Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has once again demonstrated its commitment to academic excellence and research innovation, with Professor Ayodeji Folorunsho Ajayi, a distinguished academic and researcher, featured in the prestigious list of the world’s top 2% of scientists.
This recognition is a testament to Professor Ajayi’s exceptional research prowess and his profound contributions to the field of reproductive physiology.
Ajayi, a professor of reproductive physiology at the university, has over two decades of experience in teaching, research, and community service, and his research interests span reproductive physiology, endocrinology, gastrointestinal physiology, nutrition, and bioinformatics.
Professor Ajayi has conducted extensive research on the effects of drug abuse on different systems of the body and has published numerous papers in international journals.
His study on Skoochies, an illicit cocktail drink, revealed its potential to cause infertility in men by reducing sperm quality and damaging testes. This study emphasises the need to increase awareness and regulation of this cocktail drink, which has become a public health issue in Nigeria.
The world’s top 2% scientists list is a prestigious recognition that is based on a complex algorithm that takes into account various factors, including the number of citations, publications, and awards.
Being selected for this list signifies that Professor Ajayi has a significant global impact in his field of research and has made important contributions to its development.
Stanford University, in collaboration with Elsevier, compiled the 2025 list, ranking Professor Ajayi 280th out of 291 Nigerian scientists.
In April 2025, the Vice Chancellor of LAUTECH presented Professor Ajayi with the ‘Outstanding Scholarly Publications Award’ as one of the several accolades he has received for his contributions to academics and research.
He is also a featured scholar on various platforms, including ResearchGate, ORCID, and Google Scholar, where his research work is widely recognized and cited.
As the Founder and Director of Anchor Biomedical Research Institute, Professor Ajayi continues to contribute to scientific research and innovation, mentoring students and junior academics along the way.
His mentoring values emphasize confidentiality, respect, authenticity, and reciprocity, and he is committed to helping his mentees develop their research and academic skills.