TUMBLEWEEDS: HOW TO BE AN ADVOCATE FOR YOUR CHILDREN AND YOURSELF IN A FAILING SYSTEM.

MAPPING THE ROLE OF VAGUS NERVE STIMULATION IN POST-STROKE ARM MOTOR RECOVERY.

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. NICHOLAS ADERINTO. Nicholas Aderinto, M.D. is a physician-scientist and editor whose work in stroke recovery, neurorehabilitation, and translational neuroscience has earned international recognition. He is currently pursuing a Doctoral Program at the University of Utah, where his research focuses on novel neuromodulation strategies to improve functional outcomes in stroke survivors. His work and leadership have made him one of the most visible and influential early-career neuroscientists from Africa contributing to global neurological health. Dr. Aderinto has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles in leading journals, including The Lancet, Nature, Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports, Current Treatment Options in Neurology, European Journal of Medical Research, and Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery. His research has been cited more than 2,000 times, with an H-index of 24. According to Elsevier’s SciVal analytics, he ranks among the Top 500 Researchers in all subject areas in Africa (2020–2026). In 2024 and 2025, he was nominated for Wiley’s Research Hero of the Year Award, recognizing scientists whose work demonstrably impacts public health and global research visibility. Wiley also produced a documentary highlighting his contributions to neurorehabilitation in low-resource settings. Dr. Aderinto serves as Topic Editor for Frontiers in Neurology, co-leading the international special issue “Redefining Stroke Recovery: Current Trends and Recent Advances” with collaborators from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, the University of Geneva, and the University of Texas at Austin. He is also an Academic Editor for PLOS ONE. He contributes to global collaborative research as a Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Collaborator with the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), a Research Fellow with ICORMed Collaborative (Berlin), and Research Lead for the Emerging Researchers Network (Nigeria). @pshan_alliance @NicholasArete @WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal @bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen @youtube @firstecosystem @youtubeafrica

LAWSONIA INERMIS EXTRACTS AGAINST MULTIDRUG RESISTANT CLINICALLY-RELEVANT BACTERIA.

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MS. MORUFAT OLUWATOSIN OLAITAN. Ms. Morufat Olaitan is a Nigerian microbiologist and researcher known for her work on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and public health. She currently serves as a University lecturer at the Nile University of Nigeria in Abuja.  @pshan_alliance @WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal @bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen @youtube @youtubeafrica #FIRST #eachonehelpone

TUMBLEWEEDS: HOW TO BE AN ADVOCATE FOR YOUR CHILDREN AND YOURSELF IN A FAILING SYSTEM.

🟦🟨 AUTHOR PROFILE - ATTORNEY PAULA YOST. Few professionals bridge the worlds of law and mental health with the depth and passion of Paula Yost. A seasoned attorney and licensed mental health clinician, Paula brings a multidimensional perspective that blends legal precision with human compassion. Attorney Paula has built a distinguished career in trademark law. Beyond her core legal work, she is deeply committed to what she calls “legal social work”–advocating for individuals at the intersection of law and mental health. As a mother of children with medical challenges and a survivor of life-threatening preeclampsia, Paula is on a mission to help families advocate for their children and themselves through storytelling, education, and unapologetic truth. @pshan_alliance @WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal @bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen @youtube @youtubeafrica #FIRST #eachonehelpone

EVALUATING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ADHERENCE TO ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY AMONG PEOPLE LIVING AIDS.

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PHARM. ABUBAKAR ABBA. Pharmacist Abubakar Abba has a Bachelors degree from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto and a Masters Degree in Clinical Pharmacy from University of Nigeria Nsukka. He is currently working in the public health space. @pshan_alliance @WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal @bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen @youtube @youtubeafrica #FIRST #eachonehelpone

MALNUTRITION IS SEXIST: BRIDGING NIGERIA'S GENDER NUTRITION GAP.

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MRS OLUMIDE MARTHA. Mrs Martha Nwanua Olumide is a Nigerian Biomedical Scientist and Global Health Advocate known for her work in clinical diagnostics, quality assurance in LMICs, and writing on health/gender issues, particularly focusing on nutrition and women's health She is a research and advocacy fellow with women in global health Nigeria. As a HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist and an ASCPi candidate, she brings a unique blend of scientific expertise and a deep commitment to improving health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Her interests spans across nutrition, maternal and child health, gender equity, infectious disease epidemiology, climate and health, and the integration of bioinformatics and AI in public health solutions.Martha has contributed to diverse health projects involving HIV, TB, and COVID-19, providing support in project implementation, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement. She is experienced in supporting cross-functional teams, fostering strategic partnerships with NGOs, academic institutions, and global health organizations, and translating data into actionable insights for sustainable impact. With a passion for science, collaboration, and equity, Martha aims to drive innovation at the intersection of laboratory science, public health, and climate resilience. @pshan_alliance @WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @firstecosystem @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal @bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen