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Detection and quantitative microbial risk assessment of pathogenic Vibrio cholerae in a river used for drinking, domestic, fresh produce irrigation and recreational purposes (2024)
Journal Article
Ozochi, C. A., Okonkwo, C. C., Adukwu, E., Adukwu, E. C., Ujor, V. C., Enebe, M. C., & Chigor, V. N. (2024). Detection and quantitative microbial risk assessment of pathogenic Vibrio cholerae in a river used for drinking, domestic, fresh produce irrigation and recreational purposes. Discover Water, 4(1), Article 7. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43832-024-00059-z

Cholera infection results from the ingestion of water or food contaminated with toxigenic Vibrio cholerae. This study evaluated the occurrence of toxigenic V. cholerae in Asata River, Enugu Metropolis, Nigeria, and estimated V. cholerae infection ris... Read More about Detection and quantitative microbial risk assessment of pathogenic Vibrio cholerae in a river used for drinking, domestic, fresh produce irrigation and recreational purposes.

Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits (2023)
Journal Article
Nnaji, P. T., Adukwu, E., Morse, H. R., & Chidugu-Ogborigbo, R. U. (2023). Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits. PLoS ONE, 18(12), Article e0294931. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0294931

The marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis is a globally distributed and invasive species with extensive filter-feeding characteristics. The symbiotic relationship fostered between the sea sponge and the inhabiting microorganism is key in the production... Read More about Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits.

Strategies used for decolonising the conservation curriculum: A systematic review (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Jaggon, K., & Adukwu, E. (2023, December). Strategies used for decolonising the conservation curriculum: A systematic review. Poster presented at British Ecological Society Annual Meeting 2023, Belfast

Decolonisation is the process of undoing the effects of colonialism and the conservation industry, along with university institutions, have identified a need for decolonisation. However, with a lack of clarity on how to decolonise, many in the conser... Read More about Strategies used for decolonising the conservation curriculum: A systematic review.

The effects of commercially available herbal teas on the human microbiota (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Okeyoyin, O. R., O, G., & E, A. (2023, November). The effects of commercially available herbal teas on the human microbiota. Presented at Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists (ABRCMS) conference, Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Background: For centuries, herbal teas have been consumed by people of all ages and has been used for therapy in different civilisations and medical systems such as the Chinese, Indian, indigenous, and African. The aphorism- ‘Nature is the best chemi... Read More about The effects of commercially available herbal teas on the human microbiota.

Comparison of the effects of antibiotics and essential oils against Acinetobacter baumannii in planktonic and biofilm conditions (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Salim, J., Nariapara, V., Adukwu, E., & Snook, A. (2023, November). Comparison of the effects of antibiotics and essential oils against Acinetobacter baumannii in planktonic and biofilm conditions. Poster presented at Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritised Scientists, Phoenix, AZc, USA

Background: Acinetobacter baumannii is a common nosocomial pathogen causing pneumonia, bacteraemia, wound and urinary tract infections. Due to improper and frequent antibiotic use A. baumannii has become multi-drug resistant, the World Health Organi... Read More about Comparison of the effects of antibiotics and essential oils against Acinetobacter baumannii in planktonic and biofilm conditions.

The enterprising academic: Embodying enterprise value among UWE staff across disciplines (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Urzelai, B. (2023, November). The enterprising academic: Embodying enterprise value among UWE staff across disciplines. Paper presented at ISBE Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship Conference (Track: Enterprise Education), Aston University, Birmingham

There are many new demands on academics. One of these is to embed enterprise and entrepreneurship education within a range of different academic disciplines. Intergovernmental, governmental and professional organisations, as well as management expert... Read More about The enterprising academic: Embodying enterprise value among UWE staff across disciplines.

Diversity and inclusion: Creating a culture of equity in the biosciences (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Adukwu, E. (2023, September). Diversity and inclusion: Creating a culture of equity in the biosciences. Presented at Bioscience Education Summit 2023, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK

Abstract: Globally, science remains exclusive and inequalities continue for minoritised communities in the UK, US and across the world. Access to learning resources, quality of learning experiences and graduate outcomes continues to impact minoritise... Read More about Diversity and inclusion: Creating a culture of equity in the biosciences.

The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Okeyoyin, O. R., Adukwu, E., & Gould, O. (2023, July). The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism. Presented at Microbiology Society Early Career Microbiologists’ Forum Summer Conference, Bristol, UK

Background: For centuries, herbal teas have been consumed by people of all ages and has been used for therapy in different civilisations and medical systems such as the Chinese, Indian, indigenous, and African. The aphorism- ‘Nature is the best chemi... Read More about The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism.

The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Okeyoyin, O. R., Adukwu, E., & Gould, O. (2023, May). The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism. Poster presented at Letters in Applied Microbiology ECS Research Symposium, Queens University, Belfast, UK

Background: For centuries, herbal teas have been consumed by people of all ages and has been used for therapy in different civilisations and medical systems such as the Chinese, Indian, indigenous, and African. The aphorism- ‘Nature is the best chemi... Read More about The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism.

The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Okeyoyin, O. R., Adukwu, E., & Gould, O. (2023, April). The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism. Poster presented at Pukka Herbs- Lipton Tea and Infusions Science Event,, Royal Society, London, UK

Background: For centuries, herbal teas have been consumed by people of all ages and has been used for therapy in different civilisations and medical systems such as the Chinese, Indian, indigenous, and African. The aphorism- ‘Nature is the best chemi... Read More about The effects of herbal teas and supplements on the human microbiota and metabolism.

Investigating the effects of herbal teas on the microbial flora and metabolism (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Okeyoyin, R., Gould, O., & Adukwu, E. (2023, March). Investigating the effects of herbal teas on the microbial flora and metabolism. Presented at Centre of Research and Bioscience (CRIB) Conference, University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, UK

Background: For centuries, herbal teas have been consumed by people of all ages and has been used for therapy in different civilisations and medical systems such as the Chinese, Indian, indigenous, and African. The aphorism- ‘Nature is the best chemi... Read More about Investigating the effects of herbal teas on the microbial flora and metabolism.

PhD candidate? Why and how to develop a career plan (2023)
Journal Article
Adukwu, E. (2023). PhD candidate? Why and how to develop a career plan

After several conversations with some PhD students/candidates, I was struck by one common thread – the lack of awareness or astuteness in planning or developing their own careers, and lack of confidence in seeking help.

Variations in bacteriological and physicochemical water quality characteristics of Asata River, Enugu, Nigeria (2023)
Journal Article
Ozochi, C., Nwankwo, C., Enemuor, S., Chidebelu, P., Adukwu, E., & Chigor, V. (2023). Variations in bacteriological and physicochemical water quality characteristics of Asata River, Enugu, Nigeria. Microbiology Journal, 13(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.3923/mj.2023.1.10

Background and Objective: Globally, river water remains an important source of water for drinking, domestic and other uses. This study aimed to assess the bacteriological and physicochemical properties of Asata River water. Materials and Methods: A... Read More about Variations in bacteriological and physicochemical water quality characteristics of Asata River, Enugu, Nigeria.

Making the uncomfortable comfortable - Changing culture to ensure inclusion in science (2022)
Presentation / Conference
Adukwu, E. (2022, November). Making the uncomfortable comfortable - Changing culture to ensure inclusion in science. Presented at Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists, Anaheim, California

Globally, science remains exclusive and inequalities continue for minoritized communities in the UK, US and across the world. Access to learning resources, quality of learning experiences and graduate outcomes continues to impact minoritized staff an... Read More about Making the uncomfortable comfortable - Changing culture to ensure inclusion in science.

I care (2022)
Exhibition / Performance
Adukwu, E. I care. [Film]. 31 October 2022 - 31 October 2022. (Unpublished)

Inspiring Stories by Inspiring People took place on 31 October 2022. The showcase of Black Professionals in the College of Health, Science & Sciety at UWE Bristol was organised as part of Black History Month. A featured short film was ‘I Care’, a... Read More about I care.

Celebrating Excellence (2022)
Physical Artefact
Adukwu, E., Airey, A., Sanderson Bellamy, A., Okeyoyin, O., & Savvantoglou, A. Celebrating Excellence. [Booklet constructed using the 'Canva' software]. UWE Bristol

Inspiring Stories of Excellence: A Showcase of Black Heritage Professionals in the College of Health, Science & Society at UWE Bristol Black History Month (BHM) presents an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and history of Black people and... Read More about Celebrating Excellence.

Systematic review of surveillance systems for AMR in Africa (2022)
Journal Article
Okolie, O., Igwe, U., Ismail, S., Uzairue, L., & Adukwu, E. C. (2022). Systematic review of surveillance systems for AMR in Africa. Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, 78(1), 31-51. https://doi.org/10.1093/jac/dkac342

AIMS: Surveillance is a useful tool for tracking antimicrobial resistance (AMR) trends, patterns, therapeutic and policy interventions. Proper correlation of surveillance data gives meaningful insight into the underlying epidemiology and facilitates... Read More about Systematic review of surveillance systems for AMR in Africa.

Effectiveness of the human oral microbe identification microarray in identifying periodontal pathogens: A Systematic review (2022)
Journal Article
Udoh, S., Adukwu, E., Varadi, A., & Saad, S. (2022). Effectiveness of the human oral microbe identification microarray in identifying periodontal pathogens: A Systematic review. Applied Microbiology, 2(3), 614-625. https://doi.org/10.3390/applmicrobiol2030047

The aim of this review was to investigate the effectiveness of the Human Oral Microbe Identification Microarray (HOMIM) in identifying and quantifying bacterial species of the oral microbiome in periodontal disease. The search for articles was conduc... Read More about Effectiveness of the human oral microbe identification microarray in identifying periodontal pathogens: A Systematic review.

Evaluation of microbial viability and nucleic acid integrity after exposure to new molecular transport medium (Σ-MM™) (2022)
Report
Elcocks, E., Qadir, S., & Adukwu, E. (2022). Evaluation of microbial viability and nucleic acid integrity after exposure to new molecular transport medium (Σ-MM™). Medical Wire & Equipment LTD

A range of organisms (bacteria and yeasts) were inoculated into Sigma MMTM. The inoculum was then aliquoted into TSB broth at 1 minute and 2 minutes to assess for turbidity indicating growth over a 10 day period. A separate aliquot was also removed f... Read More about Evaluation of microbial viability and nucleic acid integrity after exposure to new molecular transport medium (Σ-MM™).