Institution Based Research

UNIPORT 3RD BATCH SUCCESSFUL LIST OF TETFUND INSTITUTION-BASED RESEARCH (IBR) BENEFICIARIES FOR 2023

S/N NAME OF LEAD RESEARCHER SEX DEPARTMENT TITLE OF RESEARCH PROJECT DURATION

AMOUNT APPROVED (N)
1 Dr.IBEACHU, Chinagorom F ANATOMY Neurodegenerative Effects Of Calcium Carbide-Induced Ripened Fruit On The Hippocampus Of Wistar Rats 12 MONTHS 1700000.00
2 DR. ODUTOLA Toyin Olabisi F PETROLEUM & GAS ENGINEERING Preventing Wax Deposition and Waxy Crude Oil Gelation Using Aluminium Oxide Nanoparticle 9 MONTHS 1972000.00
3 Dr. DIENYE, henry Eyina M FISHERIES Life History Traits of the Family (Pisces: Clupeidae) in New Calabar Rivers, Niger Delta, Nigeria 12 MONTHS 1891000.00
4 Dr. OHIRI, Reginald C. M BIOCHEMISTRY Wound Healing Properties of Ethanol and Hexane Extracts of Leaves and Seeds of Piper Guineese, and Gongornema Latifolium on Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rabbits 6 MONTHS 1963500.00
5 Dr. ONYEGEME-OKERENTA B. M. F BIOCHEMISTRY Assessment of the Mutagenicity and Total Incremental Lifetime Cancer Risk Associated with the Consumption of Fish from the South-South States of the Niger Delta Region 12 MONTHS 1994400.00
6 AKOMAH-ABADAIKE, Onyinyechi N. F MICROBIOLOGY TECHNOLOGY Field Application of Trichodermasp; a Biocontrol Agent of Post-harvest White Yam Rot 12 MONTHS 1951180.00
7 Dr.DIEMUODEKE, O. Endurance M MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Modelling and Analysis of a Novel Solar-Biomass Hybrid Cooling System for Storage of Agri-Foods oin Off-Grid Rural Communities 12 MONTHS 1700000.00
8 Prof. STANLEY, H. O. M MICROBIOLOGY Activity Optimization of Bio-Surfacnat Producing Microorganisms Isolated From Some Hydrocarbon Impacted Rivers Within Niger Delta 9 MONTHS 1990000.00
9 Prof. FRANK-PETERSIDE, Nnenna F MICROBIOLOGY Characterization of Plasmin & Chromosomally-Borne ESBLS, MBLS, AMPC And  Colistin Resistance of ESKAPE Pathogens from HIV-Infected Individuals in Rivers State, Nigeria 12 MONTHS 1998000.00
10 COOKEY, Tochi Ifeoma F MICROBIOLOGY Characterization of Co-Receptor Usage in HIV-1  Infected Individuals in Ebonyi and Rivers States, Nigeria 12 MONTHS 2000000.00
11 Prof. OSUJI, Leo C. M PURE & INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY Database for the resolution of oil spill contention in an oil-spill impacted site in Ogoniland using genetic markers and fingerprinting technique 6 MONTHS 1800000.00
12 Dr. NWODIM, Obinna M POLITICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE STUDIES A Comoparative Analysis of Public Policy Implementation and Outcome in Nigeria: 2007-2023 6 MONTHS 1700000.00
13 Dr. OMASANUWA, Zelda Anne F AGRICUTURAL ECONOMICS EXTENSION Gender and Perceptions of the Causes and Effects of Poverty on Food Security of Urban Households in Bayelsa State 12 MONTHS 1700000.00
14 Dr. EKEKE, Chimezie M PLANT SCIENCE & BIOTECHNOLOGY Agronnomical Characterization of Some Accessions of Bambara Groundnut (Vigna SubterrNEAN (l) Verdc) Grown in University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State 12 MONTHS 1900000.00
15 Prof..ABARIKWU, Sunny O. M BIOCHEMISTRY Isolation and Characterisation of Contraceptive Bioactive Chemicals From Fluted Pumpkin Seeds and Its Toxicological And Pathological Effects on the Gonads of Young Adult Male Rats 12 MONTHS 1800000.00
16 Dr. NWAOBAKATA, Chukwuemeka M CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Development of a Software Program Simulating the Effect of Mixing and Compaction Temperature Changes on the Emission of Green House Gases from ASPHALT Production 12 MONTHS 1700000.00
17 Dr. NWOFOR, Temple C. M CIVIL ENGINEERING Experimental Validation of a One-Strut Model (OSM) For Determination of Shear Resistance Reinforced Concrete Frames 11 MONTHS 1700000.00
18 Dr. AIMIKHE, Victor M PETROLEUM AND GAS ENGINEERING Effect of Particle Dilute Phase on the Acceleration Term of Total Pressure Drop in a Horizontal Gas Pipeline 10 MONTHS 1800000.00
19 Prof. KINIGOMA, Boma Samuel M PETROLEUM AND GAS ENGINEERING Kinetics Parameter Ranking of Selected Plant and Animal Waste for Biogas Production in Nigeria 10 MONTHS 1800000.00
20 DR NDINOJUO, Ben-Collins E. M JOURNALISM & MEDIA STUDIES Evaluating the Commitment of Nigerian Universities to Environment and Climate Change Initiatives Through their Mission and Vision Statements 7 MONTHS 1800000.00
21 Prof. OTTO, Godly M ECONOMICS Impact of Intergenerational Mobility on Economic Development in Rivers State. 12 MONTHS 1700000.00

TOTAL RESEARCH PROJECT DISBURSEMENT                                                                      N38,560,080.00

TETFund Institution-Based Research Grants

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Title

Funder/Client

Grant Period

Role

Status
1 Modelling, Design and Experimental Validation of a Solar Thermal Powered Garri Frying (Gamification) Processing Unit TETFund Dec. 2020 – Nov. 2022 Co-PI Ongoing

2021 TETFUND INSTITUTION-BASED RESEARCH GRANTS WON

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1 Dr.  AGBAGWA, Obakpororo E. F MICROBIOLOGY Characterization and Quality Assessment of Raw And Branded Nigerian Honey Infused With Moringa, Ginger And Garlic 6 MONTHS 1,440,500.00
2 Pharm. IBEZIM, Chidozie N. E. F PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY Knowledge, Attitude, Perception of Tetanus Toxoid Vaccination vis-à-vis Assessment of Immunity to Tetanus Among Residents of Obio-Akpor And Tai LGAs, Rivers State. 9 MONTHS 1,839,120.00
3 Dr. ONUA, Azubuike Alfred M OPHTHALMOLOGY Impact of Cassava Processing Methods and Cyanide Content On Nutritional Optic Neuropathy 12 MONTHS 1,819,000.00
4 Prof. PEDRO-EGBE, Chinyere Nnenne F OPHTHALMOLOGY A Comparative Study of the Prevalence of Genetic Biometrics For Adult-Onset Primary Open Angle Glaucoma and Normal Subjects of Rivers State Origin 12 MONTHS 1,953,400.00
5 Dr. AKUMA, Oji M CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Design And Fabrication of Pyrolysis Unit For Production of Fuel Grade Oil From Plastic Waste 12 MONTHS 1,897,000.00
6 Dr. OKONKO, Iheanyi O. M MICROBIOLOGY Unravelling the Genetic Diversity of HIV-1 Sequence Markers that are associated with Disease Parameters in HIV-1 Positive Individuals in Port Harcourt 6 MONTHS 2,000,000.00
7 Dr. KAMALU, Ikenna M ENGLISH STUDIES Metaphor and Representation of Corruption in the Nigerian Media Discourse 12 MONTHS 1,625,000.00
8 Dr. ALLEN, Fidelis M POL & ADMIN STUDIES The State of Social Cohesion in Nigeria: Implication For Policy 12 MONTHS 1,600,000.00
9 Dr. AWANYE, Amaka M. F PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY Evaluation and Validation of COVID-19 Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) Kits 6 MONTHS 1,739,000.00
10 Prof. DALILLY-TARIAH, Opubo Benedict M ENT SURGERY A Study On The Nasal Decongestant Effects of Vitellaria Paradoxa (Shea Butter) Extracts 2 MONTHS 1,880,000.00
11 Prof. SIMINIALAYI, Iyeopu M. M PHARMACOLOGY Feasibility and Durability of Dietary Intervention in Achieving Remission of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Rivers State, Nigeria. 6 MONTHS 1,928,000.00
12 Prof. UDUMUKWU, Onyemachi M ENGLISH STUDIES Environmentalism in Modern Nigerian Poetry 12 MONTHS 1,402,500.00
13 Prof. IKIENSIKIMAMA, S. S. M PETROLEUM AND GAS ENGINEERING Development of Modified Activated Carbon From Selected Agricultural Waste for CO2 and Other Noxious Gas Sequestration 12 MONTHS 1,452,400.00
14 Dr. DEEKOR, Tornubari M GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Topographical and Seasonal Effect of Decomposed Cassava Peels on Bioremediation of Hydrocarbon Polluted Soils in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria. 6 MONTHS 1,705,700.00
15 Dr. OLOPADE, Olaniyi Alaba M FISHERIES Evaluation of the Health Status of Croaker Species (Perciformes: Sciaendae) Following a Massive Fish Kills in the Coastal Waters of Niger Delta, Nigeria 18 MONTHS 1,806,250.00
16 Prof. SIKOKI, Francis David M ANIMAL & ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY DISTRIBUTION AND ABUNDANCE OF HARMFUL ALGAL SPECIES IN BONNY ESTUARY RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA 15 MONTHS 1,902,700.00
17 OSADEBE, Anwuli U. F MICROBIOLOGY Bacteria-Immobilised Iron Oxide-Biochar Nanocomposites For Optimised Bioremediation of Petroleum-Contaminated Freshwater 12 MONTHS 1,994,400.00
18 Dr. NYIAYAANA, Kialee M POL & ADMIN STUDIES The Ogoni Environmental Clean-Up and Dynamics of Social Conflict and Insecurity in Ogoniland 4 MONTHS 1,805,000.00
19 Prof. DULU, Appah M PETROLEUM AND GAS ENGINEERING Performance Evaluation of Red Onion Skin Extract Derivatives As Oilfield Scale Inhibitors 12 MONTHS 1,987,000.00
20 Dr. EKPO-OUT, Mfon Umoren F HISTORY & DIPLOMATIC Studies Women Environmental Management and Sustainable Development: The Case of the Ogoni Cleanup Project 12 MONTHS 1,743,510.00
21 Dr. OGBU, Ojeka Sunday M HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY Comparative effects of the Hydro-Ethanolic extract of the fruit and leaf of Solanum Aethiopicum (Garden Egg) on Male Fertility in Wistar rats 7 MONTHS 1,833,250.00
22 AKWA-ABASI, Ubong Sunday M PETROLEUM AND GAS ENGINEERING Experimental Investigation and Modelling of Hydrate Dissociation in Offshore Production Flowlines 12 MONTHS 1,866,800.00
23 Dr. OSOKOGWU, Uche M PETROLEUM AND GAS ENGINEERING Investigation of Effects of Sand on Annular Flow Behaviour in Horizontal Pipelines 12 MONTHS 1,875,000.00
24 Prof. AGBAGWA, Ikechukwu O. M PLANT SCIENCE & BIOTECHNOLOGY Selection of African Yam Bean Varieties For Better Culinary Qualities And Adaptive Capabilities to Climate Change 12 MONTHS 1,943,750.00
25 Prof. OJULE, C. Aaron M CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY Medical Laboratories in Nigeria: Assessment of Quality Management Practices, Quality Assurance, Quality Control And Accreditation Status 6 MONTHS 1,862,500.00
26 Dr. UZOMA, Shadrack M. M MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Design And Fabrication of Prototype Gas Pipeline For Academic Exercise 12 MONTHS 1,712,860.00
27 Dr. AFANGIDEH, Sunday Timothy M EDUCATION MANAGEMENT Community Responsiveness to health and Social Protocols for Curbing The Spread of COVID-19 Pandemic in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States of Nigeria 12 MONTHS 1,697,310.00
TOTAL RESEARCH PROJECT DISBURSEMENT N48,311,950.00