Nigerian Innovator Bathlomew Ebika Earns US National Interest Waiver
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Nigerian Innovator Bathlomew Ebika Earns US National Interest Waiver
Bathlomew Ebika, a visionary Nigerian engineer, has achieved unprecedented success in the United States, earning the prestigious National Interest Waiver (NIW) for exceptional ability. This remarkable feat showcases Nigeria’s talent and potential to drive global innovation in engineering and research.
Bathlomew’s educational background laid the foundation for his success. After completing his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering in Nigeria, he pursued a master’s degree in Systems and Control Engineering at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) in the US.
His research focus on additive manufacturing and predictive modeling yielded innovative solutions, including a machine learning model for accurately predicting bead height. This groundbreaking innovation is currently being patented, solidifying his position as a leading expert in his field.
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His research breakthroughs have led to notable achievements.
Bathlomew served as a NASA USRC 2023 Co-Investigator and contributes to the NSF-HAMMER program, a $25 million funded research initiative by the National Science Foundation (NSF).
He designed a cutting-edge open-source additive manufacturing machine deployed across various US institutions, demonstrating his expertise in control systems, IoT, machine learning, and biomedical engineering.
As Engineer 1 in Biomedical Engineering at CWRU, Bathlomew continues to shape the future of US science and engineering. His inspiring story demonstrates the potential of Nigerian talent to drive global innovation and advancement.
