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Biography

Summary:
Expert in disease pathophysiology with >10 years of hands-on wet-lab experience. Specialist in Chronic and Infectious Disease R&D and Biomarker Discovery. Versatile medical writer with a clear mandate of simplifying complex scientific insights into readily accessible knowledge.

Technical Skills:
Proven proficiency in Molecular Biology methods (DNA/RNA isolation, qPCR, ELISA, SDS-PAGE).
Skilled in Biochemical Analytical Techniques (HPLC, GC-FID, GCMS, spectrophotometry). Demonstrated skills in extracting information from scientific literature, presenting them in a manner ready for application.
Experienced in Disease Modeling (in vitro and in vivo).

Achievements:
Led multiple projects resulting in the development and deployment of molecular diagnostic assays against infectious diseases.
Coordinated projects on the discovery of phytomedicines and functional foods targeting chronic diseases e.g. Type 2 diabetes, Cancer.
Published extensively in reputable journals; contributing valuable insights to the field.

Leadership & Project Management:
Successfully led and mentored teams in high-throughput biological processes.
Strong project management skills in planning, execution, and timely delivery of milestones.

Medical Writing Excellence:
Adept at translating complex scientific findings into compelling narratives.
Authored impactful guidelines for medical diagnostics, bridging the gap between research and application.

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Activities

Employment (4)

Medical Diagnostic Laboratories (United States): Hamilton, New Jersey, US

2022-09-01 to present | Research Scientist (Institute for Biomarker Research)
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Ayodeji B. Oyenihi

Cape Peninsula University of Technology - Bellville Campus: Bellville, ZA

2019-01-01 to 2022-10-31 | Researcher (Functional Foods Research Unit)
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Stellenbosch University: Matieland, ZA

2017-01-01 to 2018-12-31 | Postdoctoral fellow (Physiological sciences)
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Ayodeji B. Oyenihi

University of KwaZulu-Natal: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA

2014-03-01 to 2016-05-31 | Teaching assistant/practical demonstrator (Biochemistry)
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Education and qualifications (3)

University of KwaZulu-Natal: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA

2013-08-01 to 2017-04-05 | PhD/Dr (Biochemistry)
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University of Ibadan: Ibadan, Oyo, NG

2010-01-10 to 2011-09-13 | MSc (Biochemistry (Molecular Drug Metabolism and Toxicology))
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University of Ilorin: Ilorin, Kwara, NG

2003-01-07 to 2007-08-10 | BSc (Hons) (Biochemistry)
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Works (36)

Evaluation of Low-Pressure Cold Plasma Effect on Phytonutrients, Drying and Microstructural Characteristics, and Changes in Microbial Load of Fresh and Hot-Air-Dried ‘Heidi’ Mango

Food and Bioprocess Technology
2024 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85186950345

Part of ISSN: 19355149 19355130
Contributors: Yanclo, L.A.; Sigge, G.; Belay, Z.A.; Oyenihi, A.B.; Caleb, O.J.
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Proximate Analysis and Fatty Acid Composition of Hot-Smoked Underutilised South African Black Mussel (Choromytilus meridionalis, Krauss 1848)

2024-07-03 | Preprint
Contributors: Sinazo Matika; Ayodeji Oyenihi; Sune Henning
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Effects of Cold Plasma Pretreatment and Cultivar on the Drying Characteristics, Biochemical, and Bioactive Compounds of 'Tropica' and 'Keitt'Mangoes

Journal of Biosystems Engineering
2024-06 | Journal article
Contributors: Loriane A. Yanclo; Gunnar Sigge; Zinash A. Belay; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Feroza October; Oluwafemi James Caleb
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Molecular Characterization of Vaginal Microbiota Using a New 22-Species qRT-PCR Test to Achieve a Relative-abundance and Species-based Diagnosis of Bacterial Vaginosis

2024-03-18 | Preprint
Contributors: Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Ronald Haines; Jason Trama; Sebastian Faro; Eli Mordechai; Martin E. Adelson; John Osei Sekyere
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Composition and health-promoting effects of fig (Ficus carica) extracts

Fig (Ficus carica): Production, Processing, and Properties
2023 | Book chapter
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2-s2.0-85160484587

Contributors: George, T.T.; Oyenihi, A.B.; Oyenihi, O.R.; Obilana, A.O.
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Three decades of research on Centella asiatica: Insights and future trends from bibliometric analysis

Journal of Herbal Medicine
2023 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85159573424

Part of ISSN: 22108041 22108033
Contributors: Oyenihi, A.B.; George, T.T.; Oyenihi, O.R.; Obilana, A.O.; Opperman, M.
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Health and commercial relevance of Garcinia species: Key scientometric analyses from three decades of research

Plant Science Today
2023-08-30 | Journal article
Contributors: Omolola Rebecca Oyenihi; Toyosi Timilehin George; Ayodeji Babatunde Oyenihi; Elizabeth Oyinkansola Omotola; Oluwafemi Adeleke Ojo; Ademola Olabode Ayeleso; Oluwafemi Oguntibeju
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Species-Specific Analysis of Bacterial Vaginosis-Associated Bacteria

Microbiology Spectrum
2023-08-17 | Journal article
Contributors: John Osei Sekyere; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Jason Trama; Martin E. Adelson; Steven Frese; Francescopaolo Antonucci
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Curative efficacy of slightly alkaline electrolyzed water treatment against Botrytis cinerea on ‘Granny Smith’ apples

Acta Horticulturae
2022 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85142441296

Part of ISSN: 24066168 05677572
Contributors: Nyamende, N.E.; Keyser, Z.; Belay, Z.A.; Oyenihi, A.B.; Caleb, O.J.
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Impacts of alkaline-electrolyzed water treatment on physicochemical, phytochemical, antioxidant properties and natural microbial load on ‘Granny Smith’ apples during storage

International Journal of Food Science and Technology
2022 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85118791032

Part of ISSN: 13652621 09505423
Contributors: Nyamende, N.E.; Belay, Z.A.; Keyser, Z.; Oyenihi, A.B.; Caleb, O.J.
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Platinum(II) complexes bearing asymmetrically substituted pivaloylthioureas: Synthesis, crystal structures, DFT and antioxidant studies

Polyhedron
2022 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85135884128

Part of ISSN: 02775387
Contributors: Nkabyo, H.A.; Oyenihi, A.B.; Joseph, C.M.; Olaoye, O.O.; Lopis, A.S.; Luckay, R.C.
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Advances in non-thermal technologies for whole and minimally processed apple fruit – A review

Food Bioscience
2022-12 | Journal article
Contributors: Nandi E. Nyamende; Gunnar O. Sigge; Zinash A. Belay; Rebogile R. Mphahlele; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Asanda Mditshwa; Zaharan M. Hussein; Oluwafemi James Caleb
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Trends and progress in sorghum research over two decades, and implications for global food security

South African Journal of Botany
2022-12 | Journal article
Contributors: Toyosi T. George; Anthony O. Obilana; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Anthony B. Obilana; Damilola O. Akamo; Joseph M. Awika
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Isolation and characterization culturable microbes on the surface of ‘Granny Smith’ apples treated with electrolyzed water during cold storage

Food Science and Biotechnology
2022-11 | Journal article
Contributors: Nandi E. Nyamende; Justin W. Hoff; Valmary van Brede; Zinash A. Belay; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Oluwafemi James Caleb
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“An apple a day keeps the doctor away”: The potentials of apple bioactive constituents for chronic disease prevention

Journal of Food Science
2022-06 | Journal article
Contributors: Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Zinash A. Belay; Asanda Mditshwa; Oluwafemi J. Caleb
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Reactive oxygen species: Key players in the anticancer effects of apigenin?

Journal of Food Biochemistry
2022-02 | Journal article
Contributors: Omolola R. Oyenihi; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Toyin D. Alabi; Oluwatosin G. Tade; Anne A. Adeyanju; Oluwafemi O. Oguntibeju
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Characterization of Moringa oleifera Leaf Powder Extract Encapsulated in Maltodextrin and/or Gum Arabic Coatings

Foods
2021-12-08 | Journal article
Contributors: Toyosi T. George; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Fanie Rautenbach; Anthony O. Obilana
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Unravelling the Anticancer Mechanisms of Traditional Herbal Medicines with Metabolomics

Molecules
2021-10-29 | Journal article
Contributors: Omolola R. Oyenihi; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Joseph O. Erhabor; Motlalepula G. Matsabisa; Oluwafemi O. Oguntibeju
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Strawberry fruit ( Fragaria x ananassa Romina) juice attenuates oxidative imbalance with concomitant modulation of metabolic indices linked to male infertility in testicular oxidative injury

Andrologia
2021-10-13 | Journal article
Contributors: Ochuko L. Erukainure; Veronica F. Salau; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Ndumiso Mshicileli; Chika I. Chukwuma; Md. Shahidul Islam
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Moringa oleifera through the years: a bibliometric analysis of scientific research (2000-2020)

South African Journal of Botany
2021-09 | Journal article
Contributors: Toyosi T. George; Anthony O. Obilana; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Fannie G. Rautenbach
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Alternative postharvest pre-treatment strategies for quality and microbial safety of ‘Granny Smith’ apple

Heliyon
2021-05 | Journal article
Contributors: Nandi E. Nyamende; F.R. Domtchouang; Zinash A. Belay; Zanephyn Keyser; Ayodeji Oyenihi; Oluwafemi J. Caleb
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Toxicity assessment of watermelon seed supplemented diet in rats

Drug and Chemical Toxicology
2021-03-07 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0148-0545
Part of ISSN: 1525-6014
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Ayodeji B. Oyenihi
grade
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Centella asiatica: its potential for the treatment of diabetes

Diabetes
2020 | Book chapter
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2-s2.0-85124853169

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Centella asiatica alleviates diabetes‐induced changes in fatty acid profile and oxidative damage in rat testis

Andrologia
2020-11-13 | Journal article
Contributors: Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Maretha Opperman; Toyin D. Alabi; Buhle Mpahleni; Bubuya Masola
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Strawberry fruit ( Fragaria x ananassa cv. Romina) extenuates iron‐induced cardiac oxidative injury via effects on redox balance, angiotensin‐converting enzyme, purinergic activities, and metabolic pathways

Journal of Food Biochemistry
2020-06-08 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0145-8884
Part of ISSN: 1745-4514
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Ayodeji B. Oyenihi
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Are polyphenol antioxidants at the root of medicinal plant anti-cancer success?

Journal of Ethnopharmacology
2019 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85054431671

Contributors: Oyenihi, A.B.; Smith, C.
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Effects of Centella asiatica on skeletal muscle structure and key enzymes of glucose and glycogen metabolism in type 2 diabetic rats

Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy
2019-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Silvana O.P. Langa; Samson Mukaratirwa; Bubuya Masola
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Redox Status and Muscle Pathology in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Insights from Various Rat Hindlimb Muscles

Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity
2019-03-26 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 1942-0900
Part of ISSN: 1942-0994
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Ayodeji B. Oyenihi
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A novel herbal beverage from Moringa oleifera, Dennettia tripetala, and Citrus sinensis abates Bonny light crude oil-induced oxidative injury in rat brain and liver

Comparative Clinical Pathology
2018-05 | Journal article
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Ayodeji B. Oyenihi
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Centella asiatica ameliorates diabetes-induced stress in rat tissues via influences on antioxidants and inflammatory cytokines

Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy
2018-05-01 | Journal article
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Centella asiatica enhances hepatic antioxidant status and regulates hepatic inflammatory cytokines in type 2 diabetic rats.

2017-12 | Journal article
Contributors: Oyenihi AB; Chegou NN; Oguntibeju OO; Masola B
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Antidiabetic Effects of Resveratrol: The Way Forward in Its Clinical Utility

Journal of Diabetes Research
2016 | Journal article
Contributors: Omolola R. Oyenihi; Ayodeji B. Oyenihi; Anne A. Adeyanju; Oluwafemi O. Oguntibeju
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Hepato- and neuro-protective effects of watermelon juice on acute ethanol-induced oxidative stress in rats

Toxicology Reports
2016 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-84957837874

Contributors: Oyenihi, O.R.; Afolabi, B.A.; Oyenihi, A.B.; Ogunmokun, O.J.; Oguntibeju, O.O.
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Antioxidant strategies in the management of diabetic neuropathy

BioMed Research International
2015 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-84925308650

Contributors: Oyenihi, A.B.; Ayeleso, A.O.; Mukwevho, E.; Masola, B.
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Antioxidant -Rich Natural Products and Diabetes Mellitus

Antioxidant-Antidiabetic Agents and Human Health
2014-02-05 | Book chapter
Part of ISBN: 9789535112150
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Ayodeji B. Oyenihi

Hepatic, testicular and spermatozoa antioxidant status in rats chronically treated with Garcinia kolaseed

Journal of Ethnopharmacology
2013 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-84875219520

Contributors: Farombi, E.O.; Adedara, I.A.; Oyenihi, A.B.; Ekakitie, E.; Kehinde, S.
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Peer review (8 reviews for 2 publications/grants)

Review activity for Inflammopharmacology (7)
Review activity for Metabolic brain disease. (1)