
Publication Year: 2019
Citations: 14
- Morpho-physiological characteristics of Vigna unguiculata [L.] Walp grown in a controlled environment using effluents from a beverage bottling company
Authors: Abiodun, O.P., Owoade, O.K., Oladipo, O.T., Fawole, O.G., Olise, F.S.
Publication Year: 2019
Citations: 5
Conclusion:
Prof. Felix Samuel Olise is a highly accomplished researcher with a distinguished record in nuclear physics. His extensive academic background, numerous high-impact publications, international collaborations, and commitment to mentoring young scholars make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His global recognition through prestigious grants and his professional contributions to the scientific community further solidify his eligibility. While there is room for expanding his research collaborations and outreach efforts, Prof. Olise’s work undoubtedly contributes to the advancement of nuclear science and its applications, positioning him as a leader in his field.