Profile
A dedicated Anatomy educator and licensed Physician Assistant at Central University, Ghana, with an MPhil in Human Anatomy. Brings on board expertise in developmental neurobiology, cerebral palsy genetics, and biomedical sciences, combined with strong research skills. Designs and delivers engaging anatomy courses, supervises undergraduate theses, and contributes to curriculum development, fostering academic excellence and student success.
Basic Information:
Name: Ms. Gloria Amo Aidoo
Designation: Lecturer
Department: Department of Physician Assistantship
Institutional Email: gaidoo@central.edu.gh
Office Location: Anatomy Office, Room 003, First Floor, East Wing, Students’ Plaza, Miotso Campus
Academic Qualifications/Education:
- MPhil., Human Anatomy, University of Ghana, 2022
- BSc., Physician Assistantship, Central University, 2018
Research Interests:
- Neurodevelopmental disorders, with a focus on cerebral palsy and genetic determinants.
- Developmental neurobiology and molecular mechanisms underlying brain development.
Publications
Adjenti, S. K., Annan, B., Aidoo, G. A., et al. (2023). Anti-putrefying properties of Manihot esculenta leaf extracts in Sprague Dawley Rats. Journal of Applied and Natural Science, 15(1), 435. https://doi.org/10.31018/jans.v15i1.4361.
Aidoo, G. A., Adjenti, S. K,.et al,. – Digito-palmar dermatoglyphic patterns in children with cerebral palsy and their mothers in Ghana. (Accepted for publication by BMC Pediatrics).
Awards and Recognitions
- MasterCard Foundation Scholarship (2014 – 2018).
- Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), West Africa (2017)
Professional Memberships
- Member, Anatomical Society of Ghana
- Member, Ghana Physician Assistants Association
- MasterCard Foundation Scholars Alumna
- YALI Alumna
Courses Taught
- Human Anatomy – Undergraduate
- Research Methodology – Undergraduate
- Medical Terminologies – Undergraduate
Outreach and Engagement
- Organize community health screenings occasionally
- Organize community clean up exercises occasionally
Additional Roles / Responsibilities
- Member, Tracer Committee
- Member, Timetable Committee
Personal Website / Profile Link
ORCID No. 0000-0002-2759-3067
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloria-amo-aidoo