LASU Alumnus Kehinde Adebiyi Co-Leads Scientific Discovery Published in PNAS

Kehinde Adebiyi, an alumnus of Lagos State University (LASU), has co-led a significant scientific discovery published in the prestigious Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).

The research identifies an unexpected vulnerability in the process through which bacteria build their flagella, the molecular structures that enable bacterial movement.

The findings provide new insights into bacterial cell biology and could contribute to further research into the development of antimicrobial strategies.

Adebiyi’s achievement highlights the growing contributions of LASU-trained scientists to research and scientific advancement within the global scientific community.

The discovery has also been welcomed as a reflection of the value of curiosity, research and academic excellence fostered at Lagos State University.

His accomplishment has further drawn recognition from the LASU community, which celebrated the alumnus for his contribution to scientific research and his representation of the institution on the global stage.