Tuesday 16th August 2011
1600 - 1800 / REGISTRATION AND TEAVENUE
Wednesday 17th August 2011 (Day 1)
0700 - 0950 / REGISTRATION AND TEAVENUE
Inaugural Session
Program Director: Prof GBuijs Venue:
1000 - 1010 / Devotion: Mr. K Maphinda
1010 -1025 / Welcome and Opening: Prof M Balintulo,
ViceChancellor and Principal,Walter Sisulu University, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
1025 - 1040 / Introductory address:Dr S Fikeni:
Chairperson, WalterSisuluUniversity Council, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
1040 - 1055 / Address: Prof CL Obi,
Deputy Vice Chancellor: Academic Affairs and Research, WalterSisuluUniversity: Research at WSU
1055 - 1125 / Guest Speaker 1:Dr G Pillay; Vice President and Managing Director RISA, National Research Foundation (NRF), Pretoria
1125 - 1140 / Comfort break Comfort break
Parallel Session 1A – Biomedical Sciences Venue:
Chair: Prof J Iputo & Prof SD Vasaikar Rapporteur: Dr C Sewani-Rusike
Time / Authors / Topics
1140 - 1200 / Bahorun T, Luximon-Ramma A, Vidushi S, Neergheen-Bhujun VS Gunness TK, Googoolye K, Auger C, Crozier A, and Aruoma OI / The effect of black tea on risk factors of cardiovascular disease in a normal population
1200 - 1220 / Dhaffala A, Longo-mbenza B, Kingu H, Peden M, Kafuko A B, Clarke M, Mazwai L / Profile of aetiological, sociodemographic, lost productivity, ethinicity and epidemiology of injury at Mthatha hospital complex, South Africa
1220 - 1240 / Katende-Kyenda NL / The prevalence of tuberculosis and noncompliance to treatment within the Ngangelizwe community in Mthatha
1240 - 1300 / POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING
1300 - 1400 / LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK LUNCHBREAK
Parallel Session 1B – Education Venue:
Chair: Prof M Jadezweni & Prof NJN Mijere Rapporteur: Dr NN Mabovula
Time / Authors / Topics
1140 - 1200 / Mammen KJ / Infusing entrepreneurship into university undergraduate curricula in a multidisciplinary approach: a need in the context of millennium development goals
1200 - 1220 / Meyiwa T / ‘Black maids and black madams’: A neglected labour struggle within South Africa’s women movement
1220 - 1240 / Sonn RA and Tamba Tamba PA / Interactive effects of biographical factors on learners’ substance and drug related violence within the school community
1240 - 1300 / POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING
1300 - 1400 / LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK
Parallel Session 1C – Science, Engineering and Technology Venue:
Chair: Prof S Chikwembani& Prof KSA Mossanda Rapporteur: Dr M Chirwa
Time / Authors / Topics
1140 - 1200 / JumbamND / Problems That Beset The Practice Of Traditional Medicine In Sub-Saharan Africa.
1200 - 1220 / Oyedeji OO, Nkeh-Chungag BN, Oyedeji AO and Songca SP / Isolation And Semi-Synthesis Of Triterpenoids Extracted From Syzygium Aromaticum And Its Anti-Inflammatory Potential.
1220 - 1240 / Nyau V, Brandt W, Rodriguez J, and Prakash S / Polyphenol Contents And Dpph Free Radical Scavenging Activity Of Bambara Goundnuts (Vignea Subterranean)
1240 - 1300 / POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING
1300 - 1400 / LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK
Parallel Session 1D – Business, Management Sciences and Law Venue:
Chair: Prof C Anyangwe Rapporteur: Dr S Rajkaran
Time / Authors / Topics
1140 - 1200 / Sivuyise N / Innovation gateway provision for rural small businesses development.
1200 - 1220 / Makiwane PN / Plea Bargaining: Justice without Transparency
1220 - 1240 / Acheampong KO and Tseane L / Tourism in the SADC region and challenges facing the youth market: The Mozambican experience
1240 - 1300 / POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING
1300 - 1400 / LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK
Parallel Session 1E – HIV/AIDS Venue:
Chair: Prof SP Songca Rapporteur: Dr M Mammen
Time / Authors / Topics
1140 - 1200 / Malangu N and Mhlabi DB / Prevalence and risk factors of metabolic syndrome in patients on antiretroviral treatment in Botswana
1200 - 1220 / Nii-Trebi N, Kinomoto M, Brandful J, Barnor J, Tatsumi M, Sata T, Ampofo W, Osei-Kwasi M, Tokunaga K / Infectivity of HIV-1 Subtypes Isolated from Ghanaian Patients
1220 - 1240 / Gogela M / Perceptions of the youth on ritual male circumcision and initiation - its secrecy and effects on HIV/Aids in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa
1240 - 1300 / POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING
1300 - 1400 / LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK
Parallel Session 1F – Biomedical Sciences Venue:
Chair: Prof B Longo-Mbenza Rapporteur: Dr L Kambizi
Time / Authors / Topics
1140 - 1200 / Matu EN, Moindi E, Kareru P, Kigondu EM,Wachira SW and Bii CC / Evaluation of antimicrobial properties of Plectranthusbarbatus Andr., a Kenyan medicinal plant
1200 - 1220 / Mogale MA, Lebelo LL, Thovhogi N, Shai LJ, de Freitas A / Alpha amylase and alpha glucosidase inhibitory effects of Sclerocarya birrea {(A. Rich.) Hochst.} subspecies caffra (Sond) Kokwaro [Anacardiaceae] stem-bark extracts
1220 - 1240 / Orwa JA, Akala H, Jondiko IJO / Antiplasmodial Activity of Extracts From Fruits, Leaves and Root Bark of Toddalia Asiatica (L) Lam. (Rutaceae)
1240 - 1300 / POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING
1300 - 1400 / LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK
Parallel Session 1G – Science, Engineering and Technology Venue:
Chair: Dr VM Ngole Rapporteur: Dr T Dlaza
Time / Authors / Topics
1140 - 1200 / Loqo T and Nakin MDV / Marine reserve effects on diversity, abundance and size structures: Evidence from limpets in rock pools
1200 - 1220 / Okuthe GE / The Effect of Exogenous L-Thyroxine on Gonad Development in Zebrafish (Danio Rerio)
1220 - 1240 / Yekwayo, I and NibaAS / Response of Invertebrates to Alien and Indigenous Vegetation Characteristics in Nduli And Luchaba Nature Reserves, KSD Local Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa
1240 - 1300 / POSTER VIEWING POSTER VIEWING
1300 - 1400 / LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK LUNCH BREAK
Plenary Session : Venue:
Program Director: Prof P Mfenyana
1400 - 1410 / Introduction of Panelists:, Prof T Meyiwa, Prof G George, Prof C Anyangwe and others
1410 - 1455 / Research Proposal and Execution
Parallel Session 2A – Biomedical Sciences Venue:
Chair: Prof G Buga & Prof Bahurun Rapporteur: Dr N Katende-Kyenda
Time / Authors / Topics
1500 - 1520 / Nonkelela N / The extent of psycho-emotional impact of hysterectomy on women and their significant others
1520 - 1540 / Neergheen-Bhujun VS and Rosun H / Antioxidant enzyme catalase status in Mauritian patients suffering from type II diabetes mellitus
1540 - 1600 / Korir K, Mutai C, Kiiyukia C and Bii C / Antimicrobial Activity and Safety of two Medicinal Plants Traditionally used in Bomet District of Kenya
1600 - 1620 / Adewusi EA and Steenkamp V / In vitro screening for acetylcholinesterase inhibition and antioxidant activity of medicinal plants from southern Africa
1620 - 1630 / COMFORTBREAK COMFORT BREAK
1630 - 1650 / Noble P, Corrah T, Hillhouse E, and Kirk A / Transforming Research Performance in the Developing World
1650 - 1710 / Akinniyi AP,Afolabi O. Iwalokun BA, Oluwaseun Eand Onagbesan KO / Risk factors for emergence of multidrug resistant AmpC beta-lactamase and carbapenamase enteric isolates in Abeokuta, Nigeria
1710 - 1730 / Fabian UB, Charles-Davies MA, Ebesunu MO, Ajobo MT, Hassan OO, Popoola OO, Rahamon SK, Adigun K, Okunbolade W, Ogunlakin MA, Owolabi MO, Oyewole OO, Olaniyi JA, Fasanmade AA, Adebusuyi JR , Arinola OG and Agbedana EO / Leptin concentrations in individuals with metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes mellitus
1800 - 2000 / Conference Dinner Conference Dinner
Parallel Session 2B – Education Venue:
Chair: Prof T Meyiwa Rapporteur: Dr M Molepo
Time / Authors / Topics
1500 - 1520 / Bwowe P and Nomazwe M / Unpreparedness of school educators from disadvantaged state schools to respond and adapt to the Outcomes Based Education
1520 - 1540 / Mokhele RP / Dealing with the challenges of curriculum implementation: lessons from rural secondary schools
1540 - 1600 / van der Spuy A and Mona S / IsiXhosa Home Language influence on English First Additional Language: Error Analysis in the Second Language English classroom
1600 - 1620 / Coetser A / The validity of sampled assessment
1620 - 1630 / COMFORT BREAK COMFORT BREAK
1630 - 1650 / Ncube B / Mentoring as a Means to Enhance Professional Growth of Science Educators at High School Level.
1650 - 1710 / Maphosa C / Towards a transformative model of instruction for the 21st century University
1710 - 1730 / Machingambi S / Practical Proposals for Motivating Students in Higher Education (HE): Reflections from 11years of Teaching in HE
1800 - 2000 / Conference Dinner Conference Dinner
Parallel Session 2C – Science, Engineering and Technology Venue:
Chair: Prof BN Nkeh-Chungag Rapporteur: Dr K Kuria
Time / Authors / Topics
1500 - 1520 / Goduka N, Bello H, and Notsi L / Indigenous leafy vegetables (ILVS) for nutritional and health values: the role of schools in advancing indigenous knowledge (IK) for food security
1520 - 1540 / Ohiokpehai O and Dorcusmbithe D / Food accessibility parameters as predictors of food consumption and food security in Suba District
1540 - 1600 / Mandindi T / Health Significance Of Traditional Wild Edible Vegetables as Functional Foods And Nutraceuticals
1600 - 1620 / Ramsaha S, Aumjaud E and Bahorun T / Evaluation Of Synthetic And Natural Antioxidants For Food Applications Using Various Test Systems
1620 - 1630 / COMFORT BREAK COMFORT BREAK
1630 - 1650 / NibaAS / The Role Of Invertebrates In Conventional Biodiversity Conservation Research
1650 - 1710 / Boaduo NA and Babitseng SM / Indigenous Knowledge Systems In Medicinal Plants For Sustainable Economic Development: The Case Of The Basarwa And Bakgalagadi Of Botswana
1710 - 1730 / Bovungana AG, Majiza VN, Nakin MDV / The Diversity Of Benthic Macro-Invertebrates In VuvuRiver: Implications For Management.
1800 - 2000 / Conference Dinner Conference Dinner
Parallel Session 2D – Business, Management Sciences and Law Venue:
Chair: Dr L Mbabane Rapporteur: Dr A van der Spuy
Time / Authors / Topics
1500 - 1520 / Nakani P and Mammen, KJ / Alumni’s perspectives on the achievement of traits of a quality lawyer at WSU law school
1520 - 1540 / Jantjie V and Tichaawa T / Small-scale events as a tourism development strategy for peripheral areas in the Eastern Cape: The Lady Grey Arts Academy Easter Passion Play as a case study for the SenquLocalMunicipality.
1540 - 1600 / Ncombo YW / Governance at the KingSabathaDalindyeboMunicipality: A case study on the environmental and waste management
1600 - 1620 / BidandiF and Tseane L / Evaluating community engagement in the development of tourism: lessons from Cape Town
1620 - 1630 / COMFORT BREAK COMFORT BREAK
1630 - 1650 / Saunderson I / Quality assurance processes at the school of Public Relations, Media and Marketing, WalterSisuluUniversity: Moving from internal to desktop reviews
1650 - 1710 / Nyanga R, Oduwo RO, and Odhiambo O / Women’s Participation in the Innovation Process in Kenya
1710 - 1730 / Matenda S / Managing organizational crises: A critique of WSU’s handling of the sex for marks scandal.
1800 - 2000 / Conference Dinner Conference Dinner
Parallel Session 2E – HIV/AIDS Venue:
Chair: Prof K Mossanda Rapporteur: Dr K Awotedu
Time / Authors / Topics
1500 - 1520 / Gichobi D, Mutugi M, Wanzala P, Mutai J, Ndahi L / Identify sexual behavior factors associated with substance use and HIV/STI amongstudents in Public Universities in Kenya.
1520 - 1540 / Were-Okello T / A review of constrains to using data for decision- making in the design of HIV /AIDS interventions
1540 - 1600 / Thabede NN and Mdleleni-Bookholane T / The role of service providers in assisting HIV discordant couples
1600 - 1620 / Shahzad B and Kunene L / The growing strength of human experience in HIV/AIDS discourse and activism: A reflection on the possible future direction on HIV/AIDS practices
1620 - 1630 / COMFORT BREAK COMFORT BREAK
1630 - 1650 / NjamaMN / Traditional healers supporting the communities to meet the health and nutritional needs of children affected by HIV/AIDS in the kenya rurals
1650 - 1710 / Bello HM, Tanga PT, Makatjane TJ, Tsikoane T, Mochebelele MM, LeteteEM, Nchake M, Booysen F, and Willan S /
The interplay of Economic Globalisation-HIV and AIDS-Nexus in the Textile and Garment Industry in Lesotho
1710 - 1730 / Browne CM / Is Income Inequality a Good Predictor of HIV Prevalence at the District Level in South Africa?1800 - 2000 / Conference Dinner Conference Dinner
Parallel Session 2F – Biomedical Science Venue:
Chair: Prof O Oruoma Rapporteur: Dr L Shai
Time / Authors / Topics
1500 - 1520 / Kiboi DM, Langat B, Irungu N, Rukunga GM, and Nzila A / Reversal of Piperaquine and Lumefantrine Resistance in Plasmodium berghei ANKA
1520 - 1540 / Magiri CG, Gicheru MM, Ng’ang’a ZW and Wasunna MM / Co-Infection Of Leishmania Donovani and Plasmodium Berghei in Balb/c Mice and the Effect of Leishmania Exogenous Products on Plasmodium Falciparumin Vitro
1540 - 1600 / KimaniFT, Omar SA, Diakite M, and WangaiLN / Host candidate gene polymorphisms and clearance of drug-resistant P. falciparum parasites in Kenya
1600 - 1620 / Kutima HY and Wasike E / The use of Insecticide Treated Bed Nets (ITNs) to control Malaria among Children under five and Pregnant Women in Western Kenya.
1620 - 1630 / COMFORT BREAK COMFORT BREAK
1630 - 1650 / Afolayan FID, Anumudu CI, AdegbolagunOM, Orwa JA, Irungu BN / Prophylactic and Suppressive activities of Nauclea latifolia in mice infected with Plasmodium berghei Anka
1650 - 1710 / Muregi FW, Ohta I, Masato U, Kino H, and Ishih A / Resistance of a Rodent Malaria Parasite to a Thymidylate Synthase Inhibitor Induces an Apoptotic Parasite Death and Imposes a Huge Cost of Fitness
1710 - 1730 / Kirinyet JK, Esamai FO, Magambo JK, and Sabah AO, / Falciparum Malaria and Response to Anti-malarial Therapy (Coartem® and Quinine) in AIDS Patients in Western Kenya.
1800 - 2000 / Conference Dinner Conference Dinner
Parallel Session 2G – Science, Engineering and Technology Venue:
Chair: Prof G Ekosse Rapporteur: Dr J Steele
Time / Authors / Topics
1500 - 1520 / LikukuAS, Mmolawa K and Gaboutloeloe, GK / Aerosol Composition and Source Apportionment in GaboroneBotswana
1520 - 1540 / Ogweno AOandOnaniMO / Novel 3,5-dimethylpyrazole group 6 metalcarbonyl complexes
1540 - 1600 / Mbande ZC, Oluwafemi OS and Songca SP / A Facile Synthesis Of High Luminescence Water Soluble Copper-Doped CDSE Nanoparticles
1600 - 1620 / Mageshni R, Moodley R, and Jonnalagadda SB / Fatty Acid Profile And Elemental Content Of Avocado (Persea Americana Mill.) Oil Effect Of Extraction Methods
1620 - 1630 / COMFORT BREAK COMFORT BREAK
1630 - 1650 / Edeogu CO, Afiukwa CA, Nwosu ZC and Nwachi UE / Evaluation Of The Occupational Health Hazards Among Workers In Quarry Industry In Abakaliki Using Biochemical Markers
1650 - 1710 / Umeh CN and Obiefuna OH / Atrazine Degradation By Bacteria Isolated From Selected Soils In Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
1710 - 1730 / Kuriah FK / Seasonal variation in stable C and N isotope ratios of Particulate organic matter (POM) in two contrasting riverine catchments of Eastern Cape Province-South Africa.
1800 - 2000 / Conference Dinner Conference Dinner
Poster Session
Coordinators: ProfND Jumbam & Dr A Moodly
Section A:BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
Authors / Topics
Malangu N and Omotayo D / Knowledge, attitude and practices of health care professionals about Multi-Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis in Lesotho
Malangu N and Ngqangweni B / Investigation of the physical ability of powerline electricians from 2003 to 2008
Wright G and Ellis M / Reviewing the literature: A Case Study of paperless methods.
Hofmeyr GJ, MshweshweNT, Singata M, Gülmezoglu AM / Is controlled cord traction in the third stage of labour necessary? Systematic review and report of a large randomized trial
Tutu EO, Browne E, Lawson B / Knowledge and perception of malaria in pregnancy and use of antenatal care in an intermittent preventive treatment setting in Offinso District of Ashanti, Ghana.
Gbodossou E / Nutrition-functional foods and food security: A Challenge to immunization
Ndip E and George G / Physicochemical evaluation of some South African geophagic soils to assess their potential health effects
Kutima HL, Muchika S and Syoku YD / Use of medicinal plants extracts to complement Praziquantel in the treatment of Intestinal Schistosomiasis
Katende-Kyenda NL / Prevalence of Orphans in Mhlakulo community and the challenges faced by their caregivers
Afolayan FID, Anumudu CI, Adegbolagun OM, Orwa JA, Irungu BN, Kangethe LN, Mathaura CN, Nwikwabe MN, Nyangacha RM, and Omar SA / In vitro antiplasmodial activity and cytotoxicity of some medicinal plants indigenously used in Nigeria against malaria
van Rensburg AJ, Engelbrecht M, Bottoman L, Baitsiwe P, Peters A / Intensified TB case-finding in three South African districts
Aminu M and Burbur / Increased cholera outbreaks in Nigeria: a review
Wright Gand Murray PJ / Developing South Africa's Future Health Informaticians; Lessons from WSU
Afolayan FID, Anumudu CI, Adegbolagun OM, Orwa JA, Irungu BN, / Prophylactic and Suppressive activities of Nauclea latifolia in mice infected with Plasmodium berghei Anka
VasaikarSD, Obi CL, Morobe IC, Mthethwa NS, and Bisi-Johnson MA / Incidence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Klebsiella species recovered from clinical samples at the NelsonMandelaAcademicHospital and surrounding clinics in Mthatha 2010, Eastern Cape, RSA
Manzala KJC, Longo-Mbenza B, Kasiam OJB, Nge OA, Kangola KN, Buassa-bu-Tsumbu B, Vangu ND, Mbungu FS, and Longo-Phemba I / Relationship between metabolic syndrome and QT intervals amongst Central Africans
Mufamadi J / Cross cultural dilemas in cross-cultural health care system
Ndebia EJ, Mabusela ZD and Umapathy E / Heated ovalbumin is proposed as a new assay to evaluate anti-denaturation effects in the early screening phase of anti-inflammatory compounds
SECTION B EDUCATION
Alex JK and Mammen KJ / The Effect of van Hiielle Based Instruction on the Geometric Thinking Levels of
Mbong M and Bidandi MF / Structured Literacy Practices: toward CapacityBuilding in Selected Local Communities in the Western Cape
Mammen M, Longo-Mbenza B, van Zanten M, Namugowa A, Umapathy B, and Mathews M / Influence of ethnicity and culture on medical students’ attitude toward traditional medicine at WalterSisuluUniversity, Mthatha.
Mammen MK, Yigzaw T, Dewi S; Dao A, Diserens D, VanRooyen M, Cahit T / Reward and Promotion Criteria in Developing Countries: FAIMER Fellows Survey
Louw C and Mammen KJ / Towards improving the academic performance of National Diploma Mechanical Engineering Thermodynamics students
SECTION C: SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
JumbamND / The Use Of Isinuka Clays For Therapeutic And Cosmetic Purposes
Manyi-Loh CE Clarke AM, Ndip RN. / In Vitro Anti-Helicobacter Pylori Activity Of Honey Chloroform Extracts
Mdlolo CM, Opoku AR, Lewu FB, Oyedeji OA / The Comparison Of The Antioxidant Activities Of The Essential Oil And Crude Extracts Of Warburgia Salutaris
NanyongaSK, Opoku A, Lewu FB, Oyedeji OA / Antioxidant Activity Of The Essential Oil And Various Extracts Of Tarchonanthus Camphoratus From Kwa-Zulu Natal
Mbatha S / Analysis Of National Industrial Policy Framework (Nipf) And Industrial Policy Action Plan (Ipap) On Apparel Industry Of South Africa
Shai LJ, Magano SR, Lebelo SL, and Mogale AM / Inhibitory Effects Of Five Medicinal Plants On Rat Alpha-Glucosidase: Comparison With Their Effects On Yeast Alpha-Glucosidase
Morobe, IC, Mthethwa, NS, Bisi-Johnson MA, Vasaikar SD, Obi CL Oyedeji AO, Kambizi L, Eloff JN, and Hattori T / Cytotoxic Effects And Safety Profiles Of Extracts of Active Medicinal Plants From The Eastern Cape, South Africa
Urgessa ZN, Oluwafemi OS and Botha JR / Effect of citric acid on structural, optical and electrical properties of zno nanostructures grown by chemical bath deposition
Bhomela B, and Okuthe GE / Histological and morphological studies of the liver in the Banded Tilapia, Tilapia sparrmanii, Smith 1840
SECTION D: BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT SCIENCES AND LAW
Luvuno LL / Escaping the heftier rule of law, just administrative law and the Magna Charta of today: An analysis of transparency for good governance in South Africa
Gwaindepi C / Escaping primary commodity dependence in Zimbabwe
Ngongoma L and Tichaawa T / The perceived impacts of the development of the EastLondonInternationalConvention Center to tourism related businesses
Gumede N / Gear and RDP in South Africa: Post Apartheid Public Policy Priorities
Strydom K / Workforce diversity and organizational performance: Assessing the relationship
SECTION E: HIV/AIDS
Kaczmarek K, Krajewski-Siuda K / Polish HIV and AIDS prevention posters
Zono S,Awotedu K, Longo Mbenza B, Ekpebegh C, Awotedu A / Adverse effects of HIV-infection and highly active antiretroviral therapy on adiponectin in black south africans, mthatha
Gogela M / Establishment of a gender-based peer education program in East London: A community engagement project by a WSU academic
Thursday 18th August 2011 (Day 2)
Plenary SessionProgram Director: Prof S Ngubentombi Venue
0800 - 0830 / Guest speaker 2: Prof OI Aruoma; Professor of pharmaceutical and biomedical Sciences, Touro College of Pharmacy New York USA
0830 - 0900 / Guest speaker 3: DrAK Githeko; Head, Climate and human health research Unit, Centre for Globa; Health Research, Kenya Medical Research Institute