Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has achieved another research milestone with the award of an International Brain Research Organisation (IBRO) research grant to Oyeronke Animashaun of the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics. The grant aims to support researchers in maintaining continuity in their scientific careers while on parental leave. Animashaun's research focuses on modulating neurodegeneration using a medicinal plant.
According to the university's Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, Animashaun's study has potential implications for understanding and managing neurological disorders. This achievement highlights UNIOSUN's growing emphasis on research excellence and innovation. The university is committed to creating an academic environment that enables researchers to sustain productive careers while contributing to global scientific knowledge.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Odunayo Clement Adebooye congratulated Animashaun on the achievement, describing the grant as an indication of the growing visibility and impact of research conducted by UNIOSUN scholars. He said the university would continue to provide an enabling environment for researchers to pursue innovative studies and attract competitive grants and fellowships from reputable international organisations.
Adebooye added that UNIOSUN is committed to strengthening its research capacity and supporting its academic community to develop solutions to societal challenges. He expressed encouragement by the focus of Animashaun's research on neurodegeneration and the exploration of medicinal plants. The study has the potential to advance knowledge, improve lives, and enhance UNIOSUN's global visibility.
The Vice-Chancellor urged other researchers at the university to remain committed to producing research capable of attracting national and international recognition. He stated that the latest achievement is part of UNIOSUN's growing list of research successes. The university aims to deepen its research profile and establish stronger global partnerships.
The IBRO grant award further highlights UNIOSUN's efforts to support researchers in maintaining continuity in their scientific careers while on parental leave. Animashaun's success reflects the quality of research being undertaken by UNIOSUN scholars and the growing recognition of its researchers on the international stage.
UNIOSUN has secured several notable grants in recent times, including a US$100,000 grant for malaria vector management. The university's academic programmes have also expanded, with 128 programmes currently available. With this latest achievement, UNIOSUN continues to demonstrate its commitment to research excellence and innovation.
Key points
- Oyeronke Animashaun wins IBRO grant to advance neurodegeneration research using medicinal plants.
- The grant aims to support researchers in maintaining continuity in their scientific careers while on parental leave.
- UNIOSUN is committed to strengthening its research capacity and supporting its academic community to develop solutions to societal challenges.
