Abigail Abena Anokyewaa Appau
Kumasi
Summary
A self-driven, knowledgeable and dedicated PhD student of microbiology with interest and skills in research particularly in ESBL production in Enterobacteriaceae.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Lecturer
Valley View University, Kumasi Campus
09.2023 - Current
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Microbiology
Nutrition and Dietetics
Nursing Research Methods
Health Promotion and Environmental Health
Graduate Assistant
Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology (TAB), KNUST
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with faculty members on research projects, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
- Supervised and mentored undergraduate assistants, aiding research project success.
- Mentored students with personalized guidance on academic progress, career goals, and professional development opportunities.
Assistant Technical Officer
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research – Crops Research Institute, Fumesua, Kumasi, Ghana
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted in preparing crop samples for sensory evaluation and varietal release
- Assisted in food product development (baked beans and plantain flour)
- Inventory on post-harvest lab chemicals
Project Coordinator (volunteer Work)
Aid Without Borders – UDS Navorongo caucus
10.2015 - 02.2018
- Educated and counseled students on Hepatitis B virus. Organized Hepatitis B screening and vaccinated people against Hepatitis B virus
- Arranged travel and accommodation for team members and project partners.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout process.
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.
Intern Medical Laboratory Work
Seventh Day Adventist Hospital – Kwadaso, Kumasi, Ghana
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Blood, urine and stool sample analysis
- Health screenings programs
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Microbiology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana11.2025
Master of Philosophy - Microbiology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi11.2021
Bachelor of Science in Applied Biology -
University For Development Studies
Navorongo07.2018
Skills
IT Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Virtual meeting platforms
Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills
Data analysis: R studio (Intermediate level), Microsoft Excel (Advanced level)
Laboratory Skills: DNA extraction, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Streaking techniques, Light microscopy
Assessment Design
Lesson Planning
Project Supervision
Presentations
Classroom Management
Mentoring students
Conferences And Trainings
- Oral Presentation, 04/2020, 5th World Congress on Public Health and Health Care Management, Calgary, Canada, Health care choices of immigration in Calgary, Canada.
- Poster Presentation, 04/2023, Annual Conference Microbiology Society, International Convention Centre, Birmingham, United Kingdom, Antibiotic resistance profile of E. coli isolates from Lettuce, poultry manure, irrigation water and soil in Kumasi, Ghana
- Poster Presentation, 06/2022, 11th GSA Research Seminar, Antibiotic resistance profile of E. coli isolates from Lettuce, poultry manure, irrigation water and soil in Kumasi, Ghana
- Training Course, 02/2017 - 03/2017, Selected Experiments on TAQ polymerase expression and Purification, University for Development Studies, Navrongo, Ghana
Personal Information
Nationality: Ghanaian
Publications
Antibiotic Resistance Profile of E. coli Isolates from Lettuce, Poultry Manure, Irrigation Water, and Soil in Kumasi, Ghana, International Journal of Microbiology, 2024, 6681311, 10, 2024, https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/6681311
References
- Dr. Linda Aurelia Ofori, Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology: College of Science, KNUST, +233 244 220 064, laandoh.cos@knust.edu.gh
- Prof. Sarah Adjei-Fremah, Department of Biological Sciences: Winston-Sallem State University, +1 605 651 5221, adjeifremahs@wssu.edu
Extracurricular Activities
Zonal Secretary, Ghana National Association of Adventist Students (GNAAS) – April 2017 to March 2018. Clerk of Senate, Graduate Students Association of Ghana (GRASAG), KNUST – Feb 2022 to August 2022.
Hobbies and Interests
- Writing
- Singing
- Cooking
- Reading novels
- Table tennis
Affiliations
- American Society of Microbiology Microbiology Society, UK
- Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, WISTEM Ghana
Timeline
Assistant Lecturer
Valley View University, Kumasi Campus
09.2023 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology (TAB), KNUST
01.2021 - 09.2023
Assistant Technical Officer
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research – Crops Research Institute, Fumesua, Kumasi, Ghana
09.2018 - 08.2019
Project Coordinator (volunteer Work)
Aid Without Borders – UDS Navorongo caucus
10.2015 - 02.2018
Intern Medical Laboratory Work
Seventh Day Adventist Hospital – Kwadaso, Kumasi, Ghana
06.2015 - 08.2017
Doctor of Philosophy - Microbiology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Master of Philosophy - Microbiology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science in Applied Biology -
University For Development Studies
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