Academic City receives grant to boost biomedical research in Ghana

3h ago | Source: Academic City College

Prof. Fred McBagonluri, President of Academic City

Academic City University College has received a grant from Seeding Labs’ Instrumental Access program to develop a world-class biomedical research laboratory. The grant is expected to establish Academic City as a hub for transformative research and education in Ghana and across Africa.

The new biomedical lab will enable groundbreaking research, helping train the next generation of scientists and providing solutions to global health challenges. Academic City was selected for this highly competitive grant because of its commitment to fostering innovation and offering students practical, hands-on learning. By joining the Instrumental Access program, Academic City now becomes part of an international community of 137 institutions across 39 countries, each working to expand their scientific resources.

The lab will focus on research projects with real-world impact, such as targeted cancer treatments, medical diagnostics, disease detection using nanotechnology, water purification, and sustainable agriculture. These efforts aim to address health and environmental needs in Ghana and beyond, establishing Academic City as a leader in life-changing research.

Prof. Fred McBagonluri, President of Academic City, expressed excitement about the grant, saying it will enhance research and education across the region, strengthen the university’s Biomedical Engineering Department’s labs, and support industry collaboration.

Dr. Melissa P. Wu, Chief Executive Officer of Seeding Labs remarked, “We are thrilled to support Academic City in advancing biomedical research in Ghana. Their commitment to research excellence aligns with our mission to unlock the potential of scientists around the world.”

Dr. Yiporo Danyuo, Head of the Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Systems Engineering at Academic City, who spearheaded the initiative, expressed excitement about the timeliness of the grant. He noted that it will go a long way in addressing critical biomedical challenges facing Ghana and the African continent.

Seeding Labs is a global non-profit organization dedicated to equipping scientists in developing countries with the needed tools to make discoveries and address global health challenges. The Instrumental Access program provides scientific resources to institutions that demonstrate both a high level of excellence and the potential for transformative impact.