Wolfson elects Professor Ijeoma Uchegbu as the College's 7th President

Ijeoma Uchegbu, a Professor of Pharmaceutical Nanoscience known for her ground-breaking work in nanoparticle drug delivery, has been announced as the 7th President of Wolfson College, one of the 31 colleges of the University of Cambridge.
She will succeed the current President, Professor Jane Clarke, on October 1, 2024.

BRIEF PROFILE
Presently serving as a Professor of Pharmaceutical Neuroscience at University College London (UCL), Uchegbu grew up in Hackney and later in South East Nigeria. She completed her Pharmacy studies at the University of Benin in 1981 and pursued her master’s degree at the University of Lagos. Facing infrastructure challenges, she couldn’t complete her doctorate in Nigeria.

Upon returning to the UK, she engaged in postgraduate studies at the University of London, culminating in a PhD in 1997 under the supervision of Alexander (Sandy) Florence, the Dean of the School of Pharmacy. Following this, she worked as a lecturer at the University of Strathclyde from 2002 to 2004.

RESEARCH INTO DRUG TRANSPORT MECHANISMS
Professor Ijeoma’s groundbreaking research into drug transport mechanisms has not only led to the development of innovative treatments promising a transformation in pain relief but has also given rise to the enkephalin pain medicine candidate, EnveltaÔ™, designed specifically to address the challenges of the opioid crisis. Her visionary leadership and extensive academic experience position Professor Ijeoma to significantly influence the future of the college.

She has previously advocated for the establishment of a diverse and inclusive educational environment, fostering an atmosphere where individuals from various backgrounds can flourish.

Professor Ijeoma’s outstanding work has garnered numerous awards, fellowships, and accolades. She holds esteemed positions on various academic boards and councils, including the Wellcome Trust and the Academy of Medical Sciences. Additionally, she serves as an honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. During her tenure at UCL, she played pivotal roles, serving as Pro Vice Provost for Africa and the Middle East, establishing new research partnerships, and as UCL’s Provost’s Envoy for Race Equality, actively advancing the organization’s race equality agenda.

Responding to her appointment, she said “I am so thrilled to be joining Wolfson College, an ambitious and forward-thinking College. It will be an honor to lead such a lively, diverse, and engaged student community in an environment where people are stimulated culturally, socially, and intellectually. I look forward to working with the Governing Body, staff, and students to help realize their ambitions and potential.”

Cambridge University believes her appointment will usher in a fresh perspective and a wealth of knowledge that promises valuable contributions to the growth and development of both the college and its students.

In addition, her leadership is set to cultivate a research-intensive atmosphere that nurtures innovation and critical thinking.

According to reports, her unwavering commitment to community engagement and inclusivity seamlessly aligns with the core values of the university.

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Congratulations!




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We keep bridging the gap of civilization.

Of the college.

Don't distort the fact.

Appears non-binary too.

Society that celebrates Excellence and Merit. 👍

While we are here romancing with Quota System and Nepotism.

You don't have to be a prophet to know that this good news will turn to tribal bashing in a short while.

come ooo... HAUSA AND FULANI people nor dey contribute anything to the growth and development of the country internationally...

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That's good and nice

Congrats to her

In spite of political marginalisation see all the accomplishments of the Igbo race on the world stage.

Others with donkey years of political rule have only managed to create generational poverty and wretchedness for their people. I don't even have to name names..😜

Edit: I see that LeoDeKing has scurried out of his hole like a rat that has smelt some cheese🤣

This loser's chronic constipation over igbos will forever be a source of amusement for me🤣🤣🤣

WhisperedNoise:

Oya say your rubbish. You never disappoint.

LeoDeKing:

Getting ready to spew gibberish, as usual

Hearty congratulations 🎉👏

Another brain drain from the country to flourish the other side. Naija, which way..

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LeoDeKing:

Oya say your rubbish. You never disappoint.

Igbos can never get tired of success!



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She looks like a crack head

Davoneskay:
You don't have to be a prophet to know that this good news will turn to tribal bashing in a short while.

Aswear.

These Yorubas and Igbos are the most nonsensical tribes in this country.

They're on each other's necks while their useless politicians keep raping them front and back.


I'm Igbo, btw, and I no fit lie give myself.
This country will never progress, politicians will always use tribe and religion against us. If we don't want to divide this country, let's go back to regional government where each region will be able to select who will lead them. This is the only way this shithole will grow.

I put it to you, Yorubas will never vote Tinubu for presidency when they have someone like osibanjo.

Igbos will never vote Rochas when they have someone like Obi

The north will never support someone like Buhari when they have Zulum.


Make we dey here dey mumu ourselves while the rest of the world leave us behind

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Congratulations

Igbo Amaka

Nigeria Amaka

Congratulations to her!

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Prigidypogodo:
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