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Media Coverage
New research exposes hidden oral health crisis in Nigeria's aging population
Tribune Online Nigeria | April 23, 2025
Research findings on barriers and facilitators of dental care access among older adults in Nigeria gain national media attention. The study highlights systemic challenges in healthcare delivery for aging populations in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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The Guardian | November 15, 2023
Coverage of community-based dementia care initiative in Nigeria, highlighting research on memory loss and aging in African contexts.
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Research Updates
Social Engagement and Cognitive Health in Older Black Adults
Alzheimer's & Dementia | January 2026
This study examines how social engagement moderates the complex relationships between cognitive functioning, depressive symptoms, and restless sleep among older Black adults.
Nicholas Babchuk Graduate Student Research Award
University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 2025
Recognized for outstanding research contributions in sociology, particularly for work examining health disparities and aging populations.
Mentor of the Month
Illinois Science and Technology Coalition | March 2025
Recognized for excellence in student mentorship and community engagement, supporting high school and undergraduate students in research and innovation projects.