Person-Centered HIV Research Team (PeCHIVReT)

  1. Name of Research Group
  • Person-Centered HIV Research Team (PeCHIVReT)
  1. Main research focus and other areas of research interest of the RG
  • HIV, Infectious diseases, Health Outcomes, Sexual/ Reproductive Health
  • Title of most recent research project
  • Uptake and willingness to pay for pre-exposure prophylaxis among vulnerable and at-risk people in Nigeria
  1. A maximum of seven (7) other current or completed research projects
  • Benefit-risk of Doxy-PEP routine use in poorly-regulated settings
  • Mental health status of ART-experienced persons living with HIV
  • Community pharmacists and involvement in PreP roll-out
  • Economic outcomes of HIV prophylaxis measures in Nigeria
  • Outcomes of managing persons living with HIV and chronic co-morbid conditions
  • Evidence synthesis on HIV management outcomes
  • Stigmatizing and discriminatory practices of the general public about HIV and persons living with HIV
  1. Name of the Coordinator
  • AbdulMuminu Isah, BPharm, MPharm, PharmD, PhD, FPCPharm (Infect. Dis.)

UNN email address of the RG: pechivret@unn.edu.ng

UNN email address of the coordinator: isah@unn.edu.ng

  • Current webpage of the RG
  1. Phone number of the RG
  • +2348036267850
  1. Phone number of the coordinator:
  • +2348059993533
  1. Base Faculty/Institute/Center of the RG
  • Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences/Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Management Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
  • Department of the Coordinator
  • Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Management Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
  • Headshot of the coordinator (not mandatory)
  • List and brief profiles of members (one paragraph per member) with their UNN website url to their detailed CVs (hyperlinks are OK)

Dr. AbdulMuminu Isah is a Clinical Pharmacist, researcher, and lecturer with over ten years’ experience in HIV response in different practice settings (hospital and academia), mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students. Having acquired BPharm, MPharm, PharmD, and PhD, he has conducted research in person-centred HIV health economics and outcomes research area among adults, pregnant and nursing mothers living with HIV. He has coauthored over sixty original research articles in reputable journals indexed in SCOPUS, SNIP, and Clavirate/WoS; fourteen of the articles are specifically on HIV. He has presented his findings in local and international conferences, including at International AIDS Society/AIDS Conferences of 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2024.

He currently serves as a review editor for the Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care. He has been a member of the International AIDS Society since 2020. He is the Principal Investigator at Person-centered HIV Research Team (PeCHIVReT).

Gabriel Ezenri is a Pharmacist, Global health researcher and Tech Entrepreneur. With an unwavering commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, Gabriel has dedicated himself to making a positive impact in the fields of pharmacy and global health.

Through his research endeavors, Gabriel strives to advance healthcare practices, particularly in underserved communities, by implementing evidence-based interventions. With a vision of a world where everyone has equitable access to quality healthcare and the burden of HIV/AIDS is eliminated, Gabriel remains steadfast in his pursuit of meaningful change and a brighter future for all. He is the Co-principal Investigator at the Person-centered HIV Research Team (PeCHIVReT).

Chukwuemeka Nwachuya, a dedicated pharmacist, is fervently driving advancements in healthcare through his research endeavors, with a particular focus on HIV and cancer. His academic journey, distinguished by excellence, has garnered him recognition as a United Nations Academic Impact Millennium Fellow and led to his role as the Research Coordinator of the Person Centred HIV Research Team (PeCHIVReT).

Specializing in HIV and cancer research, Chukwuemeka’s pursuit aims to unveil innovative solutions for cancer treatment while offering crucial support to individuals living with HIV. His approach is grounded in analytical prowess and scientific rigor, underscored by a collaborative spirit that thrives on diverse perspectives and a passion for simplifying complex scientific concepts.

Jennifer Chinaecherem Onyehalu, graduated with B.Pharm  degree from the University of Nigeria Nsukka in 2023. She serves as the Assistant Research Coordinator at the Person-Centered HIV Research Team (PeCHIVReT). She is a dedicated advocate and catalyst for change. She is on a mission to drive impactful transformation in the realm of HIV awareness and prevention. Raised with a profound sense of social responsibility and a passion for community empowerment, she has emerged as a beacon of hope in the response to HIV/AIDS.

With a background in public health and community development, Jennifer has channeled her knowledge and skills towards pioneering initiatives aimed at tackling the pressing issue of HIV/AIDS, diabetes and inspiring others to join her in creating a brighter, healthier future for all.

Idabor Charles Chukwuma stands as a beacon of commitment in the field of HIV, having recently graduated with a pharmacy degree from the esteemed University of Nigeria Nsukka. His journey into the intricate world of HIV unfolded under the discerning guidance of the renowned Dr. A. Isah of the Department of Clinical pharmacy and Pharmacy management, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Idabor’s academic prowess, coupled with a deep-rooted passion for healthcare, has paved the way for a distinctive understanding of the virus and its complexities.

Delving into the heart of HIV therapeutics, Idabor has meticulously navigated the landscape of antiretroviral treatments, deciphering their mechanisms and intricacies. His hands-on experience, supervised by Dr. Isah, extends beyond the confines of textbooks. encompassing the dynamic interplay of medical science and compassionate patient care.

 

  1. Members Google Scholar Citation links

AbdulMuminu Isah

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Abdulmuminu-Isah

Ugochukwu Ezinwanne

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ugochukwu-Ezinwanne

Gabriel Ezenri

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Gabriel-Ezenri

Chukwuemeka Nwachuya

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Chukwuemeka-Nwachuya

Jennifer Onyehalu

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jennifer-Onyehalu

Charles Idabor

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Charles-Idabor

  • 10 key publications of the RG from 2019 till date
  • Isah, A., Igboeli, N. U., Adibe, M. O., Ukwe, C. V., Anosike, C., Amorha, K. C., & Umar, L. W. (2024). Cost-effectiveness of antiretroviral regimens used in post-exposure prophylaxis program at United States’ PEPFAR-APIN clinics in a developing country: a retrospective pharmaco-economic analysis. HIV & AIDS Review. International Journal of HIV-Related Problems, 23(1), 15–20.
  • Nwachuya, C. A., Umeh, A. U., Ogwurumba, J. C., Chinedu-eze, I. N., Azubuike, C. C., & Isah, A. (2023). Effectiveness of Telepharmacy in Rural Communities in Africa : A Scoping Review. Journal of Pharmacy Technology, 1–6. https://doi.org/10.1177/87551225231190567
  • Isah, A., Nwachuya, C. A., Aniefuna, C. V., Onyehalu, J. C., Mmuo, S. S., Agozue, O. C., Ugwu, D. O., Amandi, N. C., Asogwa, J. C., Umeh, A. U., Ugochukwu, E. J., & Ubaka, C. M. (2023). Grit and its associated factors among final year pharmacy students in public universities in Nigeria: A cross-sectional study. Pharmacy Education, 23(1), Article 1. https://doi.org/10.46542/pe.2023.231.693706
  • Abdulmuminu Isah, B.I. Okeke, O.S. Ejiofor, I.M. Onyia, I.C. Ufele, N.S. Eze, I.P. Chiazor, S.C. Ugwu, G.C. Ezenri, N.A. Okibe, M.O. Adibe, P.O. Udeogaranya (2023, July). Mixed-methods assessment of health outcomes of differentiated service delivery among adults living with HIV in a semi-urban Nigerian community: clients and clinicians’ perspectives. 25th International AIDS Society (IAS) Conference on HIV Science
  • Isah, A., Ugochukwu, E., Amoke, C., Nwachuya, C., Aluh, D., Ezenri, G., Onyehalu, J., Idabor, C., Okafor, U., & Ukwe, C. (2024, May). Ten years on antiretroviral therapy: A cross-sectional assessment of depression prevalence and coping strategies among treatment-experienced persons living with HIV in a Nigerian teaching hospital [Oral Poster Presentation]. INTEREST Conference, Cotonou.
  • Abba, A., Isah, A., Nwachuya, C., & Adibe, M. O. (2024, May). A cross-sectional evaluation of depression, coping strategies, and adherence to antiretroviral therapy as determinants of quality of life among persons living with HIV in northwestern Nigeria [Oral Poster Presentation]. INTEREST Conference 2024, Cotonou.
  • Ezenri, G., Onwuali, U. V., Okibe, N. A., Onyehalu, J., Idabor, C., Nwachuya, C., & Isah, A. (2024, May). Awareness, knowledge, and willingness to recommend Doxy-PEP as a preferred post-exposure prophylaxis strategy by community pharmacists in Abuja, Nigeria: A cross-sectional study [Oral Poster Presentation]. INTEREST 2024 Conference, Cotonou.
  • Ngige, P., & Isah, A. (2024, May). Dapivirine vaginal ring versus long-acting cabotegravir: A comparative cross- sectional assessment of their acceptability and willingness to pay among young women of reproductive ages in a Southeastern Nigerian rural community [Book of Abstract]. INTEREST Conference, Cotonuo.
  • Nwachuya, C., Isah, A., Ezenri, G., Okafor, U., Onyehalu, J., Chukwudi, C., Ugochukwu, E., Okafor, V., Idabor, C., Pepala, K., & Ukwe, C. (2024, May). Living with HIV and breast cancer co-morbidity: A systematic review of the efficacy and safety of chemotherapeutic approaches among women in low- and middle-income countries [Oral Poster Presentation]. INTEREST 2024 CONFERENCE, Cotonou.
  • Onyehalu, J., Isah, A., Nwachuya, C., Ezenri, G., Ugochukwu, E., Idabor, C., Umeh, A. U., Nnam, M., & Ugwuja, A. (2024, May). Community pharmacist: A cross-sectional comparative assessment of their knowledge, acceptability and willingness to pay for long-acting cabotegravir, dapivirine vagina ring, and oral PrEP in Enugu state, Nigeria [Book of Abstract]. INTEREST Conference, Cotonuo.
  • List of patents/exhibitions/shows/productions, etc from 2019 till date
  • Organization of Global Village Event.

Title: Doxy-PEP in poorly-regulated settings: the standpoints

Chair/Moderator: Jennifer Cocohoba, PharmD, MAS, AAHIVP

Professor & Interim Chair, Department of Clinical Pharmacy

University of California San Francisco School of Pharmacy

Pharmacist, University of California San Francisco Women’s HIV Program

Main Speaker: Professor Chukwuemeka Ubaka,

Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Management, University of Nigeria

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