Who We are

The research group was formed on September 4, 2014 to advance the course of research in the multidisciplinary subject of Nanotechnology at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria.

Hitherto, there seems not to be any virile research group in this area in the University. However, the University is endowed with scholars who have been trained or shown keen interests in this emerging discipline. Therefore, the pioneer members were propelled by quest to conduct meaningful research in this area, and also to train manpower, thereby putting LAUTECH in a vantage position in Nanotechnology Research in Nigeria.

The group is aimed at conducting research in the areas of synthesis, characterization, application and ecotoxicological safety evaluation of nanoparticles.

The group has drawn membership from dedicated young scholars from different Departments within the University; all with advanced training in Molecular Biology, Industrial Microbiology, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Toxicology, Biochemistry, Material Science and Nanofabrication. In addition, members have published good articles in reputable Journals in some aspects of Nanotechnology.

The group is aimed at contributing to the growth of the University through Research and Training, while it is poised for collaborative research involving individuals, groups, institutions and industries. The scientific meeting of the research group takes place monthly to discuss research activities within the mandate of the group.

This leading research group in biomimetic nanotechnology in Nigeria with track record of publications successfully organized a national "Workshop on Synthesis, Characterization and Applications of Nanoparticles" on 21-24 August, 2017.

Also in 2018, an international conference with the theme "Nanotechnology for Sustainable Development: Prospects for Africa" was held on 23-25 October, 2018, and drew more than one hundred participants from about thirty-five institutions.

Similarly, the group organized her 3rd workshop/conference on nanotechnology with the theme: Nanotechnology Applications in Africa: Opportunities and Constraints on 22-24 October, 2019. The event drew more than one hundred and fifty participants from forty-four institutions/agencies in Nigeria.

The 4th International workshop/conference on nanotechnology was held via webinar on 27-28 October, 2020. The conference with the theme 'Human Existence and Resource Utilization: Extending the Frontiers through Nanotechnology' drew about two hundred participants from ten countries in Africa, Asia and Europe.

The 5th International conference on nanotechnology was held on 26-28 October, 2021 in hybrid mode. The conference with the theme 'Nanotechnology in Africa: Changing the Narratives for the Benefits of Mankind' was attended by about one hundred and fifty participants from ten countries. At the conference, the Honourable Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu described the research group as a pride to the nation in pursuance of Nanotechnology R&D.

The 6th international conference of the group on nanotechnology was held in Abuja on 22-25 November, 2022 in collaboration with the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA). The conference with the theme 'Nanotechnology for Socio-economic Development of Africa" witnessed the participation of the Honourable minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Senator Adeleke Mamora who graced the occasion in person. He commended the partnership that brought the conference to Abuja, pledging the continuous support of the federal government to nanotechnology R&D.

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Our Vision

Our Vision is to be a leading research group in Nigeria with unparalleled research training programmes and unprecedented research outputs in the area of nanotechnology. Our research group should be at the heart of discovery and innovation which should save lives and create prosperity and opportunity


Our Mission

    LAUTECH Nanotechnology Research Group is keen:-

    1. To provide latest technology solutions that enhances learning and teaching.
    2. To engage in high quality basic and applied research
    3. To collaborate with industries and serve as the focal point where industrial problems are referred for solutions.
    4. To accurately disseminate research outcomes.
    5. To train manpower.

Our Mandate

  • Production/synthesis and application of nanoparticles
  • Environmental and toxicological assessment of nanoparticles
  • Novel materials processing technologies and characterization
  • Nanomaterials and nanocomposites
  • General projects
  • Product development and enhancement

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Our Team

Prof. A. Lateef

Microbiology
and
Nanobiotechnology
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Prof. T. B. Asafa

Materials Engineering
and
Nanotechnology
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Prof. T. A. Yekeen

Ecotoxicology
and
Genotoxicology
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Prof. I. C. Oladipo

Food Microbiology
and
Biotechnology
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Prof. E.A. Adebayo

Industrial Microbiology
and
Biotechnology
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Prof. Y. K. Sanusi

Solar energy
and
Nanotechnology
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Prof. M. A. Azeez

Genetics
and
Biotechnology
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Prof. M. O. Durowoju

Materials Engineering
and
Nanotechnology
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Prof. J. A. Badmus

Cancer Drug Development
and
Toxicity
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Dr. O. Adedokun

Material Physics
and
Nanotechnology
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Dr. M. K. Awodele

Material Physics
and
Nanotechnology
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Prof. I.F. Bolarinwa

Professor
of
Food Science
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Dr. A. A. Adewale

Computational
and
Material Physics
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Prof. M. A. Olamoyegun

Endocrinology, Pharmacology
and
Diabetology
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Our Contact

c/o Prof. A. Lateef, Room 39,
Industrial Microbiology and Nanotechnology Laboratory,
Department of Pure and Applied Biology,
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology,
PMB 4000, Ogbomoso,
Oyo State, Nigeria.
Telephone 1: +234-803-740-0520
Telephone 2: +234-803-218-3477
Email: nanotech@lautech.edu.ng
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