Challenges and Strategies for Improving Training of Mid-Level Research Personnel in Nigeria
By: Echezona E. Ezeanolue, Theddeus Iheanacho, Dina V. Patel, Shatabdi Patel, Nadia Sam-Agudu, Michael Obiefune, Patrick Dakum, Prosper Okonkwo, Ayodotun Olutola, Hadiza Khamofu, Bolanle Oyeledun, Sani Aliyu, Muyiwa Aina, Andy Eyo, John Oko, Timothy Akinmurele, Obinna Oleribe, Usman Gebi, Muktar H. Aliyu, Rachel Sturke and George Siberry
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5334/aogh.2405 | Journal eISSN: 2214-9996
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Published on: Jun 18, 2019
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