Fru-Awah Akumawah
Bamenda,NW
Summary
Self-motivated and brilliant candidate well-versed with basic research skills. Has a sound understanding of research gaps in health with aspirations in bridging these gaps. Through drug discovery from natural products to fight Antimicrobial Resistance and neglected tropical diseases. Is a leader and is always motivated to learn, grow and work with people to achieve a common goal.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Relations Officer
International Pharmaceutical Students' Federation
2023.10 - Current
- Improved overall department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new policies.
- Enhanced communication between team members and external partners by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to meet organizational goals, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Trained staff members on monitoring and evaluation tools, strengthening their capacity to track progress and measure outcomes
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Faculty Of Medicine And Pharmaceutical Sciences
2021.05 - 2023.07
- Member of Natural Products from microbes research unit
- Assisting Practical Laboratory tutorials with bachelor's degree candidates
- Capacity building on use of several laboratory equipment
- Collaborated with 9 academic colleagues on areas of shared research interest such as natural products from endophytes and nanoparticles
Lecturer
STEM University
2022.02 - 2022.07
- Promoted collaboration and teamwork among students through group projects and presentations
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments.
Education
State Doctorate in Pharmacy - Industrial Pharmacy And Research Pre-option
Faculty of Medicine And Pharmaceutical Sciences
Douala, Cameroon08.2023
GCE Advanced Level - Sciences
Our Lady of Lourdes Secondary School
Bamenda, Cameroon06.2016
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Scientific Writing
- Laboratory Techniques
- Software Proficiency
- Academic Networking
- Team Collaboration
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Adaptability
Research projects
PUBLICATIONS
Antibacterial potential of extracts from endophytes inhabiting Ageratum conyzoides L. (Asteraceae) - In Press
Inhibitory effect of Newbouldia laevis and Stereospermum acuminatissimum on multi-resistant Bacteria isolates- In Press
Unveiling the anti-plasmodium potential of endophytic bacteria, endosymbionts of Solanum torvum.- In Press
POSTER PRESENTATIONS
Antibacterial potential of extracts from endophytes inhabiting Ageratum conyzoides L. (Asteraceae) ; July 2023 at African Pharmaceutical Symposium, Accra Ghana
Endophyte optimisation culture condition for hits/leads production; April 2023 at Symposium Malaria, eLife, University of Douala,Cameroon
Languages
English
Native language
French
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Regional Relations Officer
International Pharmaceutical Students' Federation
2023.10 - Current
Lecturer
STEM University
2022.02 - 2022.07
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Faculty Of Medicine And Pharmaceutical Sciences
2021.05 - 2023.07
State Doctorate in Pharmacy - Industrial Pharmacy And Research Pre-option
Faculty of Medicine And Pharmaceutical Sciences
GCE Advanced Level - Sciences
Our Lady of Lourdes Secondary School
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