Affiliation: Federal Institute of Industrial Research, Oshodi FIIRO, Lagos, Nigeria
University / Institution: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Department: Food Science and Technology
Company: Federal Institute of Industrial Research, Oshodi FIIRO, Lagos
Email: oluwole.oluwatoyin@fiiro.gov.ng
Country: Nigeria
Dr. Oluwatoyin Bolanle Oluwole is a distinguished Food Scientist and former Director of the Food Technology Department at the Federal Institute of Industrial Research, Oshodi (FIIRO), Lagos, Nigeria. She holds B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. degrees in Food Science and Technology, specializing in Food Processing and Storage Technology.
With over three decades of research and professional experience, she has led numerous innovations in food processing, value addition, and food product development using indigenous crops. She has supervised over 60 research scientists and contributed significantly to national food and nutrition security initiatives.
Dr. Oluwole has developed multiple patented food products, including high nutrient-density biscuits and beverages for school-age children, some of which are commercially produced and used in government feeding programs. She has over 70 publications in international journals, contributed to several book chapters, and actively serves on editorial boards and as a reviewer for global scientific journals.