Prof. Ifeanyichim Edwin Umeghalu is a PROFESSOR in AGRICULTURAL AND BIORESOURCES Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Agricultural And Bioresources, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
Department/Sub-Unit: | AGRICULTURAL AND BIORESOURCES |
Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2016) September, 2010 to February, 2016 PhD Power Syetems, Farm Machinery And Forestry Engineering |
2 | Technical University ''Angel Kanchev'' - Rousse, Bulgaria. (Master Degree, July, 1984) September, 1978 to July, 1984 Agricultural Machine Engineering |
3 | Abatete High School, Abatete. (SSCE, June, 1974) January, 1970 to May, 1974 |
1 | Head of Department (HoD), Department of Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikie University January, 2022 to January, 2024 |
2 | Incumbent National Publicity Secretary, Anambra State Association Of Town Unions (ASATU) January, 2020 to December, 2024 |
3 | Member, Constitution Review Committee, Ojoto Akanasato Union June, 2019 to Present |
4 | President-General, Ojoto Akanasato Union January, 2016 to December, 2020 |
5 | Chairman, Ojoto Community Health Committee January, 2003 to December, 2008 |
6 | Chairman, Idemili South Local Government Area, Anambra State. January, 2002 to November, 2003 |
7 | Councilor, Ojoto Ward January, 1996 to December, 1997 |
8 | Secretary-General, Ojoto Akanasato Union January, 1996 to December, 2002 |
9 | Financial Secretary, Progressive Union Ojoto January, 1989 to December, 1995 |
Journal Articles | |
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1 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Ubah, J.I, Nwanna, E.C, Okpala, C.D, Akwuobi, S.I, Okonkwo, J.C, and Maduegbuna, J.I.. (2024, January), "Improving Poultry Waste Management for Energy Production in Nigeria: A Case Study of Poultry Management System in Selected Local Areas of Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Environmental and Agricultural Research (IJOEAR), Vol. 10, (Issue 2) |
2 | Umeghalu, I.C.E., Ubah, J.I., Anizoba, D.C., Akwuobi, S.I., Maduegbuna, J.I., Umobi, C.O., Anonye, O.F.. (2024, May), "Design and Fabrication of Melon Shelling and Separating Machine", International Journal of Engineering Research & Science (IJOER), Vol. 10, (Issue 5), pp 49-59 |
3 | Umeghalu, I.C.E., Nwachukwu, C.P., Ubah, J.I., Ogbuagu, J.N., Nwanna, C.C., Akwuobi, S.I.6 ; Maduegbuna, J.I., Anizoba, D.C.. (2023, December), "Design and Fabrication of Biomass Turbine Generator", International Journal of Engineering Research & Science (IJOER), Vol. 9, (Issue 12) |
4 | Umeghalu, I.C.E., Nwachukwu, C.P., Ubah, J.I., Ogbuagu, J.N., Nwanna, C.C., Akwuobi, S.I., Maduegbuna, J.I., Anizoba, D.C.. (2023, December), "Challenges of Transportation System on Upland Rice Production: A Case Study of Ojjor Rice Producing Community in Uzo Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State Nigeria", International Journal of Engineering Research & Science (IJOER), Vol. 9, (Issue 12) |
5 | Onuorah CM, Umeghalu ICE, Nwajinka OC. (2023, March), "Model for Optimization of Repair and Maintenance Fund for Mechanization of Agriculture in Anambra State of Nigeria", International Journal Of Applied Sciences & Engineering, Www.ijapscengr.com ISSN2308-5087, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 8-13 |
6 | Madu Ebere Okechukwu, Nwabanne Joseph Tagbo, Onu Chijioke Elijah, Ifeanyi Chinwuba Edwin Umeghalu. (2020, January), "Kinetic Study of Dilute Acid Hydrolysis of Cowpea Seed Husk for Production of Glucose", Journal of Material Science Research and Reviews, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 564-573 |
7 | Umeghalu, I.C.E. (2019, July), "Involvement Of Small Scale Farmers In Policy Formulation Prerequisite For Adoption Of Modern Technology In Agricultural Production In Nigeria. International Journal Of Research In Advanced Engineering And Technology. ISSN: 2455-0876; Impact Factor: RJIF 5", International Journal of Research in Advanced Engineering and Technology, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 50-52 |
8 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Nwachukwu, C.P.. (2019, July), "Mechanization Of Yam Production In Oyi Local Government Of Anambra State: Challenges And Prospects. European Journal Of Biotechnology And Bioscience. ISSN: 2321-9122; Impact Factor: RJIF 5.44 Www.biosciencejournals.com", European Journal Of Biotechnology And Bioscience, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 63-67 |
9 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Anozie, O.F.. (2019, July), "Agricultural Land Clearing And Soil Conservation Practices For Agricultural Practices In Southern Nigeria. International Journal Of Engineering Sciences And Engineering. Www.ijapsceengr.com", International Journal Of Engineering Sciences And Engineering. Www.ijapsceengr.com, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 34-39 |
10 | Umeghalu, I.C.E. (2019, July), "Forest Mechanization In Nigeria: Constraints And Prospects.", European Journal of Biotechnology and Bioscience, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 68-71 |
11 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Orakwue, D. O, Ubah J.I, Nwabanne J.T, Okonkwo I.F. (2019, July), "Optimization Of Bio-ethanol Production From Water Yam Using Response Surface Methodology. I", International Journal Of Biology Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 10-17 |
12 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Alika, D.N.. (2019, July), "Challenges Of Tractor And Equipment Hiring Services On Mechanization Of Agriculture In Nigeria: A Study Case Of Delta State Tractor Hiring Agency. International Journal Of Applied Sciences & Engineering, Www.ijapscengr.com ISSN2308-5087", International Journal Of Applied Sciences & Engineering, Www.ijapscengr.com ISSN2308-5087, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 40 – 44 |
13 | Umeghalu, I.C.E. (2019, July), "Constraints And Prospects Of Adarice Production Nigeria Limited Adani Enugu State Nigeria. International Journal Of Biology Research ISSN: 2455-6548; Impact Factor: RJIF 5.22 Www.biologyjournal.in", International Journal of Biology Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 47-50 |
14 | Umeghalu, I.C.E. (2019, July), "Effect Of Transportation On Agricultural Development: A Case Study Of Anambra West Local Government Area Of Anambra State Nigeria. International Journal Of Research In Advanced Engineering And Technology. ISSN: 2455-0876; Impact Factor: RJIF 5.44. Www.ne", Applied Sciences & Engineering, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 46-49 |
15 | N.J. Tagbo, O.C. Elijah, I.C.E. Umeghalu. (2019, July), "Kinetics Of Dilute Acid Hydrolysis Of Cowpea Seed Husk For Production Of Glucose. Journal Of Material Science Research And Review. 4 (4): 1-10. Article No. JMSRR> 53665.", Journal Of Material Science Research And Review, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 1-10 |
16 | Umeghalu I.C.E, Okonkwo I.F., Okonkwo J.C., Ngini, .J.O.. (2016, July), "Performance Evaluation Of Cumulative Biogas Yield From Yellow Yam Waste Co-digested With Cow Paunch In Batch Mode. International Journal Of Agriculture And Biosciences. 4(1): Pp. 35-37. Www.ijagbio.com", International Journal Of Agriculture And Biosciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 35-37 |
17 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Okonkwo, J.C.. (2016, July), "Comparative Evaluation Of Cumulative Biogas Yield Of Yellow Yam Broth Co-digested With Cow Paunch Manure In Batch Mode. Bantas Journal Of Biotechnology.", Banats Journal of Biotechnology, Vol. 7, (Issue 4) |
18 | Orakwue C.O., Umeghalu I.C.E., Ngini J.O. (2015, March), "Effects of Road Transport on Agricultural Productivity: A Case Study of Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Applied Sciences and Engineering, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-4 |
19 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Okonkwo I.F., Ngini, J.O., Okoye, C.C.. (2015, January), "Performance Evaluation Of Biogas Yield From Jackfruit Waste Co-digested With Cow Paunch And Poultry Droppings In Batch Mode", International Journal Of Agriculture And, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 35-37 |
20 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Nwuba, E.I.U., Okonkwo, I.F., Ngini, J.O., Ajaefobi, J.. (2015, January), "Kinetics Of Biogas Production From Jackfruit Waste Co-digested With Cow Paunch In Batch Mode. Journals Of Agricultural Advances No. 4 (3): Pp. 34-41. Www.Sjournals. Com", Agricultural Advances, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 34-41 |
21 | Nwuba, E.I.U., Onukwuli, D.O., Okonkwo, I.F.. Ngini, J.O.. (2015, July), "Kinetics Of Biogas Production From Fermentation Broth Of Wild Cocoyam Co-digested With Cow Paunch In Batch Mode. Scientific Journals Of Pure And Applied Sciences. 4(3): Pp. 98-104. Www.Sjournals. Com", Scientific Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 98-104 |
22 | C.I. Nwoye, I.C.E. Umeghalu, S.E. Ede, N.I. Amalu, W.C. Onyia, N.E. Idenyi. (2014, January), "Quadratic Yield Response Of Methane Gas To Input Ratio Of Organic Loading Rate And Hydraulic Retention Time During Microbial Digestion Of Fruit Wastes. Biomedicine And Biotechnology. Http://pubs.sciepub.com/bb/2/4/5", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 93-101 |
23 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Ngini, J.O, Chukwuma, E.C. (2013, January), "Challenges And Prospects Of Lower Anambra River Irrigation Project Omor Anambra State. Inter J Agri Biosci, 2(4): 141-143. Www.ijagbio.com", International Journal of Agriculture and Biosciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 141-143 |
24 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Ngini, J.O. (2013, July), "Effect Of Poor Land Clearing On Soil And Agricultural Produce. International Journal Of Applied Science Engineering; 1(2): 56 – 60. Www.ijapscengr.com", International Journal Of Applied Science Engineering, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 56 – 60 |
25 | C. Chukwuma, I. C. E. Umeghalu, L.C. Orakwe, E. E. Bassey, J. N. Chukwuma. (2013, July), "Determination Of Optimum Mixing Ratio Of Cow Dung And Poultry Droppings In Biogas Production Under Tropical Condition.", African Journal of Agricultural Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 18), pp 1940-1948 |
26 | Umeghalu, I.C.E., Okonkwo, J.C., Ngini, J.O., E.C. Chukwuma. (2013, July), "Impact Of Anambra State Tractor And Equipment Hiring Scheme On Mechanization Of Rice Production In Anambra State, Nigeria: An Appraisal. Journal Of Applied Agricultural Research. 5(2): 61-71, ISSN 2006-750X. Agricultural Research Council Of Nigeria, 2013.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 61-71 |
27 | Umeghalu, I.C.E., Okonkwo, J.C.. (2012, January), "Mitigating The Effect Of Climate Change In Nigerian Agricultural Productivity. Scientific Journal Of Agriculture. Www.Sjournals.com", Scientific Journal Of Agriculture, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 61-67 |
28 | Umeghalu, I.C.E., Chukwuma, E.C., Okonkwo, I.F., Umeh, S.O.. (2012, June), "Potentials For Biogas Production In Anambra State Of Nigeria Using Cow Dung And Poultry Droppings. International Journal Of Veterinary Sciences, Www: Ijvets.com P-ISSN2304-3075", International Journal of Veterinary Science, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 25-29 |
29 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Okonkwo, J.C., Nwuba, E.I.U. (2012, January), "Modern Technologies And Nigerian’s Small Scale Farmers: Constraints And Prospects Of Its Adoption. Scientific Journal Of Agriculture. Www.Sjournals.com", Scientific Journal of Agriculture, Vol. 1, (Issue 4), pp 68-73 |
30 | Chukwuma, E.C., Nzedegwu, C., Umeghalu, I.C.E., Ogbu, K.N.. (2012, November), "Quality Assessment Of Direct Harvested Rain Water In Parts Of Nigeria. Hydrology For Disaster Management. Special Publication Of The Nigerian Association Of Hydrological Sciences. NANS Conference, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria.", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
31 | Chukwuma, E.C., Nzedegwu, C., Nwoke, A.O., Umeghalu, I.C.E., Chukwuma, J.N.. (2012, July), "Comparative Evaluation Of Co-Digestion Of Cow, Pig, And Poultry Droppings. Journal Of Agricultural Engineering And Technology (JAET).", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 20, (Issue 1), pp 200-206 |
32 | Amaefule, D.O., Matthias, S.A., Umeghalu, I.C E.. (2012, November), "Promoting Rural Development Through Mechanized Farming Ventures: A Nigerian Case Study. Proceeding Conference On Infrastructural Dev. And Maintenance In The Nigerian Environment. Faculty Of Engineering NAU, Awka", Unknown Journal or Publisher, pp 221-231 |
33 | Okonkwo, J.C., I.S. Omeje, I.F. Okonkwo, Umeghalu, I.C.E.. (2010, February), "Effect Of Breed, Sex, And Source Within Breed On The Blood Bilirubin, Cholesterol And Glucose Concentration Of Nigeria Goats. Pakistan Journal Of Nutrition. Http://pjbs.org/pjnonline/index.htm 9 (2 ); Pp. 120-124. ISSN 1680-5194.", Pakistan Journal of Nutrition, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 120-124 |
34 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Nwajinka, C.O. (2009, July), "The Effect Of Drying Techniques On Milling Quality Of Nigerian Rice Varieties. Journal Of Engineering And Applied Sci. NAU, Awka.", Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 5, pp 15-22 |
35 | Umeghalu, I.C.E, Amaefule, D.O.. (2009, July), "The Challenges Of African Rice Gall Midge In Omasi Rice Ecosystem Of Anambra State Of Nigeria. Journal Of Engineering And Applied Sci. NAU, Awka", Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Vol. 5, pp 38-42 |
Thesis | |
1 | Umeghalu, I.C.E. (1983, May), "Optimal Distribution Of Repair And Maintenance Fund For Mechanization Of Agriculture In Anambra State Of Nigeria. M.Sc. Thesis. Submitted To Department Of Agricultural Engineering, Technical University “Angel Kanchev“ Rousse, Bulgaria.". |
Dissertations | |
1 | Umeghalu, I.C.E. (2016, August), "Potentials Of Some Selected Crops For Biofuel Production. Ph.D. Dissertations Submitted To Department Of Agricultural & Bioresources Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Nigeria.". Ph.D. Dissertations Submitted To Department Of Agricultural & Bioresources Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Nigeria. |
Conference Papers | |
1 | Chukwuma, E.C., Nzedegwu, C., Umeghalu, I.C.E., Ogbu, K.N.. (2012, November), "Quality Assessment Of Direct Harvested Rain Water In Some Parts Of Nigeria. Special Publication Of The Nigerian Association Of Hydrological Sciences. NANS. Conference, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria.", |
2 | Chukwuma, E.C., Nzedegwu, C., Umeghalu, I.C.E., Ogbu, K.N.. (2012, November), "Co-digestion Of Paunch Manure With Cow Dung: An Effective Strategy For Waste Management In Awka Municipal Abattoirs. Proceeding Conference On Infrastructural Dev. And Maintenance In The Nigerian Environment. Faculty Of Engineering NAU, Awka.", , pp 191-197 |
3 | Amaefule, D.O., Matthias, S.A., Umeghalu, I.C E.. (2012, November), "Promoting Rural Development Through Mechanized Farming Ventures: A Nigerian Case Study. Proceeding Conference On Infrastructural Development And Maintenance In The Nigerian Environment. Faculty Of Engineering NAU, Awka.", , pp 221-231 |
Supervisions | |
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1 | "Determination of the Optimal Substitution Ratio of Wheat-Cassava-African Yam Beans Flour Using Dough Rheology and Bread Quality" (2021). Completed Masters project by NWATU, IFEANYICHUKWU ERNEST (REG. NO. 2018356003F) |
2 | "Determination of Optimal Parboiling Conditions of FARO-44 Rice Variety for Enhanced Quality of Milled Rice." (2021). Completed Masters project by MUOCHEBE, BONAVENTURE AMAOBICHUKWU (REG. NO. 2018356002F) |
3 | "Dilute Acid Hydrolysis of Cowpea Seed Husk and melon Seed Shell." (2021). Completed Masters project by MADU, EBERE OKECHUKWU (Reg. No. 2015216009F) |
4 | "Optimization of Repair and Maintenance of Agricultural Process" (2023). Completed Masters project by Onuorah Chukwunwike Moses (2019356003FA) |
5 | "Effect of Drying Conditions on the Proximate Compositions of Cow Blood Meal" (2021). Completed Masters project by ASOEGBU IZUNNA IJEZIE (2018356006F) |
Grants | |
1 | Collaborator: "Modelling and Forcasting of the Surface Water Quality Parameters for Pollution Predition" (June, 2024). Ongoing sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) |
Editorships | |
1 | Editor, "International Journal of Engineering Research and Science" (October, 2021) |
2 | Editor, "Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences (JAES)" (March, 2020) |
Examinerships | |
1 | Examiner, "MBEEGBU NKECHINYERE NNEKA Masters Final Examination" (February, 2019 to June, 2021). Completed Internal-External Exam |
2 | Chief Examiner, "Final Year Project for National Diploma and Higher National Diploma of Students of School of Engineering, Prime Polytechnic Jida Bassa, Ajaokuta, Kogi State" (October, 2018 to November, 2018). Completed External Exam |
Contributions to the University/Society | |
1 | Head of Department (HoD), "Department of Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikie University" (January, 2022 to January, 2024) |
2 | Chairman, Education Committee, "Progressive Union Ojoto, Idemili South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria" (August, 2019) |
3 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Research and Conference Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2018) |
4 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Postgraduate Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2018) |
5 | Chairman, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Department Experimental Farm Workshop Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2017) |
6 | Chairman, Education Committee, "Association of Anambra State Town Unions (ASATU)" (July, 2016 to March, 2020) |
7 | Coordinator, Agricultural and Bioresources Departmental Final Year Project, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (January, 2015 to December, 2020) |
8 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Physical Facilities Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2015) |
9 | Coordinator, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Final Year Project Seminar, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2015 to August, 2020) |
10 | Chairman, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Exhibition Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2015) |
11 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Curriculum Review Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2015) |
12 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Department Experimental Farm Workshop Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2014 to August, 2017) |
13 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Power and Machinery, Processing and S, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2014) |
14 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Finance Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2014) |
15 | Coordinator, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Final Year Project Allocation, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2014 to August, 2020) |
16 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Departmental Result Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2014) |
17 | Member, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Department Direct Teaching Committee (DTLC), "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2011) |
18 | Student Adviser, Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering Department, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State" (September, 2009) |
1 | Full Member, "Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)" - R. 58,851 (member since 2020), https://www.coren.gov.ng |
2 | Full Member, "Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)" - 46540 (member since 2018), https://www.nse.org.ng/ |
3 | Full Member, "Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers (NIAE)" - M1335 (member since 2008), https://www.niae.net |
Other Events | |
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1 | "Workshop On Capacity Building On Community Water Supply And Management", (Organized by European Union for Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Reform Programme (WSSSRP) in association with Anambra State Government, Awka, Nigeria.), 27th October, 2009 to 30th October, 2009; Parktonia Hotels Ltd. Awka, Anambra State |
2 | "Workshop On Framework And Sustainability Of Water Reform In Anambra State. Challenges And Constraints Of Service Delivery In Anambra State.", (Whyte Castle Hotels, Neni, Anaocha L.G.A. Anambra State Nigeria), 13th October, 2009 to 13th October, 2009; Parktonia Hotels Ltd. Awka, Anambra State |
3 | "Annual Conference And General Meeting Of The Nigerian Institution Of Agricultural Engineers South East Zone", (Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers South East Zone), 27th August, 2008 to 29th August, 2008; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State |
4 | "Workshop On Operation And Maintenance, Financial Stability And Tariff Setting", (Organized by European Union for Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Reform Programme (WSSSRP) in association with Anambra State Government, Awka, Nigeria.), 28th July, 2008 to 30th July, 2008; Parktonia Hotels Ltd. Awka, Anambra State |