Prof. Elemi John Ani was employed in the University of Calabar as Lecturer II in the Department of Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences on 7th February 2002. He has since risen through the ranks and was promoted to Professor of Physiology in October 2018. He attended University Primary School, Nsukka from 1976-1982 where he obtained his First School Leaving Certificate. His secondary school education was in Federal Government College, Enugu (FGCE) from 1982-1988 where he obtained his Senior School Certificate. He studied Medicine and Surgery at the University of Calabar between 1992-1999 and graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBCh) degree. He obtained his M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Physiology in 2006 and 2012 respectively, from the University of Calabar. He was a recipient of the University of Calabar postgraduate study fellowship award from 2009-2011 and the Cross River State postgraduate scholarship award from 2006-2009. He also won the University of Calabar convocation prize for best graduating M. Sc. Student in physiology for the 2005/2006 session at the 23rd convocation of the University of Calabar. He has been teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students for several years and has held several talks on safety and first aid in the workplace. He has attended several local and international conferences and presented many scientific papers. He has successfully supervised and mentored over ten postgraduate students including Ph.D., M.Sc., and postgraduate diploma students in Physiology. He has been involved in several research projects and the organization of scientific conferences. He has been chairman of sub-committees for some national scientific conferences and meetings of professional bodies such as the Annual General Conference and Scientific Meeting of the Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) held in Calabar (2012) and the Annual Delegates Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), in 2017. He is the Assistant Editor for Science/Medicine of the Academic Publishing Centre; a TETFUND initiative in the University of Calabar to serve the publication needs of Tertiary Institutions in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria. He is a member of the Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN), Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), and Neuroscience Society of Nigeria. He has published over thirty-five scientific papers in reputable National and International Journals. He is happily married with Children.
Aribo, E. O., Ani, E. J., Osim, E. E. and Owu, D. U. (2018). The effect of long term consumption of thermoxidised palm oil diets on some reproductive parameters in male wistar rats. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 7(12), 68 – 81.
Ani, E. J., Owu, D. U., Osim, E. E., & Ime, A. U. (2018). Chronic consumption of Thermoxidised palm oil diet (TPO) adversely affects haemostatic status and histology of some organs in rabbit. Saudi Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 4(2), 191 – 198.
Ani, E. J., Ime, A. U., Udefa, A. I, & 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.
Obeten, C. E., Ani, E. J., Ime, A. U., Kokelu, A. N., & Okon, U. E. (2018). Thermoxidized palm oil diet (TPO)-induced haematological derangements in rats is ameliorated by Aloe vera and Garlic. The Journal of Phytopharmacology, 7(4), 353-359
Ani, E. J., Ime, A. U., & Kokelu, A. N. (2018). Antioxidant and Haematological Effects of Andrographis paniculata Following Indomethacin-Induced Gastric Ulcers in Albino Rats. International Research Journal of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences.
Ime, A. U., Ani, E. J., Nna, V. U., Obeten, C. E. (2017). Aloe vera and Garlic ameliorate thermoxidised palm oil-induced haemostatic derangement in albino wistar rats. Micromedicine. 5(2), 53 – 59.
Etim, A. O., Ani, E. J., Igajah, C. N., & Nwaehujor, C. O. (2017). Effects of phytobiotics on oxidative stress and haematology in streptozotocin (STZ) induced diabetic wistar rats: A Comparative Study. American Journal of Biomedical Research, 5(3), 78 -85.
Nku, C. O., Archibong. N. A., Ofem. E. O., & Ani, E. J. (2016). Alteration in Bile Composition and flow rate following Moringa oleifera Lam leaf extract administration in salt loaded rats. World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 5(7), 253 – 264.
Ime, A. U., Ani E. J., Nna, V. U., & Obeten, C. E. (2016). Aloe vera and Garlic ameliorate deleterious consequences of thermoxidised plam oil diet on liver function and histology in rat. Nutrition and Food Science, 45(5), 803 – 815.
Nku, C. O., Ani, E. J., Ime, A. U., & Ikpi, D. E. (2016). Alteration in Biliary electrolytes and liver histology in rats following chronic caffeine intake. World Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 5(8), 1779 – 1789.
Ani, E. J., Ofem, O. E., Owu, D. U., & Osim, E. E. (2015). Distortions in Sensitivity of Carotid Baroreceptor Reflexes in Rabbits Following Consumption of Two Forms of Palm Oil Diets. British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, 8(3), 245-255.
Ani, E. J., Oka, V. O., Ikpeme, A. A., Ani, N. E., & Oneil, C. B. (2015). Relationship between duration of sport service, body mass index and some cardiovascular and respiratory indices among professional sportsmen in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences, 6(3), 374-379.
Ofem, O. E., Ani, E. J., Archibong, A. N., & Ufford, J. M. (2015). Variations in blood parameters of high salt loaded rats following administration of Moringa oleifera leaf extract. Trends Medical Research, 10(4), 97-105
Ani, E. J., Nna, V. U., Obi, C. E., & Udobong, N. J. (2015). Comparative effects of thermoxidized palm oil and groundnut oil diets on some haematological parameters in albino wistar rats. Australian Journal of Basic and applied sciences, 9(5), 181-184.
Ani, E. J., Nna, V. U., Owu, D. U., & Osim, E. E. (2015). Effect of chronic consumption of two forms of palm oil diet on serum electrolytes, creatinine and urea in rabbits. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 5(6): 115-119.
Ani, E. J., Owu, D. U., & Osim, E. E. (2015). Causative factors and type of anaemia developed in rabbits following chronic consumption of thermally oxidized palm oil diet. Journal of Medical Sciences, 15(2), 61-70.
Okpokam, D. C., Ani, E. J., Osim, E. E., Okpokam, O. E., & Usanga, E. A. (2015). Various iron deficiency stages among male blood donors in donor bleeding bay Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, 10(6), 1-7.
Ofem E. O., Ani, E. J Archibong, N. A., & John, R. E. (2015). Effect of masfon aloe vera gel on some blood parameters in high salt loaded rats. Der Pharmacia Lettre, 7(8), 26-34.
Ani, E. J., Nku, C. O., Nna, V. U., & Nwangwa, J. N. (2014) Relationship between Body Mass Index, Blood Pressure and Respiratory Indices among Male Students of University of Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. International Journal of Science and Research. 3(12), 2028-2031.
Ani, E. J., Nna, V. U., Okon, U. A., & Ekpenyong, C. E. (2014). Effect of Aloe vera gel on thermoxidized palm oil induced derangements in some haematological and biochemical parameters. Der Pharmacia Lettre, 6(6), 448-452.
Akpan, O. U., Akpan, U. J., Adienbo, O. M., & Ani E. J. (2014). Comparative Effect of Carbimazole, Citrus sinensis, Glycine Max and Levothyroxine on Blood Glucose Levels and Body Weight Changes. British Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 4(2), 203-214.
Nna, V. U., Ani, E. J., Ofutet, E. O., Ofem, O. E., Iroh, C. E., & Osim, E. E. (2014). Recurrent side effects following chronic recreational use of sexual stimulants among male subjects in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. Der Pharmacia Lettre, 6(6), 56-61.
Okpokam D. C., Ani, E. J., Okafor, M. I., Okpokam, O. E., Osim, E. E. and Emeribe, A. O. (2014). Changes in some biochemical iron-related parameters following repeated blood donation among 184 male subjects in University of Calabar Teaching Hospital Blood Donor Bay, Calabar, Nigeria, Mary Slessor Journal of Medicine, 13(1), 67 – 79.
Okon, U. A., Ani, E. J., Inyang-Etoh, E. C., Macstephen, A. O., (2014). Comparative effect of Citrus sinensis and carbimazole on serum T4, T3 and TSH levels. Nigerian Medical Journal: Journal of the Nigeria Medical Association, 55(3), 230.
Ofem, O. E., Ani, E. J & Eno, A. E. (2012). Effect of aqueous leaves extract of Ocimum gratissimum on hematological parameters in rats. International Journal of Applied and Basic Medical Research, 2(1), 38.
Ekpenyong, C, E Akpan, U. P., Ibu, J. O., & Ani, E. J., Ibu, J. O. (2011). Control of micronutrients deficiency in Diabetes mellitus: Knowledge and attitude of health care providers in a Nigerian City. Pioneer Medical Journal, 1(2), 17-23.
Ofem, O. E., Ani, E. J., Okoi, O. C., Effiang, A. U., Eno, A. E., & Ibu, J. O. (2010). Viscum album (mistletoe) extract ameliorates the adverse effects of high salt load on some serum electrolytes, organ weight and cytoarchitecture in rats. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 4(12), 6223-6232.
Ani, E. J., Ofem, O. E., Nna, V. U., & Jacob, M. U. (2015). Alteration in serum lipid profile following chronic consumption of thermally-oxidized palm oil and groundnut oil-modified diets in rats. Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences. 6(2), 634 – 641.
Ofem. E. O., Ani, E. J., Okongor, E. Y., Okot-Asi, A., Eno, A. E., & Ibu, J. O. (2008). Effect of Viscum album (mistletoe) on some serum enzymes, weight and cytoarchitectue of the liver in high salt loaded rats. Nigerian Journal of Health and Biomedical Sciences, 7(1), 1-6.
Eno, A. E., Ofem, E. O., Nku, C. O., Ani, E. J., & Itam, E. H. (2008). Stimulation of insulin secretion by Viscum album (mistletoe) leaf extract in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. African Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences, 37(2), 141-147.
Ofem, O. E., Ani, E. J., Agbor, N. O., Eno, A. E. & Ibu, J.O. (2007). Effect of Viscum album (mistletoe) on some haemostatic parameters in high salt loaded rats. Journal of Science and Technology Research, 6(3), 64-71.
Okoro, A. M., Ani, E. J., Ibu, J. O., & Akpogomeh, B. A. (2006). Effect of petroleum products inhalation on some haematological indices of fuel attendants in Calabar metropolis, Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Physiological Sciences, 21(1-2).
Ibu, J. O., Ani, E. J., Ofem, E. O., Enwerem, C. V., & Okiyi, N. (2006). Assessment of body mass index (BMI) in teenagers in Calabar, Nigeria. Global Journal of Medical Sciences, 5(2), 73-77.
Ani, E. J., Ibu, J. O., Ofem, E. O., & Nwosu, B. (2006). Cytoprotective effect of crude extract of Aloe vera gel on gastric mucosa in rats. Global Journal of Medical Sciences, 5(2), 93-96.
Ani, E. J., Ibu, J. O., Ofem, O. E., & Onwuelingo, S. (2005). Gastric Acid Secretion Induced by Aloe barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Gel in Rats. West African Journal of Biological Sciences, 16, 15-24.
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Neuroscience Society Of Nigeria
Workshop on memory and learning University of Calabar, Calabar.
2004-06-24
2004-06-24
Annual Physiological Society of Nigeria conference
Annual Physiological Society of Nigeria conference University of Portharcourt.
2005-09-15
2005-09-16
Annual Physiological Society of Nigeria conference
Annual Physiological Society of Nigeria conference, university of Ilorin, kwara state
2008-03-05
2008-03-07
Annual Physiological Society of Nigeria conference
Annual Physiological Society of Nigeria conference, Benue State University, Makurdi
2009-06-10
2009-06-12
30th Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN)
30th Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) Lagos, Nigeria
2010-08-24
2010-08-27
31st Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN)
31st Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) Sokoto, Nigeria
2011-09-16
2011-09-19
Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN)
32nd Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) ,Calabar
2012-08-22
2012-08-24
International Union Of Physiological Sciences (IUPS)
Regional Teaching and research workshop
2014-10-20
2014-10-21
34th 30th Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN)
30Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) Lagos Nigeria
2014-10-21
2014-10-23
35th Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN
35th Annual National Conference of Physiological Society of Nigeria (PSN) Enugu
2015-09-15
2015-09-18
Training of Trainers Capacity building workshop on Research Project Management and Writing Skills- Dubai, United Arab Emirates December 14-18, 2020
