Chinenye Adaobi Igwegbe (Ph.D. Chemical Engineering) is a seasoned Lecturer and accomplished researcher in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria. With her expertise in wastewater treatment, biomass conversion/valorisation and process design/modelling and optimisation, she has dedicated her career to advancing the field of Chemical Engineering. Currently, she is actively involved in the Poland Government Ulam National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) for International Scientists 2022 research program at Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences in Poland, showcasing her commitment to global research collaboration. She is a registered Professional Engineer (PE) with the AIChE, a member of the IChemE, and a registered engineer with the COREN. She has also published more than 150 journal articles, book chapters and a book. Additionally, she has undertaken roles as both an editor and reviewer for various esteemed journals. Her research pursuits have yielded significant contributions, ranking her in the top 2% of the world's scientists in the October 2023 Stanford University list (in her field of Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering). As a mentor and educator, she is deeply invested in cultivating the academic growth of aspiring engineers.