University of Douala | Cameroon
Prof. Kede Charles Melea is a Physical and Theoretical Chemist whose scholarly work focuses on adsorption phenomena, nano-adsorbents, industrial chemical risk, and the interface between surface chemistry and environmental pollution. He earned his PhD (2008-2015) on the adsorption of Cd²⁺ and Hg²⁺ ions from wastewater using clay and activated carbons derived from cocoa pod husk, examining the effect of natural organic matters; prior degrees include a Master’s in Physical and Theoretical Chemistry (2005-06) on acetic acid adsorption by activated carbons and zeolites, a Master’s in Chemistry, and a Bachelor’s in Chemistry from University of Yaoundé I. His career includes teaching and research in process engineering at the National Higher Polytechnic School, University of Douala. Prof. Melea has published papers in peer-reviewed journals (on adsorption isotherms, kinetics, effect of interfering substances, development of low-cost adsorbents etc.), and has supervised graduate students in these areas. His work has been recognized for its contribution to environmental cleanup technologies, and has potential applications in wastewater treatment in Cameroon and similar settings. In summary, Prof. Melea combines rigorous theoretical work with practical materials development, contributing both to academic chemistry and environmental engineering.