Floret Center and Federal Medical Centre, Bida Sign MoU to Advance Genomics and Translational Health Research in Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria — 29 January 2026
The Floret Center for Advanced Genomics & Bioinformatics Research (“The Floret Center”) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Medical Centre, Bida (“FMC Bida”), establishing a collaborative framework to advance genomics, translational health research, and evidence-based clinical practice in Nigeria. The partnership emphasizes capacity building, clinical research, and the generation of data-driven healthcare solutions.
The collaboration brings together FMC Bida’s clinical expertise and accredited training programs with Floret Center’s strengths in genomics, evidence-based healthcare, and data-driven research. Together, both institutions aim to strengthen research, training, and innovation that translate into meaningful public health impact.
A Platform for National Impact
This partnership provides a foundation for high-impact research, joint training programs, and institutional collaborations that will contribute to advancing healthcare, scientific knowledge, and translational genomics in Nigeria.
About the Floret Center
The Floret Center for Advanced Genomics & Bioinformatics Research is a not-for-profit institute committed to advancing genomics and computational life sciences in Africa through innovative research, capacity building, and collaborative partnerships. The Floret Center serves as the host institution of the JBI Nigerian Evidence-Based Healthcare and Genomics Center, a collaborating entity of JBI, an institute of the University of Adelaide, Australia.
About FMC Bida
Established in 1997, the Federal Medical Centre, Bida is a tertiary health institution with a broad patient catchment area, accredited postgraduate training programs, and a mission to provide quality healthcare, conduct relevant research, and deliver community service.
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Floret Center for Advanced Genomics & Bioinformatics Research
Advancing genomics, bioinformatics, and translational health research for a healthier, more equitable future in Nigeria.