Dr. Olawale Ajala is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Ilorin. He holds a B.Tech., MSc. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering. He is a registered Engineer with COREN and a member of the Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers. He has served as the Faculty SWEP coordinator and a member of the Faculty Community Based Experienced Scheme. Currently, a member of the University Committee on Examinations and Scholarship. He has served as a reviewer to many national and international reputable journal outlets. Dr. Ajala has published over 50 papers in revered journal outlets. His area of research interest is biochemical and fermentation technology, bioenergy, catalyst and adsorbent development, biomass conversion, and utilization.