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Dr. Chinedu, Nkechi Blessing

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Dr. (Mrs.) Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, is a renowned Environmental/Analytical Chemist and teaches Industrial, Analytical and Environmental Chemistry Courses and more. As an accomplished academia, her research contributes to addressing environmental challenges in Nigeria and beyond. Her passion for research drives her to explore innovative solutions in Biofuels, Environmental Issues, Heavy metals and Nanoscience.

Publications

  1. E.N. Orhuebor, N.B. Chinedu, G.E. Isangadighi, C.J. Ofoegbu, U.B. Essien, and T.E. Damilola (2026) Machine Learning-Driven Predictive Modelling of Toxic Hydrocarbon Emissions and Public Health Risks in The Port Harcourt Refining Corridor: Integrating Data Governance, Ethical AI, and Intellectual Property Protection Frameworks, European Journal of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology, DOI: 10.59324/ejaset.2026.4(1).03, 4(1), 60-72

  2. Orhuebor, E.N., Chinedu, N.B., Isangadighi, G.E., Udeh, J.A., Uchenna, O.A., Isangadighi, G.E., & John, A.M (2026) Occupational Health Risk Mapping in the Niger Delta Oil and Gas Fields using Machine Learning and Environmental Exposure Indices, European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(1).02, 2(1), 54-71

  3. Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Gospel Effiong Isangadighi, Goodness Effiong Isangadighi, Jessica Gospel Isangadighi, and Oyerinde Oluwole Joshua (2026) Circular Bioenergy Production from Heavy-Metal-Contaminated Biomass: An Integrated Biorefinery Optimization Approach, International Journal of Chemistry and Chemical Processes, DOI: 10.56201/ijccp.vol.12.no1.2026.pg97.116, 12(1), 97-116

  4. Chinedu N.B., Isangadighi G.E., Isangadighi G.E., Jibril R., Ofoegbu C.J., Mathew P., Udeh J.A., Michael J.A., & Amba C.O (2026) Engineered Nano-Adsorbents for Concurrent Heavy Metal Detoxification and Feedstock Upgrading of Waste Cooking Oils in Delta State, Nigeria, Scientia. Technology, Science and Society, DOI: 10.59324/stss.2026.3(1).01, 3(1), 1-23

  5. Peace Osemudiamen Eromosele and Nkechi Blessing Chinedu (2026) Green library: Adopting nature-friendly practices in Nigerian library operations, Alexandria: The Journal of National and International Library and Information Issues, DOI: 10.1177/09557490251414714, 0(0), 1-13

  6. Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Gospel Effiong Isangadighi, Jessica Gospel Isangadighi, Goodness Effiong Isangadighi (2026) Assessment of Heavy-metal Partitioning and Speciation in Digestate from Municipal–agro Residue Co-digestion: Implications for Risk beyond Total Concentrations, World Journal of Innovation and Modern Technology, DOI: 10.56201/wjimt.v10.no1.2026.pg166.181, 10(1), 166-181

  7. Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Ernest Nwanwunweneonye Orhuebor, Mayen Godwin Ben, Oyerinde Oluwole Joshua, Adaugo Cynthia Nnanna, Devu Nancy Oghenebrume (2026) Comparative Modelling and Statistical Optimization of Bioethanol Production from Yam, Plantain, and Potato Peels using Fermentation Performance Indicators, World News of Natural Sciences, https://www.worldnewsnaturalsciences.com/, 65(0), 228-244

  8. Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Ernest Nwanwunweneonye Orhuebor, Gabriel Obahor, Ubong Bernard Essien, Nifemi Leon Iwalehin, Ekeipre Clement (2026) Fate and Transport Modelling of Petroleum Hydrocarbons in Aquatic and Soil Systems: Toxicological Profiling and Safety Implications for Human and Environmental Health, Open Access Research Journal of Science and Technology, https://doi.org/10.53022/oarjst.2026.16.2.0039, 16(02), 150-165

  9. Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Adedoyin Bankole, Goodness Effiong Isangadighi, Christopher Okokon Amba, Gospel Effiong Isangadighi, Ubong Bernard Essien, Precious Mathew, John Alabo Michael (2026) Kinetic and Thermodynamic Modeling of Heavy Metal Inhibition in Anaerobic Digestion Systems for Biogas Production, Journal of Biotechnology and Agricultural Research, https://doi.org/10.70382/ajbar.v11i1.026, 11(1), 46-67

  10. Chinedu, N. B., Isangadighi, G. E., Essien, U. B., Adedamola, S. B., Orabuego, A. U., & Momoh, P. O. (2026) Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Simulation of Airborne Toxic Pollutants and Associated Human Health Risks in Industrial Zones of Delta State, Nigeria, Journal of Air Pollution and Health, https://doi.org/10.18502/japh.v11i1.21271, 11(1), 77-94

  11. Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Ernest Nwanwunweneonye Orhuebor, Omuru Uyouyouoghene Hannah, Ubong Bernard Essien, Chigozirim Ezenwa Ndubuka, Ishado Stephen Ayeni, Ndor-Odok Prince Out, Ekanem Magdalene Emmanuel and Yaqub Rasheed (2026) Petrochemical Pollutants and Their Toxicological Fate in Sediment Water Systems: A Combined Analytical and Ecotoxicological Study of Oguta Lake and Njaba River, Imo State, Nigeria, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, https://doi.org/10.51244/IJRSI.2026.1303000242, 13(3), 2784-2797

  12. Chinedu, N. B., Nnanna, A. C., Okpoghono J., Oseni, A. O. and Pukoro, E. O. (2026) Determination of the Antioxidant Potential of Carbonated Soft Drinks, Journal of Science, Technology and Enviromental Studies, EISSN: 3141-4354. https://www.sdujostes.org, 2(1), 68-78

  13. Chinedu, N.B., Orhuebor, E.N., Nnanna, A.C., Uwague A., Effanga, B.O., Awero, A., Itu, P.O., & Bassey, B.O. (2026) Comparative Evaluation and Process Performance Analysis of Bioethanol Production from Carica Papaya and Citrullus Lanatus Peels, European Journal of Innovative Studies and Sustainability, https://doi.org/10.59324/ejiss.2026.2(2).12, 2(2), 182-199

  14. EA Onatuyeh, D Oghorodi, EA Okpako, E Ojei, G Osakwe, NB Chinedu, SK Okoh, VC Odu, PU Chinedu, W Nwankwo (2025) Cybersecurity and Business Survival in Nigeria: Building Customer's Trust, African Journal of Applied Research, 11(1), 786-813

  15. D Oghorodi, EJ Atajeromavwo, AE Okpako, G Ekruyota, NB Chinedu, S Ohwo, JI Opuh, GO Osakwe, W Nwankwo (2025) A Cutting-Edge Approach to Predictive Precision in Oncology Using a Geneto-Neuro-Fuzzy Hybrid Model, African Journal of Applied Research, 11(1), 766-785

  16. Kizito, A. E., Chinedu, N. B., Chinedu, P. U., Ikuenobe, K. E., Diala, L. C., and Adegher, P. (2025). (2025) An Enhanced Deep Learning Based Model for the Predictions and Diagnosis of Breast Cancer , Journal of Science Technology and Education , www.atbuftejoste.com.ng, 13(3), 411-422

  17. Ibe, F. C., Chukwu, F. O., Ibe, B. O., Ahmad, A. S., and Chinedu, N. B. (2025) Comparative Analysis of the impact of pH on Heavy metal in Groundwater within Owerri Municipal Area in Imo State, Nigeria., Journal of Chemical Science and Engineering, www.scitcentral.com, 5(1), 216-230

  18. Abeokuta, O. J, Ibe, K. A., Eguvbe, P. M., Okpoghono, J., Chinedu, N. B., Unoka, E. C. (2025) Geochemical Screening of Oil Spill Impacted Agricultural Soil in Okpari-Olomu Niger Delta, Nigeria., Technische Sicherheit, https://technikwissen.eu/ DOI:22.8342.TSJ, 25(9), 417-439

  19. Ernest N. Orhuebor, John Aberebuofori, Chris Akpololohor, Gospel E. Isangadighi & Nkechi B. Chinedu. (2025) Occupational Exposure to Nanoparticles in Additive Manufacturing Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies, Asian Journal of Applied Science and Technology, https://doi.org/10.38177/ajast.2025.9402, 9(4), 12-29

  20. Edith C. Unoka, Peter M. Eguvbe, Augustine C.Ogonegbu, Jude O. Otedo, Joel Okpoghono, Ochuko J. Abeokuta, Nkechi B. Chinedu, Augustine Uwague, Cynthia A. Nnanna, Kelvin C. Ojebah, Ferdinard N. Okoh, and Anthony A.Ogbuta (2025) Coagulation-Flocculation Potential of Achatina Achatina Shell in the Removal of Suspended Solids from Paint Effluent, AHURI Final Report Journal, ISSN:1834-7223, 18(11), 74-107

  21. Smart Acha, Efeturi Fortune Eregare, Obinna Cosmas Nworie, Gospel Effiong Isangadighi, Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Rotimi Akinboboye, Blessing Ohinoreimen Ikhide, Christian Arerosuoghene Akpololohor, John Alabo Michael (2025) Ecosystem-Based Sustainability Transitions: Applying Environmental Biology and HSSE Frameworks for Green Industrial Growth in the Delta Industrial Corridor, Nigeria, Journal of Built Environment and Geological Research, https://doi.org/10.70382/ajbegr.v10i4.034, 10(4), 237-253

  22. Smart Acha, Gospel Effiong Isangadighi, Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Ekeipre Clement, Rabiatu Airede, Blessing Ohinoreimen Ikhide, John Alabo Michael (2025) Community Perspectives on Public Safety, Loss Prevention, Emergency Management, and Environmental Sustainability in Oron, Nigeria, Journal of African Innovation and Advanced Studies, https://doi.org/10.70382/ajaias.v10i2.047, 10(2), 319-338

  23. Emuejevoke Francis Ogbimi, Paschal Uchenna Chinedu, Pascal Adegher, Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Leona Diala, Emmanuel John Abah (2024) Error Control in Packet Switched Wide Area Networks using Bayesian Computational Model, 2024 IEEE 5th International Conference on Electro-Computing Technologies for Humanity (NIGERCON), 1, 1-5

  24. Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, Amarachi Udoka Nkwoada, Alexander Iheanyichukwu Opara (2024) Boosting biodiesel production from waste vegetable oil water using Acid-Base Sequential Catalysis, Global NEST Journal, 26(6), 1-8

  25. Diala, L. C., Igwe, C.U., Chinedu, N. B., Abah, E., Eromosele, P. O., Chinedu, P.U., Nwankwo, W. (2024) An Explainable Random Forest Framework for Flood Probability Forcasting: A Comparative Study with Historical Flood Records., Delta Journal of Computing, Communications and Media Technologies. , 1(1), 196-214

  26. Paschal Uchenna Chinedu, Yusuf Isah, Nkechi Blessing Chinedu (2022) An Internet of Things (IoT) Based Smart Agriculture Monitoring System for Enhanced Productivity in a Controlled Farm Environment, ATBU Journal of Science, Technology and Education, 10 (3), 125-138

  27. Jibrin Ahmadu, Daniel Habila Galadima, Nkechi Blessing Chinedu, OB Eze (2019) Effect of erosion on agricultural land in Agyana Community in Abaji, Abuja, Int J Appl Agric Sci, 5, 120-128

  28. FC Ibe, NB Chinedu, CBC Ikpa (2014) Physicochemical Analysis of Some Surface and Groundwater Sources in Etim Ekpo LGA, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, Journal of Applied Science, 17(2), 11250-11260

  29. FC IBE, NB CHINEDU, CBC IKPA (2014) ASSESSMENT OF HEAVY METAL CONCENTRATION IN SOME VOLUNTEERS OF ELECTRONIC TECHNICIANS IN ORLU, IMO STATE, NIGERIA, JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCE, 17(2), 11362-11370

  30. M Egbujor, N Ekere, NB Chinedu, O Nkuzinna (2014) Extraction and Characterisation of Palm Fixed Oil, JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCE, 17(1), 11122-11129

  31. C. L. Orjiekwe, D. T. Dumo, N. B. Chinedu (2013) Assessment of water quality of Ogbese River in Ovia North-East Local Government area of Edo State, Nigeria, International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences, 7, 2581-2590

  32. Nwachukwu R Ekere, NB Chinedu (2012) Evaluation of some toxic metals in selected milk products sold in Nigerian market, International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences, 7(4), 373-378

  33. E Ejike, NB Chinedu, M Egbujor (2012) Factor Optimization for Anaerobic Biogas Generation from Palm Oil Mill Effluent, Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology c, 19(12), 10908-10919

  34. E Ejike, N Anyile (2011) Optimization of Biodiesel Production Using a Programmed Catalysis Regime, African Journal of Sciences, 12(1), 2757-2769

  35. N Chinedu, E Okafor (2011) Biomass Conversion Industry In A Small Town Community - A Review, Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology, 18(3), 10405-10412

  36. N Chinedu, E Okafor (2011) Environmental Remodeling As A Function Of Fossil Fuel Exploitation - A Review, Journal of Applied Science, 14(3), 9973-9981

  37. Alofoje Unuigboje, Nkechi Anyile (2007) Synthesis of N,N-Diethyl-m-Toluamide, Journal of Chemical Society of Nigeria, 32(2), 203-210