Name
Mr. Augustine Lishilinimye Udefa
DepartmentPhysiology
DesignationAssistant Lecturer
EmailAbout Mr. Augustine Lishilinimye Udefa
Augustine Lishilinimye Udefa is currently an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Physiology. He joined the University of Calabar as a Graduate Assistant in 2017. Udefa is an enthusiastic researcher who has demonstrated excellence in his academic pursuit. Before obtaining his M.Sc. degree in 2019, Udefa’s research spanned various areas of Physiology. Now, his research focuses on the impact of toxicants on the male reproductive system and the possible ameliorating effects of natural compounds. Humans are constantly being exposed to environmental hazards and other disease-containing substances which affect their reproductive system. One mechanism implicated in substance-induced testicular dysfunction is oxidative stress. Antioxidants and antioxidants-containing substances have shown great potential to combat oxidative damage to the male reproductive system. Udefa is currently exploring the efficacies and mechanisms of action of several plant products that are reported to improve male reproductive functions. He utilizes ELISA, microscopy, spectrophotometry, histological techniques and Image J software in carrying out his studies. Udefa has published over twenty research articles in reputable journals. He also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) and will be commencing his doctoral degree in 2023.
| S/N | Qualification | School Atttended | Started | Finished |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First School Leaving Certificate(FSLC) | Command Children’s School, Calabar | 1992 | 1999 delete_forever | |
| West African Senior School Certificate(WASSC) | St. Patrick’s College, Calabar | 2000 | 2006 delete_forever | |
| Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Physiology | University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria | 2010 | 2015 delete_forever | |
| Master of Science (M.Sc.) Physiology (Reproductive Physiology) | University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria | 2017 | 2019 delete_forever | |
| Post Graduate Diploma in Education (P.G.D.E) | University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria | 2018 | 2020 delete_forever |
| S/N | Publication |
|---|---|
| Amama, E. A., Udefa, A. L., Beshel, F. N., Archibong, E. A., Okpa, S., Nwangwa, J. N., Felix, N. I. & Akronyi, G. (2022). Fresh Palm Oil Improves Impaired Renal Function in Phenylhydrazine-Induced Anaemic Wistar Rats Via its Anti-Anaemic Effect and Modulation of Expressions of Pro-Oxidant/Antioxidants, Inflammatory Cytokines and Caspase-3 in the Kidneys. Physiology and Pharmacology, 26. 299-312. http://dx.doi.org/10.52547/phypha.26.3.8 | |
| Inah, I. O., Otu-Bassey, I. B. & Udefa, A. L. (2022). Intestinal Parasitosis and CD4 Levels Among Cancer Patients in Calabar, Nigeria. African Journal of Biomedical Research, 25: 297-302 | |
| Nwangwa, J. N., Udefa, A. L., Amama, E. A., Inah, I. O., Ibrahim, H. J., Iheduru, S. C., Okorie, N. E., Ogar, J. A., Madaki, F. N., Owai, P. O. & Karawei, E. V. (2020). Cyperus Esculentus L. (Tigernut) Mitigates High Salt Diet-Associated Testicular Toxicity in Wistar Rats by Targeting Testicular Steroidogenesis, Oxidative Stress and Inflammation. Andrologia. e13780. https://doi.org/10.1111/ and.13780 | |
| Udefa, A. L., Amama, E. A., Archibong, E. A., Nwangwa, J. N., Adama, S., Inyang, V. U., Inyaka, G. U., Aju, G. J., Okpa, S. & Inah, I. O. (2020). Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Apoptotic Effects of Hydro-Ethanolic Extract of Cyperus esculentus L. (Tigernut) on Lead Acetate-Induced Testicular Dysfunction in Wistar Rats. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 129. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopha.2020.110491 | |
| Udefa, A. L., Beshel, F. N., Nwangwa, J. N., Mkpe, I. D., Ofuru, O. S., Sam-Ekpe, V. G. & Stephen, G. I. (2019). Vitamin E Administration Does Not Ameliorate Tramadol-Associated Impairment of Testicular Function in Wistar Rats. Andrologia, e13454. https://doi.org/10.1111/and.13454 | |
| Nwangwa, J. N., Udefa, A. L., Obi, P. M., Obeten, C. E. & Okpa, S. (2019). The Hepatotoxic Effect of Sildenafil Citrate and its Combination With Tramadol on Male Wistar Rats is Ameliorated With Vitamin E Supplementation. Archives of Current Research International, 18(1): 1-10 | |
| Nwangwa, J. N., Udefa, A. L., Obeten, C. E., Obi, P. M., Adie, P. U. & Kanu, U. J. (2019). Vitamin E Supplementation Counters the Hepatotoxic Effects of Tramadol on Male Wistar Rats. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences, 18(6): 74-86 | |
| Aribo, E. O., Udefa, A. L. & Beshel, F. N. (2019). Consumption of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Piper Guineense Alters Hematological and Biochemical Parameters in Wistar Rats. Saudi Journal of Biomedical Research, 4(3): 100-104. | |
| Bisong, S. A., Abuo, F. E., Udefa, A. L., Ironbar, V. E & Bassey, G. B. (2019). Comparative Effects of Alkaloid and Saponin Fractions of Rauwolfia vomitoria on Social Behaviour and Depression in A CD1 Mouse Model of Memory Impairment. Archives of Current Research International, 16(1): 1-11. | |
| Ani, E. J., Ime, A. U., Udefa, A. L. & Okon, U. E. (2018). The Role of Aloe Vera on Haematological Parameters Following Phenylhydrazine (Phz)-Induced Anaemia in Wistar Rats. European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, 5(6): 140-143 | |
| Nwangwa, J. N., Udefa, A. L., Apuye, B. A & Assim-Ita, P. I. (2018). Comparative Effect of Aqueous and Ethanolic Extracts of Tetrapleura tetraptera (Aidan) Fruit on some Haematological Parameters of Female Wistar Rats. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 7(10): 30-39. | |
| Archibong, A. N., Nku, C. O., Udefa, A. L & Leilei, S. A. (2018). Aloe Vera Gel Reverses Haemostatic Derangement in Rats Following Salt Loading. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 7(4): 91-100 | |
| Beshel, F. N., Udefa, A. L. & Ima, W. I. (2018). Comparative Effect of Vitamins A and E on Sperm Morphology of Nicotine-Treated Wistar Rats. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 7(1), 179-186 | |
| Bassey, S. O., Ekpe, O. O. & Udefa, A. L. (2018). Ethanol Extract of Irvingia gabonensis (bush mango) Seed Increases Microbial Load in the Colon of Wistar Rats. European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, 5(11): 31-36. | |
| Nku, C. O., Archibong, A. N., Udefa, A. L. Utionkpan, P. L. & Akwari, A. A. (2018). Effect of Aloe Vera Gel on Lipid Profile and some Serum Biomarkers of Liver Function in High Salt Fed Wistar Rats. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, 13(5): 50-61. | |
| Aribo, E. O. & Udefa, A. L. (2018). Consumption of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Ocimum gratissimum Impairs Haematological Function in Wistar Rats. Saudi Journal of Medicine, 3(7): 361-365. | |
| Ekpe, O. O, Bassey, S. O., Udefa, A. L. & Essien, N. M. (2018). Physicochemical Properties and Fatty Acid Profile of Irvingia gabonensis (Kuwing) Seed Oil. International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition, 3(4): 153-156. | |
| Archibong, A. N., Udefa, A. L., Akwari, A. A. & Leilei, S. A. (2018). Effect of Aloe Vera Gel on some Haematological Parameters and Serum Electrolytes in High Salt Loaded Wistar Rats. MicroMedicine, 6(2): 6977. | |
| Bassey, S. O., Ekpe, O. O., Udefa, A. L., Essien, N. M. & Eteng, M. U. (2018). Ethanol Extract of Irvingia gabonensis (Bush Mango) Seed Improves Renal and Hepatic Functions in Wistar Rats. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, 13(3): 46-50 | |
| Aribo, E. O., Nwangwa, J. N., Udefa, A. L. & Udokang, N. E. (2018). Comparative Effects of Long Term Consumption of Thermo- and Photo-Oxidised Palm Oil Diets on Some Reproductive Parameters an Male Wistar Rats. Saudi Journal of Medicine, 3(6): 334-341 | |
| Ofem, O. E., Udefa, A. L., Archibong, A. N. & Ujong, G. O. (2017). Comparative Effect of Vitamin C and High Calcium Diet on Some Serum Bio-Markers of Liver Function in High Salt Loaded Rats. Journal of pharmaceutical biology, 7(2): 80-89 | |
| Nna, V. U., Udefa, A. L., Ofutet, E. O. & Osim, E. E. (2017). Testicular and Epididymal Histology of Rats Chronically Administered High Doses of PDE5 Inhibitors and Tramadol. Nigerian Journal of Physiological Sciences, 32: 55-61. | |
| Nwangwa, J. N., Udefa, A. L., Anyaibe, S. C., Iragunima, A. S. & Eze, N. C. (2016). Comparative Effect of Chilli Pepper (Capsicum frutescens) Extract and Capsaicin on some Haematological Parameters and Serum Electrolytes in Albino Wistar Rats. International Blood Research and Reviews, 6(3): 1-8. | |
| Nna, V. U., Oka, V. O., Udefa, A. L., Ofutet, E. O. & Ofem, O. E. (2016). High Doses of PDE5 Inhibitors and Tramadol Reversibly Alters Haematological Parameters in Rats. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 6(4): 86-92. | |
| Nna, V. U., Oka, V. O., Udefa, A. L., Ofutet, E. O. & Ofem, O. E. (2016). High Doses of PDE5 Inhibitors and Tramadol Reversibly Alters Haematological Parameters in Rats. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 6(4): 86-92. |
warning No Result For Grants Received.
| S/N | Conference | Description | Started | Finished |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35th Annual Scientific Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) held at University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, Enugu | VO Oka, AL Udefa, VU Nna, DU Owu. Separate administration of sildenafil citrate & tramadol and their combination affects basal metabolic rate, triiodothyronine (t3) and cortisol levels in albino Wistar rats. | 2015-09-16 | 2015-09-18 | |
| 38th Annual Scientific Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) held at Amadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. | 2019-09-22 | 2019-09-27 |