Philip began his bachelor’s degree at Kwame< NkrumahUniversity ofScience and Technology (KNUST), pursuing a BSc in Food Science and Technology (FST). At KNUST-FST, he made significant contributions to the department by taking on various roles, including both the President and Vice President of the students' association (Association of Food Science and Technology Students, AFSTS-KNUST). Philip worked as a Teaching/Research Assistant in the FST department under Professors Ibok Oduro and Ellis during his one-year national service, after which he had the opportunity to pursue his master’s degree in food and nutritional sciences at North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University.
As a dedicated food microbiology enthusiast, he worked in the food microbiology laboratory under Dr. Salam Ibrahim, a prominent food microbiology researcher. Throughout this journey, he engaged in several projects and was active in various activities and organizations. Philip’s master’s research focused on developing a novel growth medium for cultivating Lactobacillus bulgaricus, a well- regarded probiotic for fermentation and gut health. As an active individual, he participates in numerous activities beyond academics. He has been involved in various extracurricular pursuits.
