AGPC Committee 

Alexander Kwakye

Alexander Kwakye is a Ph.D. candidate in Genetics at Stony Brook University, interested in population genomics of rapid adaptation. His current research focuses on the understanding the evolutionary mechanisms that underpin the rapid adaptation of marine populations of the model organism Threespine Stickleback to new freshwater environments. His dedication to building a community as AGPC stems from his belief that a well organized and coordinated intellect is essential to socio-economic upliftment.

Elizabeth Kugbey

(General Secretary)
Elizabeth Kugbey is a Ghanaian with a Bachelor’s Degree in Conservation Biology and Entomology from the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Ghana. After graduation, she continued to stay at UCC as a Teaching and Research Assistant. She has diverse research experiences in agricultural entomology, vector biology and control, ornithology, ecology and conservation biology through course works, workshops, conferences and seminars affording her confidence in scientific writing and communication. She is committed to helping build the capacity of African scholars to compete globally, promote knowledge sharing, research, and innovation to tackle local challenges, and drive sustainable development and currently serves as the General Secretary of the AGPC subcommittee.

Ibrahim Jimoh

(Communication)
Ibrahim Jimoh is a Nigerian who holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence at Carnegie Mellon University Africa in Rwanda, where his research focuses on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in human-robot interactions. He serves as the vice chair of the IEEE student branch and the community manager of the research association at his current institution, roles through which he actively engages his peers in pushing the boundaries of research. His research interests include human-robot interaction, Intelligent robots, and the ethical and responsible use of AI. He is passionate about leadership and volunteering, always eager to contribute to meaningful causes. Ibrahim serves as the Communication Officer of the AGPC Committee.

Onyinye Anthonia Ezeifeka

(Director of Membership)
Onyinye is a Nigerian. She obtained her bachelor’s degree (Soil science) from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. She further advanced her education with a dual MSc. degree from Ondokuz Mayis University in Turkey and the Agricultural University of Plovdiv in Bulgaria. Currently, Onyinye is pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Cincinnati, focusing on the impact of transitioning to Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) on occupational exposure to aircraft engine emissions. In addition to her academic pursuits, Onyinye is committed to mentoring and volunteering, making a positive impact in her community, and passionate about fostering academic and professional growth among African scholars. These inspire her to contribute to the mission of AGPC. She serves as the Director of Membership.

Peter Mensah

(Event Cordinator )
Peter holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Ghana. With a strong foundation in public health, he developed a keen interest in molecular biology, leading him to pursue a Master of Science in Molecular Biology at Yangtze University, China. His academic journey reflects his passion for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying health and disease, bridging the gap between public health and biomedical research. Through his studies, Peter aims to contribute to advancements in disease diagnostics, treatment, and prevention at the molecular level.

Samuel Amponsah-Effah

(Communication)

Samuel is a Ghanaian who received his bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He continued at the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, where he worked on a Phase 1b Vaccine Trial for Lassa fever and the immunological role of EGFL7 in pregnant women with hemoglobinopathies and preeclampsia. He is pursuing his PhD now at the University of Southern California (USC). There, he aims to reprogram glioblastoma (GBM) stem cells into myeloid cells as an in-situ vaccination strategy for GBM therapy. Alongside, he studies how the activity of granulocyte-macrophage progenitor-derived CAR macrophages can be spatiotemporally controlled using focused ultrasound. These he does at the interface of medicine and bioengineering. He volunteers as an advocate for the National Brain Tumor Society, USA towards the fight against brain cancers. Samuel serves as the Communication Officer of the AGPC committee.