Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH)
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in conducting electrocardiography, spirometry, and echocardiography procedures, as well as accurately documenting patient data for diagnosis and treatment.
Esther Adereti
Ikeja,Lagos
Work History
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiology (BSc)
Lagos State University (LASU)
Nigeria11.2025
Skills
Endocrinology
Insulin Regulation
Molecular Biology
HONOURS AND AWARDS
Vice Chancellor’s University Scholar Award 2024, Faculty Scholar, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences Lagos State University 2024, Departmental Scholar, Department of Physiology, Lagos State University 2025, Award of Service (Deputy Speaker of The 4th SPAN LASUCOM Senate House) 2024, Award of Participation and Completion of The Electrocardiography Interpretation Course Nov 2024, Award of Service as Member of the 3rd SPAN LASUCOM Senate House 2023
PUBLICATIONS
- Influence of Crude Extract of Azanza garckeana on Ovarian Functions and Antioxidant Activities in Wistar Rats (InPress)
- Anti-Diabetic and Insulin regulatory effects of Citrus limon in Streptozotocin-induced type 1 diabetes in Male Wistar rats (InPress).
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Laboratory Research Assistant Nov 2024- Sept 2025
- Department of Physiology, Lagos State University College of Medicine
- Supervisor: Dr O.M Olumide (Principal Investigator)
- Research Topic: Influence of Crude Extract of Azanza Garckeana on Ovarian functions and Antioxidant Activity in Wistar Rats
- Role in Project: Undergraduate Researcher
- Gained proficiency in experimental design, including well-controlled experiments and sample collection (serum and tissue).
- I carried out enzyme linked assays on hormonal levels in rats
- I did papsmear analysis to track estrus cycle in rats
- I performed data collation, statistical analysis, and mentorship in laboratory techniques, including animal handling and basic laboratory skills.
- Research Assistant Jan – Nov 2024
- Research Topic: Anti-Diabetic and Insulin regulatory effects of Citrus limon in Streptozotocin-induced type 1 diabetes in Male Wistar rats.
- Role in Project
- I assisted in induction of diabetes in animals using streptozotocin
- I performed statistical analysis using excel, Graph pad prism and R.
- I helped in taking measurement of fasting blood glucose level in diabetic rats
- I assisted in performing enzyme linked immunoassay to determine insulin levels.
LABORATORY AND INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Lagos State University College of Medicine Nov 2025 - Present
- Molecular Biology Intern
- Skills
- Experienced in preparing standard solutions, sterilizing laboratory equipment, and assisting in various molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, PCR, real-time PCR, tissue extraction, and cell culture.
- Proficient in gel electrophoresis and knowledgeable in maintaining sterile laboratory conditions while handling sensitive samples and equipment.
- Centre for Clinical Trial Research and Implementation Science Nov 2025 - Present
- Clinical Laboratory Intern
- Role:
- I carry out real time PCR on patient DNA samples
- I am involved in RNA and DNA extraction.
- Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH)
- Electrocardiography, Echocardiography and Spirometry Intern Nov – Dec 2024
- Assisted in conducting electrocardiography, spirometry, and echocardiography procedures, as well as accurately documenting patient data for diagnosis and treatment.
- Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)
- Electrocardiography, Echocardiography and Spirometry Intern Aug – Sept 2024
SELECTED ORAL AND POSTER PRESENTATION
- Seminar Presentation, department of Physiology, Lagos State University
- The Effect of Corticosterone on Male Reproductive System 2025
- Channels of Communication Between Anterior Pituitary and Hypothalamus
- The Diagnostic Method Available in Assessing Gastrointestinal Functions Jan 2025
- The Physiology of The Mammalian Diving Reflex Feb 2025
- Sex Differences and Their Cardiovascular Medicine Feb 2025
- The Hypothalamus July 2024
ABSTRACT AND CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS
- Adereti E.O, Odunayo O.M, Atanda O.A, Babalola S, Faloye A September 2025
- Research Skills:
- DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, enzyme linked assays, Animal Handling, Intermediate level experience with R, Preclinical and Clinical Research.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Deputy Speaker of the 4th SPAN-LASUCOM Senate June 2024 – May 2025
- I assisted in maintaining order, fairness, and coordination during legislative and deliberative sessions, I also assisted the Speaker in presiding over Senate meetings and took charge in their absence to ensure smooth proceedings. I contributed to drafting, reviewing, and passing motions, and resolutions that addressed student welfare and departmental matters and I also served as a link between the Senate and departmental associations, ensuring effective communication and representation of student’s interests.
- Project Head Nov 2024- Sept 2025
- Topic: The Effect of Azanza garckeana on Male and Female Reproductive System
- I coordinated all aspect of the project to ensure successful completion by setting clear objectives and assigning task to each member based on their strength and I ensured effective communication and timely completion of task.
Timeline
Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH)
11.2024 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Physiology (BSc)
Lagos State University (LASU)