TITLE: DR.

NAME: JOHN OLUWATOSIN MAKANJUOLA

POSITION TITLE: SENIOR LECTURER

EDUCATION/TRAINING

A.                Personal Statement

My extensive training, expertise, and passion for dental materials, biomaterials, endodontics, and conservative dentistry uniquely position me to lead impactful research projects in these fields. As the principal investigator for clinical trials in rotary endodontics, I addressed the critical need for African-based research, contributing to the evolving field of endodontics. My dual role in academia and research has encompassed multifaceted research work, teaching and supervising restorative dental courses, coordinating laboratory sessions, and leading community outreach programs, all while serving as the Faculty Basic Clinical Skills Coordinator, Exams Coordinator and Faculty Advisor. Between 2019 and 2021, I successfully managed a multidisciplinary NIH-funded research project which culminated in a patent and a peer-reviewed publication. Additionally, I led a national survey team that assessed the awareness and preparedness of Nigerian dental professionals and students regarding safe amalgam management ahead of the global amalgam phase-down initiative. Currently, as a PhD researcher at King’s College London, my focus is on developing a new biocompatible dental material with enhanced mechanical properties, antibacterial activity, and enhanced mineralization. I am dedicated to translating this innovative material into clinical application. I also aim to develop sustainable and economical solutions for the production of dental materials in Nigeria and other developing nations.  I am eager to explore collaborative opportunities that will foster advancements in biomaterials and drive impactful change in dental practice.

B.     Positions, Scientific Appointment and Honors

• PhD Researcher King’s College London 2021-present
• Fellow of Higher Education Academy, Advance HE, UK April 2025
• Lead Investigator, B.R.A.I.N.S YR 05 Mentored Research Award funded by Fogarty International Center of National Institute of Health under Award Number D43TW010134 between 2019-2021
• E-learning Departmental Officer 2021
• Course Advisor and Exams Coordinator (600 level) 2020-2021
• Faculty Advisor (4^th year dental students) 2019-2021
• Faculty Basic Clinical Skills Coordinator 2018-2021
• Faculty Best Researcher at 11th Unilag Annual Research Conference & Fair 2016
• National Award 1^st Runner up/ 2^nd position Unilever Hatton Competition at Annual Scientific Meeting of the International Association for Dental Research, Nigerian Division 2016
• Former Publicity Secretary of Nigerian Dental Association- Lagos Chapter 2010-2011
• Local Organising Committee Member, Faculty of Dental Sciences Scientific Conference 2008 and 2012

C.    Selected Most Recent Publications/Contribution to Knowledge

1. Makanjuola J, Hill R, Niazi S, Aduse-Opoku J, Gurav N, Banerji S, Deb S. (2025) Multi-doped glasses with Mg²⁺ and Zn²⁺ ions in glass-ionomer cements. Dent Mater. In Print
2. Makanjuola J, Deb S. (2023) Chemically Activated Glass-Ionomer Cements as Bioactive Materials in Dentistry: A Review. Prosthesis. 5(1), 327-45. https://doi.org/10.3390/prosthesis5010024
3. Makanjuola J.O., Oderinu O.H., Umesi D.C. (2022) Treatment Outcome and Root Canal Preparation Techniques: 5-Year Follow-Up. Int Dent J. 72, 811-818. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.identj.2022.08.008
4. Patent No. NG/PT/NC/2021/5289.  Preparation of a novel glass ionomer cement derived from locally sourced silica precursor for Restorative Dentistry, 2021

Inventors: John O. Makanjuola, Luqman A. Adams, Enobong R. Essien, Babatunde O. Bolasodun, Donna C. Umesi, Olabisi H. Oderinu, Wasiu L. Adeyemo.

5. Makanjuola JO, Umesi DC, Ndukwe, A.N., Enone, L.L., Sotunde, O.A., Omo, J.O., et al. (2020) “Managing the phase-down of amalgam amongst Nigerian dental professionals and students: A national survey,” J. Dent. Educ. 24, 666-678. https://doi.org/10.1111/eje.12554

1. Collaborators/ Networks
2. Prof Sanjukta Deb King’s College London, UK
3. Prof Robert Hill, Queen Mary University of London, UK
4. Dr Subir Banerji, King’s College London, UK
5. Dr Sadia Niazi, King’s College London, UK
6. Prof L.A. Adams, University of Lagos