Dr. Chidimma Ruth Chukwunwejim
Dr. Chidimma Ruth Chukwunwejim is a LECTURER I in PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Chidimma Chukwunwejim Ruth is a Pharmacist, Lecturer and Researcher at the Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. She is the past Head of Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Agbani, Enugu State, Nigeria. She has experiences that span over 10 years across different areas of Pharmacy practice ranging from industry (2010) to community (2014) down to Hospital and currently Academia (2016- date).
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Address: | Pharmaceutical Microbiology And Biotechnology, Faculty Of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, June, 2021) October, 2014 to June, 2021 Ph.D Pharmaceutical Microbiology And Biotechnology(Biotechnology) |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, June, 2014) May, 2011 to June, 2014 M.pharm Pharmaceutical Microbiology And Biotechnology |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, November, 2011) October, 2006 to November, 2011 B. Pharm Pharmacy |
| 4 | community secondary school, oko. (GCE, November, 2005) September, 2005 to November, 2005 |
| 5 | Girls Secondary School, Awka. (SSCE, June, 2005) September, 2000 to June, 2005 |
| 6 | central school, Awka. (FSLC, May, 2000) September, 1994 to May, 2000 FSLC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Liaison Officer, Faculty of Pharmaceuticals Science Alumni, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. 2011- 2014. October, 2020 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer II, Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. March, 2019 to Present |
| 3 | Assistant Lecturer, Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Enugu State university of Science and Technology December, 2016 to February, 2019 |
| 4 | Head of Department, Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Enugu State university of Science and Technology June, 2016 to February, 2019 |
| 5 | Pharmacist 1, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Awka. Anambra State, Nigeria February, 2016 to May, 2016 |
| 6 | Suprintedent Pharmacist, Renas pharmacy limited September, 2014 to March, 2015 |
| 7 | corp member, Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. December, 2013 to March, 2014 |
| 8 | Intern Pharmacist, Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2012 to December, 2013 |
| 9 | Treasurer, Faculty of Pharmaceuticals Science Alumni, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria November, 2011 to November, 2014 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Miriam G.U. Nwaneri, Ugochukwu M. Okezie, Uchenna C. Ogwaluonye, Ijeoma N. Ebenebe, Chidimma R. Chukwunwejim, Chinelo K. Ezejiegu, Charles O. Esimone. (2023, July), "Topical Antifungal Herbal Formulations With Broad Spectrum Activity", International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), Vol. 10, (Issue 7), pp 49-54 |
| 2 | Miriam G.U Nwaneri, Loveline N. Umeugoji, Ugochukwu M. Okezie, Ugonna C. Morikwe, Chinelo K. Ezejiegu, Ijeoma N. Ebenebe ,Chidimma R. Chukwunwejim. (2023, July), "Antifungal Activity Of Endophytic Fungi Isolated From Justicia Carnea On Candida Albicans", International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), Vol. 10, (Issue 7), pp 96-100 |
| 3 | Chidimma Ruth, C., Emelumadu, N., Ebenebe, I. N., Egbuna, R. N., Ugochukwu, J. I. and Eze, P. M.. (2022, August), "Bed Linen: A Reservoir Of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacterial Pathogens", Journal of Current Biomedical Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 311-316 |
| 4 | Ngwu, J.N., Uzoeto, H.O., Emaimo, J., Okorie, C., Mohammed, I.D., Edemekong, C.I., Peter, I.U., Ezeh, C, Chukwu E., Adimora E.E., Ani, S.E, Oke, B., Moses, I.B., Nwakaeze, E.A., Out J.O., Chukwunwejim, C.R., Egbuna, R.N, Ikusika, B.A., Adagiri, P.A. and Iroha, I.R. (2022, January), "Antibiogram of Biofilm Forming Oral Streptococci Species Isolated from Dental Caries Patients Visiting Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy, Enugu Nigeria", International Journal of Research and Reports in Dentistry, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 12-25 |
| 5 | Ebenebe, I.N., Osonwa U.E., Chukwunwejim C.R., Morikwe U.C., Igwe J.U., Esimone C.O. and Anukam, K.C. (2021, October), "Assessment of vaginal health before and after treatment with vaginal suppository containing Lactiplantibacillus pentosus KCA1", GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences,, Vol. 17, (Issue 01), pp 105-116 |
| 6 | Ude, I. U., Moses, I. B., Okoronkwo, C., Ovia K., Okafor, C., Chukwunwejim, C. R., Okata-Nwali, O. D., Iroha, C. S., Akuma, S., Peter, I. U., Uzoet. (2021, June), "Phytochemical properties and antimicrobial activity of Buchholzia coriacea and Psychotriamicrophylla leaf extracts on bacterial pathogens isolated from aquatic environments in Nigeria", Journal of Medicinal Plants Research |
| 7 | Ezugwu, I.A., Afunwa, R. A., Onyia, F.C, Chukwunwejim, C.R., Offe, I.M., Onyia, C.O., Unachukwu, M.N., and Eze, E.A. (2021, October), "Prevalence of Urinary Tract Infections and Associated Risk Factors among Pregnant Women in Enugu Metropolis, Nigeria", Journal of Biosciences and Medicines, Vol. 9, pp 156-171 |
| 8 | orji, J. O., Ayogu, T. E., Amaobi, C. B., Moses, I. B., Elom, E. E., Uzoh C. V., Out, J. O., Chukwunwejim C. R., Okeh C. O., Ikegbune C., Peter I. U.. (2021, August), "Effect of bacteriocins from lactic acid bacteria obtained from Zea mays-based “Ogi” on foodborne bacteria from contaminated cabbage", African Journal of Microbiology Research |
| 9 | Chibuike K. U., Iroha I. R., Moses I. B., Chukwunwejim C. R., Peter I. U. , Edemekong C. I., Ndugo C.M., Ngene O., Egbuna N. R., and Okonkwo-Uzor N. (2021, June), "Phenotypic screening of multidrug-resistant E. coli from water and fish collected from different fish farms within Abakaliki metropolis, Nigeria", Sci. Res. Essays |
| 10 | Uzoije, U.N., Moses, I.B., Nwakaeze, E.A., Uzoeto, H.O., Out, J.O., Egbuna, N.R., Ngwu, J.N., Chukwunwejim, C. R., Mohammed, D.I., Peter I.U., Oke. (2021, August), "Prevalence of Multidrug-resistant Bacteria Isolates in Waste Water from Different Hospital Environment in Umuahia, Nigeria", Int. J. Pharm. Sci. Rev. Res |
| 11 | Ogbiko, C., Chukwunwejim, C. R. and Okezie, U. M.. (2021, February), "phytochemical composition, acute toxicity and lipid profile of the methanol leaf extract of PiliostigmaThonningii (Fabaceae)", Journal of Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences |
| 12 | Roselyn N. Egbuna, Nonye T. Ujam, Chidimma R. Chukwunwejim, Nchekwube K. Eze, Uchenna U. Okafor, Isaiah C. Abonyi, Alison O. Ede, Chika P. Ejikeugw. (2021, August), "proliferation of multidrug-resistant bacteria in some orally-administered herbal preparations sold in south-eastern Nigeria.", Journal of current Biomedical Research |
| 13 | Ugbo, E.N., Anyamene , C.O., Moses, I.B. , Iroha , I.R., Babalola, O.O., Ukpai , E.G., Chukwunwejim, C.R., Egbule, C.U.,Emioye, A.A., Okata-Nwali,. (2020, October), "Prevalence of blaTEM, blaSHV, and blaCTX-M genes among extended spectrum beta lactamase-producing Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae of clinical origin", Gene Reports |
| 14 | Erhirhie, E., Nwosu, C., Emudainohwo, T., Chukwunwejim, C.R., Eze, P. and Ajaghaku D.L.. (2020, March), "Health hazards associated with ready-to-eat-meat in Nigeria: A call for public concern and critical interventions", Meat technology |
| 15 | Ugbo, E. N., Anyamene, C. O., Moses, I. B., Ariom, T. O., Agumah, N. B., Chukwunwejim, C. R., Egbule, C. U., Emioye, A. A., Okata-Nwali, O. D., Ane. (2020, November), "Isolation and molecular characteristics of extended spectrum beta-lactamase-producing uropathogenicEscherichia coliisolated from hospital attendees in Ebonyi State, Abakaliki", Afr. J. Biotechnol |
| 16 | Ugochukwu, J. I., Ajaegbu, E. E., Chukwunwejim, C. R. and Uzochukwu, I. C. (2020, September), "FTIR and UV Visible Spectrophotometric Derivatization Studies of Artemether", AIR |
| 17 | Ifiora, G. C., Chukwunwejim,C. R.,Ejikeugwu, C.P., Egbuna, R. N. Ifiora,F. C.,Abonyi, I.C. Eze, P. M. Arzai, A. H. and Mukhtar,M. D.. (2020, May), "Microbiological safety assessment of food handlers inWudil Local Government Area of Kano State, Nigeria.", MicroMedicine |
| 18 | Iroha, I. R., Abani, F. U.1., Moses, I. B., Nwakaeze, E. A., Oladimeji, S., Mohammed, D. I., Egbuna, N. R., Chukwunwejim C. R.,Okeh, C. O., Okata. (2020, October), "Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Uropathogens among HIV-infected and HIV-negative Patients Attending Clinics in Mater Misericodiae Hospital, Afikpo, Ebonyi State, Nigeria", Int. J. Pharm. Sci |
| 19 | Ujam, N.T., Eze, P. M., Chukwunwejim, C.R.,Okoye, F.B. C. and Esimone, C. O.. (2019, June), "Antimicrobial and immunomodulatory activities of secondary metabolites of an endophytic fungus isolated from Ageratum conyzoides", Current Life Sciences |
| 20 | Eze, P. M.,Nnanna, J. C., Okezie,U.,Buzugbe, H. S. Abba, C. C. Chukwunwejim, C.R., Okoye. F. B. C. and Esimone. C.O. (2019, January), "Screening of metabolites from endophytic fungi of some Nigerian medicinal plants for antimicrobial activities", The EuroBiotech Journal |
| 21 | Abonyi, D. O., Eze, P.M., Abba, C.C., Chukwunwejim, C.R., Ejikeugwu, C.P., Okoye, F. B.C. and Esimone, C.O. (2019).. (2019, January), "Metabolites of endophytic Colletotrichum gloeosporioides isolated from leaves of Carica papay", American Journal of Essential Oils and Natural Products |
| 22 | Chukwunwejim, C.R., Eze, P.M.,Ujam, N.T., Abonyi, I.C., Ejikeugwu, C. P., Abonyi,D.O. and Esimone, C.O.. (2018, July), "Incidence of Community Acquired ESBL-Producing Bacteria among Asymptomatic University Students in Anambra State, Nigeria", European Journal of Biological Research |
| 23 | Onyegbule, F.A., Okoye, C. I., Eze, P. M., Chukwunwejim, C.R. and Umeokoli, B.O.. (2018, May), "Evaluation of Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of the Leaf Extracts of Luffa cylindrical.", Journal of Health Sciences |
| 24 | Eze, P.M., Ojimba, N.K., Abonyi, D.O., Chukwunwejim, C.R., Abba, C.C., Okoye, F.B.C. and Esimone, C.O. (2018, March), "Microbial Activity of Metabolites of an Endophytic Fungus Isolated from the Leaves of Citrus jambhiri (Rutaceae)", Trop J Nat Prod Res |
| 25 | Buzugbe, H. S., Eze, P.M., Chukwunwejim, C.R.,Nwachukwu, C.U., Abonyi, D.O., Abba, C.C., Okoye, F.B.C. and Esimone, C.O. (2018, June), "Investigation of Secondary Metabolites of an Endophytic Fungus Isolated from the Leaves of Chromolaena odorata for Possible Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities", The Pharmaceutical and Chemical Journal |
| 26 | Chigozie, V.U., Eze, P.M., Chukwunwejim, C.R., Abba, C.C., Nworu, C.S. and Esimone, C.O.. (2014, July), "Quality Assessment of some Brands of Tetanus Toxoids Marketed in Open Markets in South-Eastern Nigeria", British Journal of Pharmaceutical Research |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Reviewerships | |
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| 1 | Reviewer, "Antifungal effects of Black cumin (Nigella sativa L.) Seeds Extracts and Seed Oil on some Candida albicans Strains" (June, 2023) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Aquahilic G.S Emulsion: Design, Devt. and Evaluation for oral delivery" (April, 2019 to February, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Assement of Knowledge, Perception, and Attitude on Drug Abuse and its Implication among University Students in Warri, Delta state" (March, 2015 to September, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Faculty Rep, ASUU, "Academic Staff Union of Universities" (September, 2023) |
| 2 | member, "Quality Assurance-Health and Safety Committee" (May, 2021) |
| 3 | PG Departmental coordinator, "Departmental Postgraduate Coordinator" (August, 2021) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "• Ilechukwu, A.U., Mmadubugwu,H.O., Ejiofor, I.I, Chukwunwejim, C.R. (2021).In- Silicostudy for Phytochemicals with Multi- Targeted anti Helicobacter Pylori Activity", (Annual National Association of Pharmacists in Academia,), 12th August, 2021 to 12th August, 2021; Physical |
| 2 | "• Igbokwe, M.C, Ibe C.I, Ejiofor, I.I,Chukwunwejim, C.R. (2021). In- Silicostudy for antidiabetogenic effects of Phytochemicals", (Annual National Association of Pharmacists in Academia,), 12th August, 2021 to 12th August, 2021; Physical |
| 3 | "• Oju, T.N, Nnorom, C.M, Ejiofor, I.I,Chukwunwejim, C.R. (2021).Pesticide Assessment, In- Silico abd Fingerprints Evaluations of Six polyherbal Formulations Marketed in South Easter Nigeria", (NAPA), 12th August, 2021 to 12th August, 2021; PHYSICAL |
| 4 | "Roselyn N. Egbuna, Ruth A. Afunwa, Peter M. Eze, Chidimma R. Chukwunwejim, Ijeoma N. Ebenebe, S. C. Umerie. (2021). Evaluation of the Phytochemical, Toxicity and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Hibiscus Asper Leaf Extract", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Nsukka), 3rd July, 2021 to 4th July, 2021; ZOOM |
| 5 | "• Chidimma R. Chukwunwejim, Ijeoma N. Ebenebe, Roselyn N. Egbuna, Ugochukwu M. Okezie, Chukwuebuka C. Onwuzuligbo, Innocentmary I. Ejioforand Peter M. Eze. (2021). Antibacterial Evaluation of Anthocleistadjalonensis (Loganiaceae) Leaf Extracts and Some St", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Nsukka), 1st July, 2021 to 4th July, 2021; ZOOM |
| 6 | "• Ebenebe, Ijeoma Ngozi, UdumaOsonwa Emmanuel, Anukam Kingsley C,Chukwunwejim Chidimma Ruth, Egbuna Roselyn Nneka. (2021). Socio-Economic burden and Quality of life among Nigerian women of Reproductive age with Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) and Assessment of P", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Nsukka), 1st July, 2021 to 4th July, 2021; ZOOM |
| 7 | "• Oju, T.N., Ejiofor, I.I, Chukwunwejim, C.R. Nnorom C.M and Ikebudu, C.C. (2021). Quality and Fingerprint Assessment of Some Polyherbal Formulations Marketed in Southeastern Nigeria", (Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos), 10th March, 2021 to 11th March, 2021; ZOOM |
| 8 | "• Chukwunwejim, C.R., Ezejiegu C.K., Offu, O.F. and Ejiofor,I.I. (2020).Adherence To Antiretroviral Treatment Among People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Attending Care at A Tertiary Hospital in South-Eastern Nigeria", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Nsukka), 1st April, 2020 to 4th April, 2020; PHYSICAL |
| 9 | "• Chukwunwejim, C.R., Eze, P.M.,Ujam, T.N., Abonyi, I.S.,Ejikeugwu,C. P.,Abonyi, D.O. andEsimone, C.O.(2019).Incidence of community acquired ESBL producing bacteria among asymptomatic University students in Anambra State, Nigeria", (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Nsukka), 3rd January, 2019 to 3rd January, 2019; Physical |
| 10 | "• Chukwunwejim, C.R., Ezeh, P.M. and Esimone, C.O.(2017).Detection Of Community Acquired Extended Spectrum Β-Lactamase ProducingBacteria Amongst Asymptomatic University Students in Anambra State-Nigeria", (23rd International Conference on Healthcare & Life- Science Research (ICHLSR) Dubai, United Arab Emirate), 2nd August, 2017 to 3rd August, 2017; zoom |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "On-Line Teaching and Examination", (Sandwich Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 20th June, 2023 to 20th June, 2023; physical |
| 2 | "• PADA Pan – African Doctoral Academy (2020). Managing the PhD Process (Including Literature Review and Emotional Intelligence). A workshop held at University of Ghana, Legon, Accra, Ghana", (PADA), 13th January, 2020 to 14th January, 2020; Physical |
| 3 | "• Introductory Molecular Technique Workshop", (Molecular Research Foundation for Students and Scientists), 27th June, 2018 to 29th June, 2018; Physical |