Brain health is a human right.

Biological scientist and certified EEG Neurotechnologist building NeuralVillage to integrate neuroscience, genetics, and architecture for healthy urbanization across Africa.

Pioneering Speaker of the FCT-Abuja Youth Parliament and Founder of the Dr. Ladi Kwali Foundation, championing cultural heritage alongside deep technology.

Former Head of R&D at the Cirus Foundation (Canada); ministerial delegate for the 2025 G20 Summit in South Africa; recognized by Forbes and ForbesBLK.

• MSc Public Health & Informatics, University of the West Indies
• Forbes / ForbesBLK feature

Nigerian educator and researcher in the mathematical sciences, currently a PhD candidate at the Nigerian Defence Academy Postgraduate School, Kaduna.

Holds an NCE from the Federal University of Education Zaria, a BSc from Ahmadu Bello University, and an MSc from the Nigerian Defence Academy, all strengthened by a TRCN teaching certification.

As Country Director, she is dedicated to improving quality of life for people with neurological conditions by fostering innovation, education, and community engagement in brain health. Beyond academia, she is a skilled chef-baker and project manager with a background in animal husbandry, blending culinary arts with agricultural science to build practical, local solutions.

• PhD Candidate, Nigerian Defence Academy Postgraduate School
• TRCN-Certified Educator

Brazilian-Argentinian Medical Biosciences student at Imperial College London, driven to reduce the global burden of neurodegenerative disease.

Elected student leader in Imperial's Faculty of Medicine, chairing staff-student meetings and amplifying the student voice in department-wide improvements.

Active researcher applying CRISPR-CAS9 to study gene knockouts in Atherosclerosis and exploring EEG/qEEG as biomarkers for neurodegenerative conditions.

• Medical Biosciences, Imperial College London
• Student Leader, Imperial Faculty of Medicine

Software developer who discovered code at 15 through .NET, driven by a lasting curiosity to build things that make life easier for people.

Currently studying at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, with much of his expertise forged through personal research and long hours exploring what's possible with code.

As CTO, he values clean, thoughtful engineering and tactical problem-solving, believing that calm, people-first leadership is the best way to build technology that endures.

• Computer Science, University of Nigeria, Nsukka
• CTO, NeuralVillage

Biochemist and Master's student in Bioengineering at the University Federal of São João del Rei, focused on the intersection of biochemistry and neurotechnology.

Researcher with Universidad Mayor de San Andrés (UMSA) and NEUROTECH-UMSA, exploring neurobiology, bio-electronic integration, and clinical applications of neuro-tools in the Bolivian healthcare sector.

As COO, he brings bilingual Spanish/English fluency and a research-driven mindset to help bridge neuroscience, engineering, and operations across Latin American and African communities.

• Bachelor's in Biochemistry, UMSA
• MSc Candidate in Bioengineering, UFSJ

AI/ML Developer with a background in Computer Engineering, driven by resilience, continuous learning, and a belief that technology should serve people in clear, ethical, and meaningful ways.

Studied Computer Engineering at Caritas University, Enugu (2017–2023), building a foundation in programming, system logic, and engineering problem-solving, with much of her growth since then coming from self-directed learning and real-world application.

At NeuralVillage, she designs, trains, and optimizes machine learning and neural network models, turning ideas into functional AI prototypes that prioritize usability, clarity, and impact. Her toolkit includes Python, TensorFlow, and PyTorch, with a focus on practical implementation and systems people can trust.

• B.Eng Computer Engineering, Caritas University, Enugu
• AI/ML Developer, NeuralVillage

Project Manager and nutrition advocate passionate about helping people take charge of their health through food, viewing nutrition as a powerful tool for preventing disease and supporting long-term wellness.

Holds a Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics from The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi and a Postgraduate Degree in Public Health from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, bridging personalized care with community-level health strategy.

At NeuralVillage, he coordinates teams and guides projects to ensure ideas are delivered with efficiency, impact, and a spirit of continuous improvement, always aiming to empower people with the knowledge and tools to live healthier lives.

• Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
• Postgraduate Public Health, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi

Mental Health Physician at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH), specializing in the diagnosis and clinical management of psychiatric disorders within a tertiary care setting.

Holds an MBBS degree and is committed to providing evidence-based brain health services that contribute to the clinical excellence of one of Nigeria’s leading teaching hospitals.

At NeuralVillage, he brings clinical rigor and compassionate care to the team, helping bridge neuroscience innovation with real-world patient outcomes.

• MBBS
• Mental Health Physician, University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital

Intern passionate about organizational management and public service, currently gaining hands-on experience as a Personal Assistant intern at NeuralVillage.

Holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, with a strong foundation in administrative processes, governance, institutional management, and human resource management.

Motivated, adaptable, and growth-oriented, she aims to contribute to roles that promote efficient administration, effective governance, and continuous improvement within formal organizational structures.

• B.Sc Public Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
• Personal Assistant Intern, NeuralVillage

Neurotechnologist and science communicator with an MSc in Neuroethics from Harvard Medical School, exploring the power of thought through brain-computer interfacing.

Works as Neurotech Innovation Strategist and Marketing Lead at Blackrock Neurotech, and creates educational content about BCIs through his social channels as The BCI Guy.

Admires human cognition and consciousness, and is dedicated to expanding and protecting them, advocating for ethical, legal, and cultural boundaries that shape a brain-controlled, equitable, and beneficial future.

• MSc Neuroethics, Harvard Medical School
• Neurotech Innovation Strategist, Blackrock Neurotech

Technology entrepreneur, venture builder, and global growth advisor focused on using digital infrastructure to solve meaningful human problems at scale.

Through ShortCircuit Ventures, he helps companies turn ambitious ideas into market-ready platforms across AI, software, data systems, and commercialization strategy, working with senior leaders and former executives from some of the world's most influential technology companies, including Apple.

As a Global Advisor to NeuralVillage, Michael supports the mission to make brain health a human right by helping bridge innovation, capital, partnerships, and execution for accessible AI-powered brain health solutions.

• Founder, ShortCircuit Ventures
• Global Advisor, NeuralVillage