Professor Priscilla K. Mante, wife of renowned musician Linford Kennedy Amankwah, popularly known as Kojo Kew, has been promoted to the esteemed position of Associate Professor of Pharmacology, marking a significant milestone in her academic career. achieved.
Dr. Mante brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as a Senior Lecturer in the acclaimed Faculty of Pharmacy at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
Her academic career includes completing a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) and a Ph.D. in Pharmacology, both from her KNUST.
Professor Mante’s research focuses primarily on investigating isolated pharmaceutical compounds for their effects on refractory epilepsy, and is highly regarded in this field.
Her groundbreaking research utilizes animal disease models and advanced techniques such as whole-cell patch-clamp techniques to delve into the complex mechanisms of voltage-gated sodium channel activity in natural products.
Through his pioneering research, Dr. Mante aims to discover new treatments for epilepsy, depression, and anxiety, thereby contributing significantly to the advancement of medicine.
In addition to his academic studies, Dr. Mante is a registered pharmacist and an active member of various prestigious professional bodies, including the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana, the Ghana Young Academy, and the International Society of Neurochemistry.
She also has the distinction of being a founding member of the esteemed Ghana Neuroscience Society.
Dr. Priscilla K. Mante’s promotion to the esteemed position of Associate Professor of Pharmacology is a testament to her dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to advancing the field of pharmacology.