Eric A Okraha

Biography:

Eric Okrah completed his master’s studies in Pharmaceutical Science at Jiangsu University, China, where his research focused on the discovery and development of anti-cancer compounds, specifically targeting breast cancer. He then joined the Annesley Lab at La Trobe University, Australia, to pursue his PhD in neuropharmacology. He is also affiliated with the La Trobe University’s Medicinal Agriculture Hub. Currently, he is in his second year of doctoral research, investigating the therapeutic potential of cannabis-derived compounds for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. His work lies at the intersection of drug discovery and neurodegenerative disorders, with a strong interest in translating natural product research into clinical solutions