I am an emerging biochemist specializing in the extraction, purification, and application of marine bioproducts, with research interests focused on bioactive compounds from brown seaweeds. My research emphasizes sustainable and environmentally friendly methods for valorizing marine natural products for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic applications, with a particular interest in developing alternative therapies for metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes. Dr. I have extensive experience in molecular biology techniques, advanced analytical tools (HPLC, FTIR, NMR), and metabolomics, supported by multiple first-author publications and international conference presentations. I am passionate about research and education, and I am pursuing higher education studies while mentoring students and advancing societal well-being through innovative science that bridges the gap between traditional knowledge systems and modern applications.
GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel
Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Marine Natural Products Chemistry
1st prize PhD oral presentation (2022)
SASBMB
1st prize PhD oral presentation SABMB national conference
1st prize National 3 minutes thesis competition (2020)
University of the Free State
1st prize National 3 minutes PhD thesis oral presentation
Top students (Graduation year 2014)
University of Venda
Graduation by Distinction (BSc)
Top students (Graduation year 2015)
University of Venda
Graduation by Distinction (BSc Honors)
Post Doctoral Researcher
GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel
01 Jan 2025 - present
University Educator/Researcher
Rhodes University
01 May 2022 - 01 Dec 2024