TITLE (PROF/DR/): DR.
NAME: ABOSEDE MARGARET EBABHI
POSITION: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR SPECIALISATION: MYCOLOGY; PLANT PATHOLOGY; ETHNOBOTANY; ODL PEDAGOGY
EDUCATION/TRAINING (Begin with Bachelor’s degree or other initial professional education, such as nursing, include postdoctoral training and residency training if applicable. Add/delete rows as necessary.)
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INSTITUTION AND LOCATION |
DEGREE (if applicable) |
Completion Date MM/YYYY |
FIELD OF STUDY |
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University of Lagos- Akoka, Lagos, Nigeria |
B.Sc. |
12/2002 |
Botany |
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University of Lagos- Akoka, Lagos, Nigeria |
M.Sc. |
04/2009 |
Botany (Mycology/Plant Pathology) |
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University of Lagos- Akoka, Lagos, Nigeria |
Ph.D. |
12/2012 |
Botany (Mycology/Plant Pathology) |
Personal Statement
I am a passionate academic dedicated to the study of fungi, with a focus on their secondary metabolites and their potential in solving societal challenges. My research aims to mitigate the harmful effects of fungi on crops, animals, and humans while exploring their beneficial uses for sustainable development. I engage students through the Open and Distance Learning model, promoting accessible, flexible, and inclusive education. This approach has allowed me to contribute to the growth of Nigeria’s educational system and beyond. Through various administrative roles, I have developed strong leadership and organizational skills. Ultimately, my career is guided by a desire to make a lasting impact—on my students, my field of study, and society at large. I am dedicated to using science and education as tools for transformation, and I remain committed to continuous growth, collaboration, and service.
Positions, Scientific Appointments, and Honours
- Deputy Director, Academic Planning and Development, Aug. 2024- Present
- Deputy Director, Media and Course Material Development, Nov. 2023- Aug. 2024
- Examination Officer, 2015 – 2023
- Fellowship of the Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP), Netherland 2019
- Journal Reviewer (Journal of Experimental Agriculture International)
Selected Most Recent Publications /Contributions to Knowledge (five (5) maximum)
- E. Bankole, A.M. Ebabhi, C. Umebese, F. Owagboriaye and E. Thomas (2024). Phytochemical, antimicrobial and proximate analysis of Costus spectabilisgrown in different soil types. Journal of Science of the University of Kelaniya (JOSUK) 17(1) (2024): 27 – 37 http://doi.org/10.4038/josuk.v17i1.8103
- Ebabhi, A. M.,Samuel, T. and Adekunle, A. (2023). Investigation of Endophytic Fungi in Moringa oleifera and Determination of the Phytochemical and Proximate Contents of its Leaves and Seeds. Caliphate Journal of Science and Technology 5(2).
- Ebabhi, A.M.,Adekunle, A.A. and Oghenerhaboke, Y.I. (2019). In vitro Control of Oral Thrush Causal Organisms Using Medicinal Plants Extracts. Notulae Scientia Biologicae 11(3):376-382. DOI: 10.15835/nsb11310443
- Adewoyin, A.D. and Ebabhi, A.M.(2022). E-learning Environment and Learners’ Satisfaction: The Learners’ View. The Journal of Distance Learning and Open Learning, 10 (18): 45-61.
- Ebabhi, A. and Adebayo, R. (2021). Nutritional Values of Vegetables. In E. Yildirim, & M. Ekinci (Eds.), Vegetable Crops – Health Benefits and Cultivation. Intech Open. https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.101090
Collaborators/ Networks (International inclusive
- Thomas Volk, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 3024 Cowley Hall
