Lecturer at Central University of Technology, South Africa
Mr. Ntagi Gerald Mariri is a dedicated researcher and scholar in the field of biomedical technology, currently pursuing a Doctor of Health Sciences degree at the Central University of Technology. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology and Physiology from the University of South Africa and a Baccalaureus Technologiae in Biomedical Technology from the Central University of Technology, where he also completed his Master of Health Sciences with a focus on the bioactivity of South African plants. His current research explores the inhibitory effects of these plants against mycotoxigenic phytopathogens. A recipient of multiple scholarships and funding, including the DAAD-NRF In-Country Masters Scholarship and the Thuthuka Funding Instrument, Mr. Mariri has published notable studies in reputable journals, contributing significantly to the fields of health sciences and plant-based research. With expertise in teaching, community engagement, and curriculum development, he is committed to advancing education and research in health sciences.
Profile:
Education
Mr. Mariri holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology and Physiology from the University of South Africa (2012) and a Baccalaureus Technologiae in Biomedical Technology from the Central University of Technology (2013). His educational foundation in biomedical technology is further advanced by completing a Master of Health Sciences in Biomedical Technology (2015-2017) at the Central University of Technology, where his dissertation, titled “In vitro evaluation of the bioactivity of Gnidia polycephala and Senecio serratuloides,” demonstrated his focus on plant-based research. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Health Sciences in Biomedical Technology (2021-present), investigating the inhibitory effects of South African plants against mycotoxigenic phytopathogens, further contributing to agricultural and environmental sustainability. Mr. Mariri’s education also extends to teaching, as he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education in 2024, enhancing his academic expertise.
Professional Experiences
Mr. Ntagi Gerald Mariri has cultivated a rich professional experience within academia and research, primarily in the field of biomedical technology. His career is marked by a strong commitment to both teaching and research. He has honed skills in teaching, learning, and assessment, and has played a pivotal role in community engagement initiatives. In addition, Mr. Mariri has made significant contributions to curriculum development and academic program coordination, ensuring that educational offerings in health sciences remain innovative and effective. His expertise in health sciences research is evident through his ongoing doctoral work, where he investigates the inhibitory effects of South African plants on mycotoxigenic phytopathogens. He has also been involved in high-impact research projects funded by notable organizations such as the Thuthuka Funding Instrument and the Department of Higher Education and Training’s University Staff Doctoral Programme (USDP). Through his combination of academic, administrative, and research-oriented roles, Mr. Mariri has established himself as a well-rounded professional committed to advancing both education and scientific research in health sciences.
Research Interests
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Award And Recognition
Mr. Ntagi Gerald Mariri has received several prestigious awards and recognitions throughout his academic and research career, reflecting his dedication and contributions to the field of biomedical technology. He was the first recipient of the DAAD-NRF In-Country Masters Scholarship at the Central University of Technology in 2016, recognizing his academic excellence and potential in research. Additionally, he has been a recipient of the Thuthuka Funding Instrument from 2021 to 2023, which supported his ongoing doctoral research on South African medicinal plants and their inhibitory effects against mycotoxigenic phytopathogens. Further highlighting his contributions to academia, Mr. Mariri was awarded the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) University Staff Doctoral Programme (USDP) funding from 2022 to 2024, which recognizes and supports promising researchers pursuing doctoral studies. These awards underscore Mr. Mariri’s commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and his leadership in the health sciences.
Conclusion
- The In Vitro Cytotoxicity, Genotoxicity and LC-ToF-MS Profiling of Four South African Plants with Good Antifungal Activity
- Authors: N.G. Mariri, N.I. Mongalo, T.J. Makhafola
- Year: 2024
- Journal: South African Journal of Botany
- Volume: 174, Pages: 446–455
- Access: Open access
- GC-ToF-MS Profiling and In Vitro Inhibitory Effects of Selected South African Plants Against Important Mycotoxigenic Phytopathogens
- Authors: N.G. Mariri, P.M. Dikhoba, N.I. Mongalo, T.J. Makhafola
- Year: 2023
- Journal: Life
- Volume: 13(8), Article: 1660
- Citations: 1
- Access: Open access
- GC/TOF-MS-Based Phytochemical Analysis, In Vitro Antiproliferative Effects, Antioxidant, and Antibacterial Activity of Sarcophyte Sanguinea Subsp. Piriei (Hutch.) B. Hansen
- Authors: Y. Mbakazi, A.P. Kappo, O.S. Soyingbe, … , N.G. Mariri, N.I. Mongalo
- Year: 2022
- Journal: South African Journal of Botany
- Volume: 150, Pages: 752–758
- Citations: 2
- Access: Open access