ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Environmental and Energy Systems, Karlstad University, Sweden (Ongoing Study)
• MSc in Wood Material Science (2015), University of Eastern Finland, Finland
• BSc in Wood Science and Technology (2009), Copperbelt University, Zambia

Mr. Siwale joined the Copperbelt University in August, 2016. He is specialised in Biorefining of Biomass Materials, Biomass Chemistry and Bioenergy Systems. He is involved in teaching, research, and community service in his area of specialisation. Mr Siwale is currently on study leave pursuing his PhD in Environmental and Energy Systems at Karlstad University in Sweden.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

• Sourcing and characterization of lignocellulosic biomass materials.
• Densified lignocellulosic biomass.
• Conversion techniques of biomass materials to bioenergy, biofuels, biochemicals and bioproducts.
• Wood modification and preservation.

PUBLICATIONS

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