πŸ“’ FUHSA IBR Platform v4 Now Live β€” Enhanced Submission Workflow πŸ“’ 2025/2026 TETFund IBR Grant Cycle β€” Applications Now Open πŸ“’ Research Methodology & Ethics Training for Academic Staff
πŸ“ KM3, Potiskum Road, Azare, Bauchi State, Nigeria
FUHSA Gate
Federal University of Health Sciences Azare

Advancing Health Sciences
Through Research & Innovation

The Directorate of Research, Innovation & Development (DRID) coordinates institutional research, manages grants, and drives knowledge creation at Nigeria's premier health sciences university.

πŸ”¬ IBR Platform πŸ›οΈ NRF Platform πŸ›οΈ Academic Manuscript into Books
IBR
5+
Active Projects
₦262M+
Grants Awarded
0+
Publications
NRF
34
Applications
₦230M+
Approved
₦540M+
Funding
About FUHSA DRID

Nigeria's Leading Health Sciences University

The Federal University of Health Sciences Azare (FUHSA) is dedicated to producing highly trained health professionals and advancing medical knowledge through rigorous research and innovation.

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Development (DRID) coordinates all institutional research activities, manages grant applications, and ensures research quality and ethics compliance across the university. Located on Potiskum Road, Azare, Bauchi State, FUHSA provides world-class health sciences education supported by modern infrastructure and dedicated academic staff.

University Leadership

Our Leaders

Prof. Bala Mohammed Audu
Vice Chancellor
From the Vice Chancellor's Desk

Prof. Bala Mohammed Audu

MBBS
Vice Chancellor β€” FUHSA

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Development (DRID) plays a critical role in advancing the research and innovation agenda of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare. I commend the Directorate for its dedication to promoting quality research, fostering collaboration, and supporting innovations that address pressing health and development challenges. I encourage the team to sustain this momentum as we strive for excellence and greater impact in academia and society.

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Prof. Saad Tanimu
Deputy Vice-Chancellor(DRID)
From the Deputy Vice-Chancellor(DRID)'s Desk

Prof. Saad Tanimu

MBBS
Deputy Vice-Chancellor(DRID) β€” FUHSA

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Development(DRID) serves as a catalyst for excellence in research, innovation, and knowledge generation within the University. Through its strategic initiatives, the Directorate continues to strengthen our research culture, promote impactful collaborations, and support innovations that contribute to improved health outcomes and national development. I commend the commitment of our staff and researchers and encourage them to continue pursuing excellence in scholarship and innovation.

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Prof. Musa Garbati
Director, Research, Innovation and Development (DRID)
From the Director, Research, Innovation and Development (DRID)'s Desk

Prof. Musa Garbati

MBBS
Director, Research, Innovation and Development (DRID) β€” FUHSA

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Development (DRID) has continued to make significant strides in advancing the research mandate of the University. Over the past years, we have strengthened the institutional research ecosystem through the establishment and promotion of the Institution-Based Research (IBR) grant scheme, support for faculty and student-led research, capacity-building activities, and strategic collaborations with national and international partners.

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Research Focus Areas

Our Thematic Research Domains

Infectious Diseases and Global Health

HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, viral hepatitis, neglected tropical diseases, antimicrobial resistance, emerging infections, outbreak preparedness, vaccine research

Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)

Hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, chronic kidney disease, chronic respiratory diseases, obesity, cancer prevention

Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health

Maternal mortality, neonatal care, childhood infections, nutrition, adolescent reproductive health, immunization, congenital disorders

Cancer Research and Precision Oncology

Cancer epidemiology, screening, molecular diagnostics, cervical cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, palliative care, cancer genomics

IBR Platform

Institution-Based Research Portal

Submit proposals, track ethics clearance, manage budgets and monitor your IBR research projects.

1

Prepare Your Proposal

Include project title, executive summary, objectives, methodology, budget justification, and Vancouver-style references.

2

Obtain Institutional Approvals

Secure departmental, faculty, ethics committee, and Vice Chancellor approvals before submission.

3

Register on the Portal

Create your account on the IBR platform using your institutional email address and complete verification.

4

Complete Application Form

Fill in applicant details, staff number, faculty, department, academic rank, and contact information.

5

Upload Supporting Documents

Attach full proposal, ethical clearance, CV, institutional endorsement letters, and Gantt chart.

6

Review & Submit

Verify all sections, confirm budget calculations, submit and download your acknowledgement slip.

⚠️ Common Errors to Avoid

  • Incomplete or missing documentation
  • Incorrect budget calculations
  • Wrong or corrupt file formats
  • Missing ethical clearance certificate
  • Submitting duplicate applications
  • Missing submission deadlines

πŸš€ FUHSA IBR Online Portal

Proposal Submission β€’ Ethics Review β€’ Document Upload β€’ Budget Management β€’ Progress Tracking

Launch IBR Platform β†’ πŸ“₯ Download Forms & Annexures ↓

πŸ›οΈ NRF Research Portal

TETFund NRF Applications β€’ National Research Grants β€’ Collaborative Research β€’ Funding Opportunities

34
Applications
₦230M+
Approved
₦540M+
Funding
Launch NRF Platform β†’ πŸ”— nrf.tetfund.gov.ng β†—
NRF Platform

National Research Fund Portal

Access the National Research Fund (NRF) application portal for competitive research grants across Nigerian universities.

πŸ›οΈ NRF Grant Application Portal

Access the official TETFund National Research Fund portal for competitive research grant applications.

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Student Projects

Student Research Area

Browse research projects completed by FUHSA students across all faculties and programmes.

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Downloads

Forms & Annexures

Download official application forms, templates, and research documents.

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IBR Proporsal Form
IBR Proporsal Form
⬇ Download File (62 KB)
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IBR ANNEXURE
IBR ANNEXURE
⬇ Download File (12 KB)
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Academic Manuscript
Academic Manuscript
⬇ Download File (142 KB)
External Funding

Externally Funded Research Grants

Research projects at FUHSA supported by external sponsors, international bodies, and funding agencies.

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No externally funded grants recorded yet.

Grant Recipients

Research Grant Beneficiaries

No beneficiaries recorded yet.

Latest Updates

News & Announcements

All News β†’
Platform Launch
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June 9, 2026

FUHSA IBR Platform v4 Now Live β€” Enhanced Submission Workflow

The latest IBR portal features improved proposal submission, ethics tracking, and document management for researchers.

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Call for Applications
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June 9, 2026

2025/2026 TETFund IBR Grant Cycle β€” Applications Now Open

Academic staff are invited to apply for TETFund Institutional-Based Research grants. Only one proposal per staff per cycle.

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Workshop
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June 9, 2026

Research Methodology & Ethics Training for Academic Staff

A comprehensive workshop covering proposal writing, ethical considerations, and IBR submission procedures for FUHSA staff.

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Research Output

Publications & Journal Repository

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Get in Touch

Contact DRID

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Address
FUHSA, KM3 Potiskum Road, Azare, Bauchi State, Nigeria
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Email
drid@fuhsa.edu.ng
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Phone
+234 (0) 803 000 0000
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Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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