Member Profile
Membership type: full
Olanike Maria Buraimoh
Country of origin: Nigeria Currently in: Nigeria, Lagos General field of specialization: Biological Systems and Organisms-
Degrees
2014 Doctorate Biological Systems and Organisms2008 Master Biological Systems and Organisms1994 Undergraduate Biological Systems and Organisms -
Current Research Activities
Biological Systems and Organisms
1. Bioconversion of lignocellulose (plant biomass) wastes to value-added products 2. Biodegradation and Bioremediation 3. Extraction of antimicrobial compounds from plants 4. Production of industrial enzymes
Publications resulting from Research:
1. Olanike M. Buraimoh, Matthew O. Ilori, Olukayode O. Amund Chukwuemeka Isanbor and Frederick C. Michel Jr. (2017). The degradation of coniferyl alcohol and the complementary production of chlorogenic acids in the growth culture of Streptomyces albogriseolus KF977548 isolated from decaying wood residues. Process Biochemistry 52: 22–29. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.procbio.2016.10.015. (Published by Elsevier).
2. Bamidele T. Odumosu, Olanike M. Buraimoh, Okeke J. Chiamaka, James O. Ogah, and Frederick C. Michael (2017). Antimicrobial activities of Streptomyces ceolicolor strain COB KF977550 isolated from a tropical estuary Journal of Taibah University for Science. 11(6):836-841. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtusci.2017.01.006 (Publisher Elsevier).
3. Buraimoh, O.M., Ogunyemi, A.K, Ibrahim, N.H., Adebusoye, A.S., Ilori, M.O. and Amund, O.O. (2017). Efficacy of Intervention Strategies for Bioremediation of Crude Oil in Polluted Soil Microcosm. Ife Journal of Science. 19 (2): 303-312 https://doi.org/10.4314/ijs.v19i2.10. Published by the University of Ife.
4. Akinyemi, B.T., Buraimoh, O.M., Ogunrinde, O.O and Amund, O.O. (2017). Pectinase Production by Bacillus megatarium, Bacillus bataviensis and Paenibacillus sp isolated from Decomposing Wood Residues in the Lagos Lagoon. Journal of Tropical Life Science. 7(3): 204 – 207. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.11594/jtls.07.03.03. Published by University of Brawijaya (Universitas Brawijaya).
5. Temitope O. Sogbanmu, Victoria F. Doherty, Olanike M. Buraimoh, Olawumi F. Arokoyu (2017). Influence of a Dispersant on the Types and Growth of Microbial Hydrocarbon Degraders in a Crude oil-contaminated Medium Journal of Health and Pollution. 7 (14): 62 to 70. https://doi.org/10.5696/2156-9614-7.14.62 (Published by Journal of Health & Pollution).
6. Ogunyemi, A.K., Samuel, T.A., Buraimoh, O.M., Amund, O.O., Ilori, M.O., Alagbada, B.C., Olumuyiwa, E.O., Odetunde, S. K. and Akinrodoye, F. (2017). In vitro Degradation of Extracted Cassava Linamarin by Bacillus Species Isolated from cassava wastewater. Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences G. Microbiology. 9(1): 73-83. Published by Ain-Shams University, Faculty of Science, Entomology Department.
7. Olanike M. Buraimoh,Matthew O. Ilori, Olukayode O. Amund , Frederick C. Michel Jr. and Sukhbir K. Grewal (2015). Assessment of bacterial degradation of lignocellulosic residues (sawdust) in a tropical estuarine microcosm using improvised floating raft equipment. International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation 104:186-193. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ibiod.2015.06.010 (Published by Elsevier).
8. Olanike Maria Buraimoh, Olukayode Oladipo Amund and Matthew Olusoji Ilori (2015). Kraft lignin degradation by autochthonous Streptomyces strains isolated from a tropical lagoon ecosystem. Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food Sciences 5(3): 248-253 https://doi.org/10.15414/jmbfs.2015/16.5.3.248-253 (Published by Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Sciences, Slovak University of Agriculture ).
9. Buraimoh, O. M., Ilori, M. O. and Amund, O. O. (2015). Characterization of lignocellulolytic bacterial strains associated with decomposing wood residues in the Lagos lagoon. Malayisan Journal of Microbiology 11(3): 273-283. https://doi.org/10.21161/mjm.68814 (Published by Malaysian Society of Microbiology). ISSN (print): 1823-8262, ISSN (online): 2231-7538.
10. Ogunyemi, A.K., Buraimoh, O. M, Ogundele, M. T., Adigun, J. A., Olumuyiwa, E. O., Amund, O.O , okpuzor, J, Odetunde, S. K , Ehinmore. I. O., and Avungbeto, M. O. (2015). Potentials of microorganisms associated with plantain peels in the Lagos metropolis for biodegradation and bioconversion. Ife Journal of Science 17 (3): 657 – 666 (Published by University of Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.
11. A.K. Ogunyemi, O.M. Buraimoh, N.O. Onuorah, S.M.C. Ezeugwu, S.K. Odetunde and E.O.Olumuyiwa (2015). Bacteria associated with contamination of ready-to-eat (RTE) cooked rice in Lagos-Nigeria. International Journal of Biology and Chemical Science 9(5):2324-2333. https://doi.org/10.4314/ijbcs.v9i5.6 Published by International Formulae Group (IFG).
12. L.O. Egwari, M.O. Buraimoh and N.N. Nwokoye.(2011).Evaluation of two anaerobic systems for the isolation of anaerobes. Microbiology Research 2 (e24): 88-90. https://doi.org/10.4081/mr.2011.e24 Published by PagePress.
Current profession
Current professional activities type:ResearchLignin-related compounds are recalcitrant and contribute to environmental hazards most especially in the developing nations like Nigeria. Globally, there is a shift towards environmental – friendly and sustainable biotechnological and industrial processes, including renewable energy potentials, which could be harnessed through the bioconversion of lignocellulose wastes. The use of excessive high temperature during burning and most chemical methods for the pre-treatment of lignocellulose wastes ultimately lead to environmental degradation with implications on human health. Hence, my research has focused on the use of biological treatment methods in the pre-treatment of lignin and its related aromatic compounds as well as bioconversion of lignocellulose wastes. This appear to be a better choice because of its environmental friendliness; with the ultimate goal to maintain a cleaner environment and also keep the cost of industrial raw materials low; thereby bridging the gap between the “town and gown” .
Workshop and Conference Attended
2016, July 4th -7th The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, UK Society for Applied Microbiology (SFAM) Summer Conference2016, June 16-20, The Boston convention and exhibition center, Boston, MA, USA American Society for Microbiology. (ASM microbe, 2016)2017, 24th-25th, October Univerity of Lagos Guest Houses and Conference Centre, Akoka Campus, Lagos, Nigeria Society for Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Mitigation (SETPOM) International Conference2015, 1st-5th September Multipurpose Hall, University of Lagos, Nigeria 38th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of Nigerian Society for Microbiology.2014, 30th June – 3rd July The Grand Hotel, Brighton, UK. Society for Applied Microbiology (SFAM) Summer Conference.2013, 1st – 4th of July, Cardiff, U.K. Society for Applied Microbiology (SFAM) summer conference2011, July Dublin, Ireland Society for Applied Microbiology (SFAM) summer conference.15th-26th November, 2010 University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos, Nigeria International Lecture on Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology11th-12th November, 2010. NECA House Event Centre, Plot A2, Hakeem Balogun Street, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos. Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered). Sustainability Strategies in a Competitive World: Challenges for the Professional Woman.3rd-4th, May, 2011 Lagos Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria Institute of Public Analyst of Nigeria. Research, Development and Regulation of Medicinal Plant Products- A potential Non- Oil Resource for NigeriaApril 13th – April 15th, 2016. ) Afebabalola Hall / Multimedia Centre of Excellence Auditorium. University of Lagos, Nigeria. Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (German Academic Exchange Service). Women Advancement Forum International Exchanges, Research and Academia (WAFIRA)11th – 15th, October, 2016 Multimedia Centre of Excellence Auditorium. University of Lagos, Nigeria Alexander Von Humboldt Kolleg- International Conference (2016). Multidisciplinary Forum on Molecular Technology: Laying the Foundation for Revolutionized Research in Nigeria.12th-14th July, 2017 La Plata, Argentina International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) Advances in the Development of Bio-energies; the use of Microorganisms to Transform Lignocellulosic MaterialsApril 15th 2019 Obasanjo Space Centre, Pyakasa junction, Airport road, Abuja Atlantic International Research (AIR) Centre, National Space Research and Development Agency (NASDRA) inaugural workshopApril 28-30 2019. Eko Hotels & Suits, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria Atlantic Interactions: 5th High Level Industry, Science and Government DialogueAffiliations
Institute of Public Analysts of NigeriaSociety for Applied MicrobiologyInstitute of Policy Management DevelopmentNigerian Association of University Women (NAUW) Affiliate of Graduate Women International (GWI).Nigeria Society for Microbiology (NSM).Presentation given
14th July, 2017Bioconversion of Lignocellulose wastes to products of Industrial Importance by Tropical Estuarine BacteriaLa Plata, Argentina,Event: “Advances in the Development of Bio-energies; the use of Microorganisms to Transform Lignocellulosic Materials”International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB)06th – 10th NOVEMBER 2017Training on Teachers Enhanced Skills on the Construction and use of Improvised Materials for Teaching (Biology)Faculty of Science, University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos, NigeriaEvent: Home Edutainment Network ( HEN) International limited in conjunction with Science Ambassadors Foundation (SAF): Training on Teachers Enhanced Skills on the construction and use of Improvised Materials for Practical Science Subject Teaching2016Utilization of sugarcane bagasse and the generation of bioethanol by Streptomyces coelicolor strain COB KF977550 and Streptomyces albus strain DOB KF977551The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, UKEvent: Society for Applied Microbiology (SFAM) summer conference2016Utilization of Lignocellulosic Waste (Plantain Peel) and Subsequent Generation of Organic Acids of Industrial Importance by Streptomyces albus Strain DOB KF977551.Boston convention and exhibition center, Boston, MA, USAEvent: American Society for Microbiology General Meeting. (ASM microbe, 2016)2015Microbiology for Analysts- Validation of Analytical Methods in MicrobiologyBovina view hotel, Ilorin, Kwara state, Nigeria. 21st- 22nd April, 2015Event: Institute of Public Analyst of Nigeria (IPAN), 21st Mandatory Workshop: Your laboratory, Your business2013Degradation of sawdust and lignin-related phenolic compounds by actinomycetesCardiff, U.K.Event: Society for Applied Microbiology (SFAM) summer conference conference proceeding. pg. 24 -
Other Awards
Aug 20151. Research Grant Award- Central Research Committee, University of Lagos Research: Research grant award; Preliminary Research on Bioethanol Production from Lignocellulose WastesMay 2017International Training grant awardInternational Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) International training grant on: Advances in the Development of Bio-energies; the use of Microorganisms to Transform Lignocellulosic Materials, La Plata, Argentina, 12th to 14th July, 2017Jul 2013FundingFunding- President Fund (SFAM), to attend the Summer Conference, Society For Applied Microbiology (SFAM), U.K. (2013)Nov 2017Award of Excellence (Outstanding facilitator)Award of Excellence as an Outstanding facilitator by Hen International Limited in conjunction with University of Lagos and Science Ambassadors Foundation: Training of teachers on enhanced skills on the construction and use of improvised materials for practical science subject (Biology) teaching. University of Lagos, 6th-10th November, 2017.Feb 2017Award of FellowshipAward of Fellowship Institute of Policy Management Development (IPMD) for outstanding contributions to Educational sector and Academic Excellence, (February, 2017)Mar 2015Learned conference grantGrant - University of Lagos Learned Conference Grant to attend International Conference; American Society for Microbiology (ASM, 2016), Boston Massachussetts, USADec 2014Award of ExcellenceQuality Control Award of Excellence by National Association of Microbiology students (NAMS), University of Lagos Chapter (2014)Jul 2010GrantGrant- Studentship Conference Grant, Society for Applied Microbiology, U.K (2010)Mar 2013GrantGrant- Doctoral Assistance Grant, University of Lagos (2013)Jun 2015GrantUniversity of Lagos learned Conference GrantJul 2018Visit Grant AwardTWAS-DFG Cooperation visit grant awardAug 2018Research GrantTertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) Research GrantAug 2018Award of excellenceFaculty Best Researcher’s Award
