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Ogechi Ugbor

Landau in der Pfalz, Rheinland-Pfalz

Summary

Adept at leveraging advanced statistical analysis and ecological statistics, I enhanced decision-making at Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike, contributing to significant research publications. My collaborative skills and self-motivation fostered effective teamwork, driving project success, blending hard and soft skills to achieve excellence in aquatic environmental research.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike
Umuahia, Nigeria
08.2015 - Current
  • Utilized advanced statistical software to analyze large datasets, uncovering key insights for informed decisionmaking.
  • Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
  • Assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.

Research Assistant

National Institute for Freshwater Fisheries Resear
New Bussa, Nigeria
05.2009 - 12.2009
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

Education

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Kaiserslautern-Landau
Landau In Der Pfalz, Germany
08-2026

Master of Science - Fisheries Biology

University of Nigeria Nsukka
Nsukka, Nigeria
08-2015

Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Aquaculture

Ebonyi State University Abakaliki
Abakaliki, Nigeria
11-2012

Skills

  • Ability to work with programming language such as R
  • Experience in aquatic environment survey and sampling of aquatic biota (such as fish, plankton and macroinvertebrates)
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Competence in ecological statistics such as data analysis on population dynamics and community composition
  • Analytical thinking
  • Self-directed and motivated
  • Academic presentations

Additional Information

Scientific publications

1. Ugbor, O. N., Omoigberale, M. O., Amoutchi, A. I., Affian, K. and Mehner, T. (2023). Environmental and spatial determinants of fish community structure in an Afro-tropical river ecosystem. Ecology of Freshwater Fish, 00, 1–12. https://doi.org/10.1111/eff.12726.

2. Amoutchi, A.I., Ugbor, O.N., Kouamelan, E.P. and Mehner, T. (2023). Morphological variation of African snakehead (Parachanna obscura) populations along climate and habitat gradients in Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa. Environmental Biology of Fish. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10641-023-01409-x.

3. Amoutchi, A.I., Mehner, T., Ugbor, O.N., Kargbo, A., and Kouamelan, E.P. (2021). Fishermen’s perceptions and experiences toward the impact of climate change and anthropogenic activities on freshwater fish biodiversity in Côte d’Ivoire. Discover Sustainability, 2(56): https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-021-00062-7.

4. Ugbor, O.N., Odo, G.E., Nwani, C.D., Ochang,S.N., Somdare, P.O. and Agbakwuo, C.A. (2015). Effect of parasites on the biochemical and haematological indices of some clariid (Siluriformes) catfishes from Anambra River, Nigeria. International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies, 3(2): 331-336.

5. Ugbor, O.N., Odo, G.E., Nwani, C.D., Ochang,S.N., Somdare, P.O. and Agbakwuo, C.A. (2014). Parasitic fauna of two dominant Clariid (Siluriformes) catfishes in a tropical freshwater ecosystem, Nigeria. Nigerian Journal of Fisheries, 11(1): 745-755.

6. Somdare, P.O., Nwani, C.D., Nwadinigwe, A.O., Nwani, J.C., Odo, G.E., Ugbor, O.N, Ukonze, J.A. and Ezeibe, A.B.C. (2015). Fenthion induced toxicity and histopathological changes in gill tissue of freshwater African catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822). African Journal of Biotechnology, 14(25), 2103-2113. DOI: 10.5897/AJB2015.14696.

7. Nwani, C.D., Somdare, P.O., Ukonze, J.A., Ejere, V.C., Nwadinigwe, A.O., Nwani, J.C., Odo, G.E and Ugbor, O.N. (2016) Subchronic Exposure to Fenthion Induces Hematological Changes in Liver Tissue of African Catfish Clarias gariepinus. Journal of Aquatic Animal Health, 28:4, 229-234, DOI: 10.1080/08997659.2016.1194907

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike
08.2015 - Current

Research Assistant

National Institute for Freshwater Fisheries Resear
05.2009 - 12.2009

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Kaiserslautern-Landau

Master of Science - Fisheries Biology

University of Nigeria Nsukka

Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Aquaculture

Ebonyi State University Abakaliki
Ogechi Ugbor