peter Mwendwa
@petermwendwa
Research scientist at Kenyatta University who co-authored two peer-reviewed publications on medicinal-plant endophytes.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
At Kenyatta University, I investigated medicinal-plant endophytes and their antimicrobial and enzyme-producing potential. I co-authored two peer-reviewed publications and developed laboratory procedures for enzyme quantification and reproducible microbial culture work.
At Kenya Water Institute, I analyzed water samples and assisted with laboratory workflow improvements that reduced turnaround time from five days to three. My research interests include plant–microbe interactions, plant health, and sustainable agriculture, and my current PhD research at KEMRI Graduate School examines the antibiotic potential of endophytic microorganisms and their bioactive metabolites.
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Intern — Environmental & Water Microbiology
Kenya Water Institute (KEWI)
Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)
Conducted microbiological and physicochemical analysis of water samples, applied SOPs and GLP principles, and improved laboratory workflow reducing turnaround time by 40%. Supervised student practical sessions and contributed to technical reports.
Graduate Research Scientist
Kenyatta University
Jan 2019 - Dec 2024 (5 years 11 months)
Conducted MSc research on microbial endophytes from medicinal plants, focusing on antimicrobial and enzyme-producing potential. Isolated and cultured endophytes, performed antimicrobial assays, and quantified lignocellulolytic enzymes.
Research / Industrial Attachment
Coffee Research Institute (KALRO)
Participated in coffee seedling establishment, field inspection, and pathology laboratory work. Gained exposure to banana tissue culture and basic molecular procedures in an agricultural research setting.
Education
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KEMRI Graduate School
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Medical Microbiology
2025 -
Current doctoral research focuses on the antibiotic potential of endophytic microorganisms and their bioactive metabolites, with emphasis on plant-associated microbial resources.
Kenyatta University
Master of Science (MSc), Medical Microbiology
2019 - 2024
Thesis: Antimicrobial Activity, Phytochemical Screening, and Lignocellulolytic Enzyme Quantification of Microbial Endophytes from Aloe secundiflora and Azadirachta indica.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Microbiology
2014 - 2018
Grade: Upper Second Class Honours
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with Upper Second Class Honours.
Kabati Catholic Computer College
Certificate, Information Technology
2014 - 2014
Grade: Distinction
Certificate in Information Technology with Distinction.
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