Biography:
Dr. Ernestine Atangana is an environmental chemist and researcher at the Centre for Environmental Management, University of the Free State (UFS), specialising in waste valorisation, water quality assessment, and sustainable resource management. She holds a PhD in Environmental Science from the Central University of Technology and multiple chemistry degrees from UFS. Her research focuses on developing biopolymer-based adsorbents for wastewater treatment and integrating modelling, chemistry, and sustainability science to address water pollution challenges in Africa. She has published over 25 peer-reviewed articles and 2 book chapters in high-impact international journals, with her work earning more than 440 citations and recognition through NRF, NAS, and TIA-funded projects. An experienced postgraduate supervisor and Guest Editor for Polymers (MDPI), Dr. Atangana’s contributions advance green chemistry and environmental innovation, aligning closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals 6, 12, and 13 to promote clean water, responsible production, and climate resilience across Africa.
Title : Covalent crosslinking of cellulose-chitosan biopolymers via aldehyde linkers: Synthesis, characterization, and enhanced antibacterial functionality