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Dr. George M. Mukupa  (Dean)

PhD (University of Botswana, Gaborone-Botswana), MSc Mathematics of Finance-(UB), B.A.ED (University of Zambia, UNZA) 

Dr. George M. Mukupa has research interests in Financial Mathematics, Stochastic Processes, Statistics and Risk Theory. The following are the research Publications:

1.       Mukupa G.M., and Offen E.R. (2015), “The Impact of Utility Functions on The Equilibrium Equity Premium in a Production Economy with Jump Diffusion”, IAENG International Journal of Applied Mathematics (IJAM), vol.45, no.2, pp.120-127.

2.       Mukupa M. George, and Elias R. Offen (2016), “Equity Premium Under Normally Distributed Jump Sizes In A Production Economy With Jumps’’, International Journal of Applied Mathematics and Statistics (IJAMAS) Vol. 54; no.2, pp. 27-41.

 3.       George M. Mukupa, Elias R. Offen, Douglas Kunda and Edward M Lungu (2016) “A comparative study of Equilibrium Equity Premium under Discrete Distributions of Jump Amplitudes” Journal for Mathematical Finance (JMF). Vol. 6; no.1, pp. 232-246. https://doi.org/10.4236/jmf.2016.61020 

 4.       George M. Mukupa, Kalongo Hamusonde, Tiza Mufune and Douglas Kunda (2016) “A Logistic Regression Model to Predict Gender Based Violence In Zambia's Kabwe District” International Journal of Engineering Research and Management (IJERM). Vol. 3; no.5, pp. 65-71.

 5.       George M. Mukupa, Agness Lungu and Stephen Chibangula (2016) “An Empirical Analysis of the Determinants of Economic Growth in Zambia: 1973-2013” World Journal of Research and Review (WJRR). Vol.2; no.5, pp. 69-73.

 6.       George M. Mukupa, Elias R. Offen and Edward M. Lungu (2016) “The Risk Averse Investor’s Equilibrium Equity Premium In A Semimartingale Market With Arbitrary Jumps” Journal of Mathematics Research (JMR), Vol.8; No. 6, pp. 139-147. https://doi.org/10.5539/jmr.v8n6p139 

7.       George M. Mukupa, Musa Phiri and Douglas Kunda (2018) “The Impact Of Load Shedding On The Cost Of Living: A Zambian Perspective” World Journal of Research and Review (WJRR). Vol.6; no.3, pp. 07-15.

8.       George M. Mukupa, Noah Kachingwe and Douglas Kunda (2018) “Macro-Economic Variables Determining Stochastic Volatility of the Zambian Currency” World Journal of Research and Review (WJRR). Vol.6; no.3, pp. 33-37.

9.       Kunda D., Chembe C. and Mukupa G. (2018) "Factors that influence Zambian higher
education lecturer’s attitude towards integrating ICTs in teaching and
research", Journal of Technology and Science Education (JOTSE), Vol.8; no.4, pp. 360-384. https://doi.org/10.3926/jotse.338 

 10.   George M. Mukupa and Elias R. Offen (2018) “Equilibrium Equity Premium in Semimartingale Market when Jump Amplitudes Follow a Binomial Distribution” Journal of Mathematical Finance, Vol. 8; no.3, pp. 599-612. https://doi.org/10.4236/jmf.2018.83038 

11.   George M. Mukupa & Elias R. Offen, 2018. "The semi-martingale equilibrium equity premium for risk-neutral investors," International Journal of Financial Engineering (IJFE), World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd., vol. 5(04), pages 1-15, December. https://doi.org/10.1142/S2424786318500354

 12.   George M. Mukupa & Elias R. Offen, (2020). "The Semimartingale Equilibrium Risk Premium for a Risk Seeking Investor," Journal of Mathematics Research, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 12(4), pages 13-24, August. https://doi.org/10.5539/jmr.v12n4p13

13.   Aaron Zimba, George Mukupa & Victoria Chama (2022).” Emerging Mobile Phone-based Social Engineering Cyberattacks in the Zambian ICT Sector” arXiv preprint arXiv:2212.13721.

 14.   Kalirajan Arunachalam, George Mukupa, (2022). Book Chapter 5 “Microbial Nanotechnology for Bioremediation of Pollutants” in “Emerging Technologies and Advanced Techniques for Waste Treatment and Energy Production”. ISBN: 978-93-94174-07-8.

 15.   Stanley Jere, George Mukupa, Edwin Moyo (2023),’’Portfolio Management Problem with Stochastic Wage Income and Inflation-Adjusted Wealth’’, Journal of Mathematical Finance, 13, pp. 159-170.

 16.   Kalirajan Arunachalam, George Mukupa, (2023). Book Chapter 13. Nanotechnology Applications in Food and Bioprocessing Industries in "Nanomaterials for Bioreactors and Bioprocessing Applications.” Elsevier Book. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-91782-7.00005-9

 17.   Jimmy J. Daka, George Mukupa (2023), Book Chapter. Polyaniline Nanostructures: Techniques in Structure-Tailored Polymerization-Superstructures in "Polyaniline - from Synthesis to Practical Applications", IntechOpen, UK. DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.1002022

 18.   Muwanei S., Mukupa G., (2023). The Adoption and Usage of Recommender Systems in Tertiary Institutions in Zambia: A Case of Mulungushi University. Zambia Association of Public Universities and Colleges, Vol. 3, Issue 1, pp. 120-123.

 

 
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Dr. Obias M. Chimbola  (HOD)

PhD (Botswana International University of Science & Technology, BIUST, Palapye-Botswana),

MSc Mathematics (University of Zimbabwe, UZ), B.A.ED (University of Zambia, UNZA)

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Welcome to the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the School of Natural and Applied Sciences (SNAS). Our department is committed to providing high quality education in the fields of Mathematics and Statistics, with a focus on both theoretical foundations and practical applications.

Our Faculty Members

• Dr. Christian Kasumo

• Dr. Stanley Jere

• Dr. Danny Mukonda

• Dr. George Mukupa

• Mr. Edwin Moyo

• Mr.Levy Matindih

Academic Programmes

We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes designed to equip students with the skills necessary for tackling real-world challenges using mathematical principles.

Our current offerings include:

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistics

• Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science

• Master in Applied Mathematics

Upcoming Programmes

• Bachelor of Science in Applied mathematics

• Master of Science in Biostatistics

Our Vision

To be a leading department in the application of Mathematics and Statistics in solving real-world problems and advancing scientific knowledge.

Mission Statement

We are dedicated to providing quality education, conducting innovative research, and offering expert services to the academic community and beyond.

Collaborations

Our department actively collaborates with other schools within the university, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to problem solving and research.

Contact Information

For further information, please contact:

Dr. Obias M. Chimbola

Head of Department – Mathematics and Statistics

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            Mr. Levy K. Matindih       

Qualifications: BSc. Ed

          MSc -Mathematics

Specialization: Symmetric and Non-Symmetric Topological Structures

Research Interests:

       1. Symmetric and Non-Symmetric Structures in Mathematics

               2. Metric Spaces for Mathematics

               3. Measure with Applications

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          Jimmy J Daka        

Qualifications: BSc. Ed

        MSc Chemistry

Specialization: Chemistry-Materials

Research interests:

1.Heavy Metal contamination and remediation

2.Materials – Electroactive polymers, Biofuels, Composites materials for heavy metal decontamination,

3.Phytochemical compounds for medicinal use.

4.Green and sustainable chemistry

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          Mr. Zebron Nchimunya Tembo        

Qualifications: BSc.Ed (Chemistry)

                         MSc Chemistry( Analytical Chemistry)

Specialization: Analytical Chemistry

Research interests:

                         1.Analysis of small inorganic ions using capillary Zone Electrophoresis (CZE) and High Pressure Liquid Chromatography HPLC

                             (HPLC)  

                        2.Application of Voltammetric determination of trace heavy metals using an electrochemically deposited graphene/bismuth                                             nanocomposite film-modified glassy carbon electrode

 

                        3.Electrochemical Deposition of Materials onto Current Collectors for Thin-Film Batteries

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          Simwatachela Hyden        

QUALIFICATIONS: Msc Biotechnology, Bsc Ed, Certificate in Research proposal writing in sciences, ORC ID 0000-0002-4838-6155,

COURSES TAUGHT: 

 •           Cell Biology and Bio Molecules (BIO 111)

•           Molecular Biology and Genetics (BIO 112)

•           Biostatistics (BIO 211)

•           Enzyme technology (SLT 351)

•           DNA fingerprinting and forensic analysis (SLT371)

•           Toxicology (SLT 372)

•           Cell and Tissue Culture Technology (SLT 332)

•           Laboratory management (SLT 401)

•           Bioprocess Technology (SLT 352)

•           Quality Assurance and Quality Control in a Laboratory.(SLT 422)

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Msc Biotechnology, Bsc Ed, Certificate in Research proposal writing in sciences, ORC ID 0000-0002-4838-6155,

 

COURSES TAUGHT: 

 •           Cell Biology and Bio Molecules (BIO 111)

•           Molecular Biology and Genetics (BIO 112)

•           Biostatistics (BIO 211)

•           Enzyme technology (SLT 351)

•           DNA fingerprinting and forensic analysis (SLT371)

•           Toxicology (SLT 372)

•           Cell and Tissue Culture Technology (SLT 332)

•           Laboratory management (SLT 401)

•           Bioprocess Technology (SLT 352)

•           Quality Assurance and Quality Control in a Laboratory.(SLT 422)

 RESEARCH INTERESTS: 

1.         Vaccines Designing, formulation and Efficacy Testing.

2.         Effectiveness  and principles of laboratory Techniques used in disease Diagnosis.

3.Use of recombinant DNA Technology in GMO for novel products like hormones and enzymes.

4. Application of stem cell technology in regenerative medicine

PUBLICATIONS: Analysis of buccal epithelial cells of smokers for existence of micronuclei, as a biomarker for cancer disposition.

 1. Vaccines Designing, formulation and Efficacy Testing.

2.  Effectiveness  and principles of laboratory Techniques used in disease Diagnosis.

3.Use of recombinant DNA Technology in GMO for novel products like hormones and enzymes.

4. Application of stem cell technology in regenerative medicine

PUBLICATIONS: Analysis of buccal epithelial cells of smokers for existence of micronuclei, as a biomarker for cancer disposition.

 

 

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            Ms. Munsaka Siankuku      

 

Qualifications:BSc.

      MSc. 

Specialization: Molecular Biology

Research interests:

      1.Immunology

      2.Bioinformatics

 

     3.DNA characterization

 

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            Dr. Stanley Jere      

Qualifications: BSc. Ed, University of Zambia, 2004

                          MSc (Mathematical Modeling), University of Dar es Salaam, 2011

                          PhD in Mathematics, University of Botswana, 2022

Specialization: Mathematics/Statistics

Research interests:

                      1. Recent trends in optimization and control

                      2. Stochastic control problems in Mathematics of finance. 

                     3. Derivatives pricing and valuation.

                     4. Statistics - Time series modeling and forecasting, multivariate analysis and Bayesian inference

 

Publications 1. Jere, S., Offen, E.R. and Basmanebothe, O. (2022) Optimal investment and consumption problem with stochastic environments. Journal of Mathematical Finance, 12, 607-628. https://doi.org/10.4236/jmf.2022.124032

2. Jere, S., Offen, E.R. and Basmanebothe, O. (2022) Optimal investment, consumption and life insurance problem with stochastic environments. Journal of Mathematics Research; Vol. 14, No. 4; https://doi.org/10.5539/jmr.v14n4p33 

3. Jere, S., Mukupa, G. and Moyo, E. (2022) Portfolio management problem with stochastic wage income and inflation-adjusted wealth. Journal of Mathematical Finance;  Vol.13 No.2  10.4236/jmf.2023.132010 

4. Jere, S. and Offen, E.R. (2022) Optimal investment, consumption and life insurance problem with labour income and jump-diffusion model. Journal of Mathematics Research; Vol. 16, No. 4;  https://doi.org/10.4236/jmf.2022.124032

5. Jere, S., Banda, A., Chilyabanyama, R. and Moyo, E. (2019) Modelling consumer price index in Zambia: a comparative study between multi-cointegration and ARIMA approach. Open Journal of Statistics, 9, 245-257. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojs.2019.92018

6. Jere, S. and Moyo, E. (2016) Modelling epidemiological data using box-jenkins procedure. Open Journal of Statistics, 6, 295-302. http://dx.doi.org/10.4236/ojs.2016.62025

7. Jere, S. and Siyanga, M. (2016) Forecasting inflation rate of Zambia using holt’s exponential smoothing. Open Journal of Statistics, 6, 363-372. http://dx.doi.org/10.4236/ojs.2016.62031

8. Jere, S. and Siluyele, I. (2016) USING BOX-JENKINS MODELS TO FORECAST MOBILE CELLULAR SUBSCRIPTION. Open Journal of Statistics, 6, 303-309. http://dx.doi.org/10.4236/ojs.2016.62026

9. Jere, S., Kasense, B. and Chilyabanyama, O. (2017) Forecasting foreign direct investment to Zambia: a time series analysis. Open Journal of Statistics, 7, 122-131. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojs.2017.71010 

10. Jere, S., Kasense, B. and Bwalya, B.B. (2017) Univariate time-series analysis of second-hand car importation in zambia. Open Journal of Statistics, 7, 718-730. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojs.2017.74050

11. Bupe B. Bwalya, Stanley Jere, Andrew Banda, Patrick Amanzi and Peter Funsani (2015) Can HIV/AIDS be fought by targeting youths in Zambia? Analysis of the knowledge, attitudes and sexual behavior among youths aged 15 – 24 years. Epidemiology Biostatistics and Public Health - 2015, Volume 12, Number 4.

12. Hamakala, D., Chishimba ,C.K,  and Jere, S, (2017) The comparative review of cost of living between Lusaka and Copperbelt provinces business models for economic growth-The International Journal of Multi-Discipliary Research: ISSN:3471-7102. (Paper ID:CFP/139/2017) www.ijmdr.net

13. Hamakala, D., Kasumo ,C. and Jere, S, (2017) Analysis of implicit trust between the insurer and the insured-a case study of Zambia state insurance corporation (ZSIC)- The International Journal of Multi-Discipliary Research: ISSN:3471-7102. (Paper ID:CFP/141/2017) www.ijmdr.net

14. Jere, S., Banda, A., Kasense, B., Siluyele, I. and Moyo, E. (2019) Forecasting annual international tourist arrivals in Zambia using holt-winters exponential smoothing. Open Journal of Statistics, 9, 258-267. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojs.2019.92019

 

 

 

 

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          Mr. Edwin Moyo           

Qualifications: BSc. Statistics

                          MSc. Mathematical Sciences

                          MSc. Mathematics (Statistics Option)

Specialization: Statistics

Research interests:

                        1. Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

                        2. Sample Survey Design

                        3. Financial Econometrics

                        4. Linear Models

 

                        5. Multivariate Analysis

 

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