Munira Raji

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I am a Geoscientist and Science Diplomat researching the role of critical minerals in the global energy transition. As a Science Diplomat, I work at bridging the gap between scientific research, policy development, and international diplomacy to address the complex global challenges of our changing world. My current geoscience research focuses on key areas including geoscience for sustainable development goals (SDGs), geothermal and floating offshore wind energy, geological disposal of radioactive waste, geoscience diplomacy and the global governance of geological resources (georesources).

I hold a PhD in Geological Sciences from Durham University, an MSc in Applied Petroleum Geoscience from the University of Derby, and a BSc in Geology from the University of Portsmouth. I also have Certificates in Science Diplomacy from both the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)/GESDA and the Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals. Currently, I am further expanding my global policy knowledge by pursuing a Master's degree in Global Energy and Climate Policy at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London (October 2023-October 2025).

Experience

  • 2022–present
    Geologist and Science Diplomat, University of Plymouth
  • 2021–2022
    Postdoctoral research fellow, University of Hull

Education

  • 2018 
    University of Durham, PhD Geological Sciences
  • 2013 
    University of Derby, MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience
  • 2011 
    University of Portsmouth, BSc (Hons) Geology

Professional Memberships

  • Member of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Task Force on Just Energy Transition
  • Member of the Energy Group of the Geological Society of London
  • Member of University Geoscience UK (UGUK)
  • Member of the European Geoscience Union (EGU)-EDI Committee
  • Member of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Sand and Sustainability Author Taskforce
  • Member of UNESCO International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme Nigeria National Committee (IGGP-NNC)

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