Mary-Brenda Akoda wins 2026 Nigeria Prize for science and innovation for AI that cuts MRI scan times by up to 90%

BusinessDay | 13-09-2026 05:10am |

Mary-Brenda Akoda, a Nigerian AI researcher, software engineer, and founder, has won the 2026 Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation. She was awarded for developing AI that cuts MRI scan times by up to 90%. The prize recognizes her contribution to science and innovation in Nigeria.

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Mary-Brenda Akoda wins 2026 Nigeria Prize for science and innovation for AI that cuts MRI scan times by up to 90%

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