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FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Dr. Modupe Doris Ajiboye
Lecturer I
Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology, Faculty of Life Sciences
Area of Specialization: Mycology and Fungal Biotechnology
Biography
Dr. Mrs. Modupe D. Ajiboye is a Lecturer I in the Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology, Faculty of Life Sciences, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Ekiti State, Nigeria. She obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Botany from the University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, and subsequently earned both a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Mycology and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Mycology and Fungal Biotechnology from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria.
Dr. Ajiboye teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses and supervises research projects at both levels. She has actively participated in numerous national and international conferences, where she has presented scholarly papers. In recognition of her academic contributions, she was awarded a fellowship to Kenyatta University, Kenya, in 2022 and participated in a professional workshop at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, in 2023.
Her research interests encompass plant pathology, mycology, fungal biotechnology, molecular characterization of plant-associated microorganisms, biological control of plant diseases, mycotoxin management, and sustainable crop protection. She is particularly interested in the development of eco-friendly microbial technologies for the management of fungal pathogens of economically important crops, the application of beneficial microorganisms in sustainable agriculture, host–pathogen interactions, and the use of molecular and biotechnological tools to enhance plant health, food safety, and agricultural productivity.
Dr. Ajiboye is a member of several professional organizations, including the Botanical Society of Nigeria (BOSON), the Mycological Society of Nigeria (MYSON), the Nigerian Society for Microbiology (NSM), and the Biotechnology Society of Nigeria (BSN). She has published numerous articles in reputable national and international peer-reviewed journals, contributing significantly to research in mycology, plant pathology, fungal biotechnology, and sustainable agricultural development.
Research Interests
Her research interests encompass plant pathology, mycology, fungal biotechnology, molecular characterization of plant-associated microorganisms, biological control of plant diseases, mycotoxin management, and sustainable crop protection. She is particularly interested in the development of eco-friendly microbial technologies for the management of fungal pathogens of economically important crops, the application of beneficial microorganisms in sustainable agriculture, host–pathogen interactions, and the use of molecular and biotechnological tools to enhance plant health, food safety, and agricultural productivity.
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D | University of Ibadan | 2024 |
| MS.C | University of Ibadan | 2012 |
| BS.c | Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta | 2005 |
Scholarship
Annual Winter School organised by African Doctoral Academy (ADA) in partnership with the Centre for Collaboration in Africa (Stellenbosch University), South Africa.
Membership of Professional Bodies
Paper Presentation - Local
5TH South West Conference of Nigerian Society For Microbiology on the Theme : Microbiological Impact on SDGs and Economic Recovery held 15th-17th April. at Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Biennial International Conference of Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) held at the Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium of the Federal University of Technology Akure. 6th-10th July, 2025.
5th International Science Conference on Advances and Innovations in Science and Technology in the Covid-19 Era held on 10th – 12th January 2022, at Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision
Undergraduate Project Supervision
Comparative Study of Trichoderma, Spent Mushroom Compose(SMC), and Poultry Manure in the Remediation of Engine oil Contaminated Soil and Growth Performance of Zea mays
Isolation and Identification of Fungal Pathogens causing Diseases of Solanaceous Crops
Effect of Soil Amendment with Trichoderma and Spent Mushroom Compost on the shelf life and Post harvest Quality of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Isolation, Morphology and Molecular Characterisation of Trichoderma Species from Rhizosphere Soil and Evaluation of Its Growth Characteristics
Isolation, Morphology and Molecular Characterisation of Trichoderma Species and Fungal Pathogens from Diseased Pepper Plant
Evaluation of Trichderma asperellum and organic amendment in Enhancing Plant rowth and Soil Remediation in Petrolum polluted Soil
Course Teaching
Serminar
Plant Virology
Plant Reproduction
Muschroom Cultivation
Project
Plant Pathology
Plant Taxonomy
Palaeobotany and Palaeontology
Industrial Biotechnology
Seedless Plant
Seed Plant
Selected Publications
Pollen Viability and Germination Test of some Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) Accessions under low temperature Storage.
Authors: Komolafe, R., Olusola, D. I., Ajiboye M. D., Amachree, E. T. and Otusanya, G. O.
Ife Journal of Science • 2026
Open publicationPGPR-AMF induced modulation of 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate and phenylpropanoid.
Authors: Oyinade A. David., Oluwatoyin A. Fabiyi., Idowu Olawuni., Akinlolu O. Akanmu., Qowiu O. Olanrewaju., Adeniyi T. Adedara., Khadijat L. Abdulrahma., Modupe D. Ajiboye., Kehinde M. Popoola., Joshua S. Ameh
South African Journal of Botany • 2026
Open publicationMutagenic Effect of Diethyl Sulphate on the Proximate Compositions and Morphological Characters of Amaranthus cruentus.
Authors: Komolafe R.J, Ajibade L.A, Adekoya M.A, Ajiboye M.D and Otusanya G.O.
Futa Journal Life Science (FJLS). • 2025.
Open publicationControl of Fusarium wilt disease of Solanum lycopercicum MILL. (Tomato) using Trichoderma asperellum.
Authors: Ajiboye M. D and Jonathan S. G.
Nig. J. Biotech. • 2025.
Open publicationEffect of Green-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles (Agnps) on the Growth Performance and Chlorophyll Content of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.).
Authors: Popoola, K. M., Oluwadare, F. A., Olowolaju, E. D., Ajewole, T. O., Iwuala, E. N., Adejumo, A. A., Ajiboye, M. D. and Okwor, J. E.
Ife Journal of Life Sciences (IJLS) • 2025
Open publicationAntagonistic Potentials of Native Nigerian Trichoderma Strains on Fusarium oxysporum (Rmf) A Pathogen Isolated from Solanum lycopersicum Mill (Tomato). Fuoye
Authors: Ajiboye M. D, Popoola K. M., Komolafe R.J., AsemoloyeM.D., Nwaokolo V.M., Fawibe O.O, Oyelakin A.S and Ajiboye A.A.
Journal of Agriculture and Human Ecology • 2025
Open publicationMolecular and Phylogenetic Profiling of Native Trichoderma Bioagents from Rhizosphere of Local Plants in South-West Nigeria.
Authors: 4. Ajiboye M. D, Iwuala E. N, Ajiboye A. A, Komolafe R. J, Chukwuma M. D, David1 O. A, Ajewole T. O, Popoola K. M, Oluwajobi A. O and Asemoloye M. D.
Fuoye Journal of Pure and Applied Science • 2025
Open publicationAngiosperm Flora of Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Oye Campus – A Preliminary Checklist.
Authors: Chukwuma M. D, Chukwuma E. C., Ayodele A. E., Oluwajobi A. O., Ajewole T. O., Adekoya M. A., Agbolade J.O., David O. A., Ajiboye A. A., Popoola K. M., Komolafe.R. J., Ajiboye M. D., Oluwole B.R., Iwuala E. N., Akomtey P. K., Adeleke K. D., Adebisi O. S. a
Nigerian Journal of Botany. • 2023
Open publicationEfficacy of native Trichoderma asperellum in managing Alternaria solani causing early blight of Solanum lycopersicum Mill.
Authors: Ajiboye M. D and Sobowale A. A.
Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection • 2022a
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