Oluwamayowa received his first degree (BSc) in Chemical Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria in 2010, after which he completed a Master’s degree at University of Leeds in 2013. Oluwamayowa joined the UCL Chemical Engineering in 2013, where he is completing his PhD.
His research interests include process modelling, integrated energy systems, energy storage, process design and optimization of chemical engineering processes.
Research project
Title: Design and Optimization of Integrated Energy Systems for Off-grid Mining Operations
Mining is an energy-intensive continuous process. Mining operations located in remote regions face significant energy problems, since grid electricity is usually unavailable in such locations. Such mines resort to the use of diesel generators, leading to a significant increase in emissions and overall mining cost. Renewable energy is considered to be the most promising solution to the mining industry energy problem. The project investigates the possibility of operating remote mines purely on renewable energy and considers the design of integrated energy generation-storage systems for such operations. The project also considers the effect of renewables variability on the optimal design of energy systems.
Education
BSc in Chemical Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria, 2010.
MSc in Chemical Engineering, University of Leeds, 2013.