The Nigerian Academy of Science (NAS) has inducted its first-ever female president since the 44 years of its existence. With her appointment, Professor Ekanem Ikpi Braide, a Professor of Parasitology/Epidemiology becomes the 19th President of the Academy. Braide, a seasoned researcher and administrator was a previous member of the national committee that achieved the laudable feat of guinea worm eradication in Nigeria. Here are...