A decade of nanotechnology research in Nigeria (2010–2020): a scientometric analysis

Rusty gold in Nigeria: Untapped advances in nanotechnology

“…Coincidentally, these two universities are the major contributors to knowledge in nanotechnology research among public-funded universities in Nigeria. 14 Recent data obtained from Scopus shows that Nigeria contributed only 508 articles on nanotechnology in a decade (2010-2019), whereas South Africa and Egypt published 2282 and 4604 articles, respectively, in the same period. Abodunde and Jegede 9 reported a poor outlook for Nigeria in nanotechnology publishing in their report.…”

“…Nigeria was the most collaborating nation in Africa with South Africa on nanotechnology, with these collaborations accounting for 5.2% (585) of the publications of South Africa in the Web of Science during 2000-2019. 17 Several notable researchers in nanotechnology in Nigeria have footprints in South Africa, either through training or collaboration 14 ; these experiences can benefit Nigeria in developing its roadmap for nanotechnology. The national policy on nanotechnology that is long overdue must be enacted without further delay, and should address the aggressive and sustainable funding of nanotechnology initiatives in the country through improved budgetary allocation to education, science, technology and innovation.…”

Recent advances in functionalization of nanotextiles: A strategy to combat harmful microorganisms and emerging pathogens in the 21st century

“…Nanoparticles of different types have been exploited for numerous biomedical applications [ 2 , 3 , 4 ]. The use of nanomaterials has expanded the scope of nanotechnology in various disciplines of natural and applied sciences, engineering, agriculture, medicine, built environment and humanities [ 5 , 6 , 7 ]. Among nanomaterials that are used in different investigations, metal nanoparticles (MeNPs) are the most popular and versatile [ 8 , 9 ].…”