Bosede Afolabi

Studied at OAU, Nigeria and Univ of Nottingham, UK. Gynaecologist. Passionate about women's social, physical and mental health, and how men and women can help.

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I am deeply honored to have had the opportunity to discuss our research in pregnancy and childbirth at @cctris_, especially highlighting the potential of the groundbreaking single 15-minute intravenous (IV) iron infusion for treating anaemia in pregnancy.

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Grateful to have been part of the US–Africa Frontiers Symposium, organised by the US National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine.

I enjoyed speaking about our maternal health work to a diverse group including NASA scientists, climate, critical materials and nutrition experts.

I’m hopeful this marks the start of strong collaborations ahead.

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Bernadette Hensen, Maria Zolfo, Charlotte Morantin-Mols, Anteneh Asefa, Pete M., Aline Semaan, Rehema Ouko, Ann Njogu, Caroline De Schacht and Jil Molenaar for the warm welcome.

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Still thinking about my week at the Institute of Tropical Medicine in Antwerp. Such a vibrant space where ideas move fast and people genuinely care about making research better.

Got to reconnect with colleagues, discuss ongoing PhD work, explore new collaborations

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and even stop by the Clinical Trials Unit.

Huge thank you to Prof Lenka Beňová for the invitation, and to everyone who made the conversations so open and energising. Partnerships like this really matter.

Appreciation to Veerle Vanlerberghe, Yven Van Herrewege, Ann Verlinden,

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#GlobalHealth #ResearchInAfrica

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The @cctris_ team visited Kenya to strengthen South–South collaborations in clinical research, implementation science, and maternal & child health.

We met with APHRC, Aga Khan University, and AMREF University, exploring partnerships in research, training & innovation.

#CCTRIS

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Fathers can save lives, literally.

Join @aproko_doctor & @JemimaOsunde this Friday at 7PM on X Spaces as we unpack “The Role of Fathers in Maternal and Reproductive Health.”

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the role of intravenous iron"

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Earlier this week at the International Congress of Nutrition (IUNS-ICN 2025) in Paris, I joined fellow speakers Professor Sant-Ryan Pasricha, and Dr S. Braat, Davidson, and Hasan for an insightful panel session on "Transforming anaemia interventions in pregnancy -

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Register: https://t.co/lzI885O6R0

#ClinicalResearch #GlobalHealth

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Joining the #PIStakeholdersMeeting by @xceneresearch as a panelist.

Theme: Harnessing Innovation & Partnerships for Africa’s Scientific Growth
Aug 28, 2025 | 12PM WAT | Zoom

Let’s discuss how GCP and community engagement can site excellence for Africa’s research future.

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At the 8th AFEMSON Conference, I emphasised the urgent need to address anaemia in pregnancy, mental health, & preterm births. Research must drive personalised care & policy. I was also honoured to hand over to the new President. Grateful to Prof. Olayemi & the LOC. #AFEMSON2025

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#NASFellow #ScienceForImpact #MedicalResearch

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Honored to be elected as a Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Science! Grateful for this recognition and for everyone who has supported my journey in medical research and healthcare.

Congrats to Prof. Foluso E. A. Lesi on being named Distinguished Paediatrician of the Year 2025!

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I gave a lecture on Innovations in Managing Sickle Cell Disease in Pregnancy at the RCOG Congress in London, which was well received. Hoping to eventually have real life-changing and affordable innovations for people living with this condition.

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Please join us at the RCOG Congress in London as we speak on the management of sickle cell disorder in pregnancy. Wednesday 25th June, 7.30am.

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To read the new guideline 👇🏾

https://t.co/AljPs7ookF

#SickleCellMatters #HealthyBeginnings

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📣Just released: @WHO’s first global guideline on managing sickle cell disease in pregnancy, backed by @HRPresearch

I’m deeply honoured to have chaired this passionate group. In countries like Nigeria, where the burden is highest, this is a crucial step forward.

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We’re grateful for the encouragement and continued support.

#GlobalHealth #LUTH #MRHCollective #CCTRIS #Gatesfoundation

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We were privileged to host Bill Gates again at LUTH & the @CMULUnilag1962.

The @gatesfoundation continues to support our work, from maternal & newborn health trials to implementation research that saves lives.

#BillGatesInNigeria #MaternalHealth

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Beyond research, they help build capacity, fund PhDs (8 thus far), create jobs, and strengthen infrastructure, all with respect & scientific excellence.

We’ve reached 120,000+ households, 4,000+ pregnant women, created 300+ jobs & published 8 high-impact papers.