Dr Joy Awulika Oladimeji-Salami
About me
Joy Oladimeji-Salami, PhD, is a pharmacologist and researcher with experience in pharmacology, toxicology, and science education. She supports national research initiatives by monitoring and evaluating activities across bioresource centres. Her work includes developing practical STEM and health learning tools for underserved communities. She is also active in public service and science advocacy, especially in promoting opportunities for women and girls in STEM.
Dr Joy Oladimeji-Salami is a pharmacologist, researcher, and science advocate whose work bridges scientific inquiry, public service, and community impact. With a strong background in pharmacology and toxicology, she has contributed to evidence-based research that supports safer health practices, improved public understanding of science, and better decision-making within scientific institutions. Her role in national research administration involves leading monitoring and evaluation across bioresource development centres, ensuring projects maintain high standards, deliver measurable outcomes, and align with national research priorities.
She is deeply committed to expanding access to STEM education, particularly for children and young people in underserved and displaced communities. Through this passion, she develops interactive, practical science and health learning tools that simplify complex concepts and promote lifelong curiosity. Her work in this space includes the creation of innovative STEM and health education kits designed to make science relatable, engaging, and accessible.
Joy’s research activities extend to exploring nutrition-based interventions for public health challenges. Her recent work on the iron content of Nigerian home-grown vegetables demonstrates how locally available foods can support anaemia prevention and control, offering valuable insight for communities in sub-Saharan Africa.
As a public speaker and advocate for gender inclusion in science, she actively promotes opportunities for women and girls in STEM, using her platform to inspire, mentor, and champion the next generation of scientists. Her career reflects a dedication to scientific excellence, community empowerment, and the belief that accessible science can transform lives and strengthen societies.
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Degrees:
2. Singh, D., Oladimeji-Salami, J., & Akindele, A. J. (2024). New insights on pharmacological and therapeutic potentials of trimetazidine beyond anti-anginal drug: A comprehensive review. European Journal of Pharmacology, 177062.
3. Ifedilichukwu, N. H., & Joy Oladimeji-Salami (2023). Antiviral Targets and Known Antivirals (HAART). In Antiviral Strategies in the Treatment of Human and Animal Viral Infections. IntechOpen.
4. Rowaiye, A.B., Onuh, O.A., Oladimeji-Salami, J.A., Doofan Bur, Moses Njoku, Nma H. Ifedilichukwu, Comfort O. John, Olanike Binuyo, and Faith P. Udoh. (2022). In silico identification of the potential natural inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2 Guanine-N7 methyltransferase. Research Results in Biomedicine. 8(3):327-350. DOI: 10.18413/2658-6533-2022-8-3-0-6.
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