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CARTA PhD Graduate

Successfully completed PhD in 2016

Biography

Wells possesses a PhD in Public Health from the University of the Witwatersrand. His main area of focus is on the risks that may emanate from exposure to chemicals on human populations and the environment. He has been involved in many research projects and consultancies in human health and environmental risk assessment of chemicals (especially radioactive substances, pesticides, heavy metals, and nanomaterials) as well as environmental impact assessment. He holds a Master’s Degree in Environmental Science from the University of Putra Malaysia and a bachelor’s Degree (BSc. Hons) in Chemistry from the University of Malawi. He joined the teaching staff of the University of Malawi (Malawi Polytechnic) in 2000, where he has taught courses such as EIA, water treatment, environmental chemistry, material sciences, and chemistry. At the Malawi Polytechnic, he has also undertaken research and provided consultancy services in climate change, EIA, and environmental auditing. He believes that the responsible use of chemicals and natural resources, and adequate consideration of the impacts of major projects on surrounding communities and the environment play important roles in sustainable development.

Educational Background

Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) degree in Chemistry
Master's Degree
Environmental Science

Research Focus

Primary Discipline
Environment
Area of Specialization
Environmental and human health risk assessment
Research Interests
Health risk assessment exposure to children in Blantyre, Malawi