Excellent FUTO: A Hub of Multidisciplinary Research Excellence
At the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), research is not conducted in silos—it thrives on interdisciplinary collaboration. Built around dedicated multidisciplinary research units, FUTO is driving innovation by bringing together experts from diverse fields to tackle complex national and global challenges.
Our Centres of Excellence embody this approach, fostering cutting-edge research that transcends traditional academic boundaries. This commitment to multidisciplinary engagement has fueled remarkable achievements, positioning FUTO as a leader in research and innovation.
Driving Research Excellence and Impact
- ✅ TETFUND NRF Grant Success: In recent years, FUTO researchers have excelled in securing Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) National Research Fund (NRF) grants, which focus on solving Nigeria’s most pressing developmental challenges. This success reflects the strength of interdisciplinary research collaborations across our Centres of Excellence.
- ✅ National Recognition: FUTO’s dedication to impactful research has earned it a No. 4 ranking in Nigeria in 2024, reinforcing our status as a top research-driven institution.
- ✅ Quantum Leap in Research Outputs: The synergy between our multidisciplinary research teams has led to an exponential rise in publications, with FUTO researchers making significant contributions to high-impact journals.
Our Centres of Excellence: Pioneering Multidisciplinary Research
- 🏆 Africa Centre of Excellence in Future Energies and Electrochemical Systems (ACE-FUELS): Leading research in clean energy, electrochemical systems, and sustainable energy solutions, supported by the World Bank and the French Development Agency.
- 🏆 Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Procurement, Environment, and Social Standards (Ce-SPESS): Shaping the future of sustainable governance, procurement systems, and environmental standards, backed by the World Bank.
- 🏆 Centre of Excellence on Local Materials Substitutions (CE-LoMaS): Revolutionizing indigenous material innovation and industrial applications, with support from the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB).
The Future of Research at FUTO
By fostering multidisciplinary engagement, industry partnerships, and policy-driven research, FUTO is transforming knowledge into real-world solutions. Through Excellent FUTO, we celebrate the achievements of our researchers and reaffirm our commitment to pushing the frontiers of science, technology, and sustainable development.
🚀 Welcome to Excellent FUTO—the future of research, innovation, and impact.