Mrs. Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka
Mrs. Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka is a LECTURER I in HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am a self motivated teacher and researcher
with a firm belief in continuous improvement on cutting edge research and
innovation, leveraging on good communication and leadership skills, I am poised
to deliver excellent multidisciplinary research and learning in the quest to
attain personal and institutional goals.
Personal Information
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Address: | Human Biochemistry, Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Post-Doctorate Degree, March, 2025) January, 2020 to March, 2025 PhD Chemical Pathology |
| 2 | National Teachers Institute in Affiliation with Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Post-Graduate Degree, May, 2022) January, 2019 to December, 2019 PGDE Education |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, December, 2019) October, 2012 to December, 2019 MSc Chemical Pathology |
| 4 | Federal University Of Technology Minna Niger State. (Bachelor Degree, November, 2008) January, 2003 to November, 2008 B.Tech (Hons) Biochemistry |
| 5 | Ajumoni Grammar School Isolo Lagos. (NECO, June, 2000) June, 2000 to June, 2000 NECO |
| 6 | Army Cantonment Girls Secondary School Ojo Barracks Lagos. (SSCE, June, 1999) September, 1993 to June, 1999 SSCE |
| 7 | Asubiojo Primary School 1 Alaba -Oro Lagos. (FSLC, July, 1992) September, 1986 to July, 1992 FSLC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University May, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Senior Technologists, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2012 to May, 2017 |
| 3 | Scientific Officer, Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA July, 2010 to September, 2012 |
| 4 | NYSC, Nnamdi Azikiwe University March, 2009 to February, 2010 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nonso, Udeh Ekenechukwu Bethel, Dike Charles Chijioke, Okwuonu Ifeoma Frances, Nnaemeka Wuraola Serah, Afuberoh Francis Chukwudi, Nwanaga Clinton Uche, Anyiam Kennedy Ekenedirichukwu. (2025, January), "Impact of Ethanolic Extract of Azanza Garckeana (Gorontula Fruit) on semen quality and Hormonal Profile of Adult Wistar Rats.", International Journal of Recent Research in Life Sciences., Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 1-4 |
| 2 | Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Madu Japhet Olisekodiaka, Anaelechi Jude Onuegbu, Aneke John Chinawaeze, Shobanke Ayobami Omolara, Ejeatuluchukwu-alo Obi. (2025, February), "Assessment of IL-2, IL-10 TNF-α and Selenium levels in sickle cell anaemia individuals in their steady state attending NAUTH, Nnewi South Eastern Nigeria.", Journal of advance Pharmacy and Biological Science, Vol. 11, (Issue 11), pp 7-10 |
| 3 | Ezeokafor Emmanuel Nonso, Nnaemeka Wuraola Serah, Njideka Constance Uchefuna, Nwanaga Clinton Uche, Nsofor Cordelia U, Aralu Obed Chiunwedu, Afuberoh Francis Chukwudi, Ugochukwu Precious Chisom. (2024, December), "The Effect of Ethanolic Soursop Leaf Extract on Caffeine Induced Anxiety in Female Wistar rats", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, Vol. 11, (Issue 12), pp 1-10 |
| 4 | Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Madu Japhet Olisekodiaka, Anaelechi Jude Onuegbu, Aneke John Chinawaeze, Ejeatuluchukwu-alo Obi. (2024, December), "Evaluation of Glutathione Peroxidase activity, Malondialdehyde and Selenium Levels in Sickle cell anaemia individuals attending NAUTH,Nnewi in South Eastern Nigeria. Journal", Journal of Advance Research in Medical and Health Science, Vol. 10, (Issue -11), pp 1-6 |
| 5 | Ofia A Kalu, Nkiruka R Ukibe, Charles C Onyenekwe, Rejoice Chinenye Okoyeagu, Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Amala Joy Onyenekwe, Ezinne G Ukibe, Blessing C Ukibe, Victory E Ukibe, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu.. (2024, February), "JournalAssessment of Serum Cystatin C, Microalbumin levels and Egfr in HIV Seropositive individuals based on duration in Nauth Nnewi, Nigeria", Elite Journal of Laboratory Medicine, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 21-29 |
| 6 | Ofia A Kalu, Nkiruka R Ukibe, Charles C Onyenekwe, Rejoice Chinenye Okoyeagu, Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Amala Joy Onyenekwe, Ezinne G Ukibe, Blessing C Ukibe, Victory E Ukibe, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu.. (2024, March), "JournalAssessment of Serum Cystatin C, Microalbumin levels and Egfr in HIV Seropositive individuals based on age and gender in Nauth Nnewi, Nigeria", Elite Journal of Laboratory Medicine, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 48-59 |
| 7 | .Emmanuel Nonso Ezeokafor, Winifred Chioma Ezekwudo, Kosisochukwu Emmanuel Ifemenam, Serah Wuraola Nnaemeka, Njideka Constance Uchefuna, Ike chibueze Jeremiah, Sebastine Okechukwu Nwoko, Cordelia U.Nsofor, Paul Chinwuba, Chiemelia Ujunwa Anisiobi. (2024, December), "Healing Potentials of Annona Muricata leaves extract against hyoscine induced oxidative stressed Wista rats and its effect on liver enzymes", European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 9), pp 247-251 |
| 8 | Ofia A Kalu, Nkiruka R Ukibe, Charles C Onyenekwe, Rejoice Chinenye Okoyeagu, Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Amala Joy Onyenekwe, Ezinne G Ukibe, Blessing C Ukibe, Victory E Ukibe, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu.. (2024, March), "JournalAssessment of Serum Cystatin C, Microalbumin levels and Egfr in HIV Seropositive individuals in Nauth Nnewi, Nigeria", Elite Journal of Health Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 30-39 |
| 9 | Nnaemeka W.S., Olisekodiaka M.J., Onuegbu A.J., Aneke J.C., Onah C.E., Sobanke A.O.. (2023, January), "Evaluation of Lipid Profile in Sickle Cell Disease Subjects in Steady State Attending NAUTH, Nnewi, Anambra State", International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 17-21 |
| 10 | Onah, CE, Onah, CF, Ehiaghe, AF, Onyegbule, OA, Ogbodo, EC, Ijeoma, AU, Olisah, CM, Nnaemeka, WS, Meludu, SC, Dioka, CE. (2023, September), "Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Moringa Oleifera in Lead Poisoning: An Investigation of its Effects on Blood Lead Levels and Oxidative Stress in Rats", International Journal of Clinical & Biomedical Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 1-16 |
| 11 | Christain Ejike Onah, Chinwemma Florence Onah, Stephen Monday Suru, Chinedu Michael Olisah, Alfred Friday Ehiaghe, Chukwuemeka Emmanuel Ogbodo, Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Ukamaka Ann Ijeomah, Chukwuemeka Samuel Meludu, Chudi Emmanuel Dioka.. (2023, June), "The Effects of Lead on Some Markers of Liver and Kidney Functions of Lead Recycling Factory Workers are Mediated Through Increased Oxidative Stress", Avicenna Journal of Medical Biochemistry, Vol. -11, (Issue 1), pp 42-45 |
| 12 | Ezeugwunne, I.P., Shehu, Idris, W.S. Nnaemeka, Ikedichukwu, Chibueze Ejiogu, Nnanneka, Victoria Elosiuba, Obinna, David Ibimere. (2021, August), "Activities of Pancreatic enzymes and Anthropometric Indices in Type 2 Diabetic Patients attending Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Southeastern Nigeria", International Journal of Current Science Research and Review, Vol. 4, (Issue 8), pp 991-996 |
| 13 | Ezeugwunne, IP, Onyenekwe CC, Ahaneku JE, Martins I, Ahaneku G, Meludu SC, Chukwuanukwu, RC, W.S. Nnaemeka, Dike, CC; Onah, CE. (2021, October), "Pattern of Lipid Profile in Adult HIV Seropositives in Nnewi Nigeria", Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Medical Imaging, Vol. 8, (Issue 5), pp 1-11 |
| 14 | W.S. Nnaemeka, Olisekodiaka MJ, Onuegbu AJ, Ezeugwunne IP, Maduka IG, Suru SM, Nnodim Jk. (2018, February), "Evaluation of Serum Levels of Fasting Lipid Profile in Pre-eclamptic Women", IRO International Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 20-23 |
| 15 | Ezeugwunne, IP, Onyenekwe; CC, Ahaneku, JE, W.S. Nnaemeka, Meludu, SC. (2016, February), "Evaluation of Apolipoprotein profile and Cd4+ T cell count in Adult HIV Seropositives in NAUTH Nnewi, South Eastern, Nigeria", Academic Journal of Chemistry, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 52-58 |
| 16 | Ezeugwunne, IP, Onyenekwe CC, Ahaneku JE, Martins I, Ahaneku G, Meludu SC, Chukwuanukwu, RC, W.S. Nnaemeka, Dike, CC; Onah, CE. (2014, October), "Pattern of Lipid Profile in Adult HIV Seropositives in Nnewi Nigeria", Food Science and Quality Management, Vol. 29, pp 35-38 |
| 17 | Ezeugwunne, I.P., Onyenekwe, C.C., Ahaneku, J.E., Ahaneku. G., Ifeanyichukwu. M., Meludu, S.C., Chukwuanukwu, R.C. W.S. Nnaemeka, Okwara, J.E., Nnadozie, O., Onah C.E.. (2014, June), "Assessment of Some Cardiac Biomarkers in Adult HIV Seropositives in Nnewi, Nigeria", IISTE, Vol. 6, (Issue 7), pp 8-13 |
| 18 | Ojewale, AO; Ogunmodede, OS; Olaniyan, OT; Akingbade, AM; Dare BJ, Omoagh OA, Enye LA, W.S. Nnaemeka. (2014, March), "Modulating Roles of Ethanolic Roots Extract of Crossopteryx febrifuga on Blood Glucose, Lipid Profile, Glycoylated Haemoglobin and Cytoarchitectural Changes on Pancreatic Beta Cells in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats", European Journal of Medicinal Plants, Vol. 4, (Issue 7), pp 819-834 |
| 19 | Ojewale AO, Olaniyan OT, Yemitan OK, Odukanmi OA, Dare BJ, W.S. Nnaemeka, Omoaghe OA, Akingbade AM, Ogunmodede OS, Adebari AO. (2013, July), "Hypoglycemic and Hypolipidemic Activities of Ethanolic Roots Extract of Crossopteryx Febrifuga in Alloxan- Induced Diabetic Rats", Mintage Journal of Pharmaceutical & Medical Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-4 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Olisekodiaka Madu Japhet, Nnaemeka Wuraola Serah, Onuegbu Anaelechi Jude, Aneke John. (2024, June), "Evaluation of Glutathione peroxidase activity, Malonaldehyde and Selenium levels in sickle cell anaemia clients attending a tertiary Health Facility in South-Eastern Nigeria", |
| 2 | Nnaemeka W.S., Olisekodiaka M.J., Onuegbu A.J., Aneke J.C.. (2024, June), "Evaluation of Cytokines in Sickle Cell Disease Anaemia on Selenium Supplements attending Nauth, Nnewi Nigeria", |
| 3 | Nnaemeka Wuraola Serah, Olisekodiaka Madu Japhet, Onuegbu Anaelechi Jude, Maduka Ignatius Chukwudi.. (2023, May), "Assessment of anthropometric indices, Blood pressure data and fasting lipid profile in pre-eclamptic women attending Nauth Nnewi, Nigeria", IFCC |
| 4 | Nnaemeka Wuraola Serah, Olisekodiaka Madu Japhet, Onuegbu Anaelechi Jude, Aneke John.. (2023, May), "Assessment of Lipid Panels in Sickle cell disease subjects in steady state attending Nauth, Nnewi Nigeria", IFCC |
| 5 | Njoku CM, Meludu SC, Dioka CE, Onuegbu JA, Okwara JE. Nnaemeka WS, Onyegbule OA.. (2022, May), "Effect of 3 months physical exercise on some oxidative stress markers in premenopausal university students in Nnewi Nigeria", IFCC Worldlab Congress Seoul 2022 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Award of TETFund Institutional Based Research (IBR) Grant" (January, 2022 to December, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETfund) |
| 2 | Awardee: "PhD Dissertation Research Grant" (November, 2023). Ongoing sponsored grant by Jerome Nriagu |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Member of Committee on CHS College Voice" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Member, "Member VC’s Committee on Media and Strategic Planning" (November, 2024) |
| 3 | Member, "Member of the Committee on Accountability and Transparency Unit." (November, 2024) |
| 4 | Facilitator, "Unizik Microbiome Research Unit. World Microbiome Day 2024" (June, 2024) |
| 5 | Facilitator, "Unizik Microbiome Research Unit. World Microbiome Day 2024" (June, 2024) |
| 6 | Departmental Liason Officer, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University/Student Affairs Department" (August, 2023) |
| 7 | Course Coordinator, "NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA DEIARTMENT OF HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY" (February, 2022 to October, 2023) |
| 8 | Course Coordinator, "DEPT OF HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA" (October, 2022 to September, 2023) |
| 9 | Ag. Head of Lab., "DEPT OF HUMAN BIOCHEMISTRY, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY AWKA" (January, 2019 to April, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Unizik Microbiome Research Unit" (member since 2024), http:/naumicrobiome.org |
| 2 | Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)" - SS-2992 (member since 2021), https://unizik.edu.ng/academic staff |
| 3 | Full Member, "NAU GENOMICS AND BIOINFORMATICS" (member since 2019), https://ngbc.unizik.edu.ng |
| 4 | Full Member, "Association of Clinical Chemists of Nigeria (ACCN)" (member since 2018), https://accn.org |
| 5 | Full Member, "African Federation of Clinical Chemistry (AFCC)" (member since 2018), https://uia.org |
| 6 | Full Member, "International Federation of Clinical Chemistry (IFCC)" (member since 2016), https://ifcc.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "IFCC Worldlab 2024", (International Federation of Clinical Chemistry), 26th May, 2024 to 30th May, 2024; Dubai |
| 2 | "8th Biennial Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting: Challenges of Contemporary Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine Practice in Nigeria", (Association oc Clinical Chemists of Nigeria ACCN)), 18th October, 2023 to 21st October, 2023; Abuja |
| 3 | "WORLDLAB-EUROMEDLAB Roma 21-25 May 2023", (International Federation of Clinical Chemistry), 21st May, 2023 to 25th May, 2023; Roma, Italy |
| Webinars | |
| 1 | "2024 World Microbiome Day", (Unizik Microbiome Research Unit), 20th June, 2024 to 27th June, 2024; zoom |
| 2 | "Evidence-based Laboratory Medicine", (International Federation of Clinical Chemistry), 8th September, 2021 to 8th September, 2021; Europe |
| 3 | "Meterology and Clinical Laboratory", (International Federation of Clinical Chemistry), Europe |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Critical Role Of Clinical Laboratories In The COVID-19 Pandemic", (International Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine, ifcc), 15th February, 2021 to 17th February, 2021; Virtual |
| 2 | "7TH SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE OF ASSOCIATION OF CLINICAL CHEMISTS OF NIGERIA AND African Federation Of Clinical Chemistry On EVIDENCE BASED CLINICAL & LABORATORY DIAGNOSIS: EFFECTIVE USE OF NOVEL BIOMAKERS AND CHALLENGES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES", (ASSOCIATION OF CLINICAL CHEMISTS OF NIGERIA AND african federation of clinical chemistry), 17th October, 2018 to 20th October, 2018; Awka |