DR. PEACE DOE

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Dr. Peace Doe is a Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology with a strong background in bioactive natural products. Her research focuses on the discovery, characterization, and pharmacological evaluation of natural compounds derived from medicinal plants. She is particularly interested in antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents and in understanding the mechanisms underlying their therapeutic effects.

Dr. Doe also investigates factors that contribute to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with the aim of identifying innovative strategies to address this growing global health challenge.

In addition to her research, she contributes actively to academic and administrative services that enhance student learning within the University and the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. She is dedicated to mentoring students, supporting curriculum development, and fostering critical thinking and scientific inquiry.

Her goal is to continue growing as a scientist while advancing impactful research in pharmacology and training the next generation of pharmacists and researchers.

Basic Information
Name: Dr. Peace Mawunyo Doe
Designation: Senior Lecturer
Department: Department of Pharmaceutical Science
Institutional Email: pdoe@central.edu.gh
Office Location: Room 102, Pharmacy Block

Academic Qualifications/Education:

  • PhD, Pharmacology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana, 2023.
  • M.Sc., Clinical Pharmacology,University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom,2014.
  • B.Sc., Pharmacology, College of Medicine of the University of Lagos, Nigeria, 2011.

Research Interests

  • Natural products
  • Pre-clinical drug discovery

Publications

Sarfo, A., Oteng-Boahen, K., Doe, P., Addy, B. S., Barfour, A. F., Tagoe, M., & Abotsi, W. (2025). Further studies on the anticonvulsant potential of extracts from Ceiba pentandra (L.) Gaertn in a rat model of convulsion. Journal of Phytopharmacology, 14(2), 96–103. https://doi.org/10.31254/phyto.2025.14204

Doe, P., Danquah, C. A., Ohemeng, K. A., Buabeng, K. O., Kasukose, M. A., Dukely, M. A., Oteng-Boahen, K., Sarfo, A., Hitch, G., & Ofori, M. (2025). Evaluation of the knowledge and attitude of non-healthcare students in Central University, Ghana, on antibiotic resistance. Archives of Pharmacy Practice, 16(3), 41–45. https://doi.org/10.51847/LHxGX8Ykfa

Danquah, C. A., Minkah, P. A. B., Agana, T. A., Moyo, P., Ofori, M., Doe, P., Rali, S., Duah, I. O., Jr., Amankwah, K. B., Somuah, S. O., Nugbemado, I. N., Maharaj, V. J., Bhakta, S., & Gibbons, S. (2022). The phytochemistry and pharmacology of Tulbaghia, Allium, Crinum, and Cyrtanthus: “Talented” taxa from the Amaryllidaceae. Molecules, 27(14), 4475. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules27144475

Ofori, M., Danquah, C. A., Asante, J., Ativui, S., Doe, P., Taribabu, A. A.-N., Nugbemado, I. N., & Mensah, A. N. (2023). Betulin and Crinum asiaticum L. bulb extracts attenuate pulmonary fibrosis by downregulating pro-fibrotic and pro-inflammatory cytokines in a bleomycin-induced mouse model. Heliyon, 9, e16914.

Doe, P., Danquah, C. A., Ossei, P. P. S., Ohemeng, K. A., Ofori, M., Ativui, S., & Jibira, Y. (2022). Anti-arthritic activity of solvent extracts of the bulbs of Crinum pedunculatum R.Br. Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Asia, 49(6), 526–533. https://doi.org/10.29090/psa.2022.06.22.138

Awards and Recognitions

  • Winner, British Pharmacological Society Travel Bursary Award 2023

Professional Memberships

  • Member, British Pharmacological Association (BPS)
  • Member, American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET)
  • Member, American Society of Microbiology (ASM)

Courses Taught

  • Human Anatomy and Physiology Theory/Practical – (Level 100) UG
  • Introduction to Pharmacology Theory/Practical – (Level 200) UG
  • Systems Pharmacology Theory/Practical – (Level 300) UG
  • Clinical Toxicology Theory – (Level 500) UG
  • Biochemistry Theory/Practical – (Level 200) UG

Additional roles and responsibilities

  • Academic advisor
  • Member, Research and Conference Committee, School of Pharmacy
  • Member, Faculty Board, School of Pharmacy
  • Member, SoP Academic and Professional Standard Progress Committee
  • Appointed as the Departmental Examination Officer for the Department of Clinical Pharmacy
  • Member, CUTA Electoral Committee
  • Member, organising committee for School of Pharmacy Maiden Colloquium. Theme: Drug Discovery Effort at the School of Pharmacy, Central University

Personal Website / Profile Link

Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Peace-Doe-2

ORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5158-1832

SCOPUS ID: 57233658500 

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=new_articles&hl=en&imq=peace+doe#

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