Prof. Chibueze Peter Ihekwereme
Prof. Chibueze Peter Ihekwereme is a PROFESSOR in PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Pharmacology And Toxicology, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY |
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Academic Qualifications
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2014) June, 2009 to February, 2014 PhD Pharmacology & Toxicology |
| 2 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Master Degree, January, 2002) January, 1999 to January, 2002 Master Of Pharmacy Pharmacology & Toxicology |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, December, 1998) October, 1991 to December, 1998 Bachelor Of Pharmacy Pharmacy |
Creative Output
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| 1 | Akachukwu, A., Ikegbunam, M., Enyi, E., Onochie-Igbinedion, T.O.I., Abone, H., Ezeagwuna, D., Nnanna, J., Ihekwereme, C. and Nworu, C. (2023). (2023, June), "Evaluation of Antiplasmodial Effect of Methanol Leaf Extract and Fractions of Eucalyptus camadulensis (Denhn) in Albino Wistar Mice. American Journal of Plant Sciences, 14, 662-676. doi: 10.4236/ajps.2023.146045.", American Journal of Plant Sciences, Vol. 14, (Issue 6) |
| 2 | Orji CE, Uzochukwu IC, Ihekwereme CP, Okoyeh JN. (2021, February), "Comparative Analysis Of Lead In Rats Organs Using FAAS And XRF: Insight On Suitable Equipment In Forensic Investigation Of Heavy Metal Poisoning In Humans", Journal of Chemical, Biological and Physical Sciences |
| 3 | Onochie AU, Oli AH, Oli AN, Ezeigwe OC, Nwaka AC, Okani CO, Okam PC, Ihekwereme CP, Okoyeh JN. (2020, October), "The Pharmacobiochemical Effects Of Ethanol Extract Of Justicia Secunda Vahl Leaves In Rattus Norvegicus", Journal of Experimental Pharmacology |
| 4 | Ihekwereme CP, Agafuchukwu P, Erhirhie EO. (2020, June), "Artesunate (ART) Antagonizes Antiplasmodial Activity Of Vernonia Amygdalina Methanol Leaf Extract In Murine Model Of Malaria", American Journal of Physiology, Biochemistry And Pharmacology |
| 5 | Orji CE, Okpoko CK, Agbata CA, Okoyeh JN, Okeke AC, Ihekwereme CP. (2020, June), "Evaluation Of The Effect Of Luteolin On The Hepatic And Hematopoietic Systems In Albino Rats", Journal of Clinical Toxicology |
| 6 | Nwobodo DC, Ihekwereme CP, Ikem CJ, Okoye FBC. (2020, February), "The Anti-pseudomonal Potentials Of Metabolites From Some Endophytic Fungi Isolated From Garcinia Kola Leaves", Novel Research in Microbiology Journal |
| 7 | Ihekwereme CP, Bruce SO, Orji CE, Ibe CI, Iloh ES. (2020, April), "Aqueous Extracts Of Ocimum Gratissimum And Anacardium Occidentale Synergises In Anti-diarrhoeal Property", International Journal of Modern Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 6 - 11 |
| 8 | Odenigbo AE, Akah PA, Ilodigwe EE, Ajaghaku DL, Erhirhie EO, Ogbonnaya M, Ihekwereme CP. (2020, May), "Preliminary Evaluation Of The Antidiarrheal Effects Of Ethanol Leaf Extract And Fractions Of Rauwolfia Vomitoria Afzel. (Apocynaceae)", International Journal of Pharmacology, Phytochemistry and Ethnomedicine, Vol. 15, pp 11 - 21 |
| 9 | Oli AN, Emeruwa AP, Ekwunife OI, Okoye EL, Anyaoku CS, Ibeanu GC, Obi E, Ihekwereme CP, Obaji M. (2019, September), "Pleurotus Ostreatus Extract Enhances The Phagocytic Actions Of Neutrophils Against Streptococcus Pneumonia", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 499- 508 |
| 10 | Erhirhie OE, Ilodigwe EE, Ihekwereme CP. (2018, July), "Ficus Sycomorus L (Moraceae): A Review On Its Phytopharmacology And Toxicity Profile", Discovery Phytomedicine, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 64-71 |
| 11 | Osonwa UE, Okechukwu SA, Ihekwereme CP, Chukwu KI, Eluu SC, Azevedo RB. (2018, March), "Formulation And Evaluation Of Therapeutic Potential Of Nanoemulsion Of A Blend Of Antimicrobial Oils", Trop J Nat Prod Res, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 67-73 |
| 12 | Ihekwereme CP, Melidem CO, Maduka IC, Okoyeh JN. (2018, February), "In Vivo Antiplasmodial And Toxicological Effects Of Extracts Of Fruit Pulp Of Chrysophyllum Albidium G. Don (Sapotaceae)", Trop J Nat Prod Res, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 126-131 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Evaluation of acute and subchronic toxicities of a Nigerian polyherbal formulation" (2016). Completed Masters project by EBUNU, Gift Ishioma (Reg No: MSc./2013/65F6001F) |
| 2 | "The antidiarrhoeal activity of the methanol extract and fractions of the leaves of Dialiumguineense (Willd)" (2017). Completed Masters project by ADIBE, Uchenna Chisom (Reg No: MSc./2013/65F6007F) |
| 3 | "Evaluation of hepato-protective and antibacterial activities of ethanol extract and fractions of Picralima nitida seed and pod." (2016). Completed Masters project by BRUCE, Stella Omokhefe (Reg No: MSc./2014/65A007P) |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Program" (January, 2011 to July, 2011). Completed sponsored grant by Foreign Affairs & International Trade Canada |
| 2 | Awardee: "Congratulations ‐ Selection as Candidate for Training – PRD College" (January, 2010 to March, 2013). Completed sponsored grant by Poverty Related Disease (PRD) College |
| 3 | Awardee: "Academic Staff Development and Training Grant, Educational Trust Fund 2008 intervention" (October, 2009 to September, 2011). Completed sponsored grant by TETFUND (Formerly ETF) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Chief Examiner, "MBBS II viva (oral) examination" (March, 2021 to March, 2021). Completed External Exam |
| 2 | Chief Examiner, "MBBS II viva (oral) re sit examination" (March, 2020 to March, 2020). Completed External Exam |
| 3 | Chief Examiner, "MBBS II viva (oral) examination" (December, 2019 to December, 2019). Completed External Exam |