Opeyemi Adewumi Adediran

Senior Lecturer & Research Scientist in Animal Science
Ibadan, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Senior Lecturer and Research Scientist with over 15 years of progressive experience in Animal Science, specializing in animal product processing, quality control, and food safety. Proven expertise in leading advanced academic programs, mentoring students, and driving impactful research, resulting in 40+ peer-reviewed publications that advance sustainable agricultural practices and food security.

Work

University of Ibadan
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Senior Lecturer, Department of Animal Science

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Led advanced courses and research initiatives in Animal Science, specializing in animal product processing, quality control, and food safety, while mentoring students and contributing to departmental administration.

Highlights

Delivered comprehensive instruction across 10+ undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Advanced Meat Science and Abattoir Practices, to over 400 students annually, fostering deep understanding in animal product value chains.

Supervised and mentored 9 B.Sc. and 6 M.Sc. student research projects to successful completion, fostering the next generation of animal scientists and researchers.

Contributed to academic governance as a Member of the Departmental Abstract Committee, Curriculum Review Sub-committee, and as Assistant Undergraduate Coordinator, enhancing program quality and student support.

Served as a peer reviewer for 4 international and national journals, including the Iranian Journal of Applied Animal Science, ensuring research quality and contributing to scientific discourse.

Actively engaged in cutting-edge research, evidenced by 40+ peer-reviewed publications focusing on improving animal product quality, food safety, and sustainable agricultural practices.

National Open University of Nigeria, Ibadan Center
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Part-Time Instructional/Tutorial Facilitator and Project Supervisor

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided instructional support and project supervision for students in distance learning programs, enhancing learning outcomes and academic success.

Highlights

Facilitated learning and guided student projects, contributing to academic success in distance learning programs.

Supported students through tutorials and project guidance, ensuring comprehension and completion of academic requirements.

University of Ibadan
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Lecturer I, Department of Animal Science

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Animal Science, conducted research, and contributed to departmental academic and administrative functions.

Highlights

Instructed diverse student populations across core Animal Science subjects, including Post Harvest of Food of Plants and Animal Origin, and Animal Products and Processing (Meat), impacting hundreds of students.

Guided 9 B.Sc. and 6 M.Sc. student projects, ensuring rigorous research methodologies and successful project completion.

Contributed to departmental committees, including the Abstract Committee and Curriculum Review Sub-committee, aiding in academic program development and quality assurance.

Engaged in ongoing research projects, leading to multiple publications that explored novel approaches in animal nutrition, product quality, and food safety.

Institute of Advanced Medical Research and Training, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan
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University Administrator (Senior Assistant Registrar/Secretary to the Institute)

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed administrative operations and secretarial duties for a key medical research institute, ensuring efficient functioning and support for academic and research activities over a 9-year tenure.

Highlights

Streamlined administrative processes for the Institute of Advanced Medical Research and Training, supporting faculty and researchers.

Managed comprehensive secretarial and operational support, ensuring smooth daily functioning of the institute's activities.

Department of Psychiatry, University of Ibadan
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Research Interviewer

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted data collection and interviews for research projects within the Department of Psychiatry, contributing to critical health studies.

Highlights

Executed comprehensive data collection and interviewing for psychiatric research, ensuring accurate and timely information gathering.

Contributed to the integrity of research data by meticulously conducting interviews and recording responses.

Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Ltd
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Assistant Farm Supervisor

Awe, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Oversaw daily farm operations and supervised personnel at a large-scale hatchery, ensuring efficient production and animal welfare.

Highlights

Managed daily operations for a large-scale hatchery, optimizing production workflows and supervising farm personnel.

Ensured adherence to animal welfare standards and operational protocols, contributing to efficient farm management.

Education

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Ph.D

Animal Science

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

M.Sc

Animal Science

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

B.Agric

Animal Science

Publications

Phytochemical Contents and Antioxidant Potentials of Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench (Sorghum), Hibiscus sabdariffa L. (Roselle) and Their Varying Blends.

Published by

World News of Natural Sciences

Dietary Inclusion of Psidium guajava Leaf Meal Improves Quality Parameters Of Eggs From Hens Fed Aflatoxin B1-contaminated Diets.

Published by

Annals of Animal and Biological Research

Consequences of Different Cooking Methods and Storage Time on the Quality Attributes of Pork.

Published by

African Journal Of Agriculture, Nutrition And Hospitality

Qualitative Indices of Chicken Nuggets As Affected By Different Cooking Methods.

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Ethiopian Journal of Public Health and Nutrition

Quality Indices Of Chicken Patties Prepared With Blends of Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and Lemon (Citrus limon) Essential Oils As Additives.

Published by

Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension

Phytochemical Composition and 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) Radical Scavenging Activities of Some Essential Oils.

Published by

University of Zambia Journal of Agriculture and Biomedical Sciences

Bridging Nutrient Deficiency Gaps Through Valorisation of Chicken Necks, Shanks, and their Bone Components: The Nigerian Experience.

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Nigerian Journal of Animal Science and Technology

Influence of Lemon (Citrus limon) on Lipid Oxidation and Keeping Quality of Chicken crumbs.

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University of Ghana Science and Development Journal

Importance of Information about Red Meat Quality on Consumers' Purchase Decision in Ibadan Metropolis, Oyo State, Nigeria.

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International Journal of Applied Agricultural and Apicultural Research

Physicochemical and Organoleptic Properties Of Greek-Type Yoghurt Fortified With Or Without Omega-3 Fatty Acid And Honey.

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Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension

Slaughterhouse Blood: A State-Of-The-Art Review on Transforming By-Products Into Valuable Nutritional Resources And The Role Of Circular Economy.

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Food Bioscience

Quality Characteristics Of Retail Fried Chicken Obtained From Some Fast Food Brands in Ibadan, Nigeria.

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Journal of Agripreneurship and Sustainable Development

The Burden of Food Contamination And Foodborne Illnesses In Low And Middle Income Countries And Strategies For Reduction: Nigeria As A Case Study.

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Nigerian Journal of Animal Science and Technology

Effects of Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) and Their Blends on Performance, Carcass And Meat Lipid Oxidation In Broiler Chickens.

Published by

Nigerian Journal of Animal Production

Consumer Preferences for Fish and Seafood Products in Jos North Metropolis.

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Journal of Agripreneurship and Sustainable Development

Quality Assessment and Sensory Attributes of Meat Floss (Danbunama) Marketed Locally In Sabo-Mokola Area in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.

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Tropical Animal Production Investigations

Meat Quality of Broiler Chickens Fed Diets With or Without Supplemental Vitamin-Mineral Premix at The Finisher Phase.

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Nigerian Journal of Animal Science

Carcass Characteristics And Meat Quality of Japanese Quails As Influenced By Canarium schweinfurthii (Atili)-based Diets.

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University of Ghana Science and Development Journal

Oxidative Stability and Quality of Meat from Broiler Chickens Fed Diets Supplemented with Plant Based Antioxidants.

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Nigerian Agricultural Journal

Microbial Quality of Fresh Beef from Different Slaughter Facilities in Oyo State, Nigeria.

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Agricultural and Food Science Journal of Ghana

Quality and Physicochemical Characteristics of Quails Eggs Obtained from Quail Hens Fed Diets Containing Graded Levels of African Black Olive (Canarium schweinfurthil) leaf meal.

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Nigerian Journal of Animal Production

Physicochemical and Sensory Properties of Meat Floss Developed from Rabbit Meat and Different Oils.

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Nigerian Agricultural Journal

Effect of Graded Levels of Sorghum bicolor on Proximate Composition, Lipid Oxidation, Microbial Load and Sensory Properties of Rabbit Meat Floss.

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University of Zambia Journal of Agriculture and Biomedical Sciences

The Nutritive, Textural and Sensory Attributes Of Frankfurter Fortified With Graded Levels of Edible Palm Weevil Larvae (Rhynchophorus phoenicis F).

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Nigerian Journal of Animal Production

Effect of Partial Replacement of Pork with Edible Palm Weevil Larvae (Rhynchophorus phoenicis F) on Nutrient, Textural and Sensory Qualities of Frankfurter-Type Sausage.

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Tropical Animal Production Investigations

The Utilisation of Chicken Intestines as Extender in Frankfurter Sausage.

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Nigerian Agricultural Journal

Physicochemical and Sensory Characteristics of Soft Cheese as Affected by Different Salt Levels.

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Nigerian Journal of Animal Production

Evaluation of The Effects of Feeding Selected Antioxidant Plants Supplements on the Performance and Carcass Characteristics of Broiler Chickens.

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Nigerian Journal of Animal Production

Effect of Levels of Energy- Protein Value on Growth Performance, Blood Profile and Nutrient Digestibility of Weaned Pigs.

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Nigerian Agricultural Journal

Keeping Quality of Rabbit Meat Floss Prepared with Different Oils and Stored in Three Packaging Materials.

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University of Zambia Journal of Agriculture and Biomedical Sciences

Effect of Partial Replacement of Fat in Sausage Diet with Different Flours at 5%, 10% And 15% Level of Inclusion on Performance, Hematological and Serum Biochemistry of Wistar Albino Rats.

Published by

Advances in Obesity Weight Management and Control

Evaluation of Reproductive Performance of Rabbits Fed Graded Levels of Moringa oleifera Leaves and Twigs Meals (2018).

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International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science - IJRIAS

Role of Diverse Fermentative Factors Towards Microbial Community Shift in Ruminants.

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Journal of Applied Microbiology

Effects of Ethanolic Extract of Garlic, Roselle and Ginger on Quality Attributes of Chicken Patties.

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African Journal of Biotechnology

Languages

English

Certificates

Food Safety and Hygiene in the Catering Industry

Issued By

Unknown

Skills

Research & Development

Animal Science Research, Food Science, Food Safety, Quality Control, Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Scientific Writing, Peer Review, Publication Management, Sustainable Agriculture.

Academic Leadership & Teaching

Curriculum Development, Lecturing, Mentorship, Project Supervision, Academic Administration, Course Design, Student Advising, Distance Learning Facilitation.

Laboratory & Analytical Techniques

Proximate Analysis, Lipid Oxidation, Microbial Analysis, Sensory Evaluation, In vitro Gas Production, Methanogenesis, Physicochemical Analysis.

Animal Production & Processing

Meat Processing, Egg Handling, Dairy Products, Abattoir Practices, Animal By-products Utilization, Livestock Management, Feed Resource Evaluation, Food Preservation.

Professional Affiliations

Nigerian Institute of Animal Science (NIAS), Animal Science Association of Nigerian (ASAN).

Projects

Effects of different oil types and packaging materials on quality characteristics of Rabbit meat floss.

Summary

Ongoing research project focused on optimizing the sensory acceptability, lipid oxidation, and microbial growth of rabbit meat floss.

Effects of Allium sativum L., Zingiber officinale ROSCOE, and Hibiscus sabdariffa L. on Chicken Meat and Patties in Ibadan, Nigeria.

Summary

PhD Thesis: Investigated the impact of natural plant extracts on the quality and preservation of chicken meat and patties.

Effect of Different Energy and Rumen Nitrogen Sources on in vitro Gas Production and Methanogenesis.

Summary

MSc project report: Analyzed the influence of various dietary components on ruminant digestion and greenhouse gas production.

Proximate Evaluation of Some Plant Species as Feed Resources for Ruminant Livestock.

Summary

B. Agric project report: Evaluated the nutritional composition of various plant species for their potential as ruminant feed.