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Dr. Olubunmi Grace SODIPE
Reader / Associate Professor
Department of Animal Production and Health, Faculty of Agriculture
Area of Specialization: Animal Physiology
Biography
Dr. Sodipe Olubunmi Grace (née Rosiji) is a distinguished Nigerian academic, researcher, and Animal Physiologist with extensive experience in teaching, research, laboratory management, and academic administration. She currently serves as a Reader (Associate Professor) and Head of the Department of Animal Production and Health. She obtained her Ph.D. in Animal Physiology from the University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (now Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta) in 2011. She previously earned a M. Agric. in Animal Physiology in 2005, B. Agric. in Animal Production and Health.in 2000 from the same institution, and NCE from the Federal College of Education, Osiele, Abeokuta, in 1996. Driven by a passion for advancing quality education through innovative and cutting-edge technologies, she has dedicated her career to the development of animal physiology, livestock production, and agricultural sciences. Her research interests focus on Animal Physiology, with significant contributions to improving animal health, welfare, and productivity through the use of ethnobotanicals in scientific research and innovation. A respected member of several national and international professional bodies. She has over 40 publications in both national and international journals. Beyond teaching and research, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership through numerous administrative responsibilities. Her commitment to community development extends to professional and public service organizations. Throughout her career, she has actively participated in organizing international scientific conferences and workshops, particularly in animal science, organic agriculture, and Giant African Land Snail (GALS) research. Her scholarly contributions have earned her the prestigious STEP-B Postgraduate Scholarship Award for her Ph.D. studies. Dr. Sodipe is widely respected for her professionalism, integrity, leadership, and dedication to excellence in teaching, research, community service, and the advancement of agricultural education in Nigeria. She continues to contribute significantly to the development of animal physiology and livestock production through research, academic leadership, and professional service.
Research Interests
Use of enthobotanicals in eliminating stress and elevating the growth and reproduction performance of animals.
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy (Animal Physiology) | University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. | 2011 |
| M. Agric. (Animal Physiology) | University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. | 2005 |
| B. Agric. | University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. | 2000 |
| National Certificate in Education (NCE) | Federal College of Education, Osiele, Abeokuta. | 1996 |
Professional Qualification
Nigerian Institute of Animal Science RAS 559
Scholarship
Step B Postgraduate ScholarshipAward (Ph. D) Studies Dept. of Animal Physiology, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2008)
Membership of Professional Bodies
RAS 559
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Paper Presentation - Local
41st Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Animal Production (NSAP)
3rd International Conference on Giant African Land Snails (GALS),
2nd International Conference on Giant African Land Snails (GALS),
1st International Conference on Giant African Land Snails (GALS),
Effect of aestivation duration and the post aes 15th Annual Conference of Animal Science Association of Nigeria (ASAN) held at ELF Theatre, University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
13th Annual Conference of Animal Science Association of Nigeria (ASAN) held at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria 15th - 19th September, 2008.
27th Annual Conference Of The Nigerian Society Of Animal Production (NSAP) Held On March 17-21, 2002 At The Federal University Of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision
COMPARATIVE EFFECTS OF GRADED LEVELS OF DANDELION (Taraxacum Officinale) AND AMARANTHUS (Amaranthus Spinosus) ON GROWTH AND PHYSIOLOGICAL PERFORMANCE OF BROILERS
Effect of Crinum glaucum Bulb Extract on Physiological and Reproductive Response of Rabbits
Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed as prebiotics on Growth and Reproductive Performance of Grwoing Rabbits
Growth and Reproductive Response of Growing Rabbits Fed Graded Levels of Mucuna pruriens seed meal
EFFECTS OF ALLIGATOR PEPPER (Aframomum melegueta) AND BLACK PEPPER (Piper nigrum) ON GROWTH AND PHYSIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS IN BROILERS
Undergraduate Project Supervision
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on Growth Performance, of Broiler Chickens
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on Kidney Functions Test of Broiler Chickens.
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on Liver Functions of Broiler Chickens.
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal onLipid Profile of Broiler Chickens.
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on Serum Biochemistry of Broiler Chickens.
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on carcass quality of Broiler Chickens.
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on Haematological parameters of Broiler Chickens.
Effects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on Immunological Response in Broiler Chickens.
Effect of Alligator pepper (Aframomum melegueta) and Black pepper (Piper nigrum) on Some Key Immunology parameters
Growth Performance of Broiler Chickens on Diet Containing Varying Quantity of Alligator pepper (Aframomum melegueta) and Black pepper(Piper nigrum)
Effect of Inclusion of Alligator pepper (Aframomum melegueta) and Black pepper(Piper nigrum) in Varying Quantity on Haematological Parameters of Broiler Chickens
Effect of Inclusion of Alligator pepper (Aframomum melegueta) and Black pepper(Piper nigrum) in Varying Quantity on Serum Biochemistry Parameters of Broiler Chickens
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON THE BLOOD GLUCOSE AND FASTED BLOOD SUGAROF DIABETES INDUCED MALE ALBINO RATS
Effects of different drinking water sources on the liver function test and histopathological changes of female Sprague Dawley rat.
Effects of different drinking water sources on the reproductive performance of female Sprague Dawley rat.
Effects of different drinking water sources on Kidney function test and histopathological changes of female Sprague Dawley rat.
Effects of different drinking water sources on the growth performance, serum biochemistry, liver function and histopathological changes of a male Sprague Dawley rat.
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON THE LIVER FUNCTION PARAMETERS OF DIABETES INDUCED MALE ALBINO RATS
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON THE KIDNEY HISTOPATHOLOGY OF AN INDUCED DIABETES MALE ALBINO RAT
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON BLOOD GLUCOSE AND FASTED BLOOD GLUCOSE OF DIABETIC INDUCED MALE ALBINO RAT
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON LIPID PROFILE OF DIABETIC INDUCED MALE ALBINO RAT
EFFECT OF Hunteria umbellata SEED EXTRACT ADMINISTRATION ON THE PROGESTERONE AND OESTROGEN OF FEMALE SPRAGUE DAWLEY RATS
THE EFFECT OF HUNTERIA UMBELLATA EXTRACT ADMNISTARTION ON THE HISTOLOGY OF OVARIES, KIDNEY, UTERUS AND LIVER OF FEMALE WISTAR RATS
EFFECT OF Hunteria umbellata SEED EXTRACT ADMINISTRATION ON THE LENGTH OF THE ESTROUS CYCLE, AND THE WEIGHT OF THE UTERUS AND OVARIES OF FEMALE SPRAGUE DAWLEY RATS
THE EFFECT OF Hunteria umbellate SEED EXTRACT ADMINISTRATION ON LIVER FUNCTION TEST OF FEMALE RAT
EVALUATION OF THE ABORTIFACIENT PROPERTIES OF AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF BITTER MELON (Momordica charantia) SEEDS ON THE PROGESTERONE AND ESTROGEN OF SPRAGUE DAWLEY RATS
EVALUATION OF THE ABORTIFACIENT PROPERTIES OF AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF BITTER MELON (Momordica charantia) SEEDS ON THE LUTEINIZING HORMONE (LH) AND FOLLICLE-STIMULATING HORMONE (FSH) OF SPRAGUE DAWLEY RATS
EFFECT OF Hunteria umbellate SEED EXTRACT ADMINISTRATION ON LUTEINIZING HORMONE (LH) AND FOLLICLE-STIMULATING HORMONE (FSH) OF FEMALE SPRAGUE DAWLEY RATS.
EVALUATION OF THE ABORTIFACIENT PROPERTIES OF AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF BITTER MELON (Momordica charantia) SEEDS ON THE LITTER GROWTH PROFILE OF SPRAQUE DAWLEY RATS.
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON LIVER HISTOPATHOLOGY OF DIABETIC INDUCED MALE ALBINO RAT
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON GROWTH RATE AND ORGAN WEIGHT OF DIABETIC INDUCED MALE ALBINO RAT
EFFECT OF CINNAMON EXTRACT ON KIDNEY FUNCTION TEST OF DIABETIC INDUCED MALE ALBINO RAT
Effects of Passive Smoking on Non -Targeted Organs in Spraque Dawley Rats
Effect of Garcinia kola Seed Extract on the Serum Biochemistry of the Diabetes Induced Male Rats.
Effect of Garcinia kola Seed Extract on the Haematological parameters of the Diabetes Induced Male Rats.
Effect of Garcinia kola Seed Extract on the Liver function, Lipid profile and Kidney histopathology of the Diabetes Induced Male Rats.
Effect of Buccholzia coricea Engl. Ethanolic Extract on the Haematological, Serum Biochemical Parameters and Liver Function Test of male Sprague – Dawley Rats
(2025). Evaluation of Heamatological and Serum Biochemical Parameters via Dietary Inclusion of Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Leaves in Rabbit Meal.
Evaluation of Heamatological and Serum Biochemical Parameters via Dietary Inclusion of Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Leaves in Rabbit Meal
Course Teaching
Biology of Tropical Parasites
Special Topics in Animal and Environmental Biology
Special Topics in Physiology
Animal Behaviour
Principles of Development
Comparative Physiology
Environmental Biotechnology
Research Methodology
Biological Techniques
Experimental Biology (), APH 202 (Principle of Animal Production), APH 504 (Reproductive Physiology and Artificial Insemination), APH514 (Animal Health and disease).
Anatomy, Physiology and Fundamental of Cell Biology
Principle of Animal Production
Reproductive Physiology and Artificial Insemination
Animal Health and disease
Applied Animal breeding
Insect Physiology and Biochemistry
Advances in Reproductive Biotechnologies
Research Techniques in Zoology
Theriogenology
LIVESTOCK IMMUNOGENETICS
Comparative Systemic Physiology
Physiology and Endocrinology of Animal Production
Digestive Physiology and Metabolism
Professional Skill
Leadership skill
Good public relation skills
Custom Fields
Acting Head of Department
Department of Animal Production and Health (APH), Federal University Oye Ekiti. 1st August 2024 to date , Diaspora Scholar Committee 27th May, 2026 to date iii. Member, Senate Estimate Committee 24th March, 2026 to date iv. Member, APH Departmental Quality Assurance Committee (2024) v. vi. Member, APH Departmental NIAS Accreditation Committee (2023 - 2024) vii. Chairman, Financial and Welfare Committee, Faculty of Science International Conference (2023) viii. Chairman, Welfare Committee of Faculty of Science (2018 - 2023) ix. Member, Advisory Committee of Faculty of Science (2018 - 2023) x. Member, Animal and Environmental Biology Departmental Accreditation Committee (2015 - 2023) xi. Chairperson, Marketing and Publicity Sub-Committee, Faculty of Science International Conference (2018) xii. Member, LOC Faculty of Science International Conference (2016 – 2019) xiii. Chairperson, Welfare and Publicity Committee, Faculty of Science International Conference (2017) xiv. Member, Organizing Committee of the Two day Workshop on Radio Immunoassay and Surgical Techniques in Animal Experimentation held at the Faculty of Science, Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State. (2017)
Member
Diaspora Scholar Committee 27th May, 2026 to date
Member
APH Departmental Quality Assurance Committee (2024 to date)
Member
APH Departmental NIAS Accreditation Committee (2023 - 2024).
Chairman
Financial and Welfare Committee, Faculty of Science International Conference (2023)
Chairman
Welfare Committee of Faculty of Science (2018 - 2023)
Member
Advisory Committee of Faculty of Science (2018 - 2023)
Member
Animal and Environmental Biology Departmental Accreditation Committee (2015 - 2023)
Chairman
Marketing and Publicity Sub-Committee, Faculty of Science International Conference (2018)
Member
LOC Faculty of Science International Conference (2016 – 2019) xiii. Chairperson, Welfare and Publicity Committee, Faculty of Science International Conference (2017) xiv. Member, Organizing Committee of the Two day Workshop on Radio Immunoassay and Surgical Techniques in Animal Experimentation held at the Faculty of Science, Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State. (2017
Member
ASUU Electoral Committee, 2024
Secretary
FUOYE ASUU Multipurpose Cooperative 2020 - till date
Good communication and presentation skill
Good audience engagement
Mentorship and Supervision
Participatory engagement of my student in experimentation
Selected Publications
Effect of Alligator pepper (Aframomum melegueta) and Black pepper(Piper nigrum) Supplementation on Growth Performance , Carcass Traits, and Health Status of Broiler Chickens
Authors: Sodipe O. G., Gabriel G. O., Abiodun, T. S., Adekola , A. T., Bankole, G. A. and Olubodun, O.O.
Indian Journal of Animal Science • 2026
Open publicationEffects of Crinum glaucum bulb extract on growth performance, carcass and organ traits, haemato-biochemistry parameters and oxidative enzymes markers in broiler chickens.
Authors: O. G. Gabriel, P. Chuwudi, O.G. Sodipe, T. A. Folayan, A. Tella, O. A. Kehinde, A. A. Oduboni, J. T. Ogunlade and T.O. Babalola
Iranian Journal of applied Animal Science • 2025
Bacillus subtilis 7A Enhances the Nutritional Quality of Velvet Beans (Mucuna pruriens Linn.) Seeds and Potentiates Its Roles in the Management of Type II Diabetes Mellitus.
Authors: Omodele Ibraheem, Pelumi D. Ibikunle, Ruth A. O. Ajobiewe, OlubukolaH. Oyeniran, Grace O. Sodipe, Titilope R. Komolafe, Kayode Komolafe, Oluwasogo T. Oyewole, Emmanuel C. Ogwa and Temitope O. Jeje.
Journal of Food Science • 2025
Open publicationEvaluation of Heamatological and Serum Biochemical Parameters via Dietary Inclusion of Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Leaves in Rabbit Meal.
Authors: Sodipe, O. G., Gabriel, G. O, Adeoye, D. O., Olajire, P. B., Obaro, O. H., Ologunagba, Omooluwalowo, O. L., Adebusoye, E. A., Ajala, O. E., Jayeola, K. A., Sanya, O. S, Owolabi, O. M., Ologuntoye, E. B., Gazal, O. S.
J. Appl. Sci. Environ. Manage. • 2025
Open publicationEffects of Fenugreek (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum) Seed Meal on Growth Performance, Haematological Indices, Lipid Profile, Liver Functions, and Immunological Response in Broiler Chickens 4(3): 85-94.
Authors: Sodipe Olubumi Grace, Gabriel Godfrey Odeh, Adetunmbi Tella, Adesina Ayomide Opeyemi,Owolabi Priscilla Pelumi, Eyitayo Timileyin Danie, Jegede Ahmed Timileyin, Oke Bosede Janet, Adisa Samuel Adesina, Ajiboye Adetomiwa Precious and Ogungbemi Temiloluwa Eph
Journal of World's Poultry Science • 2025
Open publicationGrowth performance, blood profile and carcass quality of growing rabbits fed diets with Cinnamomum cassia extract.
Authors: Sodipe, O. G., Ebenso, I. E. and Gazal, O. S.
Nigerian Journal of Agriculture, Food and Environment. • 2024
Effects of different drinking water sources on the growth performance, serum biochemistry, liver function and histopathological changes of a male Sprague Dawley rat.
Authors: Sodipe, O. G., Popoopla G. O., Fasanmi, O. M., Adedapo D. E., Olorunfemi F. E., Adeboye, M. O., Ebenso , I. E. and Gazal, O. S.
Nigerian Journal of Animal Science and Technology • 2024
Dietary effects of Gliricidia sepium leaf meal on Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822) fingerlings.
Authors: John B. Olasunkanmi, O. Julius, Jeremiah O. Jimoh, Theophilus O. Babalola, Joshua B. Ogunremi, Ademola O. Akinsorotan, Tolulope O. Ariyomo, Oluwatosin H. Tope-Jegede, Olubunmi G. Sodipe and Bayode P. Omobepade
Tropical Agriculture • 2024
Open publicationEffect of Garcinia kola Seed Extract on the Serum Biochemistry of the Diabetes Induced Male Rats
Authors: Sodipe, O. G., Bello, A. A, Adeboye, M. O., Fowose, D. H., Ajayi A. O and Gazal, O. S.
FUOYE journal of Agriculture and Human Ecology • 2024
Face-Mask Ownership and Handling Patterns during the First Wave of Covid-19 Pandemic in Ekiti State, Southwest, Nigeria.
Authors: Hilary I. Okoh, Concilia I. Iyeh, Hammed O. Mogaji, Ikenna M. Odoh, Olubunmi G. Sodipe, Segun I. Oyedeji, Maureen O. Okoh and Aaron O. Nwana .
Pan African Journal of Life Sciences, • 2023
EEffect of Buccholzia coricea Engl.Ethanolic Extract on the Haematological, Serum Biochemical Parameters and Liver Function Test of male Sprague – Dawley Rats.
Authors: Sodipe, O. G., Shittu, A. M., Ajayi, O. A., Abioja, M. O., and Gazal, O. S.
EKSU Journal of Science and Technology • 2023
Quantitative detection of frying oil composition used for fried grasshopper (Oedalense senegalenses krauss) using FTIR spectra in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria.
Authors: Ebenso, I. E., Daja A., Sodipe, O. G., Umeren E.P., Akpan, I.P., Musa, I.A. and Ademolu K.O.
Nigerian Journal of Animal Science and Technology • 2023
Adeleye, O. O. , Abatan, M. O., Dosumu, O. A., James, A. S., Adegoke, A. V., Mamidu, M. O., Sodipe, O. G., Olorunsogbon, B. F. and Sanwo, K. A.
Authors: Apple cider vinegar administration on carcass characteristics and meat quality of broiler chickens.
Tropical animal health and production • 2021
Open publicationEffect of plants leaves additives in feed concentrate on the growth performance of African giant land snail Archachatina marginata.
Authors: Sodipe O. G., Ajayi, O. A., Abioja, M. O, Osunkeye, G. O, and Ebenso, I. E.
Nigerian Journal of Agriculture, Food and Environment • 2021
Growth performance, biochemical and nutritional value of giant African land snails (Archachatina marginata) snails fed Moringa oleiefra leaf additives.
Authors: Sodipe, O. G., Ajayi A. O, Abioja, M. O. and Osunkeye G. O.
Nigerian Journal of Agriculture, Food and Environment. • 2021
Sensitivity of earthworm (Eisenia fetida) in mining soil from Ijero -Ekiti, Nigeria.
Authors: Agbo S. O., Mustapha M.A., Ogaugwu C.E, Sodipe, O.G., Chukwu, E.C., Raji, M. F. and Nebo, U.C.
Journal of applied science environmental management, • 2021
Dataset on part replacement of dipalmitoylphosphatidychline with locust bean on stimulated tracheobronchial fluid, in vitro bioaccessibilty test and modelling of lung deposition of trace elements bound to airborne particulates.
Authors: Emmanuel Gbenga Olumayede, Ilemobayo Oguntimehin, Chuckuembe Ojiodu, Bolanle M. Babalola, Ayomipo Ojo, Olagboye S. Adeoye and Olubunmi Grace Sodipe
Data in brief • 2020
Open publicationDevelopment of tracheobronchial fluid for in vitro bioaccessibility assessment of particulates-bound trace elements.
Authors: Emmanuel Gbenga Olumayede, Ilemobayo Oguntimehin, Bolanle Babalola, Chuckuembe Ojiodu, Richard O. Akinyeye, Grace Olubunmi Sodipe, Joseph Uche and Ayomipo Ojo
Methods X • 2019
Open publicationEffect of Moringa oleifera on live weight and reproductive tract dimension of giant African land snail (Archachatina marginata).
Authors: Abiona, J. A., Abioja, M. O., Fabinu, O. O., Ehimiyein, A. O., Ladokun, A. O., Olapeju, Y. A., Sodipe, O. G., Oke, O. E and Onagbesan, O. M.
Archiva Zootechnica • 2018
Haematological and Serum Biochemical Responses of West African Dwarf Bucks to Daily Drenching with Aframomum melegueta Seed Extract.
Authors: Sodipe, O. G., Abioja, M. O., Adeleye, O. O., Dehinbo, T. O., Olubunmi, O. M. and Sowande, O.S.
Bulletin of Animal Health and Production in Africa • 2018
Open publicationHoney administration in laying pullet during hot-dry season does not alter lipid and vitamin A content of eggs.
Authors: Abioja, M. O., Abiona, J. A., Adekunle, M. O., and Sodipe, O. G.,
Nigerian Journal of Animal Production
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