About

I am a Lecturer in Forensic Science at the University of Derby. My post-secondary education began with a Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry), followed by a BSc (Hons) in Chemistry and an MSc in Forensic Science from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. I later obtained an additional MSc in Forensic Ballistics from Cranfield University, United Kingdom.

I hold a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice and Leadership (PGCAPL) and am a Fellow of Advance HE (FHEA). I have also completed a Level 7 Apprenticeship in Academic Practice and Leadership, receiving certification from Skills England as an Advanced Academic Professional. In addition, I hold the title of Doctoral Fellow at the Artificial Intelligence Management & Finance Institute (DR. FAIMFIN).

I have a strong commitment to both teaching and research, which underpins the delivery of lectures that are engaging, intellectually stimulating, and thought-provoking.

Teaching responsibilities

I currently serve as the module leader for Specialist Scenes (Level 6), Object Marks (Level 5), and Forensic Chemistry (Level 4). The Specialist Scenes module focuses on the application of specialised techniques in crime scene investigation. The Object Marks module explores aspects of forensic ballistics, while the Forensic Chemistry module examines the analysis and interpretation of chemical evidence in forensic investigations.

I also oversee research in Forensic Ballistics, which includes instruction in firearm examination, ammunition analysis, and shooting incident reconstruction. In addition, I contribute to the teaching and academic support of other modules within the forensic science programme.

Professional interests

My goal is to always provide teaching sessions that assist students in acquiring practical skills as well as soft and technical abilities that are relevant to societal needs. I hope to give effective lectures and practical tasks by combining current topics, pedagogical approaches, and research into my teaching style.

Research interests

My area of research covers Crime Scene Investigation (CSI), Digital Forensics, Forensic Ballistics, Disaster Management, Forensic Chemistry and Environmental Toxicology.

Membership of professional bodies

• British Academy of Forensic Science
• The Chartered Society of Forensic Science (MCSFS)
• American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS)
• African Forensic Sciences Academy (AAFS)
• Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC)
• Cranfield Recovery and Identification of Conflict Casualties (CRICC) Team
• Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (AISLT)
• Institute of Management (MNIM)
• African Society of Forensic Medicine (ASFM)
• British Red Cross
• Fellow member, Artificial Intelligence Management & Finance
• Fellow, MSME Institute of Management and Professional Studies.

Qualifications

• PGCAPL- Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice and Leadership.
• FHEA- Fellow of Advance Higher Education Academy.
• Level 7 Apprenticeship in Academic Practice and Leadership - Certificate from Skills England for Apprentice graduate as an advanced academic professional.
• Doctoral Fellow (DR. FAIMFIN) Artificial Intelligence Management & Finance Institute.
• Honorary (D.Sc.) in Forensics (Honoris Causa).
• Honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Criminology (Honoris Causa).
• MSc. in Forensic Ballistics.
• MSc. in Forensic Science.
• BSc. (Hons) in Chemistry
• Higher National Diploma (HND) in Science Laboratory Technology (Option Chemistry).

Recent conferences

• Abejide T. B (2026). Fundamental Evaluation of Airgun Muzzle Energy using Chronography: A Forensic Ballistics approach to determining lethality and legal classification in the United Kingdom. 78^th American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) 2026 Annual Scientific Conference, “Back to Basics: The Fundamentals of Forensic Science,” held February 9 to 14, 2026 at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, United States of America (USA).
  
  
• Abejide T.B and David Alebiosu (2025). The Detection of Accelerants (Petrol and White Spirit) from Cadaver Flies that Fed on Spiked Meat. American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS) International Conference, USA, 2025.
• Abejide T.B (2017). The Missing: A Humanitarian Forensic Perspective, Forensic Needs and Activities in Nigeria. Paper presented during Missing Persons Workshop for ICRC Staff, Abuja, 30th May to 1st June 2017.
• Abejide T.B (2017). ICRC Activities in supporting Authorities in Nigeria on Management of the Dead in Armed Conflicts and other Situations of Violence. Paper presented during IHL Workshop for University Teachers of IHL in Nigeria at Reiz Continental Hotel Abuja. 13th to 15th June 2017.
• 4-day workshop for National Technical Committee (NTC) on the Establishment and Management of a Database of Missing persons in Nigeria facilitated by ICRC and NHRC from February 21st to 24th, 2017.
• 6th African Society of Forensic Medicine 2017 Annual International Conference at Bloemfontein, South Africa, “Conflict and Violence in Africa: The Role of Forensic Medicine and Science towards better Public Health: 6th to 10th March 2017 (CPD of 38points at University of the Free State, South Africa).
• 5th African Society of Forensic Medicine 2016 Annual International Conference at Yamoussoukro (Côte D’ Ivoire). Resolving Conflicts in Africa: The Role of Forensic Medicine. 1st to 5th March 2016.
• 2nd University of Ibadan National Workshop on Forensic Science – Forensic Science in Nigeria: The Way Forward, 17th -18th March 2016.
• 6th Seminar on Surgical Skills for Management of Weapon Wounds by International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Collaboration with Federal Ministry of Health at Reiz Continental Hotel Abuja, 20-22 September 2016.
• 2-day workshop for National Technical Committee (NTC) on the Establishment and Management of a Database of Missing persons in Nigeria facilitated by ICRC and NHRC from 22 to 23 November 2016.
• Abejide T.B (2016). The Management of Human Remains in Armed Conflicts and other Situation of Violence. International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Paper presented during International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Conference for NHRC Staff at the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) HQ. Maitama, Abuja, 5-7 October 2016.
• Abejide T.B (2015). Fingerprint detection and Analysis. Paper presented at 1st University of Ibadan National Workshop on Forensic Science – Forensic Evidence and Crime Challenges in Nigeria, 28^th to 29^th January 2015.
• Abejide T.B (2015). Ballistic Analysis of Explosive, Bomb Mechanism, Detection & Disposal. Paper presented at 1st University of Ibadan National Workshop on Forensic Science – Forensic Evidence and Crime Challenges in Nigeria, 28th -29th January 2015.
• Abejide T.B, Adigun K.F, Odeyemi O.E, Danjuma D.S, Folarin F.F (2015). Production of Biogas from poultry Waste. Paper presented at the 31st Annual National Conference and Scientific Workshop of Nigerian Institute of Science laboratory Technology, 4th – 7th November 2015 at Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria.
• Abejide T.B, Salako R.A, Odeyemi O.E, Adigun K.F, Odeyemi O.M (2015), Scientific Analysis of Ballistic Explosives using Gas Chromatography. Paper presented at the 31^st Annual National Conference & Scientific Workshop of Nigerian Institute of Science laboratory Technology, 4th – 7th November 2015 at Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria.
• Abejide T.B, Salako R.A, Odeyemi O.M, Folarin F.F, Danjuma D.S (2015). Forensic Investigation of Bomb Mechanism, Detection and Disposal. Paper presented at the 31st Annual National Conference and Scientific Workshop of Nigerian Institute of Science laboratory Technology, 4th – 7th November 2015 at Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria.
• Abejide T. B, Salako R. A, Odesanmi A.O (2014). Heavy Metals and Physiochemical Analysis of Rainwater from Aluminium Roofing Sheets in South-West Nigeria: A Case Study of Ibadan, Oyo State of Nigeria. Paper presented at the 30th Annual National Conference and Scientific Workshop of Nigerian Institute of Science laboratory Technology at Federal University of Technology (FUTA) Akure, Ondo State Nigeria., 29th Oct. – 1st November 2014.
• 3rd African Society of Forensic Medicine 2014 Annual International Conference. Management of Bodies of Victims following disaster. EFCC Academy Abuja, 3rd to 7th March 2014.
• International Conference and Workshop of National Association of Forensic Odontologists and Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University College Hospital, Ibadan. 9th to 13th June 2014.
• Abejide T. B, Odesanmi A.O, Salako R.A (2014). Biochemical Characterization and Biological Treatment of Textile Industrial Effluent. Paper presented at the 30th Annual National Conference and Scientific Workshop of Nigerian Institute of Science laboratory Technology, 29th October – 1st November 2014 at Federal University of Technology (FUTA) Akure, Ondo State Nigeria.
• Alade A.A., Abejide, T.B, Shittu, O, Akangbe, T.A (2014). Design, Construction and Testing of a Double-sloped Solar Distillation Unit. Paper presented at 37th Annual Nigerian Institute of Physics National Conference, October 27th to 31st 2014.
• National Workshop of African Society of Forensic Medicine (ASFM). Forensic Anthropology in Forensic Death Investigation by Dr Luis Fonderbrider, University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, 19^th August 2013.
• Nigerian Institute of Management National Workshop 2010. University of Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria. 12^th February 2010.

In the media

• Abejide, B. (2025) 'Open Letter: Urgent Call for Nationwide Amnesty for Submission of Illegal Firearms', The Nigerian Voice, 4 January. Available at: https://www.thenigerianvoice.com/news/345132/open-letter- urgent-call-for-nationwide-amnesty-for-submissi.html

Recent publications

• Oyeleke, P., Abdulrahman, A., Okparaocha, F., Abejide, T. and Hammed, S., (2025) "Potential Health Risk of selected heavy metals levels; pH, temperature, and conductivity of groundwater: A case study of Omi-Adio Area, Ibadan, Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Science and Environment, 23(3): 245-262. Available at https://njse.org.ng/articles/view.aspx?id=2700
• Oke, O. F., Rotimi, I. A., Makhatha, M. E., Olaoye, O. P., Yetunde, S. A. Joy, O. O., Victoria, O. T., Bayode, A. T., & Ayantunde, A. A. (2024). Investigation of the Gas Sensing Potential of Electrospun Expanded Polystyrene/ Reduced Graphene Oxide Nanofiber Chemical and Materials Sciences - Developments and Innovations Vol. 2, 1–17. https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/cmsdi/v2/8421E
• David, O. A., Adeola, F., WeiChen & Tolulope A. (2024). Covid-19 Lung CT Image Segmentation: A Comparison of various U-Net Intelligent Manufacturing and Robotics (ICiMR), Xi’an Jiaotong- Liverpool University, 2024.
• Oyeleke, O., Abiodun, O. A., Salako, R. A., Odeyemi, O. E., & Abejide, T. B. (2016). Assessment of some heavy metals in the surrounding soils of an automobile battery factory in Ibadan, Nigeria. African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, 10(1), 1-8.