Hlengilizwe Nyoni

Hlengilizwe Nyoni oversees and is the lead researcher in the Environmental Contaminants Analytical Laboratory.

He is an expert analytical chemist with a unique ability to interpret and understand the rationale behind models, theories, and principles of diverse mass spectroscopy techniques. Hlengilizwe has a deep knowledge in vast analytical techniques including high resolution mass spectrometer (UHPLC-Orbitrap) and tandem mass spectrometer (GC-QQQ) amongst others. 

Research Interests

• Development of sampling techniques and analytical methods for assessment of priority and emerging inorganic and organic contaminants in aquatic environment, 
• Monitoring programs and interlaboratory exercises with a special focus on passive sampling techniques in the aquatic environment.

Field(s) of Specialization

• LC and GC HRMS Instrumental techniques
• Environmental Analytical Chemistry
• Passive sampling techniques