Dr. Ugwumba Chijioke Isaac
Dr. Ugwumba Chijioke Isaac is a SENIOR LECTURER in ANIMAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Agriculture in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. U. C. Isaac is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Animal Science and Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. He holds a Ph.D degree in Animal Breeding and Genetics amongst other degrees and certifications. He is a seasoned academic and researcher. He has several scholarly publications including papers, most of which are visible on Google Scholar using the link:
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=XnUvd0IAAAAJ&hl=en
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Address: | Animal Science And Technology, Faculty Of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | ANIMAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | MICHAEL OKPARA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, UMUDIKE. (Doctor of Philosophy, August, 2018) December, 2008 to May, 2017 Ph.D ANIMAL BREEDING AND GENETICS |
| 2 | MICHAEL OKPARA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, UMUDIKE. (Master Degree, November, 2008) November, 2005 to August, 2008 M.Sc ANIMAL BREEDING AND GENETICS |
| 3 | MICHAEL OKPARA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, UMUDIKE. (Bachelor Degree, January, 2005) October, 1999 to December, 2004 B. Agric. Animal Production Animal Production |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Head of Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2020 to Present |
| 3 | Examination Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2019 to January, 2021 |
| 4 | Examination Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka October, 2019 to December, 2021 |
| 5 | Lecturer I, Abia State University, Uturu October, 2017 to September, 2020 |
| 6 | Lecturer II, Abia State University, Uturu October, 2014 to September, 2017 |
| 7 | Result Reconcilation and Transcript Officer, Department of Animal Science and Fesheries, Abia State University, Uturu August, 2011 to August, 2019 |
| 8 | Assistant Lecturer, Abia State University, Uturu August, 2011 to September, 2014 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | U. C. Isaac, A. A. Adeolu, H. O. Ukwu, C. A. Nwankwo, O. M. Obike, S. N. Ibe. (2023, June) Estimating heritability of semen quality traits in crossbred chickens. In: Frontiers on recent developments in poultry science World Science and Research Publishing, pp 31-51 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Isaac, U. C., Ejivade, O. M., Ezea, J. and Nosike, R. J.. (2023, July), "Allometric growth models for improvement of size and conformation in crossbred chickens", Acta Scientific Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 5, (Issue 8), pp 78-84 |
| 2 | U. C. Isaac, A. I. Adeolu. (2023, April), "Linear models for Predicting body weight in crossbred chickens", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, Vol. 8, (Issue 4), pp 62-70 |
| 3 | U. C. Isaac, R. J. Nosike, J. Ezea, H. C. Ezejesi, B. N. Ezenyilimba, S. N. Ibe. (2023, March), "Heritabikity of body weight and linear body measurements of Isa Brown x local chicken genotypes", International Journal of Agriculture, Environment and Bioresearch, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 90– 102 |
| 4 | U. C. Isaac, J. O. Oriaku. (2023, March), "Genotype × feeding regime interaction: influence on body measurements and growth rates of weaned rabbits", Malaysian Animal Husbandry Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 39-45 |
| 5 | I. F. Okonkwo, I. G. Igwe, J. C. Okonkwo, C. A. Nwankwo, U. C. Isaac. (2022, May), "A study on beta-carotene contents of egg yolk in relation to storage duration, temperature and its correction with some egg quality traits", International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research, Vol. 8, (Issue 5), pp 1-5 |
| 6 | O. M. Obike, E. I. Chijioke, K. I. Akinsola, O. C. Ezimoha, U. C. Isaac, U. K. Oke. (2022, October), "Growth performance and carcass characteristics of F1 progenies of local x exotic chicken crosses", Nigerian Journal of Animal Science, Vol. 24, (Issue 2), pp 18-29 |
| 7 | U. C. Isaac, C. A. Igbokwe, N. J. Okafor, C. F. Aniemena, J. C. Albert, B. C.Nwachukwu. (2022, September), "Repeatability of growth traits in three strains of broiler chicken", Malaysian Animal Husbandry Journal, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 29-33 |
| 8 | U. C. Isaac, E. U. Kaku, J. O. Oriaku, M. C. Ogwuegbu, J. Ezea, O. M. Obike. (2022, June), "Effects of genotype and quantitative feed restriction on the post-weaning growth traits of rabbits", Contemporary Agriculture. Serbian Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Vol. 71, pp 1-8 |
| 9 | Ukwu, H. O., Ibe, S.N., Nwachukwu, E. N., Audu, M. O., Isaac, U. C., Obike, O. M.. (2021, June), "Polymorphism Of TLR7 Gene In The Nigerian Indigenous Chickens And Isa Brown Commercial Layer Chicken", IOSR JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY (IOSR-JBB), Vol. 7, (Issue 3), pp 32-37 |
| 10 | Okonkwo, I. F.; S. C. Nwosu; C. A. Nwankwo; U. C. Isaac; E. C Okafor; J. C. Okonkwo. (2021, December), "Effect of processing methods of kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) on carcass, quality, organ weight and organoleptic properties of Broiler", International Journal of engineering it very, Vol. 7, (Issue 9), pp 1-9 |
| 11 | U. C. Isaac, A. I. Adeolu, H. O. Ukwu, C. A. Nwankwo, O. M. Obike, S. N. Ibe. (2021, October), "Heritability of semen quality traits of crossbred Isa Brown and Nigerian indigenous cocks", Global Journal of Animal Scientific Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 65-81 |
| 12 | Udoh, U.H., Isaac, U.C.. (2020, July), "Phenotypic Correlations Between Body Weight And Morphometric Traits In Progeny Of Muturu Cattle", International Journal of Agriculture and Bioscience, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 134-140 |
| 13 | Udoh, U.H., Ukana, U. M., Isaac, U.C.. (2020, November), "Repeatability Estimates Of External And Internal Egg Quality Traits In Japanese Quail.", Nigerian Journal of Animal Science, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 19-26 |
| 14 | Isaac, U.C., Obike, O. M.. (2020, July), "Phenotypic Correlations Between Body Weight And Egg Production Traits Of Local Chicken Genotypes In Humid Tropical Rain Forest Of Umudike", International Journal of Agriculture and Bioscience, Vol. 9, (Issue 3), pp 128-133 |
| 15 | Nosike, R. J., Nwakpu, O. F., Nwose, R. N., Isaac, U. C., Akinsola, K. L., Nwachukwu, C. C., Nathaniel, J., Nwaokoro, C. C., Onunkwo, D. N.. (2020, June), "Characterization Of Indigenous Cattle Genotypes Based On Blood Parameters In The Humid Tropics", Animal Science Association of Nigeria, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 60-67 |
| 16 | Nwakpu, O. F., Nosike, R. J., Nwose, R. N., Isaac, U. C., Akinsola, K. L., Nwachukwu, C. C., Egbuedo, U. C., Onunkwo, D. N.. (2020, April), "Phenotypic Correlations Between Quantitative Traits And Biologic Markers In Nigerian Indigenous Cattle Genotypes And Establishment Of Marker Bank For Marker Assisted Selection", Nigerian Society for Animal Production, Vol. 47, (Issue 3), pp 22-27 |
| 17 | Nosike, R. J., Nwakpu, O. F., Isaac, U. C., Akinsola, K. L., Nwose, R. N., Onunkwo, D. N.. (2020, April), "Characterization Of Indigenous Cattle Genotypes Based On Linear Body Traits In The Humid Tropics", Nigerian Society for Animal Production, Vol. 47, (Issue 1), pp 41-46 |
| 18 | Nwakpu, O. F., Nosike, R. J., Isaac, U. C., Nwose, R. N., Nwachukwu, C. C., Egbuedo, U. C., Nwaokoro, C. C., Nathaniel, J., Akinsola, K. L., Onunk. (2020, August), "Regression Equation For Selected Growth Traits Prediction In Nigerian Indigenous Cattle (NIC) Genotype", Animal Science Association of Nigeria, Vol. 22, (Issue 2), pp 1-6 |
| 19 | Isaac, U. C.. (2020, December), "Phenotypic, Genetic And Environmental Corrections Between Body Weight And Linear Body Traits Of Chicken Genotypes", Agro Biological Records, Vol. 4, pp 32-43 |
| 20 | Isaac, U.C., Udoh, U. H., Nosike, R. J.. (2019, March), "Effect Of Genotype On Semen Quality Traits Of Main And Reciprocal Crossbred Chickens", Nigerian Society for Animal Production, Vol. 46, (Issue 2), pp 32-39 |
| 21 | Obike, O. M., Obasi, E.N. Nosike, R. J., Isaac, U. C. Adawo, E. M., Oke, U. K.. (2019, June), "Estimation Of Body Weight From Morphometric Traits In Three Chicken Strains Using Linear And Quadratic Models", School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, FUTO, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 4012-4018 |
| 22 | Obike, O. M., Obi, O. C., Ezimoha, C. O. Obasi, E. N., Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Ogbuagu, K. P., Oke, U. K.,. (2019, May), "Association Between Body Weight, Linear And Carcass Traits Of Three Broiler Strains", FUW Journal of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 188-196 |
| 23 | Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Udoh, U. H.. (2019, March), "Growth Rates Of Main And Reciprocal Crosses Of Isa Brown And Local Chickens", Nigerian Society for Animal Production, Vol. 46, (Issue 2), pp 1-7 |
| 24 | Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Udoh, U. H., Obike, O. M., Ahamefule, G. O.. (2018, January), "Body Weight Prediction And Phenotypic Correlation With Linear Body Measurements In Two Strains Of Japanese Quail", School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, FUTO, Vol. 21, (Issue 1), pp 3547-3553 |
| 25 | Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Obike, O. M., Udoh, U. H.. (2018, January), "Comparative Evaluation Of Egg Production And Egg Quality Characteristics Of Panda White And Cinnamon Brown Strains Of Japanese Quail", School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, FUTO, Vol. 21, (Issue 1), pp 3534-3540 |
| 26 | Obike, O. M. Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Obasi, E. N., Obi, O. C., Ezimoh, C. O., Ogbuagu, K. P., Nwachukwu, E. N.. (2018, March), "Strain X Sex Effect On Production Indices Of Broiler Chickens Reared In The Humid Tropics", Animal Science Association of Nigeria, Vol. 20, (Issue 4), pp 338-346 |
| 27 | Obike, O. M., Isaac, U. C., Omo, P. A.. (2014, September), "Effect Of Age At Weaning On Growth Performance And Post-weaning Survival Rate Of Different Rabbit Genotypes In South-Eastern Agro-ecological Zone Of Nigeria", Global Journal of Animal Scientific Research, GJASR, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 390-395 |
| 28 | Kadurumba, O. E., Ibe, S. N., Okoro, V. M. O., Odoemelam, V. U., Ogbuewu, I. P., Nwaogwugwu, U. C.. (2014, February), "Body Weight As Discriminant Factor Among Three Breeds Of The Nigerian Local Chicken", Advances in Agriculture, Sciences and Engineering Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 1590-1594 |
| 29 | Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Udoh, U. H.,. (2014, October), "Use Of SPSS And GenStat Computer Software In Data Analysis In Agriculture", Faculty of Agriculture, Asaba Campus, Delta State University, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 97-110 |
| 30 | Udoh, U.H., Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Esiet, E. S.. (2012, July), "Egg Laying Characteristics Of Three (naked Neck, Normal And Frizzled Feathered) Nigerian Local Chickens", Journal of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Ecology, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 84-90 |
| 31 | Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Nwachukwu, E. N., Oke, U. K., Oguike, M. A.. (2009, September), "Evaluation Of Egg Quality Traits Of Local Chickens In Humid Tropical Environment Of Umudike, South-East, Nigeria", TAPAS Institute of Scientific Research and Development, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 183-188 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ebenebe, C. I., Iheukwumere, E. I., Ezenyilimba, B. N., Oyisi, M., Ekugba, C. U., Nwankwo, C. A., Ugwuowo, L. C., Isaac, U. C., Afomezie, P. I., Ogbu, O., Ikeogu, C. F.. (2024, March), "Nanotechnology in Livestock Production: A Review", FAIC-UNIZIK, pp 262-266 |
| 2 | U.C. Isaac, B. U. Okeke, C. B. Nwankwo. (2023, June), "Growth performance of Panda White and Cinnamon Brown strains of Japanese quail", NSAP, pp 1339-1343 |
| 3 | C. A. Nwankwo, V. O. Ihenebom, E. C. Okafor,, U. C. Isaac. (2023, April), "Effect of palm kernel cake on heamatology and serum biochemistry of different Nigerian breeds of cattle grazed in Awka, Southeast Nigeria", NOAN, pp 14 |
| 4 | Isaac, U. C., Nwankwo, C. A., Nosike, R. J. Okonkwo, J. C. and Ibe, S. N.. (2022, March), "Application of stepwise regression analysis in body weight prediction of crossbred chickens", NSAP, pp 94-98 |
| 5 | Ukwu, H. O., Ibe, S.N., Nwachukwu, E. N., Nosike, R. J., Isaac, U. C., Obike, O. M., Audu, M. O.. (2021, March), "Expression Profile Of TLR7 Gene In Lymphoid Tissues Of The Nigerian Indigenous And Isa Brown Commercial Layer Chickens", Nigerian Society for Animal Production, pp 800-803 |
| 6 | Isaac, U. C., Ibe, S.N., Okonkwo, J. C.. (2020, November), "Effect Of Genotype On Egg Production Traits Of Main And Reciprocal Crossbred Isa Brown And Local Chickens", Animal Science Association of Nigeria, pp 11-14 |
| 7 | Nwaogwugwu, U. C., Oke, U. K., Nwachukwu, E. N.. (2009, September), "Egg Production Characteristics Of Pure And Crossbred Local Chickens In Humid Tropical Environment", , pp 27-29 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Variants of bone morphogenetic protein receptor 1b gene in West African Dwarf Goat" (2023). Ongoing Masters project by Aniecheonwu, Augustine Elochukwu 2021816001FA |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "INNOVATOR'S OF TOMORROW GRANT (IOT)" (November, 2010 to November, 2011). Completed sponsored grant by SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION POST-BASIC (STEP-B) PROJECT OF THE FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Acta Scientific Veterinary Sciences Journal" (March, 2023) |
| 2 | Editor, "Tropical Agroecosystems" (August, 2022) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Livestock farming in the Drâa-Tafilalet region of Morocco. II. Breeding Practices and Selection Criteria" (September, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Gastrointestinal parasites of feral pigeon (Columba livia Gmelin, 1789) at two temples of Kathmandu valley" (December, 2022) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Sequential effects of experimental Newcastle disease virus on performance and severity of clinical manifestation of the disease in three indigenous Nigerian genotypes of chickens" (November, 2022) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Genetic evaluation of heat stress effects on milk yield and milk composition traits of Holstein-Friesan cows in Kano State, Nigeria" (April, 2021) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "M.Sc Thesis proposal" (October, 2021 to October, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "M.Sc Internal Defence" (November, 2021 to November, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Committee to investigate why the CPGS suspended the PG programme in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension" (April, 2023 to May, 2023) |
| 2 | Chairman, Conference Communique Team, "Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2023 to March, 2023) |
| 3 | Member, Business Generation/Exhibition, "Faculty of AgricultureNnamdiAzikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2023 to March, 2023) |
| 4 | Member, Department of Animal Science and Technology, "Quality Assurance Departmental Sub-committee" (July, 2021) |
| 5 | Member, TCE-BEATS committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2021 to April, 2021) |
| 6 | Trainer of trainees, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (July, 2021 to July, 2021) |
| 7 | Result Reconciliation and Transcript Preparation Officer, "Department of Animal Science and Fesheries, Abia State University, Uturu" (August, 2011 to August, 2019) |
| 8 | Contract Staff Trainer on SPSS Software, "AfriHUB MOUAU" (October, 2010) |
| 9 | Community Facilitator in FADAMA III Project, World Bank Assisted, "Ministry of Agriculture, Abia State" (August, 2008) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "NIGERIAN SOCIETY FOR ANIMAL PRODUCTION" (member since 2013), http://www.nsap.ng/ |
| 2 | Professional Member, "NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF ANIMAL SCIENCE, NIAS" - NIAS/RAS/01140 (member since 2012), http://www.nias.gov.ng/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "Animal Science Association of Nigeria" (member since 2012), https://www.asan.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Animal Agriculture:A sustainable path to national food security and economic recovery. 48th annual conference of the Nigerian Society for Animal Production", (Nigerian Society for Animal Production (NSAP)), 18th June, 2023 to 22nd June, 2023; Zoom |
| 2 | "Enhancing Organic and Regenerative Agriculture Business in Nigeria", (NOAN), 27th April, 2023 to 28th April, 2023; Physical |
| 3 | "Sustainable Agriculture, Nature Conservation and Climate Change Response", (Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 22nd March, 2023 to 24th March, 2023; Physical |
| 4 | "Innovation in Science and Technology for Attainment of Sustainable Development Goals in Nigeria", (Nigerian Academy of Science), 24th January, 2023 to 25th January, 2023; Zoom |
| 5 | "Securing Animal Agriculture Amidst Global Challenges", (Nigerian Society for Animal Production (NSAP)), 13th March, 2022 to 17th March, 2022; Jos |
| 6 | "9th ASAN-NIAS Joint Annual Meeting (JAM) & 25th Annual Conference", (Animal Science Association and Nigerian Institute Animal Science (ASAN-NIAS)), 15th November, 2020 to 18th November, 2020; Abuja |
| 7 | "4th ASAN-NIAS JAM & 20th Annual Conference", (Animal Science Association and Nigerian Institute Animal Science (ASAN-NIAS)), 6th September, 2015 to 10th September, 2015; University of Ibadan |
| 8 | "38th Annual Conference And 40th Anniversary Of NSAP,", (Nigerian Society for Animal Production (NSAP)), 17th March, 2013 to 20th March, 2013; RUST, Port Harcourt |
| 9 | "First ASAN-NISAS C", (Animal Science Association and Nigerian Institute Animal Science (ASAN-NIAS)), 9th September, 2012 to 13th September, 2012; Abuja |
| 10 | "34th Annual Conference Of The NSAP", (Nigerian Society for Animal Production (NSAP)), 15th March, 2009 to 18th March, 2009; Uni Uyo |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Quality Assurance: An index of Academic Exceptionalism", (Faculty of Agriculture, Unizik), 18th October, 2023 to 18th October, 2023; Physical |
| 2 | "Laboratory Animal Handling", (Animal Research Ethics Committee (AREC), NAU), 17th March, 2023 to 18th March, 2023; Physical |
| 3 | "Grant Writing Skill Acquisition", (Faculty of Agriculture and Grant/International Relations Committee), 17th November, 2021 to 17th November, 2021; Unizik |
| 4 | "FACILITATORS TRAINING PROGRAMME ON THIRD NATIONAL FADAMA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (NFDP III)", (NATIONAL FOOD RESERVE AGENCY, FEDERAL MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, AND WATER RESOURCES IN COLLABORATION WITH THE WORLD BANK), 4th August, 2008 to 8th August, 2008; Awka, Anambra State |
| 5 | "Training the Departmental Career Officers", (Faculty of Agriculture, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), Studio Hall, Faculty of Agriculture, NAU |