University of Abuja Supports Young Researchers with ₦5.45 Million Grant

The University of Abuja has demonstrated its commitment to nurturing young researchers by awarding a total grant of ₦5,450,000 to six outstanding undergraduate researchers.

The grant, presented by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi, is part of the University's Centre for Undergraduate Research (CUR) initiative. The selected researchers, who successfully defended their proposals, will conduct studies in various disciplines, including biological sciences, veterinary medicine, microbiology, medical laboratory science, and economics.

The research topics range from the isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds to the assessment of biosafety and waste management practices in abattoirs. Other studies focus on the application of vermitechnology in solid waste management, the evaluation of phytochemicals and antidiabetic properties of curry leaves, and the use of AI and ML to model energy consumption.

The grant recipients and their research topics are:

1. Ngutswen Aondonenge Emmanuel - "Bioactive Compounds from K. Pinnata and J. Tanjorensis"

2. Isa Iqraam Ozavize - "Assessment of Biosafety and Waste Management Practices in Abattoirs"

3. Madaki Enyojo Nathan - "Application of Vermitechnology in Solid Waste Management"

4. Egbeji Paul Owam - "Evaluating the Phytochemicals and Antidiabetic Properties of Curry Leaves"

5. Okolie Juliet Ukamaka - "Using AI and ML to Model Energy Consumption in University of Abuja's Students' Hostels"

6. Ezeadua Valentine Chinonso - "Phytochemical and Antimicrobial Properties of Calopogonium Mucunoides and Mitracarpus Species"

The University of Abuja's commitment to supporting young researchers is evident in this initiative, which aims to foster innovation, creativity, and academic excellence among its students.