Overview

Join us for an insightful webinar showcasing innovative research from final-year students at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on renewable ammonium nitrate production as a pathway to strengthening decentralised fertiliser supply chains in Ghana.

This session will explore how locally produced, sustainably derived ammonium nitrate could transform agricultural productivity by reducing reliance on imported fertilisers, lowering costs for farmers, and enhancing resilience against global supply disruptions.

This webinar highlights how student‑driven engineering solutions can support sustainable development, empower farming communities, and contribute to long‑term food security across Ghana.

Speakers

Sam McKnight, Edinburgh University

Sam is a final-year MEng Chemical Engineering student at the University of Edinburgh with interests in process design, sustainability, and resource recovery. The have hands-on experience in renewable fertiliser development and hazardous waste operations, including award-winning work on decentralised ammonium nitrate production.

Kostas Karagiannidis, Edinburgh University

Kostas is a final-year MEng Chemical Engineering student at the University of Edinburgh with experience in reactor design and process modelling in Python, and a particular interest in simulation-driven design and technoeconomic optimisation.

Grace Johnston, Edinburgh University

Grace is a final-year Chemical Engineering student at the University of Edinburgh with experience in drying and humidification design, as well as environmental impact assessment. They're particularly interested in practical and sustainable process design.

The material presented has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter's own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the National Early Careers Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.

Time

12:00–13:00 BST.

Software

The presentation will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. We recommend downloading the app from the Microsoft website, rather than using the web portal.