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It is that time of the year again when Obafemi Awolowo University presents the award of Excellence in Research Practice to one past student who is excelling in the field of the course they studied while in school. This year marks the third in a series of glorious celebrations

The research training program is pleased to host Dr. Funmi Olaolorun for a specialized seminar tomorrow morning. Please use the link below to participate: bit.ly/3Mv1fso We look forward to an insightful learning experience. #cor #oau #research

The Benedict Oramah Learning and Development (BOLD) Centre was officially commissioned on March 12, 2026. The facility was inaugurated by Prof. Oramah, former President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of @afreximbank . #AfCTA #Agriculture

Who takes the next spot? The OAU Excellence in Research Award is officially underway! This prestigious award celebrates a deserving trailblazer, an individual whose research has pushed boundaries and made significant impact. #research #excellence #AwardsSeason

Delegates from Eternity Ministries, including Dr. Ferdinand Nweke, paid a courtesy visit to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Development), on March 5, 2026, alongside Prof. Adekunle David. #leadership #cor #oau

On March 5, 2026, Prof. Christoph Vatter, Dr. Claudia Hillinger, and Dr. Nils-Christian Terp of the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, paid a courtesy visit to the University Management and met with the DVC (Research, Innovation and Development) and the Directors at COR #Jena

It’s time to sharpen your research skills once again! Join us this Friday for an enriching research learning session facilitated by Prof. Ojo Melvin Agunbiade. Join via: bit.ly/3Mv1fso Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. #Research #COR #OAU

It’s that time of the year again. A moment to celebrate excellence by honouring a distinguished professional whose work has translated research into meaningful, real‑world impact. OAU will recognise an outstanding alumnus/alumna whose contributions have left an indelible mark.

The Central Office of Research, OAU wishes to celebrate @VictoriaAjisafe on her birthday today. We hope you have a day as bright and as impactful as your work. Happy Birthday Victoria!! #cor #celebration #oau

COR is pleased to announce that OAU has approved the appointment of Prof. Lawson Adekoya as an Emeritus Professor in the Dept. of Mechanical Engineering. Congratulations to Professor Lawson Olabosipo Adekoya on this well‑deserved honour.

Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less - Marie Curie.

BREAKING NEWS: A Nigerian-led team at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has achieved a major milestone in malaria research. The scientists determined and deposited the first-ever crystal structure of Plasmodium falciparum transketolase bound to an inhibitor in the global Protein Data Bank — the first entry authored entirely by Nigerian researchers. Led by Dr. Olatomide Fadare, the breakthrough could fast-track the development of next-generation antimalarial drugs amid rising resistance to existing treatments.

VIDEO: OAU scientists record breakthrough in malaria research Scientists at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, have announced a major breakthrough in malaria research, raising fresh hope for millions living in malaria-endemic regions. The innovation, developed in the laboratory of Olatomide Fadare, an Associate Professor of Chemistry, is reported to mark the first Protein Data Bank structure authored entirely by a Nigerian scientist. --- Continue reading in the comment section

The Project I2M supports innovators in transforming promising ideas into market-ready solutions If you have not yet applied, kindly submit your application using the official link below: 👉 lnkd.in/dGF_6z2v #research #iptto #innovation #oau

Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) Nigeria paid a Courtesy Visit to OAU Vice-Chancellor, Prof Simeon Bamire on 26 February 2026. The visit aimed at strengthening the mutually beneficial relationship between SAA and OAU. #research #cor #agriculture #sasakawa

The Central Office of Research is inviting you to a Public Webinar Topic: Tax Reform 2026: Who Wins, Who Pays, Who Complains? Time: Feb 26, 2026 12:00 PM West Central Africa Join Zoom Meeting us06web.zoom.us/j/81606943273 Meeting ID: 816 0694 3273 Passcode: 897547

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The time has come to deepen your understanding of research and its real‑world application. If you are serious about research excellence, this is a session you cannot afford to miss. 🗓 This Friday ⏰ 8:00 a.m. 👉 Join via this link: bit.ly/3Mv1fso #research #coroau

Join us this Thursday at COR for an educative and highly interactive session that breaks it all down practically and clearly. 👉 Don’t miss it!

February 23, 2026 From the Provost's Pen. Please read, like, comment and share. Have a blessed week!!!

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