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Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kaduna State University.

Basira Ibrahim, Ph.D

HOD, Department of Biological Science.
Dedicated to advancing academic excellence and impactful research in Zoology, with a focus on parasitology, environmental biology, and public health. With decades of teaching experience spanning secondary to postgraduate levels, the commitment to mentorship, curriculum development, and fostering critical thinking among students remains paramount. Expertise includes advanced biological instrumentation, molecular biology, and innovative teaching methodologies. Passionate about solving real-world problems through collaborative research on parasitic diseases, ecological sustainability, and bio-remediation, driving progress for healthier ecosystems and communities. Together, let’s inspire knowledge and create solutions for a better tomorrow.

Biography

Dr. Basira Ibrahim is a distinguished Associate Professor of Zoology at Kaduna State University with an extensive career in teaching, research, and community service. She earned her Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in Zoology from Ahmadu Bello University, specializing in parasitology, environmental biology, and public health.

Her academic journey includes impactful roles as a lecturer, classroom teacher, and researcher. She has taught a broad range of courses in biology and zoology at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, covering subjects such as parasitology, molecular biology, and fisheries. A dedicated mentor, she has supervised numerous research projects and theses, contributing to significant advancements in her field.

Her research interests focus on parasitic infections, the antimicrobial properties of medicinal plants, and environmental health, with applications in public health and sustainable agriculture. Her work addresses critical issues such as schistosomiasis, malaria, and heavy metal contamination in food and water.

Committed to continuous professional development, she has participated in numerous workshops on scientific writing, leadership, and precision farming techniques. Her dedication to education, innovative research, and community engagement reflects her mission to address pressing health and environmental challenges, inspire future scholars, and foster sustainable development.

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Zoology), Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (2017)
  • Master of Science (Zoology), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2005)
  • Bachelor of Science (Zoology), Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (1990- 1994)
  • GCE (O/Level) College of Technology Secondary School, Ilorin (1979 - 1983)
  • Primary School Certificate, Baptist LSMB School, Ijagbo, Kwara State (1970 - 1976)

Publications

  • Saidu Abdulkadir, Safiyan Ishaq, Kato Ishaya Auta, Basira Ibrahim, and Aliyu Kabiru Isiyaku (2023). Household Plastic Waste Generation and Composition in Selected Locations within Kaduna Metropolis. International Journal of Emerging Multidisciplinaries: Biomedical and Clinical Research. 1(1):1 – 13
  • Muktar Sukola Khadija1, Awwal Ahmad, B. Ibrahim, F. M. Musa and E. E. Eno (2022). Phytochemical Analysis and Anti-trypanosomal Efficacy of the Methanol Leaf Extract of Jatropha curcas. African Scientist, Printed in Nigeria. 23(3):151- 156
  • Safiyan Ishaq, Kato Ishaya Auta, Basira Ibrahim, Aliyu Kabiru Isiyaku and Aliyu Sulaiman (2023). A Study on the Modes of Disposal of Household Plastic Waste in Kaduna Metropolis, Kaduna, Nigeria. International Journal of Emerging 18 Multidisciplinaries: Biomedical and Clinical Research. 1(2):1-12. www.ojs.ijemd.com ISSN (print): 2957-8620 ISSN (online): 2960-0731
  • Yayock, H. C., Auta, I. K., Ibrahim B., Ndams, I. S., Oguche, O.D, and Dadi-Mamud N. J. (2021). Susceptibility Status of Culex quinquefasciatus Larvae (Diptera: Culicidae) from high Population Density Selected Areas within Kaduna Metropolis to Temephos Insecticide. KASU Journal of Pure and Applied Life Sciences. 3(3):101- 111
  • Esther Bature, Ishaya Kato Auta, Basira Ibrahim, Isaac Ishaya Auta (2022). Female Genital Schistosomiasis and Clinical Manifestation in Selected Communities in Gwagwalada and AMAC, Abuja, Nigeria. American Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology. 7(2):44 - 49. http://www.sciencepublishinggroup.com/j/ajset doi: 10.11648/j.ajset.20220702.13

Skills

Research Leadership95%
Academic Mentorship90%
Community Engagement88%
Curriculum Development and Review80%
Research and Extension85%