Willy Barinem Vidona

@aauekpoma.edu.ng

Senior Lecturer/Department of Anatomy/Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
Ambrose Alli University

Willy Barinem Vidona


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Dr. Willy Barinem Vidona is professional academic, a renowned researcher with interest in Anatomical sciences and focus in Forensic/identity anthropology and medical education. He is a member of Anatomical Society of Nigeria, Member of the Society for experimental and Clinical Anatomist of Nigeria, Member of Nigeria Institute of Management. As an erudite scholar he has published over 50 manuscripts, including 2 books and 3 book chapters. He has served as member and editorial board member of many Journals include Open Journals Nigeria, Acta Scientific Open International, Biomedical Science Publishing Group, USA among others.
Dr Vidona has participated in various workshops and trainings building innovative expertise. He has taught, mentored, trained and supervised hundreds of hundreds to graduation in both private and public Universities in Nigeria, serving in various capacities.

EDUCATION

2014-2018: Ph.D Anatomy (Anthropometry) - Enugu State University of Science and Technology Nigeria
2011-2014: M.Sc Anatomy - Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria
2013-2015: PGD, Education - National Open University of Nigeria, Kaduna
2002-2006: B.Sc Anatomy - University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Anatomy, Anthropology, Structural Biology, Human Factors and Ergonomics

FUTURE PROJECTS

Forensic mycology of fungi species as biomarkers for human decomposition


Applications Invited

Identifying potential cadaver decomposition sites through soil chemistry


Applications Invited

Investigation of microbes and minerals in human taphonomic examination


Applications Invited
6

Scopus Publications

86

Scholar Citations

5

Scholar h-index

3

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

  • Pediatric foot anthropometry and its correlation with growth assessment
    Willy Barinem Vidona, Titilayo Opeyemi Bolaji, Collins Nduka Esomchi
    Scientific Reports, 2026
    Foot dimensions, particularly length and width, are essential anthropometric parameters often used in health, ergonomics, and footwear design. This study aimed to investigate the correlation between foot dimensions, age, and height among children aged 4 to 12 years in Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria. A cross-sectional descriptive survey was conducted with 389 children, randomly selected from schools and community centres. Data were collected using standardised anthropometric measurements, including foot length, foot width, and height, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Pearson’s correlation and independent t-tests were used to examine relationships among variables and to identify sex-based differences. Descriptive statistics revealed variations in foot dimensions across the age groups, with a mean foot length of 19.49 cm and a mean foot width of 6.87 cm. Foot length showed moderate-to-strong correlations with age in younger children (overall r = 0.549, p < 0.001) and a strong correlation with height (r = 0.652, p < 0.001), while foot width exhibited weaker positive correlations with age (r range 0.254–0.513) and height (r = 0.233, p < 0.001). No significant sex differences were observed (all p > 0.05). The findings highlight the progressive changes in foot dimensions with age and height and their potential applications in pediatric health, footwear design, and ergonomic planning.
  • A cross-sectional anthropometric analysis of diabetic patients in a tertiary care facility: Implications for risk assessment and targeted interventions
    Romanian Journal of Diabetes Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases, 2025
  • The Influence of Mushroom on the Taphonomic Process of Cadaver
    Willy Barinem Vidona, Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji, Charity Willy‐Vidona
    Mushroom Biotechnology for Improved Agriculture and Human Health, 2025
    The relationship between corpse taphonomic processes and mushrooms is the subject of a multidisciplinary study at the nexus of soil microbial science and forensic science. With concern about post-mortem periods and the complex dynamics of cadaver decomposition, this study explores the microbiological properties of soil fungus, namely the mushroom fruiting from burial sites, and investigates their potential as indications for forensic interpretations. The process by which cadavers decompose is essential to the cycling of nutrients and energy transformation in ecosystems. Both living and non-living factors have a complex impact on the intrinsic mechanisms of decay. Species of mushrooms, including unique genera like Penicillium, Aspergillus, Candida, and Mucor, have been identified as major contributors to the various stages of decomposition; and have been isolated from preserved bodies in archaeological investigations. The presence of certain species of mushrooms near cadaver burial sites and the relationship between particular mushrooms and decomposing remains illustrate the potential role that mushrooms may play in forensic interpretations. Notably, the quantity and timing of mushrooms, as well as their presence in the area carry significant relevance in estimating the taphonomic processes and post-mortem intervals. The research examines into the phylogeny of fungi, with a focus on mushrooms, which are the most widely known form. In the lack of a complete fossil record, molecular phylogenetic investigations, together with biochemical features and archaeological evidence, help determine evolutionary relationships. In addition, the study highlights the taphonomic process of mushrooms by describing the changes that occur in the surrounding environment when corpses are released into the natural environment. This study's result emphasizes the significance of mushrooms as markers in forensic taphonomy, which helps with post-mortem interval estimation and burial site identification. The development rates of fungal spores and species are controlled by temperature and humidity conditions, despite the fact that fungi are known to be important micro-agents in cadaver decomposition also highlights the need for environmental factors in forensic investigations by this work.
  • Assessment of the Demographic Burden of Epidemics and Diseases within the African Sub-Region: A Review of Recent Epidemiological Data, Responses, and Resultant Psychosocial Risk Tendencies
    Willy Barinem Vidona, Charity Willy-Vidona, Lekpa Kingdom David, Bassey Monday Abia, John Nwolim Paul, Ukpai Agwu Eze
    Hygiene, 2024
    Background: Over the past few decades, epidemic outbreaks and disease occurrences have become more frequent and widespread in Africa, posing challenges for poor countries in the region and impacting vulnerable populations. Limited resources, inadequate healthcare infrastructure, socioeconomic inequalities, malnutrition, mass gatherings, and lack of proper sanitation and hygiene contribute to Africa’s high burden of epidemics and infectious diseases such as cholera, measles, monkeypox, Ebola viral disease, and COVID-19. This paper reviewed epidemic outbreaks and diseases transmitted through intimate contact in Africa and their impacts on vulnerable populations. Methods: A narrative review approach was adopted to gather and analyze the relevant literature on epidemic outbreaks in African sub-regions. The review encompassed causes, transmission patterns, demographic impact, community susceptibility, preventive measures, and psychosocial risk-taking behaviors. Results: This study emphasizes the importance of addressing the causes of response lapses and the resulting human, material, and economic losses in the region. Effective preventive measures include disease surveillance, early mitigation strategies, contact tracing, personal protective measures, improved political and public health leadership, and socioeconomic equity. However, the review highlights challenges in implementing these measures effectively due to limited resources, delayed detection, and difficulties in scaling up response solutions. Conclusions: There is a need for a comprehensive approach involving health departments, infrastructure development, and addressing socioeconomic factors.
  • The Correlation Between Body Extremities Morphometrics and Athletic Performance Among University Sports Students
    Journal of Morphological Sciences, 2023
  • Effects of X-ray Radiation on the Motor Neurons of the Corticospinal Tract of Albino Wistar Rats
    Journal of Morphological Sciences, 2022

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Anthropometric Epidemiology of Lower Back Pain: Evaluating Stature as a Predictor in Adults from a Semi-Urban Nigerian Community
    WB Vidona
    Sch Bull 12 (2), 38-47 , 2026
    2026
  • Anthropometric Variables and Lower Back Pain in Student Population: Implications for Ergonomic and Lifestyle Interventions
    WB Vidona
    Sch J App Med Sci 11, 1945-1951 , 2025
    2025
  • A cross-sectional anthropometric analysis of diabetic patients in a tertiary care facility: Implications for risk assessment and targeted interventions
    WB Vidona, OE Aiyohuyin, KE Nwanama
    Romanian Journal of Diabetes Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases 32 (3), 296-303 , 2025
    2025
  • The Influence of Mushroom on the Taphonomic Process of Cadaver
    WB Vidona, CO Adetunji, C Willy‐Vidona
    Mushroom Biotechnology for Improved Agriculture and Human Health, 307-315 , 2025
    2025
  • Prevalence and Predictors of Obesity in School Children in Esan Community of Edo State, Nigeria
    WB Vidona, UE Favour, JN Paul, EE Chukwuka, OC Ogbe, PN Ogbonda, ...
    Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice 8 (1), 292-299 , 2025
    2025
  • Stature Estimation from Upper Limb Measurements in Healthy and Obese Children
    WB Vidona, FC Richard, CO Ogbe, JN Paul, PN Ogbonda, ...
    Asian Journal of Research in Nursing and Health 8 (1), 204-212 , 2025
    2025
  • Significant of Nanochitosan in the Management of Biotic Stress
    WB Vidona, C Willy‐Vidona, CO Adetunji
    Nanochitosan Applications for Enhanced Crop Production and Food Security … , 2025
    2025
  • Nutritional Assessment Using Ponderal Index and its Determinants in Prepubertal Children at Orphanage Home
    WB Vidona, S Yetunde, SE Ehebha
    2025
  • Microbiological content and proximate composition of edible frogs
    C Willy-Vidona, WB Vidona
    Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition 3 (2), 202-210 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 1
  • Assessment of the Demographic Burden of Epidemics and Diseases within the African Sub-Region: A Review of Recent Epidemiological Data, Responses, and Resultant Psychosocial …
    UAE Vidona, Willy Barinem, Charity Willy-Vidona, Lekpa Kingdom David, Bassey ...
    Hygiene 4 (3), 346-360 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 6
  • Neuroprotective effect of ethanolic leaf extracts of Vernonia amygdalina and Cymbopogon citratus on diabetes induced cognitive impairments in mice
    AB Monday, CIP Anibeze, SN Ijioma, WB Vidona, TC Baaba
    Journal of Food Technology & Nutrition Sciences. SRC/JFTNS/171. DOI: doi … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • The Correlation Between Body Extremities Morphometrics and Athletic Performance Among University Sports Students.
    SOE Lekpa Kingdom David, Willy Barinem Vidona, Ibeachu Chinagorum Petrolina
    Journal of Morphological Sciences 40, 428-437 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • Ameliorating effect of ethanolic leaf extract of Telfairia occidentalis on the histology of livers of lead-induced rats
    JU Agbai, NO Ifegwu, WB Vidona, EL Mbanaso, CJ Elem, TR Oscar
    2023
  • Costus Afer Ameliorates Lead-Induced Reproductive Alterations in the Pituitary-Testicular Axis: Histopathological and Biochemical Studies
    AB Monday, WB Vidona, SN Ijioma, HK Okechukwu, NO Ifegwu
    Journal of Immunology Research & Reports. SRC/JIRR-131. DOI: doi. org/10 … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • Medical Students Perception of Anatomage: A 3D Interactive (Virtual) Anatomy Dissection Table
    AE Memudu, IC Anna, MO Gabriel, A Oviosun, WB Vidona, AA Odetola, ...
    medRxiv, 2022.04. 25.22274178 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 4
  • The Outcome of Utilising Virtual Learning Environment in Anatomy Learning: A Perspective of Preclinical Medicine Students in Edo State University
    JA Chukwu, WB Vidona
    European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences 4 (2), 93-98 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 1
  • Assessment of the Perception and Impact of Anatomy Education via Virtual Learning Environment: A Study Using Edo State University Uzairue
    WB Vidona, JA Chukwu, EI Ekhoye
    Journal of Clinical & Biomedical Research. SRC/JCBR-148. DOI: doi. org/10 … , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 1
  • Effects of X-ray Radiation on the Motor Neurons of the Corticospinal Tract of Albino Wistar Rats.
    LK David, WB Vidona, PC Ibeachu
    Journal of Morphological Sciences 39 , 2022
    2022
  • Gradual and Uniform Transformation of Species by Micro Evaluation
    W Vidona, O Aiol
    2021
  • Craniometry Patterns of Nigerians and its correlation with chronological age
    W Vidona, O Aiol
    Journal of Phylogenetics and Evolutionary Biology 9, 212 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 1

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Anthropometric study on the anatomical variation of the external ear amongst Port Harcourt students, Nigeria
    AGC Osunwoke EA, Vidona WB
    International Journal of Anatomical Variation 11 (4), 144-147 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 22
  • Evaluation of the anxiolytic activity of the leaves of Nymphaea lotus (Water Lily) in mice.
    VWB Aduema W, Akunneh-Wariso C, Amah AK
    Biomedical Case Report 2 (1), 15-18 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 14
  • Assessment of Liver Histomorphology and Curative Effect of Chloroform Extract of Telfairia Occidentalis Seed on Carbon Tetrachloride (CCL4) Induced Liver Toxicity in Wistar Rats
    VWB Wadioni A
    Journal of Biomedical Sciences 7 (1), 1-6 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 10
  • Assessment of the Demographic Burden of Epidemics and Diseases within the African Sub-Region: A Review of Recent Epidemiological Data, Responses, and Resultant Psychosocial …
    UAE Vidona, Willy Barinem, Charity Willy-Vidona, Lekpa Kingdom David, Bassey ...
    Hygiene 4 (3), 346-360 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 6
  • Evaluation of Psychoactive Substance use and its risk factors among Public School Students of Rivers State, Nigeria
    BT Vidona W. B*, Wadioni A, Okeke S. N
    Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research 7 (3), 175-182 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 6
  • Medical Students Perception of Anatomage: A 3D Interactive (Virtual) Anatomy Dissection Table
    AE Memudu, IC Anna, MO Gabriel, A Oviosun, WB Vidona, AA Odetola, ...
    medRxiv, 2022.04. 25.22274178 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 4
  • Anatomical evaluation of the craniometric points and dimensions among adult’s populations of the South-Eastern Nigerians and its implication for intracranial surgical procedures
    LK David, WB Vidona
    Glob J Medical Clin Case Rep 8 (3), 116-119 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 3
  • Anthropological Assessment of Foot Dimensions of the South-East Ancestral Divisions of Nigeria
    DLKMAB VVidona WB*, Anibeze CIP
    Journal of Anthropology Reports 3 (1), 1-7 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 3
  • A review study of Cerebral palsy as a motor disability syndrome in children
    LK David, WB Vidona, LK David, WB Vidona
    World J Adv Res Rev 12 (1), 112-6 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 2
  • Research and innovation in nation building: index for sustainable development in critical sector of the Nigerian State
    WB Vidona
    Science and Education 2 (7), 346-353 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 2
  • The reducing effect of white nymphea lotus (Water lily) on pain sensation in mice
    WB Aduema W. , Amah, A.K. Akunneh-Wariso C Vidona
    Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences 9 (2), 2094-2099 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 2
  • Microbiological content and proximate composition of edible frogs
    C Willy-Vidona, WB Vidona
    Asian Journal of Food Research and Nutrition 3 (2), 202-210 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 1
  • Neuroprotective effect of ethanolic leaf extracts of Vernonia amygdalina and Cymbopogon citratus on diabetes induced cognitive impairments in mice
    AB Monday, CIP Anibeze, SN Ijioma, WB Vidona, TC Baaba
    Journal of Food Technology & Nutrition Sciences. SRC/JFTNS/171. DOI: doi … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • The Correlation Between Body Extremities Morphometrics and Athletic Performance Among University Sports Students.
    SOE Lekpa Kingdom David, Willy Barinem Vidona, Ibeachu Chinagorum Petrolina
    Journal of Morphological Sciences 40, 428-437 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • Costus Afer Ameliorates Lead-Induced Reproductive Alterations in the Pituitary-Testicular Axis: Histopathological and Biochemical Studies
    AB Monday, WB Vidona, SN Ijioma, HK Okechukwu, NO Ifegwu
    Journal of Immunology Research & Reports. SRC/JIRR-131. DOI: doi. org/10 … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • The Outcome of Utilising Virtual Learning Environment in Anatomy Learning: A Perspective of Preclinical Medicine Students in Edo State University
    JA Chukwu, WB Vidona
    European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences 4 (2), 93-98 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 1
  • Assessment of the Perception and Impact of Anatomy Education via Virtual Learning Environment: A Study Using Edo State University Uzairue
    WB Vidona, JA Chukwu, EI Ekhoye
    Journal of Clinical & Biomedical Research. SRC/JCBR-148. DOI: doi. org/10 … , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 1
  • Craniometry Patterns of Nigerians and its correlation with chronological age
    W Vidona, O Aiol
    Journal of Phylogenetics and Evolutionary Biology 9, 212 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 1
  • Investigation of clinical and diagnostic features associated with cerebral palsy children in a tertiary health facility in Nigeria
    LK David, WB Vidona
    Journal of Pediatrics Research Reviews & Reports. SRC/JPRRR-135. DOI: doi … , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 1
  • Mucuna Flagellipes Chronic Diet Consumption Improves Explor-atory Behaviour and Body Weight in Mice
    W Aduema, C Akunneh-Wariso, WJ Vidona
    Med. Clin. Res 4 (2) , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 1