medical research

2024 ICHAIR Week: NIMR Hosts Medical Science Students Across Nigeria, Rewards Excellent Young Researchers

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The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) held its 14th annual International Conference on Health Advances, Innovation, and Research (ICHAIR), welcoming students from various institutions across Nigeria. The ICHAIR conference, established in 2010, is an annual gathering of international biomedical professionals aimed at discussing critical issues in health, biomedical research, diagnostics, and emerging trends in … Read more

NIMR DG Calls For Increased Local Funding To Tackle Nigeria’s Health Challenges

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NIMR Local Funding Health

Professor John Oladapo Obafunwa, the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), has expressed concern over the inadequate funding of medical research in Nigeria. He emphasized that while international collaborations and foreign funding have been pivotal, local investment is crucial to address the nation’s unique health challenges. EDITOR’S PICKS  Electricity Meter Costs … Read more

Embracing Technology in Lab Diagnostics is Essential – Prof. Audu

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The Director of Research and Deputy Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Professor Rosemary Ajuma Audu, has emphasized the need for technology in laboratory diagnostics. She stated this on Thursday at Lead City University’s 17th inaugural lecture. The lecture, titled Challenges and Prospects of Laboratory Diagnostics in Africa: Disentangling the Puzzle, explored … Read more

Tinubu Appoints Joseph Tegbe as DG for Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership

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President Bola Tinubu has appointed Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the Director-General and Global Liaison for Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, marking a significant step in the bilateral relationship between the two countries. This announcement was made by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy), in a statement released on Sunday. Tegbe’s appointment aligns with … Read more

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