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Alagoa, Koru Joe

mrkjalagoa@yahoo.com

Areas of Research Interest & Specialty

S/N Research Area
1 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY AND AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY

School Attended with Qualifications

  • University of Port Harcourt - Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Hydrbiology and Fisheries - 2012
  • Rivers State University - Master of Philosophy ( M.Phil) Environmental Management (Resources) - 2006
  • Rivers State University - Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Fisheries - 1998

Membership of Professional Bodies- Year

  • West African society of Toxicology (WASOT) - 2021
  • Fisheries Society of Nigeria (FISON) - 2013
  • Waste Management Society of Nigeria (WAMASON) - 2006
  • Affiliate Member, International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) - 2010
  • Professor (Associate) Environmental Biology and Aquatic Toxicology., Department of Biological sciences, Niger Delta University, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. - 2019 - Till Date
  • Senior Lecturer (Lateral Transfered February, 2017)., Department of Biological Sciences, Niger Delta University, Amasoma, Bayelsa State. - 2015 - 2019
  • Principal Lecturer., Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State - Oct. 2015 February, 2017.
  • Senior Lecturer, Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State. - Oct. 2012 Sept. 2015.
  • Lecturer I , Bayelsa State College of Education, Okpoama, Brass Island, Bayelsa State. - Oct. 2009 – Sept. 2012.
  • Lecturer II, Bayelsa State College of Arts and Science, Agudama-Epie, Yenagoa. - Oct. 2006 – Sept. 2009.
  • Lecturer III, Bayelsa State College of Arts and Science, Agudama-Epie, Yenagoa. - Oct. 2003 - Sept. 2006.
  • Assistant Lecturer., Bayelsa State College of Arts and Science, Agudama-Epie, Yenagoa. - Oct. 2000 - Sept. 2003.
  • Head of Department, Department of Agric Education., Bayelsa State College of Education, Okpoama, Bayelsa State. - 2010 - 2013
  • Director of Examinations and Records., Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State. - 2013 - 2016
  • Director of Sandwich Programme., Isaac Jasper Boro College Of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State. - 2016 - 2017
  • Chairman, TETFUND committee, Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education., Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State. - 2016 - 2017
  • Secretary, Departmental Board of studies, Department of Agric Technology., Bayelsa State College of Arts & Science, Yenagoa, (BYCAS). - 2000-2003
  • Member Appointments and Promotions Committee (AP&PC). , Member AppointmentsIsaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State. - 2013
  • Chairman, Examinations Committee., Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State. - 2013 - 2016
  • Chairman, adhoc committee for the design of an integrated school farm project., Bayelsa State College of Arts & Science, Yenagoa, (BYCAS). - 2006
  • Co-ordinator, student projects, Department of Agric Technology., Bayelsa State College of Arts & Science, Yenagoa, (BYCAS). - 2004- 2006
  • Member, General Studies Board. , Bayelsa State College of Arts & Science, Yenagoa, (BYCAS). - 2006-2008
  • Member and Departmental representative, supervisory committee on Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (S.I.W.E.S)., Bayelsa State College of Arts & Science, Yenagoa, (BYCAS). - 2004 - 2008
  • Co-ordinator, student projects and Seminars, Department of Biological Sciences., Niger Delta University - 2018 - 2020
  • Company Secretary, Company Secretary, Waifie Nigeria Limited, Port Harcourt. - May 2000 - Sept. 2000
  • Agric Extension Adviser, Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited. (SPDC). (NYSC). - April 1999 - May 2000.

Workshops and Conferences Attended

  • 10th International Conference/Anniversary of the West African Society of Toxicology (WASOT). Held in Coal City University, Enugu, between the 11th – 14th of August, 2021. - 2021
  • Capacity Building Workshop. Theme: Enhancing Research and Innovation for Regional and National Development. Organised by the Centre for Petroleum, Pollution Control and Corrosion Studies (CEFPACS), Nigeria. Held at The Federal University Otuoke, held on the 28th and 29th Day of May, 2021 - 2021
  • 5th South-South NSBMB Zonal Conference FUO 2021. Theme: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: Catalyst for sustainable Environment, Agriculture and Industrial Development. Organised by the Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB) South-South Zone. Held at the Federal University Otuoke on the 25th of May, 2021 - 2021
  • Participant in QRIOUS, a Workshop on successful Research Writing and Publication organized by the International Association for Advancement of Science (IAAS) in collaboration with The International Institute of Knowledge Management on 6th July, 2020 - 2020
  • 8thInternationalConference of the West African Society of Toxicology. @The IgbinedionUniversity, Nigeria, 2019 - 2019
  • 2ndInternational Conference on Environmental Management, 2nd – 4th October, 2018 - 2018
  • Cyber Security in Nigeria: Awareness, Mitigation and Regulation. National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) www.nitda.gov.ng 19th April, 2018. Ebiis Hotel, Yenagoa. - 2018
  • International Conference on Economic Development and Sustainability. Theme: Economic Globalization in the Face of Recession, Corruption and Insecurity. Thursday 12th – Friday, 13th April, 2018, Amphitheater, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt. - 2018
  • Fisheries Society of Nigeria (FISON) Conference, Delta, 2015, 23rd – 27th November, 2015. - 2015
  • History Concourse: The Niger Delta Environment as Resource and Reserve. November 2nd – 5tht, 2011. Onyoma Research, 11 Orogbum Crescent GRA II, Port Harcourt. historyconcourse@yahoo.com . kalajoe@yahoo.com - 2011
  • Training course on critical issues in the management of colleges of education. Organised by the centre for administrative studies. 10th – 11th march, 2011 - 2011
  • International WEBINAR /Virtual convergence. HOMEF(Health of mother earth foundation– Current and emerging threats to fresh and marine water ecosystems: In Freshwater and Marine Ecosystems Convergence: A Call for Establishment of Freshwater and Marine Protected Areas in the Gulf of Guinea and Congo Basin (Nigeria, DRC and Cameroon). 2020 - 2020
  • History Concourse: The Niger Delta Environment: Matters Arising. November 19th – 21st, 2015. Onyoma Research, 11 Orogbum Crescent GRA II, Port Harcourt. - 2015
  • Seventh International Conference on Sustainable Development. July 26 – 29. 2011. - 2011
  • Workshop On The Smooth Conduct Of Examinations (One Day Training Workshop) BYCAS, 2004. - 2004

Articles

  • Gijo, A.H and Alagoa, K.J (2022). Microbial Analysis of Flood Water at Tombia community Niger Delta Nigeria". International journal of latest Technology in Engineering Management and Applied Science, 0(0) 26-32 www.rsisinternational.org
  • Alagoa, K.J and Gijo A.H (2022). Biodiversity and Distribution of crustaceans as bioindicators of human impact in the river nun estuary around Akassa, Niger Delta, Nigeria.. EPRA International Journal of Research and Development (IJRD). , 7(2) 87-96 http://doi.org/10.36713/epra2016
  • Ogamba, E.E; Alagoa, K.J and Brafade, O.C (2022). Physicochemistry, Nutrient Levels and Concentrations of Lead and Cadmium in Bones and Muscle Tissues of Synodontisocellifer from River Nun, Bayelsa State. International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews. , 3(2) 734-749 www.ijrpr.com
  • Alagoa, K.J, Charles, E.E and Esaba, M (2022). Effect of Flooding on Benthic Macro-fauna in Efi Lake, Kalama, Sabagreia, Kolokuma/Opokuma LGA, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.. International Journal of Research in Engineering and Science (IJRES) Volume 10 Issue 1, 2022. , 10(1) 82-91 www.ijres.org
  • Alagoa, K.J, Yabefa, J and Odiodi, A.W (2022). Response of Metabolites in Brain Tissues of Clarias gariepinus Exposed to Sublethal Concentrations of the Organophosphate Insecticide Raider® (Chlorpyriphos 20% EC).. IJARIIE., 8(1) 417-423 www.ijariie.com
  • Gijo A.H and Alagoa, K.J (2022). Ichthyofaunal study of the River Nun Around Tombia Community, Niger Delta, Nigeria. Journal of Research in Agriculture and Animal Science. , 9(2) 1-6 www questjournals.org
  • Gijo A.H and Alagoa, K.J (2022). Ichthyofaunal Diversity of the River Nun Estuary, Niger Delta, Nigeria. International Journal of Research and Reviews. Volume 9. Issue 2. 2022. , 9(2) 274-280 www.ijrrjournals.com
  • Silas-Olu and Alagoa, K.J (2022). Physicochemical and Bacteriological Variables of River Nun Along Three Communities in Bayelsa State. . International Journal of Progressive Sciences and Technology (IJPSAT), Volume 30, Issue 2, 2022. , 30(2) 21-30 http://ipsat.ijsht-journals.org
  • Gijo, A.H and Alagoa, K.J (2022). A SURVEY OF AQUATIC MACROPHYTES IN THE AKASSA AXIS OF THE RIVER NUN, NIGER DELTA, NIGERIA. Review of Environment and Earth Sciences , 9(1) 1-7 10.18488/80.v9i1.3218
  • Alagoa, K.J and Ozi, J.E (2021). The Effect of the Drug Ivermectin (Mectizan) on the In Vitro Inhibition of Bacteria Growth.. Scientific Research Journal of Agriculture and Life Sciences. , 1(2) 1 - 7 10.47310/srjms.2021.v01i02.001
  • Alagoa, K.J; Yabefa, J.A and Erepamo, J.Y (2021). Levels of Heavy metals in Pelagic and Benthic Fish Species in River Nun at Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.. Magna Scientia Advanced Biology and Pharmacy. , 3(2) 15-21 10.30574/msabp
  • Alagoa, K.J; Yabefa, J.A and Oghenero, F (2021). Abundance and diversity of Insect Associated with Dry Fish Spoilage in Three (3) Selected Markets in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences. , 16(3) 222-228 10.30574/gscbps.2021.16.3.0288
  • Inyang, I.R and Alagoa, K.J (2021). Effect of the Organophosphorus Insecticide Raider® (Chlorpyriphos 20%EC) on Metabolites in the Brain of the New Zealand Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Journal of Global Ecology and Environment. , 11(1) 7-14
  • Alagoa, K.J and Osakwe, J (2021). Blood Glucose Response of the African Cat Fish (Clarias gariepinus) to Bitter Leaf (Vernonia amygdalina) Incorporated Diet.. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science. , 6(1) 60-63 www.rsisinternational.org
  • Alagoa, K.J (2021). An Appraisal of Heavy Metals Content in Two fish Species (Bagrusbayad and Synodontis batensoda) in River Nun, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. . Asian journal of advances in research. , 6(1) 21-28
  • Koru Joe Alagoa and Faith Gabriel (2020). Effect of Desilting/Dredging on Benthic Macroinvertebrate Fauna within the Niger Delta University Tributary of River-Nun ,Amassoma, Bayelsa State.. Journal of Research Studies in Science, Engineering and Technology. , 7(10) 33-39 ISSN:2349-476X
  • Eguakun, P.E and Alagoa, K.J (2020). Heavy Metal Pollution Index and Safety Concerns of Borehole Water Located Proximally to Dumpsites in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.. EPRA InternationalJournal of Multidisciplinary Research. , 6(7) 72-77 10.36713/epra2013
  • Koru Joe Alagoa, Jeremiah A Yabefa and Jennifer Ihuoma (2020). Effect of Local and Processed Honey on the Inhibition of Bacterial Growth.. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science. , 5(6) 117-121 www.rsisinternational.org
  • K.J Alagoa, J.A.Yabefa and T.C.N Angaye (2020). Heavy Metals in Leachates of Selected Dumpsites in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. IAR Journal of Agricultural Research and Life Sciences. , 1(2) 42-47 www.iarconsortium.org/journal-info/iarjals
  • Tawari C.N Angaye and Koru J Alagoa (2019). Environmental and Health Risk of Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) Levels Around some Dumpsites in the Niger Delta Region: A Case Study of Yenagoa Metropolis. Journal of Experimental and Clinical Toxicology. 2019. , 1(3) 1-6 10.14302/issn.2641-7669.ject-19-3125
  • Alagoa, K.J and Yabefa, J.A (2019). Heavy metal concentration in the Gut of The Edible Crab (Uca tangeri) in the New Calabar and Brass Rivers, Niger Delta, Nigeria.. Sumerianz Journal of Scientific Research. , 2(12) 197-200 www.sumerianz.con
  • Alagoa, K.J and Youkparigha, F.O (2019). Implication of Dredging on Bioaccumulation of Heavy Metals in Soft Tissues of the Periwinkle Tympanotonous Fuscatus in Elechi Creek, Niger Delta, Nigeria.. The International Journal of Science &Technoledge. , 7(3) 38-42 10.24940/theijst/2019/v7/i3/ST1903-026
  • Ngodigha, S.A and Alagoa, K.J (2019). Growth, Mortalities and Recruitment Pattern of Palaemon maculatus in River Nun Estuary, Bayelsa State, Niger Delta.. East African Journal of Agriculture and Life Sciences. , 2(3) 92-97 www.easpublisher.com/easjals/
  • Alagoa, K.J (2019). An appraisal of heavy metals in water column and bottom substrate of Aba river, Abia state, Nigeria.. GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences. , 6(3) 45-50 http://doi.org/10.30574/gscbps.2019.6.3.0021
  • Oku. I.Y And Alagoa, K.J (2019). Microbial Quality of Cooked and Processed Foods Sold by Food Vendors and Restaurants in Niger Delta University Communty, Amaassoma, Bayelsa State.. East African Journal of Biotechnology and Genetics. , 1(1) 1-8 www.easpublisher.com/easjbg/
  • Daworiye, P.S Alagoa, K.J, Orji J.C and Nwabueze, R.N (2019). Inhibition Of Bacterial Nitrification by Extracts Of Velvet Beans Plant Mucuna Pruriens In Sandy Loam Soils In Owerri, Nigeria. International Journal for Scientific Research and Development. , 6(11) 87-90 ISSN(online):2321-0613
  • Alagoa, K.J; Daworiye, P.S, Charles, E (2019). Impact Of An Open Waste Dumpsihte on Heavy Metal Concentration Of Borehole Water in Biogbolo, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.. International Journal of Agriculture, Environment And Bioresearch. , 4(1) 41-50 www.ijaeb.org
  • Alagoa, K.J - Daworiye, P.S, Enaregha, E (2019). The Effect of Spent Lubricant Oil on Haematological Parameters of Juveniles Of Clarias Gariepinus (Burchell, 1822).. IJO- Journal of Biological Science. , 2(1) 1-20
  • Alagoa, K.J, Adigwe, P, Daworiye, P.S (2019). Assessment Of Heavy Metal Accumulation in Two Aquatic Macrophyte Tissues in Taylor Creek, Zarama, Bayelsa State.. International Journal of Innovative Science and Technology., 4(1) 134-139 www.ijisrt.com
  • Alagoa, K.J, Adigwe, P, Daworiye, P.S (2019). A Survey of Zooplankton Community Structure in Taylor Creek, ZaramaAxises, Bayelsa State. Nigeria.. Greener Journal Of Biological Sciences. , 9(1) 1-7 http://doi.org/10.15580/GJBS.2019.1.010719007
  • Ngodigha, S.A and Alagoa, K.J (2019). Ecotourism Potentials in the Artisanal Fisheries Sector Along Ogbia Creek, Niger Delta. . International Journal of Innovative Research and Advancedd Studies (IJIRAS). Volume 6, Issue 3. 2019., 6(3) www.ijiras.com
  • Oku. I.Y; Alagoa, K.J; Daworiye, P.S and Izon-ebi, B.M (2018). Microbial Content Of Zobo Drink From Five Different Producers Within Yenagoa City, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.. International Journal of Advances in Scientific Research and Engineering. , 4(9) 74-89 10.31695/IJASRE.2018.32878
  • Alagoa, K.J, Daworiye, P.S, Enaregha, E, Ipiteikumoh, B, Agwu, R. (2018). Surface Bacterial Flora of Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Open markets of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.. GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences. , 4(2) 24-30 http://doi.org/10.30574/gscbps 2018.4.2.0057
  • Alagoa, K.J,Ngodigha, S, Daworiye, P.S, Charles, E.E and Ipiteikemuh, B (2018). Landing Fish catch Assessment of Artisanal Fishing in the Polluted River Nun, Amassoma Axises, Bayelsa State.. International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies. , 6(3) 215-220 www.fisheriesjournal.com
  • P.S. Daworiye, K.J Alagoa and Ipiteikemuh B. (2018). Inhibition of Bacterial nitrification using extracts of the Velvet Bean plant Mucuna pruriens in Clayey soils in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. . ASIO Journal of Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics & Applied Sciences (ASIO-JCPMAS). , 3(1) 1-5 http://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2018-66856812/
  • Alagoa, K.J, Daworiye, P.S, Enaregha, E, Mac-obegba, A. (2018). Rapirian Influences on Phytoplankton Dynamics in Taylor Creek, Zarama, Bayelsa State.. Journal of scientific and engineering research. , 5(6) 187-194 www.jsaer.com
  • Alagoa, K.J, Daworiye, P.S, and Ipiteikemuh, B. (2018). Effect of the glyphosate Herbicide uproot® on Non-functional blood plasma enzymes of Juveniles of Clarias gariepinus.. World Journal of Research and Review (WJRR)., 6(4) 47-51 www.wjrr.org
  • Sylvester C Izah, Douye V Zige, Koru J Alagoa, E.J Uhunmwangho and A.O Iyamu (2018). Antibacterial Efficacy of Aqueous Extract of Myristica fragrans (Common Nutmeg).. EC Pharmacology and Toxicology. , 6(4) 291-295
  • A.O Aigberua, K.J Alagoa, S.C. Izah (2018). Macro Nutrient Composition in Selected Seasoning used in Nigeria.. MOJ Food Processing and Technology. , 6(1) 1-4 10.15406/mojfpt.2018.06.00155
  • Alagoa, K.J, Godwin, J, Daworiye, P.S, Ipiteikumoh, B (2018). Aquatic macrophytes in the River Nun, Amasoma Axises, Niger Delta, Nigeria.. International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR)., 4(2) 63-67 ISSN: 2454-1850
  • Ngodigha, S.A, Alagoa, K.J and Abowei, J.F.N (2018). Status And Constrains of Artisanal Fisheries in Ekperiama (Ekperikiri) Fishing Area, Niger Delta.. Annals of Ecology and Environmental Science, Vol.2 (4): 24-29. 2018. , 2(4) 24-29 ISSN: 2637-5338
  • Ngodigha, S.A, Alagoa, K.J -Daworiye, P.S and Abowei, J.F.N (2018). Ecopath Model Of Food Web Complexity and Energy Flow In Ekperiama (Ekperikiri) Niger Delta. Scholars Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary sciences (SJAVS) , 2018 5(9): 483-489. , 5(9) 483-489 www.saspublisher.com
  • S.A. Ngodigha, K.J Alagoa, P. S Daworiye and I. Bekewei (2017). Model of Ecosystem Stability and Development of Ekperiama, Niger Delta. . Asian Journal of Biology. , 4(4) 1-8 10.9734/AJOB/2017/37284
  • Iderima, S.T; Alagoa, K.J; Ngodigha, S.A (2017). Analyses Of Community Attributes Of Meiofauna Under A Pollution Regime In The Lower Bonny Estuary, Rivers State, Nigeria.. International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR)., 3(8) 30-35 ISSN: 2454-1850
  • Alagoa, K.J; Ngodigha, S.A; Ipeteikemoh, B (2015). spatial and temporal variations of Zooplankton in Taylor Creek, Biseni, Niger Delta, Nigeria.. International Journal of Current Research and Academic Review. , 3(8) 325-333 www.ijcrar.com
  • Alagoa, K.J; Eremasi, Y.B and Ipeteikemoh, B. (2015). Acute Toxicity of the Non-Selective Herbicide “Uproot” (Isopropylamine Salt) on the Survival of Juveniles of Clarias gariepinus (Burchel, 1882).. International Journal of Advance Research in Biological Sciences. , 2(5) 177-182 www.ijarbs.com
  • K.J. Alagoa and I.P. Aleleye-wokoma (2015). Variations of Benthic- macroinvertebrates in Taylor creek, Biseni, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.. Int. J. Curr. Res. Bio. Sci. Plant Biol. Vol 2. No. 2: 49 – 54. 2015. , 2(2) 49-54 www.ijcrbp.com
  • K.J. Alagoa (2015). Assessment of Creek Integrity Using Phytoplankton in Taylor Creek, Biseni, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences. , 4(3) 942-952 www.ijcmas.com
  • S.A. Ngodigha: K.J. Alagoa; P. Daworiye and Y.B. Eremasi (2015). Catch Composition of Bag Net Used in Palaemon Fishery in River Nun Estuary, Bayelsa State, Niger Delta, Nigeria.. International Journal of Advanced Research in Biological Sciences. , 2(5) 119-125 www.ijarbs.com
  • Alagoa, K.J. and Aleleya- Wokoma, I.P. (2012). Human Induced Variations of Selected Physico-chemical Parameters of Taylor Creek in the Niger Delta, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.. Resource and Environment. , 2(2) 45-50 10.5923/j.re.20120202.07
  • K.J Alagoa (2010). Effect of Goldcrew and Corexit on Selected Blood Parameters of the African Cat Fish Clarias gariepinus Following Sublethal Exposure.. . Journal of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology , 2(5) 67-72 www.academicjournals.org/jece
  • K.J. Alagoa and I.K.E. Ekweozor (2009). Sublethal Effect of the Dispersant Goldcrew on Selected Blood Parameters of the African Cat Fish C larias gariepinus.. Toxicological and Environmental. Chemistry. , 91(2) 339-343 10.1080/02772240802138036
  • W. Burubai; I. Amula; G.W. Etekpe; K.J. Alagoa; N. Preye and T. Suoware (2009). Influence of Moisture and Loading Velocity on the Forced Relaxation Characteristics of the African Nutmeg Seed.. American – Eurasian Journal of Agronomy. , 2(1) 13-16 ISSN: 1995-896X
  • Gabriel, U.U; Allison, M.E and Alagoa, K.J. (2001). Effect of Crude Oil Water Dispersion on the Haemoglobin and Haematocrit of the African Cat Fish Clarias gariepinus. . J. Appli. Sci. Environ. Mgt. , 5(2) 9-11