Optimisation, Modelling and Numerical Analysis in Science and Engineering
Special Issue in Honour of Professor Olabode Matthias Bamigbola (FNSPS)
On His Retirement and Contributions to Optimisation, Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Analysis
African Scientific Reports (ASR), an open-access journal published by the Nigerian Society of Physical Sciences (NSPS), is pleased to announce a Special Issue in honour of Professor Olabode Matthias Bamigbola, Professor of Mathematics at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria.
This Special Issue celebrates his long and distinguished career in optimisation, mathematical modelling, numerical analysis, and their applications to real-world problems across physical, biological, environmental, engineering, and socio-economic systems.
We invite high-quality submissions from researchers working in areas connected to his research themes. All manuscripts will undergo rigorous peer review, following the editorial standards of ASR.
About the Honouree
Professor Olabode Matthias Bamigbola is a Professor of Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Physical Sciences, University of Ilorin.
His academic work spans:
Optimisation and optimal control;
Mathematical modelling of real-world systems, including: electric power networks; pollution and environmental systems; disease dynamics; biological and ecological systems; finance and capital asset management;
Numerical analysis and computational methods, including: finite element methods; Chebyshev-based methods; numerical treatment of differential equations.
He has contributed significantly to:
The development and application of optimisation methods in ℝⁿ;
Power systems modelling and minimisation of losses on transmission lines;
Environmental and pollution modelling;
Biomathematics;
Financial mathematics.
Professor Bamigbola has also played notable roles in industrial and applied mathematics in Africa, including involvement in the Simons Foundation African Mathematics Project and the International Mathematical Union (IMU) initiatives.
Special Issue Theme
“Optimisation, Modelling and Numerical Analysis in Science and Engineering”
A Special Issue in Honour of Professor Olabode Matthias Bamigbola
This Special Issue aims to bring together new research and comprehensive surveys in applied and computational mathematics, as well as applications across scientific domains where mathematical models and optimisation play key roles.
Scope and Topics of Interest
We welcome original research articles, review papers, and short communications. Topics include, but are not limited to:
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Optimisation and Optimal Control
Unconstrained and constrained optimisation in ℝⁿ
Nonlinear optimisation and trust-region methods
Optimal control theory and applications
Multi-objective and stochastic optimisation
Numerical algorithms for large-scale optimisation
Applications in: power and energy systems (generation, transmission, loss minimisation); engineering design and operations; finance and capital asset management; resource allocation in science and industry -
Mathematical Modelling of Physical and Engineering Systems
Electric power system modelling, voltage/current behaviour, power loss analysis
Fluid flow, heat transfer, and mass transfer models
Industrial and engineering system modelling
Modelling and simulation in materials science
Reliability and performance modelling in engineering and technology -
Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing
Numerical solutions of ODEs and PDEs
Finite difference, finite element, and spectral methods
Chebyshev and orthogonal basis function methods
Stability, convergence, and error analysis
Numerical linear algebra and iterative methods
Algorithms and software for scientific computing -
Environmental and Ecological Modelling
Mathematical models of water and air pollution
Environmental risk assessment and pollution control
Climate, ecosystem dynamics, and resource management models
Optimal control strategies for environmental systems -
Biomathematics and Life Sciences Applications
Infectious disease modelling and epidemiology
Population dynamics and ecological systems
Models in entomology (insect population, pest control)
Mathematical modelling in agriculture and food systems -
Interdisciplinary and Cross-Cutting Applications
Applications of optimisation, modelling, and numerical analysis in:
Data science and machine learning
Health and medical sciences
Economics and social sciences
Engineering and technology (electrical, mechanical, civil)
Case studies integrating mathematical models with empirical data
Decision-support systems based on optimisation and simulation
If you are unsure whether your work fits, but it aligns broadly with applied mathematics, optimisation, modelling, or numerical analysis, it is likely within the scope.
Submission Deadline
31 March 2026
Manuscript Submission Information & Guidelines
Manuscripts should be submitted via the ASR website following the Authors’ Guidelines:
https://asr.nsps.org.ng/index.php/asr/about/guidelines-for-authors
All submissions must conform to ASR’s formatting instructions, ethical standards, and citation style.
During submission, authors should select or indicate:
“Special Issue in Honour of Professor Olabode Matthias Bamigbola” either by choosing the correct section or by writing it in the “Comments for the Editor” box.
Types of Submissions
Research Articles
Review Articles
Short Communications
Originality Requirement
Submitted manuscripts must be original, not published previously, and not under review elsewhere, except for substantially extended conference papers.
Peer Review
All manuscripts will undergo single-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers, evaluating scientific quality, originality, significance, and clarity.
Continuous Online-First Publication
Accepted papers are published online immediately after production and later compiled into hard-copy issues.
Article Processing Charge (APC)
ASR is an open-access journal of NSPS. APCs are:
₦25,000 (80 USD) — NSPS active members
₦40,000 (140 USD) — non-members / inactive members
Language and Formatting
Manuscripts must be written in clear English. Authors may be asked to revise for clarity.
Guest Editorial Team
Lead Guest Editor
Prof. Idowu Ademola Osinuga
Department of Mathematics
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria
Email: [email protected]; [email protected]
Guest Editor 1
Prof. Yidiat Omolade Aderinto
Department of Mathematics
University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
Email: [email protected]
Guest Editor 2
Prof. Michael Olufemi Oke
Department of Mathematics
Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria
Email: [email protected]; [email protected]
