Institute of Nuclear Chemistry and Technology, Poland.
Stephen Ochieng Kabasa is a highly skilled researcher and graduate from the University of Nairobi, with an MSc in Nuclear Science. He is currently pursuing his PhD at the Instytut Chemii I Techniki Jadrowej in Warsaw, Poland. Stephen has a strong background in nuclear science and radiation technologies, specializing in gaseous and wastewater treatment, and has actively contributed to multiple publications in his field. His research combines advanced laboratory techniques with practical applications for environmental protection, with a particular focus on the removal of emerging organic pollutants using radiation technologies.
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🎓 Education
Stephen Ochieng Kabasa earned his MSc. in Nuclear Science (2012-2016) from the University of Nairobi, Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology, where he focused on advanced radiation technologies for environmental applications. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (2006-2010) from Moi University, which laid the foundation for his expertise in nuclear science and environmental analysis. His academic background has equipped him with a solid understanding of radiation technologies, environmental protection, and analytical techniques.
💼 Experience
Stephen Ochieng Kabasa has diverse experience spanning research, teaching, and industry roles. As a PhD Graduate Researcher (2020-2024) at Instytut Chemii i Techniki Jadrowej, Poland, he focused on advanced oxidation processes for wastewater and gaseous pollutant treatment using ionizing radiation, employing cutting-edge equipment like GC-MS and HPLC. During his time as a Business Intelligence Officer (2019-2020) at BURN Manufacturing USA LLC in Kenya, he managed the after-sales network across East Africa and Somalia, providing valuable data insights. As an Assistant Sessional Lecturer (2017-2019) at Technical University of Kenya, he taught organic and inorganic chemistry and contributed to curriculum development. Stephen also held roles as an After Sales/Market Analytics Officer (2016-2018) at BURN Manufacturing USA LLC, where he optimized service station operations, and as a Graduate Research Assistant (2012-2016) at the Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology, University of Nairobi, focusing on environmental sample analysis using advanced radionuclide techniques.
🔬 Research Interests
⚛️ Ionizing Radiation for Pollution Treatment
He specializes in applying ionizing radiation to degrade emerging organic pollutants, contributing to cleaner and safer ecosystems.
🔬 Advanced Analytical Techniques
Stephen utilizes advanced methods like gamma spectrometry, HPLC, LC-MS, and UV-Vis to assess the effectiveness of treatment processes and analyze pollutants.
🌱 Environmental Protection
His interdisciplinary approach seeks to advance sustainable solutions for environmental challenges, using radiation technologies to protect the environment from harmful contaminants.
📚 Publications
Kabasa, S., et al. (2024). Degradation of Hydroxychloroquine from Aqueous Solutions Under Fenton-Assisted Electron Beam Treatment Processes. Processes. Link
Kabasa, S., et al. (2024).Chloroquine Degradation in Aqueous Solution Under Electron Beam Irradiation.Nukleonika. Link
Kabasa, S., et al. (2024). Degradation of Hydroxychloroquine in Aqueous Solutions Under Electron Beam Treatment. Nukleonika. Link