Miss. Josephine Chigbolum Ohuche
Miss. Josephine Chigbolum Ohuche is a LECTURER I in APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BREWING Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Address: | Applied Microbiology And Brewing, Faculty Of Bio-sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF BIO-SCIENCES |
Department/Sub-Unit: | APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BREWING |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2021 to February, 9999 |
| 2 | Assistant Lecturer, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA February, 2020 to February, 2021 |
| 3 | SALES EXECUTIVE, LAMPS AND LOTS LIMITED February, 2013 to December, 2014 |
| 4 | Teacher, INTEGRATED DATA SERVICE LIMITED (IDSL-NNPC) July, 2012 to July, 2013 |
| 5 | Assistant Production Officer, SPLENDA FOODS LIMITED June, 2009 to June, 2010 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ajogwu, T.M.C., Ohuche, J. C., Umeh, S.O., and Ngah, O. C.. (2023, December), "Bacteriological Assessment of Awarawa Tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum) Consumed in Awka, South Eastern Nigeria", International Journal of Research & Scientific Innovation IJRSI, Vol. 10, (Issue 11), pp 540-546 |
| 2 | Nwiyi I.U.; Umeh, S.O.; Ogu, C.T.; Chidubem-Nwachinemere, N.O.; Ohuche, J.C.; Udenweze, E.C. and Ikegwuonu E.A. (2023, August), "MIXED FRUIT WINE PRODUCED FROM PINEAPPLE (Ananas comosus) AND WATERMELON (Citrullus lanatus) USING YEAST FROM RIPE SHADDOCK FRUITS", International Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 496-510 |
| 3 | Ohuche, J. C.; Ajogwu, T. M. C.; Umeh, S. O.. (2023, August), "Low Cyanide-High Protein Dry Fufu Powder Processed from Cassava using Starter Culture Isolated from the Fermenting Mash", International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 523-529 |
| 4 | Ohuche J.C., Ezeama, C.E. and Ntukidem, V. E.. (2022, October), "Effects of In-situ Storage and Fermentation on the Proximate Composition, Vitamin Content and Functional Properties of Mexican Yam Bean (Pachyrizus erosus) Tuberous Roots and their Flours”", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 40, (Issue 2), pp 1-15 |
| 5 | Ikegwu,O.J., Nwakor, G.C., Okoli, E.C., Okorie, P.A., Egbedike, C.N., and Ohuche, J.C.. (2022, October), "Influence of Germination Duration on the Chemical Composition, Amino Acid Profile and Functional Properties of Lablab Bean Seed Flour,", Nigerian Food Journal, Vol. 40, (Issue 2), pp 16-30 |
| 6 | O. A. Olaoye, J. C. Ohuche, A. C. Nwachukwu, U. V. Nwaigwe. (2022, December), "Development of Starter Culture for the Improvement in the Quality of Ogiri, a Food Condiment", HighTech& Innovation Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 1) |
| 7 | O. J. Ikegwu, P. A. Okorie, J.C. Ohuche, R. I. Atueke, H. and O.G. Anochima. (2021, October), "Moisture sorption isotherms and isosteric energy of Mahogany bean (Afzelia africana) flour", Nigerian Food Journal (NIFOJ), Vol. 39, (Issue 2), pp 95-111 |
| 8 | Ohuche J., Ezeama C., and Ntukidemc V.,. (2021, July), "Effect Of In- Situ Storage And Fermentation On The Microbial Population, Mineral Composition, And Anti-nutritional Properties Of American Yam Bean (Pachyrizus Erosus) Tubers And Their Flours", International Journal of Food Nutrition and Safety, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 10-27 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ozoh, C.N., Ohuche, J.C. and Ibekwe M.I. (2023, October), "Shelf-Life Determination of Smoked Fish Using Different Packaging Materials", |
| 2 | Bruce, S.O., IfedigboOnyinye, K. and Ohuche, J.C.. (2022, May), "Evaluation of the Pharmacogcostic, Phytochemicals and Antiulcer activity of the Ethanol crude extract and fractions of Picralimanitida (Apocynaceae) seed in Ethanol induced Ulcer in Wistar rats", 3rd International Conference, Southeast Zone, pp 72 |
| 3 | Umeh, S.O., Ohuche, J.C. and Okoye, P.A.. (2022, May), "Preliminary Investigation into the Characterization and Use of Digitaria exilis starch in Noodle making and yarn sizing", 3rd International Conference, Southeast Zone, pp 78 |
| 4 | Olaoye, O.A., J.C. Ohuche, A.C. Nwachukwu and E.C. Ekong.. (2021, October), "Influence of Roasting and Frying of Palm Weevil (Rhynchophorus phoenicis) Larvae on the Mineral and Vitamin Contents.", Nigerian Institute Food Science & Technology, Vol. 45, pp 329-331 |
| 5 | O. J. Ikegwu, P. A. Okorie, C.N. Egbedike, J.C. Ohuche, R. I. Atueke, H. I. Ibeogu and S. Eze. (2021, June), "Moisture Sorption Characteristics of Three Varieties of Okra", Regional Food Science and Technology Summit (ReFoSTS), pp 47-52 |
| 6 | O.A. Olaoye, J.C. Ohuche, A.C. Nwachukwu and E.C. Ekong. (2021, October), "PROXIMATE COMPOSITION AND SENSORY SCORES OF ROASTED AND FRIED PALM WEEVIL (Rhynchophorus phoenicis) LARVAE", |
| 7 | Ohuche J.C., and Ezeama C.F.. (2017, October), "Effects Of In-situ Storage And Fermentation On The Anti-nutrient Composition Of Flours Of American Yam Bean (Pachyrhizus Erosus) Tubers Cultivated In Southeastern Nigeria", Proceedings of the 41st NIFST Conference and Annual General Meeting, pp 391-392 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Chairman Departmental Dress Code Taskforce Committee, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (February, 2024) |
| 2 | Member, Accreditation Sub Committee, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2024) |
| 3 | Member, Nigerian Society for Microbiology Symposium, 2024, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2024) |
| 4 | Chairman, Nigerian Society for Microbiology 2024 Symposium Committee on Student Matters, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2024) |
| 5 | Publicity Sub-Committee, ReFOST, 2023, "Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, East Central Chapter" (April, 2023 to June, 2023) |
| 6 | Faculty of Biosciences Representative, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Committee on NDLEA" (June, 2023) |
| 7 | Assistant SIWES Coordinator, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2023 to January, 2024) |
| 8 | Member, Faculty of Biosciences International Conference Committee, "Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (December, 2023) |
| 9 | Deputy Director, "Nigerian Biological Safety Association, South East Zone" (November, 2023) |
| 10 | Deparmental Results Collation Officer, "Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2022) |
| 11 | Public Relation Officer, "Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology, East Central Chapter" (February, 2022) |
| 12 | Faculty of Biosciences Representative, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Committee on Dress Code for Students, Staff and Management" (July, 2021) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Nigerian Biological Safety Association" (member since 2023), https://nibsa.org.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nigerian Society for Microbiology" - NSM/22/ 713 (member since 2022), https://nsm.ng/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "Society for Applied Microbiology United Kingdom" - 456717 (member since 2022), https://appliedmicrobiology.org/ |
| 4 | Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Nigerian Universities (NAU)" (member since 2020), https://asuu.org.ng/ |
| 5 | Full Member, "Nigerian Institute of Food Science & Technology" - 18/13639/M (member since 2018), https://nifst.org/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "47th Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology Annual Conference and General Meeting.", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology), 17th October, 2023 to 20th October, 2023; Physical |
| 2 | "8th Annual Symposium & General Meeting", (Nigerian Society for Microbiology, South East Zonal Chapter), 28th June, 2023 to 29th June, 2023; University of Nigeria Nnsukka |
| 3 | "46th NIFST Conference and Annual General Meeting", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science & Technology), 17th October, 2022 to 21st October, 2022; Abuja |
| 4 | "Regional Food Science and Technology Summit (Refosts)", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science & Technology - East Central Chapter), 10th June, 2022 to 27th October, 2022; Enugu |
| 5 | "3rd International Conference, Southeast Zone", (Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD)), 10th May, 2022 to 13th May, 2022; Southeast Zone Nigeria |
| 6 | "45th NIFST Conference and Annual General Meeting", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science & Technology), 11th October, 2021 to 15th October, 2021; Makurdi Benue State |
| 7 | "First International Early Career Scientist Symposium", (International Union of Food Science and Technology), 15th September, 2021 to 16th September, 2021; Zoom |
| 8 | "Regional Food Science and Technology Summit (Refosts)", (Nigerian Institute of Food Science & Technology - East Central Chapter), 25th June, 2021 to 26th June, 2021; Enugu |
| Seminars | |
| 1 | "1st Departmental Lecture Series", (Department of Applied Microbiology & Brewing), 13th July, 2023 to 13th July, 2023; Needs Assessment Building Faculty of Biosciences |
| 2 | "Promotion Criteria Lecture", (Dean & Welfare Committee Faculty of Biosciences), 6th June, 2023 to 6th June, 2023; Needs Assessment Building Faculty of Biosciences |