Prof Hulda Swai

Professor Hulda Shaidi Swai is a Tanzanian nanotechnology scientist and professor at the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) in Arusha. She holds a PhD in Biomaterials from Queen Mary’s College, University of London, UK. With over 28 years of research experience, Professor Swai is acclaimed for her pioneering work in applied nanomedicine, particularly targeting infectious diseases such as tuberculosis and malaria through innovative drug delivery systems. Before joining NM-AIST in 2015, she was a senior principal researcher at South Africa’s Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). At NM-AIST, she leads impactful projects including the African Centre for Research, Agricultural Advancement, Teaching Excellence and Sustainability (CREATES), funded by the World Bank. Professor Swai has also served as President of the African Materials Research Society and holds various international advisory roles, contributing significantly to advancing science and technology across Africa through research, training, and collaboration. Her work champions the institutional vision of academia serving society and industry.​