NRF Y2-Rated Researcher

Top 2% Scientists Worldwide

Dr. Oluwasegun Jerry Adeyemi

Lecturer/Senior Researcher

University of Johannesburg

Pioneering research at the intersection of nanotechnology, green chemistry, and sustainable food preservation to address real-world challenges in food security and environmental remediation.

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Active investigations pushing the boundaries of sustainable science

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2024–Present

Biopolymer-based Edible Packaging

Developing sustainable biopolymer-based edible packaging solutions incorporating green synthesized nanoparticles for extended shelf-life of fresh produce.

Food Application

Active

2024–Present

Agro Waste Valorisation for Bioactive Compounds and Application in Postharvest Management

Extracting and characterizing bioactive compounds from agricultural waste streams for innovative applications in postharvest management and food preservation.

Waste Valorization

Featured Publications

High-impact research contributions across multiple disciplines

2026

IF: 4.3

Active Eco-Friendly Mucilage-Based Films Reinforced with Graphitic Carbon Nitride (g-C3N4) for Sustainable Food Packaging Applications

ACS Omega

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2026

IF: 5.3

Development and Application of Opuntia Ficus-Indica Mucilage Films Incorporated with Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Active Packaging of Cherry Tomatoes

Sustain. Food Technol.

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2026

IF: 5.8

Nanoparticle-Based Techniques for Preserving Fruit and Vegetables Postharvest Quality: Mechanism and Efficacy in Food Packaging Technology

Food and Bioprocess Technology

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2026

IF: 4.2

Determination of Methyl Orange Dye in River Water at Au/MWCNT Modified Glassy Carbon Electrode

Results Chem.

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2025

IF: 4.1

Carbon Dot Nanoparticles Synthesized from Horticultural Extracts for Postharvest Shelf-Life Extension of Fruits and Vegetables

Plants

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2025

IF: 4.7

Fabrication of active and intelligent bio-based edible films using encapsulated beetroot powders for smart packaging

Materials Advances

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Research Areas

Explore six distinct research domains spanning food science to inorganic chemistry

16 publications

Food Application

Research focused on sustainable food preservation, edible coatings, active and intelligent packaging, and postharvest technologies to reduce food loss and extend shelf life of fruits and vegetables.

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4 publications

Water Purification

Research on photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, dye removal, mineralization of antibiotics in wastewater, and environmental remediation using nanoparticles and metal complexes.

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7 publications

Waste Valorization

Research on upcycling agricultural and fruit waste into functional nanomaterials, bio-based films, and sustainable packaging. Transforming pomegranate peels, banana powder, cactus mucilage, and citrus wastes into high-value products.

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8 publications

Nanotechnology

Research on green synthesis of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles using plant extracts, nanocomposite materials, carbon dots, MXenes-carbon dot nanocomposites, and their applications across food, environmental, and biomedical domains.

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13 publications

Biomedical Applications

Research on cytotoxicity, antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and enzyme inhibition studies of nanoparticles and metal complexes against various cell lines and pathogens.

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14 publications

Inorganic Synthesis

Research on the synthesis, characterization, and applications of organotin(IV) complexes, dithiocarbamate complexes, metal sulfide nanoparticles from single-source precursors, and DFT computational studies of inorganic compounds.

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Scientific News & Updates

Recent milestones, awards, and academic activities

May 2024

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NRF Y2 Rating Awarded

Dr. Adeyemi received the prestigious Y2 rating from the National Research Foundation of South Africa, recognizing him as an established researcher with potential to become a leading international scholar.

November 2024

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Outstanding Postdoctoral Research Award

Received the Outstanding Award in Postdoctoral Research Program at the University of Johannesburg for the second consecutive year.

October 2025

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Food Chemistry Conference – Scotland

Presented research on Aloe ferox-based biodegradable edible packaging films at the prestigious Food Chemistry Conference in Scotland, UK.

December 2025

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Guest Editor – Food (MDPI)

Appointed as Guest Editor for a special issue in Food journal, curating cutting-edge research in sustainable food technologies.

August 2024

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Editorial Board – Discover Chemistry

Joined the editorial board of Discover Chemistry (Springer Nature), contributing to advancing chemical research globally.

Dr. Jerry O. Adeyemi

Lecturer/Senior Researcher

University of Johannesburg

NRF Y2-Rated Researcher | Metal Complexes | Nanomaterial | Food Packaging Technology

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Affiliations

PARC Research Centre

Postharvest & Agroprocessing Research Centre, University of Johannesburg

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University of Johannesburg

Faculty of Science

Research Interests

Sustainable Postharvest TechnologiesNanotechnologyGreen ChemistryFood PreservationWater PurificationBiomedical ApplicationsEdible CoatingsWaste ValorizationInorganic Synthesis

Research Team

Guiding the next generation of scientists and researchers

Leta Tshiamo

PhD

UJ • 2024

Sibonelo Ngubane

PhD

UJ • 2024

Tshamisane Mkhari

PhD

UJ • 2025

Keamogela Nko

PhD

UJ • 2026

Mandy Sibaya

MSc

UJ • 2025

Felix Muyiwa

MSc

UJ • 2026

Open to Global Collaborations

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Open to research partnerships, student supervision, joint grant applications, and academic collaborations across nanotechnology, food science, and environmental remediation.