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Michael Umale Adikwu

University of Nigeria

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Microbiology· 1 Scientific Communication & Education· 1

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Research Focus:chromatin & epigenetic regulation· 1 Organism:E. coli· 1 Approach:experimental assay· 1 Approach:statistical model· 1 Assay:whole-genome sequencing· 1

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Ejikeugwu ChikaiD· 2 shared Emmanuel Amobi NwakaezeiD· 2 shared Peter M. EzeiD· 2 shared Cármen TorresiD· 1 shared Chijioke Edeh· 1 shared Chikaodi W. AniekweiD· 1 shared Christopher J. CreeveyiD· 1 shared Euslar Nnenna OnuiD· 1 shared

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2025-2025 · peak 2/yr

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Whole-Genome Sequencing Uncovers Chromosomal and Plasmid-Borne Multidrug Resistance and Virulence Genes in Poultry-Associated Escherichia coli from Nigeria

Ejikeugwu Chika, Chijioke Edeh, Emmanuel Amobi Nwakaeze, Michael Umale Adikwu, Cármen Torres, Christopher J. Creevey, Peter M. Eze

This study uses whole-genome sequencing to characterize multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli from poultry in Nigeria, identifying chromosomal and plasmid-borne resistance genes and virulence factors.

bioRxiv · Sep 18, 2025 · PreprintMicrobiology

Investigating the factors influencing antibiotic use practices and their association with antimicrobial resistance awareness among poultry farmers in Enugu State, Nigeria

Ejikeugwu Chika, Emmanuel Amobi Nwakaeze, Chikaodi W. Aniekwe, Euslar Nnenna Onu, Michael Umale Adikwu, Peter M. Eze

This study assesses antibiotic use practices and AMR awareness among poultry farmers in Nigeria, finding high antibiotic usage for growth promotion and limited AMR knowledge.

Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology · Jan 1, 2025Peer-reviewedScientific Communication & Education