Prof. Barnabas Danborno
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

Topic: General Overview of Neurogenetics Landscape and Survival Skills

Prof. Danborno will kick off the workshop with a comprehensive general overview of the neurogenetics landscape. His presentation will cover the foundational principles of neurogenetics, recent advances in the field, and the potential impact of genetic discoveries on neurological research and healthcare. He will also discuss survival skills necessary for researchers and practitioners, focusing on the cross-disciplinary tools, resources, and networks that can be leveraged to stay ahead in the field.

Dr. Umar Ahmad
Bauchi State University

Topic: Neuroinformatics

Dr. Ahmad will deliver a lecture on neuroinformatics, focusing on the application of computational techniques to organize and analyze the vast amount of data generated by neurogenetics research. His lecture will emphasize the importance of big data, machine learning, and AI in understanding the genetic underpinnings of neurological disorders. Attendees will gain insights into the tools and platforms used in neuroinformatics to handle complex datasets.

Dr. Jibrin Danladi
Ahmadu Bello University

Topic: Systematic Review

Dr. Danladi will lead a session on conducting systematic reviews, a crucial methodology in modern scientific research. This lecture will cover the principles of systematic reviews, from formulating research questions and inclusion/exclusion criteria to data extraction and synthesis. He will also demonstrate how systematic reviews contribute to the evidence-based practice in neurogenetics and how they help in consolidating research findings across diverse studies.

Dr. Abdulmajeed Wahab Imam
University of Ilorin

Topic: Optogenetics

Dr. Imam’s session will introduce participants to the rapidly advancing field of optogenetics, a technique that allows precise control of neuronal activity using light. His lecture will cover the technical aspects of optogenetics, its applications in studying neural circuits, and its potential in therapeutic interventions. Attendees will learn how optogenetics is transforming our understanding of brain function and behaviour at the cellular level.

Dr. Monday Nwankwo
Federal University of Lafia

Topic: Meta-Analysis

Dr. Monday Nwankwo will conclude the workshop with a lecture on meta-analysis, a statistical method that combines the results of multiple studies to arrive at a more precise estimate of the effect size. He will provide step-by-step guidance on performing meta-analyses, discussing the importance of this approach in neurogenetics research to draw robust conclusions from complex datasets.