Innovation Meets Impact: UNILAG Students, OAU Collaborator Win Genomics Hackathon with AI Tool for Rare Disease Diagnosis
Two students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), in collaboration with a student of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), have emerged champions at the Genomics Health Hackathon 2025 finals held on May 22, 2025, in Lagos. The winning team, with their innovation GenRARE Africa , comprises: GenRARE Africa is an AI-powered clinical decision support tool designed to revolutionize rare disease diagnosis across Africa. By training on African ancestry genomic data, a dimension largely overlooked by conventional, […]
UNILAG Explores Future of Work, AI and Sustainability at 2026 FMS Int’l Research Conference
The Director of the Centre for Work, Organisation and Technology (CWOT), University of East London, United Kingdom, Professor Toyin Adisa, has highlighted the growing implications of technology for work, workers and organisations in the emerging Fifth Industrial Revolution (Industry 5.0). Professor Adisa made the submission virtually, while delivering the keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Annual International Research Conference organised by the Faculty of Management Sciences (FMS), University of Lagos (UNILAG). The […]
UNILAG Medical Centre Advisory: Ebola Virus Outbreak in Africa
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) Medical Centre wishes to inform students, staff, residents, visitors, and other members of the University community that precautionary measures are being strengthened in response to public health concerns about Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). The outbreak is presently limited to East Africa based on information available from official channels as of today. There is no need for panic, but everyone is encouraged to remain careful and practice good hygiene. Please ensure […]
