Doctorate at University of Cape Town, South Africa
Profiles:
🎓 Current Position
Dr. Morongwa Emmanuel Ramoroka is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Cape Town (2023–present). His groundbreaking research focuses on developing polymeric hyper-branched Schiff base complexes as donor materials for solar cells. Supported by the University Research Committee (URC) Fellowship and the NRF Scarce Skills Development Fund, Dr. Ramoroka contributes to pioneering renewable energy solutions. His role includes conducting innovative experiments, supervising postgraduate students, and publishing high-impact research.
📚 Publication Achievements
Dr. Ramoroka has made significant contributions to the energy research domain, publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals. The synthesis of organic and inorganic materials for solar cells. Exploration of photovoltaic applications using novel materials. His publications highlight his commitment to advancing the field of renewable energy. He is also known for collaborating with leading researchers, ensuring his research has a global impact.
🔬 Ongoing Research
Developing innovative donor materials for organic solar cells. Synthesizing and characterizing metallic nanomaterials for solar applications. Exploring perovskite solar cells for efficient energy conversion. Investigating materials for hydrogen production. Through international collaborations and advanced material design, he is working towards creating cost-effective, sustainable solutions for the renewable energy sector.
🌍 Research Interests
Organic materials and their role in solar cell technologies. Metallic nanomaterials, particularly their synthesis and photophysical properties. Perovskites and kesterites for advanced photovoltaic applications. Energy systems focusing on solar cell efficiency and hydrogen production. His interests align with global efforts to transition toward a sustainable energy future.
📜 Academic Background
PhD in Chemistry (2018–2021) from the University of the Western Cape. Thesis: Novel Aromatic Dendritic-co-Poly(3-hexylthiophene) Composites for Photovoltaic Cell Application. MSc in Nanoscience (Cum Laude, 2016–2017), University of the Western Cape. Thesis: Photophysics of Thiophenosalicylaldimine Functionalized Nanomaterials. BSc (Hons) Chemistry (2015), University of Limpopo. Thesis: Novel Synthesis of Schiff Base Complexes Cross Coupled with Quinazoline. BSc in Physical Sciences (2012–2014), University of the Western Cape. This solid foundation in chemistry and nanoscience prepared him for his stellar career in research and academia.
🏆 Scholarships and Awards
Dr. Ramoroka’s journey is adorned with prestigious scholarships and accolades, NRF and Sasol Inzalo Foundation Fellowship (2015). Masters and Doctoral Scholarships (NRF Scarce Skills Development Fund, 2016–2021). Horizon 2020 MSCA-RISE Scholarships for international research in Germany (2019) and France (2022). University Research Committee Fellowship (2023–2024) at the University of Cape Town. These awards underline his exceptional academic achievements and contributions to science.
🧪 Bioinformatics & Professional Associations
Dr. Ramoroka integrates bioinformatics tools for data analysis in materials research. He is a member of esteemed organizations, SensorLab Social Committee (2018). Rugby and Varsity Cup Committees during his undergraduate years.
🛠 Training & Workshops
Dr. Ramoroka has participated in numerous technical workshops, Simulation and fabrication of perovskite solar cells in France. Advanced training at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin for synthesizing metallic compounds.
🗣 Oral Presentations
Dr. Ramoroka has delivered impactful presentations at The National Center for Scientific Research (France) on perovskite solar cells. University of the Western Cape, where he lectured on organic materials for solar cells.
📊 Tasks Completed as a Researcher
Supervising and mentoring students (2 PhDs, 2 MScs, and 2 Honors students). Synthesizing quaternary metallic compounds. Managing laboratory operations and ensuring safety protocols.
🌟 Success Factors
Multidisciplinary expertise in chemistry, nanoscience, and material sciences. Dedication to mentoring and capacity-building for future scientists. Ability to collaborate internationally with leading researchers.
📑Laboratory Experience
Small Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS) operations. Fabrication and characterization of solar cell prototypes. Publishing impactful research in energy materials.
📖Publications:
Paper Title: Unravelling the monomer molar ratio modulation of the optoelectronics of Poly(propylene imine) tetra(thiophen-2-ylmethylene-amine)-co-poly(3-hexylthiophene-2,5-diyl) copolymer
- Authors: Ramoroka, M.E., Nwambaekwe, K.C., Tesfay, H.H., Douman, S.F., Iwuoha, E.I.
- Journal: Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices
- Year: 2024
Paper Title: Terbium- and samarium-doped Li2ZrO3 perovskite materials as efficient and stable electrocatalysts for alkaline hydrogen evolution reactions
- Authors: Monama, G.R., Ramoroka, M.E., Ramohlola, K.E., Iwuoha, E.I., Modibane, K.D.
- Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
- Year: 2024
Paper Title: Advances in Organic Photovoltaic Cells: Fine-Tuning of the Photovoltaic Processes
- Authors: Ramoroka, M.E., Yussuf, S.T., Nwambaekwe, K.C., Douman, S.F., Iwuoha, E.I.
- Journal: Solar RRL
- Year: 2024
Paper Title: Tb- and Eu-doped yttrium oxyselenides as novel absorber layers for superstrate thin-film photovoltaics: improved spectral optical absorption and green-red phosphor activation
- Authors: Nwambaekwe, K.C., Ramoroka, M.E., Yussuf, S.T., Ndipingwi, M.M., Iwuoha, E.I.
- Journal: Nanoscale
- Year: 2023
Paper Title: Highly Electro-Conductive Thiophene and N-methylpyrrole functionalized hyperbranched polypropylenimine tetramine-co-poly(3-hexylthiophene-2,5-diyl) donor materials for organic solar cells
- Authors: Ramoroka, M.E., Yussuf, S.T., Nwambaekwe, K.C., Iwuoha, E.I., Douman, S.F.
- Journal: Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices
- Year: 2023