Members

Aisha Bello is a Pharmacy graduate of the University of Ibadan with a strong interest in computational drug design and discovery. Her research interests focus on the application of molecular modeling and artificial intelligence to accelerate drug development and improve therapeutic outcomes. She has gained experience working on computational chemistry and drug discovery projects and is proficient in tools including Maestro, GROMACS, Chimera, ChimeraX, GaussView, PyMOL, SwissADME, ADMETLab, and ChemDraw. Aisha is committed to advancing innovative approaches to drug discovery through the integration of pharmaceutical sciences and computational methods.

Hammed Sheriffdeen Oladimeji holds a First-Class Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology from the Federal University of Technology, Akure. His academic and research background in molecular biology, genetics, and bioinformatics has fueled his interest in applying computational approaches to biomedical research and healthcare innovation. He is proficient in both graphical and command-line bioinformatics tools and is particularly interested in the application of artificial intelligence and computer-aided drug design to address complex biomedical challenges. Sheriffdeen is dedicated to developing data-driven solutions that contribute to sustainable healthcare advancement across Africa.

Adeyeye Adedotun is a Biochemistry graduate of Olabisi Onabanjo University with a growing interest in computational drug design and discovery. Her passion lies in applying computational approaches to understand disease mechanisms and support the development of effective therapeutic solutions. She has developed foundational skills in computer-aided drug discovery and is particularly interested in leveraging computational tools to address pressing biomedical challenges. Adedotun is committed to contributing to innovative drug discovery efforts that improve healthcare outcomes and advance translational research.

Mujeebat Bashiru is a researcher with expertise in analytical chemistry, forensic chemistry, cancer research and therapy, advanced materials science, and spectroscopic techniques. She holds a PhD and a Master’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, USA, and earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Ilorin. Her research interests focus on advancing health innovations that improve the quality of life of individuals affected by infectious diseases and cancer. Her work has included the design and development of novel ionic combination therapies for enhanced anticancer treatment. Mujeebat is passionate about integrating computational and experimental approaches to drive next-generation drug discovery and the development of innovative therapeutic solutions.

Zubair Maryam is a computational chemist and researcher with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Ilorin and a Master’s degree in Physical Chemistry from the University of Ibadan, where she specialized in Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD). Her research interests centre on computational chemistry, molecular modeling, and the application of artificial intelligence in drug discovery. She is proficient in molecular dynamics simulations using GROMACS, molecular docking with AutoDock Vina, molecular visualization using PyMOL, Python programming, and AI-assisted tools for computational drug discovery. Maryam is passionate about translating computational insights into impactful therapeutic innovations that address real-world health challenges.

Idayat Oyinkansola Kehinde is an emerging computational drug design scientist with a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from Adekunle Ajasin University, where her interest in molecular disease mechanisms first took shape. Her research interests span cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative diseases. She is proficient in tools such as Maestro, PyMOL, AutoDock Vina, MODELLER, and GROMACS, and is committed to developing innovative and affordable therapeutic solutions for communities across sub-Saharan Africa.

Muniru Elijah Taiwo is a first-class Anatomy graduate from Olabisi Onabanjo University and the best graduating student in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences (2023/2024). His research experience spans molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, and computer-aided drug design, providing a broad, interdisciplinary understanding of disease progression at both the cellular and molecular levels.

Rejoice Dunu is a first-class pharmacy graduate from the University of Ilorin with a developing specialization in computational drug design and nanomedicine. She has hands-on experience with industry-relevant tools, including Maestro, AutoDock Vina, SwissADME, PyMOL, ChimeraX, GROMACS, and foundational machine-learning workflows. Her work is driven by a strong interest in translating computational insights into real therapeutic solutions.

Akinjiyan Moses completed his secondary education at the prestigious Aquinas College, Akure. He earned his B.Sc. in Biochemistry from Adekunle Ajasin University, Ondo State. He later pursued graduate studies at Ekiti State University and the Federal University of Technology, Akure, with a specialization in Medical Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Bioinformatics. He is driven by a strong passion for improving, touching, and saving lives through scientific innovation and meaningful healthcare contributions.