Prof. Uzoma Theresa Onuegbu
Prof. Uzoma Theresa Onuegbu is a PROFESSOR in PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Physical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
A polymer/Industrial/environmental Chemist. My main research areas are on briquettes, foam production, and micro-crystalline cellulose.
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Address: | Pure And Industrial Chemistry, Faculty Of Physical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, June, 2005) June, 1999 to June, 2005 PhD. Fire In Hydrocarbon Environment |
| 2 | Girls' Secondary School, Abagana. (SSCE, January, 1989) September, 1974 to January, 1979 WAEC ?Certificate School Certificate |
| 3 | College of Education, Warri, (UNIBEN Affliate). (NCE, September, 1985) December, 1981 to January, 1984 NCE Chemistry/Education |
| 4 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, July, 1983) December, 1986 to January, 1989 BSc ED. Chemistry Chemistry/Education |
| Other / Relevant Certificates | |
| 1 | Online Facilitation Course at Ladoke Akinola University of Technology (LAUTECH, Ogomosho, Nigeria) (July, 2023) June, 2023 to July, 2023 LMS And Online Facilitation Course Pebl Certificate Of Completion |
| 2 | AfriHUB ICT Solutions for Africa (March, 2009) March, 2009 to March, 2009 Certificate Of Proficency ICT Solutions |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Nomination into the Postgraduate Examinations Monitoring Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2022 to January, 2024 |
| 2 | Committee on 1st-Tier 2020/2021 Orientation for Postgraduate Students., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka July, 2021 to July, 2023 |
| 3 | Faculty Associate Editors/Editors Board Advisers Committe, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2021 to Present |
| 4 | Committee on 2nd-Tier 2019/2020 Orientation for Postgraduate Students, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2021 to March, 2023 |
| 5 | Committee on United Parcel Service (UPS)., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2021 to January, 2023 |
| 6 | Committee of Postgraduate Orientation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2020 to April, 2020 |
| 7 | Appointment as Postgraduate Sub-dean, Faculty of Physical Science., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka August, 2019 to November, 2023 |
| 8 | Committee on Review and Update of SPGS Handbook/Prospectus, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka June, 2019 to June, 2021 |
| 9 | Appointment as Reviewer of Tertiary Education Trust Fund Manuscript, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2018 to April, 2020 |
| 10 | Election as Postgraduate sub-dean, Faculty of Physical Science., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka May, 2017 to August, 0019 |
| 11 | Diploma Programme Committe, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka May, 2016 to May, 2018 |
| 12 | NAU Water Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka May, 2016 to May, 2018 |
| 13 | Appointment as Head of Department, Pure and industrial Chemistry., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka December, 2015 to February, 2017 |
| 14 | Appointment as Member of the Faculty Synopsis Committee, Appointment of Member of Synopsis Committee for Faculty of Physical Sciences, Constitution of Five-Man Vetting Committee of the Faculty., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka June, 2015 to August, 2021 |
| 15 | Appointment as Head of Department., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2014 to December, 2015 |
| 16 | Appointment as Faculty Lecture Committee Members, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2014 to April, 2016 |
| 17 | Appointment as Postgraduate Supervisor Phd., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2012 to Present |
| 18 | Appointment as Postgraduate Supervisor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2012 to Present |
| 19 | Appointment as a Faculty Senate Representative, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2011 to September, 2013 |
| 20 | Appointment as a Committee Member, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2011 to February, 2013 |
| 21 | PG Coordinator, Departmental level, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2010 to November, 2014 |
| 22 | Member, Examination Misconduct Committee (FPS), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2010 to March, 2017 |
| 23 | Member, Committee on FPS Annual Lecture Series, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2010 to February, 2016 |
| 24 | Replacement as the Acting Head Of Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2008 to October, 2009 |
| 25 | Appointment as Postgraduate Supervisor(PGD & MSc)., Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka July, 2008 to Present |
| 26 | Project Supervisor (Postgraduate), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka July, 2008 to Present |
| 27 | PG Coordinator, Departmental level, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2006 to October, 2008 |
| 28 | Sandwich Coordinator, Departmental level, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2001 to October, 2006 |
| 29 | Academic Adviser (100-400 levels), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2000 to October, 2008 |
| 30 | Project Supervisor (Undergraduate), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2000 to Present |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | N. O. Eze, F. S. Nworie, S. Nnamdi, T. U. Onuegbu.. (2024, June), "FABRICATION, OPTIMIZATION AND ASSESSMENT OF THE PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF CASSAVA LOCAL VARIETY (Ighu) and Colocasia esculenta (COCOYAM) PEEL COMPOSITE BIO-SOLID FUELS", J. Chem. Soc. Nigeria., Vol. 49, (Issue 2), pp 162 - 152 |
| 2 | Chinyere E. Umeocho, Kingsley C. Ezejiegu, Chinyere Q. Ujabike, Theresa U. Onuegbu, Victor C. Eze. (2024, March), "Enhancement of the mechanical properties of sawdust briquette using mung beans waste", Mater Eng Res, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 332-340 |
| 3 | Chinyere E. Umeocho, Cletus O. Ezidi, Eucharia N. Nwosu, Clementina I. Nwankwo, Kingsley C. Ezejiegu, Theresa U. Onuegbu.. (2024, March), "Comparative study of the combustion properties of briquettes produced from blends of mung beans shell, uncarbonized and carbonized sawdust", Chem Rep., Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 285-290 |
| 4 | Ikoya, Abosede Omemereyore, Onuegbu Theresa Uzoma, Okeke Abuchi Princewill.. (2024, May), "Effects of Surface Modification on the Mechanical Properties and Water Absorbtion of Raphia farinifera (Raphia Fibre)", International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, Vol. 25, (Issue 3), pp 68-75 |
| 5 | Jude I. Duruaku, Patrick A.C. Okoye, Theresa U. Onuegbu, Valentine I. Onwukeme, Nkechi H. Okoye, Joseph O. Nwadiogbu.. (2023, December), "Physicochemical Properties of Sustainable Wood Plastic Composites Of Tropical Sawdust and Thermoplastic Waste for Possible Utilization in the Wood Industry.", Journal of Sustainable Bioenergy Systems., Vol. 13, pp 149-171 |
| 6 | CI Nwankwo , T U Onuegbu, I F Okafor and P C Igwenagu. (2023, December), "Utilization of agricultural waste in the production of charcoal briquette blend as alternative source of energy", Earth and Environmental Science, pp 1-11 |
| 7 | Ogochukwu J. Okakpu, Patrice A. C. Okoye, Theresa U. Onuegbu.. (2023, November), "Determination of some heavy metals and physicochemical properties in contaminated soils of open waste dumpsite in Awka, Anambra State", Health Environ., Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 229-236 |
| 8 | Nnaemeka J.N. Nnajia,*, Christopher U. Sondea, Obianuju L. Nwanjia, Godwin C. Ezehb, Abraham U. Onuigboc, Adamma M. Ojukwuc, Precious C. Mbahd, Abosede Omowumi Adewumie, Edith C. Unokaf, Jude O. Otedof, Thereasa U. Onuegbuc. (2022, December), "Dacryodes edulis leaf derived biochar for methylene blue biosorption", Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, pp 1-11 |
| 9 | N.J. Nnaji, N.I. Okafor, A.M. Ekwonu, O.U. Osuji, O.O. Okwukogu, O. Okoye, A.I. Anozie, S.C. Anene, R.C. Ehiri, T.U. Onuegbu.. (2021, June), "Cashew nut testa tannin resin- preparation, characterization and absorption studies.", Journal of Taibah University for SCience, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 170-1823 |
| 10 | Eze Nkechinyere Olivia, Ejimofor Samuel Adimchinobi, Onuegbu Theresa Uzoma.. (2021, February), "Equilibrium and Kinetic Studies of Liquid Phase Adsorption of Methylene Blue Onto Phosphoric Acid Modified Bambaranut shell.", Acta Chemica Malaysia Sciendo, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 42-52 |
| 11 | Ifeoma Maryjane Iloamaeke, Nnaemeka J. Nnaji, Edith Chinyere Okpala, Augustine N. Eboatu, Theresa Uzoma Onuegbu.. (2021, March), "Mercenaria mercenaria shell: coagulation-flocculation studies on colour removal by response surface methodology and nephlometric kinetics of an industrial effluent.", Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering., Vol. 9, pp 1-17 |
| 12 | Nkechinyere Olivia Eze, Ikelle Ikelle, Felix Sunday Nworie, Jerome Nworu, Theresa Onuegbu.. (2021, July), "Fabrication, Characterization, Mechanical and Combustion properties of Bio-Briquettes Derived from Agro-Wastes of Bush Mangonut shell and sugarcane bagasse.", Asian Journal of Energy Transformation and Conservation., Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 8-18 |
| 13 | F.O. Nnaneme, T.U. Onuegbu, S.C. Agbo and E.S. Okwute.. (2020, June), "The Characterization of Local Clay From Anambra State for Its Potential Applications in the Production of Ceramic Whitewares.", Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences., Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 22-33 |
| 14 | Pauline N. Obianuko and Tessy U. Onuegbu. (2020, December), "Effects of Two Pre-Treatment Methods on Water Absorption Property of Polyester-Fibre Composites.", European Journal of Engineering Research and Science., Vol. 5, (Issue 12), pp 92-95 |
| 15 | E.R. Udo, T.U. Onuegbu, U.D. Akpabio.. (2020, November), "Extraction and Characterization of Cellulose and Microcristalline Cellulose (MCC) from Marantochloa cuspidata leaves.", J. Chem. Soc. Nigeria., Vol. 45, (Issue 6), pp 1171-1176 |
| 16 | Chiagozie Michael Ekwunife, Aghoghome Eruemrejovwo, Rosemary Uche Arinze and Theresa Uzoma Onuegbu.. (2020, May), "Synthesis and Characterization of Vinyl Acetate Grafted onto Obeche Wood (Triplochinton scleroxylon) Cellulose Material.", Open Science Journal of Biosciences and Bioengineering., Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 20-25 |
| 17 | Nnaemeka J.N. Nnajia,*, Thereasa U. Onuegbub, Obiageli Edokweb, Godwin C. Ezehc, Adaeze P. Ngwud. (2016, March), "An approach for the reuse of Dacryodes edulis leaf: Characterization, acetylation and crude oil sorption studies", Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, pp 3205–3216 |
| 18 | Onuegb .T.U., Umoh E.T. and Onuigbo U.A.. (2013, December), "Eupatorium odoratus as Ecofriendly Green corrosion inhibitor of mild Steel in Sulphuric acid", Internal Journal of Scientific and Technology Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 4-8 |
| 19 | Onuegb .T.U., Umoh E.T. and Onwuekwe I.T.. (2013, February), "Physico chemical Analysis of effluents from Jacon Chemical industries Limited, Makers of Bonalus Emulsion and Gloss paints", Internal Journal of Science and Technology, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 169-173 |
| 20 | Onuegb .T.U., Umoh E.T. and Okoro N.C.. (2013, April), "Tensile Behaviour and Hardness of coconut fibre Ortho unsaturated Polyester Composite", Global Journal of Science Frontier ReseaRCH, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 1-6 |
| 21 | I.M. Iloamaeke, T.U. Onuegbu, U.C. Umeobika, N.I. Umedum.. (2013, February), "Green Approach to Corrosion Inhibition of Mild Steel Using Emilia Sonchifolia and Vitex Doniana in 2.5M HCl Medium.", International Journal of Science and Modern Engineering., Vol. 1, (Issue 3), pp 48-52 |
| 22 | Umeobika U.C., Onuegbu T.U., Iloamaeke M.I., Ekwueme I.J.. (2013, February), "Synthesis and Evaluation of Performances Characteristics of Rubber Seed Oil-Modified Short and Medium Alkyd Resins.", An International Peer Review Journal for Science., Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 86-92 |
| 23 | I.M. Iloamaeke, T.U. Onuegbu, U.C. Umeobika, C.T. Onyema.. (2013, February), "A Comparative Study of Vitex Doniana and Pterocarpus Soyauxi as Corrosion Inhibitors of Mild Steel in HCl Medium.", Journal of Atoms and Molecules., Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 509-519 |
| 24 | Onuegbu T.U., Ugwu I.E., Ogunfeyitimi .O.. (2013, February), "Physico-Mechinical Properties of Flexible Polyther Foam: Comparatives Effects of Filter.", Chemistry and Material Research., Vol. 3, (Issue 9), pp 46-51 |
| 25 | T.U. Onuegbu, E.T. Umeh, C.N. Ehiedu.. (2013, February), "Emilia Sonchifolia Extract as Green Corrosion Inhibitor for Mild Steel in Acid Medium using Weight Loss Method.", Journal of Natural Sciences Research., Vol. 3, (Issue 9), pp 52-94 |
| 26 | Ogbuagu Jephtha, Onuegbu Theresa, Ikelle Issie ikelle, Chimezie Onuoha, and Anyigor Chukwuma.. (2013, February), "Production and Analysis of the Heating Properties of Coal and Rise Husk Briquettes Using CaSO4 as a Binder.", Journal of Physical Science and Innovation., Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 35-44 |
| 27 | Ogbuagu Jephtha, Onuegbu Theresa, Ikelle Issie ikelle, Obini E. Ude, and Anyigor Chukwuma.. (2013, February), "The Thermal Characterization of Onyeama Coal and Rice Husk Briquettes Produced Using Bitumen as a Binder.", Journal of Physical Science and Environmental Safety., Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 38-45 |
| 28 | Theresa U. Onuegbu. (2012, August), "The Green Energy Alternative for domestic cooking in rural Nigeria.", Chemistry and Technology of Renewable Resources., Vol. 2, pp 31-49 |
| 29 | T.U. Onuegbu, I.M. Ogbu, C. Ejikeme. (2012, January), "Comparative Analysis of Densities and Calorific Values of Wood and Briquettes Samples Prepared at Moderate Pressure and Ambient Temperature.", International Journal of Plant, Animal and Environmental Sciences., Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 40-45 |
| 30 | Uche Eunice Ekpunobi, Augustine Nnaluo Eboatu, Patrice-Anthony Chudi Okoye and Theresa Uzoma Onuegbu. (2012, August), "Mild Extraction Technique for Flavonoids from leaves of Nypa fruiticans and chemical Analysis of its components", J.Chem. Chem. Engr., Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 101-108 |
| 31 | Onuegbu T.U., Eboatu A.N., Iwuchukwu I.E.,Ekpunobi U.E. and Okeke A.U.. (2012, May), "Comparative Effects of the Fire Behaviours of Potassium Aluminium, Sulphate and Potassium Sesquicarbonate on flexible polyether foam", Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals, Vol. 556, pp 84-93 |
| 32 | Iloamaeke Ifeoma Mary Jane, Theresa Uzoma Onuegbu,Ajiwe Vincent Egbulefu and Umeobika Ugochukwu. (2012, June), "Corrosion Inhibition Behaviour of Emilia sonchifilia leaves Extract as a Green corrosion Inhibitor for mild steel in hydrochloric acid medium", International Journal of Basic and Applied Chemical Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 48-58 |
| 33 | Onuegbu T.U.. (2012, July), "A Study on the Effect of coconut and palm kernel shells on Density, porosity index and tensile properties of Flexible polyether foam", ARPN Journal of Sciences and Technology, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 529-532 |
| 34 | Onuegbu Theresa Uzoma, Iloamaeke Ifeoma Maryjane, Umoh EnoObong Thompson, Ajiwe Vincent Ishmael Egbulefu and Umedum Ngozi Lilian. (2012, July), "Ethanol Extract of Vitex doniana as a green corrosion inhibitor for mild steel in hydrochloric acid medium", J. Chem. Chem, Engr, Vol. 6, pp 708-714 |
| 35 | T.U.Onuegbu, N.O.Ilochi, I.M. Ogbu, F.O. Obumselu and I. Okafor. (2012, August), "Preparation of Environmental Friendly Biocoal Briquette from Groundnut Shell and Maize cob Biomass waste: Comparative Effects of Ignition time and Water boiling Studies", Current Research in Chemistry, pp 1-9 |
| 36 | Onuegbu T.U., Umoh E.T. and Iwuchukwu. (2012, December), "Flame retardant Effects on Flexible Polyurethane foam treated with Potassium Aluminium Sulphate", ARPN Journal of Sciences and Technology, Vol. 2, (Issue 11), pp 1097-1102 |
| 37 | T.U. Onuegbu, U.E. Ekpunobi, I.M. Ogbu, M.O. Ekeoma and F.O. Obumselu. (2011, May), "Comparative Studies of Ignition Time and Water Boiling Test of Coal and Biomass Briquettes Blend.", IJRRAS, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 153-159 |
| 38 | T.U. Onuegbu, C.M. Ejikeme and J.N. Obi.. (2011, August), "The Effect of Animal Wastes on the Tensile Strength, Elongation-At-break and Hardness of Flexible Polyther Foam.", International Jour. Chem, Vol. 21, (Issue 2), pp 129-134 |
| 39 | T.U. Onuegbu, Ogbuagu A.S. and Ekeoma M.O. (2011, June), "The Role of Catalyst in Green Synthesis of Chemicals for sustainable future", Journal of Basic Physical Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 11), pp 86-92 |
| 40 | Theresa U. Onuegbu. (2011, September), "Plastic Blood, A Substitute for Transfused Blood", Chemistry in Nigeria, Vol. 3, (Issue 5), pp 22-24 |
| 41 | T.U. Onuegbu and Ejimofor V.N.. (2011, October), "Flame Retardant Effects of Potassium Aluminum Sulphate (Alum) on Kraft Sheet.", International Journal of Basic and Applied Chemical Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 94-98 |
| 42 | F.O. Obumselu, I.O. Okerulu, V.I. Onwukeme, T.U. Onuegbu and R.C. Eze.. (2011, November), "Phytochemical and antibacterial analysis of the leaf extracts of Ricinus Communis", Journal of Basic Physical Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 68-72 |
| 43 | Okoye A.C., Dioha I.J., Ezeonu F.C., Eboatu A.N., and Onuegbu T.U.. (2011, August), "Energy Crisis and Attendant of Poverty and Environmental Problems.", Nigeria Journal of Solar Energy, Vol. 22, pp 138-143 |
| 44 | M.I. Ogbu, T.U. Onuegbu, V.I.E. Ajiwe and C.T. Onyema. (2011, September), "The Current Status of Biofuel Development.", ANACHEM Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 989-997 |
| 45 | I.J. Dioha, O. Olugbemi, T.U. Onuegbu and Z. Shahru. (2011, October), "Determination of Ascorbic Acid Content of Some Tropical Fruits by Iodometric Titration.", Int. J. Biol. chem. Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 5), pp 2180-2184 |
| 46 | Ekpunobi U.E. and Onuegbu T.U.. (2011, September), "Thermal Degradation Effect on the Proximate Analysis of Nipa Palm Fibre.", Academic Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 1) |
| 47 | Theresa U. Onuegbu. (2010, September), "Improving Fuel wood Efficiency in Rural Nigeria : A case for Briquette Technology", A National Magazine of CSN, Vol. 3, (Issue 4) |
| 48 | T.U. Onuegbu, N Obianuko, G.U. Mbachu and I.M. Iloamaeke. (2010, June), "The Effects of Animal waste( Goat Femur) as filler in Flexible Polyurethane Foam", Journal of Basic Physical Reseach, Vol. 1, (Issue 1) |
| 49 | T.U. Onuegbu, JN. Obi and C. Ejikeme. (2010, November), "The effect of Palm Kernel Shell powder as filler in flexible Polyether foam", Internation Journal of Physical Science, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 126-129 |
| 50 | Onuegbu T.U. Ogbu I. M., Ilochi N.O., Okafor i., Obumselu O.F. and Ekpunobi U.E.. (2010, April), "Enhancing the Efficiency of coal briquette to rural Nigeria using pennisetum purpurem", Avances in Natural and Applied Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 399-304 |
| 51 | T.U. Onuegbu, I.M. Ogbu, N.O. Ilochi, U.E. Ekpunobi and A.S. Ogbuagu.. (2010, December), "Enhancing the Properties of Coal Briquette Using Spear grass (Imperata Cylindrica)", Leonardo Journal of Sciences., Vol. 1, (Issue 17), pp 47-58 |
| 52 | T.U. Onuegbu, C. Ejikeme, J.N. Obi, and I.O.C. Ekejiuba.. (2010, October), "The use of Chicken Bone Powder as Filler in Flexible Polyether Foam.", Ultra Scientist, Vol. 22, (Issue 3), pp 613-618 |
| 53 | T.U. Onuegbu and U.E. Ekpunobi. (2010, August), "Flame Retardant Effects on Flexible Polyurethane", Academic Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 1-3 |
| 54 | T.U. Onuegbu and Peter Ekemezie. (2009, September), "Overview of Green Chemistry, An Effective Pollution Prevention", A National Magazine of CSN, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 23-27 |
| 55 | T.u. Onuegbu, A.N Eboatu, I.O.C. Ekejiuba and P.M. Nwako. (2008, August), "Local Raw Material feed for fire Extinguisher", J. Sci Engr Tech, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 7962-7970 |
| 56 | T.U. Onuegbu, L.O. Okoye, I.J. Dioha, P.A.C. Okoye and P.M.Nwako. (2008, September), "Treated Effluents and Sludge Samples: A case Study of Nigerian Guinness Brewery", J. Chem. Soc. Nigeria, Vol. 33, (Issue 1), pp 6-9 |
| 57 | T.U. Onuegbu and Ibeh T.N. (2008, September), "An Overview of Green Chemistry for Sustainable Development", Proceedings of CSN, pp 3-8 |
| 58 | T.U. Onuegbu, R.U. Arinze, P.A.C. Okoye and N.C Anaka. (2008, June), "Phytochemical Screening and Mineral Determination of Mucuna flagellipies", Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 7926-7930 |
| 59 | V.I.E. Ajiwe, C.M. Obi and T.U. Onuegbu. (2007, August), "Coupling of Phthalocyanine Pigment With Sulfanilic Acid Dye and their application", African Journal Sci., Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 1671-1680 |
| 60 | V.I.E. Ajiwe, T.U. Onuegbu and C.S Ubani. (2007, June), "Proximate Analysis of Spondias mombinseed and Characterization of its oil", Journal of African Sciences, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 6986-6993 |
| 61 | V.I.E. Ajiwe, T.U. Onuegbu and M.C. Ozumba. (2007, March), "Manufacture and Analysis of Co-polymerized rigid Polyurethane Foam Products", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 14, (Issue 1), pp 7298-7310 |
| 62 | T.U. Onuegbu, V.I. Ajiwe, R.U. Arinze and L.O. Okoye. (2007, December), "Analysis of Untreated Effluents fom Guinness Brewery in Nigeria", Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 10, (Issue 4), pp 7466-7473 |
| 63 | T.U. Onuegbu. (2007, December), "Thermomechanical Properties of Recycled Low Density Polyethylene (Sachet Water Bag)", J. Sci Engr Tech, Vol. 14, (Issue 4), pp 7906-7912 |
| 64 | Theresa U. Onuegbu. (2007, September), "The Use of Polymeric Materials as Substitutes for living tissues", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 12-14 |
| 65 | T.U. Onuegbu, A.N. Eboatu and I.J. Dioha. (2007, November), "Reducing Fire Risk in Recycled Low Density Polyethylene", ANACHEM Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 58-63 |
| 66 | V.I.E. Ajiwe, P.U. Ofora and T.U. Onuegbu. (2007, November), "The Pharmaceutical Constituens of Acalypha Torta(Croton Flower)", ANACHEM Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 143-147 |
| 67 | V.I.E. Ajiwe, A.M. Ofojekwu, T.U. Onuegbu and I.S. Okonkwo. (2007, November), "The Preliminary Study of Pharmaceutical Constituents of Desmodium Velutinum leaf( Wild D.C.)", ANACHEM Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 192-196 |
| 68 | R.U. Arinze, A.N. Eboatu, I.J. Dioha, T.u. Onuegbu andB.u. Iwendi. (2007, November), "Contamination of Foodstuffs sold in Nigerian Markets by Some Toxic Heavy Metals", ANACHEM Journal, Vol. 11, (Issue 11), pp 33-35 |
| 69 | T.U. Onuegbu, O. Ogunfeyitimi and V.I.E Ajiwe. (2007, November), "Local Raw Material as Filler in Flexible Polyurethane Foam", ANACHEM Journal, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-7 |
| 70 | I.J Dioha, A.N Eboatu, R.U. Arinze ,T.U. Onuegbu and P.A.C .Okoye. (2006, November), "Biogas Production from the mixture of Poultry Droppings and Cow Dung", Nigerian Journal Of Solar Energy, Vol. 16, pp 1-4 |
| 71 | T.U. Onuegbu, R.U. Arinze and N.C. Ojinaka. (2006, August), "Reducing Fire Risk in Industrial Paint", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1495-1502 |
| 72 | R.U.Arinze, T.U. Onuegbu, P.A.C. Okoye and O.C. Egbonu. (2005, August), "Analysis of Sachet Water from Seven Different Brands Sold in Nigerian Market", African Journal Sci., Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1288-1296 |
| 73 | V.I.E. Ajiwe, C.M. Ulakpa and T.U. Onuegbu. (2005, August), "Additives Effects on Production of Polyurethane Flexible Foams", World Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 6, pp 957-967 |
| 74 | Dioha I.J., Birnin Kebbi, Tunga U.S. and Onuegbu T.U.. (2005, November), "Biogas Production from Rice Husk and the Physicochemical Analysis of the digested and undigested Slurries", Bulletin of SAN, Vol. 26, pp 401-405 |
| 75 | R.Arinze, I.J. Dioha, P.A.c. Okoye A.N. Eboatu and T.U. Onuegbu. (2005, August), "Comparative Studies of Cumulative Yields of from Different Organic Wastes", Nigeren Journal of Renewable Energy, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 11-14 |
| 76 | U.T Ngfene, A.N. Eboatu, P.M. Nwako and Chika Ezenwa. (2001, June), "The Distribution Patern for Harmattan Dust Fillers in Polypropylene Matrix", J.Chem. Soc. Nigeria, Vol. 26, (Issue 2), pp 181-183 |
| 77 | Ogboso E, Eboatu A.N., Ngene T.U. and Asomugha R.E.. (2000, November), "Thermomechanical Properties of Polypropylene-Harmattan Dust Composite", Nigerian Journal of Polymer Sci Technology, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 89-93 |
| 78 | A.N. Eboatu, C.C Ezeobi, L.O. Ezenweke and T.U.Ngene5555. (1997, November), "Flame Characteristics of some Tropical Timbers of South Eastern Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 29-34 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "1. Comparative analysis of flexible polyether foam filled with coconut and palm kernel shell powder" (2009). Completed Masters project by Obi Justina Nnenna( 2007546003F) |
| 2 | "2. Comparative analysis of flexible polyether foam filled with cow and chicken bone powder," (2009). Completed Masters project by Ejikeme Chigozie Margaret |
| 3 | "Investigation of effects of two flame retardants on the fire characteristics of flexible polyether foam." (2010). Completed Masters project by Okeke A.U.G., 2007546005P |
| 4 | "Comparative analysis of Coal briquettes blend with groundnut shell and maize cob." (2010). Completed Masters project by Ilochi N.O.,2008546005F |
| 5 | "Analysis of untreated effluent and soil samples, a case study of Sachlux paint, Nigeria Ltd." (2011). Completed Doctorate project by Okoye Ebelechukwu Ifeoma, 2006547002P, |
| 6 | "Effects of two Chemical pretreatment methods on Kenaf, Hibiscus cannabalis L, bastFibres." (2012). Completed Masters project by Obianuko Pauline U., 2009546017P |
| 7 | "Effects of two Chemical pretreated Palm(Raphia) Fibres on polyester Composite." (2012). Completed Masters project by Anike David C, 2009546012F |
| 8 | "Comparative Effects of Emilia sonchifolia, Vitexdoniana and pterocarpussoyauxi As Corrosion Inhibitors of Mild Steel in HCl medium." (2012). Completed Masters project by IloamaekeIfeoma M., 2009546016P |
| 9 | "Analysis of untreated effluent and soil samples, a case study of Hermas paint industry, Enugwuukwu." (2012). Completed Masters project by Morah Ebere, 2008546002F |
| 10 | "Physico-mechanical and morphological properties of coconut fibre -polyester composites: effects of acetylation treatment of coconut fibre." (2013). Completed Masters project by Okoroh Nwannedi Christain, 2010546013F. |
| 11 | "Effects of Flame retardants on treated and untreated Bagasse paper." (2014). Completed Masters project by Nwokoro Edith Chinyere, 2010546019F |
| 12 | "Effects of fillers on the properties of Flexible Polyether Foam" (2014). Completed Masters project by Ugwu Lawrence Ejiofor, 201254600F |
| 13 | "The use of Kaolin as a Filler in Ortho- Unsaturated Polyether Composite." (2013). Completed Masters project by Ogor Stephen Onyedika ,2010546014F |
| 14 | "Effect of Modifications on Raphia Palm Fibre(Arecace family)/polyester Composite." (2014). Completed Masters project by Ezu Sunday Cyprian-2010546016F |
| 15 | "Effect of some additives on mechanical properties of Epoxy resin" (2015). Completed Masters project by Onuoha Uchechukwu Michael -2011626017F.A |
| 16 | "Synergistic effect of ammonium chloride and borax as flame retardants on selected timbers." (2015). Completed Masters project by Nwajiobi Chisom Chima -2012546049F. |
| 17 | "Effect of Sawdust from Ricinodendronheudelotti and khayaivorensis on some properties coal briquette." (2016). Completed Masters project by Okakpu Ogochukwu, 2011626043F. |
| 18 | "Effect of binders on the properties of coal briquette blends produced with different biomasses." (2017). Completed Doctorate project by Ikelle Issie Ikelle, 2008547011F, |
| 19 | "Acanthosper mum hispidum leaf extract as green corrosion inhibitor for mild steel 0.5MHCl and 1.0M H2SO4 Acid media." (2017). Completed Masters project by Ehiedu Chukwuwuikem, 2012546016F. |
| 20 | "N-(-2-chloroethyl) morpholine -4-carbon oxamide as corrosion inhibitorfor mild steel in 0.05M HCl." (2018). Completed Masters project by Onuigbo Uzochukwu, 2012546033F |
| 21 | "Optimization and kinetics of coagulation flocculation process for the treatment of paint effluent using natural coagulant." (2018). Completed Doctorate project by Iloamaeke Ifeoma M, 2012547003PF. |
| 22 | "31. Physicochemical analysis of Mbaukwu clay and it’s utilization in production of ceramic tiles." (2019). Completed Masters project by Chikwelu Geraldine Nwanneka, 2012547006F |
| 23 | "32. Coag- flocculation potential of Achatinaachatina(AA) shell in the removal of suspended solids from paint effluent(PE)" (2019). Completed Masters project by Okpala Edith. |
| 24 | "Physicochemical and analysis of Ukpor clayand its utilization in the production of ceramic wares." (2021). Completed Masters project by Nwaneme Felix Onyebuchi, 2018546003F |
| 25 | "Utilization of carbonized Cassava Stem Biomass with uncarbonized Agrowaste for production of Charcoal briquette blends as Renewable Source of Energy." (2023). Completed Masters project by Nwankwo Clementina Ifeyinwa, 2018546011F |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Sponsorship for 2004 Education Trust fund for Staff Training and Development" (April, 1999 to July, 2004). Completed sponsored grant by Education Trust Fund |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Journal Of Basic Physical Reseach" (March, 2021) |
| 2 | Editor, "Journal Of Basic Physical Reseach" (December, 2016) |
| 3 | Editor, "World Academy Of Science, Engineering and Technology" (June, 2013) |
| 4 | Editor, "Current Research in Chemistry" (December, 2012) |
| 5 | Editor, "Asia Journal Of Applied Sciences" (December, 2012) |
| 6 | Editor, "Asia Journal Of Scientific Research" (December, 2012) |
| 7 | Editor, "Trends in applied Sciences research" (December, 2012) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Appointment as Reviewer of Tertiary Education Trist Fund" (April, 2018) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Some Studies on the Mixing of Coal Briquetting Material." (September, 2013) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Some Studies of Coal Briquetting" (March, 2013) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Interfacial, Mechanical and Thermal properties of coir fibre- reinforced Polylactic (acid) Biodegradable Composite" (November, 2013) |
| 5 | Reviewer, "Assessment of Water Supply Facilities in Owo Local Government Area, Ondo State, Nigeria." (June, 2012) |
| 6 | Reviewer, "Level of HarzadousAir Pollutants and volatile Organic Compounds in low income houses in lagos Nigeria" (October, 2012) |
| 7 | Reviewer, "Simultaneous UV-VIS Spectrophotometric quantitative determination of Pb, Hg, Cd, As, and Ni ions in aqueous solution using cyanidin as a chromatographic reagent" (November, 2012) |
| 8 | Reviewer, "Chemical Analysis of aqueous Extract of fParkia biglobasa used in indigenous mud wall plaster in northern Ghana" (March, 2012) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner, University of Benin" (August, 2023 to August, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Assessment of Dr E.E. Elemike for Reader" (January, 2023 to March, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Assessment of A.U. Ofoefule for Professorship" (May, 2023 to July, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "Assessment of C. Otoborise for reader" (October, 2023 to December, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 5 | Chief Examiner, "Synthesis, DNA-Base binding properties and anti- cancer properties of atetraazamalerocy-cyclin" (October, 2023 to October, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 6 | Chief Examiner, "Assessment of Dr M.C. Elinge for Reader" (October, 2022 to December, 2022). Completed External Exam |
| 7 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner Paul University" (March, 2021 to March, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| 8 | Examiner, "Comparative analysis immobilization potential cow, goat and poultry manure from refuse dumpsite" (February, 2021 to February, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 9 | Examiner, "Assessment of metal bio-availability in enyigba and Mkpuma Akpatakpa areas of the mining district of Abakaliki, South Eastern Ngeria" (April, 2021 to April, 2021). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 10 | Examiner, "Sedimentologic , Stratigraphic and hydrocarbon potential evaluations of the southern Bida Basin Nigeria" (May, 2021 to May, 2021). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 11 | Examiner, "Recovery of useful products from bio-waste tyres" (May, 2021 to May, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 12 | Examiner, "Fabrication and Characterization of dye sensitized solar cells using dye extract from Natural plants" (August, 2021 to August, 2021). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 13 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner COOU,Uli PG" (December, 2020 to December, 2022). Completed External Exam |
| 14 | Examiner, "Synthesis, characterization and optoelectronic properties of polyaniline carboxylmethyl cellulose thin film for printed electronics" (January, 2020 to January, 2020). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 15 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner to University of Benin" (June, 2019 to June, 2019). Completed External Exam |
| 16 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner ,UNN" (April, 2019 to April, 2020). Completed External Exam |
| 17 | Examiner, "Rare earth dopant semi-conductors via spray pyrolysis" (July, 2019 to July, 2019). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 18 | Examiner, "Speciation of heavy metals in soils of selected parts of Onitsha South LGA, Anambra State" (August, 2019 to August, 2019). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 19 | Examiner, "Electrochromic performance of conductive polydiammellun film for electronic application" (August, 2019 to August, 2019). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 20 | Examiner, "Comparison of pollution tolerance level of some local plant around crude oil refinary area, Warri" (October, 2019 to October, 2019). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 21 | Examiner, "Reinforcement of low density polyethylene and PP using 0.25 NaOH treated with humans and sheep hair fibres" (September, 2018 to September, 2018). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 22 | Examiner, "Evaluation of Source Rock and Paleoenvironment Basin, South Eastern Nigeria" (September, 2018 to September, 2018). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 23 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner to Paul University, Awka" (March, 2017 to March, 2019). Completed External Exam |
| 24 | Chief Examiner, "Assessment of Dr P.O. Agbaire for Reader" (June, 2017 to July, 2017). Completed External Exam |
| 25 | Chief Examiner, "Assessment of Dr P.M. Ejikeme for Professorship" (December, 2017 to January, 2018). Completed External Exam |
| 26 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner PG, UNN" (October, 2016 to October, 2018). Completed External Exam |
| 27 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner, NOCE, Nsugbe" (June, 2015 to June, 2017). Completed External Exam |
| 28 | Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner, University of Uyo" (September, 2012 to September, 2014). Completed External Exam |
| 29 | Chief Examiner, "Appointment as External Examiner" (June, 2011 to June, 2023). Completed External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | National Treasurer Elect, "Chemical Society Nigeria" (September, 2023) |
| 2 | Member Finance and General Purpose Committee, "Chemical Society Nigeria" (November, 2023) |
| 3 | Chairman Inauguration Committee, "Girls' Sec. School Abagana Old Girls' Associartion" (December, 2022 to December, 2022) |
| 4 | Chapter Chairman, "Chemical Society Nigeria" (March, 2020 to March, 2023) |
| 5 | National Adviser SCSN, "Chemical Society Nigeria" (November, 2020 to November, 2023) |
| 6 | Coordinator, "Chemical Society Nigeria" (June, 2015 to March, 2020) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Fellow Member, "Materials Science and Technology Society of Nigeria (MSN)" - P/1128 (member since 2023), https://msn.ng/ |
| 2 | Fellow Member, "Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria" - 1/3/07/0372 (member since 2021), https://iccon.gov.ng/ |
| 3 | Fellow Member, "Chemical Society Nigeria" (member since 2011), https://journals.chemsociety.org.ng/index.php/jcsn |
| 4 | Full Member, "Materials Science and Technology Society of Nigeria (MSN)" - P/1128 (member since 2011), https://msn.ng/ |
| 5 | Life Member, "Chemical Society fNigeria" - CSN/ANC/654 (member since 2007), https://journals.chemsociety.org.ng/index.php/jcsn |
| 6 | Full Member, "Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria" - 1/3/07/0372 (member since 2007), https://iccon.gov.ng/ |
| 7 | Full Member, "Chemical Society fNigeria" - CSN/ANC/654 (member since 2000), https://journals.chemsociety.org.ng/index.php/jcsn |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "The of Chemistry in Solving the present Economic and Security Challenges in Nigeria", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 23rd September, 2022 to 23rd September, 2022; Physical |
| 2 | "Material Development and Utilization: Catalyst for Economic Advancement", (Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria), 10th December, 2021 to 10th December, 2021; Physical |
| 3 | "Global Electrical & Electronic Waste: Health Hazards for Africa", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 7th November, 2021 to 11th November, 2021; Physical |
| 4 | "Chemical Security and Covid-19 Challenges: the Chemistry Perspectives", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 22nd September, 2020 to 27th September, 2020; Physical |
| 5 | "Green Chemistry as a Catalyst for Economic Growth and National Security", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 17th September, 2017 to 22nd September, 2017; Physical |
| 6 | "The Role of Hydrocarbons and the Application of Chemistry in the Emerging Trend of Global Energy Innovation", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 15th September, 2016 to 19th September, 2016; Physical |
| 7 | "Shaping Chemistry of Natural Resources into Sustainable Products Development for Combating Current and Future Challenges of Global Health", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 6th September, 2015 to 11th September, 2015; Physical |
| 8 | "A Century of Nigeria(1914- 2014): Contributions Prospects and Challenges of Chemistry", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 7th September, 2014 to 12th October, 2014; Physical |
| 9 | "13th Int. Conf. of Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria", (Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria), 25th November, 2013 to 29th November, 2013; Physical |
| 10 | "Chemistry and Global Sustainability Economic Development: Challenges and Opportunity for thr Developing Nations", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 16th September, 2013 to 20th September, 2013; Physical |
| 11 | "The 11th Inter. Conf. of Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria", (Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria), 20th November, 2012 to 24th November, 2012; Physical |
| 12 | "11th Inter. Conf. of Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria", (Material Science and Technology Society of Nigeria), 21st November, 2011 to 24th November, 2011; Physical |
| 13 | "Green Chemistry and Sustainable Development Challenges and Prospects", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), 20th September, 2010 to 24th September, 2010; Physical |
| 14 | "Strategic Re-positioning of Chemistry for National Development", (CSN), 22nd September, 2008 to 22nd September, 2008; Physical |
| 15 | "Chemistry Education and Sustainable Development", (Chemical Society of Nigeria), Physical |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Capacity Building Workshop on Laboratory to Market", (CSN Women In Chemistry Webinar), 28th April, 2024 to 28th May, 2024; Zoom |
| 2 | "On-line teaching and examination", (Sandwich Programme Training), 20th June, 2023 to 20th June, 2023; Physical |
| 3 | "Women Training workshop", (CSN Women in Chemistry), 17th June, 2019 to 17th June, 2019; Physical |
| 4 | "Re-engineering the University System through Quality Assurance", (Directorate of Quality Assurance and Certification), Physical |
| Webinars | |
| 1 | "Role of Communication in Industry-Academia Collaboration", (Linkages, Exchanges and Partnership Unit), 25th January, 2024 to 25th January, 2024; Virtual |
| 2 | "Enhancing Research Enterprise, Planning and Management for Young Academics and PhD Students", (CSN Women In Chemistry Webinar), 22nd November, 2023 to 24th November, 2023; Zoom |
| 3 | "Virtual Conference on Chemistry and its Application (VCCA-2022)", (VCCA-2022), 8th August, 2022 to 12th August, 2022; Virtual |
| 4 | "Writing without Plagiarism and Proper Citation Using Mendeley (3-hour)", (Researcher Academy on Campus), 28th July, 2020 to 28th July, 2020; Zoom |
| 5 | "Digging Deep into Chemistry Culture Chemical Security and Technology Expedition", (CSN Women In Chemistry Webinar), 9th July, 2020 to 9th July, 2020; Online |
| 6 | "Strategies for a successful Career as a female", (CSN Women In Chemistry Webinar), 9th January, 2020 to 1st September, 2020; Zoom |
| 7 | "Exploring Chemistry, Natural Products and Security of Chemical Facilities.", (CSN Women In Chemistry Webinar), Online |