BREAKING: Nigerian Lecturer Awarded Over N115m for Research

Cursory: Dr. Olabanji Surakat, a lecturer at Osun State University, secured a $76,790.14 (over N115m) research grant from the End Fund Organization in New York, USA.

Dr. Olabanji Surakat, a lecturer in the Department of Zoology at Osun State University, has secured a research grant worth $76,790.14 from the End Fund Organization in New York, USA.

According to a statement from the university’s Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, this grant is part of the “Reaching the Last Mile Field Entomology Mentorship Programme,” demonstrating the university’s dedication to cutting-edge research.

The project, titled “Operational Research Project – Multi-country evaluation of modified human landing collection method for collecting simulium damnosum vectors (Nigeria),” aims to comprehensively assess the modified human landing collection method for gathering Simulium damnosum vectors across multiple countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Chad, and Burkina Faso.

The End Fund, known for its commitment to eliminating neglected tropical diseases, has awarded this grant as part of its mentorship program.

Dr. Surakat expressed gratitude for Osun State University’s pivotal role in facilitating his participation in the mentorship program.

He highlighted the importance of such programs in nurturing research talent and fostering global collaboration.

Prof. Odunayo Clement Adebooye, the Vice-Chancellor, congratulated Dr. Surakat, stating that the grant not only underscores the university’s commitment to advancing research but also enhances the institution’s global standing.

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