Senior Lecturer, Biochemistry Department

Dr Chidi U. Igwe


Dr Chidi Uzoma Igwe

Senior Lecturer

B.Sc., MMLS, PhD, AIMLS, FMLSCN
Mobile Number: +2348066075587
Email: chidi.igwe@futo.edu.ng; igwechidi9@gmail.com

 

Biography

Dr Chidi Uzoma Igwe is a seasoned academic, researcher and teacher with a research interest in Clinical/Medical, Forensic and Molecular Biochemistry studies. He holds a B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Biochemistry, Master’s degree in Clinical Chemistry and PhD in Medical Biochemistry from Abia State University, Uturu – Abia State, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma – Edo State and the Federal University of Technology, Owerri – Imo State respectively. He is a certified Medical Laboratory Scientist and, an Examiner for and a Fellow of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN). He has attended and presented papers in many local and international conferences and workshops and has anchored much continuing professional development (CPD) courses for clinical biochemists and medical laboratory scientists. He has published over 70 scholarly articles in national and international journals and has written many book chapters in mainstream University texts on General Biochemical Techniques and Clinical Biochemistry. A researcher and university lecturer with several years of experience. He has taught at Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma, and Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State. He has successfully supervised many undergraduate and postgraduate theses. He is a Christian and Knight of Saint Mulumba (KSM) Nigeria. Dr Igwe is happily married with 3 lovely children.

 

Academic Qualification

  • Doctorate: PhD BIOCHEMISTRY (2012)
  • Master’s degree: MASTERS IN CLINICAL CHEMISTRY (2003)
  • B.Sc.: B.Sc. BIOCHEMISTRY (1995)

Professional Qualifications

  • FELLOW OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE COUNCIL OF NIGERIA (FMLSCN) IN CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY (2012).
  • ASSOCIATE OF INSTITUTE MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES (AIMLS) IN CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY (2001).

Honours/Awards

  • Dynamic Staff Adviser Award 2016, presented by Nigerian Society of Biochemistry Students, Department of Biochemistry, FUTO Chapter.

Research Grants Won

  • Ojiako OA, Igwe CU and Nwaogu LA (2007)
    • Topic: Biochemical and Physiological Studies of a Labour-inducing Herbal Preparation.
    • Awarding Institution: Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO).
  • Nwachukwu N., Igwe CU, et al (of Biochemistry Department, FUTO) (2009)
    • Topic: Anti-diabetic Properties of Lesser-Known Leafy Vegetables of South Eastern Nigeria.
    • Awarding Institution: Science and Technology Education Post-Basic Programme (STEP-B) of the World Bank.

Membership of Professional Association

  • Member, Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB)
  • Member, Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN)
  • Member, Society for Experimental Biology of Nigeria (NISEB).

Courses Assigned to Teach:

Several including:

  • BCH 312 (Introduction to Clinical Biochemistry);
  • BCH 304 (Biophysics);
  • BCH 309 (Immunology and Immunochemistry);
  • BCH 503 (Phytobiochemistry);
  • BCH 511 (Cell and Tissue culture techniques);
  • BCH 504 (Biochemical Reasoning), and advanced courses at postgraduate levels in areas of Clinical Biochemistry, Molecular Biology techniques, Instrumentation, Research methods and Biostatistics, and Forensic Biochemistry, etc

Experience

  • July 2019 – to date: Coordinator, Pre-Degree Unit, FUTO
    • Duties: To oversee the admission and training of Pre-Degree students of FUTO as well as the staff of the Unit.
  • July 2019 – to date:       Adjunct Senior Lecturer with Department of Biochemistry, Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State.
    • Duties:     Teaching of postgraduate and undergraduate lectures, research and community development.
  • May 2018 – April 2019: Sabbatical Senior Lecturer with Department of Biochemistry, Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State.
    • Duties:     Teaching of postgraduate and undergraduate lectures, University/faculty/departmental administrative responsibilities, research and community development.
  • Oct. 2014 till date:          Senior Lecturer, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State.
    • Duties:     As in (iii) above.
  • 2011 – 2014:        Lecturer I, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State.
    • Duties:     Teaching of postgraduate and undergraduate lectures, research and community development.
  • 2008 – 2011:        Lecturer II, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State.
    • Duties:     Teaching of undergraduate lectures, research and community development.
  • 2005 – 2008:        Assistant Lecturer, Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State.
    • Duties:     As in (vi) above.
  • 2004 – 2005:       Assistant Lecturer, Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Ambrose Alli University, Edo State.
    • Duties:     Teaching of undergraduate lectures, preparation and demonstration of chemical pathology and medical biochemistry practical.
  • 2002 – 2004:       Medical Scientist II, Diagnostic and Research Laboratory, Ambrose Alli University, Edo State.
    • Duties:     Routine chemical pathology tests and demonstration of chemical pathology and medical biochemistry practical.
  • 1999 – 2001:       Internee, Federal College of Veterinary and Medical Laboratory Technology, Vom, Plateau State.
    • Duties:     Routine clinical laboratory tests and preparation of materials for laboratory practical.
  • 1996 – 1999:       Production Manager, Pamrose Industries Ltd, Kano State.
    • Duties:     Administration, supervision of 12 production staff and quality control of products (Bread wrappers and sachet water).
  • 1995 – 1996:       Youth Corper, Ringim General Hospital, Jigawa State.
    • Duties:     Routine clinical laboratory tests.

Research Interest

  • Medicinal Application of Plants and functional foods.
  • Molecular basis of Tropical and Metabolic Diseases.
  • Application of Biochemical Markers in Diagnosis of Tropical and Metabolic Diseases.

Publications

  1. Ogbuagu, U., Igwe, C.U., Nwaogu, L.A., Airaodion, A.I. and Ogbuagu, E.O. (2020). Chemical content and antioxidant potential of aqueous extract of Irish potato tubers traditionally used for ulcer treatment in Nigeria. International Research Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology 3(1): 10 -18.
  2. Igwe CU, Nwachukwu N, Otaba M, Olunkwa EU, and Nwaogu LA. (2019). Determination of the protein quality, mineral bioavailability and mineral safety index of Jatropha curcas leaf. Tropical Journal of Applied Natural Sciences 2(3): 1-9.
  3. Igwe CU, Nwaogu LA, Olunkwa EU, Otaba MA, and Nwachukwu N. (2019). Multi-Organ Protective Effect of Aqueous Leaf Extracts of Euphorbia heterophylla and Jatropha curcas against Paracetamol-Induced Toxicity in Albino Rats. J Forensic Sci Toxicol. 2(1): 1007.
  4. Ojiako, O.A., Ujowundu, C.O., Alisi, C.S., Igwe, C.U.  and Ogbuji, C.A. (2018). South Eastern Nigeria Seafood Diets have desirable effects on Biochemical Indices of Experimental Rabbits. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 17: 421-426.
  5. Igwe, C.U., Alisi, C.S., Nwaoguikpe, R.N., Ojiako, A.O. and Onwuliri, V.A. (2017). Relationship between antisickling potency of edible African plants and their amino acid compositions. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 32(2): 110-119.
  6. Nwankwo, C.N., Igwe, C.U., Emejulu, A.A. and Onwuliri, V.A. (2017). Demographic and Anthropometric Indices of Male and Female Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Anambra State, Nigeria. FUTOJNLS 3(2): 126-138.
  7. Ujowundu, C.O., Igwe, C.U., Alisi, C.S., Nwaogu, L.A., Ogbuagu, H.D. and Onwuliri, V.A. (2017). Detoxification potentials of an alcoholic bitter on carbon tetrachloride-induced oxidative damage in wistar albino rats. African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology 11(31): 368-376.
  8. Igwe, C.U., Emejulu, A.A., Nwankwo, C.N. and Onwuliri, V.A. (2017). Alterations in Lipid Profile and Atherogenic Predictor Indices of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. Biochemistri 29(2): 44-53.
  9. Nwaogu, L.A., Igwe, C.U., Ujowundu, C.O., Obasi, K.U. and Okeke, U.L. (2017). Chemical Composition of Siegesbeckia orientalis: A Valuable, but less known Ethnomedicinal Plant. Biochemistri 29(2): 54-60.
  10. Igwe CU, Nwaogu LA, Ezeokeke EE, Iheme CI, and Alison LN (2017). Effect of Ethanol Leaf Extract of Moringa oleifera on Oxidative Stress and Atherogenic Indices of Otapiapia-Exposed Albino Rats. Journal of Clinical Toxicology 7: 350. doi:10.4172/2161-0495.1000350.
  11. Ibegbulem, C.O., Ene, A.C., Nwankpa, P., Chikezie, P.C. and Igwe, C.U. (2017). Effect of Wood Charcoal Powder on Rate of Microbial Production of Lactic Acid in Dehulled and Undehulled Vigna unguiculata Pastes. Journal of Nutrition & Food Sciences 7: 587. doi:10.4172/2155-9600.1000587.
  12. Igwe CU, Nwaogu L, Olunkwa EU, Otaba M, and Onwuliri V (2017). Atherogenic and Haematologic Indices of Paracetamol-overdosed Albino Rats Treated with Aqueous Leaf Extracts of Euphorbia heterophylla and Jatropha curcas. Journal of Clinical Toxicology 7: 344. doi:10.4172/2161-0495.1000344.
  13. Ezeokeke, E.E., Ene, A.C. and Igwe, C.U. (2017). Sub-acute studies of Alchornea cordifolia Leaf Extract in Swiss Albino Rats. Journal of Analytical & Bioanalytical Techniques 8: 353. doi: 10.4172/2155-9872.1000353.
  14. Igwe, C.U., Iheme, C.I., Alisi, C.S., Nwaogu, L.A., Ibegbulem, C.O. and Ene, A.C. (2016). Lipid profile and atherogenic predictor indices of albino rabbits administered coconut water as antidote to paracetamol overdose. Journal of Coastal Life Medicine 4(12): 974 – 979. https://doi.org/10.12980/jclm.4.2016J6-223.
  15. Nwaogu, L.A., Igwe, C.U., Ibegbulem, C.O. and Udebuani, A.C. (2016). Effect of seed and pulp aqueous extracts of Citrullus colocynthis on Oxidative Stress Parameters of Albino Rats. NISEB Journal 16(3): 104-109.
  16. Igwe, C.U., Ibegbulem, C.O., Nwaogu, L.A., Ujowundu, C.O. and Ene, A.C. (2016). Chemical composition and bioavailability of zinc and iron in kunu-zaki, a Nigerian traditional beverage. International Journal of Pharmacology, Phytochemistry and Ethnomedicine 3: 9-19. doi: 10.18052/www.scipress.com/IJPPE.3.9.
  17. Emejulu, A.A., Alisi, C.S., Asiwe, E.S., Igwe, C.U., Nwogu, L.A. and Onwuliri, V.A. (2016). Renal and Hepato-protective effects of Irvingia gabonensis Juice on sodium fluoride-induced toxicity in Wistar Rats. Journal of Clinical Toxicology 6(2): 296. http://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2161-0495.1000296.
  18. Igwe C.U. (2015). Assessment of the Protein Quality of Some Edible Insects and Mollusks as Potential Food Sources. FUTO Journal Series (FUTOJNLS) 1(2): 293-303.
  19. Igwe, C.U., Okafor, P., Ibegbulem, C.O. and Okwara, J.E. (2015) Effect of Pre-eclampsia on Plasma and Erythrocytic Divalent Cation Concentrations and Their Bioenergetics of Transport. Asian Journal of Medical Sciences 6(2): 18-23.
  20. Nwaoguikpe, R.N., Ujowundu, C.O., Igwe, C.U. and Dike, P.N. (2015). The effects of Moringa oleifera Leaves Extracts on Sickle Cell Hemoglobin. Journal of Scientific Research & Reports 4(2): 123 – 132.
  21. Iheme, C.I., Nwaoguikpe, R.N., Abanobi, S.E., Igwe, C.U., Udenze, E.C., Ezirim, A.U., Ihedimbu, C.P. and Ukairo, D.I. (2015). Changes in enzymes activites of soil samples exposed to electromagnetic radiations (EMR) from mobile phone. African Journal of Biochemistry Research 9(1): 1-8.
  22. Ezeokeke, E.E., Ene, A.C. and Igwe, C.U. (2015). In Vitro Anti-Plasmodial Effect of Ethanol and Aqueous Extracts of Alchornea cordifolia. Biochemistry & Analytical Biochemistry 4(4):221. doi 10.4172/2161-1009.1000221.
  23. Iheme, C.I., Nwaoguikpe, R.N., Igwe, C.U., Udenze, E.C., Ezirim, A.U., Ukairo, D.I. and Ihedimbu, C.P. (2015). Total Colony Counts of some Microorganisms in Soil Samples Exposed to Electromagnetic Radiations from Mobile Phones. International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review 6(4): 140-150.
  24. Okwu GN, Ogbonna CU, Ujowundu CO, Igwe KO, Igwe CU and Emejulu AA (2014). Protective Effect of Ethanol Leaf Extract of Combretum zenkari on Liver Functions of Albino Rats following Benzo(a)pyrene Exposure. Biological and Chemical Research 1(1): 16-25.
  25. Ene AC, Edeh NG, Bonny-Okoli C, Ojiako AO, Ujowundu CO and Igwe CU (2014). In vitro and In vivo Antitrypanosomal Effects of Picralima nitida. British Journal of Pharmaceutical Research 4(5): 644-653.
  26. Nwaogu LA, Igwe CU, Ujowundu CO, Emejulu AA, Iheme CI and Belonwu DC (2014). Biochemical Changes in Tissues of Telfaria occidentalis Leaves following Subchronic Exposure to some Heavy Metals. British Journal of Applied Science and Technology 4(9): 1424-1431.
  27. Igwe CU, Ojiako AO, Okwara JE, Emejulu AA and Nwaoguikpe RN (2014) Biochemical and Haematological Effects of Intake of Macrotermes   nigeriensis Fortified Functional Diet. Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences 17(2): 282-286. DOI: 10.3923/pjbs.2014.282.286.
  28. Ujowundu CO, Ihekweazu KL, Alisi CS, Ujowundu FN and Igwe CU (2014). Procarcinogens: Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Heavy Metal Content in some Locally Processed Foods in South Eastern Nigeria. British Journal of Applied Science and Technology 4(1): 249-260.
  29. Ibegbulem CO, Igwe CU, Eyong EU, Essien EU, Wegwu MO and Akachukwu D (2013). LDL-Cholesterol Lowering Effect of Terminalia littoralis Decoction: Hypothesized Mechanisms. Pharmacologia (UK) 4(1): 34-37. DOI: 10.5567/pharmacologia.2013.34.37.
  30. Igwe CU, Ibegbulem CO, Nwaogu LA, Ujowundu CO and Okwu GN (2013) Calcium, Zinc and Phytate Interrelationships in Four Lesser-Known African Seeds Processed into Food Condiments. Journal of Advances in Chemistry 4(1): 288-294.
  31. Ibegbulem CO, Igwe CU, Okwu GN, Ujowundu CO, Onyeike EN and Ayalogu EO (2013) Total Amino Acid Profiles of Heat-Processed Fresh Elaeis  guineensis  and Raphia  hookeri  Wines. Food Chemistry 138: 1616-1620.
  32. Alisi, CS, Ojiako, AO, Igwe CU, Ujowundu CO, Anugweje K, and Okwu GN (2012) Antioxidant content and free Radical Scavenging Activity of Honeys of Apis  mellifera of Obudu Cattle Ranch. International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review 2(4): 164-175.
  33. Igwe CU, Ojiako AO, Anugweje KC, Nwaogu LA and Ujowundu CO (2012) Amino acid profile of raw and locally processed seeds of Prosopis africana and Ricinus   communis: Potential Antidotes to protein malnutrition. Functional Foods in Health and Disease (USA), 2(4): 107-119.
  34. Anugweje KC, Ojiako AO, Igwe CU, Nwachukwu WA and Ogbuji CA (2012) Biochemical evaluation of the effects of Nigerian Polyherbal Preparation on Wistar Rabbits. Functional Foods in Health and Disease (USA), 2(6): 198-211.
  35. Igwe CU, Osuagwu CG, Onwuliri VA and Onyeze GOC (2012) Changes in Erythrocytic membrane free energy of albino rabbits administered ethanol leaf extract of Spondias mombin Linn. European Journal of Medicinal Plants 2(3): 199-208.
  36. Ojiako AO, Anugweje K, Igwe CU and Alisi CS (2012) Evaluation of the amino acid profile and haemoglobin polymerization inhibition potential of some Nigerian legumes. British Journal of Pharmaceutical Research 2(2): 80-88.
  37. Igwe CU, Ojiako AO, Nwaogu LA and Iwueke AV (2012) Evaluation of the antioxidant activity of African plants: Activity of the aqueous leaf extract of Spondias  mombin  Linn. Journal of Research in Pharmacology (India) 1: 001-009.
  38. Nwaogu LA, Iwueke AV, Igwe CU and Ihejirika CE (2012) Heavy Metal Pollution Mediated Oxidative Stress in Amaranthus  hybridus  Leaves. International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review 2(2): 78 – 86.
  39. Igwe CU, Ojiako AO, Emejulu AA and Iwueke AV (2012) Phytochemical analyses of plants traditionally used for malaria treatment in Southeastern Nigeria. Journal of Research in Biochemistry (India) 1: 015-022.
  40. Ojiako OA, Anugweje K, Igwe CU, Ogbuji CA, Alisi CS and Ujowundu CO (2012) Anti-sickling potential and amino acid profile of extracts from Nigerian Lagenaria  sphaerica, Mucuna  pruriens  and Cucurbita  pepo  Var  Styriaca. Journal of Research in Biochemistry (India) 1: 049-055.
  41. Ujowundu CO, Kalu FN, Igwe CU, Agha NC and Igwe KO (2012) Biochemical Studies on the Amelioration of Petroleum Product Intoxication with Indigenous Plants. International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review 2(2): 87-97.
  42. Nwaogu LA, Ibegbulem CO, Igwe CU, Emejulu AA, Okwu GN and Belonwu DC (2012) Iodine and Goitrogen contents of some selected Food Seasonings consumed in Nigeria. Journal of Research in Biochemistry (India) 1: 036-041.
  43. Ibegbulem CO, Nwaogu LA, Alisi CS, Igwe CU, Egbung GE and Chikezie PC (2012) Anti-aggregation effects of processed yellow and white Garri aqueous filtrates on Sickle Cell Trait Haemoglobin. Journal of Research in Biochemistry (India) 1: 047-052.
  44. Igwe CU, Ujowundu CO, Nwaogu LA, and Okwu GN (2011) Chemical Analysis of an Edible African Termite, Macrotermes  nigeriensis; a Potential Antidote to Food Security Problem. Biochemistry & Analytical Biochemistry (USA) 1:105. doi:10.4172/2161-1009.1000105.
  45. Onwuliri VA, Igwe CU, and Ojiako AO (2011) Effect of Aqueous Extract of Piper nigrum and Zingiber officinale on the Serum Cholesterol and Triacylglcerol Concentrations of Albino Rats. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 26(2): 75-80.
  46. Igwe CU, Onwuliri VA, Osuagwu CG, Onyeze GOC, and Ojiako OA (2011) Biochemical and Haematological Studies on the Ethanol Leaf Extract of Spondias  mombin  Linn. Biochemistry & Analytical Biochemistry (USA) 1:104. doi:10.4172/2161-1009.1000104.
  47. Igwe CU, Onwuliri VA, Ojiako AO and Arukwe U (2011) Effects of Macrotermes nigeriensis Based Diet on Hepatic and Serum Lipids of Albino Rats. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences 5(7): 906-910.
  48. Igwe CU, Onwuliri VA, Onyeze GOC and Osuagwu CG (2011) Spasmogenic Activity of Ethanolic Leaf Extract of Spondias  mombin  Linn on Isolated Uterine Muscle Strips of Rats: Possible Hormonal Mechanism of Action. Research Journal of Agriculture and Biological Sciences (Pakistan) 7(2): 228-233..
  49. Onwuliri VA, Igwe CU, Golu MD and Agha NC (2011) Assessment of the Quality of some edible vegetable oils consumed in Northern Nigeria. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences 5(7): 897-905.
  50. Nwaogu LA, Igwe CU, Ujowundu CO, Arukwe U, Ihejirika CE, and Iwueke AV (2011) Biochemical Changes in Tissues of Albino Rats following Subchronic Exposure to Crude Oil. Journal of Research in Biochemistry (India) 8: 617-623.
  51. Igwe CU, Onyeze GOC, Onwuliri VA, Osuagwu CG. and Ojiako OA. (2010) Evaluation of the Chemical Compositions of the leaf of Spondias mombin Linn from Nigeria. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences 4(5): 706-710.
  52. Iwueke AV, Nwodo OFC, Ojiako OA, Okwu GN, Nwogu LA and Igwe CU (2010) Modification of lipid peroxidation and oxidative stress in hepatocytes of diabetic rats treated with root extract of Sarcocephalus jatifolius  and Daniella oliveri.  Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences 4(8): 3578-3584.
  53. Emejulu, AA, Ujowundu CO, Igwe CU and Onwuliri, VA (2010) Hepatotoxicity of Antiretroviral Drugs in HIV Seropositive Nigerian Patients. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 4(9): 4275-4278.
  54. Ojiako OA, Igwe CU,  Agha NC, Ogbuji CA and Onwuliri VA (2010) Protein and Amino acid compositions of Sphenostylis  stenocarpa, Sesanum  indicum, Monodora  myristica and Afzelia  africana  seeds from Nigeria. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 9(4): 368-372.
  55. Ujowundu CO, Okafor OE, Agha NC, Nwaogu LA, Igwe KO and Igwe CU (2010) Phytochemical and Chemical Compositions of Combretum  zenkeri Leaves. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research (Kenya) 4(10): 965-968.. 
  56. Igwe CU, Ojiako OA, Nwaogu LA and Onyeze GOC (2009) Comparative Effects of Spondias mombin Leaf Extracts on Kidney Function Profile of Rabbits. Research Journal of Agriculture and Biological Sciences (Pakistan) 5(6): 1153-1161.
  57. Uhegbu FO, Igwe CU, Oze GO and Ojiako OA (2009) Comparative anti-malarial effects of Sulphadoxine/Pyrimethamine and aqueous leaf extracts of Carica papaya and Magnifera  indica in Mice. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 24(2): 29-31.
  58. Ojiako OA and Igwe CU (2009) A time-trend hypoglycemic study of ethanol and chloroform extracts of Strophanthus  hispidus. Journal of Herbs, Spices and Medicinal Plants (USA) 15: 1-8.
  59. Igwe CU, Ibegbulem CO, Ukwamedua H and Ikaraoha CI (2008) Features of Lipid Profile of Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Delta State. Nigerian Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 23(1): 25-29.
  60. Ojiako OA and Igwe CU (2008). The nutritive, anti-nutritive and hepatotoxic properties of Trichosanthes anguina (Snake tomato) fruits from Nigeria. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 7(1):85-89.
  61. Ujowundu CO, Igwe CU, Enemor VHA, Nwaogu LA and Okafor OE (2008) Nutritive and anti-nutritive properties of Boerhavia  diffusa  and Commelina  nudiflora  leaves. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition 7(1): 90-92.
  62. Nwaogu LA, Alisi CS, Igwe CU and Ujowundu CO (2008) A comparative study of the antimicrobial properties of the ethanolic extracts of Landolphia  owariensis  leaf and root. African Journal of Biotechnology (Kenya) 7(4):368-372.
  63. Nwaogu LA, Igwe CU, and Emejulu AA (2008) Effects of Landolphia  owariensis  leaf extract on the Liver Function Profile and Haemoglobin Concentration of Albino Rats. African Journal of Biochemistry Research (Kenya) 2(12): 240-242.
  64. Igwe CU, Duru LAD, Ukwamedua H and Ikaraoha CI (2007) Prevalence of hyperlipidaemia amongst insulin dependent and non-insulin dependent diabetics in Delta State, Nigeria. Tropical Doctor (UK) 37(2):120-121.
  65. Ojiako OA and Igwe CU (2007) Nutritional and Anti-nutritional compositions of Cleome rutidosperma, Lagenaria  siceraria  and Cucurbita  maxima seeds from Nigeria. Journal of Medicinal Food (USA) 10(4): 735-738.
  66. Anyanwu RA, Emeribe AO, Igwe CU, Ajayi I, Akpotuzor J, Lele O and Emelike FO (2007) Occurrence of haemolysin antibodies among sickle cell anaemia patients within Calabar metropolis of Nigeria. African Journal of Biotechnology (Kenya) 6(10): 1217-1220.
  67. Igwe CU, Nwaogu LA and Ujowundu CO (2007) Assessment of the Hepatic effects, Phytochemical and Proximate Compositions of Phyllanthus  amarus. African Journal of Biotechnology (Kenya) 6(6): 728-731.
  68. Nwaogu LA, Alisi CS, Ibegbulem CO and Igwe CU (2007) Phytochemical and antimicrobial activity of ethanolic extract of Landolphia  owariensis leaf. African Journal of Biotechnology (Kenya) 6(7): 890-893.
  69. Igwe CU, Ikaraoha CI, Nwobu GO, Ezegbudo CN, and Digban K. (2006) Comparative effects of Xanthosoma  sagittifolium  and Colocasia  esculenta based diets on hepatic cholesterol and phospholipid profile in albino rats. Emirates Medical Journal (UAE)  24(1): 57-60.
  70. Igwe CU and Duru LAD (2006) Comparative assessment of the levels of salicylate and thiocyanate in blood of tobacco users. International Journal of Natural and Applied Sciences (Nigeria) 2(2): 104 – 106.
  71. Anyanwu RA, Famodu AA, Ande AB, Ikaraoha CI, Igwe CU and Turay AA (2005) Haemorrheological changes in pre-eclamptic Nigerian women. Emirates Medical Journal (UAE) 23(3): 247-250.
  72. Turay AA, Nwobu GO, Okogun GRA, Igwe CU, Adeyeye K, Aghatise KE, Okpala HO, and Tatfeng YM (2005) A comparative study on the susceptibility of male and female albino mice to Trypanosoma brucei brucei. Journal of Vector Borne Diseases (India) 5: 234-246.
  73. CI, Ogunlewe JO, Ezegbudo CN, Nwobu GO, and Mokogwu ATH (2005) Serum alkaline phosphatase and acid phosphatase isoenzymes activity in diagnosis and monitoring of prostate cancer in economically disadvantaged communities. Emirates Medical Journal (UAE) 23(1): 53-57.
  74. Igwe CU, Duru LAD, Nwobu GO, Ikaraoha CI and Mokogwu ATH (2004) Effects of Colocasia esculenta (Taro cocoyam) based diets on hepatic cholesterol and phospholipid levels in albino rats. Emirates Medical Journal (UAE) 22(2): 123-126. 
  75. Ezegbudo CN, Agbonlahor DE, Nwobu GO, Igwe CU, Agba MI, Okpala HO and Ikaraoha CI (2004) The seroprevalence of hepatitis B surface antigen and human immunodeficiency virus among pregnant women in Anambra State, Nigeria. Shiraz E-Medical Journal (Iran) 5:2.
  76. Ezegbudo CN, Nwobu GO, Igwe CU, Okpala HO and Turay AA (2004) Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) seroprevalence among ante-natal women in Awka, South-Eastern Nigeria. J Biomed Afric. (Nigeria) 2: 44-47.

 

CHAPTERS IN RESEARCHED BOOKS.

  1. Igwe, CU and Nwaogu, LA (2014) Laboratory Safety, Organization and Management (Chapter 1). In: Laboratory Experiments in Biochemistry (Students Manual). Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-1-9. Pp. 1-20.
  2. Igwe, CU and Ibegbulem, CO (2014) Clinical Biochemistry Specimens: Types, Collection and Handling (Chapter 3). In: Laboratory Experiments in Biochemistry (Students Manual). Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-1-9. Pp. 31-48.
  3. Igwe, CU (2014) Lipid Profile Test: General Implications (Chapter 9). In: Laboratory Experiments in Biochemistry (Students Manual). Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-1-9. Pp. 104-116.
  4. Igwe, CU (2014) Blood Electrolytes: General Implications (Chapter 10). In: Laboratory Experiments in Biochemistry (Students Manual). Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-1-9. Pp. 117-129.
  5. Ibegbulem CO, Iheanacho, KME, Igwe, CU and Chikezie, PC (2014). Velocity, Rates and Kinetics of Industrial Reactions and Processes (Chapter 31). In: Laboratory Experiments in Biochemistry (Students Manual). Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-1-9. Pp. 421-428.
  6. Igwe, CU and Nwaogu, LA (2014) Basic and Practical Information about the Science Laboratory (Chapter 1). In: Introductory Experiments in Biochemistry. Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-0-2. Pp. 1-19.
  7. Igwe, CU (2014) Basic and Practical Information on the Preparation of Biochemical Solutions and Buffers (Chapter 2). In: Introductory Experiments in Biochemistry. Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-0-2. Pp. 20-38.
  8. Igwe, CU (2014) Chemistry and Quantitative Analyses of Lipids (Chapter 7). In: Introductory Experiments in Biochemistry. Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-0-2. Pp. 83-95.
  9. Igwe, CU (2014) Liver Function Tests (Chapter 17). In: Introductory Experiments in Biochemistry. Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-0-2. Pp. 205-230.
  10. Igwe, CU and Emejulu AA (2014) Kidney or Renal Function Tests (Chapter 18). In: Introductory Experiments in Biochemistry. Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-0-2. Pp. 231-244.
  11. Igwe, CU and Emejulu AA (2014) Cardiac Function Tests (Chapter 19). In: Introductory Experiments in Biochemistry. Ojiako, AO (Ed). FUTO Press Ltd, Owerri. ISBN: 978-978-52056-0-2. Pp. 245-252.