Mr. Kingsley Kelechi Asogwa.

Mr. Kingsley Kelechi Asogwa. is an ASSISTANT LECTURER in APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Mr. Kingsley Kelechi Asogwa.

Staff Profile

I am Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi. A Lecturer II in the Department of Applied Biochemistry Biochemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. A researcher with keen interest in Antioxidants, Enzymes and phytomedicines

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Applied Biochemistry, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES
Department/Sub-Unit:
APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, June, 2018)
March, 2014 to June, 2018
MSc Medical Biochemistry
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2012)
October, 2008 to August, 2012
BSc. Applied Biochemistry
3Community Secondary School, Ede-Oballa. (SSCE, July, 2007)
September, 2001 to July, 2007
SSCE
4Unyasu Primary School, Opi Uno Nsukka. (FSLC, June, 2001)
September, 1995 to June, 2001
FSLC

Relevant/Working Experience

1Coordinator resource persons, Biosciences SIWES
December, 2022 to July, 2023
2Coordinator, Biosciences SIWES
June, 2021 to June, 2023

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Ubaoji K.I. and Asogwa K.K. (2017, September) Environmental Health And Disease. Thinker Publishers. Nig, Environmental Health and Disease. Standard Modern Biology 1st Edition. Chapter 16. Pp 242-255. Thinker Publishers. Nig. ISBN: 978- 978-8454-36-9, Vol. 16, pp 242-255
Journal Articles
1Ani O.N., Asogwa K.K. and Onyishi C.K.. (2023, April), "Evaluation of Vitamin composition and anti-inflammatory properties of Cucumber ( Cucumis sativus)peels", The Bioscientist, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 167-180
2Ani Onuabuchi Nnenna, Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi and Achikanu Cosmas Ezekaibeya. (2022, March), "Evaluation of bioactive compound content, in-vitro antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of ethanol extract of the seed of Cucumis metuliferus fruit", GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol. 18, (Issue 3), pp 113-125
3Ani Onuabuchi Nnenna, Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi and Ebere Immaculate Akpata. (2022, May), "Evaluation of the phytochemical content and antioxidant activity of watermelon juice", Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 22, pp 196-206
4Christian Izuchukwu Abuajah, Augustine Chima Ogbonna , Ezenwa James Chukeze , Christine Amaka Ikpeme and Kingsley Kelechi Asogwa. (2022, March), "A glucose oxidase peroxidase-coupled continuous assay protocol for the determination of cellulase activity in the laboratory: the Abuajah method", Analytical Biochemistry
5Michael Okey Enemali, Kingsley Ikechukwu Ubaoji, Gambo Sunday Haruna, Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi and Chinenye Enoch Oguazu. (2021, September), "Effect of leaf extracts of Carica papaya (paw paw) and Parkia biglobosa (African locust bean) on some biochemical parameters of albino rats", International journal of science and technology research archive, Vol. 1, (Issue 02), pp 014-021
6Irikannu Kindness C., Angus E. Onyido, Pauline Umeanaeto, Anthony Onyebueke, Chibumma Nzeukwu, Confidence U. Ogbonna, Dorothy A. Ezeagwuna and Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi. (2021, March), "Breeding ecology and physicochemical properties of mosquito breeding sites in Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria", Trends in Entomology, Vol. 17, (Issue 2021), pp 35-42
7Ubaoji Kingsley Ikechukwu* , Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi, Enemali Michael Okey, Oguazu Chinenye Enoch, Nwodika Amarachi Chinaza and Ezeanyaso Princess Mm. (2021, August), "In Vitro And In Vivo Antioxidant Effect Of Some Selected Alcoholic Bitters Sold In South East Nigeria", Public Science Framework, Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 92-99
8Ujah Innocent Izu chukwu and Ebulue Maximus Mayer Ani Onuabuchi Nnenna, Ani Okwudili, Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi , Onyishi Chukwuebuka Kenechukwu. (2020, April), "NUTRITIONAL PROFILE, BIOACTIVE COMPOUND CONTENT AND ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY OF ETHANOL LEAF EXTRACT OF EUCALYPTUS TERETICORNIS", European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 5), pp 61-73
9Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi, Ekwealor Kenneth Udeh Ani Onuabuchi Nnenna, Udedi Stanley Chidi and Anajekwu Benedette Azuka. (2020, August), "Inhibitory Potential And Antioxidant Activity Of Leaf Extract Of Vitex Doniana", African journal of biochemistry research, Vol. 14, (Issue 3), pp 72-80
10Udedi Stanley Chidi , Ani Onuabuchi Nnenna, Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi , Maduji Fitzcharles Chijindu and Okafor Clinton Nebolisa. (2020, June), "In-vitro And In-vivo Antioxidant Activity Of Ethanol Leaf Extract Of Justicia Carnea", International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review, Vol. 29, (Issue 4), pp 48-60
11Obiajulu Christian Ezeigwe, Favour Amarachi Nzekwe, Ogechukwu Frances Nworji, Chidinma Felicia Ezennaya, Ebele Lauretta Iloanya and Kingsley Kelechi A. (2020, August), "Effect Of Aqueous Extract Of F. Capensis Leaves And Its Combination With C. Aconitifolius Leaves On Essential Biochemical Parameters Of Phenylhydrazine-Induced Anemic Rats", Journal of Experimental Pharmacology, Vol. 12, pp 191-201
12Asogwa Kingsley Kelechi , Udedi Stanley Chidi, Ani Onuabuchi Nnenna and Ekwualor Kenneth Udeh. (2020, July), "Evaluation Of Micronutrient Composition And Antioxidant Effects Of The Extracts Of The Leaf Of Justicia Carnea", Sky journal of biochemistry research, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 021-031
13Onuabuchi Nnenna Ani, Stanley Chidi Udedi , Kelechi Kingsley Asogwa , Michael Okey Enemali , Chigozie Michael Onwelumadu and Kenneth Segun Ikedife. (2020, June), "Inhibitory Potential And Antidiabetic Activity Of Leaf Extracts Of Justicia Carnea", International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review, Vol. 29, (Issue 6), pp 34-45
14Asogwa KK , Enemali MO, Onuoha PN, Ani ON and Ubaoji KI. (2020, October), "In Vitro Antioxidant Effect Of Watermelon Seeds And Effect Of Its Oil On Serum Lipid Profile Of Albino Rats", International Journal of Biochemistry & Physiology, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 184
15Stanley C. Udedi , Martin C. Umeohia , Kingsley K. Asogwa and Kingsley I.Ubaoji. (2020, October), "Effects Of Ethanol Leaf Extracts Of Justicia Carnea On Reproductive Function Of Male Wistar Albino Rats.", IOSR Journal Of Pharmacy And Biological Sciences (IOSR-JPBS), Vol. 15, (Issue 5), pp 9-20
16Ifemeje J. C. and Asogwa K. K. Udedi S. C*., David E. E ., Igwilo I. O ., Ekwealor K. E ., Enemali M. O., Bamidele, T. O .. (2013, October), "Antidiarrhoeal Activity Of Cashew(Anacardiumoccidentale) Leaf Extract Enriched With Zinc In Wistar Albino.", Sky Journal of Biochemistry Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 6), pp 37-41
Conference Papers
1Asogwa K.K., Ilozue O.M., Okeke P.I., Aniedobe V.C., Nwakaeze F.E. and Ezekwesili, J.O.. (2023, January), "Biochemical Basis for the use of some Nigerian Herbs and Spices for Covid prevention", Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
2Udedi S.C., Ubaoji K.I., Nwoye L.O., Nwanosike C.E., Ihe C.O., Omorevbarhia O., Nwakaozo O.I., Egwuonwu F., Asogwa K.K. Obiano, F.U. and Ohamadike S.. (2012, August), "Polyphenol Content And Antioxidant Activity Of Ziziphus Mauritiana Fruit. 32nd Annual Scientific Conference Of NSBMB", NSBMB, pp 15, Book of Abstracts
3Udedi S.C., Ubaoji K.I., Asogwa K.K., Aduaka V.C., Emmanuel M.O., Morah O.D., Nwozor K O., Enwedo J.P., Anyanwu N.W., Anumba C.A., Umekesiobi C.M.and. (2012, August), "Free Radical Scavenging And Inhibition Of Lipid Peroxidation Of Landolphia Dulcis Fruit", 32nd Annual Scientific Conference of NSBMB, Book of Abstracts, pp 89

Academic Leadership Qualities

Grants
1Awardee: "Antiplasmodial activities of decoctions and ethyl cellulose encapsulated essential oils from two Nigerian aromatic herbs" (August, 2022 to December, 2022). Completed sponsored grant by TETfund
Contributions to the University/Society
1SIWES students Coordinator, "Biosciences Central Laboratory" (July, 2021 to November, 2022)

Relevant Events Attended

Conference
1"Post Covid-19 Resilience, the Role of Biosciences", (Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 10th January, 2023 to 11th January, 2023; ASUU NAU Secretariat complex, Unizik Awka
Workshop
1"Molecular and Phenotypic Characterization of Antibiotic Resistance Using Biofilm Markers", (Centre for Molecular Biosciences and Biotechnology, Michael Okpara University, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria in Collaboration with Nottingham Trent University, UK), 3rd April, 2023 to 6th April, 2023; Centre for Molecular Biosciences and Biotechnology, Michael Okpara University, Umudike