Dr Mathapelo Seopela is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Department of Chemical Sciences at the University of Johannesburg in South Africa.
Her Research interests are primarily focused on environmental chemistry, with particular focus on analytical detection and quantification of persistent organic pollutants. In addition, assessing the risk posed to aquatic ecosystems by these contaminants.
Through her Research, Dr Seopela aims to contribute to building the science information database as well as improve our understanding regarding the inherent processes, as well as the sustainability of the economy and environment. This is achieved by generating innovative scientific methods that can be applied effectively by industries and regulatory institutions to ensure economic progression and ecological conservation. It is also achieved by participating in interdisciplinary partnerships, solutions into greener energy solutions, using environmentally friendly research methods, as well as involving community participation, the science capacity is infinite.
Dr Seopela wishes to be a part of this promising future by developing relationships with her peers, society and institutions at large. In addition, she endeavors to undertake Research that contributes to the progression of science and that encourages economic growth. This includes continuing in the trajectory of improvement of understanding the application of analytical chemistry, policy, mitigation, rehabilitation and implementation, particularly in the context of South Africa, which is plagued with environmental issues.
