Editorial

Abstract

I write with great pleasure and a high sense of fulfillment to herald the production of Volume 1, Number L., July - December, 2013, of the University of Lagos Journal of Basic Medical Sciences, a Journal devoted to the publication of quality, high impact and society transforming research findings. I am of the opinion that research should be primarily designed and tailored towards addressing prevalent challenges in the immediate community and society of investigators, with general contribution to the global pool of knowledge and scientific advancement as additional important and secondary goals.

In all, research should be built upon the pillars of integrity, innovativeness and excellence. In furtherance of these hallmarks, this Journal will continue to provide I the needed virile and sustained platform for astute and dedicated researchers to publish and showcase their research findings towards the advancement of the society and her citizenry.

I urge colleagues, across diverse disciplines, institutions and geographical locations to continue to engage in meaningful and breakthrough-driven research endeavours, against the obvious prevalent challenges. There is no doubt that the working environment and devoted resources would continue to get better as the days, weeks, months and years roll on. In this edition of the University of Lagos Journal of Basic Medical Sciences, seven (7) quality articles have been published sequel to meticulous and rigorous process of peer review facilitated by our highly dedicated and esteemed review editors. The published papers cut across the Basic and Clinical Sciences with significan findings and recommendations for the improvement of the health condition of thepopulace and invariably their standard of living.

The Journal hopes to continue to attract multidisciplinary manuscripts from within and outside the University of Lagos and our Country, Nigeria. Effort is being geared towards enhancing the visibility of the Journal and published articles through a well designed, well maintained and user friendly website, with the ultimate aim of increasing the pool of contributors and readership of the Journal.

On a final note, I urge you all to seat back, read and take note of the published articles and their all-important conclusions and recommendations while deciding to publish your latest research findings in the University of Lagos Journal of Basic Medical Sciences.

Thank you for the patronage.