Thomas Adewumi University Invites Scholars to Contribute to Interdisciplinary Festschrift Honouring Founder

Thomas Adewumi University, Oko-Irese, Kwara State, has called on academics, researchers, scholars, and industry professionals to submit book chapters for an upcoming interdisciplinary festschrift in honour of the institution’s Founder and Chancellor, Engr. Dr. Johnson Bamidele Olorunsola Adewumi, FNSE.

The proposed publication, titled "Emerging and Topical Issues in Law, Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Innovation (STEM-i): An Interdisciplinary Festschrift in Honour of Engr. Dr. Johnson Bamidele Olorunsola Adewumi, FNSE," is expected to bring together scholarly contributions addressing contemporary challenges, emerging trends, and innovative developments across multiple disciplines.

According to the organisers, the publication aims to advance knowledge, stimulate intellectual discourse, and contribute meaningfully to scholarship and national development.

Contributions are being invited in the following fields:

Law
Sciences
Technology
Engineering
Medicine
Innovation

The university encouraged researchers and practitioners to submit original and high-quality chapters that offer fresh perspectives and practical insights within their respective disciplines.

Submission Guidelines

Authors are required to adhere to the following requirements:

Chapters must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
Chapter length should be between 15 and 20 pages.
Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format.
Referencing style must follow APA guidelines.
Each chapter should contain the following sections:

Abstract
Introduction
Body/Discussion
Conclusion and Recommendations
References

Important Dates

Submission of Full Chapters: July 15, 2026
Acceptance/Rejection Notification: July 30, 2026
Proposed Publication Date: August 2026

Submission Email Addresses

saka.olokooba@tau.edu.ng
sakaskydlaw2002@gmail.com

The university noted that the publication will serve as both a scholarly tribute to Engr. Dr. Johnson Bamidele Olorunsola Adewumi and a platform for advancing interdisciplinary research on issues shaping contemporary society.

Organisers expressed optimism that the festschrift will attract contributions from a broad range of scholars and professionals committed to promoting research, innovation, and academic excellence.