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Dr. Augustine Olusola

Lecturer I
Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria
Department of Biochemistry, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria
 

Brief Biography:


Lecturer Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science,
Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria.


EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria                               
2005-2010
The Redeemed Christian Bible College, Lagos                       
2009-2010
University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria                                
2002-2004
University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria                            
1994-1998
St. Patrick’s Sec. School, Iwaro-Oka Akoko, Nigeria         
1985-1992

 

Academic positions:


Academic and/ or Professional Qualifications Obtained (with dates):
i.Ph.D (Biochemical Toxicology) (2010) Ph.D
ii.PGD   (Theology) (2010) Distinction   
iii.M. Sc. Biochemistry(2004)Ph.D grade
iv.B. Sc. (Hons.) Biochemistry (1998) Second Class Honors
(Upper Division)                 
iv.Senior School Certificate (1992) Distinction

 

Research interests:


-Identification of Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx anthocyanins and evaluation of their                         
antioxidant properties in rabbits.
-Evaluation of the antioxidant properties of Alchornea laxiflora in rats.
-Effect of Alchornea laxiflora on hematological parameters in rats.
-Evaluation of the antioxidant effect of Ganoderma lucidium in rats.
Research in Progress:
-Isolation and Characterization of anthocyanins from the calyx of H. sabdariffa
-Evaluation of the anti-anemic and antioxidant properties of Alchornea laxiflora.
-Phytochemical screening of Alchornea laxiflora and Hibiscus sabdariffa.
-Effect of malaria parasites on the antioxidant status of children.
-Evaluation of anti-malarial effect of Ganoderma lucidium in rats.
OTHER ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE CURRENT EMPLOYMENT
Pastor-in-charge, RCCG, Abundant Life Area, Ikare Akoko.
Secretary, Marriage Committee, RCCG, Ondo Province 3.

 

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