Don reiterates importance of applied research to national development Don reiterates importance of applied research to national development Share For the Nigerian economy to experience the expected boost that can improve the wellbeing of citizens, there is a need to place more emphasis on applied research. A renowned scientist and vice-chancellor of Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Professor Olukayode Amund, made the remark after he was inducted as a fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Science in Abuja, according to a statement signed by a Senior Public Relations Officer in the university, Mr Olubunmi Afuye. He lamented the abysmal pace at which Nigeria’s technology is developing, saying the lack of funding of scientific research in Nigeria is affecting the country’s economic development.