Dr Davis Kipkania Kiboi did his PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), United States of America. His research focuses on tribology, lubrication science, and surface interactions, with particular emphasis on environmentally compatible protic ionic liquids as neat lubricants and lubricant additives. His work aims to advance the understanding of lubrication mechanisms under boundary and mixed lubrication regimes relevant to sustainable transportation and industrial applications.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering from the Technical University of Kenya and a Master of Science in Vehicle Engineering from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Hungary. His academic training spans aeronautical, mechanical, and vehicle engineering, providing a strong interdisciplinary foundation in materials, surface engineering, and energy-efficient systems.
Dr Kiboi has authored and co-authored peer-reviewed journal articles and conference papers in reputable international outlets, including journals and proceedings affiliated with ASME and Elsevier. He is an active member of professional societies such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE), and he regularly participates in academic conferences and scholarly peer review. Beyond research, Dr Kiboi is committed to teaching, mentorship, and academic service. He has experience supporting undergraduate instruction, outreach activities, and student engagement initiatives, and he is keenly interested in contributing to engineering education and capacity building. His long-term goal is to pursue an academic career that integrates high-quality research, effective teaching, and meaningful industry collaboration while contributing to sustainable engineering solutions.
