About Us
Span’s History
The Department of Physiology, Lagos State University College of Medicine started at the inception of the College of Medicine in 1999. The Department has grown over the years and has trained and graduated PhD, MSc, and BSc students.
The department also contribute as service department in the Training of BNSc, Pharmacology and Medical/Dental students. The Department possesses academic scholars of international repute and state of the art equipment in the laboratories with a refurbished modern Animal House.
Our Mission
To be a leading research-based department providing comprehensive training and service in Physiology to medical, allied health services and graduate students.
Our Vision
To be the foremost research based academic Department of Physiology in Africa
ACHIEVEMENTS
- The first Department to commence B.Sc. programme in the College.
- B.Sc. Physiology full NUC Accreditation (2015).
- A member of the deparment is the current Vice-Chancellor of the University
- The department recently produced 6 first class students for 2019/2020 graduating set.
PROFESSOR OLATUNJI BELLO
An astute academic, Professor Olatunji-Bello rose through the ranks from Assistant Lecturer (1988-1991), Lecturer II between 1991 and 1996, Lecturer I from 1996 to 1999, Senior Lecturer (1999 – 2005), Associate Professor between 2005 and October 1, 2007, all in the College of Medicine of the University of Lagos, Idiaraba. She assumed duty as the First Professor of Physiology in Lagos State University College of Medicine on the 2nd of October, 2007 Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello has held several professional and administrative positions both at UNILAG and LASU. Until her election as the First female Deputy Vice Chancellor of LASU, she was the First substantive Head of the Department of Physiology, LASUCOM.
Other University managerial positions held by Professor Olatunji-Bello include: Acting Vice Chancellor (July –December 21, 2010, January 30 – October 31st, 2011). Deputy Vice Chancellor (Dec 2008 to December 2010) Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), LASU (November 2011- January 2013 Head, Department of Physiology, LASUCOM (October 2007 to December 2008)
PROF. AJONUMA, LUIS
BSc, M.D, MMedSc, PhD Dean, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences Professor of Physiology BSc (Medical) Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, 1982-1985. M.D Lyceum Northwestern University, Dagupan City 1986-1990. MMedSc. The University of Hong Kong, 1998-1999. Ph.D The Chinese University of Hong Kong 2000-2004. Postdoctoral Fellow, Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan 1993-1994. Postdoctoral Fellow, Epithelial Cell Biology Research Centre(ECBRC), Department of Physiology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong 2004-2007.
Comr. Oseni Samuel
As we move forward, we will focus on creating opportunities for personal and academic growth, ensuring that every student has access to the resources and support they need to thrive. We aim to inspire and empower our members to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society.
I am confident that with the dedication and passion of our executive council, we will make significant strides in advancing the goals of SPAN LASUCOM. Together, we will build a legacy of excellence that will benefit future generations of students.
Making the world a better place through constructing elegant intellects.