ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2025
United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 60,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2025 on 7,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 290+ campuses worldwide (less than 5%) were selected to host the 4,500+ Millennium Fellows.
UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT MUSA AUMA NYAGOL, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Kisii University | Kisii, Kenya | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 4 & UNAI 9
" My passion for addressing global health challenges is driven by a desire to see science translated into solutions that improve lives. The Millennium Fellowship excites me because it offers a unique platform to refine my leadership skills, collaborate with like-minded change makers, and contribute meaningfully to the Sustainable Development Goals—particularly in combating antimicrobial resistance and strengthening public health. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Phage Therapy Awareness Against Antimicrobial Resistance
Phage therapy presents an alternative solution to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a growing global health concern. Through this project, I plan to engage my fellow colleagues in conversations, seminars, and awareness campaigns, helping them understand that certain viruses (like bacteriophages) can be explored as potential tools to manage any bacterial infections.
About the Millennium Fellow
Musa Nyagol is a dedicated and ambitious student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences and Technology at Kisii University, Kenya. Born in Kenya and currently residing in Kisii, he has conducted research at the Alupe KEMRI CDC Microbiology Laboratory, contributing to the understanding of infectious diseases. Musa possesses strong leadership skills, demonstrated through his active role in guiding multidisciplinary teams addressing global health challenges. Passionate about microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, and innovative health solutions, he aspires to advance into a career in infectious disease research, developing sustainable interventions that benefit communities both locally and internationally.
