Mrs. Chika Ukamaka Obiora
Mrs. Chika Ukamaka Obiora is a LECTURER II in FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Agriculture in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Mrs. Chika Ukamaka Obiora-Aghara is a Lecturer II in the Department of Food Science and Technology. She obtained her Bachelor's degree (BSc.) in Food Science and Technology at Abia State University and Master's Degree (MSc.) in Food Processing and Storage Technology at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State. She has an interest in food processing, product development, Data analysis, and modeling. She also took online courses to obtain international course certificate in Academic Literacy by Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology on Coursera, Experimental Dbesign Bascis, Factorial and fractional factorial design, Response surface, Mixtures and Model Building by Arizona State University USA on Coursera. She loves travelling and swimming
Personal Information
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Address: | Food Science And Technology, Faculty Of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master Degree, October, 2019) February, 2017 to October, 2019 MSc. Food Processing And Storage Technology |
| 2 | Abia State University Uturu. (Bachelor Degree, September, 2013) September, 2008 to September, 2013 BSc. Food Science And Technology |
| 3 | Loretto Special Science School Adazi-Nnukwu. (NECO, June, 2007) September, 2004 to June, 2007 NECO SSCE |
| 4 | Oganiru Primary School Uga. (FSLC, February, 2003) September, 1995 to July, 2001 FSLC FSLC |
| Other / Relevant Certificates | |
| 1 | Moscow Institute Of Physics And Technology (February, 2021) January, 2021 to February, 2021 Online Course Through Cousera Academic Literacy |
| 2 | Arizona State University, USA (February, 2021) January, 2021 to February, 2021 Online Course Through Cousera Response Surface, Mixtures And Model Building |
| 3 | Arizona State University, USA (January, 2021) December, 2020 to January, 2021 Online Course Through Cousera Factorial And Fractional Factorial Design |
| 4 | Arizona State University, USA (January, 2021) December, 2019 to January, 2021 Online Course Through Cousera Experimental Design Basics |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka November, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Laboratory Technologist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State May, 2017 to November, 2021 |
| 3 | Food and Nutrition Coordinator (Corps Member), National Youth Service Corps Member Akokwa, Imo State, Nigeria (NYSC) October, 2015 to October, 2016 |
| 4 | SIWES, Exalted Foods And Beverage Company Nteje Anambra State July, 2012 to December, 2012 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ezegbe C. C, Obiora C. U., Ohuche J. C., Orjiakor S.N., Ezemonye D. C. .. (2024, September), "Physicochemical and Sensory Evaluation of Biscuits from blends of Wheat, Sprouted Mung Bean and Tiger Nut Residue flours", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 42, (Issue 1), pp 22-40 |
| 2 | Obiora , C. U., Ezeh , M. C., George, C. I., Orjiakor , S. N., Anigbogu , C. B., Nwabude , C. G., and Omologbe , F.. (2023, September), "The Impacts of Inflation on Food Security in Nigeria. A Review", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition |
| 3 | George , I. C., Igwe , E. C., Obiora , C. U., Omologbe , F., Igwe , P. N., and Ubaka , I.. (2023, September), "Chemical Composition and Sensory Properties of Wheat, African Yam Bean and Tiger Nut Residue Composite Flour Cookies.", Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition,, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 536-545 |
| 4 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Chika U. Obiora, Jennifer N. Onwuemeri, Nkemakolam M. Anene, Paige N. Igwe and Chioke A. Okolo. (2023, March), "Nutritional, Phytochemical and Sensory Properties of Herbal Tea: Cymbopogon citratus, Moringa oleifera and Zingiber officinale", Journal of Advances in Food Science and Technology, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 1-14 |
| 5 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Tochukwu V. Balogu, Nwakaego L. Iroagba, Chigozie F. Okoyeuzu, Chika U. Obiora, Dennis O. Balogu and Helen O. Agu. (2023, March), "Food Security in Emerging Global Situations- Functional Foods and Food Biotechnology Approaches: A Review", Journal of Advances in Food Science and Technology, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 46-74 |
| 6 | Theophilus M. Ikegwu, Chika U. Obiora, Joy C. Mba, Eunice N. Odo, Nkemakolam M. Anene. (2022, May), "Effect of Thermal Processing Conditions on the Physicochemical and Moisture-Sorption Characteristics of Two Cocoyam (Colocasia esculenta) Varieties", ScienceDomain International, Vol. 21, (Issue 07), pp 35-52 |
| 7 | S. N. Orjiakor, L. C. Okpala, C. U. Obiora, S. O. Okocha, and E. N. Odoh. (2022, October), "Optimization of Process Conditions (Blanching Time and Temperature) on the Beta Carotene Content of Diced Orange Flesh Sweet Potato", ScienceDomain International, Vol. 21, (Issue 11), pp 29-37 |
| 8 | E. C. Udeagha, C. N. Ishiwu, C. U. Obiora and J. O. Iwouno. (2020, May), "Effects Of Yeast Concentration And Total Soluble Solids On The Quality Of Wine Produced From Pineapple", ScienceDomain International, Vol. 39, (Issue 30), pp 28-42 |
| 9 | C. U. Obiora, E. C. Igwe, E. C. Udeagha, S. N. Orjiakor and C.S. Anarado. (2020, October), "Production And Quality Evaluation Of Yogurts From Composites Of Powdered Cow Milk, Soy Milk And Cornstarch", European Journal of Nutrition and Safety, Vol. 12, (Issue 10), pp 54-57 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Obiora, C. U., Obiora, U. B., Anene, N. M., Mmuoh, C. S.. (2024, March), "The Influence of Soil Health on Food Security and Nutrition: A Review", |
| 2 | Obiora, C. U., Eze M. G., Ubaka, I. T., Dunuson, E. J., Meheobi, V. I. , Orjiakor, S. N.. (2024, March), "Effects of Local Stabilizers (Achi, Ofor, And Cocoyam) on the Physicochemical, Sensory and Microbiological Properties of Yoghurt", |
| 3 | Obiora , C. U., Orjiakor , S. N., Mmuoh, C. S., Nwabude , C. G., and Anigbogu , C. B.. (2023, October), "Exploring the Sugar Alcohols and their Health Benefits. A review", , pp 693–697. |
| 4 | Mmuoh C. S., Ugoh, C. I., Ezegbe, C. C., Obiora, C. U., Anene N. M., and Igwe, N. P.. (2023, March), "Determination of Heavy Metals and Microbial Contamination of Frozen Mackerel (Scomber scrombrus) sold in Eke-Awka Market, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria", , pp 202-206 |
| 5 | Chika U. Obiora, Ernest C. Igwe. (2018, June), "Health Benefits Of Cucumber", Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), pp 136- 137 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Ward Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission" (March, 2023 to March, 2023) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Other Events | |
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| 1 | "• General Training Workshop On Laboratory Administration, Quality Management, Good Laboratory Practice And Safety", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 25th November, 2019 to 26th November, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria |
| 2 | "4th Nigerian Institute Of Food Science And Technology (NIFST) Regional Summit, East Central Chapter", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST)), 6th June, 2018 to 7th June, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria |