Mr. Jacob Adedeji | Transportation Engineering | Best Researcher Award Posted on 08/06/202411/06/2024 by sciencefather Mr. Jacob Adedeji | Transportation Engineering | Best Researcher Award Lecturer, Durban University of Technology, South Africa Mr. Jacob Adedeji, a distinguished Lecturer in Transportation Engineering at Durban University of Technology, South Africa, has been honored with the prestigious Best Researcher Award. 🏆 His innovative contributions and groundbreaking research in the field have set new standards, enhancing both academic excellence and practical applications in transportation engineering. 🌍🚗 Mr. Adedeji’s dedication and commitment to advancing knowledge and solving real-world problems make him a standout figure in his discipline. This award reflects his outstanding achievements and unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries of engineering. 🎓🔧 Durban University of Technology is proud to celebrate his success and contributions. 🎉 PROFILE Scopus EDUCATION Mr. Jacob Adedeji is currently pursuing his Doctor of Engineering in Civil Engineering at the Central University of Technology, Free State. 🎓🛠️ He holds a Magister Technologiae in Civil Engineering from the same institution, earned in 2015. 🌟 Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Nigeria, in 2009. 📘🇳🇬 His academic journey began with a Senior Secondary School Certificate from the School of Science in Imesi-Ile, Nigeria, completed in 2004. 📜📚 Mr. Adedeji’s educational background showcases his dedication and expertise in the field of civil engineering. 🌍🔧 WORK EXPERIENCE Mr. Jacob Adedeji is a dedicated lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering at Durban University of Technology, Midlands Campus, since 2019. 🌟📘 He teaches courses such as Transport Technology B, Civil Engineering Methods, Pavement Technology, and Construction Material Technology IV. His responsibilities include teaching, assessment, invigilation, and script marking. 📝👨🏫 Previously, he served as a part-time lecturer at the Central University of Technology, Free State, where he taught various civil engineering and construction courses from 2015 to 2019. 🏗️📚 His professional experience also includes roles as a site and maintenance engineer in Nigeria, demonstrating his practical expertise in the field. 🌍🏢 Students and colleagues highly regard him for his engaging teaching style and commitment to their academic success. 🎓👏 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Mr. Jacob Adedeji is an accomplished academic in the field of civil engineering. 🏗️📚 At the Central University of Technology, Free State, he co-supervised a B. Tech study on reducing material wastage on construction sites using alternative materials in South Africa. 🌍🛠️ At Durban University of Technology, he mentors a Master’s study on the influence of ICT on road user behavior in Bloemfontein. 📱🚦 Currently, he is pursuing his doctoral research on using dynamic cone penetrometer results in finite element design for low volume roads. His Master’s thesis explored flexible pavement design with fly ash as a stabilizer, and his honor’s thesis investigated salt contamination’s effect on laterite soil. 🔬✨ HONORS & AWARDS Mr. Jacob Adedeji has received numerous accolades throughout his academic career. 🌟 He was awarded the National Research Foundation Innovation Doctoral Block Grant in both 2017 and 2018. 🎓✨ Additionally, he received the Research & Innovation Scholarship for his Master’s studies at the Central University of Technology, Free State, in 2014 and 2015. 📘🏆 His dedication and excellence were also recognized with a National Youth Service Corps Commendation Certificate in 2011. 🏅👏 These awards highlight his commitment to research and innovation in the field of civil engineering. 🌍🔧 MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES Mr. Jacob Adedeji is a recognized professional in civil engineering. 🏗️ He became a Candidate Engineering Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) in 2015. 📜✨ In 2016, he furthered his professional standing by joining the South African Institution of Civil Engineers (SAICE) as an Associate Member. 🌟👷 These affiliations demonstrate his commitment to maintaining high standards and continuous development in the engineering profession. 🌍🔧 Mr. Adedeji’s involvement with these esteemed organizations underscores his dedication to excellence and professional growth in civil engineering . 📚🏅 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT – RESEARCH RELATED Mr. Jacob Adedeji brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the field of transportation engineering and urban planning. 🚀 As an External Moderator for Transportation Engineering at Cape Peninsula University of Technology and for Urban Planning and Design at the University of South Africa, he ensures academic rigor and excellence in course delivery. His role as Entrepreneurship Coordinator at Durban University of Technology underscores his commitment to fostering innovation within the civil engineering domain. As Deputy Departmental Research Chair, he spearheaded groundbreaking research initiatives, while his tenure as Postgraduate Representative demonstrates his dedication to student advocacy and academic development. Mr. Adedeji’s active involvement in national competitions and research committees reflects his passion for advancing engineering education and research. 🌟 PUBLICATIONS TOP NOTES “Evaluating the Current State of Pedestrian Facilities in Peri-Urban and Urban Areas: A Case Study of Pietermaritzburg City” “Machine Learning for Road Traffic Accident Improvement and Environmental Resource Management in the Transportation Sector” “A Study on Indirect Tensile Strength for the Determination of Resilient Modulus of Warm Mix Asphalt” “Risk Analysis of Drivers’ Distraction: Effect of Navigation Tools”“Evaluating the Performance of Warm Mix Asphalt Incorporating Recycled Asphalt Pavement Treated Bases” “Reaction Behaviour of Drivers to Road Markings: Case Study of Main South Road Lesotho – N8 Road South Africa” “Performance Evaluation of Ultra-Thin Pavement Seals in Low-Volume Roads” “Modeling of Tree-Roots Effects on Pavement Stresses and Strains” “Modeling of Fly Ash Stabilized Base Layers”