Nigerian scientist wins $100,000 NLNG prize for AI MRI breakthrough

NAIRAMETRICS | 08-09-2026 06:30pm |

Nigerian scientist and artificial intelligence researcher Mary Brenda Akoda has won the 2026 Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation (NPSI) with her project GenScan AI. The AI-powered technology is designed to significantly reduce the time required for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans. Akoda's achievement highlights the potential of Nigerian innovation in the field of medical technology.

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