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Fidelis Ngugi
  • Name: Fidelis Ngugi
  • Address: P.O BOX 193-60215, MARIMANTI
  • Telephone: +254-726-662-300 or +254-726-489-343
  • Date of Birth: 5th February, 1986
  • Nationality: Kenyan
  • Residence: Marimanti
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Languages: English, Kiswahili
  • ID No.: 24863585
  • Email: fidelis.ngugi@tharaka.ac.ke, fidelisngugi@gmail.com

Educational Background

QualificationInstitutionYear
PhD in ChemistryChuka University2016 – 2020
MSc in Analytical ChemistryUniversity of Nairobi2012 – 2015
BSc in ChemistryEgerton University2006 – 2010
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (B+)Precious Blood Kilungu2001 – 2004
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (542/700)Materi Girls’ Centre1991 – 2000

Job Experience

PositionInstitutionDuration
Senior Lecturer of ChemistryTharaka UniversityJuly 2019 – Present
Part-time Lecturer in ChemistryGarissa UniversityApril 2016 – 2017
Part-time Lecturer in ChemistryKaratina UniversitySept 2017 – 2018
Part-time Lecturer in ChemistryChuka UniversitySept 2015 – 2016
Teacher of Mathematics and ChemistryAkiba High School2010 – 2014
InternNew Kenya Co-operative CreameriesJuly - Sept 2009

Research and Publications

  • Njiru, S., Muthengi, A., Ngugi, F., Tende, R., Karimi, R. (2025). Metabolite Profiling of Mung Bean (Vigna Radiata) Varieties Using UV-Vis Spectroscopy: A Tool for Breeding Resilience. Acta Scientific NUTRITIONAL HEALTH, Volume 9 Issue 2.
  • Njiru, S., Muthengi, A., Ngugi, F., Tende, R., Karimi, R. (2024). Evaluation of Mung Bean Varieties For Resistance To Bruchid Infestation. IOSR Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Science, Volume 17, Issue 9.
  • Muya, J. W., Ngugi, F., Riara, M., Kamweru, P. (2024). Gamma Ray Spectrometric Analysis and Radiation Hazards in Mbeere North Region, Kenya. Radiation Protection Dosimetry.
  • Muthure, E. E., Riara, M., Kamweru, P., Ngugi, F. (2024). Soil to Plant Transfer Factors of Radionuclides in Khat (Catha Endulis). International Journal of Engineering and Applied Physics.
  • Mwangi, D. M., Muriithi D. K., Ngugi, F., Osoro, E. K. (2023). Optimization of Oil Production from Mango Seed. International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research (IJFMR).
  • Musyoki, P. W., Wepukhulu, M., Ngugi, F. (2023). Evaluation of Selected Green Bean Varieties Against Insect Infestation in Tharaka Sub-county, Kenya. IOSR Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Services.

Workshops and Conferences

  • 2024: Adsorption of Lead and Rhodamine B from Water using Agricultural Wastes. 15th Hope Meeting, Kyoto, Japan.
  • 2023: Optimization of Oil Production from Mango Seed. Chuka University 10th International Research Conference.
  • 2023: Skills and Innovation for Sustainable Livelihoods. The Meru National Polytechnic.

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