Dr. Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani
Dr. Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani is a SENIOR LECTURER in POLYMER AND TEXTILE ENGINEERING Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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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, Imo State.. (Doctor of Philosophy, August, 2015) January, 2011 to June, 2015 Ph.D Polymer And Textile Engineering |
| 2 | Federal University Of Technology Owerri, Imo State.. (Master Degree, July, 2010) March, 2008 to June, 2010 M.Eng Polymer And Textile Engineering |
| 3 | Federal University Of Technology Owerri, Imo State.. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2006) October, 2000 to October, 2005 B.Eng Polymer And Textile Engineering |
| 4 | Giant Step International Secondary School Aba, Abia State.. (SSCE, June, 2000) September, 1994 to June, 2000 SSCE Secondary School Education |
| 5 | Giant Step International Secondary School Aba, Abia State.. (NECO, June, 2000) September, 1994 to June, 2000 NECO Secondary School Education |
| 6 | Constitution Crescent Primary School Aba, Abia State. (FSLC, July, 1994) September, 1988 to June, 1994 FSLC First School Leaving Certificate |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Head of Department, Polymer and Textile Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Anambra State January, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Senior Lecturer, Department of Polymer and Textile Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Anambra State October, 2022 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer 1, Department of Polymer and Textile Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State February, 2019 to October, 2022 |
| 4 | Senior Inspector of Programs, National Directorate Of Employment (NDE), Anambra State Branch January, 2017 to January, 2019 |
| 5 | Inspector of Programs I, National Directorate Of Employment (NDE), Anambra State Branch January, 2014 to January, 2017 |
| 6 | Inspector of Programs II, National Directorate Of Employment (NDE), Anambra State Branch January, 2011 to January, 2014 |
| 7 | Production Manager, Plasticote Industry Nigeria November, 2007 to May, 2010 |
| 8 | Industrial Attachment Position, Tonimas Nigeria Limited KM5 Aba-Enugu Expressway, Aba, Abia State March, 2004 to October, 2004 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Idumah, C. I., Ezeani, O. E., Okonkwo, U.C., Nwuzor, I. C and Odera, S. R.. (2023, April), "Novel trends in MXene/conducting polymeric hybrid nanoclusters.", Journal of cluster science, Vol. 34, (Issue 1), pp 45-76 |
| 2 | Idumah, C. I,, and Obumneme, E, E. (2023, May), "Novel trends in phosphorene and phosporene@polymeric nanoarchitectures and applications.", Emergent materials, pp 1-22 |
| 3 | Okonkwo, U.C., Idumah C. I., Okafor, C. E and Ezeani, E. O. (2023, June), "Construction of radiation attenuating polymeric nanoarchtitectures and multifaceted applications: A review.", Polymer-plastics technology and materials., pp 1-23 |
| 4 | Idumah, C. I., Odera, S. R, .Ezeani, O. E., Low, J.H, Tanjung, F. A, Damiri, F., andLuing, W.S. (2023, July), "Construction, characterization, properties and multifunctional applications of stimuli-responsive shape memory, polymeric, nanoarchitectures: A review.", Polymer-plastics technology and materials., Vol. 62, (Issue 10), pp 1247-1272 |
| 5 | Idumah, C. I, Low, J, H., and Emmanuel E, O. (2022, December), "Recently emerging trends in xerogel polymeric nanoarchitectures and multifunctional applications.", Polymer Bulletin, pp 1-31 |
| 6 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Ohoke Francis Okemini, Ikelle Ikelle Issie. (2022, November), "Effect of Nanoclay on Combustion, Mechanical and Morphological Properties of Recycled High Density Polyethylene/Organomodified Montmorillonite/Marula Seed Cake Nanocomposites", Polymer Bulletin https://doi.org/10.1007/s00289-022-04574-8 |
| 7 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Samuel Chukwuma Nwobi, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Timothy Ukeme James. (2022, November), "Evaluation of water absorption, thickness swelling, and diffusion coefficient of natural fiber / Epoxy biocomposites for Application in Aquatic Environment. (Accepted for Publication)", IOSR - Journal of Polymer and Textile Engineering |
| 8 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Timothy Ukeme James. (2022, November), "Effect of Immersion Temperature on chemical modification of fluted Pumpkin Fiber Reinforced Polyester Composite. (Accepted for Publication)", IOSR - Journal of Polymer and Textile Engineering |
| 9 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Timothy Ukeme James. (2022, July), "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 4), pp 46 - 54 |
| 10 | Anselm Ogah Ogah, Obumneme Emmanuel Ezeani, Samuel Chukwuma Nwobi, Ikelle Issie Ikelle. (2022, July), "Physical and Mechanical Properties of Agro-Waste Filled Recycled High Density Polyethylene Biocomposites", South Asian Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 55 - 62 |
| 11 | Nwuzor, I.C, Okolie, P.C, Ezeani, O.E., Nwanonenyi S.C. (2022, July), "Production of Epoxidized Cardanol-Based Vinyl Ester Resins with Cinnamic acid for eco-friendly coating materials.", Emergent Materials |
| 12 | Christopher Igwe Idumah, OE Ezeani, UC Okonkwo, IC Nwuzor, SR Odera. (2022, February), "Novel Trends in MXene/Conducting Polymeric Hybrid Nanoclusters.", Journal of Cluster Science, pp 1 -32 |
| 13 | Christopher igwe Idumah, Emmanuel Obumneme Ezeani, Chizoba May Obele, Anthony Chidi Ezika,. (2021, February), "Natural Plant Fiber Polymer Biocomposites And Its Application.", Encyclopedia of Polymers, Polymeric Material and Polymer Technolgy. |
| 14 | Christopher Igwe Idumah, Emmanuel O. Ezeani, Anthony Chidi Chika, Ukeme James Timothy. (2021, December), "Recent advancements in flame retardancy of MXene polymer nanoarchitectures.", Safety in Extreme Environments, Vol. 3, pp 253-273 |
| 15 | , Iheoma Chukwujike Nwuzor, Christopher Igwe Idumah, Simeon Chkwudozie Nwanonenyi, , Ezeani Obumneme Emmanuel. (2021, April), "Emerging Trends In Self-polishing Anti-fouling Coatings For Marine Environment", Safety in Extreme Environments, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 9 - 25 |
| 16 | I. O Arukalam, Edith. Y. Ishidi, Henry. C. Obasi, Izuchukwu Madu, Ezeani Obumneme Emmanuel, Macauly. M Owen. (2020, March), "Exploitation Of Natural Gum Exudates As Green Fillers In Self-healing Corrosion-resistant Epoxy Coatings", Journal of Polymer Research, Vol. 27, (Issue 3), pp 1 - 12 |
| 17 | Christopher Igwe Idumah, Chizoba Obele, Ezeani Obymneme Emmanuel. (2020, August), "Understanding Interfacial Dispersions In Ecobenign Polymer Nano-biocomposites", Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials, Vol. 60, (Issue 3), pp 1-20 |
| 18 | Simeon Chukwudozie Nwanonenyi, Ezeani Obumneme Emmanuel, Chizoba Obele, C. V. Arinze, Chidiebere Arinzechukwu Maduabuchi, Emeka Emmanuel Oguzie. (2020, October), "Protection Of Carbon Steel Surface In Extreme Environment Using Polymer Mixture: Effects Of Time, Inhibitor Concentration, Mixing Ratio And Synergy", Safety in Extreme Environment, Vol. 2, (Issue 70) |
| 19 | Christopher Igwe Idumah, Chizoba Obele, Ezeani Obumneme Emmanuel, Azman Hassan. (2020, October), "Recently Emerging Nanotechnological Advancements In Polymer Nanocomposite Coatings For Anti-corrosion, Anti-fouling And Self-healing", Journal of Surfaces and Interfaces of Materials |
| 20 | Christopher Igwe Idumah, Ezeani Obumneme Emmanuel, Iheoma Chukwujike Nwuzor. (2020, December), "A Review: Advancements In Conductive Polymers Nanocomposites", Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials, Vol. 60, (Issue 6), pp 1-28 |
| 21 | O. E. Ezeani, I. O. Igwe, G. N Onyeagoro. (2017, January), "The Effect Of Benzophenone Photo-Initiator On Some Mechanical Properties Of Photo-Oxidized Polypropylene / Thermoplastic Starch Blends", The International Journal Of Engineering And Science, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 43-51 |
| 22 | Isaac Ogbonnaya Igwe, Ezeani Obumneme Emmanuel. (2012, January), "Studies On The Transport Of Aromatic Solvents Through Filled Natural Rubber", International Journal of Polymer Science 2012 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Editorships | |
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| 1 | Editor, "Composite Materials" (March, 2022) |
| 2 | Editor, "Journal of Inventive Engineering and Technology (JIET)" (October, 2018) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Material Science Research India" (November, 2022) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Evaluation of Mechanical and Thermal Behaviour of Hybrid Mangifera Indica/Irvingia Wombolu Shells Particulates Reinforced Epoxy Biocomposite." (January, 2021 to August, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| Accreditation Panel Memberships | |
| 1 | Member, "FEG Accreditation Committee" (March, 2021) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | National Interviewer, "Nigerian Society of Engineers National Headquarter" (July, 2022) |
| 2 | Appointment as a PG Supervisor, "College of Postgraduate Studies" (June, 2021) |
| 3 | Member FEG Business Venture Committee, "Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (July, 2021) |
| 4 | Technical Secretary, "Institute of Polymer Engineers (IPE) Awka Chapter." (March, 2021) |
| 5 | Education Secretary, "The Salvation Army Anambra State Primary and Post-Primary School Education Board" (June, 2021) |
| 6 | Committee Member 2021 AGM / Conference Committee, "Institute of Polymer Engineers National" (May, 2021 to December, 2021) |
| 7 | Committee Member, "FEG Accreditation Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (March, 2021) |
| 8 | Member, "Finance and general purpose committee, Nigeria Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) National" (September, 2019) |
| 9 | Member, "Conference and AGM planning committee, Nigeria Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) National. 2019 - Date" (September, 2019) |
| 10 | Departmental SIWES Cordinator, "Polymer Engineering Department" (May, 2019) |
| 11 | Departmental Exhibition Officer, "Polymer Engineering Department" (May, 2019) |
| 12 | 500L Course Adviser, "Polymer Engineering Department" (December, 2019) |
| 13 | Chairman, "Polymer Engineering Department Curriculum Review Committee" (November, 2019) |
| 14 | Vice President, "City Sports Club Amawbia/Awka" (October, 2018 to October, 2020) |
| 15 | Chairman, "Nigeria Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) Anambra State Chapter" (August, 2018 to September, 2022) |
| 16 | Exco Member, "Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) Awka Branch" (August, 2018) |
| 17 | Vice Chairman, "Institute of Safety Professional of Nigeria (ISPON) Anambra State Chapter" (April, 2014 to April, 2018) |
| 18 | Secretary, "City Sports Club Amawbia/Awka" (October, 2012 to October, 2016) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Professional Member, "Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE)" - R 0181 (member since 2018), https://www.nisafetye.com |
| 2 | Professional Member, "Institute of Polymer Engineers (IPE)" (member since 2018), https://www.ipe.org.ng |
| 3 | Professional Member, "Council for the Regulationof Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)" - R 24044 (member since 2012), https://www.coren.gov.ng |
| 4 | Professional Member, "Polymer Institute of Nigeria (PIN)" (member since 2011), https://polymerinstitute.org.ng |
| 5 | Professional Member, "Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)" - R 25121 (member since 2011), https://www.nse.org.ng |
| 6 | Full Member, "City Sports Club Amawbia / Awka" (member since 2011), https://www.citysportsclub.org |
| 7 | Graduate Member, "Nigerian Institution of Management (Chartered)" - R 104265 (member since 2008), https://nim.ng |
| 8 | Professional Member, "Institute of Safety Professional of Nigeria (ISPON)" - R 3625 (member since 2008), https://www.isponnigeria.org |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conference | |
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| 1 | "COREN 30th Engineering Assembly with the theme "Domestication and Development of Codes, Standard, and Regulations as a Panacea for Engineering Infrastructure Failures in Nigeria".", (COREN), 8th August, 2022 to 10th August, 2022; International Conference Centre, Abuja |
| Workshop | |
| 1 | "World day for health and safety at workplace workshop 2022 with the theme ‘To build a positive safety and health culture: Let’s act together’", (Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers Anambra State Chapter), 28th April, 2022 to 28th April, 2022; Gelly;s Garden Aroma Awka, Anambra State |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Nigeria Society Of Engineers Awka Branch, 9th Annual Workshop And Induction, “A Case For Standardization Of Measurements In Engineering Processes”", (The Nigeria Society of Engineers Awka branch), 11th October, 2019 to 11th October, 2019; Parktonian Hotel Awka |
| 2 | "Nigeria Society Of Engineers Awka Branch, Public Lecture And Annual Dinner Night, And Induction, “Anambra State Our Dream: The Role Of The Engineers”", (The Nigeria Society of Engineers Awka branch), 31st October, 2015 to 31st October, 2015; King David Hotel Awka |
| 3 | "The Nigeria Society Of Engineers, World Engineering Conference On Sustainable Infrastructure In Africa. ‘ Development Of Sustainable Infrastructure In Africa’", (The Nigeria Society of Engineers), 7th October, 2014 to 7th October, 2014; International Conference Center, Abuja, Nigeria |
| 4 | "Council For The Regulation Of Engineering In Nigeria (COREN) 23rd Engineering Assembly, ‘ Commercialiazing Engineering: An Imperative For National Development’", (Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)), 18th August, 2014 to 20th August, 2014; International Conference Center, Abuja, Nigeria |
| 5 | "The Nigeria Society Of Engineers, National Engineering Conference And Annual General Meeting, ‘Effective Transportation System In Nigeria’", (The Nigeria Society of Engineers), 5th December, 2011 to 9th December, 2011; Tinapa Business Resort, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria |
| 6 | "Polymer Institute Of Nigeria, 22nd Annual Technical Conference, ‘Repositioning The Nigerian Polymer Industry For Sustainable Development'", (Polymer Institute of Nigeria), 26th October, 2011 to 29th October, 2011; Top Rank Hotel, Enugu |
| 7 | "The Nigeria Society Of Engineers Awka Branch, ‘ Engineering Solutions To Environmental Problems’, Annual Lecture / Workshop", (The Nigeria Society of Engineers Awka branch), 21st October, 2011 to 22nd October, 2011; Awka |