By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin

Thomas Adewumi University (TAU), Oko-Irese, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, has acquired and deployed a state-of-the-art virtual dissection table to enhance the training of its medical students.

The Vice-Chancellor, Francisca OnaOlapo Oladipo, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists over the weekend.

According to the statement, the institution recently unveiled the Asclepius TBK 84 EA Virtual Dissection Table—an advanced 84-inch interactive 3D platform designed for anatomy, radiology, and surgical simulation.

The equipment, supplied by 3B Scientific, represents a significant investment in cutting-edge educational technology.

“With the introduction of this innovation, TAU becomes one of the first universities in Nigeria to integrate virtual dissection technology into its medical curriculum, marking a new era in the teaching and learning of human anatomy,” the statement said.

University officials described the development as a transformative milestone that redefines the traditional anatomy theatre.

Unlike conventional cadaver-based methods, the virtual dissection table enables students to explore the human body digitally in life-size detail, examining anatomical structures layer by layer without the need for physical dissection.

The platform also allows students and medical professionals to carry out a wide range of advanced learning and clinical simulations, including virtual dissections of life-size human cadavers, real-time conversion of CT and MRI scans into detailed 3D models, and simulation of complex pre-surgical procedures.

In addition, it supports in-depth studies in histopathology, radiology, and endoscopy, as well as comparative anatomy across more than 40 animal species.

The system further enhances learning through access to over 12,000 curriculum-based assessment questions, enabling students to test their knowledge and improve diagnostic skills in an interactive environment.

Stakeholders in the education sector have commended the initiative, noting that such technological advancement positions TAU among forward-looking medical institutions in Nigeria. They added that the investment would improve the quality of medical training and better prepare students for modern, technology-driven clinical practice.

The university reaffirmed its commitment to academic excellence and innovation, stating that the acquisition aligns with its vision of delivering world-class education within Nigeria.

With the development, TAU continues to strengthen its reputation as a hub for advanced medical training, bringing global standards of education to Oko-Irese and beyond.