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Award Jan 2024

Africa-UBC Ocean And Fisheries Visiting Fellow

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Award Jan 2022

Affiliate Member, African Academy of Sciences

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Conference Nov 2021

6th OWSD General Assembly and International Conference

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Conference Jun 2021

World Microbe Forum

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Award Jan 2021

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation travel award for scientists from low and lower-middle income countries

Background

🎓 Education & qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

University of Cape Coast

2015

Publications 31 works

ORCID 0000-0001-8569-8433 →

2026

In Silico identification of bioactive compounds from Syzygium guineense (Willd.) DC. var. guineense as potential DNA gyrase inhibitors against Salmonella Typhi

Tashie Evangeline Ngwanguong, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Patrick O. Sakyi, Gerald Ngo Teke et al.

In Silico Research in Biomedicine · Article · Source: OpenAlex

Patterns of early-life microbial exposure and infection risk in hospital-born neonates in a tertiary hospital setting in Ghana

Mary Fosuah, Ernest Osei, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Dickson Kofi Wiredu Ocansey

BMC Microbiology · Article · Source: OpenAlex

2025

Macrophage immunometabolism dysregulation and inflammatory disorders

Karen Pomeyie, Francis Abrokwah, Daniel Boison, Benjamin Amoani et al.

Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy · Article · 32 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Genomic determinants of antibiotic resistance for Helicobacter pylori treatment: a retrospective phenotypic and genotypic observational study

Francisco José Martínez-Martínez, Chiner-Oms Alvaro, Victoria Furió, Francisco José Martínez-Martínez et al.

The Lancet Microbe · Article · 9 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) Bark as a Natural Alternative to Sodium Nitrate in Pork Sausages: Effects on Proximate Composition, Sensory and Shelf Life Analyses

M. Teye, Godwin Lartey, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Michael Buenor Adinortey

ACS Food Science & Technology · Article · 2 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Mutational analysis of antibiotic resistance genes in Helicobacter pylori from Ghanaian dyspepsia patients: Implications for treatment strategies

Eric Gyamerah Ofori, Foster Kyei, Emmanuel Ayitey Tagoe, Ansumana Bockarie et al.

Aspects of Molecular Medicine · Article · 1 citation · Source: OpenAlex

The relevance of biomarkers for diagnosis, monitoring treatment response and immunity during tuberculosis infections

Prince Amoah Barnie, Festus Agbatey, Godwin Amponsah Asiamah, William Gyamesi et al.

Mycobacteria · Article · 1 citation · Source: OpenAlex

A study protocol for the assessment of antibiotic use and bacterial antimicrobial resistance among children under five years of age: Implications for a resource-limited setting

Onome T. Abiri, Troy D. Moon, John S. Schieffelin, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey et al.

PLoS ONE · Article · Source: OpenAlex

A study protocol for the assessment of antibiotic use and bacterial antimicrobial resistance among children under five years of age: implications for a resource-limited setting

Onome T. Abiri, Troy D. Moon, John S. Schieffelin, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey et al.

medRxiv · Preprint · Source: OpenAlex

Helicobacter pylori: Detection of dupA, iceA and cagE genes in Ghanaian patients with dyspepsia

Eric Gyamerah Ofori, Foster Kyei, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Ansumana Bockarie et al.

International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences · Article · Source: OpenAlex

Isolation and Assessment of Antagonistic Microbial Interactions from Environmental Samples

Matilda Domeyo Ahadjie, Fauzia Nurudeen, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey

Advances in life science and technology · Article · Source: OpenAlex

Review Paper : Providing credence to the ethnomedicinal value of Gomphrena celosioides Mart: a systematic review

Daniel Boison, Derrick Owusu, Robertson Akrofi, Prince Amoah Barnie et al.

International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences · Review · Source: OpenAlex

2024

Implementation of good manufacturing practices (GMP) to improve the quality of smoked fish (Scomber colias)

Vivianne Geraldo, Jerry Ampofo‐Asiama, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Isaac Okyere et al.

Heliyon · Article · 11 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2023

The Helicobacter pylori Genome Project: insights into H. pylori population structure from analysis of a worldwide collection of complete genomes

Kaisa Thorell, Zilia Y. Muñoz-Ramírez, Difei Wang, Santiago Sandoval‐Motta et al.

Nature Communications · Article · 80 citations · Source: OpenAlex

The inaugural mBio Junior Editorial Board—lessons learned and the path forward toward improving the peer review process

Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Stephen K. Dolan, Sarah M. Doore, Rebeccah S. Lijek et al.

mBio · Editorial · 1 citation · Source: OpenAlex

Implementation of a Basic GMP/HACCP System to Improve the Quality of Smoked Fish

Vivian Geraldo Foli, Jerry Ampofo‐Asiama, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Isaac Okyere et al.

SSRN Electronic Journal · Preprint · Source: OpenAlex

2022

Molecular Structure-Based Screening of the Constituents of Calotropis procera Identifies Potential Inhibitors of Diabetes Mellitus Target Alpha Glucosidase

Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Gabriel B. Kwarko, Russell Koranteng, Daniel Boison et al.

Current Issues in Molecular Biology · Article · 37 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Identification of molecular determinants of antibiotic resistance in some fish farms of Ghana

Rosemary Agbeko, Denis Worlanyo Aheto, Daniel K.A. Asante, Noble Kwame Asare et al.

Heliyon · Article · 14 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Honey as a Natural Product Worthy of Re-Consideration in Treating MRSA Wound Infections

Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Michael A. Wilson, Samuel K. Kwofie

IntechOpen eBooks · Book-chapter · 2 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2021

Identification of novel potential inhibitors of varicella-zoster virus thymidine kinase from ethnopharmacologic relevant plants through an in-silico approach

Samuel K. Kwofie, Dorothy Gyamfua Annan, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Daniel Boison et al.

Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics · Article · 9 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Identification of novel potential inhibitors of varicella-zoster virus thymidine kinase from ethnopharmacologic relevant plants through an in-silico approach

Samuel K. Kwofie, Dorothy Gyamfua Annan, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Daniel Boison et al.

Figshare · Dataset · Source: OpenAlex

2020

Multiple Antibiotic Resistance-Coliform Bacteria in Some Selected Fish Farms of the Central Region of Ghana

Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Denis Worlanyo Aheto, Alex Asomeni Boateng, Rosemary Agbeko

Scientifica · Article · 27 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2019

Helicobacter pyloriInfection, Virulence Genes’ Distribution and Accompanying Clinical Outcomes: The West Africa Situation

Eric Gyamerah Ofori, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Ansumana Bockarie, Foster Kyei et al.

BioMed Research International · Article · 34 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Costus afer: A Systematic Review of Evidence-Based Data in support of Its Medicinal Relevance

Daniel Boison, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Godwin Kweku Babanyinah, Olga Quasie et al.

Scientifica · Review · 26 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2018

DNA damage protecting activity and antioxidant potential of Launaea taraxacifolia leaves extract

Alexander Weremfo, MichaelBuenor Adinortey, Charles Ansah, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey et al.

Journal of Natural Science Biology and Medicine · Article · 34 citations · Source: OpenAlex

In vitro H+/K+-ATPase Inhibition, Antiradical effects of a flavonoid-rich fraction of Dissotis rotundifolia, and In silico PASS Prediction of its isolated compounds

Michael Buenor Adinortey, Charles Ansah, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Justine McGiboney et al.

Journal of Natural Science Biology and Medicine · Article · 12 citations · Source: OpenAlex

The Ethnopharmacological and Nutraceutical Relevance of Launaea taraxacifolia (Willd.) Amin ex C. Jeffrey

Michael Buenor Adinortey, Justice Kwabena Sarfo, Jeffery Kwarteng, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey et al.

Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · Article · 12 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Isolation of Helicobacter pylori from Gastric Biopsy of Dyspeptic Patients in Ghana and In Vitro Preliminary Assessment of the Effect of Dissotis rotundifolia Extract on Its Growth

Michael Buenor Adinortey, Charles Ansah, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Ansumana Bockarie et al.

Journal of Tropical Medicine · Article · 9 citations · Source: OpenAlex

Inhibitory effects of Launaea taraxacifolia and Strychnos spinosa leaves extract on an isolated digestive enzyme linked to type -2 -diabetes mellitus

Michael Buenor Adinortey, Justice Kwabena Sarfo, Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, Eric Gyamerah Ofori et al.

Journal of Biology and Life Science · Article · 6 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2017

Antibiotic Susceptibility Profile and Occurrence of Escherichia coli Isolated from Clinical and Environmental Samples in Cape Coast, Ghana

Cynthia Ayefoumi Adinortey, D.H.A.K. Amewowor, Emmanuel Plas Otwe, I.K.A. Galyuon et al.

Research Journal of Microbiology · Article · 4 citations · Source: OpenAlex

2011

Phytochemical Screening, Proximate and Mineral Composition of Launaea taraxacifolia Leaves

Michael Buenor Adinortey, Justice Kwabena Sarfo, Enoch T. Quayson, Alexander Weremfo et al.

Research Journal of Medicinal Plant · Article · 57 citations · Source: OpenAlex

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Engagements

📅 Conferences attended

2009 26th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association, Golden Jubilee Edition Registered participant and Presenter · University of Cape Coast
2020 Organization of women in Science for the developing world (OWSD), Ghana Chapter Webinar series 1, 2, 3 and 4 Registered Participant and Presenter · Online
2021 World Microbe Forum Registered Participant and Presenter · Online
2021 6th OWSD General Assembly and International Conference Registered Participant · Online
2017 1st Conference on Fisheries and Coastal Environment Registered participant, Presenter · Errata Hotel, Accra (Ghana)
2019 31st Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association Registered participant and Presenter · University of Cape Coast (Ghana)
2013 6th Annual Conference of the Ghana Biomedical Convention Registered Participant · University of Cape Coast (Ghana)
2010 4th Scientific Meeting of Western Africa Network of Natural Products Research Scientists (WANNPRES) Registered Participant · Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso)
2019 2nd Conference on Fisheries and Coastal Environment Registered participant and Presenter · Mensvic Grand Hotel, Accra (Ghana)

Honors & affiliations

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Africa-UBC Ocean And Fisheries Visiting Fellow
University of British Columbia, Vancouver (Canada) · 2024
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Affiliate Member, African Academy of Sciences
African Academy of Sciences (AAS) · 2022
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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation travel award for scientists from low and lower-middle income countries
American Society for Microbiology · 2021
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Scholarship for Building Capacity of FacultiesThrough Sponsorship of Brilliant First-Degree Holders
Ghana Education Trust Fund · 2009
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American Society for Cell Biology Workshop Grant
American Society for Cell Biology · 2009
Member
Mothers in Science · 2023
Member
Applied Microbiology International · 2022
Member
AMR Insight Ambassadors · 2021
Member
Ghana Association of University Women (GAUW) · 2018
Member and Convener, Hegg Hoffet Fund (2022 - date)
Graduate Women International (GWI) · 2018
Member
Organization of Women in Science from Developing Countries (OWSD) · 2018
Member
University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) · 2016
Member
American Society for Microbiology (ASM) · 2013
Member and Past Honorary Branch Treasurer (2014-2019)
Ghana Science Association (GSA) · 2009

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