Author: Oluseye

Showcasing Palaeoclimate Research at the QRA Annual Conference 2025

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Our PhD student, Fatai Ilesanmi, recently showcased his paleoclimate research at the QRA Annual Conference 2025 (6–9 January 2025) at Northumbria University, Newcastle. The conference aimed to bring together experts in quaternary science to discuss advancements in analytical methods, proxy reconstruction, geomorphology, numerical modelling, and geochronology. The conference’s primary objective was to foster collaboration, identify knowledge gaps, and outline future research directions in the field.
During the conference, he had the opportunity to present my collaborative research on calibrating stalagmite stable isotope records in West and Central Africa. This research, supported by National Geographic Society-funded expeditions to Gabon (2023–2024), addresses the critical lack of paleoclimate data in the region.
The study utilises monthly rainwater isotope data (δ¹⁸O, δD), temperature, and rainfall amounts from 30 GNIP stations across 12 countries in West, Central, and Southwestern Africa, compiled between 1961 and 2022. Spearman’s rank correlation analysis (δ¹⁸O vs rainfall amount) revealed a strong and significant amount effect at 66% of the stations.
In Gabon, a strong amount effect suggests that stalagmites from this region should record long-term rainfall belt dynamics. Additionally, stalagmite δ¹⁸O records may also weakly reflect the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO). These findings will contribute to stalagmite isotope proxy interpretations and enhance the accuracy of models predicting future climate change.
The conference was productive, and I received valuable feedback, interacted with other attendees, and was invited by Prof. Mark Bateman from Sheffield University to their department meeting in May 2025 to present my research. Attendees were pleased that our research has produced the first stalagmites from our study regions (Central Africa) and expressed interest in the outcomes of further dating and analysis.
Conference details: QRA ADM 2025

A Special Lecture at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

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Dr Oluseye Oludoye recently had the privilege of delivering a special lecture at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. Invited by the Department of Environmental Science, Oluseye’s lecture focused on “Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) in Pro-environmental Research to Reduce Single-Use Plastic (SUP) Waste.”

In his talk, Oluseye explored how TPB can be used to analyze and promote pro-environmental behaviours, particularly to reduce the prevalence of single-use plastics, which substantially threaten ecosystems worldwide.

Drawing from his recent research, Oluseye shared key findings on the effectiveness of TPB in predicting and influencing behaviours that contribute to SUP waste reduction. His research highlights the potential for TPB to inform public policy, guiding the development of strategies that can effectively encourage more sustainable consumer practices. Oluseye emphasised the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing environmental challenges, advocating for policies informed by robust scientific research and tailored to the cultural and social contexts in which they are implemented.

This opportunity was made possible through the support of the Faculty of Science at Chulalongkorn University, facilitated by the Sci-Super Plus grant, which funded Oluseye’s trip. This opportunity not only underscored the global relevance of his work but also strengthened the academic and research ties between Teesside University and Chulalongkorn University, paving the way for future collaborations in environmental science.