TOLULOPE GRACE OJOAWO

Assist in making research related to Natural Resources Visits to ecological sites and natural reserves Ensure compliance with the rules and regulations regarding natural resources

Led a team-based project focused on assessing the ecological condition of the Awba Dam Watershed, developing critical protocols for environmental monitoring.

• Assessed canopy cover and species diversity within the Awba Dam Watershed, establishing baseline ecological data for conservation efforts.
• Developed a comprehensive Standard Operation Protocol (SOP) to standardize future environmental assessments and ensure consistent data collection.

Supported sustainable forest management through seedling propagation, nursery operations, and soil analysis initiatives.

• Participated in raising 1500+ seedlings, including eucalyptus, by filling polypots and managing nursery watering for the Sustainable Forest Management Unit.
• Assisted in the production of potting soil and carried out vegetative propagation of indigenous tree species, contributing to biodiversity conservation.
• Conducted comprehensive soil analysis at the soil science laboratory, informing nutrient management strategies for optimal seedling growth.

Conducted research on the allelopathic effects of *Albizia lebbeck* on *Zea mays*, contributing to plant interaction studies.

• Researched the allelopathic effect of *Albizia lebbeck* on *Zea mays*, cultivating and collecting detailed data on seed growth variables.
• Analyzed research data using Microsoft Excel and SPSS software, deriving insights into plant-plant interactions and agricultural implications.

Conducted an ecological survey at the Botanical Garden, focusing on species diversity and tree growth analysis to inform management strategies.

• Performed a detailed assessment of species diversity at the Botanical Garden, contributing to biodiversity conservation records.
• Collected and analyzed key tree growth variables (Total Height, DBH) from inventory plots, utilizing Excel for data processing.
• Proposed an enhanced management plan and conservation efforts, leveraging data-driven insights for improved ecological stewardship.

Applied GIS and spatial data collection techniques to map campus infrastructure and analyze land use patterns.

• Collected precise GPS coordinates for avenue trees across campus and accurately identified species, building a foundational dataset for urban forestry management.
• Utilized ArcMap and QGIS software to create detailed land use and land cover maps for FUTA, enhancing spatial planning and resource allocation.
• Analyzed collected spatial data using Excel, providing actionable insights for campus environmental planning and infrastructure development.

Supported critical watershed rehabilitation efforts through seedling cultivation, silvicultural activities, and data collection.

• Raised 1500 indigenous tree seedlings, directly contributing to the ecological restoration and rehabilitation of the Awba Dam watershed.
• Participated in essential silvicultural activities, including 'beating up' and maintenance, to ensure the health and survival of planted trees.
• Collected and prepared growth variables data for analysis, providing key metrics for project monitoring and evaluation.

Applied Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to map university infrastructure and conduct aerial surveys for environmental planning.

• Created detailed GIS maps illustrating university road networks and departmental layouts, enhancing spatial understanding and navigation.
• Conducted an aerial survey across multiple departments (Aquaculture, Social & Environmental Forestry, Forest Production & Product) and Awba Dam, generating critical spatial data for planning.
• Utilized GIS for environmental forestry applications, enhancing data visualization and analysis for ecological and resource management decisions.