The Academic and Grant Writing Enclave (AGE) has once again set a new benchmark with its groundbreaking International Conference, themed “Redefining the Future of Global Academia: One Year of Vision, Excellence, and Innovation.”
This global event attracted 2,122 academics from 65 countries and 1,202 institutions, uniting leading scholars, professors, researchers, and emerging innovators under one virtual roof.
Strategic Partnerships and Global Impact
A cornerstone of the conference was its dynamic lineup of world-class keynote speakers and strategic partners, including Springer Nature and the TY Danjuma Foundation, reinforcing AGE’s role as a leader in global academic transformation.
Dr. Ritu Dhand, Chief Scientific Officer at Springer Nature, delivered a keynote on “Advancing Scientific Publishing and Innovation in Africa,” sharing:
- Proven strategies to succeed in high-impact publishing,
- Practical tools to elevate research visibility, and
- Actionable steps to bridge research gaps globally.
Her exceptional insights and interactive engagement highlighted AGE’s ability to connect participants with global leaders who are redefining academic success.
Visionaries Who Inspired Change
The conference featured an unparalleled roster of speakers across disciplines, underscoring AGE’s prestige and capacity to drive impactful dialogue:
- Prof. Charles Okechukwu Esimone – The Future of Academic Innovation and Global Research.
- Prof. Friday Ojonigu Ati – Chair and voice for global academic excellence.
- Mr. Gima H. Forje – Driving innovation through partnerships and leadership.
- Prof. Shakira Ghazanfar – Mastering AI and Digital Transformation in Academia.
- Dr. Obichi Obiajunwa – From Bench to Business: Commercializing Research Ideas.
- Dr. Wadzani Dauda – Seven Steps to Scientific Innovations.
- Anelda van der Walt – Empowering Open Science and Resilient Research Communities.
These transformative sessions provided tools to:
- Bridge the gap between research ideas and commercialization,
- Foster interdisciplinary collaborations, and
- Equip participants with innovative tools to unlock grants and publish impactful findings.
Workshops and Technical Sessions: A Practical Approach to Excellence
The AGE conference stood out for its pre-conference workshops and technical sessions, designed to empower participants with hands-on skills and practical knowledge:
- Workshop 1: Mastering AI for Academic Excellence (Dr Wadzani Dauda & Dr. Amrutha Lakshmi).
- Workshop 2: 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗥𝗙 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗘𝗧𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗 (Prof. Mohammed Paiko).
- Technical Sessions:
- Mastering the Art of Research Proposal Writing (Agbotiname Imoize),
- Open Science and Building Resilient Communities (Anelda van der Walt),
- Idea Commercialization and Innovation (Dr. Obichi Obiajunwa).
These sessions bridged theory and practice, empowering academics to transform ideas into tangible outcomes.
AGE: Redefining Excellence, Inspiring Transformation
In just one year, AGE has evolved into a global force for academic empowerment, fostering partnerships with top-tier institutions like the University of Ibadan, Ahmadu Bello University, and others across Nigeria, South Africa, India, Malaysia, and the USA.
AGE’s unwavering commitment to innovation, collaboration, and impact equips scholars to:
- Publish groundbreaking research in top journals,
- Unlock funding opportunities with grant-winning strategies,
- Drive innovation that addresses global challenges.
A Global Call to Action: Join the AGE Movement
The AGE International Conference was not just an event—it was a global call to action.
AGE is shaping a future where research transcends borders, partnerships drive global solutions, and academic innovation becomes the catalyst for a better world.
Be Part of the Transformation.