Cynthia Okoli, a Nigerian student at Oxford Brookes University, has been honoured with a national research award for her work on a clinical trial in Oxfordshire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Okoli initially pursued a degree in business administration but later switched to an MSc in mental health nursing after working as a part-time support worker on mental health wards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arriving in the UK in 2019 as an international student, Okoli initially pursued an MBA program at the University of South Wales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, her career trajectory shifted when she encountered a group of nurses who inspired her to pursue mental health nursing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reflecting on her experience, Okoli noted the lack of mental health provisions and persistent stigma surrounding mental health issues in Nigeria, which further motivated her decision to transition into nursing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As part of her studies, she undertook a Mental Health Student Hybrid (MESH) placement at Oxford’s Warneford Hospital, where she gained valuable research experience alongside her clinical placements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Her research focused on the use of ketamine as a treatment for severe depression, and she actively participated in various research processes, including screening potential participants for the clinical trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Okoli’s dedication and engagement in her research led her to be recognized with the ‘Most Engaged MESH Student’ national award for her outstanding work in the clinical trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Okoli is set to attend the Student Nursing Times Awards ceremony in London on April 26, where she will be celebrated for her achievements in mental health nursing research.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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