Dr. Ijeoma Monica Izundu
Dr. Ijeoma Monica Izundu is a LECTURER I in APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BREWING Department, Faculty Of Bio-sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
MY NAME IS IZUNDU IJEOMA MONICA. FROM AGULUEZECHUKWU. AN ASSISTANT LECTURER I DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BREWING. I am also a researcher that aimed at solving antimicrobial resistance using medicinal plants and herbs.. My motto is "I CAN"
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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
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2022) February, 2016 to December, 2021 |
| 2 | Our Lady's Model Primary School Nkpor. (FSLC, February, 2018) September, 1992 to August, 1996 |
| 3 | National Open University. (Post-Graduate Degree, March, 2017) January, 2016 to December, 2016 Pgde |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, December, 2014) September, 2011 to December, 2014 Msc Applied Microbiology |
| 5 | Anam Bra State University, Uli. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2011) May, 2005 to October, 2009 BSc Microbiology |
| 6 | Social Center Secondary School Onitsha. (NECO, June, 2004) September, 1997 to June, 2004 |
| 7 | Social Center Secondary School Onitsha. (SSCE, June, 2004) September, 1997 to June, 2004 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | AGYW Counselor Tester Volunteer, Anambra State Ministry of Health January, 2023 to January, 2023 |
| 2 | HOD department and Biology teacher, St Micheal's Comprehensive Secondary School, Nimo January, 2020 to September, 2020 |
| 3 | HOD Biology department and Biology teacher, St Joseph Special Science And Seminary School, Awkaetiti April, 2016 to December, 2019 |
| 4 | JUPEB biology Tutor, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2016 to August, 2020 |
| 5 | Biology teacher, Osezele Group Of Schools, Ilasamaja, Mushim, Lagos September, 2012 to March, 2015 |
| 6 | Biology/Agricultural science/ basic science teacher, New World Group Of Schools, Savio. Onitsha September, 2011 to August, 2013 |
| 7 | NYSC, Nigeria Institution Of Medical Research, Yaba, Lagos March, 2010 to March, 2011 |
| 8 | IT student, Infirmary Diagnostic Center, Ilasamaja ,Mushin, Lagos February, 2008 to June, 2008 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Emeka Joseph Emmanuel, Azorji Johnpaul Nwawuike, Arodiogbu Francis Uche, Izundu ijeaman monica. (2025, June), "biosorptio potential of breadfriut husk for remediation crude oil contaminated soil", Asian Science Bullet, pp 128 |
| 2 | Opara Nnaemeka Kelechi, Ekesiobi Anthony Obinna, Anyaegbunam Lucy C., Ugagu Gerald Mmaduabuchi, Nzeagwu Maximus Obinna, Echeta Maryrose Ogechi, Ochuba Emmanuel Emeka, Umejiego Ikenna Bruno, Izundu Ijeoma Monica, Tony-Nze Chizoba Precious. (2025, June), "p;revalence of intetinal parasitic infection among children and feacal contamination of primary school premises imo state", BIOSCENE |
| 3 | Umeh, Sarah I, Enwuru, Chika P , Echeta Maryrose O, Udensi Justina U , Agbayim Precious, Korie Maximus C , Mbanu Gloria E , Iheme Patricia O , Opara Nnaemeka K, Ochuba Emmanuel E , Ochia Angela M, Izundu Ijeoma M ,Onyema Clifford T ,Ekesiobi Anthony O, Echeta Desmond O. (2024, December), "Yogurt Consumed In Owerri And Potential For Transmission Of Pathogenic Microorganisms.", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 27, (Issue 6), pp 353-359 |
| 4 | Clement Raphael Onoja, Chizoba Sophia Ezedinma, Kennedy Emeka Amuneke, Ijeoma Monica Izundu…. (2023, January), "Microbiological Status and Physico Chemical Parameters of Fish and Water Samples across Selected Farms in South East Nigeria", ASRIC JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 175 |
| 5 | Clement Raphael Onoja, Chizoba Sophia Ezedinma, Kennedy Emeka Amuneke, Ijeoma Monica Izundu. (2023, January), "Microbiological Status and Physico Chemical Parameters of Fish and Water Samples across Selected Farms in South East Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 6 | I.M.Izundu, C.O.Anyamene, N.C.N Okoro, O. I. Okafor, M. O. Echeta. (2021, September), "Wound healing and Antimicrobial effects of Azadirachta indica leaves extracts on Escherichia coli infected Diabetic wounds using Albino rat Model", Journal of Advances in Microbiology |
| 7 | Okonkwo, I. F., Okoro, N. C. N., Izundu, M. I. (2021, August), "Evaluation of the grain and malting properties of four recently improved sorghum varities", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 8 | MaryRose O. Echeta, Charity A. Oyeka, Cioma N. Nwofor, Nathaniel E. Onyenwe, Maximus C. Korie, Ijeoma M. Izundu, Maximus O. Nzeagwu. (2021, October), "Antifungal Susceptibility profile of Candida clinical isolates from prison inmates in Owerri, Southeast, Nigeria", SothEastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development |
| 9 | M. I. Izundu, C. O. Anyamene, E. A. Kyrian-Ogbonna, O. R. Umeh and I. U. Nwiyi. (2021, August), "Inhibitory Effects Of Azadirachta Indica (Neem) And Bryophyllum Pinnatum (Oda Opue) Leaves Extracts On Staphylococcus Aureus Isolated From Infected Wound Samples", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 10 | Edeoga C. O., Ejo, J. E., Anukworji, C. A., Ani, C. E, Izundu, M. I.. (2020, July), "Antioxidant Effects Of Mixed Doses Of Vitamin B12 And E On Male Wistar Albino Rats Infected With Trypanosoma Brucei Brucei", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 11 | M.O. Nwachukwu, J. N. Azorji, A. A. Ukaoma, P. C. Onyebuagu, M. I. Izundu. (2020, June), "Evaluating The Ecology And Distribution Of Snail Hosta Of Schistosoma At The Water Bodies In Ihitte Uboma Area Of Imo State", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 12 | M.O. Nwachukwu, J. N. Azorji, P. C. Onyebuagu, R. I. A. Nnadozie, M. I. Izundu. (2020, July), "Microbiological Quality Of Food Sold In Different Grades Of Mobile Food Vendors And Canteens In Owerri Metropolis", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 13 | M.O. Nwachukwu, J. N. Azorji, P. C. Onyebuagu, R. I. A. Nnadozie, M. I. Izundu. (2020, July), "Effect Of Foliar Application Of Ginger (Zinger Officinales) On Shoot And Fruit Borer (Leucinodes Orbonalist Quen) Of Egg Plant (Solana Me Longer L. And Solanumber Gilo. I)", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Izundu M.I, Anyamene C.O., Kyrian-Ogbonna E. A, Nwiyi I U.. (2021, September), "Inhibitory effects of Azadirachta indica and Bryophyllum pinnatum leaves extracts on Staphylococcus aureus isolated from infected wound samples", |
| 2 | Abana, C. C, Anyamene C. O, Kyrian-Ogbonna E.A, Izundu M. I. (2015, September), "Prevalence of Salmonella enteritis in Chicken Eggs from Different Poultry Farms in Awka, Anambra State", |
| 3 | Izundu M I, Anyamene C O. Abana C, Niemogha M. (2015, September), "Antimicrobial Susceptibility and plasmid profile of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from patients attending different diagnostic laboratories in Onitsha", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Collaborator: "Therapeutic evaluation of Trona Alum brimstone and blue vitriol for treatment of superficial surgical site infection" (August, 2025 to June, 2026). Completed sponsored grant by TETFUND |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Faculty pg defence" (June, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nideria" - 1361218 (member since 2020), https://trcn.gov.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nigeria society for Microbiology" - 10110 (member since 2015), https://nsm.ng/subscribe |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "NSM 43rd Conference And General Meeting", (Nigeria Society for Microbiology), 6th September, 2021 to 10th September, 2021; University of Portharcout |
| 2 | "38th NSM Annual General Meeting And Conference On Role Of Microbes In National Economic Transformation", (Nigeria Society for Microbiology), 1st September, 2015 to 5th September, 2015; UNILAG |
| Workshop | |
| 1 | "Workshop On Improving Students' Academic Performance In JUPEB Examinations", (JOINT UNIVERSITY PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION BOARD (JUPEB)), 3rd December, 2018 to 4th December, 2018; FUTO |