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Meet John Dabiri, Nigerian born Aeronautics Engineer Who Became A Prof At 25
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
John Oluseun Dabiri is a Nigerian-American engineer and professor at Caltech who became popular for his research on how jellyfish swim and his design of wind farms inspired by fish movements.
He earned his PhD in 2005 at the age of 25. In 2020, Dabiri joined the board of NVIDIA. At that time, NVIDIA was valued at $323 billion. Today, it is worth $2.314 trillion, making it the third largest tech company.
Dabiri was born in 1980, five years after his parents moved to Ohio from Nigeria. His father was a mechanical engineer and math teacher while his mother was a computer scientist who started her own software company. Dabiri attended a small Baptist high school and graduated as the top student in 1997. He went to Princeton University, where he studied mechanical and aerospace engineering. Later, he earned a Master’s and PhD at Caltech in Aeronautics and Bioengineering.
Dabiri has received 28 research grants throughout his career, focusing on fluid mechanics and energy. At 25, he became a professor at Caltech. He worked there for 10 years, serving in different roles, including Dean of Students. In 2015, he moved to Stanford, where he taught engineering until 2019. In 2020, he joined NVIDIA’s board. During his time there, the company saw massive growth. By March 2024, NVIDIA’s value reached $2.314 trillion.
Dabiri leads the Dabiri Lab at Caltech, where he studies energy, fluid mechanics, and biology. In 2011, he created a wind farm called FLOWE, which focuses on improving vertical-axis wind turbines. He also started a company, Scalable Wind Solutions, to place turbines in optimal spots. His ideas have even led to a project with the Navy for an underwater vehicle that uses 30% less energy. Dabiri also directs the Biological Propulsion Lab, which explores how fluids move in biology and energy.
Dabiri received many honours for his work. In 2010, he won a MacArthur Fellowship, often called the “Genius Grant.” He also received the National Science Foundation’s Alan T. Waterman Award. In 2014, he was elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society. Dabiri is also on several boards and advisory groups, including President Biden’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
Family
Dabiri is one of three children. His brother, Gabriel Yomi Dabiri, is a lawyer in New York and a managing partner at Polsinelli law firm. Gabriel has received several awards for his leadership in law.
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By Gloria Ikibah
As part of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the House of Representatives is set to lead a historic march on Monday, November 25, 2024, in a bold effort to tackle gender-based violence (GBV) in the country.
The march, which begins at 8:00 AM, will see over 1,000 participants, including lawmakers and members of the public walk from the National Assembly to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja. The event will culminate in the submission of a petition to the Inspector General of Police, demanding decisive action against GBV and greater protection for vulnerable groups.
Speaking about the initiative, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., GCON, said, “This march and the activities that follow are not mere gestures but a reflection of our determination to confront gender-based violence head-on. We are committed to building a society where justice, equality, and safety prevail for all Nigerians.”
In a statement by the House Spokesperson, Rep. Akin Rotimi on Saturday in Abuja, he said, “The 10th House of Representatives has reaffirmed its commitment to systemic reforms, collaboration, and accountability in the fight against gender-based violence.
“In addition to the march, the House has outlined key activities in alignment with its Legislative Agenda (2023–2027) to sustain awareness and action throughout the campaign period.
“Sash Demonstration Ceremony – Tuesday, November 26, 2024
“Convergence of State Assembly Speakers – Monday, December 9, 2024. A strategic meeting at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, will bring together Speakers of State Houses of Assembly to discuss legislative measures for combating GBV nationwide.
“National Citizens’ Summit and GBV Conference 2024 – Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The summit will focus on constitutional reforms and securing endorsements for gender equality initiatives led by the House of Representatives”.
Naijablitznews.com reports that this year’s 16 Days of Activism aims to galvanise nationwide efforts and inspire collective action to protect human rights, ensure justice, and create a safer, more equitable Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has departed Galeao Air force Basa (SBGL) Airport, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday, for Abuja after attending the 19th G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The President is due to arrive at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 10.00 p.m. (Nigerian time).
President Tinubu had attended the G20 Leaders summit where he endorsed the global alliance against hunger and poverty, which he said was pivotal.
The President also held bilateral talks with Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), who commended his administration’s economic reforms and their positive indicators.
He also presided over the signing of a 2.5 billion dollar Letter of Intent between the Nigerian government and the JBS S.A., a Brazilian company and one of the top three largest meat processing companies in the World.
The president was accompanied in the trip by senior government officials including the minister of foreign affairs yusuf Tuggar, the national security adviser, Nuhu RIBADU and many others.
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