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, included in the prestigious list of the top 2% scientists in the world.
This recognition is a testament to Professor Ajayi’s exceptional research prowess and profound contributions to the field of reproductive physiology.
Ajayi, a professor of reproductive physiology at the university, has more than 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 body systems and has published numerous articles in international journals.
Their study on Skoochies, an illicit cocktail, revealed its potential to cause infertility in men by reducing sperm quality and damaging testicles. This study emphasizes the need to increase awareness and regulation of this cocktail, which has become a public health problem in Nigeria.
The list of the top 2% of scientists in the world is a prestigious recognition that is based on a complex algorithm that takes into account several factors, including the number of citations, publications and awards.
Being selected for this list means that Professor Ajayi has a significant global impact on 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 Academic Publications Award” as one of several recognitions he has received for his contributions to academia and research.
He is also a featured scholar on several platforms including ResearchGate, ORCID and Google Scholar where his research work is widely recognized and cited.
As founder and director of the Anchor Biomedical Research Institute, Professor Ajayi continues to contribute to scientific research and innovation, mentoring students and young scholars along the way.
His mentoring values emphasize confidentiality, respect, authenticity and reciprocity, and he is committed to helping his students develop their academic and research skills.
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