Name
Prof. Sylvester Peter Antai
DepartmentMicrobiology
DesignationProfessor
EmailAbout Prof. Sylvester Peter Antai
Name: Professor Sylvester P. Antai Date of birth: June 6, 1956 Place of birth: Atte-Oron LGA of Origin: Urue-Offong State of origin: Akwa Ibom Sex: Male Nationality: Nigerian Email [email protected] ; [email protected] Mobile 07030352518 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS OBTAINED WITH DATES 1. Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree; Bacteriology and Public Health Washington State University, Pullman, USA: 1978 2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree Pathogenic Microbiology and Immunology University of Wyoming, Laramie, USA: 1979 3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree Environmental Microbial Physiology and Biotechnology University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho, USA: 1981 4. Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Marine Pollution unit, Department of Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho, USA 1982 AREA OF SPECIALIZATION Environmental Microbiology, Biochemistry and Biotechnology DEPARTMENT/FACULTY Microbiology/Biological Sciences POSITION Professor (Full) since 1991 ACADEMIC HONOURS/SCHOLARSHIPS/ACHIEVEMENTS Federal Government Undergraduate (B.Sc.) Scholarship 1975- 1979 Federal Government Postgraduate (Ph.D.) Scholarship 1979 -1981 Member of Sigma XI Scientific Research Society of USA 1978-1979 Member of Alpha Zeta Biological Honours Society of USA 1978-1979 Member of Gamma Sigma Delta. The Honour Society for Agriculture (USA) 1978-1979 FELLOWSHIP AWARDS Fellow; Institute of Industrial Administration (FIIA) 2007 Fellow; Nigeria Institute for Democracy and Good Governance (FNIDGG) 2008 Fellow; African Centre for Development and Strategic Studies (FACDSS) 2008 Fellow; Nigerian Environmental Society (FNES) 2008 NATIONAL HONOURS 1. Distinguished Academic Noble International Award Institute of Industrial Administration of Nigeria 2007 2. Best Academician and HOD of the Year Nigeria Institute of Democracy and Good Governance (NIDGG) 2007 3. Leadership Excellence Award Nigeria Institute of Democracy and Good Governance 2008 4. Leadership Distinction Award Nigeria Organization for Youth Advancement (NOYA), South-South Zone 2008 5. Best Academician of the Year in the Niger Delta Region Niger Delta Democratic Youth Vanguard 2008 6. Model for Distinguished Service Award African Magazine in conjunction with African Centre for Development and Strategic Studies, Lusaka-Zambia 2008 7. Meritorious Leadership performance and Academic Excellence Award Chartered Institute of Certified Secretaries and Reporters of Nigeria 2008 OTHER HONOURS 8. Certificate of Honour For Meritorious and Selfless Services to the Association National Association of Urue-Offong/Oruko Student (NAUOS), University of Calabar Chapter 1998 9. Award of Academic Excellence In recognition of his meritorious service to the growth of Okossi Youth Association and Academic work at large Okossi Youth Association, Calabar branch 2003 10. Excellence Service Award: In recognition of outstanding contribution to Community development Oron Union 2003 11. Excellence Award: In recognition of immense contributions and selfless service to the growth of Akpakip-Oro National Association of Akpakip-Oro Students, CRUTECH Chapter 2003 12. Excellence Service Award: In recognition of your excellence service in Rotary Family and Humanity at large. Rotaract Club of University of Calabar 2005 13. Award of Honour: In recognition of your selfless and meritorious Service to the Association, the Holy Catholic Church and Humanity 14. Catholic Youth Organization of Nigeria 2005 15. Excellence Award: Most distinguished lecturer National Association of Microbiology Students, Unical Chapter 2005 16. Award for Merit: For his selfless service to Catholic Youth Organization of Nigeria; Catholic Youth Organization of Nigeria 2007 17. Knighted by The Holy Roman Catholic Church as Knight of St. Mulumba (KSM) Nigeria 2001 18. Chieftaincy honours i. Aliaha Okossi ii Inyang Oko Udunghbia iii. Nta Nta Oro iv. Akpaha – Oro of Oron Nation v. Mukafo Ndabo of Efut Nation 19. 60th Top Nigerian Scientist (Webometrics-2018) 2018 TAUGHT COURSES Undergraduate courses include Microbial Physiology and Metabolism, Pathogenic Microbiology and Immunology, Microbial Genetics and Molecular Biology, Petroleum Microbiology Graduate courses include Advanced Microbial Physiology and Biochemistry, Advanced Microbial Genetics and Molecular Biology, Advanced Microbial Techniques and Serology and Fundamentals of Biotechnology GRADUATE STUDENT MENTORING 23 M.Sc. and 19 Ph.D. Students, some of which have become Professors, Associate Professors and Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers) COLLABORATORS 1. Dr. (Mrs.) Atim Asitok – Department of Microbiology, University of Calabar 2. Dr. Richard Antigha – Department of Civil Engineering, Cross River University of Technology 3. Dr. Nkpa Ogarekpe –Department of Civil Engineering, Cross River University of Technology 4. Dr. Eyo Essien – Department of Computer Science, University of Calabar 5. Dr. Rama Rao Karri – Department of Petroleum Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Brunei, Brunei 6. Prof. Bassey Ekpo – Department of Chemistry, University of Calabar PROFESSIONAL BODY AFFILIATIONS 1. Member; Nigerian Society for Microbiology (NSM) 2. Member; American Society for Microbiology (ASM) 3. Member; Nigerian Environmental Society (NES) 4. Member of the Nigerian Society for Biotechnology 5. Member of the Science Association of Nigeria
| S/N | Qualification | School Atttended | Started | Finished |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSLC | Okon Group School, Okon Eket, Akwa Ibom State | 1960 | 1965 delete_forever | |
| WASC | St.Francis Sec. Sch | 1965 | 1967 delete_forever | |
| WASC DIV 1 | Odot Methodist AKS, NIG | 1968 | 1969 delete_forever | |
| Ordinary Diploma of IMLT ( Nig. ) | St. Luke’s Hospital Anua-Uyo, AKS. NIG | 1971 | 1973 delete_forever | |
| B.Sc. Bacteriology and Public Health | Washington State Univ. Pullman, WA.99163, USA | 1975 | 1978 delete_forever | |
| M.Sc. Microbiology | University of Wyoming Laramie, WY. 82071 | 1978 | 1979 delete_forever | |
| Ph.D. .Bacteriology | University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho 83843 | 1980 | 1981 delete_forever |
| S/N | Publication |
|---|---|
| Atim, A.D., Antai, S. P., Ekpeyong, M. G., & Eyong, U.E. (2019). Growth Responeses of Pseudomonas fluorescens and Vibro fluvialis to Trivalent Chromium Toxicity. International of Innovative sciences. and Research Technology, 4(9), 517-526. | |
| Asitok, A. D. Antai, S. P., & Ekpenyong, M. G. (2019). Growth and extracellular enzyme activity responses of a multi-enzymic strain of Serratia sp. In a simulated diesel-contaminated system. Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International, 19(2), 1-11. | |
| Jeffery, A.N., & Antai, S.P. (2019). Physiochemical properties and Mycological quality of wheat flours consumed in Calabar. Nigeria.Asian Food Science Journal, 6(1), 1-9. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Ayotunde, O.A. (2018). Assesment of the impact of untreated rubber effluent on the base cationic and mycological properties of rubber plantation soil in Calabar. Nigeria.Asian Soil Research Journal, 1(4), 1-10. | |
| Jeffery, A.N., & Antai, S.P. (2018). Physiochemical properties and bacteriological profile of wheat flours produced and/sold in Calabar. Nigeria.Asian Research Journal of Agriculture, 10(2), 1-11. | |
| Mmuoegbulam, O.A., Antai, S.P., & Asikong. E.B.E. (2018). Bacterial community profile and phylogenetic diversity of water and surface sediments in Iko River Estuary. Akwa Ibom State. Nigeria. Biotechnology Journal International, 22(1), 1-12 | |
| Iheanacho. J.N., Antai, S.P., & Tiku, D.R. (2018). Prevalence and microbial dynamics of urinary tract infection in a tetiary hospital in Calabar. Cross River State.World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 7(17), 291-307 | |
| Duke, M., Antai, S.P., & Tiku, D.R. (2018). Microbiological Quality Assessment and Physicochemical Analysis of Selected Major Streams and Rivers in Calabar Municipality.World Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research. Manuscript No. WJPMR\20552\2018. | |
| Takon, I.A., & Antai, S.P. (2018). Evaluation of Histopathological Effects of Contaminated Unexpired Gentamicin Injections on the Kidney Tissues of Juvenile Wistar Rats. Journal of Medical Science And Clinical Research, 6(8), 1010-1016. | |
| Edet, U.O., Antai, S.P., Asitok, A.D., & Brooks, A. A. (2018). Isolation of Hydrocarbonclastic Bacteria and Plasmid Analysis for alk B Gene Primers. South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology, 1(3), 1-9. | |
| Edet, U.O., Antai, S.P., Asitok, A.D., & Brooks, A.A. (2018). Microbiological Examination and Physicochemical Analysis of Estuary Water Used as a Point of Source Drinking Water. International Journal of Pathogen Research., 1(1), 1-13. | |
| Agbor. R. B., Antai, S. P., & Nkanang, A. J. (2018). Microbial degradation of total petroleum hydrocarbon in crude oil polluted soil ameliorated with agro-wastes. Global Journal of Earth and Environmental Science, 3, 1-7. | |
| Nwosu, C., Antai, S.P., & Tiku, D. R. (2018). Potentials of mixed and axenic microbial fuel cells for electricity generation. International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Research, 6(1), 53-65. | |
| Agbor. R.B., & Antai, S.P. (2018). Enhancement of microbial degradation of crude oil polluted soil using Mexican sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia) and Wild groundnut (Calapogonium mucunoides). International Journal of Ecology and Ecosolution, 5(1), 1-7. | |
| Agbor. R.B., & Antai, S.P. (2018). Biostimulation of microbial degradation of crude oil polluted soil using cow dung and plantain peels. International Journal of Ecology and Ecosolution, 5(1), 8-12 | |
| Edet, U. O., Antai, S. P., Asitok, A. D., & Brooks, A. A. (2018). Comparative evaluation of microbial diversity of epipellic and benthic sediments using cultural and metagenomics techniques. Asian Journal of Environment and Ecology, 6(4), 1-13. | |
| Udofia, U.U., Edet, U.O., & Antai, S.P. (2018). Potential benefits of applying omics technology in cleaning up incessant crude oil spillages in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria. Advances in Research, 15(2), 1-8. | |
| Nwosu, C., Antai, S.P., Tiku, D. R. (2018). Potentials of mixed and axenic microbial fuel cells for electricity generation. International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Research, 6(1), 53-65. | |
| Edet, P.E., Asitok, A. D., Ekpenyong, M., & Antai, S. P. (2018). Evaluation of the effects of nutritional and environmental parameters on extracellular protease production by Stenotrophomonas acidaminiphila strain BPE4. International Journal of Sciences, 7(2), 1-12 | |
| Nkanang, A. J., Antai, S. P., Asitok, A. D., & Ekpenyong, M. G. 2018). Hydrocarbonoclastic potentials of Enterobacteriaceae isolated from the crude oil polluted Iko river estuary and freshwater ecosystem of the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria. GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 02(01), 038–046. | |
| Nwosu, C., Antai, S. P., & Tiku, D.R. (2018). Potential of Microbial Fuel Cells for Energy Production. International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Research, 6(1), 33-47. | |
| Antai, S. P., Tiku, D. R., & Gladys, G. E. (2018). Prevalence and Antibiogram Profile of pseudomonas aeruginosa on Hospital Equipment and sites in selected Hospitals in Calabar Municipality. World Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, 4(3), 215 – 224. | |
| Antai, S.P., Iwatt, G.D., Agbor, R.B., & Antonio, C. (2017). Bacterial Plasmid Analysis and Occurrence of Integrons among the Heavy Metals Tolerant- Antibiotics Resistant Microbes from Hydrocarbon Polluted Ecosystems in Niger Delta. Advances in Biotechnology and Microbiology, 3(3), 1- 10 | |
| Asitok, A.D., Antai, S.P., & Ekpenyong, M. G. (2017). Water soluble fraction of crude oil uncouples protease biosynthensis and activity in Vibrio fluvialis OWPB63. implications for natural attenuation. International Journal of Sciences, 6(7), 5-21. | |
| Asuquo, N.E., & Antai, S.P. (2017). Microbiological and Biochemical analysis of Soymilk produced and sold within Calabar Metropolis.Microbiology Research Journal.International., 21(2), 1 – 8. | |
| Nkanang, A., Antai, S. P., & Asitok, A.D. (2017). Bonny light crude oil degradation potentials of species of Citrobacter. Microbiology Research Journal International. 21(4) ., 1 – 10. | |
| Eno, E. O., Antai, S. P., & Tiku, D. R. (2017). Microbiological and Physicochemical impact of palm oil mill effluent on the surrounding soil at selected factory location within Calabar and Uyo. Imperial Journal of Inter Disciplinary Research, 3(10), 760-773 | |
| Antai, S. P., Asitok, A.D., & Tiku, D.R. (2017) Influence of Varying Hydrocarbon and Heavy Metal Concentrations on the Microbial Density of Agricultural Soil Samples Polluted With Crude Oil. Imperial Journal, 3(9), 1089 – 1096. | |
| Ashang, U. E., Antai, S.P., & Tiku, D.R. (2017). Distribution of antibiotic resistant bacteria flora in drinking water samples sold in Calabar Metropolis. International Journal of Innovative and Advanced Studies. In Press. | |
| Ashang, U. E., Antai, S.P., & Tiku, D.R. (2017). Distribution of antibiotic resistant bacteria flora in ready-to-eat food samples sold in Calabar Metropolis. International Journal of Science and Research Methodology. In Press. | |
| Asitok, A.D., Antai, S. P., & Ekpenyong, M.G. (2017). Water soluble fraction of crude oil uncouples protease biosynthesis and activity in hydrocarbonoclastic bacteria. Implications for natural attenuation. International Journal of Sciences, 6(7)., 1-17 | |
| Eno, E. O., Antai, S. P., & Tiku, D. R. (2017). Palm oil mill effluent biodegradation potentials among local isolated microorganisms. International Journal of Science and Research Methodology. In Press. | |
| Asuquo, N. E., Antai, S. P., & Tiku, R. (2017). Microbiological and nutritional Quality characteristics of Kunu drinks sold in Calabar Metropols. International Journal of Science and Research methodology. In press. | |
| Iwatt, G. D., Antai, S. P., & Agbor, R. B. (2016). Evaluation of Heavy metal and Total hydrocabon levels in hydrocarbon polluted Ecosystem in the Niger Delta Region. World Rural Observations, 8(1), 95 – 102. | |
| Antai, S. P., Iwatt, G. D., & Agbor, R. B. (2016). Interlocation comparison of Physicochemical properties of polluted and unpolluted Soil. Water and Sediment Ecosystems of the Niger Delta Region. World Rural Observations, 8(2), 1 – 9. | |
| Takon. I. A., Antai, S. P., & Eyong, E. U. (2016). Evaluation of Toxicological Effects of contaminated Gentamicin lnjection on Liver enzymes of Juvenile Wistar Rats. Journal of Medical Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences, 5(8), 132 – 141. | |
| Ekpenyong, G. M., Asitok, A.D., Odey, A., & Antai, S.P. (2016). Production and Activity Kinetics of Gelatinase by Serratia spp. Nigerian J. Biopesticide, 1, 70 - 82. | |
| Takon, I. A., Antai, S. P., & Eyong, E. U. (2016). Comparetive Studies on the content of active ingredients of contaminated and non- cintaminated Aspirin tablets sold in Patent Medicine Stores in Calabar. Journal of Medical Pharmaceutical and Allied Sciences, 5(8), 142 – 150. | |
| Nseabasi, N. O., & Antai, S. P., Bassey I. U., Iwatt G. D., & Unimke, A. A. (2016). Chronic Kerosene Contamination and Variation in Physiological and Heavy metal content of the soil in Calabar. Cross River State. Nigeria. Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research, 2(10), 2094 – 2099. | |
| Tiku, D. R., Antai, S. P., Asitok, A. D., & Ekpenyong, M. G. (2016). Hydrocarbon Biodegradation. Heavy Metal Tolerance., & antibiotic resistance among bacteria isolates from petroleum polluted and pristine soil samples in Calabar Metropolis. Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research, 2(11), 1448 – 1462. | |
| Ekpenyong, G. M., Antai, S. P., & Asitok, A. D. (2016). A Psedomonas aeruginosa strain IKW1 produces an unusual polymeric surface- active compound in waste frying oil- minimal medium. International Journal of Sciences. | |
| Antai, S. P., Louis, O. I., & Tiku, D. R. (2016). Microbiological and Physiochemical Analysis of some selected Municipal dumpsites in Calabar Municipality. Cross River State. Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research, 2(11), 1463 – 1477. | |
| Antai, S.P., Asitok, A.D., Louis, O.I., & Tiku, D.R. (2016). Distribution and frequency of bacteria and fungi isolates in garden dumpsites in Calabar Municipality. Cross River State. Nigeria. International Journal of Innovative Science. Engineering and Technology, 3(11), 185- 200 | |
| Antai, S.P., Asitok. A.D., Tiku D.R., & Louis, O.I. (2016). Microbiological Analysis and Solid substrate Biodegradation potential among some selected isolates from Municipal dumpsite in Calabar Municipality. Cross River State. International Journal of Innovative Science. Engineering and Technology, 3(11), 447-472. | |
| Okoro, C.O., Antai, S.P., & Udobor, E.E. (2016). Bacteriocin production by selected lactic acid bacteria and its effect on some food-borne pathogens, 3(1), 24- 28 | |
| Ekpenyong, M. G., Sylvester, A., & Asitok, A.D. (2016). Plackett – Burnan design response surface optimization of medium trace nutrients for glycolipopeptide – biosurfactant production. Iranian Biomedical Journal | |
| Babalola, T. A., Antai, S.P., & Tiku, D. R. (2015). Toxicity of crude Oil and diesel fuel to some gram positive and gram negative bacteria. Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research, 2(12), 273 – 283. | |
| Etim, L. B., & Antai, S. P. (2015). Paint discoloration control and preservation with phytoextracts of Bryophyllum pinnatum and Tetrapleura tetraptera. Annals of Biological Research, 6(10), 1 – 6. | |
| Mmuoegbulam, O. A., & Antai, S. P. (2015). Histopathological Effects of enterotoxigenic Klebsiella variiicola Enterobacter species isolated from Iko river – Nigeria. International Journal of Science and Research, 5(4), 488 – 491. | |
| Edet. U. O., Antai, S.P., Brooks, A.A., & Asitok. A.D. (2018). Metagenomic Assessment of Antibiotics Resistance Genes from Four Ecosystems in the Niger Delta Area of Nigeria. Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, 1(1), 1-10. | |
| Antai, S.P., Unimke, A. A., & Bessong, A.R. (2014). Assessment of the Heterotrophic and Crude oil utilizing microorgaanisms of Imo River Estuary of the Niger Delta Mangrove Ecosystem. American International Journal of Biology, 2(1), 01 – 14. | |
| Chinyere O., & Antai, S. P. (2014). The effects of Fermented soymilk on Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli infected mice. Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology Research, 4(1), 45 – 48. | |
| Unimke, A.A., Antai, S.P., & Bessong, A. R. (2014). Influence of seasonal variation on the microbiological and Physicochemical of Imo River Estuary of the Niger Delta Mangrove Ecosystem. American International Journal of Biology, 2(1), 61 – 74. | |
| Agbor, B. B. Ekpo, I. A. Antai, S. P. Okpako, E. C. & George, U. M. (2014). Enhanchment of Bioremediation and Rehabilitation of Spent Engine Oil Impact Soil. International Journal of Biological Sciences, 1(2), 44 – 51. | |
| Unimke, A.A., Antai, S.P., & Bessong, A.R. (2014). Hydrocarbonoclastic and Extracellular Enyzme Potential of Microorganisms isolated from Imo River Estuary of the Niger Delta Mangrove Ecosystem. International Journal of Biological Sciences, 1(1), 23 – 30. | |
| Etim. L. B., & Antai, S. P. (2014). The effect of temperature and pH on bacterial degradation of latex paints in humid environments. Global Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, 20(2), 89-94. | |
| Unimke, A. A., Antai, S. P., Agbor, R. B., Nseabasi, N. O., & Agbo, B. E. (2014). Evaluation of seasonal variation in the microbial and Heavy metal concentrations of Imo River Estuary of the Niger Delta Mangrove Ecosystem. Adance Research in Agriculture and Veterinary Science, 1(2), 88 – 94. | |
| Takon, I. A., & Antai, S. P. (2013). Evaluation of Microbiological quality of Selected Tablets commonly Dispensed in Paediatric ward in a Tertiary Hospital in Calabar. Nigeria. IJpi’s Journal of Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy (in press). | |
| Akintomide, M. J., & Antai, S. P. (2013). Micro-Fungal Protein Enrichment of Yam Peels. Microbes as Foods. Published by Lambert Acdemic Publishing company. pp | |
| Agbor, R.B., Osuagwu, I. A., Udofia, U. U., Okpako, E. C., & Antai, S. P. (2012). Biostimulation of microbial degradation of crude oil polluted soil using cocoa pod husk and plantain peels. Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology Research, 2(3), 464 – 469. | |
| Takon. I. A., & Antai, S. P. (2012). Efffect of contaminated expired and unexpired Penicillin G injection on the haematological indices of juvenile Wistar rats. Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology Research, 2(5), 750 – 757. | |
| Akintomade, M., & Antai, S. P. (2012). Protein enrichment of Irish Potato Peels(SolaniumI tuberosium) through solid substrate fermentation by Saccharomyces cereviase and Aspergillus niger. Journal of Environmental Science. Technology and Food Technology, 1(5), 15 – 19. | |
| Ekpenyong, M., Antai, S. P., & Asitok, A. D. (2012). Substrate- specific isolation and selection of bacteria for commercial biosurfactant production. International Journal of Biotechnology & Biochemistry (in press) | |
| Takon, I. A., & Antai, S. P. (2012). In-vitro evaluation of antibacterial activity of ethanolic and aqueous extracts of Fisus exasaperta VAHL(Moraceae) leaves. Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology Research, 2(5), | |
| Akintomade, M., &Antai, S. P. (2012). Inorganic Nitrogen Supplementation and Micro-fungal fermenntation of white yam peels(flour) into Single Cell Protein. Journal of Microbiology. Biotechnology. Food Sciences, 2(3), 820 – 832. | |
| Manji, P. L., Antai, S. P., & Jacob, I. O. (2012). Incidence of Staphycoccus aureus. Coliforms and Antibiotic Resistant Strains of E. coli in Rural Water Supplies in Calabar LGA. Journal of Pubic Health and Epidemiology, 4(9), 230 – 237. | |
| Nseabasi, N. O., & Antai, S. P. (2012). Effects of Long -term Kerosine Spillage on Heterotrophic Microorganisms in Soil from Niger Delta. Southern Nigeria. Journal of Applied Sciences & Environmental Management, 16(2), 195 – 199. | |
| Nseabasi, N. O., & Antai, S. P. (2012). Toxic Effect of Kerosine Contamination on the Survival of Bacterial and Fungal Species Isolated from Soil from Niger Delta. Southern Nigeria. International Research Journal of Microbiology, 3(12), 382 – 387. | |
| Manji. P. L., Antai S. P., & Jacob, I. O. (2012). Prevalence of Staphycoccus aureus and Multiple Antibiotic Resistant Strains of Coliforms in Rural Water Supplies in Odukpani LGA. Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, 6(4), 1637 – 1644. | |
| Okoro, C. U., & Antai, S. P. (2011). Effect of Processing and Storage Temperature on the shelf – Life of Laboratory Fermented Sausages. Nigerian Journal of Microbiology, 24(2), 2322 – 2331. | |
| Brooks. A. A., & Antai, S P., & Ebong, P. (2011). A High Performance Liquid Chromatographiic Assay of Active Compounds in Paracetamol Syrup Contaminated by Pencillium expansum. Canadian Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, 6(3), 2131 - 2314. | |
| Ekpenyong, G. M., & Antai, S. P. (2010). Influence of chemical speciation and divalent cations and on cadmium toxicity during microbial biodegradation of crude oil. Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences, 2(6), 77 – 84. | |
| Okoro, C. U., & Antai, S. P. (2010). Influence of Local Spices (Tetrapleura tetraptera and Allium sativum) on the Keeping Quality of Sausages prepared under Laboratory conditions. Global Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences,16, 281 – 287. | |
| Essien, J. P., & Antai, S. P. (2009). Distribution. Seasonal Variations and Ecotoxicological significance of heavy metals in sediments of Cross River Estuary Mangrove Swamp. Water. Air. Soil Pollution, 197(1- 4), 91 – 105. | |
| Essien. J. P., & Antai, S. P. (2009). Chromatium species. an emerging bioindicator of crude oil pollution of tidal mud flats in the Niger Delta mangrove ecosystem. Nigeria. Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 53, 95 -102. | |
| Nkwelang, G., Nkeng, G. E., Henri L., Fouamno, K., & Antai, S. P. (2009). Effects of Crude Oil Effluents (Produce water) on Brackish water Fish and Microbial Growth in Aquarium Environment. Pacific Journal of Science and Technology, 10(2), 619 – 625. | |
| Nkwelang, G., Nkeng, G. E., Tankoua, L. B., Henri, L., Fouamno, K., & Antai, S. P. (2009). Studies on the Optimisation of Bioremediation Factors of Refinery Waste in soil. Environmental Science and Technology, 2, 81- 86. | |
| Essien, J. P., Benson, N. U., & Antai, S. P. (2008). Application of correlation analysis In assessment of relationships between mineral hydrocarbons levels and hydrocarbonoclastic bacteria in tropical mangrove estuarine sediments. Scientific Research and Essay, 2(3), 94 - 101. | |
| Nkwelang, G., Henri, F., Kamga, L., Nkeng, G. E., & Antai, S. P. (2008). Studies on the diversity. abundance and succession of hydrocarbon utilizing micro organisms in tropical soil polluted with oily sludge. African Journal of Biotechnology, 7(8), 1075 – 1080. | |
| Nkwelang, G., Henri, F., Kamga, L., Nkeng, G. E., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Recycling Agricultural Waste to Produce Oil Dispersant. An Ecotoxicological an Bioremediation Perspective. Environmental Science and Technology, 2, 92-97. | |
| Ekpenyong, G. M., & Antai, S. P. (2007). Quantitative and Qualitative Assessment of Hydrocarbon-degrading Bacteria and Fungi in Qua Iboe Estuary. (Nigeria). Research Journal of Microbiology, 2(5), 415-425. | |
| Ekpenyong, G. M., & Antai, S. P. (2007). Cadmium Toxicity on Species of Bacillus and Pseudomonas during growth on crude oil. Trends in Applied Sciences Research, 2(2), 115-123. | |
| Ekpenyong, G. M., Antai, S. P., Essien, J. P., & Iwatt, G. D. (2007). pH- dependent zinc toxicity differentials in species of Pencillium and Rhodotorula during oil biodegradation. International Journal of Biological Chemistry, 1(1), 54- 61. | |
| Ekpenyong, G. M., & Antai, S. P. (2007). Influence of pH on Cadmium Toxicity to Bacillus species (02 and 12) during Biodegradation of crude oil. International Journal of Biological Chemistry, 1(1), 29-37. | |
| Essien, J. P., Benson, N. U., & Antai, S. P. (2007). Seasonal Dynamics of Physicochemical Properties and Heavy metal Burdens in Mangrove Sediments and Pelagic Column of the Brackish Qua Iboe Estuary. Nigeria. Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry, 90(20), 259 – 273. | |
| Etim, L. B., & Antai, S. P. (2007). Petroleum hydrocarbon degrading capability of freshwater autochthonous filamentous fungi. Global Journal of Environmental Sciences, 6(1), 33 – 40. | |
| Etok, C. A., & Antai, S. P. (2007) Bioconversion of water hyacinth lignocellulose into feed supplement by lignocellulolytic Streptomyces. International Journal of Nat. Appl. Sci., 2(1), 21-31. | |
| Etim, L. B., Antai, S. P., & Iwat, G. (2007). Crude oil degrading potential of Freshwater bacterial isolates from slow running freshwater system located in Cross River State. Nigeria. Global Journal of pure and Applied Sciences, 11(3), 403 – 407. | |
| Essien, J. P., & Antai, S. P. (2007). Microalgae biodiversity and biomass Status in Qua Iboe Estuary mangrove swamp. Nigeria. Aquatic Ecology, 42, 71- 81. | |
| Nkwelang, G., Nkeng, G, E., Lysette, T. B., Henri F., Kamga., L., & Antai, S. P. (2007). Studies on the Optimization of Bioremediation factors of refinery Oily Waste in Soil. In: Steven K Starret. Jihua J. Hong. R. J Wilcock. Qilin Li. John. H Carson. Samantha Arnold(Eds). Proceedings of the International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology, 2, 81-86 | |
| Asitok, A. D., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Petroleum hydrocarbon utilization and biosurfactant production by Pseudomonas and Bacillus species. Nigerian Journal of Microbiology, 20(1), 824-831. | |
| Brook, A. A., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Bacteriological status of some cosmetic products in three states of Southern Nigeria. Nigeria Journal of Microbiology, 20(3), 1345 - 1354. | |
| Essien, J. P., Antai, S. P., & Benson. N. U. (2006). Microbial population dynamics as a function of Sediment Salinity Gradients in the Qua Iboe Estuary Mangrove Swamps(Nigeria). Research Journal of Microbiology, 1(3), 255 – 265. | |
| Iwatt, G. D., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Evaluation of crude oil degradation by bacterial isolates from deteriorated palm oil. Nigeria Journal of Microbiology, 20(2), 1072-1077. | |
| Essien, J. P., Ubom. R. M., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Productivity and distribution of epipellic microalgae along salinity gradients in mangrove swamp of the Qua Iboe Estuary (Nigeria). Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 121, 65-75. | |
| Essien, J. P., Ubom. R. M., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Productivity and distribution of epipellic microalgae along salinity gradients in mangrove swamp of the Qua Iboe Estuary (Nigeria). Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 121, 65-75. | |
| Lennox, J. A., Antai, S. P., Abriba. C., & Ntui, V. (2006). Survey of the efficacy of some antibiotics sold in Calabar metropolis. Cross River State. Nigeria Journal of Microbiology, 20(3), 1156-1163. Iwatt, G. D., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Variation in Microbial density and physicochemical properties of kerosene polluted soil. Global Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, 12(4), 465-470. | |
| Brooks, A., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Effects of cell-free extracts of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Proteus vulgaris on some haematological indices of neonatal rats. Nigeria Journal of Microbiology, 20(1), 642-648. | |
| Takon, I. A., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Microbial contamination of expired and unexpired aqueous and suspension drugs sold in some patent medicine store in Calabar. Nigeria Journal of Microbiology, 20, 1096-1103. | |
| Lennox, J. A., Antai, S. P., Abriba. C., & Ntui, V. (2006). Survey of the efficacy of some antibiotics sold in Calabar metropolis. Cross River State. Nigeria Journal of Microbiology, 20(3), 1156-1163. | |
| Iwatt, G. D., & Antai, S. P. (2006). Variation in Microbial density and physicochemical properties of kerosene polluted soil. Global Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, 12(4), 465-470. | |
| Essien, J. P., & Antai, S. P. (2005). Negative effects of oil spillage on beach microalgae in Nigeria. World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 21(4), 57-573. | |
| Brooks, A., & Antai, S. P. (2005). Evaluation of microbial contamination in Pediatric oral preparations in Calabar Metropolis. Global Journal of Medical Sciences, 4, 19-23. | |
| Brooks, A., & Antai, S. P. (2005). Extracellular Protease by Bacillus subtilis isolated from contaminated Paracetamol oral preparation. Global Journal of Natural and Applied Sciences, 12, 55-60. | |
| Brooks, A. A., & Antai, S. P. (2005). Microbiological Evaluation of some Paediatric oral preparations sold in some patent medicine stores and Pharmacy shops in Calabar. Nigeria. Global Journal of Medical Sciences, 4, 19-23. | |
| Ijah. U.J.J., & Antai, S. P. (2003). The Potential use of Chicken –drop microorganisms for oil spill Remediation. The Environmentalist, 23, 89-95. | |
| Ijah. U.J.J., & Antai, S.P. (2003). Removal of Nigerian light crude oil in soil over a 12- month period. International Bio-deterioration and Biodegradation, 51(2), 93 – 99. | |
| Atim. E., & Antai, S. P. (2002). Biodegradability of the major components of Bonny light crude oil by Bacillus subtilis. Global Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences, 8, 215-222. | |
| Udo. S.M., Antai, S.P., & Antai, E.E. (1998). Antibiotic resistance and virulence factors of Non-01 Vibrio cholerae isolated in Calabar. Nigeria. Mary Slessor Journal of Medicine., 1(2), 23-29. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Nkwelang, G. (1998). Reduction of some toxicants in Icacinia manni by fermentation with Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, 53, 103-111. | |
| Udo. S. M., Antai, S. P., & Utsalo, S. J. (1997). Focused surveillance for Vibrio cholerae among marine animals harvested from the Cross river estuary in Nigeria Orient Journal of Medicine, 9(1-4), 10-12. | |
| Udo, S.M., & Antai, S. P. (1996). Characterisation of Non -01 Vibrio cholerae isolated from Human and Environmental sources in Cross River State. Nigeria. J. Med. Lab. Sci., 5, 54 - 62. | |
| Udo. S.M., & Antai, S. P. (1996). Pathogenic potentials of Clinical and Environmental strains of Non-01Vibrio cholerae isolated in Cross River State. Nigeria. J. M. Lab. Sci., 5, 60-63. | |
| Ijah. U.J.J., & Antai, S.P. (1995). The effects of nitrogen and phosphorus supplementation on crude oil degradation by Streptomyces viridosporus T7A. J. of Discov. and Innov., 7, 387-390. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Mbomgo, P. (1994). Utilization of cassava peels as substrate for crude protein formation. Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, 46, 345-351. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Udotung, I.R. (1993). Conversion of lignocellulose substrates to glucose with cellulase of a new isolate of Streptomyces strain 21B. W. A. J. Biol. and Appl. Chem., 38, 21-29. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Mgbomgo, E. (1993). Patterns of degradation of Bonny light crude oil by Bacillus sp and Pseudomonas sp isolated from oil spilled site. W.A.J. Biol. and Chem., 38, 16-20. | |
| Antai, S. P., & Nzeribe, E. (1992). Suitability of using sieved and unseived maize mash for production of "Ogi"- A fermented cereal food. Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, 42, 25-30. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Obong, U. S, (1992). The effect of fermentation on the nutrient status and on some toxic components of Icacinia manni. Plant Foods for Human nutrition, 42, 219-224. | |
| Iyo, A.H., & Antai, S.P. (1991). Protein enrichment of lignocellulose resulting from the growth of two Streptomyces strains. World J. of Microbiol. Biotech., 7, 624-625. | |
| Amadi, A., & Antai, S.P. (1991). Quantitative estimation of growth and survival of some petroleum hydrocarbon degraders as affected by microbial cultures. International J. of Biochemphysics, 1(2), 5-8. | |
| Amadi, A., & Antai, S.P. (1991). Degradation of Bonny medium crude oil by Microbial species isolated from Oshika- Ojakama oil polluted area. International J. of Biochemphysics, 1(2), 10- 14. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Iyo. A. (1990). Selection of mutant Streptomyces strains with enhanced ability for acid precipitable polymeric lignin production. Journal of Basic Microbiology, 30, 643-647. | |
| Antai, S.P. (1990). Enrichment of nutrient quality of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) with Microbial proteins. Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, 40, 289-296. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Ijah, U.J.J. (1990). Enhanced crude oil degradation by Streptomyces mutant strains. Polytechnic J. of Sci. and Tech., 1, 42-49. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Ekuedong, E. O. (1990). Prevalence of multiple Antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in meat cuts sold in Calabar Markets. Journal of Exp. and Appl. Biology, 2(1-4), 1-9. | |
| Antai, S. P. (1990). Biodegradation of Bonny light crude oil by Bacillus sp., & Pseudomonas sp. Journal of Waste Management, 10, 61-64. | |
| Antai, S. P., & Akpadiaha, E. (1990). Inanimate surfaces as reservoir for dissemination of antibiotic-resistant Staph. aureus in two hospitals in Calabar. Tropical J. of Appl. Sciences, 1(1), 49-52. | |
| Udeme, J., Ijah, J., & Antai, S.P. (1990). Bacterial flora of ready-to-eat fruits sold in Calabar markets.W. A. J. of Biol. and Appl. Chem., 36(1-4), 2-6. | |
| Njoku, C. C., & Antai, S.P. (1989). Influence of culture parameters on APPL. production by three ligninolytic Streptomyces strains. Microbios Letters, 41, 151-159. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Mgbomo, E. (1989). Distribution of hydrocarbon utilizing bacteria in Ahoada oil-spilled areas. Microbios Letters, 40, 137-143. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Udotung, I.R. (1989). Effects of carbon and nitrogen sources on cellulase production by Streptomyces strain 21B. West African J. Biol. and Appl. Chem., 33, 3-9. | |
| Antai, S. P. (1988). Lignocellolose degradation and APPL production by select Streptomyces strains. Nig. J. of Biotechnology, 5, 94-100. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Ogbonna. D.N. (1988). Prevalence of faecal coliforms and Staph aureus on environmental surfaces in a nursery and Day-Care centre. Nig. J. of Microbiology, 8(1-2), 59-64. | |
| Udeme, J., Ijah, J., & Antai, S.P. (1988). Degradation and mineralization of crude oil by bacteria. Nig. J. of Biotechnology, 5, 79-86. | |
| Iyo, A. H., & Antai, S. P. (1988). Effects of different nitrogen sources on lignocellulose degradation and APPL production. Letters in Applied Microbiology, 7, 75-78. | |
| Antai, S.P. (1988). Study of the Bacillus flora of Nigerian spicies. International Journal of Food Microbiology, 6, 259-261. | |
| Njoku, C.A., & Antai, S.P. (1987). Lignocellulose degradation and crude protein formation by three ligninolytic Streptomyces strains. Letters in Applied Microbiology, 7, 75-78. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Anozie, S. O. (1987). Incidence of Infantile diarrhoea due to entero-pathogenic Escherichia coli in Port Harcourt Metropolis. Journal of Applied Bacteriology, 62, 227-229. | |
| Ibrahim, M.H., & Antai, S. P. (1986). Chemical changes during the fermentation of African locust bean (Parkia filiociodea). Qualitas Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, 36, 179-184. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Somiari, R. I. (1986). Isolation and characterisation of some micro-organisms associated with spoil canned foods in Port Harcourt Metropolis. Nig. J. of Appl. Science, 3(2), 129-142. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Ejilemele, C.W. (1986). Incidence of Staphylococcus aureus infections in three hospitals in Port Harcourt. Nig. J. of Biological Sciences, 1, 33-39. | |
| Antai, S.P. (1986). Protoplast transformation in ligninolytic Streptomyces . Use of naked and liposome vesicle entrapped DNA. Nig. J. of Microbiology, 6, 47-52. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Ibrahim, M. H. (1986). Micro-organisms associated with African Locust Bean fermentation for ‘Dawadawa’ production. Journal of Appl. Bacteriology, 61, 145-148. | |
| Antai, S. P. (1985). Degradation of Guinea grass lignocellulose by three Streptomyces strains isolated from natural habitats. Biologia Africana, 2, 8-14. | |
| Antai, S. P. (1984). Improved serological method for the diagnosis of Caseous Lymphadenitis in sheep. Nig. J. Microbiol., 3(2), 158-163. | |
| Antai, S. P. (1987). Incidence of Staph. aureus. coliforms and antibiotic resistant strains of Escherichia coli in rural water supplies in Port Harcourt. Journal of Applied Bacteriology, 62, 371-375. | |
| Antai, S. P., & Crawford, D. L. (1983). Chemical analysis of low molecular weight products of Lignin degradation. Nigerian J. of Appl. Science, 1, 16-22. | |
| Antai, S. P., & Crawford, D. L. (1983). Characterisation of alkaline soluble polymeric lignin(ASPL) derived from sound and microbially degraded lignocelluloses. Nig. J. of Sci. and Tech., 1(2), 172-180. | |
| Antai, S. P., & Crawford, D.L. (1983). Chemistry of grass lignin degradation by Streptomyces. Nig. J. Biotech., 1, 121-142. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Crawford. D. L. (1982). Degradation of Extractive-free Lignocelluloses by Coriolus versicolor and Poria placenta. Euro. J. of Appl. Microbiol. and Biotech., 14, 165-168. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Crawford. D. L. (1982). Degradation of Phenol by Streptomyces setonii 75 Vi 2. Can. J. of Microbiol., 29, 142-143. | |
| Antai, S.P., & Crawford, D. L. (1981). Degradation of hardwood. softwood and grass Lignoculloses two Streptomyces strains. Applied and Environmental Microbiology, 42, 378-380 | |
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| S/N | Conference | Description | Started | Finished |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Microbiology, University of Port Harcourt | 1983-10-17 | 1983-10-23 | ||
| Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Microbiology, University of Nigeria, Nsukka | 1984-11-07 | 1984-11-09 | ||
| Annual Conference of the Ecological Society of Nigeria, University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt | Abundance, distribution, and biodegradation potential of microorganisms isolated from Ahoada oil spilled site ". | 1985-05-03 | 1985-05-05 | |
| Annual Conference of the Biotechnology Society of Nigeria, University of Jos, Jos. | Lignocellulose decomposition by microorganisms and the importance of this Biotechnology | 1985-05-16 | 1985-05-17 | |
| Annual Conference of the Science Association of Nigeria, University of Science and Technology | Protoplast Transformation in Ligninolytic Streptomyces- Use of naked and liposome vesicle-entrapped DNA | 1985-07-21 | 1985-07-22 | |
| Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Microbiology, University of Calabar, Calabar | Use of genetic manipulation technique of protoplast fusion in Biotechnology | 1986-11-03 | 1986-11-06 | |
| Annual Conference of the Biotechnology Society of Nigeria, Anambra State University of Science and Technology, Enugu | Degradation and Mineralisation of crude oil by Bacteria | 1987-05-17 | 1987-05-19 | |
| Annual Conference of the Biotechnology Society of Nigeria, Anambra State University of Science and Technology, Enugu | Lignocellulose degradation and APPL production by select Streptomyces strains “. | 1987-05-17 | 1987-05-19 | |
| Environmental Evaluation Report seminar organised by SPDC-EAST, Port Harcourt | 1993-10-06 | 1993-10-07 | ||
| National workshop on Environmental Development Strategy for the Niger Delta of Nigeria, Port Harcourt, Rivers State | 1995-09-04 | 1995-09-07 | ||
| Workshop on Acid Rain Studies and Harmonisation Strategy for EIA and EER, SPDC-WEST, Warri | 1995-10-24 | 1995-10-25 | ||
| Annual Conference titled " World Environment Day " organised by The Nigerian Environmental Society ( NES ), The presidential Hotel , Port Harcourt | 1999-06-03 | 1999-06-04 | ||
| Stakeholders’ Consultative workshop for the Oil and Gas Sector, Calabar | Impact of Oil Spill Management Along Coastal Settlements in Nigeria | 2008-08-04 | 2008-08-06 | |
| 32nd National Conference of Nigerian Society for Microbiology Conference, University Auditorium, Abia State University, Utur | Comparative Studies on the Content of Active Ingredients of Genuine and Biodeteriorated Acetylsalicylic Acid | 2008-10-13 | 2008-10-17 | |
| 32nd National Conference of Nigerian Society for Microbiology Conference, University Auditorium, Abia State University, Utur | Influence of Chemical Speciation and Divalent Cations on Cadmium Toxicity During Microbial Biodegradation of Crude Oil. | 2008-10-13 | 2008-10-17 | |
| 32nd National Conference of Nigerian Society for Microbiology Conference, University Auditorium, Abia State University, Utur | Effect of Duration and Levels of Pollution on Some Physicochemical Properties and Microbial Population of Diesel-polluted Tropical Agricultural Soil | 2008-10-13 | 2008-12-17 |