THANKGOD ONUOHA FOUNDATION CONFERENCE 2027
Infection-Induced Chronic Pathologies: Molecular Mechanisms and Models
15–17 March 2027 | Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Event Format: Hybrid Conference (Physical & Virtual Participation)
Venue: Swiss 33 Hotel and Suites, 90/250 Airport Road, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
Time Zone: West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1)
About the Conference
The ThankGod Onuoha Foundation Conference 2027 is a three-day scientific gathering focused on advancing knowledge and research into infection-induced chronic pathologies, molecular disease mechanisms, and experimental models.
The conference programme features plenary sessions, scientific presentations, poster exhibitions, specialized breakout discussions, and interactive forums covering infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, cellular pathology, immunology, metabolic disorders, and emerging therapeutic approaches.
Participants will have opportunities to engage in scientific discussions, exchange research insights, explore innovative disease models, and identify potential areas for future research collaboration.
CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
DAY 1 — MONDAY, 15 MARCH 2027
Mechanisms of Infectious Diseases
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Registration of Participants
Arrival, registration, and participant check-in.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Opening Ceremony & Plenary Session
Exploring the Molecular Mechanisms of Antimicrobial Resistance in Mycobacterium tuberculosis Using Machine Learning Models
Official opening ceremony, stage arrangements, and scientific plenary presentation.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Plenary Session & Networking
Cellular Pathology and Transmission Dynamics of Blood-Borne Viral Pathogens in High-Exposure Environment Models
Scientific presentation, followed by a networking opportunity.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Poster Session & Panel Discussion
Comparative Genomics and Structural Biology of Candidate Extracellular Nucleases Among Trichomonas Species
Infectious disease research poster exhibition, scientific discussions, and panel engagement.
3:30 PM – 3:55 PM | Break
Short intermission.
4:00 PM | Scientific Presentation
Vector–Parasite Molecular Biology and Biological Targets in Malaria Intervention Models
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Scientific Presentation
Novel Antifungal Talaroenamine L with an Unusual Leptosphaeronyl Moiety from Marine-Derived Talaromyces sp. HDN17-428 via HDACi Elicitation
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Scientific Presentation
Harnessing Probiotics and Natural Bioactives in Cell Biology and Disease Models: Innovative Strategies for Combating Antimicrobial Resistance and Emerging Infections
DAY 2 — TUESDAY, 16 MARCH 2027
Chronic Disease Mechanisms, Molecular Pathways & Experimental Models
The second day features specialized breakout sessions exploring the molecular, cellular, genetic, and physiological mechanisms underlying chronic and noncommunicable diseases.
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Breakout Session 1: Toxicology
Ecotoxicological Effects and Cellular Biomarkers of Pesticide Exposure in Mammalian Models
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Breakout Session 2: Psychiatric Disorders
Investigating the Genomic Landscapes, Genetic Variants, and Phenotypic Variations in Therapeutic Response Models
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Breakout Session 3: Autoimmunity & Inflammation
Exploring the Signaling Roles of Vitamin D in Immune-Cell Modulation and Recovery
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Breakout Session 4: Maternal Health & Vascular Disorders
Pathophysiological Mechanisms of Preeclampsia and Vascular Endothelial Dysfunction Models in High-Risk Groups
4:00 PM | Break
Short intermission.
4:30 PM | Breakout Session 5: Gastrointestinal Diseases
Exploring the Cellular Risk Factors and Mucosal Barrier Defects of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Immunocompromised Models
4:45 PM | Breakout Session 6: Gastrointestinal Metabolism
Metabolic Pathways Linking Nutrient Starvation and Gastric Mucosal Breakdown in Peptic Ulcer Models
5:00 PM – 5:25 PM | Breakout Session 7: Proteostasis & Human Health
Molecular Insights into Protein Misfolding, Disease Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Opportunities
5:45 PM | Breakout Session 8: Obesity & Metabolic Disorders
Metabolic Models of Obesity: Adipocyte Biology and Physiological Responses to Varying Socio-Environmental Stressors
6:00 PM | Breakout Session 9: Neuropathology & Aging
Modeling Neuropathological Pathways and Therapeutic Targets in Aging Populations Transitioning from Diabetes to Stroke
DAY 3 — WEDNESDAY, 17 MARCH 2027
Surveillance, Implementation & Impact of Vaccine Models
The final day focuses on vaccine research, infectious disease prevention, research implementation, and opportunities for future scientific collaboration.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Plenary Session: Vaccine Research & Disease Prevention
Readily Available Vaccines Against Infectious Pathogens: Molecular Targets and Population-Scale Protective Models
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Interactive Forum & Research Collaboration
Audience Contributions, Technical Roadmap Development, and Future Collaborative Research Strategies
An interactive discussion bringing together participants to share perspectives, identify research priorities, and explore potential scientific collaborations.
Closing Activities
12:00 PM | Audience Contributions & Closing Ceremony
Final audience engagement and official conference closing remarks.
12:20 PM | Attendee Appreciation
Acknowledgment and appreciation of conference participants, contributors, and attendees.
Conference Highlights
Event Information at a Glance
Conference: ThankGod Onuoha Foundation Conference 2027
Theme: Infection-Induced Chronic Pathologies: Molecular Mechanisms and Models
Dates: Monday, 15 March – Wednesday, 17 March 2027
Location: Swiss 33 Hotel and Suites, 90/250 Airport Road, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Format: Hybrid — Physical & Virtual
Time Zone: West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1)
Organized by: ThankGod Onuoha Foundation
Programme details and session schedules are subject to confirmation by the organizers.
A Charity and Research Initiative Project