Dr. Ukeme James Timothy
Dr. Ukeme James Timothy is a SENIOR LECTURER in POLYMER AND TEXTILE ENGINEERING Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Engr.Dr Ukeme James Timothy hails
from Eka Uruk Eshiet in Etim Ekpo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. He
obtained his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Polymer and Textile Engineering from the Federal
University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria, and He is currently a Ph.D. research student
of the same University. He is a registered member of the council for the regulation of Engineering in Nigeria.
He is a Lecturer in the Department of Polymer
and Textile Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. His research interest
is in material and corrosion, corrosion inhibition, and composites.
Personal Information
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Address: | Polymer And Textile Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
Department/Sub-Unit: | POLYMER AND TEXTILE ENGINEERING |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). (Doctor of Philosophy, September, 2024) May, 2016 to September, 2024 Ph.D Polymer Science |
| 2 | Northern Annang Secondary Secondary Commercial School, Utu Etim Ekpo.. (SSCE, June, 2001) September, 1996 to February, 2001 |
| 3 | Northern Annang Secondary Secondary Commercial School, Utu Etim Ekpo.. (SSCE, June, 2001) September, 1996 to February, 2001 |
| 4 | Nkwot Ikono Government School.. (FSLC, September, 1994) September, 1988 to June, 1994 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2018 to October, 2021 |
| 3 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2017 to January, 2018 |
| 4 | Laboratory Technologist I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2014 to January, 2017 |
| 5 | Laboratory Technologist II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2011 to October, 2014 |
| 6 | National youth corps member, Nnamdi Azikiwe University June, 2010 to June, 2011 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Allen Uchenna Uzoukwu, · Christopher Igwe Idumah, · Timothy James Ukeme, · Daniel Chibuzor Ekweonu, · Paul Chinonso Agbata,· Ifeanyi Emmanuel Okoye, · Abraham Chukwuka Obiechie. (2026, January), "Investigating the adverse effects of graphene polymer nanocomposites in line with sdg’s for safety in extreme environments", Safety in Extreme Environments, Vol. 8, (Issue 2) |
| 2 | Isaac O. Igwe,Favourite C. Solomon,John C. Mbachukwu1, Favour C. Ebisike1, Emmanuel C. Ogbonda1, Daberechi M. Ebonine1, Timothy J. Ukeme2, Fabian C. Onunwa, Moses O. Onyeagba, Ndifreke M. Udoh. (2025, July), "Tribological Properties of Snail Shell Powder Developed Wear Materials", Engineering and Technology Journal, Vol. 10, (Issue 7), pp 5694-5703 |
| 3 | Chinebu Samuel Donchin, Christian Emeka Okafor,Jeremiah Lekwuwa Chukwuneke, Ukeme James, Augustine Uzodinmma Madumere. (2025, December), "Eco-Friendly Corrosion Inhibition of Mild Steel Using Biomass-Derived Carbon Quantum Dots from Banana Peels: A Sustainable Approach", UNIZIK Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences (UJEAS), Vol. 5, (Issue 4) |
| 4 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Izuchukwu Odinakachi Madu, Ukeme James Timothy, Eze Nkechinyere Olivia and Ikelle Issie Ikelle. (2024, January), "Characterization of Water Absorption, Thickness Swelling and Diffusion Coefficient of Natural Fiber/Epoxy Bio-Composites for Applications in Aquatic Environment", Journal of Applied Physical Science International, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 1-10 |
| 5 | Isaac Ogbennaya Igwe, Daberechi Mishack Ebonine, Ifeoma Perpetua Oragwu, Chinedu Kingson Adindu, Emmanuel Chidiebube Onyema, Amarachukwu Prince Mbanefo, Fabian Chinonye Onunwa, Ukeme James Timothy. (2024, November), "Sustainable Utilization of Snail Shell Powder and Marble Dust in Formulating Alkyd Paints for Industrial Applications", International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Vol. 9, (Issue 11), pp 2707-2713 |
| 6 | Ukeme J. Timothy, Ukashat Mamudu, Moses M. Solomon, Peace S. Umoren, Isaac O. Igwe, Placid I. Anyanwu, Bibiana C. Aharanwa, Ren Chong Lim, Theresa O. Uchechukwu, Saviour A. Umoren. (2024, May), "In-situ biosynthesized plant exudate gums‑silver nanocomposites as corrosion inhibitors for mild steel in hydrochloric acid medium", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules |
| 7 | Ogah Anselm Ogah, Chukwuka Ikechukwu Nwoye, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Uju Pauline Ojukwu, Ukeme James Timothy, Nwabueze Joseph Mbam. (2024, July), "Quadratic model for evaluating the hardness of hazelnut shell-polystyrene composite based on input concentration ratio of its constituent materials", UNIZIK Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 826-835 |
| 8 | Chika A. Okonkwo, Matthew C. Menkiti, Ikemefuna C. Uzochukwu, Jones J. Ajali, Timothy J. Ukeme. (2024, November), "Investigation of Okposi Brine-based Sodium Hydroxide for Indigenous Manufacturing of Sodium Polyacrylate Absorbent", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN APPLIED SCIENCE, Vol. 9, (Issue 10) |
| 9 | Ukeme J. Timothy, Peace S. Umoren, Moses M. Solomon, Isaac O. Igwe, Saviour A. Umoren. (2023, September), "An appraisal of the utilization of natural gums as corrosion inhibitors: Prospects, challenges, and future perspectives", International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Vol. 253, (Issue 3) |
| 10 | Ukeme J. Timothy, Nestor K. Ankah, Peace S. Umoren, Moses M. Solomon d , Isaac O. Igwe, Saviour A. Umoren. (2023, November), "Assessment of Berlinia grandiflora and cashew natural exudate gums as sustainable corrosion inhibitors for mild steel in an acidic environment", Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering |
| 11 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Izuchokwu Odinakachi Madu, Timothy Ukeme James,Eze Nkechi and Ohoke Francis Okemini. (2023, July), "Effect of immersion temperature on mechanical, water absorption and morphological properties of sodium hydroxide modified fluted stem pumpkin fiber reinforced polyester bio composites", Journal of Material Science Research and Reviews, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 455-467 |
| 12 | Christopher Igwe Idumah, IC Nwuzor, SR Odera, UJ Timothy, U Ngenegbo, FA Tanjung. (2022, September), "Recent advances in polymeric hydrogel nanoarchitectures for drug delivery applications", International Journal of Polymeric Materials and Polymeric Biomaterials, pp 1-32 |
| 13 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Timothy Ukeme James. (2022, June), "Mechanical and Morphological Properties of Fluted Pumpkin Stem Fiber (Telfaira occidentalis) Recycled High Density Polyethylene Nanocomposites", South Asian Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 4, (Issue 3) |
| 14 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Samuel Chukwuma Nwobi, Ukeme James Timothy, Ikelle Issie Ikelle. (2022, September), "Identification of Opportunities for Utilization of Rice Husk Agricultural Waste Product", Scientific Reports Journal |
| 15 | Ukeme James Timothy, Anselem ogah Ogah. (2021, June), "Transport Properties Of Toluene Through Reactive Compatibilized Polyethylene Terephthalate/Natural Rubber Using Dikanut Shell Powder As Filler", European Journal of Advances in Engineering and Technology, Vol. 8, (Issue 5), pp 9-20 |
| 16 | Innocent O Arukalam, Ukeme J Timothy, Izuchukwu O Madu, Joseph O Achor. (2021, April), "Improving The Water Barrier And Anticorrosion Performances Of Epoxy-Chitosan Coatings Via Silane Modification", Journal of Bio-and Tribo-Corrosion, Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 1-13 |
| 17 | Christopher Igwe Idumah, Emmanuel O. Ezeani, · Anthony Chidi Ezika, Ukeme James Timothy. (2021, December), "Recent advancements in fame retardancy of MXene polymer nanoarchitectures", Safety in Extreme Environments, Vol. 3, pp 253–273 |
| 18 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Ukeme James Timothy. (2018, June), "Mechanical Behavior Of Agricultural Waste Fibers Reinforced Vinyl Ester Bio-composites", Asian Journal of Physical and Chemical Scienceshttps://journalajopacs.com/index.php/AJOPACS/article/view/22798https://journalajopacs.com/index.php/AJO, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 1-`10 |
| 19 | Chinomso Macanthony EWULONU , Iheoma Chigoziri Chukwujike Nwuzor, Ukeme James Timothy. (2015, February), "Uptake Of Automobile Fluids By Dynamically Vulcanized Recycled Polyethylene/natural Rubber (rPE/NR) Biocomposite", Science and Education Publishing, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 19-27 |
| 20 | G. N. Onyeagoro, E. G. Ohaeri , U. J. Timothy. (2012, October), "Studies On Microbial Degradation Of Natural Rubber Using Dilute Solution Viscosity Measurement And Weight Loss Techniques", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BASIC AND APPLIED SCIENCE, Vol. 1, (Issue 21), pp 448-4601 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Tertiary Education Trust Fund academic staff training and development" (May, 2017 to February, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund |
| 2 | Awardee: "Production of Sodium Polyacrylate Precursor from Biomass-Based Fumaric acid for Sustainable Quality Diaper Absorbent" (January, 2023). Ongoing sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Marine antifouling coating based on fluorescent-modified poly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene) resin" (March, 2024) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Faculty Representative, "ASUU" (June, 2023) |
| 2 | Member, "LOC for ASUU NEC members attending ASUU NAU Chairperson father's burial ceremony" (April, 2022) |
| 3 | Member, "Committee on Convocation/National Engineering Project Exhibition" (April, 2021) |
| 4 | Member, "NAU quality assurance committee" (March, 2021) |
| 5 | Convener, "ASUu National Delegate Conference security Sub-committee" (May, 2021) |
| 6 | Member, "Committee of Dean of Engineering and Technology of Nigerian University" (March, 2020) |
| 7 | Member, "Faculty Committee for Effective Teaching and Quality Assurance" (July, 2019 to October, 2020) |
| 8 | Departmental ICT Officer, "Information and Communication Technology" (October, 2018 to October, 2019) |
| 9 | Departmental ICT Officer, "Information and Communication Technology" (July, 2017) |
| 10 | Member, " Faculty of Engineering committee for Examination monitoring" (August, 2017) |
| 11 | Member, "Faculty of Engineering committee for effective Teaching and quality assurance" (April, 2017) |
| 12 | Departmental ICT Officer, "Information and Communication Technology" (October, 2017 to October, 2018) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (CORN)" - R54884 (member since 2019), https://www.coren.gov.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "29th Engineering Assembly: Advancing the Frontiers of Engineering Practitioners and entrenching Professionalsm for National Development", (Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)), 9th August, 2021 to 11th August, 2021; Abuja, Nigeria |
| 2 | "Technology and Innovation Expo 2020: Enhancing the Growth of a Diversified Economy through Sicence and Technology", (Federal Ministry of Science and Technology), 20th March, 2020 to 20th March, 2020; Abuja, Nigeria |
| 3 | "2018 National Conference on Raw Materials Processing and Utilizatio for sustainable development", (Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 13th August, 2018 to 14th August, 2018; Awka, Nigeria |
| 4 | "2014 National Conference On Engineering For Sustainable Development", (Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 21st October, 2014 to 24th October, 2014; Awka, Nigeria |
| 5 | "2012 National Conference on Infrastructural Development and Maintenance in the Nigerian Environment", (Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 18th September, 2012 to 24th September, 2012; Awka, Nigeria |