Dr. Nonyelum Vivian Anakwenze
Dr. Nonyelum Vivian Anakwenze is a SENIOR LECTURER in APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BREWING Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Dr. Nonyelum Anakwenze, a Lecturer in the Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, of the Faculty of Biosciences. I have passion for research related to Industrial and Food Microbiology, Mycology, Genomics, and Bioinformatics. I love travelling.
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Address: | Applied Microbiology And Brewing, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BREWING |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, October, 2021) January, 2013 to October, 2021 PhD Industrial Microbiology |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra, Nigeria. (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2021) January, 2013 to September, 2021 PhD Industrial Microbiology |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, January, 2013) January, 2008 to January, 2013 MSc Industrial Microbiology |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, May, 2006) January, 2002 to May, 2006 BSc Applied Microbiology |
| 5 | Ado Girls Secondary School, Onitsha. (SSCE, March, 2002) January, 2001 to March, 2002 SSCE Science |
| 6 | Crown Education Centre, Nkpor-Agu. (FSLC, February, 1994) April, 1993 to February, 1994 FSLC Primary School |
| Other / Relevant Certificates | |
| 1 | University of Washington, USA (September, 2022) July, 2022 to September, 2022 Project Management In Global Health |
| 2 | H3ABioNet Pan African Bioinformatics Network For H3Africa, University Of Capetown, South Africa (July, 2020) May, 2020 to July, 2020 Online Short Course Bioinformatics |
| 3 | University Of Manchester, USA (February, 2020) January, 2020 to February, 2020 Online Short Course Industrial Biotechnology |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Chairperson, Faculty Welfare Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Faculty of Biosciences January, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Acting Head of Department, Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing January, 2024 to September, 2024 |
| 3 | Member, Faculty of Biosciences Lecture Series Committee July, 2021 to Present |
| 4 | Local Organizing Committee Secretary, SouthEast Bioinformatics Symposium May, 2021 to Present |
| 5 | Quality Assurance Committee Member, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2021 to Present |
| 6 | Chairman, Faculty of Biosciences Conference Marking Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2021 to Present |
| 7 | Chairman, Faculty of Biosciences Conference Marking Committee January, 2021 to Present |
| 8 | Member, Nigerian Bioinformatics And Genomics Network (NGBN) August, 2020 to Present |
| 9 | Member, African Society For Bioinformatics And Computational Biology (ASBCB) August, 2020 to Present |
| 10 | Prime member, Nnamdi Azikiwe University-Genomics And Bioinformatics Consortium. February, 2020 to Present |
| 11 | Member, Prof. I. Okoli Research Cluster For National Research Foundation (NRF) Grant On Lassa Fever Rapid Diagnostic Kit Development February, 2019 to Present |
| 12 | Member, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Year One Orientation Planning Committee October, 2018 to Present |
| 13 | Member, Faculty Of Biosciences Examination Monitoring Committee August, 2018 to October, 2020 |
| 14 | Students Academic Advisor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2017 to Present |
| 15 | Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2017 to Present |
| 16 | Visiting Researcher, NAFDAC Agulu Zonal Laboratory, Anambra State May, 2017 to Present |
| 17 | Welfare committee member for 4th Annual Symposium South East Zone, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigerian Society For Microbiology July, 2016 to July, 2016 |
| 18 | Member, American Society For Microbiology (ASM) April, 2015 to Present |
| 19 | Member, Society For Applied Microbiology(SfAM) April, 2015 to Present |
| 20 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2014 to October, 2017 |
| 21 | Internal Postgraduate Diploma Assessor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2014 to October, 2015 |
| 22 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2013 to October, 2014 |
| 23 | Students Academic Records Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2008 to Present |
| 24 | Departmental Continuous Education Programme (CEP) Coordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2008 to October, 2017 |
| 25 | Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2008 to February, 2013 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Chinyere Constance Ezemba, Oluchi Judith Osuala, Victor O. Etikudike, Seto Charles Ogunleye, Paschal Ikeobi Ezemba, Oladunjoye Iyiola, Arinze Steven Ezemba, Ezeigwe Chidinma Dominica, Ezeh Chigozie Nicodemus Iloabuchi, Anakwenze Nonyelum Vivian, Akinsuyi Oluwamayowa. (2024, June) Chapter 25 - Molecular viral infections and antiviral therapeutics. In Drug Discovery Update, Biochemical and Molecular Pharmacology in Drug Discovery Elsevier, pp 515-540 |
| 2 | C. C. Ezemba, A.S. Ezemba, W.I. Udoye, V.N. Anakwenze and O.J. Osuala.. (2022, May) Aspect of the biology of industrial culture techniques and maintenance. In Insights in Industrial Microbiology 1 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Ugonna Henry Uzoka, Idopise Godwin Edward, Amarachukwu Bernaldine Isiaka, Francis Chimnonso Mgbenwelu, Emmanuel Ifeanyichukwu Ugwor, Vivian Nonyelum Anakwenze, Nneka Victoria Ani. (2024, August), "Antimicrobial Resistance: Interplay of Animal, Environment, Human and Coordinated Mitigation Strategies", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. 11, (Issue 8), pp 1-16 |
| 2 | Chito C Ekwealor, Amarachi F Ibeanu, Chikodili G Anaukwu, Vivian N Anakwenze, Tobechukwu MC Ajogwu and Josephine C Ohuche. (2024, September), "Secondary Metabolite Profiling and Antibacterial Activities of Indigenous Serratia marcescens", Journal of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 5), pp 1-8 |
| 3 | Anakwenze, V.N., Isiaka, A.B., Okoli, U.O., Ekwealor, C.C., Ezemba C.C., Anaukwu, C.G., Osilo, C.L. and Ekwealor, I. A.. (2024, February), "Microbiology in Nigeria: Navigating Challenges, Exploring Prospects", International Journal of Innovative Research & Development, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 110-117 |
| 4 | Isiaka, A.B., Anakwenze, V.N., Ilodinso, C.R., Anaukwu, C.G., Ezeokoli, C.M., Noi S.M., Agboola, G.O. and Adonu, R.M.. (2024, February), "Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Early Detection and Management of Infectious Disease Outbreaks", International Journal of Innovative Research & Development, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 52-65 |
| 5 | Isiaka, A.B., Anakwenze, V.N., Ilodinso, C.R., Anaukwu, C.G., Ezeokoli, C.M., Noi S.M., Agboola, G.O. and Adonu, R.M.. (2024, April), "Exploring the role of gut microbiota in human health", GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 27, (Issue 1), pp 051-059 |
| 6 | Ekwealor Chito Clare, Ndulue Ginika Perpetua, Ike Ndubisi Shedrack, Anaukwu Chikaodili Gladys, Anakwenze Vivian Nonyelum, Ezeokoli Chukwuebuka Mary-Vin. (2024, July), "Prevalence and Antibiotic Resistant Patterns of Escherichia coli among Children from Selected Hospitals in Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Vol. 12, (Issue 3), pp 60-66 |
| 7 | Chikodili, G. Anaukwu, Blessing I. Onyebuagu, Chibuike, G. Obi, Vivian, N. Anakwenze,Chito C. Ekwealor, Tobechukwu MC, Ajogwu, Victoria I Anyaoha, Josephine C Ohuche, Chidimma Osilo and Amarachukwu B. Isiaka. (2024, May), "Antimicrobial Effect of Respone Surface Optimized Pyocyanin Produced by Pseudomonas aeruginosa", Journal of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 1-7 |
| 8 | Chikodili Gladys Anaukwu, Chito Clare Ekwealor, Vivian Nonyelum Anakwenze, Chinedu Christian Orji, Chioma Maureen Ogbukagu, Victoria Ihedinachi Anyaoha, Amarachukwu Bernaldine Isiaka, Stefan Joshua Green and Ikechukwu Amechi Ekwealor. (2024, May), "Heavy metal application of response surface optimized-lipopeptide biosurfactant produced by Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain CGA-02 in low-cost substrate", Discover Applied Sciences, Vol. 6, pp 252 |
| 9 | Ezeh OJ, Anakwenze VN, Chidubem-Nwachinemere NO, Isiaka BA, Ezemba CC, Anaukwu GC, Agada DE and Ogbo FC. (2024, July), "Evaluation of optimum conditions for improved cell growth and MNP enzyme activity in some selected edible mushrooms", World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 575-583 |
| 10 | Vivian Nonyelum Anakwenze , Esther Chidera Enukorah, Kazeem Shakiru Adewale, Emmanuel Nnaemeka Nnadi, Amarachukwu Bernaldine Isiaka, Chikodili Gladys Anaukwu, Chito Clare Ekwealor, Chinyere Constance Ezemba, Victoria Ihedinachi Anyaoha and Emmanuela Nneamaka Amailo. (2024, July), "Harnessing phages as biocontrol agents against common bacterial blight diseases in plants", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews,, Vol. 23, (Issue 2), pp 962-978 |
| 11 | Ogechukwu R Maduabuchi, Chikodili G Anaukwu, Chito C. Ekwealor, Vivian N. Anakwenze, Tobechukwu MC Ajogwu, Victoria I. Anyaoha, Chibuike G. Obi, Amarachukwu B. Isiaka. (2024, September), "A Native Bacillus thuringiensis Strain with Higher Insecticidal Activity Against Adult Aedes aegypti Than the Larvae", Research and Analysis Journals, Vol. 7, (Issue 9), pp 01-07 |
| 12 | Chito Clare EKWEALOR , Anthonia Nkiruka MBA, Vivian Nonyelum ANAKWENZE, Chikaodili Gladys ANAUKWU, Ikechukwu Amechi EKWEALOR. (2024, August), "Efficacy of methanol extracts of Lawsonia inermis L. and Cymbopogon citratus Stapf. against fungal isolates from poultry farms in Anambra State, Nigeria", Journal of Pharmacy and Resources, Vol. 21, (Issue 3), pp 135-143 |
| 13 | Ekwealor, C.C, Nweke, C.J., Anaukwu , C.G., Anakwenze, V.N., Ogbukagu, C. M. and Mba, A.N.. (2023, July), "Prevalence and antifungal susceptibility pattern of oral candidiasis among HIV-infected patients in a mission hospital, southeast Nigeria.", African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology, Vol. 23, (Issue 3), pp 289-298 |
| 14 | Nnabugwu, C.S., Ekwealor, C.C., Anaukwu, C.G., Anakwenze, V.N., Mba, A.N. and Ekwealor, I. A.. (2023, December), "Isolation and screening of biosurfactant-producing bacteria from hydrocarbon-contaminated soils in Awka, Southeast, Nigeria.", Microbiology Research Journal International, Vol. 33, (Issue 10), pp 9-19 |
| 15 | Ezemba, C.C., Anazor, C.A., Orakwelu, M.U., Chika, C. B., Moses, C., Onyeka, F.C., Ezenwafor, P.T., Okoye, P.C., Udoye, I.W., Ezemba, A.S., Mmaduekwe, J.C, Etikudike, V.O, Ezeokoli, C.M., Anakwenze, V.N. and Osuala, O.J. (2022, May), "Assessing The Microbiological Quality and Safety of Biofilm Forming Microorganisms From Selected Foods In Uli Campus", Journal of Global Agriculture and Ecology, Vol. 14, (Issue 3), pp 30-36 |
| 16 | Ezemba, C.C., Agu, G.A., Archibong, E.J., Ezeokoli, C.M., Anakwenze, V.N., Ezemba, A.S., and Osuala, O.J.. (2022, June), "Isolation and identification of microorganisms associated with fermented cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) for the production of Akpu", International Journal of Frontline Research in Multidisciplinary Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 008-015 |
| 17 | C. C. Ezemba, V. T. Onyemalu, A. C. Nwanya, E. Ogbonna, A. S. Ezemba ,V. N. Anakwenze, G. C. Anaukwu , P.C. Okoye and F.J.C. Odibo and C. C. Ezemba. (2022, January), "Isolation and characterization of palm wine yeasts and a comparison of their dough-rising activity with baker’s yeast", Asian Journal of Plant and Soil Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 66-72 |
| 18 | C. C. Ezemba, V. N. Anakwenze and A. S. Ezemba. (2022, March), "Wine production from apple (Malus pumila) using yeast isolated from palmwine", Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology, Vol. 41, (Issue 3), pp 1-6 |
| 19 | 5. C. C. Ezemba, N. N. Najah, C.C. Ezejiofor, A. S. Ezemba, C. M. Ezeokoli, O. J. Osuala, P. C. Okoye, I.W. Udoye, J.C. Mmmaduekwe, V.O. Etikudike and V. N. Anakwenze.. (2022, May), "Assessment of microbiological quality of soymilk beverage", Journal of Global Agriculture and Ecology, Vol. 14, (Issue 4), pp 4-12 |
| 20 | C. C. Ezemba, E. J. Archibong, H.U. Nweke, A.S. Ezemba, I.W. Udoye, J.C. Mmaduekwe, C. M. Ezeokoli, O. J. Osuala, P.C. Okoye, V.O. Etikudike, V. N. Anakwenze, S. Olukemi Kehinde, Obi Chsom and C.C. Ezejiofor. (2022, May), "Comparative studies of wort properties of yellow maize and red sorghum varieties", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 17-24 |
| 21 | Ezemba, C.C., Mmaduekwe, C.J., Udeze, C.P., Ogumuo, F.C., Ozoekwe, N., Duru, B. N., Ndulue, F.K., Okoye, P. C., Udoye, I.W., Ezemba, A.S., Ogbuagu, S.I., Ezeigwe, C, Anakwenze, V. N., Ezeokoli, C. M., Osuala, O.J. and Etudike, V.O.. (2022, May), "Isolation, identification and antibiogram of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pnuemoniae and Escherichia coli isolates from ready to eat food samples in Uli campus.", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 35-41 |
| 22 | C. Ezenekwe , E. Ekwegbalu , A. C. Orji-Udezuka , C. P. Obi , A. S. Ezemba , O. J. Osuala , V. N. Anakwenze AND C. C. Ezemba. (2021, September), "Production and physicochemical evaluation of vinegar produced from pineapple and pawpaw fruits with their peels", Asian Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 1-10 |
| 23 | 1. Ukpai, E.G, Chukwura, E.I., Moses, I.B., Ugbo, E.N., Agumah, N.B., Okata-Nwali, O.D., Anakwenze, V.N., Nnabugwu, C.C., Onodagu, B.O., Ogu, G.I., Ig. (2021, August), "Prevalence And Antibiogram Of Healthcare-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (HA-MRSA) In Ebonyi State, Nigeria.", International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research, Vol. 69, (Issue 1), pp 104-111 |
| 24 | C. C. Ezemba, O. J. Osuala and V. N. Anakwenze.. (2021, December), "Critical reviews: Biotechnology and sustainable industrialization for national development.", Archives of Current Research International, Vol. 21, (Issue 8), pp 39-50 |
| 25 | V. N. Anakwenze, C. C. Ekwealor and A.I. Ekwealor. (2021, August), "Anaerobic Digesion Of Food And Animal Wastes For Biogas Production", Journal of Basic and Applied Research International, Vol. 27, pp 17-23 |
| 26 | Uba, B, O., Okoye, E. L., Nnanna, O. E., Dibua, N. A.,Anakwenze, V. N. and Ifediegwu, M.C.. (2020, December), "Testing For The Environmental Fate And Safety Of E-Waste Using Nitrobacter And Mice Model", International Journal of Environment, Agriculture and Biotechnology, Vol. 5, pp 1486-1493 |
| 27 | Ezemba CC, Okpata CC, Etikudike VO, Osuala OJ, Ilozor JC, Okoye SC, Akagu S, Ezejiofor CC, Mmaduekwe CJ, Udoye IW, Ezemba AS, Ezeokolie CM, Okoye PC, Chikelue MS, Anakwenze VN, Ezeigwe C and Okoye AC. (2020, February), "Green computing in today’s world", Journal of Advances in Microbiology Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 37-41 |
| 28 | V. N. Anakwenze, M. O. Ikediaso and B. A. Ilodinso. (2020, April), "Microbiology Of Used Lipstick Products", International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 1-2 |
| 29 | Eze, O.J., Anakwenze, V.N. and Ogbo, F.C.. (2019, January), "Manganese Peroxidase (MnP) Activity of Some Nigerian Edible Mushrooms", The Bioscientist, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 28-43 |
| 30 | Anakwenze, V.N., Ikedinma, J.C., Ilodinso, B.A. and Chidi-Onuorah, L.C.. (2018, February), "Physicochemical And Microbiological Properties Of Powdered Milk Brands Sold In Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 36, (Issue 1), pp 21-24 |
| 31 | Archibong, E.J., Obika, I.E., Okafor, O.I., Okafor, U.I., Ezewuzie, C.S., Ezemba, C.C., Awah, N.C., Okeke, B.C., Anaukwu, G.C., Anakwenze, V.N.. (2016, July), "Ethanol Production From Cassava Wastes (Pulp And Peel) Using Alcohol Tolerant Yeast Isolated From Palm Wine", American Journal of Life Science Researches, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 92-97 |
| 32 | Ogbukagu, C. M., Anakwenze, V. N., Ekwealor, C.C., Ezemba, C.C. and Ekwealor, I.A.. (2016, June), "Incidence Of Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) Amongst Patients Attending Primary Health Centres In Anambra State.", Advances in Microbiology, Vol. 6, pp 537-547 |
| 33 | Ezemba. C.C., Anakwenze, V.N., Archibong, E.J., Anaukwu, G.C., Obi, Z.C., Ekwealor C.C.. (2016, March), "Methionine Production Using Native Starches And Proteins In Submerged Fermentation By Bacillus Cereus S8.", European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 2056-2067 |
| 34 | Anaukwu, C.G., Ezemba, C.C., Anakwenze, V.N., Agu, K.C., Okeke, B.C., Awah, N.S. Ekwealor, I. A.. (2016, June), "Effect Of Biosurfactant Produced By Citrobacter Murliniae AF025369 And A Synthetic Surfactant On Degradation Of Crude Oil", Edorium Journal of Microbiology, Vol. 2, pp 1-6 |
| 35 | Anaukwu, C.G., Ezemba, C.C., Anakwenze, V.N., Agu, K.C., Nwankwegu, B.C., Okeke, B.C. and Awah, N.S.. (2016, May), "Influence Of Anionic, Cationic And Non-ionic Surfactants On Growth Of Hydrocarbon Utilizing Bacteria", American Journal of Current Microbiology, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 1-7 |
| 36 | Ezemba, C.C., Ozokpo, C.A., Anakwenze, V.N., Anaukwu, G.C., Ogbukagu, C.M., Ekwealor, C.C. and Ekwealor, I.A.. (2016, September), "Lysine Production Of Microbacterium Lacticum By Submerged Fermentation Using Various Hydrocarbon, Sugar And Nitrogen Sources", Advances in Microbiology, Vol. 6, pp 797-810 |
| 37 | Nwankwo, C.M., Mbanisi, B.O., Anakwenze, V.N and Ezemba, C.C.. (2015, October), "Improvement On The Nutritional Value (protein Quality) Of Maize Based Pap With Soybean", European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 62-64 |
| 38 | C.C. Ezemba, C.C. Ekwealor, I. A. Ekwealor, C. A. Ozokpo, C. E. Chukwujekwu, V. N. Anakwenze, E. J. Archibong and G.C. Anaukwu. (2015, June), "Microbacterium Lacticum; A Lysine Producing Bacterium Isolated From Oil-contaminated Soil In South-East Nigeria", British Microbiology Research Journal, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 1-8 |
| 39 | Anaukwu, C.G., Ekwealor I.A., Ezemba, C.C., Anakwenze, V.N., Okafor and Archibong, E.J.. (2015, August), "Pseudomonas Monteilii And Citrobacter Murliniae, Biosurfactant- Producing Bacteria Isolated From Nigeria Soil", British Microbiology Research Journal, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1-9 |
| 40 | C.C. Ezemba, I. A. Ekwealor, C. A. Ozokpo, C. E. Chukwujekwu and V. N. Anakwenze. (2014, December), "Influence Of Amino Acids And Growth Promoting Factors On Lysine Production By Microbacterium Lacticum", International Journal of Current Research in Biosciences and Plant Biology, Vol. 1, (Issue 5), pp 71-74 |
| 41 | C.C. Ezemba, I. A. Ekwealor, C. A. Ozokpo, C. E. Chukwujekwu and V. N. Anakwenze. (2014, December), "Stimulating Effect Of B-vitamins And Bivalent Metals On Lysine Accumulation By Microbacterium Lacticum", International Journal of Biosciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 12), pp 18-23 |
| 42 | V. N. Anakwenze, C.C. Ezemba and I. A. Ekwealor. (2014, May), "Optimization Of Fermentation Conditions Of Bacillus Thuringiensis EC1 For Enhanced Methionine Production", Advances in Microbiology, Vol. 4, pp 344-352 |
| 43 | V. N. Anakwenze, C.C. Ezemba and I. A. Ekwealor. (2014, May), "Improved Cultural Conditions For Methionine Accumulation In Submerged Cultivation Of Bacillus Cereus S8", British Microbiology Research Journal, Vol. 4, (Issue 8), pp 885-895 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Anyaoha, V. I., Ekwealor, C. C., Anaukwu, C G., Anakwenze, V.N. and Orji, C.C.. (2024, July), "Fungal Contamination of Covered Shoes Worn by Some Undergraduate Students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", |
| 2 | Esther Chidera Enukorah, Amarachukwu Bernaldine Isiaka, Chikodili Gladys Anaukwu, Chito Clare Ekwealor, Chinyere Constance Ezemba and Victoria Ihedinachi Anyaoha and Vivian Nonyelum Anakwenze. (2024, July), "Isolation and Characterization of Salmonella from Poultry Wastewater", |
| 3 | Amarachukwu Bernaldine Isiaka, Vivian Nonyelum Anakwenze, Ugonna Henry Uzoka, Chikodili Gladys Anaukwu, Chinyere Constance Ezemba, Chito Clare Ekwealor. (2024, July), "Microbial Pathogens in Human Diseases: Mechanisms of Infection and Host Response", |
| 4 | Vivian Nonyelum Anakwenze, Esther Chidera Enukorah, Kazeem Shakiru Adewale, Emmanuel Nnaemeka Nnadi, Amarachukwu Bernaldine Isiaka, Chikodili Gladys Anaukwu, Chito Clare Ekwealor, Chinyere Constance Ezemba, Victoria Ihedinachi Anyaoha and Emmanuela Nneamaka Amailo. (2024, July), "Harnessing Phages as Biocontrol Agents Against Common Bacterial Blight Diseases in Plants", |
| 5 | Anakwenze, V.N., Isiaka, A.B., Okoli, U.O., Ekwealor, C.C., Ezemba C.C., Anaukwu, C.G., Osilo, C.L. and Ekwealor, I. A.. (2023, November), "Microbiology in Nigeria: Navigating Challenges, Exploring Prospects. Nigerian Society for Microbiology", |
| 6 | C. C. Ezemba, V. N. Anakwenze, C. G. Anaukwu and I. A. Ekwealor. (2017, June), "Optimization Of Cultural Conditions For Methionine Accumulation By Bacillus Thuringiensis EC1 Using Agricultural Products", |
| 7 | Ikedinma, J. C., Ilodinso, B. A., Ezemba, C.C., Anaukwu, G. C. and Anakwenze, V. N.. (2016, September), "Comparative Analysis Of Physiochemical And Microbiological Quality Of Sachet And Industrial Powdered Milk Sold At Eke Awka Market, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", |
| 8 | Ikedinma, J. C., Ilodinso, B. A., Ezemba, C.C., Anaukwu, G. C. and Anakwenze, V. N.. (2016, September), "Comparative Analysis Of Physiochemical And Microbiological Quality Of Sachet And Industrial Powdered Milk Sold At Eke Awka Market, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", 39th Annual Scientific Conference of the Nigerian Society for Microbiology |
| 9 | 3. Vivian N. Anakwenze, Lilian Enenenwa, Bernaldine Ilodinso. Constance Ezemba,Gladys Anaukwu, and Etim Archibong,. (2016, July), "Coliforms In Spring Water? A Case Study Of Ukpor Spring, Nnewi South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria", Society for Applied Microbiology Conference, Edinburgh, United Kingdom |
| 10 | Ezemba, C.C., Anakwenze, V.N., Anaukwu, G.C.., Archibong, E.J. and Ekwealor, I. A.. (2016, July), "Optimization Of Cultural Conditions Of Bacillus Cereus DS13 For Methionine Accumulation Using Agricultural Products", Society for Applied Microbiology Conference, Edinburgh, United Kingdom |
| 11 | V. N. Anakwenze, C. C. Ezemba, C. M. Ogbukagu, A. B. Ilodinso, C. C. Ekwealor, O. G. Anakwenze, I. A. Ekwealor. (2016, June), "Could Sucrose Be A Better Alternative Carbon Source For Methionine Production By Bacillus Cereus S8?", General Meeting/Conference of the American Society for Microbiology,Boston, Massachussets, USA |
| 12 | Ezemba, C.C., Dike, K.S..; Anakwenze, V.N., Ogbukagu, C.M., Ekwealor, C. C. and Ekwealor, I. A.. (2016, June), "Utilization Of Starch Hydrolysate And Defatted Proteins By Bacillus Strains For Methionie Production", General Meeting/Conference of the American Society for Microbiology,Boston, Massachussets, USA |
| 13 | Ezemba, C.C., Anakwenze, V.N., Anaukwu, G.C.., Chukwujekwu, C.E. and Ekwealor, I. A.. (2016, June), "Optimization Of Cultural Conditions Of Bacillus Cereus Rs16 For Methionine Accumulation Using Agricultural Products", General Meeting/Conference of the American Society for Microbiology,Boston, Massachussets, USA |
| 14 | V. N. Anakwenze, C. A. Anwadike, A. B. Ilodinso, C. C. Ezemba. (2016, June), "Isolation And Characterization Of Microorganisms Capable Of Growing On Corn Fibre", General Meeting/Conference of the American Society for Microbiology,Boston, Massachussets, USA |
| 15 | Arum, C.N., Ilodinso, B.A., Ezemba, C.C., Anaukwu, G.C. and Anakwenze, V.N. (2015, November), "Identification Of Microbial Contamination In Traditional Liquid Drugs", 21st Annual conference/workshop of Foundation for African Development through International Biotechnology (FADIB) |
| 16 | Eze, M.O., Ezemba, C.C., Okafor, A.C., Anaukwu, G.C. and Anakwenze, V.N.. (2015, November), "Bacteriological Analysis Of Three Selected Borehole Waters At Ifite-Awka, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", 21st Annual conference/workshop of Foundation for African Development through International Biotechnology (FADIB) |
| 17 | Anaukwu, C.G., Ezemba, C.C. and Anakwenze, V.N. (2015, September), "Anlaysis Of Crode Oil Degradation By Biosurfactant Produced By Citrobacter Murliniae And A Chemical Surfactant", 2nd International Interdisciplinary Conference on Global Initiatives for Integrated Development IIC-GIID |
| 18 | Ifediegwu, M.C., Nwankwo, C.M., Anakwenze, V.N., Archibong, E.J. and Ezemba, C.C. (2015, October), "Evaluation Of Pesticides Degrading Bacteria Isolated From Soil In Eastern Part Of Nigeria", Second International Conference of Researchers International Network, University of Cape Town, Ghana |
| 19 | C. M. Ogbukagu, I. A. Ekwealor, N. V. Anakwenze, C. C. Ekwealor. (2015, June), "Incidence Of Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) Amongst Patients Attending Primary Health Centres In Anambra State, Nigeria", 115th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
| 20 | V. N. Anakwenze, C. C. Ezemba, C. M. Ogbukagu, C. C. Ekwealor and I. A. Ekwealor. (2015, June), "Methionine Production By Bacillus Thuringiensis EC1 And Bacillus Cereus S8", 115th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Staphylococcuss aureus in commercial kunu drink in Awka metropolis:Possibility of mecA gene detection" (2024). Completed Masters project by AMAILO EMMANUELA NNEAMAKA 2022486005FA |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Studentship Travel Grant" (April, 2016 to July, 2016). Completed sponsored grant by Society for Applied Microbiology (SfAM) |
| 2 | Collaborator: "NRF Award Lassa Test Kit" (January, 2020). Ongoing sponsored grant by National Research Fund |
| 3 | Collaborator: "NRF Award Lassa Test Kit" (January, 2020). Ongoing sponsored grant by National Research Fund |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "International Journal of Biosciences and Technology (IJBST)" (September, 2021) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Enhancing Production of Amino Acids from Bacillus spp. Using Batch and Fed-batch Fermentation Strategies" (July, 2014) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Postgraduate" (September, 2023 to September, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Postgraduate" (December, 2023 to December, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Acting Head of Department, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | Acting Head of Department, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing" (January, 2024 to September, 2024) |
| 3 | Chairman, "Faculty Of Biosciences Conference Marking Committee" (January, 2021) |
| 4 | Member, "Society for Applied Microbiology" (June, 2015) |
| 5 | Member, "American Society for Microbiology" (June, 2015) |
| 6 | Member, "Foundation for African Development through International Biotechnology(FADIB)" (November, 2015) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University-Genomics and Bioinformatics Consortium" - 00030 (member since 2020), https://ngbc.unizik.edu.ng/about/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "American Society for Microbiology" - 100026897 (member since 2016), https://asm.org/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "Society for Applied Microbiology" (member since 2016), https://appliedmicrobiology.org/ |
| 4 | Full Member, "Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD)" (member since 2016), https://owsd.net/ |
| 5 | Full Member, "Nigerian Society for Microbiology" (member since 2015), https://nsm.ng/ |
| 6 | Full Member, "Foundation for African Development through International Biotechnology(FADIB)" (member since 2015), https://uia.org/s/or/en/1100058693 |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "9th Annual Zonal Symposium; Nnamdi Azikiwe University", (Nigerian Society for Microbiology South East Zonal Chapter), 3rd July, 2024 to 5th July, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State |
| 2 | "3rd International Bioscience Conference", (Faculty of Biosciences), 18th June, 2024 to 19th June, 2024; ASUU NAU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, |
| 3 | "45th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting of Nigerian Society for Microbiology", (Nigerian Society for Microbiology), 27th November, 2023 to 30th November, 2023; University of Benin, Benin City |
| 4 | "South-East Bioinformatics Symposium", (NAU Genomics and Bioinformatics Consortium, Awka, Nigeria,), 25th November, 2021 to 27th November, 2021; Zoom |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Molecular Docking", (NAU Genomics and Bioinformatics Consortium, Awka, Nigeria.), 24th February, 2021 to 26th February, 2021; Virtual |
| 2 | "Introduction To Galaxy Bioinformatics", (NAU Genomics and Bioinformatics Consortium, Awka, Nigeria.), 25th November, 2020 to 27th November, 2020; Virtual |
| 3 | "Proteomics Data In VEuPathDB", (VEuPathDB Outreach), 30th July, 2020 to 30th July, 2020; Virtual |
| 4 | "Variant Data In VEuPathDB", (VEuPathDB Outreach), 23rd July, 2020 to 23rd July, 2020; Virtual |
| 5 | "Introduction To FungiDB- Data And Functionality", (VEuPathDB Outreach), 16th July, 2020 to 16th July, 2020; Virtual |
| 6 | "RNASeq Searches In VEuPathDB", (VEuPathDB Outreach), 9th July, 2020 to 9th July, 2020; Virtual |
| 7 | "Orthology Searches And OrthoMCL", (VEuPathDB Outreach), 2nd July, 2020 to 2nd July, 2020; Virtual |
| 8 | "VEuPathDB Release 47", (VEuPathDB Outreach), 10th June, 2020 to 10th June, 2020; Virtual |
| 9 | "The Book Publishing Process", (An Elsevier Author Workshop), 3rd June, 2020 to 3rd June, 2020; Virtual |
| 10 | "The Article Publishing Process", (An Elsevier Author Workshop), 1st June, 2020 to 1st June, 2020; Virtual |
| 11 | "Introductory Molecular Techniques Workshop", (Inqaba Biotech West Africa/Molecular Research Foundation for Students and Scientists (MRFSS), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 27th June, 2018 to 29th June, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 12 | "4th Annual Symposium South East Zone", (Nigerian Society for Microbiology), 27th June, 2017 to 30th June, 2017; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 13 | "39th Annual Scientific Conference", (Nigerian Society for Microbiology), 19th September, 2016 to 23rd September, 2016; University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria |
| 14 | "Society For Applied Microbiology Conference", (Society for Applied Microbiology), 4th July, 2016 to 7th July, 2016; Edinburgh |
| 15 | "General Meeting/Conference Of The American Society For Microbiology", (American Society for Microbiology), 16th June, 2016 to 20th June, 2016; Boston, Massachussets, USA |
| 16 | "Intellectual Property And Technology Transfer Conference", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 13th April, 2016 to 13th April, 2016; Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 17 | "21st Annual Conference Of Foundation For African Development Through International Biotechnology(FADIB)", (FADIB), 24th November, 2015 to 25th November, 2015; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| 18 | "Second International Conference Of Researchers International Network", (University of Cape Town, Ghana,), 13th October, 2015 to 16th October, 2015; Ghana |
| 19 | "2nd International Interdisciplinary Conference On Global Initiatives For Integrated Development IIC-GIID", (Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University), 2nd September, 2015 to 5th September, 2015; Uli, Anambra |
| 20 | "115th General Meeting Of The American Society For Microbiology", (American Society for Microbiology), 30th May, 2015 to 2nd June, 2015; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
| 21 | "1st Central And West African SETAC Regional Conference", (SETAC), 28th January, 2015 to 31st January, 2015; University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria |
| 22 | "36th Annual Scientific Conference Of The Nigerian Society For Microbiology", (Nigerian Society for Microbiology), 8th October, 2012 to 11th October, 2012; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |