International Environmental & Health Sciences Consortium (IEHSC)
- March 27, 2023
- News
Collaborative Centers: NSUK – Jose A. Centeno International Center for Medical Geology Research
The Jose A. Centeno International Center for Medical Geology Research (JACMEDGEO), established at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) in Nigeria, stands as a global pioneer in the field of medical geology. As the first academic center of its kind in the world, JACMEDGEO plays a central role in advancing scientific understanding of the connections between geology, environmental factors, and public health.
The Center pursues this vision through:
- Academic programs in undergraduate and graduate medical geology education
- Promoting cutting-edge research on geologic influences on human and animal health
- Supporting scientific collaboration across national and international networks
- Serving as a platform for knowledge exchange through workshops, conferences, publications, and outreach
A Landmark Initiative in Africa
The creation of the Medical Geology Chair and the JACMEDGEO Center was made possible by the leadership of NSUK Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mohammed Suleiman, and honors Dr. José A. Centeno, former President of the International Medical Geology Association (IMGA) and one of the field’s founders.
Guided by Dr. Nghargbu K’tso, a leading expert in Nigeria, the Center focuses on building research capacity, developing academic programs, and creating collaborative networks that address health risks arising from geological processes and exposures such as mining activities.
Strategic Partnerships
- Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK)
- International Medical Geology Association (IMGA)
- International Environmental and Health Sciences Consortium (IEHSC)
- National and international researchers and funding agencies
