Joy Iyojo Itodo

• Passionate research scientist. Experienced in andrology and semen analysis. Exceptional expertise in semen characterisation, artificial insemination, sperm DNA fragmentation index and super ovulation and synchronization protocols.
• Experience in application Assisted Reproductive Biotechnology (ARTs) in farm animals, driving optimal standards of quality and efficiency, focused leadership, operational management skills in Bull stud management.
• Proficient in semen collection, evaluation, production, packaging and storage, laboratory management and analytical skills. Highly organized, collaborative team-scientist with project management skills to keep projects on time and on budget to completion.
• Skilled in translating complex scientific concepts into easily understood terms. Work well independently, as well as part of a team. Excellent communication skills. Deadline oriented

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Aluwong T, Allam L, Jolayemi OK, Kyari S, Abah KO, Ibrahim S, Yusuf AT, Makama MM, Dogara MU, Mundi HL and Abdullahi HR (2022) Azanza garckeana ameliorates Bisphenol A-induced reproductive toxicities in rabbit bucks. Theriogenology. ISSN 0093-691X, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.2022.08.023.

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Aluwong T, Allam L. and Ayo JO (2022). Effects of Different Extracts of Azanza garckeana fruit pulp on Haematological and Biochemical Parameters of New Zealand White (NZW) Rabbit bucks. Comparative Clinical Pathology, 1-11. 10.1007/s00580-022-03344-2.

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Aluwong T, Allam L, Ayo JO and Ibrahim S (2022). Comparative Evaluation of Solvent Extracts of Azanza garckeana Fruit Pulp on Hormonal Profiles, Spermiogram and Antioxidant Activities in Rabbit bucks. In Production, World Rabbit Science (December Edition).

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Aluwong T, Allam L, Ayo JO, Ogbuagu NE and Adewuyi BA (2022). Comparative Effects of Azanza garckeana Fruit Pulp and Melatonin on Chronic Bisphenol A- evoked Oxidative Stress Biomarkers and Semen Parameters Changes in Rabbit Bucks. Accepted for publication, Journal of Infertility and Reproductive Biology.

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Ate IU, Aluwong T, Rwuaan JS, Abah KO, Babashani M, Ubah SA, Dajuma FA, Opaluwa-Kuzayed, GI and Kuje AA (2020). The Effects of Feeding Graded levels of Whole Cottonseed on Weekly Weights, Scrotal Circumference, Testicular and Epididymal Sperm Reserves of Red Sokoto Bucks. Savannah Veterinary Journal 3(1): 44-51.

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Ate IU, Aluwong T, Rwuaan JS, Abah KO, Babashani M, Ubah SA, Bugau S.J and Kuje AA (2020). Effects of feeding graded levels of Whole Cottonseed on Haemato - biochemical Parameters of Red Sokoto Bucks. Sokoto Journal of Veterinary Sciences, 18 (2): 67-74.

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Aluwong T, Rwuaan JS, Bugau S.J and Abah KO. The Effects of Feeding Graded levels of Whole Cottonseed on Semen Characteristics and Testicular Profiles of Red Sokoto Bucks. Acta Scientarium - Animal Sciences. 10(43): 4025-4032.

· Itodo JI, Agnes Ifeoma Nwannenna, John Shiradayi Bugau, Abah KO, Dajuma FA, Opaluwa-Kuzayed, GI, Babashani M, Ubah SA and Kuje AA (2020). Determination of the Ovulation Time in The Laboratory Rats (Rattus Norvegicus). Journal of Infertility and Reproductive Biology 8(4): 68-72.

· Bukola OA, Sadiq MS, Shettima I, Itodo JI, Hammed MA, Yusuf SJ, Bello SH and David IE (2022). Heamatological and Serum Biochemical Indices of Red Sokoto Goats Fed Different Forms of Neem Leaves and a Concentrate Diet. Scholars Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences. 9(8): 105-110.

· Bugau JS, Lanko S, Ogwu D, Rekwot PI, Shinkut M and Itodo JI (2022). Effects of Cellgevity ® on the milt quality of catfish, Clarias gariepinus extended in sodium citrate during chilled storage. Sokoto Journal of Veterinary Sciences. 20. 106-113. 10.4314/sokjvs.v20i5.12.

· Obeta SS, Ubah SA, Ejiofor CE, Agbonu AA, Columbus PK, Abah KO, Ikpe AB, Bankole AS, Ezinwo PA, Itodo JI, Akefe OI, Uba CA and Malaifia S. (2022). The clinical effect of experimental infection with Trypanosoma congolense on Dutch belted rabbits. Parasitology Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00436-022-07702-5.

· Abah KO, Itodo JI, Ubah A and Shettima I. (2019). Reproductive performance of pigs raised by intensive management system in Abuja, Nigeria, intensive management system in Abuja, Nigeria, Veterinary world,12 (2): 305-308.

· Opaluwa-Kuzayed.IG, Voh AA, Allam L, Iyeghe-Erakpotobor G, Itodo JI and Echekwu WO (2021). Global Productivity of Rabbit Does (Orytolagus Cuniculus) Following Oestrus Synchronization, Natural Service and Artificial Insemination. Journal of Infertility and Reproductive Biology 9(1): 48-51.

· Opaluwa-Kuzayed.IG, Voh AA, Allam L, Iyeghe-Erakpotobor G, Itodo JI and Echekwu WO (2021). Influence of Mating Time on some Serum Biochemical and Endocrine Parameters of Rabbit Does (Orytolagus Cuniculus) Following Oestrus Synchronization. Journal of Infertility and Reproductive Biology 9(1): 44-47.

· Abah KO, Ogwu D, Allam L, Obudu CE, Itodo JI, Nuhu SA and Abalalaka SE (2021). Genital lesions in cows naturally infected with trypanosomes in Abuja, Nigeria. Veterinary world,12 (2): 305-308.

· Bugau JS, Lanko SZ, Shinkut M, Itodo JI, Oke BE and Dung EC (2022). Influence of Cellgevity® on milt quality of catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell,1822) extended in sodium citrate during chilled storage. Sokoto Journal of Veterinary Sciences, 22 (2): 77-80.

Oral Presentations

· Itodo JI, Rekwot PI, Aluwong T, Allam L, Bugau JS, Ojeamiren MT, Umar MD, Mundi LH, Abdullahi HR. and Yusuf AT (2022). Comparative roles of Azanza garckeana (goron tula) and melatonin in ameliorating chronic exposure to bisphenol A on testicular morphometry and sperm reserves in New Zealand bucks. Securing Animal Agriculture amidst Global Challenges. Proceedings of the 47th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Animal Production (NSAP), University of Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, 18-21 March, 2022.

· Bugau JS, Lanko SZ, Shinkut M, Itodo JI, Oke BE and Dung EC (2022). Influence of Cellgevity® on milt quality of catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell,1822) extended in lactated ringers solution during chilled storage. Securing Animal Agriculture amidst Global Challenges. Proceedings of the 47th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Society for Animal Production (NSAP), University of Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, 18-21 March, 2022.

Poster Presentation

· Dogara MU, Yakubu A, Makama MM, Itodo JI, Mundi HL, Abdullahi HR. and Yusuf ZA (2021) Impact of COVID-19 on global livestock production – A review.

· Best graduating student in O' Level Agriculture and Chemistry (SSCE May/June 1999), FGGC, Gboko, Benue State.

· Best one (1) Veterinary Clinical Conference Presentations Award (Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, 2007/2008 academic session).

· Distinction- Master of Science (MSc.) in Theriogenology, 2014/2015 academic session.

· Peer-reviewed articles for Journal of Agriculture.

· Member, Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA)

· Member, National Society for Animal Production (NSAP)

· Member, Society for animal reproduction and improvement (SARI)

· Member, Christian Veterinarians Nigeria (CVN)