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Hire Kenneth S.

Nigeria

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Freelance Editor & Proofreader with 7+ year of experience in science publication (medical, physical, and life siciences)

Profile Summary

An academic writer, editor, and proofreader skilled in refining complex scientific and technical manuscripts into clear, well-structured scholarly writing. Experienced in editing academic papers across scientific and medical disciplines, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to journal guidelines while preserving the author’s voice. Proficient in preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals using US and British English, with familiarity in citation styles such as Chicago, AMA, and APA. With a background in food science and food technology, I bring strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and expertise in scientific writing and research communication. I am passionate about advancing food science, supporting high-quality research publications, and contributing to innovation in food systems through scientific knowledge, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Microbiology
• ☆ Microbiome Research
• ☆ Industrial Microbiology
• ☆ Microbiological Assays
• ☆ Biochemistry
• ☆ Biochemical Assays
• ☆ Oxidative Stress & Mitochondrial Function
• ☆ Antioxidants
• ☆ Enzyme Activity Assays
• ☆ Food Engineering
• ☆ Food Additives
• ☆ Nutrition Science
• ☆ Food Microbiology
• ☆ Food Sensory Analysis
• ☆ Food Preservation
• ☆ Food Safety
• ☆ Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry
• ☆ Food Processing
• ☆ Dairy Science
• ☆ Food Chemistry
• ☆ Food Testing
• ☆ Plant-Based Protein
• ☆ Vegetarian & Vegan Nutrition
• ☆ Food & Beverage Manufacturing
• ☆ Food & Beverage Development
• ☆ Recipe Formulation
• ☆ Peer Review

Services

• Writing

Writing Audio Transcription, General Proofreading & Editing, Translation

Work Experience

Academic Editor and Proofreader

Archivist Editorial Services

January 2021 - Present

Freelance Academic editor

Wordvice Editing Service

January 2019 - January 2021

Education

Masters of Science - Food Science

University of Ibadan

May 2021 - November 2023

M.Sc (Food Technology )

University of Ibadan

March 2021 - July 2023

B.Sc (Food Science and Technology )

University of Uyo Faculty of Agriculture

December 2012 - June 2018

Certifications

• The Protein Transition: The science behind alternative proteins

  The Good Food Institute

  https://learn.gfi.org/certificates/girtnetx50

  March 2026 - Present

• EF SET English Certificate 67/100 (C1 Advanced)

  EF SET

  https://cert.efset.org/en/obNWDY

  March 2026 - Present

• An Introduction to Peer Reviewing

  Web of Science Academy

  January 2022 - Present

Publications

REPORT

Kenneth Okon Sampson, Iwuamadi Izuchukwu, Ityotagher Philip Aondoakaa Feasibility Study Report on the Establishment of an Orange Juice Processing Industry. University of Ibadan.

DISSERTATION THESIS

Kenneth Okon Sampson Evaluative study on the chemical and functional properties of pearl millet-based dumplings enriched with oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) leaf extract.

Kenneth Okon Sampson Production and evaluation of cookies from composite flours of tiger nut, date fruit, and orange fleshed sweet potato.