All writing
Words on science,
ideas, and the world.
A personal record of thinking across science, contemporary issues, and everything between.
A personal shelf
Books & Screen
Things I have read and watched, with brief notes on what stayed with me.
A selection of books that have shaped how I think about science, ideas, and the world.
Films I return to, or that left a mark worth noting.
TV series that held my attention, provoked thought, or simply refused to let go.
Nazeef
PhD Candidate (September 2026 start)
In brief
I am a scientist with a background in biotechnology, with research interests spanning microbiology, analytical chemistry, and environmental science.
This space is where I think out loud: about science, research, and contemporary issues, especially those shaping Nigeria today.
Research
I hold an MSc in Biotechnology with Distinction from the University of Portsmouth and have published in peer-reviewed journals including Silicon, BMC Chemistry, and RSC Advances.
Publications
- RSC Advances · 2026Research article, RSC Advances (in press)
- Silicon · 2025Published research article, Silicon (Springer)
- BMC Chemistry · 2024Published research article, BMC Chemistry
Get in touch
Contact
I welcome correspondence about research, science, or writing. Response times vary during term time.
Institution
The Thinking Specimen
Research profile
Based in
United Kingdom
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