Mrs Mmenyene Raphael
About me
Mmenyene Paul Raphael (formerly Mmenyene Augustine Umoren) is a Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Sciences at Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, specializing in General and Organic Chemistry instruction, curriculum development, and student mentorship.
Education & Professional Credentials
• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry: Currently in progress at Akwa Ibom State University, focusing on the pharmacological evaluation of indigenous medicinal plants.
• B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry: Completed at the University of Port Harcourt (2012), with research centered on metal corrosion protection.
• Professional Affiliations: Member of the American Chemical Society (ACS), Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), and Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN).
Key Achievements & Experience
• Published Research: Co-authored peer-reviewed papers (2023–2024) on nanoparticle synthesis, plant-extract pharmacology, and statistical water analysis.
• Operational Leadership: Served nine years as General Manager at Efehspring Resources Limited, directing corporate accounting, auditing, and financial verification.
• Technical Expertise: Proficient in NMR spectroscopy, electrophoresis, microscopy, and data analysis.
Professional Profile & Background
Mmenyene Paul Raphael (formerly Mmenyene Augustine Umoren) is a dedicated chemist who is highly passionate about fostering scientific curiosity and continuously seeking innovative teaching methodologies to enhance learning outcomes. Built upon a strong foundation in chemical principles and laboratory practices, she actively contributes to departmental research initiatives alongside instructional roles. Mmenyene's native language is Annang/Ibibio, and she possess complete fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Academic Foundations
Mmenyene’s educational background spans rigorous chemistry training, professional development, and project management:
• Master of Science in Organic Chemistry (2024–Present): Currently in progress at Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden, Nigeria; with a thesis focus on the Chemical Composition and Evaluation of in-vitro Pharmacological Activities of Four Selected Medicinal Plants Indigenous to Southern Nigeria.
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry (2005–2012): Awarded by the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Professional Experience
• Lecturer III | Department of Chemical Sciences, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Nigeria (2022–Present): Responsible for delivering comprehensive lectures in General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Duties include contributing to the planning and development of teaching programs, driving curriculum changes, and mentoring students to support their academic and professional growth. Additionally, Mmenyene has developed active links with external contacts, such as Beyond Benign, through the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC) to foster a transformation that can help solve the world’s most pressing global sustainability challenges.
• General Manager | Efehspring Resources Limited, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria (2013–2022): Managed essential financial and administrative operations, which included verifying the company’s account statements, auditing accounts periodically, and preparing vouchers for salary payments.
• Supervisor 1 | Earthwell Petro-Allied Limited, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria (2012–2013): Fulfilled during a compulsory one-year national service for fresh graduates in Nigeria. Responsibilities included monitoring employee performance, providing operational support, ensuring the station remained safe and compliant with all relevant regulations, and resolving customer complaints.
• Undergraduate Intern | Anchor Maric Nigeria Limited, Port Harcourt, Nigeria (2011): Formally trained within the Repairs and Maintenance Department. Hands-on duties included preparing and assembling specialized tools for repairs, operating equipment in strict alignment with good manufacturing practices (GMP) and standard operating procedures (SOP), assisting supervisors in testing, determining, and excavating processes, and ensuring site cleanup.
Scientific Research & Publications
Mmenyene has achieved significant milestones in scientific research, contributing to several peer-reviewed co-authored papers:
• ”Hura crepitans L. Seed Oil-Based Medium Oil Alkyd Resin/Calcined Clay Reinforced Bio-Composites: Synthesis, Characterization and Molecular Weight Determination” (2026) published in Green and Sustainable Chemistry.
• “Antisickling Potential of Polar and Non-Polar Stem Bark Extracts of Dacryodes edulis: Phytochemical and Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Characterisation” (2026) published in AKSU Journal of Applied Biology and Environmental Sciences.
• "Synthesis and characterization of Silicon Oxide Nanoparticles using Plantain Peel as a Precursor" (2024), published in Communication in Physical Sciences.
• "Antilipidemic Effects of Aqueous Extracts of Vernonia amygdalina on Albino Rat" (2024), published in the ASUPFPE Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation.
• "Water Variables Analysis Using a Concept of Principal Component Statistics in Etim Ekpo River, Niger Delta Zone, Nigeria" (2023), published in the European Journal of Applied Sciences.
Skills & Professional Affiliations
Technical & Instrumental Skills
• Software & Analysis: Microsoft Office and data analysis.
• Laboratory & Spectroscopy: Electrophoresis, microscopy, and NMR spectroscopy.
Membership in Professional Bodies
• American Chemical Society (ACS)
• Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
• Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN)
Other Memberships/Affiliations
Degrees:
Akpan, I.O., Oladejobi, F.F., Isaac, I.O., Sandy, I.Y., Achugasim, O., Raphael, M.P., and Ogali, R.E. (2026). Antisickling Potential of Polar and Non-Polar Stem Bark Extracts of Dacryodes edulis: Phytochemical and Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Characterisation. AKSU Journal of Applied Biology and Environmental Sciences, Vol. 2(1), 43-56.
Essien, N.B., Daniel, C.O., and Raphael, M. P. (2024). Synthesis and characterisation of Silicon Oxide Nanoparticles using Plantain Peel as a Precursor. Communication in Physical Sciences,11(1): 28-38.
Asuquo, A.E., Adams, E.G., Ubom, A.G., Archibong, I.B., and Raphael, M.P. (2024). Antilipidemic Effects of Aqueous Extracts of Vernonia amygdalina on Albino Rat. ASUPFPE Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation, (2): 1-4.
Akpan, I.I., Jonah, U.E., Ite, A.E., Ukekpe, U.S., and Raphael, M.P. (2023). Water Variables Analysis Using a Concept of Principal Component Statistics in Etim Ekpo River, Niger Delta Zone, Nigeria. European Journal of Applied Sciences, 11(3): 102 – 109.