👤 Mr. Samuel Kofi Mensah, University of Energy and Natural Resources, Ghana
Mensah Kofi Samuel is a versatile professional with extensive expertise in environmental engineering, occupational safety, and research. Currently pursuing a PhD in Environmental Engineering Management at the University of Energy and Natural Resources, Sunyani, Mensah’s career journey reflects a commitment to sustainability and safety. He has a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering Management and Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental Management, coupled with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education. With over a decade of experience in teaching, insurance, micro-finance, and research, Mensah has contributed to academia and community development. His recent works focus on sustainable mining practices and their impact on livelihoods in Ghana. Mensah’s leadership, research, and communication skills complement his goal-oriented approach to challenges, making him an invaluable asset in academia and industry alike.
Professional Profile
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Evaluation of MENSAH KOFI SAMUEL for the Research for Research Excellence Award
Summary of Suitability
Mensah Kofi Samuel exhibits a strong and diverse profile in research, education, and professional development, which aligns well with the criteria for the Research for Research Excellence Award. His academic journey is marked by a consistent focus on environmental management and engineering, as demonstrated by his ongoing Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering Management and his prior MSc degrees in related fields. This foundation reflects his commitment to advancing knowledge and solutions in sustainable development and environmental practices.
Samuel’s extensive research portfolio underscores his dedication to addressing critical challenges in Ghana’s artisanal and small-scale mining sector. His work focuses on sustainable mining practices, occupational safety, and environmental impacts, showcasing his ability to conduct impactful, applied research. The depth and breadth of his studies, such as assessing health and safety compliance, developing strategies for environmental improvement, and examining the socio-economic impacts of illegal mining, highlight his analytical and solution-oriented approach.
🎓 Education
Mensah Kofi Samuel has pursued a robust academic journey to enhance his expertise in environmental and safety management. He is currently enrolled in a PhD program in Environmental Engineering Management at the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR). He earned an MSc in Environmental Engineering Management (2023) and an MSc in Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental Management (2021) from the same institution and the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, respectively. Additionally, he holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (2020) from the University of Education, Winneba, and a BA in Integrated Development Studies, specializing in Environment and Resource Management, from the University for Development Studies, Wa Campus. His educational foundation was laid at Sunyani Secondary School, where he completed his Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination in 2005. Mensah’s academic endeavors reflect his dedication to sustainability and societal impact.
💼 Professional Experience
Mensah Kofi Samuel’s professional trajectory spans academia, finance, and research. Since 2021, he has served as a tutor for the University of Cape Coast Distance Education Programme and a teacher at Oyoko Methodist Senior High School. Previously, he taught at Agape Preparatory School and worked as a loan officer at MGI Micro-Finance in Sunyani. Mensah’s insurance experience includes roles as a sales executive at Star Life Assurance and personal insurance assistant at ESICH Life Assurance. Notably, he contributed to forestry as a field assistant during his National Service at the Forestry Services Division in Sunyani. Earlier in his career, Mensah honed his skills in security services with Edern Security Services and J. Adom Constructions Ltd. His diverse roles underscore his adaptability, leadership, and commitment to professional excellence.
🏅 Awards and Recognition
Mensah Kofi Samuel has earned recognition for his academic, leadership, and extracurricular contributions. He was awarded a certificate as a cadet corps (2IC) with the rank of Captain at the University for Development Studies. He also received accolades as a member of the Environment and Resource Students Association and for his participation in the Church of Pentecost National Youth Quiz, achieving national-level recognition in 2012. His Bible quiz victories at district and Northern sector levels reflect his dedication to personal and spiritual growth. These honors highlight Mensah’s commitment to excellence, leadership, and active engagement in community-building activities.
Mensah Kofi Samuel specializes in environmental and safety research, with a focus on sustainable mining and its societal impacts. His expertise includes conducting detailed assessments of occupational safety practices, sustainable mining strategies, and environmental management solutions in Ghana. Mensah’s research portfolio includes evaluating the impacts of small-scale mining on livelihoods, health, and agricultural production. He is adept at leading projects, designing surveys, analyzing data, and developing actionable recommendations. His dedication to advancing sustainable practices and addressing pressing environmental challenges underscores his research acumen and commitment to societal development.
Publication Top Notes
- Title: Persistent ascending mesocolon: An unexpected content in a giant and complex paraumbilical hernia of a 48-year-old obese woman
Authors: Naabo, N.N., Maalman, R.S., Adamu, A.F., Naabo, M.N., Mensah, S.
Year: 2025
- Title: An evaluation of the Hawthorne effect in a clinical trial of trauma care in Ghana
Authors: Gyedu, A., Amponsah-Manu, F., Mensah, S., Donkor, P., Mock, C.
Year: 2024
- Title: Microbiology testing capacity and antimicrobial drug resistance in surgical-site infections: A post-hoc, prospective, secondary analysis of the FALCON randomised trial in seven low-income and middle-income countries
Authors: Aboderin, A.O., Amfoabegyi, S., Awopeju, A.T., Tajudeen, M., Wuraola, F.
Year: 2024
Citations: 1
- Title: Global access to technologies to support safe and effective inguinal hernia surgery: Prospective, international cohort study
Authors: Picciochi, M., Ademuyiwa, A.O., Adisa, A., Zwain, Y., Zwaraa, H.
Year: 2024
Citations: 2
- Title: Access to and quality of elective care: A prospective cohort study using hernia surgery as a tracer condition in 83 countries
Authors: Dönmez, A.E., Goswami, A.G., Raheja, A., Osama, Z., Dauksa, Z.
Year: 2024
Citations: 9
- Title: Impacts of illegal artisanal and small-scale gold mining on livelihoods in cocoa farming communities: A case of Amansie West District, Ghana
Authors: Donkor, P., Siabi, E.K., Frimpong, K., Atta-Darkwa, T., Mensah, J.K.
Year: 2024
Citations: 4
- Title: Routine sterile glove and instrument change at the time of abdominal wound closure to prevent surgical site infection (ChEETAh): A model-based cost-effectiveness analysis of a pragmatic, cluster-randomised trial in seven low-income and middle-income countries
Authors: Bywater, E., Martinez, L., Habumuremyi, S., Smart, N., Cousens, S.
Year: 2024
Citations: 3
- Title: Call on the academic publishing industry to provide equitable access to their journals
Authors: Gyedu, A., Mensah, S.
Year: 2024
- Title: Taxes, institutions, and illicit financial flows in Africa
Authors: Bentum-Ennin, I., Mensah, S., Kulu, E.
Year: 2024
- Title: A gist on an obscure neoplasm in Ghana: Gastrointestinal stromal tumours
Authors: Yorke, J., Brenu, S.G., Awoonor-Williams, R., Buckman, T.A., Acheampong, E.
Year: 2023
Citations: 1