Director at National veterinary research institute vom, Nigeria
Elmina Abiba Abiayi is a distinguished researcher and leader in the field of microbiology and biotechnology. With extensive experience at the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI) in Nigeria, she has held various key positions, including Director of Special Services and Officer in Charge of Leptospira Research and Diagnosis. Her professional journey includes international exposure as a visiting scientist at the University of Florida, which has broadened her research perspective. Abiayi’s dedication to advancing diagnostic and research methodologies is evident in her leadership roles and contributions to veterinary science.
Professional profile
Education📚
Elmina Abiba Abiayi holds multiple advanced degrees including a PhD in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology from the University of Jos, Nigeria. Her educational journey spans from a B.Sc. in Microbiology to a Fellowship in Medical Laboratory Technology, reflecting a deep commitment to her field and a solid foundation in microbiology and biotechnology.
Professional Experience🏛️
Abiayi’s professional experience is extensive and varied. She has held leadership positions at the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), including Director of Special Services and Officer in Charge of Leptospira Research and Diagnosis. Her role involved significant responsibilities in diagnostic services, research, and laboratory management. Her experience includes international exposure as a visiting scientist at the University of Florida, which adds a global perspective to her expertise.
Research Interest🌐
Elmina Abiba Abiayi’s research interests are primarily focused on applied microbiology, particularly in the areas of animal disease diagnostics and vaccine development. Her work includes significant contributions to the control and prevention of zoonotic diseases, as well as advancements in laboratory techniques for better disease management. Her research also encompasses the development and improvement of vaccines for veterinary use, reflecting her commitment to enhancing public and animal health through scientific innovation.
Awards and Honors🏆
Abiayi’s accomplishments are underscored by several prestigious awards and fellowships. These include the IAEA Fellowship for Animal Diseases, the Norman E. Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship, and participation in advanced training programs such as the AWARD Women’s Leadership and Management Course. These accolades highlight her leadership, research capability, and dedication to advancing science.
Publication📜
- Effect of single and combination therapy on methanol extracts of Khaya senegalensis stem bark, Vernonia amygdalina leaves and Garcinia kola seed in Leptospira interrogans-infected mice
- Authors: Abiayi, E.A., Itelima, J.U., Onwuliri, F.C., Agida, G., Forcados, G.
- Journal: Journal of Ethnopharmacology
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 335
- Article Number: 118601
- Citations: 0 🌟
- Pathogenic Leptospira interrogans in Jos North Abattoir, Nigeria: Occurrence, serology, and molecular characterization
- Authors: Abiayi, E.A., Itelima, J.U., Onwuliri, F.C., ThankGod, D.G., Meseko, C.
- Journal: Comparative Immunology, Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 112
- Article Number: 102223
- Citations: 0 🌟
- Analysis of Retrospective Laboratory Data on the Burden of Bacterial Pathogens Isolated at the National Veterinary Research Institute Nigeria, 2018–2021
- Authors: Kabantiyok, D., Gyang, M.D., Agada, G.O., Adegboye, O.A., Emeto, T.I.
- Journal: Veterinary Sciences
- Year: 2023
- Volume: 10(8)
- Article Number: 505
- Citations: 1 🌟
- Isolation and molecular characterization of pathogenic Leptospira species from cattle in Zaria and its environs, Kaduna State, Nigeria
- Authors: Udechukwu, C.C., Kudi, C.A., Abdu, P.A., Okoronkwo, M.O., Adekola, A.A.
- Journal: Comparative Immunology, Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
- Year: 2023
- Volume: 99
- Article Number: 102003
- Citations: 3 🌟
- Serological and molecular epidemiology of leptospirosis and the role of dogs as sentinel for human infection in Nigeria
- Authors: Pilau, N.N., Lubar, A.A., Daneji, A.I., Vinetz, J.M., Matthias, M.A.
- Journal: Heliyon
- Year: 2022
- Volume: 8(5)
- Article Number: e09484
- Citations: 8 🌟
- Haematology of captive wild African giant (Cricetomys gambianus) and brown (Rattus norvegicus) rats sero-positive for Leptospira spp. around Zaria
- Authors: Udechukwu, C.C., Kudi, C.A., Abdu, P.A., Ogbuagu, N.E., Oyetunde, J.S.
- Journal: Comparative Clinical Pathology
- Year: 2021
- Volume: 30(3)
- Pages: 441–444
- Citations: 0 🌟
- Prevalence of Leptospira interrogans in wild rats (Rattus norvegicus and Cricetomys gambianus) in Zaria, Nigeria
- Authors: Udechukwu, C.C., Kudi, C.A., Abdu, P.A., Abiayi, E.A., Orakpoghenor, O.
- Journal: Heliyon
- Year: 2021
- Volume: 7(1)
- Article Number: e05950
- Citations: 6 🌟
- Occurrence of leptospirae antibodies in abattoir workers in parts of north central Nigeria
- Authors: Abiayi, E.A., Inabo, H.I., Jatau, E.D., Sar, T.T., Dangeri, M.A.
- Journal: Research Journal of Immunology
- Year: 2015
- Volume: 8(1)
- Pages: 27–34
- Citations: 4 🌟
- Knowledge, attitudes, risk factors and practices (KARP) that favor leptospira infection among abattoir workers in North Central Nigeria
- Authors: Abiayi, E.A., Inabo, H.I., Jatau, E.D., Kumbish, P.R., Okewole, P.A.
- Journal: Asian Journal of Epidemiology
- Year: 2015
- Volume: 8(4)
- Pages: 104–113
- Citations: 12 🌟
