Dr. Jude Ogechukwu Okoye
Dr. Jude Ogechukwu Okoye is a SENIOR LECTURER in MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Department, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr. Okoye is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology. He holds a Ph.D. from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus. He is the winner of the Merck Foundation's "Best Young African Researcher Award on Cancer and Vaccine Development" (2021). He is also a recipient of the American Association for Cancer Research's Global Scholar-in-Training Award (2022). He is currently a Research Fellow at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA. His current research is on ethnic-based characterization of epithelial and stromal compartments in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and liver cancer using spatial transcriptomics.
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Address: | Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Department/Sub-Unit: | MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE |
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University. (Doctor of Philosophy, May, 2023) June, 2015 to June, 2022 Ph.D Histopathology And Cell Genetics |
| 2 | University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. (Post-Doctorate Degree, May, 2023) January, 2023 to May, 2023 Postdoc Molecular And Integrative Physiology |
| 3 | Olabisi Olabisi University, Ago-Iwoye. (Post-Graduate Degree, August, 2019) January, 2016 to December, 2018 P.G.D.E. Post-graduate Diploma In Education |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, July, 2014) October, 2011 to April, 2014 M.Sc Medical Laboratory Science |
| 5 | Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki. (Bachelor Degree, June, 2009) September, 2003 to November, 2008 B.MLS Medical Laboratory Science |
| 6 | St. Charles Special Science School, Onitsha. (SSCE, July, 2001) September, 1995 to June, 2001 SSSC Secondary School Education |
| 7 | Uwani River Primary School, Enugu. (FSLC, July, 1995) September, 1990 to July, 1995 FSLC Primary School Education |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Michigan January, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Member, Project200/ Quality Control Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University June, 2023 to Present |
| 3 | Member, Book of Abstracts committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University June, 2023 to Present |
| 4 | Member, International Collaboration and Linkages Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University June, 2023 to Present |
| 5 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2022 to Present |
| 6 | Curriculum Committee Member, Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University February, 2022 to Present |
| 7 | Church Treasurer and Parish Church Council Member, Anglican Church Of Epiphany, Otolo-Nnewi March, 2021 to Present |
| 8 | Histopathology Specialty Coordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University January, 2020 to Present |
| 9 | Departmental SIWES Coordinator, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2020 to Present |
| 10 | Indexing Coordinator/Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka January, 2020 to Present |
| 11 | Academic Advisor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka September, 2019 to Present |
| 12 | Lecturer II/Lecturer I, Babcock University Nigeria September, 2015 to April, 2019 |
| 13 | Supervisor: Post-UTME Screening 2015/2016 Academic Session, Madonna University Nigeria August, 2015 to August, 2015 |
| 14 | Assistant Lecturer, Madonna University Nigeria December, 2014 to June, 2015 |
| 15 | Medical Laboratory Scientist, Leads Hospital Onitsha February, 2012 to June, 2013 |
| 16 | Youth Corps Member, Olikoye Ransome Kuti Memorial Hospital, Asero Abeokuta, Ogun State October, 2010 to September, 2011 |
| 17 | Medical Laboratory Scientist, • Health And Missions International September, 2010 to October, 2010 |
| 18 | Assistant Project Coordinator, • Prohealth International September, 2010 to October, 2010 |
| 19 | Intern, Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia August, 2009 to July, 2010 |
Creative Output
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| 1 | Okoye JO, Basil AT, Okoli OG, Achebe PO, Obi CM, Ekekwe NE. (2024, April), "Hydroxychloroquine and zinc ameliorate interleukin-6 associated hepato-renal toxicity induced by Aspergillus fumigatus in experimental rat models", African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology, Vol. 25, (Issue 2), pp 193-200 |
| 2 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Tochukwu Juliet Ado-Okoye, Chiemeka Michael Emeka, George Uchenna Eleje, Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi, Uchechukwu Lilian Okoye. (2024, March), "High pre-and post-treatment Platelet-Neutrophil to Lymphocyte ratio is linked to high mortality risk in Epithelial Ovarian Cancer patients in Southeastern Nigeria", African Journal of Laboratory Haematology and Transfusion Science, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-12 |
| 3 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Vivian Ifunanya Vivian, Michael Emeka Chiemeka, Samuel Ogenyi Ifedioranma. (2023, December), "Elevated Pre-Treatment Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte and Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte-Platelet ratios are Associated with a High Risk of In-Hospital Death among Patients with Prostate Cancer in Southeastern Nigeria", Journal of Biomedical Investigation, Vol. 11, (Issue 3), pp 19-28 |
| 4 | Charlotte Blanche Oguejiofor, Kenechi Miracle Ebubechukwu, George Uchenna Eleje, Emmanuel Onyebuchi Ugwu, Joseph Tochukwu Enebe, Kingsley Emeka Ekwuazi, Chukwuemeka Chukwubuikem Okoro, Boniface Chukwuneme Okpala, Charles Chukwunomunso Okafor, Nnanyelugo Chima Ezeora, Emeka Ifeanyi Iloghalu, Chidebe Christian Anikwe, Chigozie Geoffrey Okafor, Polycarp Uchenna Agu, Emeka Philip Igbodike, Iffiyeosuo Dennis Ake, Arinze Anthony Onwuegbuna, Osita Samuel Umeononihu, Onyedika Promise Anaedu, Odigonma Zinobia Ikpeze, David Chibuike Ikwuka, Henry Ifeanyi Nwaolisa, Ekene Agatha Emeka, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Ihechinyerem Kelechi Osuagwu, Angela Ogechukwu Ugwu, Toochukwu Benjamin Ejikeme1, Eziamaka Pauline Ezenkwele, Chijioke Ogomegbunam Ezeigwe, Malarchy Ekwunife Nwankwo, Gerald Okanandu Udigwe, Joseph Ifeanyichukwu Ikechebelu, Grace Agbaeze16, Chukwuebuka Divine Nwanja17, Ahizechukwu Chigoziem Eke. (2023, February), "The impact of COVID-19 on the birth rate in Nigeria: a report from population-based registries", Infectious Diseases Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 4 |
| 5 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Eze Ukpai, Immaculata Ogochukwu Uduchi. (2023, December), "Co-presence of Epstein-Barr Virus and Human Papillomavirus is associated with a high frequency of p53 gene mutation in cervical cancer diagnosed in southern Nigeria", Bayero Journal of Medical Laboratory Science, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 27-33 |
| 6 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Onyeka Dorcas Samuel, Kosisichukwu Stephanie Ezidiegwu, Michael Emeka Chiemeka, Odili Aloysius Okoye, George Uchenna Eleje. (2023, December), "Elevated pre-treatment systemic immuno-inflammatory indices, triple-negative breast cancer, and P53 mutation are associated with early-onset breast cancer in south-eastern Nigeria", Bayero Journal of Medical Laboratory science, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 73-85 |
| 7 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Chinedum Charles Onyenekwe, Omotuyi Idowu Olaposi, Samuel Ifedioranma Ogenyi, Chioma Maureen Obi, Samuel Ayobami Fasogbon. (2023, June), "Modulatory Effect of Human Immunodeficiency Virus on Circulating p53, miR-21, and miR-125b: Any Diagnostic Implication?", Venereology, Vol. 2, (Issue 3), pp 78-85, Basel |
| 8 | Valerie Onyia Babatope, Jude Okoye, Ibrahim Ayoade Adekunle, Johnson Fejoh. (2023, September), "Work burnout and organisational commitment of medical professionals", Future Business Journal, Vol. 9, (Issue 2023), pp 1-13 |
| 9 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2022, December), "Warthin tumour: A potential benign mass for assessing smoking index and predicting synchronous neoplastic tumours in smokers", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 12, (Issue 10), pp 338-345 |
| 10 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2022, July), "Synchronous Benign Brenner’s Tumor Of The Ovary With Leiomyoma And Endometrial Adenocarcinoma In A Postmenopausal Female", Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics, Vol. 18, (Issue 4), pp 1208-1209 |
| 11 | Immaculata Uduchi, Okolie Nnaemeka, Ifeanyi Obiajuru, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu, Cajetan Ilo, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2022, June), "Histopathological Assessment of Organ Impairment of Rattus albus Treated with Selected Medicinal Plants", Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research, Vol. 18, (Issue 2), pp 37-50 |
| 12 | Ifeanyi Hatesin Anyaegbu, George Uchenna Eleje, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2022, June), "Sources and Prevalence of Lead Poisoning Among School Children in Owerri Metropolis, South-East Nigeria", Journal of Medical Sciences, Vol. 22, (Issue 4), pp 189-195 |
| 13 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2021, July), "Testing For BRCA1/2 And Ataxiatelangiectasia Mutated In Men With High Prostate Indices: An Approach To Reducing Prostate Cancer Mortality In Asia And Africa", Asian Journal of Urology, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 335-336 |
| 14 | Damilohun Samuel Metibemu, Oluseyi Adeboye Akinloye, Adio Jamiu Akamo, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Idowu Olaposi Omotuyi. (2021, August), "In-silico HMG-CoA Reductase-inhibitory And In-vivo Anti-lipidaemic/anticancer Effects Of Carotenoids From Spondias Mombin", Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Vol. 73, pp 1377–1386 |
| 15 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Chiemeka Franklin Chukwukelu, Simon Imakwu Okekpa Samuel Ifedioranma Ogenyi, Ifeoma Nora Onyekachi-Umah, Anthony Ajuluchuk. (2021, September), "Racial Disparities Associated with the Prevalence of Vaccine and Non-Vaccine HPV Types and Multiple HPV Infections between Asia and Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis", Asian pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, Vol. 22, (Issue 9), pp 2729-2741 |
| 16 | Damilohun Samuel Metibemu, Oluseyi Adeboye Akinloye, Olaposi Idowu Omotuyi, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Poopola M. Ayodele, Jamiu Akamo. (2021, July), "Carotenoid-enriched Fractions From Spondias Mombin Demonstrate HER2 ATP Kinase Domain Inhibition: Computational And In-vivo Animal Model Of Breast Carcinoma Studies", Frontiers in Oncology, Vol. 11, pp 687190 |
| 17 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Chukwudi Amaechi Ofodile, Oluwaseun Kelechi Adeleke, Obioma Okechi. (2021, May), "Prevalence Of High-risk HPV Genotypes In Sub-Saharan Africa Based On Human Immunodeficiency Virus Status: A 20-year Systematic Review", Epidemiology and Health, Vol. 43, pp 1-11 |
| 18 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony A. Ngokere, Charles C. Onyenekwe, Olaposi Omotuyi, Deborah I. Dada. (2021, March), "Epstein-Barr Virus, Human Papillomavirus And Herpes Simplex Virus 2 Co-presence Severely Dysregulates MiRNA Expression", African Journal of Laboratory Medicine, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1-10 |
| 19 | Damilohun Samuel Metibemu, Oluseyi Adeboye Akinloye, oye, Adio Jamiu Akamo, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, David Ajiboye Ojo, Eric Morifi, Idowu Olaposi Omotuy. (2021, February), "VEGFR-2 Kinase Domain Inhibition As A Scaffold For Anti-angiogenesis: Validation Of The Anti-angiogenic Effects Of Carotenoids From Spondias Mombin In DMBA Model Of Breast Carcinoma In Wistar Rats", Toxicology Reports, (Issue 8), pp 489-498 |
| 20 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Charles Erinle, Chinenye Mbamalu. (2020, October), "Co-existence Of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 And Two Other Oncoviruses Is Associated With Cervical Lesions In Women Living With HIV In South-Western Nigeria", African Health Sciences, Vol. 20, (Issue 3), pp 1015-1023 |
| 21 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere. (2020, July), "Are The Prevalence Of Trisomy 13 And The Incidence Of Severe Holoprosencephaly Increasing In Africa?", Prenatal Diagnosis, Vol. 40, (Issue 12), pp 1616-1617 |
| 22 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2020, November), "Differences In Vulnerability Between Health Workers And The General Population: Is Volunteer Selection Required For COVID-19 Control In Nigeria?", Annals of Medical Research, Vol. 27, (Issue 11), pp 3028-3033 |
| 23 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2020, June), "Attitudinal, Regional And Sex Related Vulnerabilities To COVID-19: Considerations For Early Flattening Of Curve In Nigeria", Medical journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Vol. 34, (Issue 1), pp 437-445 |
| 24 | Damilohun Samuel Metibemu, Oluseyi Adeboye Akinloye, Adio Jamiu Akamo, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, David Ajiboye Ojo, Eric Morifi, Idowu Olaposi Omotuyi. (2020, October), "Carotenoid Isolates Of Spondias Mombin Demonstrate Anticancer Effects In DMBA-induced Breast Cancer In Wistar Rats Through X-linked Inhibitor Of Apoptosis Protein (XIAP) Antagonism And Anti-inflammation", Journal of Food Biochemistry, Vol. 44, (Issue 12), pp e13523 |
| 25 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye , Chijindu Nneka Nzeaka, Gideon Taiwo Faloye. (2020, March), "Correlates Of Hepatocellular And Gastric Diseases In Cows Slaughtered In Selected Abattoirs In Ogun State, Nigeria", JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 10-16 |
| 26 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2020, August), "High Prevalence Of Triple-negative Breast Cancer And Poor Survival Outcome In Nigeria: A Call For Further Molecular Subtyping Of Triple-negative Breast Cancer", Annals of Tropical Pathology, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 98-99 |
| 27 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2020, July), "High Mortality Risk Of Prostate Cancer Patients In Asia And West Africa: A Systematic Review", Avicenna Journal of Medicine, Vol. 10, (Issue 3), pp 93-107 |
| 28 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2020, December), "Divergent Prevalence Of Warthin Tumor In Africa And Asia: A Consequence Of Variation In Smoking Index?", Annals of Medical Research, Vol. 27, (Issue 12), pp 3283-3287 |
| 29 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Sylvester Ibekailo, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Obioma OkechiObioma Okechi. (2020, December), "Warthin Tumour-Associated Synchronous Neoplasia And COVID-19: Does SARS-CoV-2 Infection Increase The Risk Of Benign Tumours And Cancer?", Journal of Medical Laboratory Science, Vol. 30, (Issue 4), pp 11-25 |
| 30 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Success Iwuanyanwu, Goodnews Ubong Nathaniel, Olusegun Agboola, Chisom Offor,John Kennedy Belonwu. (2019, November), "Mutant P53 Protein Is Prevalent In Aflatoxin B1 Than In Hepatitis B Core Antigen Associated Chronic Liver Diseases In Southern Nigeria", Journal of Interdisciplinary Histopathology, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 10-19 |
| 31 | Okoye J.O., Ubani J.U., Avwioro, O.G., Okechi, O.O.,Benard, S.A.. (2019, September), "Beta Vulgaris Ethanolic Root Extract: ANovel Cytoplasmic Dye For Tissue Demonstration.", Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 84 - 89 |
| 32 | Fasogbon Samuel Ayobami, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Okorie Nnaemeka. (2019, August), "Immunohistochemical Correlation Between Vitamin D Receptor And Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (HER-2) In Breast Cancer", African Journal Biomedical Research, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 39-43 |
| 33 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Chinedum Onyenekwe Chinedum, Charles A. Erinle. (2019, July), "Comparable Expression Of MiR-let-7b, MiR-21, MiR-182, MiR-145, And P53 In Serum And Cervical Cells: Diagnostic Implications For Early Detection Of Cervical Lesions: Differential Expression Of MiRNAs In Serum And Cervical Cells", International Journal of Health Sciences (Qassim), Vol. 13, (Issue 4), pp 29-38 |
| 34 | Johnson Fejoh, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Paul Adekunle Onanuga. (2019, May), "Work-family Conflict, Organisational Commitment And Optimal Productivity Among Medical Workers In Ogun State, Nigeria", International Journal of Multi-Disciplinary in Educational Research and Development (IJMERD), Vol. 1, (Issue 1) |
| 35 | Benard SA, Afolabi OO, Bankole JK, Fowotade AA, Olutunde OA. (2018, June), "The Determination Of Optimum Staining Time For Hibiscus Extract Nuclear Staining Using Buffered Formalin Fixed, Paraffin Embedded Lung Tissue", Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 82-85 |
| 36 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Charles Erinle, Antony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Abimbola Jimoh. (2018, March), "Low CD4 Cells And Viral Co-infection Increase The Risk Of VaIN: Use Of SCCA1 And Ki67 As Diagno-prognostic Biomarkers", Pathophysiology, Vol. 25, (Issue 1), pp 51-56 |
| 37 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, and Sylvia Ogechukwu Nwolisah. (2018, May), "Pre-Empting Pancreatic Cancer: Masking Co-Founders And Unmasking Biomarkers", Journal of Liver and Clinical Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 1047 |
| 38 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2018, October), "Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2: Bystander Or Active Player In Cervical Carcinogenesis?", Journal of Gynaecology and Women's Health, Vol. 12, (Issue 2) |
| 39 | Benard SA, Adeniyi TD, Bankole JK, Okoye JO. (2018, December), "Histomorphological Staining Of Selected Organs By Iron-Roselle Nuclear Technique And Natural Counter Stains", Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research, Vol. 28, (Issue 5), pp 1-12 |
| 40 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Charles A. Erinle. (2018, July), "Screening For Cervical Abnormalities Associated With EBV, HPV And HSV-2 Infections In South-West Nigeria: A Tale Between Sex And Non-sex Workers", Journal of Oncological Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 85-95 |
| 41 | Agbede MB, Benard SA, Afolabi OO, Okoye JO, Bankole JK, Fowotade AA, Oluntunde OA, OA Muhammed. (2017, December), "The Use Of Hibiscus Sabdariffa Extract As Nuclear Stain For Skin Morphology And Connective Tissue With Eosin Counterstain.", Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 28-32 |
| 42 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Charles Erinle, Nnodimele Onuigbo Atulomah, Oluwaseun Kelechi Adeleke. (2017, November), "Epidemiology Of Female Breast Cancer In Ogun State: Intra-and Inter-regional Discuss.", Universal Journal of Clinical Medicine, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 7-13 |
| 43 | Benard SA , Afolabi OO , Fowotade AA , Okoye JO, Olutunde OA, Bankole JK. (2017, December), "Hibiscus-Van Gieson Stain For Collagen Fibres", African Journal of Cellular Pathology, Vol. 9, pp 1-4 |
| 44 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Precious Enyinnaya Okorie, Nnodimele Onuigbo Atulomah, Folahan Sholeye, Ukpai Agwu Eze, Esther Chinenye Okoro, Gideon Taiwo Falo. (2016, September), "Factors Influencing The Development Of Urothelial Lesions And Breast Tuberculosis Among Pulmonary TB Patients Undergoing Directly Observed Therapy In Abeokuta And Ilishan Metropolises, Ogun State, Nigeria", Immunology and Infectious Diseases, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 27-37 |
| 45 | Chukwuanukwu RC, Onyenekwe CC, Martinez-Pomares L, Flynn R, Singh S, Amilo GI, Agbakoba NR, Okoye JO. (2016, August), "Modulation Of The Immune Response To Mycobacterium Tuberculosis During Malaria/ M. Tuberculosis Co-infection", Clinical & Experimental Immunology, Vol. 187, (Issue 2), pp 259-268 |
| 46 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere. (2016, July), "Crosstalk In Tri-positive Cancer: Predictor And Diagnostic Mirnas In Focus. CANCER AND ONCOLOGY RESEARCH", Cancer and Oncology Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 17-32 |
| 47 | Okoye JO, Oranefo NO, Okoli AN. (2016, May), "Comparative Evaluation Of The Effects Of Palm Bunch Ash And Trona On The Liver Of Albino Rats", African Journal of Cellular Pathology, Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 21-27 |
| 48 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Beatrice Omowumi Joel, Kenneth Onyenze. (2016, May), "Urethelial Dysplasia And Desquamation Associated With Urinary Tract Infection: A Case-controlled Study.", Universal Journal of Microbiology Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 39-44 |
| 49 | Samuel Ifedioranma Ogenyi, Harmony Obianuju Ndubisi, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Anulika Obianuju Onyemelukwe, Tobias Peter Pwajok Choji, Rebecca Chi. (2016, February), "Pap Smear Pattern Of Women Attending Family Planning Clinic In A Tertiary Healthcare Facility In Nnewi, Anambra State-Nigeria", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND RESEARCH, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 87-94 |
| 50 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Deborah Adanna Nwachukwu, Isaac Nwoye Nnatuanya, Arvin Nwakulite, Innocent Alozie, Patrick Ebele Obi, and Gideon Taiwo Faloye. (2015, March), "Anticholestasis And Antisinusoidal Congestion Properties Of Aqueous Extract Of Annona Muricata Stem Bark Following Acetaminophen Induced Toxicity", European Journal of Experimental Biology, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 1-8 |
| 51 | Uchenna Modestus Ezugwu, Gabriel Ejike Igbokwe, Ogechukwu Jude Okoye, Chimezie Joseph Awalu, Onyebuchi Desmond Chikezie. (2015, December), "Modulation Of α1 And β2 Microglobulins, And Albumin-Globulin Ratio In HIV Sero-Positive Subjects On Antiretroviral Drugs At Nnewi, Nigeria - A Case Controlled Study", International Journal of Prevention and Treatment, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 59-65 |
| 52 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2015, September), "Discordant Reports Of MiRNA Expression In Cervical Cancer: An Upshot Of Overlapping Factors", Research In Cancer and Tumor, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 15-23 |
| 53 | Jude O. Okoye , Isaac N. Nnatuanya. (2015, August), "Immunohistochemistry: A Revolutionary Technique In Laboratory Medicine", Clinical Medicine and Diagnostics, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 60-69 |
| 54 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye and Francis Obinna Okoye. (2015, January), "MiRNA And Target Oncogene Regulation In Triple Negative Breast Cancer: An Age, Ethnic And Environmental Related Neoplastic Event.", Journal of Cancer and Tumor International, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 66-80 |
| 55 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Francis Obinna Okoye. (2015, January), "Fine Needle Aspiration; A Vital Technique In The Characterization Of Masses And Lesions", Medico Research Chronicles, Vol. 2, (Issue 4), pp 491-502 |
| 56 | Ngokere AA, Okoye JO, Obi E, Ibekailo SN, Awalu JC, Audu I. (2014, October), "Anti-spermatogenic And Estrogenic Effects Of Escravos Crude Oil In Chinchilla Rabbits", International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 5), pp 1969-1975 |
| 57 | Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Samuel Ifedioranma Ogenyi, Simon Mshelbwala Bukar, Tochukwu Ude. (2014, March), "Histopathological And Biochemical Disrupting Effects Of Escravos Crude Oil On The Liver And Heart In Chinchilla Rabbits", African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 203-209 |
| 58 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Samuel Ifedioranma Ogenyi, Anulika Onyemelukwe. (2014, February), "Histopathological And Hormonal Disrupting Effects Of Escravos Crude Oil On The Ovary Of Chinchilla Rabbits", Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 31-37 |
| 59 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Ajuluchukwu Ngokere Anthony, Chizoba Okechukwu Okeke. (2014, February), "Biochemical, Haematological And Histological Effects Following Escravos Crude Oil Ingestion By Chinchilla Rabbits", International Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 63-68 |
| 60 | Ngokere AA, Ezeofor CP, Okoye JO, Ibekailo SN, Ude T, Awalu CJ and Amadi MS. (2014, February), "Antiprogesteronic And Estrogenic Effect Of Mangifera Indica In Female Rabbits", Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 82-89 |
| 61 | Amilo GI, Okeke CO, Ifeanyichukwu MO, Okeke AC, Ogenyi SI and Okoye JO. (2014, January), "Effect Of HIV Infection And Antiretroviral Therapy On Some Red Cell Enzyme Activities And Coagulation Parameters", British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 22), pp 3963-3974 |
| 62 | Ochiabuto OMTB, Nwankwo A, Enweani IB, Okoye JO, Okeke CO, Nwankwo M, Nwafuluaku I and Obi CM. (2014, January), "Fungal Isolation In HIV Patients And CD4 Count", International STD Research & Reviews, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 111-122 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Chiemeka Michael Emeka, Okechi Obioma. (2023, January), "Abstract C028: The differential burden of BRCA2 gene mutation in prevalent cancers in Nigeria: Any difference between Africa and the world?", American Association for Cancer Research, Vol. 31, (Issue 1), pp C028 |
| 2 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Charles Chinedum Onyenekwe, Ukpai Eze, Okechi Obioma. (2023, January), "Abstract C029: The pattern of mutant p53 protein expression in cervical cancer-associated single and co-infection with human papillomavirus and Epstein-Barr virus", American Association for Cancer Research, Vol. 31, (Issue 1), pp C029 |
| 3 | Stephen Kalu, F. Ugochukwu, I. Eucharia, L. Adepoju, I. Okonkwo, C. Onubuogu, Jude Okoye, I. Akuakolam, G. Eleje, S. Ushie, J. Ugboaja, A. Igwegbe. (2023, May), "ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PREVENTION OF MOTHER-TO- CHILD TRANSMISSION (PMTCT) OF HIV PROGRAM IN A TERTIARY HEALTH INSTITUTION IN SOUTH EAST, NIGERIA", Elsevier, Vol. 130, (Issue 2), pp S144 |
| 4 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Vivian Ogbonnaya, Chiemeka Michael Emeka, Okechi Obioma. (2022, June), "Abstract 2247: Prostate cancer-related mortality risk assessment in a cohort of southern Nigerian men", American Association for Cancer Research, Vol. 22, pp 2247, 12_Supplement |
| 5 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Chinedum Charles Onyenekwe, Samuel Ifedioranma Ogenyi, Olaposi Omotuyi. (2022, June), "Abstract 1496: Circulating mir21 and mir125b in women living with human immunodeficiency virus: Utility of biomarkers for monitoring cervical carcinogenesis", American Association for Cancer Research, Vol. 82, pp 1496, 12_Supplement |
| 6 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Dorcas Onyeka Samuel, Kosisochukwu Stephanie Ezidiegwu, George Eleje. (2021, November), "Prognostic utility of BRCA2 and p53 protein expressions in triple negative and triplex positive breast cancer", American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the Korean Cancer Association (KCA) |
| 7 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere, Charles Chinedum Onyenekwe, Olaposi Omotuyi. (2021, April), "Mono-infection Through Tri-infection Of Epstein-Barr Virus, Human Papillomavirus And Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 Differentially Modulates MiRNAs And P53 Gene", Merck African Research Summit 2021 (Merck Foundation) |
| 8 | Jude O. Okoye, Anthony A. Ngokere, Charles C. Onyenekwe, Charles A. Erinle, Ebenezer Nwosu, Olaposi Omotuyi, Chinenye E. Okoro, Abimbola Z. Jimoh, Sam. (2018, December), "Utility Of MiR-155, MiR-182&CD4 Count In Monitoring Viral Co-infection.", African Society for Laboratory Medicine |
| 9 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye. (2018, July), "Histoscientists On The Bench And Lecture Room Must Collaborate To Make Global Impact.", Society for Cellular Scientist of Nigeria |
| 10 | Okoye JO, Ngokere AA, Erinle CA, Avwioro OG, Jimoh ZA, Ladipo O.. (2017, August), "Expressions Of SCCA1 And Ki67 In Vaginal Lesions Among EBV, HIV, HSV And HPV Co-infected Individuals In Abeokuta.", Society for Cellular Pathology Scientists of Nigeria |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | Jude Ogechukwu Okoye, Simon Imakwu Okekpa, Chukwuemeka Franklin Chikelu, Ifeoma Nora Onyekachi-Umeh, Anthony Ajuluchukwu Ngokere. "Racial Disparities In The Prevalence Of Vaccine And Non-vaccine HPV Types And Multiple HPV Infection Between Asia And Africa: A Systematic Review", (Preprint, 2020 November) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Awardee: "Postdoctoral Research Fellowship" (August, 2023 to December, 2024). Completed sponsored grant by University of Michigan Ann Arbor |
| 2 | Awardee: "Postdoc: University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program" (January, 2022 to May, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by University of Michigan, Ann Arbor |
| 3 | Awardee: "Global Scholar-in-Training Award" (February, 2022 to April, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by American Association for Cancer Research |
| 4 | Awardee: "Bursary Award" (April, 2022 to June, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by European Association for Cancer Research |
| 5 | Awardee: "Scholarship" (May, 2022 to August, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by International AIDS Society |
| 6 | Awardee: "Travel Award" (May, 2022 to June, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by British Association for Cancer Research |
| 7 | Awardee: "Research and Innovation" (March, 2022 to April, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| 8 | Awardee: "Joint Bursary Award" (December, 2022 to March, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by AACR, EACR and Societa di Italiana Cancerologia |
| 9 | Awardee: "Scholar-in-Training Award" (August, 2022 to September, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by American Association for Cancer Research |
| 10 | Awardee: "Student and Early career investigator Scholarship" (October, 2021 to October, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by American Association for Cancer Research |
| 11 | Awardee: "AACR Global Education Scholarship (GES)" (October, 2021 to October, 2021). Completed sponsored grant by American Association for Cancer Research |
| 12 | Awardee: "TMC-Merck Africa Oncology Fellowship" (August, 2022). Ongoing sponsored grant by Merck Foundation |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Vaginal microbiome community state types and high-risk human papillomaviruses in cervical precancer and cancer in North-central Nigeria" (June, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Herpes Simplex Virus-Infected Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Case Report" (January, 2022) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Detection of Complement C1q B Chain Overexpression and Its Latent Molecular Mechanisms in Cervical Cancer Tissues Using Multiple Methods" (October, 2022) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "The Effect of Silymarin on Serum Concentration of Soluble Apoptosis Markers in β-Thalassemia Major Patients Receiving Desferrioxamine" (November, 2015) |
| 5 | Reviewer, "Usefulness of Ascitic Fluid Cholesterol and Protein in the Differential Diagnosis of Ascites in Nigeria: Comparison with Conventional Cytology" (April, 2015) |
| 6 | Reviewer, "Effect of Chronic Exposure to Petroleum Hydrocarbon Pollution on Renal and Some Haematological Parameters of the Native Fowl (Gallus domesticus)" (July, 2014) |
| 7 | Reviewer, "Identification of Hematological Markers Suitable for Improving Productivity of Helmeted Guinea Fowl Numida meleagris" (May, 2014) |
| 8 | Reviewer, "Opioid System (β-endorphin) and Stress Hormones Profiling in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome" (November, 2014) |
| 9 | Reviewer, "Petroleum Hydrocarbon-induced Changes in Juice of Citrus sinensis following Chronic Exposure" (September, 2014) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Utilizing AMACR and p63 as Adjunct tools for confirming Benign and Malignant prostate samples in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi" (November, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Ambassador, "European Association for Cancer Research" (March, 2024) |
| 2 | Member, "Book of Abstract Commitee" (June, 2023) |
| 3 | Member, "Project200/Quality Control Committee" (June, 2023) |
| 4 | Member, "International Collaboration/Linkages Committee" (June, 2023) |
| 5 | Assessor, "Times Higher Education" (November, 2023 to November, 2023) |
| 6 | Member, "Curriculum Review Committee" (February, 2022) |
| 7 | Treasurer, "Epiphany Anglican Church, Otolo, Nnewi" (March, 2021 to March, 2022) |
| 8 | Departmental Coordinator/Supervisor, "Students' Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)" (January, 2020 to October, 2022) |
| 9 | Departmental liaison index Officer, "Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria" (January, 2020 to October, 2022) |
| 10 | Coordinator, "Histopathology Specialty" (January, 2020) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "International AIDS Society (IAS)" - [email protected] (member since 2022), https://www.iasociety.org/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "European Association for Cancer Research" - EACR32546 (member since 2022), https://www.eacr.org/welcome-members |
| 3 | Full Member, "American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene" - 74250 (member since 2022), https://www.astmh.org/ |
| 4 | Full Member, "American Society for Clinical Pathology" - 25820014 (member since 2022), https://www.ascp.org/content# |
| 5 | Associate Member, "American Society of Clinical Oncology" - 6975357 (member since 2022), https://beta.asco.org/?s_tnt=161267:0:0&adobe_mc_sdid=SDID%3D2729B30464DB254F-493B54143C6D9DF5%7CMCORGID%3DFC92401053DA88170A490D4C@AdobeOrg%7CTS%3D1662407863&adobe_mc_ref=android-app:%2F%2Fcom.google |
| 6 | Graduate Member, "British Association for Cancer Research" - BAC006321 (member since 2021), https://www.bacr.org.uk/ |
| 7 | Full Member, "American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)" - 1208626 (member since 2021), https://www.aacr.org/ |
| 8 | Full Member, "African Society for Laboratory Medicine" - 10790/18 (member since 2018), https://aslm.org/ |
| 9 | Full Member, "Society for Cellular Pathology Scientists of Nigeria (SCPSN)" - 126 (member since 2016), https://web.facebook.com/groups/2150969131834719/?_rdc=1&_rdr |
| 10 | Associate Member, "Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria" - RS12981 (member since 2009), https://web.mlscn.gov.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "15th AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved", (American Association for Cancer Research), 16th September, 2022 to 19th September, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
| 2 | "24th International AIDS Conference", (International AIDS Society), 26th July, 2022 to 2nd August, 2022; Montreal, Canada |
| 3 | "New Era of Asian Oncology: Challenge, Cure and Care", (ASIAN ONCOLOGY SOCIETY (AOS) AND KOREAN CANCER ASSOCIATION), 17th June, 2022 to 18th June, 2022; Seoul, Korea |
| 4 | "Decoding Cancer Complexity | Integrating Science | Transforming Patient Outcomes", (American Association for Cancer Research), 8th April, 2022 to 13th April, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, United States |
| 5 | "2nd AACR-KCA Joint Conference on Precision Medicine in Solid Tumors in conjunction with the 24th KCA Fall Symposium", (American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the Korean Cancer Association (KCA)), 11th November, 2021 to 12th November, 2021; Korea |
| 6 | "2021 Virtual Leading Edge of Cancer Research Symposium", (The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center), 4th November, 2021 to 5th November, 2021; Zoom |
| 7 | "AACR Virtual Special Conference on Colorectal Cancer", (American Association for Cancer Research), 21st October, 2021 to 22nd October, 2021; Zoom |
| 8 | "14th AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved", (American Association for Cancer Research), 6th October, 2021 to 8th October, 2021; MyAACR |
| 9 | "Second Session Of The NINTH SYNOD", (Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion)), 2nd September, 2021 to 5th September, 2021; St. James' Church Ichi, Ekwusigo LGA, Anambra State |
| 10 | "8th Edition Of The â€MERCK FOUNDATION AFRICA ASIA LUMINARY†2021", (Merck Foundation and Zambia Government), 27th April, 2021 to 29th April, 2021; Zambia |
| 11 | "ASLM2018/4th Biennial Int Conf For African Society For Laboratory Medicine", (African Society for Laboratory Medicine), 10th December, 2018 to 13th December, 2018; Abuja |
| 12 | "4th Annual Scientific Conference/AGM Of The Society For Cellular Scientists Of Nigeria: Theme; Prevalence And Lifetime Economic Burden Of Prostate Cancer In Nigeria.", (Society for Cellular Scientists of Nigeria), 23rd July, 2018 to 29th July, 2018; Lagos |
| 13 | "Biotechnology Workshop On Molecular Diagnosis: Theme; Optimal Investigation Of Bioterrorism: A Challenge To Scientists’ In Laboratory Medicine And Biology", (Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria), 1st November, 2017 to 5th November, 2017; Awka |
| 14 | "3rd Annual Scientific Conference/AGM Of Society For Cellular Scientists Of Nigeria. Theme: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV): Pathology And Prevention.", (Society for Cellular Scientists of Nigeria), 29th August, 2017 to 31st August, 2017; Abuja |
| 15 | "2nd Annual Scientific Conference/AGM Of The Society For Cellular Scientists Of Nigeria. Theme: Advances In Molecular Technique In Targeted Breast Cancer Diagnosis.", (Society for Cellular Scientists of Nigeria), 8th November, 2016 to 11th November, 2016; Abuja |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Basic Rodent Surgery - ULAM-11751", (University of Michigan Ann Arbor), 18th April, 2024 to 18th April, 2024; Onsite |
| 2 | "Introduction to the Laboratory Rat and Mouse - ULAM-10100 training", (University of Michigan), 21st March, 2024 to 21st March, 2024; Online |
| 3 | "BVGH Introduction to Grant Writing Course", (Bio Ventures for Global Health), 13th November, 2023 to 5th February, 2024; Zoom |
| 4 | "The international virtual lab workshop: The Research Practicum: Conceiving, Testing, and Validating an idea.", (ImmuNOfrontiers, MERAD Laboratory at Mount Sinai, Blida 1 University), 27th September, 2022 to 29th September, 2022; Zoom |
| 5 | "Effective SIWES Administration and Management Workshop", (Industrial Training Fund and Unizik), 17th November, 2021 to 17th November, 2021; Awka |
| 6 | "Weekend Of Anatomic Pathology SlideReview At Good Hope Specialist Hospital", (Nigerian Medical Association), 12th April, 2019 to 13th April, 2019; Isulo, Anambra State |
| 7 | "• A Three Week Update Training Course In Cytopathology, National Hospital Abuja Organized By MLSCN And Korean Association Of Cytotechnologists", (Society for Cellular Scientists of Nigeria and Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria), 5th March, 2019 to 25th March, 2019; Abuja |
| 8 | "Fundamentals Of Clinical Research", (CAMRAB and Research, Innovation and International Cooperation), 11th October, 2018 to 11th October, 2018; Babcock University, Ileshan, Ogun State |
| 9 | "Hands-on Two-day Workshop: Introductory Molecular Biology Techniques", (Inqaba Biotec West Africa and CAMRAB), 2nd October, 2018 to 3rd October, 2018; Babcock University, Ileshan, Ogun State |
| 10 | "Workshop On The Integration Of Faith And Learning. Theme: Learning From Jesus, The Master Teacher", (Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Babcock University), 4th April, 2018 to 4th June, 2018; Ileshan, Ogun State |
| 11 | "CPD Workshop Theme: Medical Laboratory Setting In An Era Of Multiple Choices,", (Bioscience Research Group, UNIZIK), 4th August, 2015 to 6th August, 2015; Asaba, Delta State. |
| Seminars | |
| 1 | "MERCK Research Day", (MERCK & Co.), 10th September, 2018 to 10th September, 2018; Lagos |
| 2 | "Virtual Workshop On Scientific Writing And Publishing", (American Society for Microbiology), 14th May, 2013 to 14th May, 2013; NAU, Nnewi Campus |
| 3 | "A New Phenomenon In Male Infertility Cum Molecular Diagnosis Using PCR", (Association of Medical Laboratory Scientist of Nigeria Enugu Chapter), 15th February, 2013 to 16th February, 2013; Enugu |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "CITI Program: NIGERIAN NATIONAL CODE FOR HEALTH RESEARCH ETHICS", (West African Bioethics Training Program/ University College Hospital), 5th September, 2021 to 6th September, 2021; Florida/Ibadan |
| 2 | "West African Bioethics Training Program: Institutional/Signatory Official: Human Subject Research", (CITI PROGRAM/ University College Hospital Ibadan), 3rd September, 2021 to 4th September, 2021; Florida |
| 3 | "Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (West African Bioethics Training Program; Training ID: 4510956)", (School of Medical Laboratory Science), 12th December, 2014 to 9th January, 2015; University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State |