Department of
Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology
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Welcome to Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology
I welcome you warmly to the Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology. In our department, we are involved in the undergraduate training of Pharmacy students to appreciate how the study of microorganisms is applicable in the pharmaceutical industry. We enhance knowledge on how to monitor, prevent, and control microbial contamination during pharmaceutical manufacturing, storage, and distribution by utilizing techniques such as sterility testing, antimicrobial efficacy testing, and environmental monitoring. These have wide implications for the safety and efficacy of medicines and are critical for public health, as they safeguard the quality of medicinal products and prevent microbial infections in patients.
We also offer graduate degree programs at the master’s and PhD levels. These provide our students with opportunities to acquire advanced knowledge and skills in microbial analysis, microbial control in pharmaceutical manufacturing, microbial genetics, pharmaceutical biotechnology, and to carry out cutting-edge research that has applications in the industry and public health. Our team of highly qualified academic, technical, and administrative personnel is friendly, dedicated, and committed to the progress and success of our students.
Dr. A. O. Idowu
Head of Department (HOD)
Our Vision
To be a top-class institution for the pursuit of excellence in knowledge through learning and research, as well as in character and service to humanity. In addition, enable staff and students to interact and compete effectively with their counterpart both nationally and internationally in terms of intellectual and professional competence.
Our Mission
To provide a conducive teaching, learning, research and development environment, where staff and students will interact and compete effectively with their counterparts, both nationally and internationally in terms of intellectual competence and the zeal to add value to our world.
The History of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology
Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology was initially an integral part of the Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology where it was a unit responsible for teaching undergraduate and Postgraduate students` courses and undertaken research in Pharmaceutical Microbiology related themes.
In response to request by the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria to create an autonomous department for Pharmaceutical Microbiology as a requirement for Professional accreditation, a proposal to that effect was submitted and approved by the University of Lagos. Consequently, an autonomous department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology was carved out from the former Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology in 2020/2021 session with 5 foundation academic Staff and compliments of administrative and technical Staff.
Dr. N.H. Igbokwe was appointed as the first Acting Head of Department from 2020/2021 to 2021/2022 session and was succeeded by Dr. N.V. Enwuru(2022/2023 to 2023/2024 session)
Programmes
Take a significant step in your career journey by investing in your professional development through our faculty’s specialized certificate programs, designed to provide you with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in a focused area of study.
Undergraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Programmes
Student Opportunities
Discover the exciting opportunities awaiting students within this department. Here, you can explore pathways for intellectual growth, engage in stimulating learning experiences, and lay the foundation for future academic and professional success in a specific field of study.
