Cynthia Nkolika Ibeto
- Country of Origin: Nigeria
- Home University: University of Nigeria Nsukka
- Host University & Country: Lancaster University - United Kingdom
- PhD Title: Post Doc: Impact of digestate from biowastes on plant growth and bioremediation of polluted soil
- Year of Completion: 2019
PhD Overview
Post Doctorate
The impact of digestate on plants growth, and bioremediation of 14C-phenanthrene spiked soil was studied. This was done to assess its relevance to food security and oil spill control. Impact on soil properties were assessed and nutrient uptake, determined. Also, its effect on 14C-phenanthrene mineralization in soil was investigated. The digestate had a positive effect on bioavailability of nutritive metals in the plants and can be a sustainable alternative amendment for the crops. The soil amended with the whole digestate showed a higher rate and extent of mineralization. The digestate which enhanced 14C-phenanthrene mineralization, can be utilized for sustainable bioremediation of oil-contaminated soil.
Sustainability Goals
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
About Me
Cynthia Ibeto is a Professor of Environmental and Analytical Chemistry at the University of Nigeria Nsukka, working on adding value to waste materials via bioremediation. She is a member of UK Research and Innovation Peer Review College, Royal Society International Exchanges Awardee (2023) and National Young Scientists’ Prize winner for Women in Chemical Sciences (2021).