Evaluations of drug efficacy using organoids derived from oncologic patients
Sikiru Olaitan Balogun
Biochemist And Pharmacologist
Dourados, Mato Grosso Do Sul
Summary
I am a disciplined and a well-groomed Scientist and Teacher. I possess bachelors (B.Sc. hons.) and masters (M.Sc.) degrees in Biochemistry and a PhD in Medical Sciences (Pharmacology). Likewise, I am highly familiar with teaching biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology and toxicology, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Furthermore, I am highly competent in the design and implementation of research in life sciences, particularly in the use of experimental animal models of diseases and bioprospecting of medicinal plants. I am also highly competent in the evaluation of antimicrobial resistance mechanisms from clinical and environmental bacterial isolates, among others. I had coordinated and managed teaching and research activities in diverse University environments. Not only that, but I have experience in the use of diverse in vitro and in vivo toxicological and pharmacological techniques. And more than 15 years of experience in both teaching and research laboratory settings. I have an excellent team spirit and relates well with colleagues and senior fellows.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Visiting Lecturer
Universidade Federal Da Grande Dourados
Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul
2020.08 - Current
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students.
- Selected and designed and teaches two new courses that are key to the Faculty Research Areas.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Participated at various times in the Faculty of Science Post-Graduate students selection Committees.
- Participated as Examiner both internally and Externally in Master's and PhD defenses panels.
- Contributed to the "Internationalization Policy" of the University by attracting international research collaborators and signing of Memorandum of Understanding.
Senior Lecturer and Researcher
AJES, Faculdades Noroeste do Mato Grosso
Juina - Mato Grosso
2016.07 - 2020.07
- Taught Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology and related disciplines to students of pharmacy, nursing, physiotherapy and physical Education undergraduate programs.
- Responsible for the Faculty undergraduate Pharmacy course discipline on Clinical Analysis Laboratory.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge using active learning strategies.
- Was instrumental in setting up the Clinical Analysis Laboratory in the Faculty.
- Managed undergraduate internship programs to enable participants to gain exposure to Clinical Laboratory Analysis and Pharmaceutical assistance.
- Oversaw undergraduate student projects and advised on focus, methodology and report generation to meet preset standards.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Universidade Federal De Mato Grosso
Cuiabá - Mato Grosso
2017.03 - 2020.06
- Participated in the standardization of different experimental disease models employed in the UFMT, Pharmacology laboratory.
- Participated in the recruitments of international Post-Doc fellows and Sandwich Doctoral student to the UFMT-Pharmacology Research Group.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Maintained accurate records of research findings and provided statistical analysis of data results.
- Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
- Established and standardized protocol on research into ulcerative colitis in the UFMT - Pharmacology Laboratory.
- I was responsible for elaboration of the research project proposal, implementation and final reporting to the funding agency- Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico CNPq.
- Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
- Followed best practices and scientific protocol to reach defensible conclusions based on solid evidence.
- Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Designed and carried out complex laboratory experiments to assess effectiveness of Medicinal plants products on ulcerative colitis and effects on gastric emptying and intestinal transit.
- Established protocols on Ulcerative colitis model used in bioprospecting of Brazilian medicinal plants and its products.
- Collaborated on scientific research on multiple projects.
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
Senior Lecturer – Postgraduate Program
Instituto Superior De Educação Do Vale Juruena, AJES
Juina - Mato Grosso
2016.07 - 2019.07
- Delivered higher-level graduate courses via classroom to satisfy course curricula and meet student needs.
- Taught Clinical Pharmacology of the Gastrointestinal and Hepatic system and Clinical and Therapeutic Pharmacology of Antimicrobial and Antineoplastic agents.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Doctoral Research Fellow
Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso
Cuiabá - Mato Grosso
2010.01 - 2014.01
- Participated in the following Research projects:
- Advances on the toxicity and gastroprotective activity of the hydroethanolic extract of Helicteres sacarolha (CNPq).
- Wrote papers, cohesively tying together studies conducted by department and professor.
- Designed research projects and established clear trajectories to achieve intended information.
- Established direct lines of communication with professors and supervisory staff and communicated necessary information where applicable.
- Edited research papers and provided group input in compilation of large-scale projects (Ethnobotanical and Ethnopharmacological studies of medicinal plants from different biomes of Mato Grosso).
- Bioprospecting for sustainable use of Wetlands areas of Mato Grosso, Brazil.
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality to protect data quality and project research.
- Followed best practices and scientific protocol to reach defensible conclusions based on solid evidence.
Lecturer, Biochemistry
Kampala International University
Ishaka
2006.12 - 2010.08
- I was responsible for teaching biochemistry disciplines to medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dental and other paramedical courses at undergraduate levels
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Coordinated the Biochemistry Bachelors program.
- Coordinated and taught courses at postgraduate level (Masters): Biochemistry and Microbiology.
- Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments in subject.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Completed record logs and other administrative work in support of biochemistry lab operations.
- Was the Departmental Head Officer (2009 - 2010).
Class Teacher
Abobi Comprehensive High School
2004.01 - 2006.11
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks and other educational materials.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular tests, and assignments.
- Coordinated and mentored students in the school Junior Engineers Technologists and Scientists club.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
Education
Bachelor of Biochemistry -
Universidade Federal De Mato Grosso, UFMT, Ogun State University, Olabisi Onabanjo University
1993.05 - 1998.04
Master of Science - Biochemistry
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria 1999.02 - 2002.03
High School Diploma -
Dolphin High School
Lagos, Nigeria 1986.02 - 1992.07
Professional Master - Health Sciences
Faculdade Unyleya
Rio, Janeiro, Brazil 2019.08 - 2020.06
Certificate, CISCO IT 1 Essentials - Information Technology
The Polytechnic
Ijebu Igbo, Ogun State, Nigeria 2006.07 - 2006.09
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ogun State, Nigeria 1993.11 - 1998.05
Ph.D. - Pharmacology
Universidade Federal De Mato Grosso
Cuiabá, Brazil 2010.08 - 2014.10
Skills
Faculty collaboration
undefinedAccomplishments
- In vivo evaluations of potential toxicity of medicinal agents in experimental rodents
- In vitro cytotoxicity evaluation of medicinal plants (Comet assay and micronucleus test, among others)
- Isolation and characterization of bacterial isolates
- Isolation and characterization of plasmids from the bacterial isolates
- Transfer experiments involving conjugation and transformation studies on purified plasmids from bacterial isolates
- Western Blotting
- 3-D culture of organoids from primary cells
- Flow-cytometry
- Cloning and gene expression
- Collaborated in the Internalization policy of the UFMT by facilitating acceptance of two foreign candidates for Post-Doc fellowships (1 Nigerian and 1 Indian) and one sandwich doctoral fellow (Nigerian).
- Contributed to the Internalization policy of UFGD by facillating the process of signing MoU between Northwestern -University, South Africa and UFGD.
- Contributed to the upgrading of the Faculty of Health Sciences courses by introducing 2 key courses: Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology and Nanotechnology in Bioprospecting of natural products.
Affiliations
Inflammation Research Association (IRA)
Interests
Bio-prospection of natural products from Brazilian biodiversity.
Ethnobotanical and ethnopharmacological studies of medicinal plants.
Reading, bicycling and playying table tennis.
I love reading not just on my area of expertise but also from different fields such as religion and education. I love bicycling as it is a form of giving energy back to the body after long period of sitting writing, reading or teaching! Table tennis is one of my favorite game as it give you room to run here and there while fixing your gaze on the ping-pong!
Timeline
Visiting Lecturer
Universidade Federal Da Grande Dourados
2020.08 - Current
Professional Master - Health Sciences
Faculdade Unyleya
2019.08 - 2020.06
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Universidade Federal De Mato Grosso
2017.03 - 2020.06
Senior Lecturer and Researcher
AJES, Faculdades Noroeste do Mato Grosso
2016.07 - 2020.07
Senior Lecturer – Postgraduate Program
Instituto Superior De Educação Do Vale Juruena, AJES
2016.07 - 2019.07
Ph.D. - Pharmacology
Universidade Federal De Mato Grosso
2010.08 - 2014.10
Doctoral Research Fellow
Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso
2010.01 - 2014.01
Lecturer, Biochemistry
Kampala International University
2006.12 - 2010.08
Certificate, CISCO IT 1 Essentials - Information Technology
The Polytechnic
2006.07 - 2006.09
Class Teacher
Abobi Comprehensive High School
2004.01 - 2006.11
Master of Science - Biochemistry
Olabisi Onabanjo University
1999.02 - 2002.03
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Olabisi Onabanjo University
1993.11 - 1998.05
Bachelor of Biochemistry -
Universidade Federal De Mato Grosso, UFMT, Ogun State University, Olabisi Onabanjo University
1993.05 - 1998.04
High School Diploma -
Dolphin High School
1986.02 - 1992.07
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