Prof. Dr. Emeka Eze Joshua Iweala
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Prof. Dr. Emeka Eze Joshua Iweala

Professor, Principal Investigator
Covenant University, Nigeria

Highest Degree
Ph.D. in Biochemistry from University of Nigeria, Nigeria

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Biography

Dr. Emeka Eze Joshua Iweala is currently working as Senior Lecturer at Covenant University, Nigeria. He has completed his Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from same University. His main area of interest related to Biological sciences. His area of expertise includes Biochemistry, Cancer research, Pharmacology, Nutrition, Medicinal plants, Biological sciences, Diabetes, Phytochemistry, Clinical nutrition, and Food toxicology. He has 26 publications in journals contributed as author/co-author.

Area of Interest:

Biomedical Sciences
100%
Biochemistry
62%
Cancer Research
90%
Pharmacology
75%
Nutrition
55%

Research Publications in Numbers

Books
0
Chapters
0
Articles
0
Abstracts
0

Selected Publications

  1. Azuh, D.E., A.E. Azuh, E.J. Iweala, D. Adeloye, M. Akanbi and R.C. Mordi, 2017. Factors influencing maternal mortality among rural communities in southwestern Nigeria. Int. J. Women's Health, 9: 179-188.
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  2. Osereme, E.E.C., I.B. Iserom and I.E.E. Joshua, 2016. Synthesis, microstructure and magnetic properties of nanocrystalline MgFe2O4 particles: Effect of mixture of fuels and sintering temperature. Sci. Sintering, 48: 221-235.
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  3. Osamor, V.C., S.N. Chinedu, D.E. Azuh, E.J. Iweala and O.O. Ogunlana, 2016. The interplay of post-translational modification and gene therapy. Drug Design Dev. Therapy, 10: 861-871.
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  4. Ehi-Eromosele, C.O., B.I. Ita, E.E.J. Iweala, K.O. Ogunniran, J.A. Adekoya and F.E. Ehi-Eromosele, 2016. Structural and magnetic characterization of La0.7Sr0.3MnO3 nanoparticles obtained by the citrate-gel combustion method: Effect of fuel to oxidizer ratio. Ceramics Int., 42: 636-643.
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  5. Ehi-Eromosele, C.O., B.I. Ita, E.E. Iweala, K.O. Ogunniran, J.A. Adekoya and T.O. Siyanbola, 2016. Silica functionalized magnesium ferrite nanocomposites for potential biomedical applications: Preparation, characterization and enhanced colloidal stability studies. J. Nano Res., 40: 146-157.
  6. Ehi-Eromosele, C.O., B.I. Ita and E.E.J. Iweala, 2016. The effect of polyethylene glycol (PEG) coating on the magneto-structural properties and colloidal stability of Co0.8Mg0.2Fe2O4 nanoparticles for potential biomedical applications. Digest J. Nanomaterials Biostruct., 11: 7-14.
  7. Adeloye, D., R.A. David, A.V. Aderemi, A. Iseolorunkanmi and A. Oyedokun et al., 2016. An estimate of the incidence of prostate cancer in Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PloS One, Vol. 11. 10.1371/journal.pone.0153496.
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  8. Omotosho, O.E., A.C. Omonhinmin, S.O. Rotimi, E.E.J. Iweala, O.A. Rotimi and A. Femi, 2015. Partial purification and characterization of cellulase from the haemolymph of the african giant land snail (Archachatina marginata). Biotechnology, 14: 248-253.
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  9. Iweala, E.E.J., S.N. Chinedu, I.S. Afolabi and O.O. Ogunlana, 2015. Body mass index and random blood glucose levels in a semi urban Nigerian community. Int. J. Diabetes Dev. Countries, 34: 175-176.
  10. Iweala, E.E.J., F.F. Liu, R.R. Cheng, Yan Li, C.A. Omonhinmin and Y.J. Zhang, 2015. Anti-cancer and free radical scavenging activity of some Nigerian food plants in vitro. Int. J. Cancer Res., 11: 41-51.
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  11. Iweala, E.E.J. and J.O. Ogidigo, 2015. Prostate specific antigen, antioxidant and hematological parameters in prostatic rats fed Solanum macrocarpon L. leaves. Asian J. Biol. Sci., 8: 30-41.
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  12. Iweala, E.E.J. and J.O. Ogidigo, 2015. Effect of Celosia argentea f. cristata (L.) Schinz. on prostate specific antigen, antioxidant status and hematological parameters in rats induced with benign prostate hyperplasia. Asian J. Biochem., 10: 42-51.
  13. Irondi, A.E., E.J. Iweala, O.S. Agboola, J.K. Akintunde and J.A. Ajiboye, 2015. Distribution of metabolites and antioxidant activity in the berry and shoot of Solanum pseudocapsicum grown in Nigeria. Int. J. Biochem. Res. Rev., 8: 1-9.
  14. Ehi-Eromosele, C.O., B.I. Ita, E.E. Iweala, S.A. Adalikwu and P.A.L. Anawe, 2015. Magneto-structural properties of Ni-Zn nanoferrites synthesized by the low-temperature auto-combustion method. Bull. Mater. Sci., 38: 1465-1472.
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  15. Ehi-Eromosele, C.O., B.I. Ita and E.E.J. Iweala, 2015. Low-temperature combustion synthesis of cobalt magnesium ferrite magnetic nanoparticles: Effects of fuel-to-oxidizer ratio and sintering temperature. J. Sol-Gel Sci. Technol., 76: 298-308.
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  16. Afolabi, I.S., S.N. Chinedu, E.E. Iweala, O.O. Ogunlana and D.E. Azuh, 2015. Body mass index and blood pressure in a semi-urban community in Ota, Nigeria. Food Public Health, 5: 157-163.
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  17. Nwachukwu, N., E.E.J. Iweala and H.O. Asoluka, 2014. Effects of lesser known leafy vegetables (Vitex doniana and Corchorus oletorius) on the oxidative stress indices of albino rats. Eur. J. Med. Plants, 4: 1293-1301.
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  18. Nwachukwu, N. and E.E.J. Iweala, 2014. Evaluation of the oxidative stress status of albino rats fed with compounded spices. Asian J. Agric. Food Sci., 2: 151-157.
  19. Iweala, E.E.J., J.A.O. Olugbuyiro, B.M. Durodola, D.R. Fubara-Manuel and A.O. Okoli, 2014. Metal contamination of foods and drinks consumed in Ota, Nigeria. Res. J. Environ. Toxicol., 8: 92-97.
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  20. Iweala, E.E.J. and A.G. Okedoyin, 2014. Effect of consumption of Corchorus olitorius L., in carbon tetrachloride induced liver damage in male Wistar rats. Am. J. Biochem. Mol. Biol., 4: 143-154.
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  21. Ugbogu, A.E., E.I. Akubugwo, E.J.J. Iweala, F.O. Uhegbu, G.C. Chinyere and N.A. Obasi, 2013. Role of phytochemicals in chemoprevention of cancer: A review. Int. J. Pharm. Chem. Sci., 2: 566-575.
  22. Nwachukwu, N. and E.E.J. Iweala, 2013. Assessment of the influence of mixed spiced diet on lipid profile of albino rats. Am. J. Food Nutr., 3: 117-121.
  23. Nwachukwu, N. and E.E. Iweala, 2013. The Influence of mixed spiced diet on hematological properties and lipid profile of guinea pigs. J. Med. Plants Res., 7: 1-6.
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  24. Iweala, E.E.J., F.O. Uhegbu and O.A. Adesanoye, 2013. Biochemical effects of leaf extracts of Gongronema latifolium and selenium supplementation in alloxan induced diabetic rats. J. Pharm. Phytotherapy, 5: 91-97.
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  25. Iweala, E.E., S.N. Chinedu, I.S. Afolabi, O.O. Ogunlana, D.E. Azuh, V.C. Osamor and T.A. Toogun, 2013. Propensity for diabetes and correlation of its predisposing factors in Ota, Nigeria. J. Med. Sci., 13: 809-813.
  26. Chinedu, S.N., O.O. Ogunlana, D.E. Azuh, E.E. Iweala and I.S. Afolabi et al., 2013. Correlation between body mass index and waist circumference in Nigerian adults: Implication as indicators of health status. J. Public Health Res., Vol. 2. 10.4081/jphr.2013.e16.
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  27. Chinedu, S.N., D.E. Azuh, V.C. Osamor, E.E.J. Iweala and I.S. Afolabi et al., 2013. Skincare product usage: Implications on health and wellbeing of Africans. J. Applied Sci., 13: 430-436.
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  28. Uhegbu, F.O., I. Elekwa, E.I. Akubugwo, G.C. Chinyere and E.E.J. Iweala, 2012. Analgesic and hepatoprotective activity of methanolic leaf extract of Ocimum gratissimum (L.). Res. J. Med. Plant, 6: 108-115.
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  29. Uhegbu, F.O., E.I. Akubugwo, E.J. Iwealab and O.C. Uhegbu, 2012. Impact of spent engine oil on soil and the growth of Zea mays seeds. Sci. J. Environ. Sci., 1: 1-8.
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  30. Uhegbu, F.O., E.I. Akubugwo and E.E.J. Iweala, 2012. Effect of Garri Processing Effluents [Waste Water] on the Cyanide Level of Some Root Tubers Commonly Consumed in the South East of Nigeria. Afr. J. Food Agric. Nutr. Dev., 12: 6748-6758.
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  31. Uhegbu, F.O., I. Elekwa, E.E.J. Iweala, I. Kanu and O.C. Uhegbu, 2011. Effect of Petroleum Waste Water on New Calabar River and Its Sediment in Buguma, Rivers State of Nigeria. Global J. Pure Appl. Sci., 17: 481-485.
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  32. Uhegbu, F.O., I. Elekwa, E.E.J. Iweala and I. Kanu, 2011. Cyanide, nitrate and nitrite content of some leafy vegetables and fruits commonly consumed in the south-east of Nigeria. Pak. J. Nutr., 10: 1190-1194.
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  33. Uhegbu, F.O., E.E.J. Iweala and I. Kanu, 2011. Studies on the chemical and antinutritional content of some Nigerian spices. Int. J. Nutr. Metab., 3: 72-76.
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  34. Omotosho, O.E., G. Oboh and E.E.J. Iweala, 2011. Comparative effects of local coagulants on the nutritive value, in vitro multienzyme protein digestibility and sensory properties of Wara cheese. Int. J. Dairy Sci., 6: 58-65.
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  35. Nwachukwu, N. and E.E.J. Iweala, 2011. Studies on the Biochemical Indices of Guinea Pigs Fed with Mixed Spiced Diets. Aust. J. Basic Appl. Sci., 5: 3349-3356.
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  36. Iweala, E.E.J., I.C. Obichi and O.E. Omotosho, 2011. Biochemical and histological responses of hepatotoxic rats fed Musa paradisiaca L. supplemented diet. Int. J. Pharmacol., 7: 471-477.
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  37. Iweala, E.E.J. and O.Y. Lawal, 2011. Preliminary Biochemical and Histological Effects of Consumption of Talinum triangulare (L.) Juss - Supplemented Diet on Paracetamol-Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats. J. Med. Food Plants, 3: 1-8.
  38. Iweala, E.E.J. and F.D. Oludare, 2011. Hypoglycemic effect, biochemical and histological changes of Spondias mombin Linn. and Parinari polyandra benth. Seeds ethanolic extracts in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. J. Pharmacol. Toxicol., 6: 101-112.
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  39. Nwachukwu, N. and E.E.J. Iweala, 2010. Effect of mixed spiced diet on the lipid profile and hepatic enzymes of Guinea pig. Int. J. Res. Biol. Sci., 2: 104-110.
  40. Iweala, E.E.J., F.O. Uhegbu and G.N. Ogu, 2010. Preliminary In Vitro Antisickilng Properties of Crude Juice Extracts of Persia Americana, Citrus Sinensis, Carica Papaya and Ciklavit®. Afr. J. Traditional Complementary Altern. Med., 7: 113-117.
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  41. Iweala, E.E.J. and O. Obidoa, 2010. Studies on some biochemical and histological changes associated with long term consumption of leaves of Ocimum gratissimum L. in male rats. Am. J. Food Technol., 5: 376-384.
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  42. Iweala, E.E.J. and A.O. Osundiya, 2010. Biochemical, haematological and histological effects of dietary supplementation with leaves of Gnetum africanum Welw. on paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity in rats. Int. J. Pharmacol., 6: 872-879.
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  43. Uhegbu, F.O., C.C. Onwuchekwa, E.E.J. Iweala and I. Kanu, 2009. Effect of processing methods on nutritive and antinutritive properties of seeds of Brachystegia eurycoma and detarium microcarpum from Nigeria. Pak. J. Nutr., 8: 316-320.
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  44. Iweala, E.E.J., F.O. Uhegbu and O. Obidoa, 2009. Biochemical and histological changes associated with long term consumption of Gnetum africanum Welw. Leaves in Rats. Asian J. Biochem., 4: 125-132.
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  45. Iweala, E.E.J., 2009. Preliminary Qualitative Screening for Cancer Chemopreventive Agents in Telfairia occidentalis Hook.f., Gnetum africanum Welw., Gongronema latifolium Benth. and Ocimum gratissimum L. from Nigeria. J. Med. Food Plants, 1: 58-63.
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  46. Emeka, E.J.I. and O. Obidoa, 2009. Some biochemical, haematological and histological responses to a long term consumption of Telfairia occidentalis-supplemented diet in rats. Pak. J. Nutr., 8: 1199-1203.
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  47. Emeka, E.J.I. and O. Obidoa, 2009. Effect of a long term consumption of a diet supplemented with leaves of Gongronema latifolium Benth. on some biochemical and histological parameters in male albino rats. J. Biol. Sci., 9: 859-865.
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  48. Nwachukwu, N. and E.I. Iweala, 2008. Influence of extraction methods on the hepatotoxicity of Azadirachta indica bark extract on albino rats. Global J. Pure Applied Sci., 15: 369-372.
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  49. Okeke, C.U. and E. Iweala, 2007. Antioxidant profile of Dioscorea rotundata, Manihot esculenta, Ipoemea Batatas, Vernonia Amygdalina and Aloe Vera. J. Med. Res. Technol., 4: 4-10.
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  50. Iweala, E.E.J., E.I. Akubugwo and C.U. Okeke, 2005. Effects of Ethanolic Extracts of Allium sativum Linn Liliaceae (garlic) on Serum Choleterol and Blood Sugar Levels of Albino Rabbits. Plant Prod. Res. J., 9: 14-18.
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  51. Iweala, E.E.J. and C.U. Okeke, 2005. Comparative study of the hypoglycemic and biochemical effects of Catharanthus roseus (Linn) g. apocynaceae (Madagascar periwinkle) and chlorpropamide (diabenese) on alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Biokemistri, 17: 149-156.
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