Dr. Kwaku Agyemang-Manu, Member of Parliament for Dormaa Central, advocates for collaboration among researchers, implementers, politicians, and stakeholders to leverage research findings for national benefit. He highlights the need to break the confinement of research findings within academic circles and expresses optimism about harnessing student project works for economic transformation.
Speaking at the World Geoscientists and Geologists Day celebration organized by the University of Energy and Natural Resources Campus, Dr. Agyemang-Manu underscores the importance of geosciences in addressing preventive health in Ghana. He points out examples of groundbreaking innovations stemming from student projects in the United States, such as the use of drones for medical deliveries, which have revolutionized healthcare delivery in Ghana.
Dr. Lily Yevugah, Head of the Department of Geospatial Sciences at UENR-Campus Dormaa, emphasizes that geosciences play a crucial role in promoting sustainable development and ensuring infrastructure resilience. She calls for investments in geosciences research, education, and capacity-building initiatives, urging collaboration among government, academia, civil society, and industry to advance the nation's well-being.
