Strengthening Brain Research in Africa

Authors

Abdullahi Tunde Aborode, Healthy Africans Platform
Nike Jesutofunmi Idowu, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
Samuel Tundealao, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Joseph Jaiyeola, University of Texas at San Antonio
Ogunware Adedayo Emmanuel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Document Type

Article

Date of this Version

9-7-2023

Citation

Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease Reports 7 (2023) 989–992 DOI 10.3233/ADR-230062

Comments

Open access.

Abstract

This paper explores the emerging field of neuroscience in Africa, considering the unique genetic diversity, sociocultural determinants, and health inequalities in the continent. It presents numerous brain research initiatives, such as ABDRN, AMARI, APCDR, and H3Africa, aimed at understanding genetic and environmental factors influencing brain disorders in Africa. Despite numerous challenges like the brain drain phenomenon, inadequate infrastructure, and scarce research expertise, significant progress has been achieved. The paper proposes solutions, including international collaboration, capacity-building efforts, and policies to promote neuroscience research, to enhance the understanding of brain function and address brain-related health issues within the African context.