Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen, The Netherlands
FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Prof. Bartholomew Irudunoghena Cornelius Brai
Professor
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Life Sciences
Area of Specialization: Nutritional Biochemistry, Phytomedicine
Biography
Professor Bartholomew I. C. Brai is a Professor of Biochemistry in the Department of Biochemistry, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Ekiti State, Nigeria. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biochemistry from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, a Postgraduate Diploma in Food and Nutrition Security from Wageningen University & Research (WUR), The Netherlands, a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biochemistry from the University of Lagos, and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biochemistry from the University of Ibadan.
Prior to joining the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Professor Brai was a Research Fellow at the Nigerian Institute for Medical Research (NIMR), Yaba, Lagos, where he served for over twenty years and contributed significantly to biomedical research.
His research focuses on nutritional biochemistry, phytomedicine and biomedical research. He is also a Trainer in Effective Project Planning and Evaluation (EPPE) in Biomedical Research, an initiative of the World Health Organization's Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (WHO/TDR).
Professor Brai has held several notable leadership and public service positions, including Honourable Commissioner for Digital Economy, Science and Technology, Edo State; President of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN); Member of the National Committee on Food and Nutrition (NCFN); and Member of the National Council on Nutrition (NCN).
He is a member of the Nigerian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB) and the Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN). He is also a Fellow of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria (FNSN) and the National Institute for Professional Engineers and Scientists (FNIPES).
Professor Brai has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in reputable national and international journals. He remains actively engaged in teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, mentorship, and professional service, contributing to the advancement of Biochemistry, Nutrition, and Public Health in Nigeria and beyond.
Research Interests
Functional foods, nutraceuticals, nutrition in health & diseases
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D Biochemistry | University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria | 2010 |
| M. Sc. Biochemistry | University of Lagos, Akoka-Lagos, Nigeria | 1990 |
| B. Sc. Biochemistry | University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria | 1985 |
Professional Qualification
Awards
Nutrition Society of Nigeria; Fellow Nutrition Society of Nigeria (FNSN)
The National Institution of Professional Engineers and Scientists; Fellow National Institution of Professional Engineers and Scientists (FNIPES)
Membership of Professional Bodies
Full Member (Senior Career)
Full Member
Member
Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision
Protective effects of Cucumeropsis mannii seed oil in cyclophosphamide-induced reproductive toxicity in rats
Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision
Modulation of hepato-pancreatic redox and inflammatory signalling by neem (Azadirachta indica) seed oil in Type-2 diabetic rats
In Vitro Anti-Diabetic Potential and In Vivo Assessment of the Sub-Chronic Toxicity of Neem (Azadirachta Indica) Seed Oil in Rats
Nutritional profile and in-vitro antioxidant effect of selected cultivated and wild mushrooms
Evaluation of Biochemical Parameters and Growth Performance of Clarias Gariepinus Fed Hermetia Illucens Maggots Suplemented Feed
Course Teaching
General Biochemisstry I
Metabolism of Lipids
Tissue Biochemistry
Food and Nutritional Biochemistry
Membrane Biophysics and Biochemistry
General Biochemisstry II
Food and Nutritional Biochemistry
Industrial Biochemistry
Advanced Biochemical Methods
Industrial Biochemistry & Biotechnology
Experimental Oncology & Clinical Biochemistry
Neurochemistry
Bioinorganic Chemistry
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