Dr. Olalekan Onisuru | Drug Discovery | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Olalekan Onisuru | Drug Discovery | Research Associate at University of the Witwatersrand | South Africa
Dr. Olalekan Onisuru (PhD) is an accomplished scholar whose research contributions span the fields of structural biology, protein biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, and computer-aided drug design, with a strong focus on addressing infectious diseases of global significance. His academic journey culminated in a doctoral degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, where he advanced his expertise in structural and molecular biosciences, equipping him with the analytical and experimental skills required to explore the structural and biochemical mechanisms underlying disease pathogenesis. Building upon this foundation, Dr. Olalekan Onisuru has developed a professional career marked by impactful publications, international collaborations, and innovative projects aimed at combating diseases such as malaria and Lassa fever. His professional experience includes active participation in multidisciplinary research initiatives and contributions to both computational and empirical methodologies, thereby bridging the gap between theoretical drug design and laboratory validation. His research interests are diverse yet strategically focused on protein-ligand interactions, drug resistance mechanisms in Plasmodium species, therapeutic applications of nanoparticles, and the development of computational models that can accelerate the discovery of effective drug candidates against emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. Complementing his thematic interests, Dr. Olalekan Onisuru has cultivated strong research skills in structural characterization, protein-ligand docking, molecular dynamics simulations, enzyme biochemistry, and high-throughput virtual screening approaches, while also being proficient in applying advanced bioinformatics tools to large-scale biological data. His publication record demonstrates a trajectory of increasing impact, with Scopus-indexed articles in reputed journals including Viruses, Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications, Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, and International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, contributing to a citation count of 74, an h-index of 4, and an i10-index of 2, underscoring the growing recognition of his scholarly work. Beyond research output, Dr. Olalekan Onisuru has played leadership roles within academic and professional circles by mentoring students, participating in collaborative research networks, and contributing as a reviewer for peer-reviewed journals, thereby strengthening the global research community.
Academic Profile: ORCID | Scopus | Google Scholar
Selected Publications:
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Combating Lassa fever in West African sub-region: Progress, challenges, and future perspectives – 2023 – Citations: 39
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Glutathione S-transferase: A versatile and dynamic enzyme – 2024 – Citations: 23
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Evaluation of Plasmodium berghei Models in Malaria Research – 2024 – Citations: 4
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Describing the ligandin properties of Plasmodium falciparum and vivax glutathione transferase towards bromosulfophthalein from empirical and computational studies – 2024 – Citations: 4