Inventor of the Year 2024

Prof. Jackson Wachira Muthengia is an Associate Professor of physical chemistry in the Department of Physical Sciences at the University of Embu.

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Google Scholar Profile – https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Yh18iuIAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

He holds the following degrees:

• Ph.D 2009:in Cement and Concrete Technology, Kenyatta University
• Master of Science 2003:in Chemistry, Kenyatta University
• Bachelor of Education (Science) 2000:, First Class Honors, Kenyatta University

Current research interests

-Cement and Concrete Technology: Developing pozzolanic materials and their chemical and physical performance characterization.
-Soil Chemistry
-Gasification
-Adsorption and Kinetic Chemistry:

Has widely published in high impact journals including those by Elsevier, Wiley and Oxford University Press

Recognized for SMART MICRO-CRACKS SEALING technology a Utility Model Published under Section 42 and Regulation 35 KE/U/2024/2724 of 21/06/2024  in the INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY JOURNAL  (Journal of Patents, Industrial Designs, Utility Models and Trademarks) Current Brand Name is CracksFox. https://kipi.go.ke/sites/default/files/2024-09/AUGUST_2024_JOURNAL.pdf

This innovation offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for enhancing the durability of concrete and mortar structures. Currently in production at the University of Embu.