Oghorodi Akpobo Marvellous is a dynamic and passionate biomedical scientist whose academic and professional journey reflects a seamless fusion of pharmacology and biomedical engineering. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacology and earned a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from the prestigious University of Ibadan, graduating with distinction. His academic excellence and interdisciplinary training have positioned him at the forefront of translational biomedical research, particularly in neuroengineering, neurotherapeutics, and regenerative medicine.
His professional experience spans research, teaching, and development work in patient safety. He has served as a full-time research assistant at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Ibadan, where he contributed significantly to multidisciplinary research on medical devices and therapeutic technologies for HIV treatment. He also held a research fellowship with Patient Safety Africa, where he supported initiatives aimed at improving healthcare delivery and outcomes across Nigeria and beyond.
As a dedicated lecturer at the State University of Medical and Applied Sciences, Igbo-Eno, Enugu State, Oghorodi is committed to shaping the next generation of biomedical engineers. He is also a research affiliate of the Canada-Israel-Nigeria Neuropharmacology and Neuropsychiatric Laboratory, located within the Department of Pharmacology at Delta State University, Abraka. He has been actively engaged in cutting-edge research exploring the interface between neuroscience and biomaterials.
His primary research interests lie in biomaterials and tissue engineering, with a specialized focus on the development of drug delivery systems using locally sourced biopolymers for the treatment of neurological disorders, including stroke and neurodegenerative diseases. His current and future research agenda aims to harness the therapeutic potential of indigenous, eco-friendly polymers in the engineering of responsive drug carriers for targeted neurotherapy, particularly in resource-limited settings.
He aspires to deepen his expertise in the design and optimization of advanced drug delivery platforms for brain-targeted therapies. His long-term vision is to lead transformative research and training programs that integrate engineering principles with clinical neuroscience, thereby contributing to the global fight against neurological diseases while championing solutions tailored to the African context.
Driven by academic excellence, research innovation, and a deep commitment to capacity building, Oghorodi Akpobo Marvellous embodies the future of biomedical engineering in Africa one that is not only technically proficient but also socially relevant and globally impactful.
| Course of Study | Name of Institutions | Educational Title |
|---|---|---|
| Biomedical Engineering | University of Ibadan | M.Sc. |
| Pharmacology | Delta State University Abraka | B.Sc. |
| Experience | Start year | End Year |
|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant | 2024 | 2024 |
| Publication Name | Link | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Psychopharmacological interaction of alcohol and posttraumatic stress disorder: Effective action of naringin | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0014299924004795 | 2024 |
| A Case for the Neuroprotective Potential of African Phytochemicals in the Management of Alzheimer’s Disease | https://www.intechopen.com/online-first/89142 | 2024 |
Oghorodi Akpobo Marvellous is a dynamic and passionate biomedical scientist whose academic and professional journey reflects a seamless fusion of pharmacology and biomedical engineering. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacology and earned a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from the prestigious University of Ibadan, graduating with distinction. His academic excellence and interdisciplinary training have positioned him at the forefront of translational biomedical research, particularly in neuroengineering, neurotherapeutics, and regenerative medicine.
His professional experience spans research, teaching, and development work in patient safety. He has served as a full-time research assistant at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Ibadan, where he contributed significantly to multidisciplinary research on medical devices and therapeutic technologies for HIV treatment. He also held a research fellowship with Patient Safety Africa, where he supported initiatives aimed at improving healthcare delivery and outcomes across Nigeria and beyond.
As a dedicated lecturer at the State University of Medical and Applied Sciences, Igbo-Eno, Enugu State, Oghorodi is committed to shaping the next generation of biomedical engineers. He is also a research affiliate of the Canada-Israel-Nigeria Neuropharmacology and Neuropsychiatric Laboratory, located within the Department of Pharmacology at Delta State University, Abraka. He has been actively engaged in cutting-edge research exploring the interface between neuroscience and biomaterials.
His primary research interests lie in biomaterials and tissue engineering, with a specialized focus on the development of drug delivery systems using locally sourced biopolymers for the treatment of neurological disorders, including stroke and neurodegenerative diseases. His current and future research agenda aims to harness the therapeutic potential of indigenous, eco-friendly polymers in the engineering of responsive drug carriers for targeted neurotherapy, particularly in resource-limited settings.
He aspires to deepen his expertise in the design and optimization of advanced drug delivery platforms for brain-targeted therapies. His long-term vision is to lead transformative research and training programs that integrate engineering principles with clinical neuroscience, thereby contributing to the global fight against neurological diseases while championing solutions tailored to the African context.
Driven by academic excellence, research innovation, and a deep commitment to capacity building, Oghorodi Akpobo Marvellous embodies the future of biomedical engineering in Africa one that is not only technically proficient but also socially relevant and globally impactful.
| Course of Study | Name of Institutions | Educational Title |
|---|---|---|
| Biomedical Engineering | University of Ibadan | M.Sc. |
| Pharmacology | Delta State University Abraka | B.Sc. |
| Experience | Start year | End Year |
|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant | 2024 | 2024 |
| Publication Name | Link | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Psychopharmacological interaction of alcohol and posttraumatic stress disorder: Effective action of naringin | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0014299924004795 | 2024 |
| A Case for the Neuroprotective Potential of African Phytochemicals in the Management of Alzheimer’s Disease | https://www.intechopen.com/online-first/89142 | 2024 |
