Assoc. Prof. Dr Segun Talabi, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, United States
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🎓 Education
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Segun Talabi is a distinguished materials scientist and engineer 🏗️ with an outstanding academic background. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering (2020) from Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Brazil 🎖️, following a Master’s degree in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (Distinction, 5.00/5.00) from the University of Lagos (2011) 🏅. He completed his B.Eng. (CGPA 4.32/5.00) from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (2008) ⚙️. Additionally, he is a Registered Engineer with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria 🔬. His strong academic foundation fuels his innovative contributions to materials science and engineering 🚀.
👨🏫 Professional Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Segun Talabi is an accomplished materials engineer and academic leader 🏗️. Currently, he is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, USA (2023–Present) 🔬, contributing to advanced materials research and additive manufacturing. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria 🎓, where he held various academic roles, including Senior Lecturer and Lecturer (2012–2024). His industry experience includes serving as Production Supervisor at Nigerian Foundries Limited (2012) ⚙️. Additionally, he has played key administrative roles, serving on committees for accreditation, faculty library management, and student industrial training coordination 📚. His dedication to research, education, and industry collaboration continues to shape the future of materials engineering 🚀.
🏆 Scholarships, Prizes & Grants
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Segun Talabi has received prestigious scholarships, research grants, and academic awards 🎖️ in recognition of his exceptional contributions to materials engineering 🏗️. He was awarded the University of Ilorin Senate Research Grant (2023) for developing smokeless composite briquettes and received National Research Fund (NRF) Grants (2021) for studies on food contamination and lithium ore beneficiation 🔬. He secured the Twas-CNPq Ph.D. Fellowship (Italy-Brazil, 2016–2020) and a Training Fellowship at the University of São Paulo (2019) 🌍. His excellence earned him the Best Graduating Student Award (2011) and multiple Deans’ List Distinctions 📚, showcasing his academic brilliance and research impact 🚀.
🛠️ Skills & Expertise
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Segun Talabi possesses expert-level comprehension and communication skills 🗣️, enabling effective scientific collaboration and knowledge dissemination 📚. He is highly proficient in computer applications and specialized software 💻, including Microsoft Office, OriginPro, Spectragryph, Avantage, Search-Match, and GATAN, essential for data analysis and materials research 🔬. His expertise extends to state-of-the-art material characterization techniques and advanced manufacturing processes ⚙️, driving innovative solutions in materials science. His strong analytical abilities and hands-on experience make him a valuable asset in both academic and industrial research 🚀.
🔬 Research Focus
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Segun Talabi’s research revolves around environmentally sustainable materials, polymeric biocomposites, and advanced material processing 🌱⚙️. His work explores the integration of animal-based fillers and fibers in polymeric composites to develop eco-friendly and high-performance materials 🌍. He specializes in thermomechanical processing of chitosan citrate-based materials, injection-molded polypropylene composites, and hybrid fiber-reinforced polymers 🏗️. His studies on food grinding disc corrosion and thermoplastic starch production provide innovative solutions for sustainable manufacturing and material durability 🔬. His expertise in nanofiber reinforcement, biodegradable polymers, and composite processing is shaping the future of green materials and polymer engineering 🚀.
📄 Publications
Study of Mechanical Behaviour of Coconut Shell Reinforced Polymer Matrix Composite 🌰⚙️
👨🏫 Authors: J.O. Agunsoye, S.I. Talabi, O.S. Sanni
📖 Journal: Journal of Minerals and Materials Characterization and Engineering 11 (8) (2012)
📊 Citations: 173
Effect of Welding Variables on Mechanical Properties of Low Carbon Steel Welded Joint 🔥🔩
👨🏫 Authors: S.I. Talabi, O.B. Owolabi, J.A. Adebisi, T. Yahaya
📖 Journal: Production Engineering Institute (PEI), Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (2014)
📊 Citations: 135
Effect of Mercerization on the Mechanical and Thermal Response of Hybrid Bagasse Fiber/CaCO₃ Reinforced Polypropylene Composites 🌱🏗️
👨🏫 Authors: I.O. Oladele, I.O. Ibrahim, A.D. Akinwekomi, S.I. Talabi
📖 Journal: Polymer Testing 76, 192-198 (2019)
📊 Citations: 72
Effects of Palm Kernel Shell on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Recycled Polyethylene/Palm Kernel Shell Particulate Composites 🌴⚙️
👨🏫 Authors: J.O. Agunsoye, S.I. Talabi, A.A. Obe, I.O. Adamson
📖 Journal: Journal of Minerals and Materials Characterization and Engineering 11 (8), 825 (2012)
📊 Citations: 53
The Effects of Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Shell) on the Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Recycled Waste Aluminium Can Composites 🥥🔩
👨🏫 Authors: J.O. Agunsoye, S.I. Talabi, S.A. Bello, I.O. Awe
📖 Journal: Tribology in Industry 36 (2), 155-162 (2014)
📊 Citations: 49
Mechanical Properties and Tribological Behaviour of Recycled Polyethylene/Cow Bone Particulate Composite 🦴🔬
👨🏫 Authors: J.O. Agunsoye, S.I. Talabi, O. Awe, H. Kelechi
📖 Journal: Journal of Materials Science Research 2 (2), 41 (2013)
📊 Citations: 38
These publications highlight Prof. Talabi’s expertise in polymer composites, tribology, and materials engineering, making significant contributions to sustainable materials and advanced manufacturing 🚀.