https://www.linkedin.com/in/ekam-akpakpan-lecturer-researcher-microsoft-certified-educator Dr Favor Udoeyop is an Early Career Scientist with eight (8) years of experience in teaching and research. With a background in Biochemistry and a PhD in Nutrition/Toxicology, Favor currently serves in the Department of Biochemistry, PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Rivers State. Throughout her career, Favor has actively collaborated with researchers in the field of Nutrition/Toxicology, Food Biotechnology, Complementary/Alternative Medicine and Environmental Biochemistry. She has contributed to these areas through participation in conferences, publication of peer-reviewed journal articles and involvement in book projects. She is a member of several professional bodies including NSBMB, NISEB, BSN and SBCTN. Favor's special interest is in how food affects the brain and maternal health. She is experienced in research using animal models (rats and fish); biomarker studies involving analysis of stress markers, inflammatory markers, reproductive and biochemical markers; analysis of nutritional and bioactive substances in plant. Currently, she is interested in the isolation of bioactive peptides in African oil bean, molecular biology and bioinformatics. As a departmental research coordinator, she is regularly involved in research design, implementation, and data analytics (SPSS, EXCEL, Python, Microsoft Power BI). Favor has the ability to work independently and as a team; with great communication and supervisory skills. Her dedication to knowledge sharing is evident in his ability to clarify doubts and foster understanding among diverse audiences Dr Favor is a self-motivated and hardworking early career scientist with strong analytical, creative ideas and possibilities; poised to make significant contributions to the fields of Biological Science. She welcomes opportunities to engage in impactful research, collaborate on projects, and share expertise with like-minded professionals in academia, organizations and the wider community. Her strong faith in God is evident in her humility and the highest integrity. She’s flawed in a lot of ways but she continually subjects herself to learning mentally, psychologically, morally, and socially in order to better herself and to inspire others. She’s passionate about seeing young people especially women becoming active citizens thereby helping to create a better society. Her hobby is playing chess.

I’m an enthusiastic plant researcher driven by a deep passion for nature, trees, and wild landscapes. With a solid background in plant taxonomy, tree breeding, and forest ecology, I’ve developed strong skills in identifying native flora, conducting biodiversity surveys, and assessing carbon stock in trees. My interest lies especially in the reproductive biology of native tree species across the Western Ghats, where I’ve spent considerable time exploring forest dynamics. My work often involves trekking through ecologically diverse terrains—documenting wildlife and plant behavior, collecting data, and engaging with local communities. These immersive experiences have strengthened my understanding of ecosystem interactions and the urgent need for inclusive conservation efforts. I’m particularly passionate about ecological restoration and long-term forest monitoring. I aim to study how forests evolve over time through natural regeneration, species succession, and carbon sequestration. I believe ecological restoration is more than just planting trees—it’s about restoring ecosystem function, native biodiversity, and cultural connections to the land. I am committed to promoting restoration practices that are native species-rich, science-based, and community-oriented. Through collaboration with research institutions and NGO's & conservation organizations, I’ve been part of various projects that bridge field research with practical conservation action. I believe in using science as a tool to inform forest management, policy, and conservation planning—supporting landscapes that are resilient, biodiverse, and climate-ready. I’m always open to opportunities that involve working with passionate teams and institutions focused on ecological restoration, wildlife conservation, and taxonomic research. My goal is to contribute meaningfully to preserving biodiversity while building evidence-based strategies for sustainable ecosystem recovery. I also believe in integrating local and Indigenous knowledge with ecological science to make restoration more inclusive, effective, and long-lasting. I am increasingly focused on monitoring forest health indicators and mapping restoration outcomes to better understand the trajectory of recovering ecosystems. 🌱 #TreeBreeding #PlantTaxonomy #ForestEcology #CarbonStockAssessment #EcologicalRestoration #BiodiversitySurvey #ForestDynamics #ConservationScience #LoveTrees🌲 #FieldResearch #WildlifeConservation #SustainableLandscapes