Miss. Chidimma Chisom Umeogu
Miss. Chidimma Chisom Umeogu is a LECTURER II in GEOGRAPHY AND METEROLOGY Department, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am an accomplished geospatial analyst with a robust academic foundation and extensive research experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and environmental science. My research endeavors currently revolve around modeling vegetation sensitivity and river basin dynamics concerning climate variables. Leveraging GIS and Remote Sensing technologies, I analyze land use changes, bio-meteorology, water resources management, and climatology. My commitment to advancing environmental science is underscored by the application of cutting-edge geospatial techniques, programming languages, and innovative data analysis methods to address complex environmental challenges. Moreover, I am actively exploring the development of cloud computing applications, aiming to streamline and facilitate research, providing convenient access and collaborative tools for the scientific community.
My prospective research areas are geared towards enhancing the application of geospatial technologies for climate change assessment, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable environmental management. This research is guided by a broader scientific objective, with the intention of making significant contributions to the field of geospatial analysis and environmental science.
Personal Information
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Address: | Geography And Meterology, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | GEOGRAPHY AND METEROLOGY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Federal University Of Technology, Akure. (Master Degree, February, 2017) November, 2014 to October, 2016 M.Tech Geoinformation Technology Geoinformation Technology |
| 2 | Cor Mariae Girls' Secondary School, Nkpor-Agu, Anambra State. (SSCE, November, 2012) September, 2002 to July, 2008 |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2012) September, 2008 to July, 2012 B.Sc. Geography And Meteorology |
| 4 | Krosa Model Primary School, Amawbia, Anambra State. (FSLC, July, 2003) September, 1999 to July, 2002 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka June, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Co-founder, African Women In GIS March, 2019 to Present |
| 3 | GIS Specialist, Enugu Electricity Distribution Company March, 2018 to July, 2019 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Nwabueze I. Igu, Chinero N. Ayogu, Chidimma C. Umeogu, Michael C. Obikwelu. (2023, May), "Analysis of Land Use Change and Associated Implications on Soil Ecosystem Functions in South Eastern Nigeria", Journal of Geoscience and Environment Protection, Vol. 11, (Issue 5), pp 126-134 |
| 2 | IR Igboanugo, O Iheukwumere, C Obikwelu, L Ozoemene, CC Umeogu, PI Eburu, DC Onuoha. (2023, July), "ANALYSIS OF FLOOD SUSCEPTIBILITY IN NORTHERN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA USING GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY", International Journal of Applied Science and Engineering Review, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 106-133 |
| 3 | 1. Umeogu C. C., Okonkwo C. J. (2017, June), "Vegetation Health Response To Land Surface Temperature In Forest-Savanna Transition Zone Of Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 4 | Enete, I. C., Ezezue A. M., Okolie A. O., Umeogu C. C., Okonkwo C. J. (2017, June), "Spatial Analysis Of Malaria Occurrence In Awka Capital Territory, Anambra State", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Nwabueze I. Igu, and Chidimma C. Umeogu. (2023, April), "Agriculture in a tropical wetland zone: food security and land use change concerns", , 11th Annual and International Conference of Renewable and Alternative Energy Society of Nigeria |
| 2 | Ezenwaji E.E, Nzoiwu C.P., Umeogu C.C. (2017, May), "Contributions Of Rainfall And Other Meteorological Factors To Building Collapse In Urban Areas Of Anambra State.", |
| 3 | E. E Ezenwaji, C. P Nzoiwu, C. C Umeogu. (2017, January), "An Analysis of Seasonal Quality of Lakes Atama and Iyiocha on Awka-Orlu Upland, Anambra State Nigeria", , pp 977-981 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Departmental Laboratory Coordinator, "Department of Geography and Meteorology" (June, 2021) |
| 2 | Member of the Expanded WASH Management Committee, "National Water Resources Capacity Building Network South-East (NWRCBNet-SE) and Climate Change Centre" (June, 2021) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society" - 98269606 (member since 2023), https://www.ieee.org/profile/membershipandsubscription/showMembershipsAndSubscriptions.html |
| 2 | Life Member, "African Women in GIS" (member since 2019), https://africanwomeningis.org/ |
Relevant Events Attended
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| 1 | "61st Annual Conference: GEOGRAPHY AND THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS)", (ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIAN GEOGRAPHERS), 1st August, 2021 to 5th August, 2021; OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY ILE-IFE, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA |
| 2 | "ESRI User Conference", (ESRI), 12th July, 2021 to 15th July, 2021; Virtual |
| 3 | "2nd GEO BON Open Science Conference And 4th All Hands Meeting", (GEO BON), 6th July, 2020 to 10th July, 2020; Virtual |
| 4 | "Understanding Phenology With Remote Sensing", (NASA’s Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET)), 30th June, 2020 to 14th July, 2020; Virtual |
| 5 | "Forest Mapping And Monitoring With SAR Data", (NASA’s Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET)), 12th May, 2020 to 21st May, 2020; Virtual |
| 6 | "Satellite Remote Sensing For Agricultural Applications", (NASA’s Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET)), 14th April, 2020 to 5th May, 2020; Virtual |
| 7 | "Using The UN Biodiversity Lab To Support National Conservation And Sustainable Development Goals", (NASA’s Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET)), 24th March, 2020 to 7th April, 2020; Virtual |
| 8 | "Earth Observation For Indigenous-Led Land Management", (NASA’s Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET)), 5th February, 2019 to 19th February, 2019; Virtual |