Nigerian Young Academy, LASU to Host 16th International Conference on Convergent Research

Nigerian Young Academy, LASU to Host 16th International Conference on Convergent Research

Five-day event to bring together academics, policymakers, industry leaders to explore interdisciplinary solutions to global challenges

LAGOS — The Nigerian Young Academy (NYA), in collaboration with Lagos State University (LASU), will host its 16th International Conference and General Assembly from 16 to 20 August 2026 at the LASU Ojo Campus, Lagos, the organisers have announced.

The conference, themed “Convergent Research for Global Impact: Integrating Knowledge, Innovation and Policy,” will convene academics, researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, development partners, and civil society organisations from Nigeria and around the world to examine how interdisciplinary research can address complex societal and global challenges.

According to a press release issued by the Academy, the conference aims to showcase cutting-edge research, strengthen collaboration among emerging and established scholars, and promote evidence-based policies that support sustainable development. It underscores the Nigerian Young Academy’s commitment to advancing research excellence, innovation, and leadership.

The five-day programme will feature keynote and plenary sessions, lead paper presentations, oral and poster presentations, scientific awards, networking opportunities, and a pre-conference workshop on “Building Research Capacity in the AI Era: Grant Writing and Practical Data Analysis Using R.”

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Discussions will span a broad range of themes, including sustainable development, public health systems, disease prevention, urban resilience, smart cities, energy systems, environmental policy, human-centred technology, rural development, food security, agribusiness, ethics in convergence science, and the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in governance, planning, and risk assessment.

Keynote and Hosts

The conference keynote address will be delivered by Professor Akin Abayomi, Lagos State Commissioner for Health. Professor Temitope Onuminya, President of the Nigerian Young Academy, will host the event, while Professor Ibiyemi I. Olatunji-Bello, Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, will serve as Chief Host.

Call for Abstracts and Registration

Researchers are invited to submit abstracts of no more than 250 words between 1 March and 14 June 2026, while submissions for poster presentations will remain open until 24 July 2026. The conference is open to participants from Nigeria and abroad.

According to the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Associate Professor Abdul-Azeez Adeyemi Anjorin of Lagos State University, the conference provides an important platform for researchers, professionals, and policymakers to exchange ideas, foster partnerships, and develop innovative solutions that can shape the future of research, innovation, and public policy.

Scholars, students, professionals, and stakeholders across academia, government, industry, and civil society are encouraged to participate. Registration details and additional information are available through the Nigerian Young Academy website.

About the Nigerian Young Academy

The Nigerian Young Academy (NYA) is Nigeria’s foremost interdisciplinary academy for outstanding early-career researchers and professionals. Established in 2010 by the Nigeria Academy of Science, with the support of the Nigeria Academy of Education and the Nigeria Academy of Engineering, the Academy promotes research excellence, leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and public engagement.

The NYA is affiliated with the International Science Council, the Global Young Academy, and the Network of African Science Academies (NASAC). Through its conferences, awards, publications, and capacity-building initiatives, the Academy supports the development of young researchers and contributes to national and global development through science, scholarship, and innovation.

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For further information, contact:

Dr. Abdulmalik Salman
Conference Organising Committee, Nigerian Young Academy (NYA)
Email: amas2k7@gmail.com
Telephone: +2347039632128
Website: https://nigerianyoungacademy.org

 

Nigerian Young Academy, LASU to Host 16th International Conference on Convergent Research