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Mary Mambwe
Country of origin: Zambia Currently in: Zambia, Chingola General field of specialization: Chemical Sciences-
Degrees
2018 Master Chemical Sciences -
Current Research Activities
Chemical Sciences
Assessment of the Feasibility of Using Locally Available Clay Inorganic Materials in the Photochemical Oxidation of Oil Waste and Spillage: A Case of Mopani Copper Mines.
Publications resulting from Research:
Mambwe, M.; Kalebaila, K.K.; Johnson, T., (2021). Remediation technologies for oil-contaminated soil. Global J. Environ. Sci. Manage., 7(3): 1-20.
Current profession
Current professional activities type:TeachingHigher Education StudyPhotochemical oxidation is an ecologically friendly treatment technique for oil-contaminated soils as it employs the principles of sustainable green chemistry technologies because it breaks down oil to a point where only biodegradable compounds are left behind. The principal aim of this research is to develop locally abundant nano clay materials in conjunction with using sunlight to hasten the decomposition of oil waste/spills from the mines in Zambia. The research provides solutions that will lead to sustainable mining in relation to soil pollution management. It is necessary to develop applied nanochemistry as a home-grown and eco-friendly technology which is consistent with sustainable development so that the environment is preserved. The proposed study will help to generate relevant knowledge and solutions required to mitigate problems of soil contamination from oil waste from mining activities.
Workshop and Conference Attended
2020 Zambia International Postgraduate Research Conference-IPREC2020Affiliations
Kapasa Makasa UniversityPresentation given
2020Assessment of the Feasibility of Using Local Available Clay Inorganic Materials in the Photochemical Oxidation of Oil Waste and Spillage: A Case of Mopani Copper Mines.Kitwe, ZambiaEvent: International Postgraduate Research Conference-IPREC2020