Zafarani Uwingabire | Economic Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zafarani Uwingabire | Economic Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zafarani Uwingabire is a Doctor in Economic Sciences and lecturer at Institut Agro Dijon, France, specializing in agricultural economics, environmental valuation, and biodiversity. With over a decade of academic and research experience across France and Rwanda, she has contributed to policy-relevant insights on pollinators’ decline and ecosystem services. Her multidisciplinary work intersects economics, ecology, and public policy.

Professional Profile

Education

Dr. Uwingabire earned her PhD in Economic Sciences from the University of Toulouse 2 – Jean Jaurès (2021), where she evaluated the socio-economic impacts of pollinator decline. She holds a Master of Science in AgroFood Chain from INP-ENSAT (2015), focusing on trade and nutritional impacts of pollinator loss. Her academic journey began with a BSc in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness from the University of Rwanda (2012), where she analyzed land use consolidation policy impacts on agriculture and poverty in Muhanga District.

Professional Experience

Dr. Uwingabire is currently a lecturer at Institut Agro Dijon and researcher at CESAER-INRAE. She has held postdoctoral roles at INRAE Agroécologie and taught at University of Toulouse and Sciences Po Toulouse. She previously worked as an ATER, a research engineer, a consultant at FAO in Rome, and managed the coffee value chain at NAEB in Rwanda. Her career bridges academic, field-based, and policy-focused roles internationally.

Research Interests

Dr. Uwingabire’s research lies at the intersection of environmental economics, agroecology, and policy evaluation. She specializes in the economic assessment of ecosystem services, especially pollination, and studies the impact of biodiversity decline on social welfare. Her work involves interdisciplinary collaboration to develop tools for dialogue among scientists, NGOs, and policymakers. Her current projects focus on sustainable agriculture, water reuse, and pressures on pollinators.

Awards and Honors

While specific awards and honors are not detailed in the CV, Dr. Uwingabire’s academic journey includes recognition through prestigious research positions, including postdoctoral roles at INRAE and lecturer positions at leading French institutions. Her doctoral research, supervised by renowned economists and defended before a panel including CNRS and FAO experts, reflects scholarly excellence. Her selection for roles in international organizations like FAO underscores her impact.

Publications

Nafiseh Zamindar | food science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Nafiseh Zamindar | food science | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch Islamic Azad University, Iran

Nafiseh Zamindar is an Associate Professor at the Department of Food Science and Technology, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan Branch. With a Ph.D. in Food Science from Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), her research focuses on thermal processing techniques, including ohmic heating and numerical modeling of food heating. She has contributed significantly to studies on canned food sterilization and the antibacterial properties of essential oils. Alongside her academic work, Dr. Zamindar is passionate about innovative food preservation methods and sustainable packaging solutions, positioning her as a leader in food technology research.
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Assist Prof Dr. Parastoo Majidian | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Parastoo Majidian | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Crop and Horticultural Science Research Department at Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization, Iran

Parastoo Majidian is an assistant professor at the Crop and Horticultural Science Research Department of the Mazandaran Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center in Sari, Iran. She was born on June 7, 1984, and is Iranian.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Dr. Parastoo Majidian completed her Ph.D. in Plant Breeding-Genetic Engineering and Molecular Genetics from the Department of Plant Breeding at Sari University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Iran, from 2012 to 2016. Her Ph.D. program comprised 2 years of a taught program, followed by a comprehensive examination and 2 years of research work. She achieved a GPA of 17.56 out of 20, ranking third among five students. Her thesis, titled “Evaluation of artificial regulation system in Bacillus subtilis in order to transcriptional control,” earned a score of 19.70 out of 20 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. H. Najafi Zarini and Prof. Dr. K.I. Yoshida. Earlier, she obtained her M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering-Plant Biotechnology from the same university, following a similar program structure from 2009 to 2011. She secured a GPA of 17.46 out of 20 and her thesis on “Evaluation of genetic diversity of some apricot cultivars and genotypes using SSR and AFLP markers” received a score of 19.90 out of 20. Prof. Dr. H. Najafi Zarini and Prof. Dr. M. Zeinalabedini supervised her during this period. Dr. Majidian began her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Plant Pathology from the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran, from 2003 to 2007, achieving a GPA of 16.38 out of 20.

Skills:

Dr. Parastoo Majidian is proficient in a range of molecular biology techniques, including PCR and primer designing, qRT-PCR, cDNA synthesis, and agarose gel electrophoresis. She is also experienced in statistical genomics software such as Gcluto, NTSYS, Splitstree, xlstat, genalex, power marker, Oligo7, structure, tassel, and microsatellite toolkit. Her expertise extends to genetic engineering techniques, including the isolation and purification of nucleic acids, isolation of chromosomes, nucleic acid blotting techniques, DNA sequencing, alternative methods of DNA sequencing, chemical synthesis of DNA, bacterial culture, and genetic transformation. In the field of proteomics, Dr. Majidian is skilled in high-quality protein extraction and purification, Bradford assay, SDS-PAGE, and spectrophotometric enzyme assay. She is also well-versed in various plant breeding techniques such as backcrossing or introgression breeding, inbreeding, hybrid breeding, measurement of quantitative and qualitative traits, selection with molecular markers in plant breeding, quantitative trait loci localization, genetic engineering, and applying abiotic stress at field or greenhouse conditions. Additionally, she is knowledgeable in plant physiology techniques including enzyme assays such as antioxidants enzyme activity and metabolite content measurement assay.

Teaching Experience:

At the University of Payam Noor and Sana Institute of Higher Education, Dr. Parastoo Majidian has completed courses covering a wide range of subjects in biotechnology, genetic engineering, biochemistry, statistics, genetic biometric, plant physiology, plant breeding, bioinformatics, plant tissue culture, molecular genetics, and advanced molecular genetics. She has also studied plant breeding for resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses, as well as plant diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Additionally, Dr. Majidian has participated in several workshops, including “The Agronomy and Principles of Camelina Cultivation” in winter 2021, “The Principles of Soybean Cultivation and Its Breeding” in spring 2021, “The Principles of Soybean Cultivation and Nutrition 1&2” in spring 2021, “Soybean Cultivation After Wheat Harvest 1&2” in summer 2021, and “The Importance of Soybean Cultivation” in spring 2023. These workshops have provided her with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in various aspects of agriculture and crop cultivation.

Honors and Achievements:

Dr. Parastoo Majidian has achieved several honors and accomplishments throughout her career. She successfully obtained a research grant from the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology for a sabbatical leave, which allowed her to work as a researcher at the Department of Agrobioscience, Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Kobe University, Kobe, Japan, from 2014 to 2015. Prior to this, she worked as a researcher at the Department of System Biology, Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran (ABRII), Mahdasht Road, Karaj, Iran, from 2009 to 2011. Dr. Majidian is a member of several prestigious societies, including the Iranian Genetic Society, the Iranian Biotechnology Society, and the Iranian Agronomy and Plant Breeding Society. These memberships reflect her commitment to advancing knowledge and research in the field of genetics, biotechnology, agronomy, and plant breeding.

 Publications:

  1. 🌿 Metabolic engineering of microorganisms for biofuel production
    • Authors: P Majidian, M Tabatabaei, M Zeinolabedini, MP Naghshbandi, Y Chisti
    • Journal: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews
    • Citations: 147
    • Year: 2018
  2. 🌱 Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni responses to salt stress and chitosan elicitor
    • Authors: ZA Mahyar Gerami, Parastoo Majidian, Akram Ghorbanpour
    • Journal: Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plant
    • Citations: 42
    • Year: 2020
  3. 🌼 Saffron (Crocus sativus L.), a monomorphic or polymorphic species?
    • Authors: Z Nemati, M Mardi, P Majidian, M Zeinalabedini, SM Pirseyedi, …
    • Journal: Spanish Journal of Agricultural Research
    • Citations: 25
    • Year: 2014
  4. 🍑 Molecular variability and genetic relationship and structure of Iranian Prunus rootstocks revealed by SSR and AFLP markers
    • Authors: M Zeinalabedini, J Dezhampour, P Majidian, M Khakzad, BM Zanjani, …
    • Journal: Scientia Horticulturae
    • Citations: 15
    • Year: 2014
  5. 🌳 Integration of molecular and geographical data analysis of Iranian Prunus scoparia populations in order to assess genetic diversity and conservation planning
    • Authors: PMG Mehrshad Zeinalabedini, Parastoo Majidian, Reyhaneh Ashori, Ameneh …
    • Journal: Scientia Horticulturae
    • Citations: 9
    • Year: 2019
  6. ❄️ Assessment of Iranian apricot cultivars resistant, susceptible and mutant to late spring frost
    • Authors: Z Nazemi, M Zeinolabedini, MT Hallajian, N Bouzari, P Majidian, …
    • Journal: JOURNAL OF PLANT MOLECULAR BREEDING
    • Citations: 9
    • Year: 2016
  7. 🌸 Identification of self-compatibility and self-incompatibility genotypes in almond and some Prunus species using molecular markers.
    • Authors: M Zeinolabedini, MK Nekoee, AI Iman, P Majidian
    • Journal: Seed and Plant Improvement Journal
    • Citations: 8
    • Year: 2012
  8. 🧫 Bacillus subtilis GntR regulation modified to devise artificial transient induction systems
    • Authors: P Majidian, J Kuse, K Tanaka, H Najafi, M Zeinalabedini, S Takenaka, …
    • Journal: The Journal of General and Applied Microbiology
    • Citations: 7
    • Year: 2016
  9. 🌿 Commercial Iranian olive cultivars: morphological traits, molecular diversity, and genetic structure
    • Authors: M Mardi, M Zeinalabedini, SM Mousavi-Derazmahalleh, AA Zeinanloo, …
    • Journal: The Journal of Horticultural Science and Biotechnology
    • Citations: 5
    • Year: 2016
  10. 🍇 First report of a set of genetic identities in Prunus rootstocks by SSR markers
    • Authors: M Zeinalabedini, P Majidian, J Dezhampour, M Khakzad, M Farsi
    • Journal: JOURNAL OF PLANT MOLECULAR BREEDING
    • Citations: 4
    • Year: 2016

 

Mr. Ujjal Senapati | Drought | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ujjal Senapati | Drought | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar at Drought, Cooch Behar Panchanan Barma University, India

Ujjal Senapati, an Indian national residing in Paschim Midnapur district of West Bengal, holds a Diploma in Information Technology Application from Cmc Ltd. He has completed several online courses and training programs, including GIS Training Program using QGIS, Cartography from Esri training, Basic Principles of Remote Sensing Technology, Global Navigation satellite system, Remote Sensing in Crop Monitoring and Assessment, and Advanced Surveying and GeoInformatics. Ujjal is proficient in Bengali, English, and Hindi. He completed his Madhyamik examination from W.B.B.S.E in 2006 with a percentage of 57.75 and his Higher Secondary examination from W.B.C.H.S.E in 2008 with a percentage of 78.00.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Mr. Enyew Demelash is a public health and environmental exposure researcher working towards significant improvements in public health practices, particularly in the Global South. His work focuses on preventing disease by understanding environmental risk factors and the health effects of interventions, with a specific interest in household air pollution (HAP). He has extensive experience in research and is dedicated to improving public health outcomes through his work.

Technical Skills:

Mr. Enyew Demelash has completed a Diploma (1 year) in Information Technology Application from Cmc Ltd. He has also undertaken an online certificate Course (21 days) on GIS Training Program using QGIS from School of Earth Sciences, Central University of Karnataka, jointly with State Institute of Urban Development, Karnataka, India. Additionally, he has completed a MOOC (6 weeks) on Cartography from Esri training |esri.com/training, an online course (13 days) on Basic Principles of Remote Sensing Technology from Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), ISRO Dehradun, and an outreach program (13 days) on Global Navigation satellite system from Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), ISRO Dehradun. Moreover, he has completed an online WGCapD Series (21 days) on Remote Sensing in Crop Monitoring and Assessment from Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), ISRO Dehradun, and a short-term Training program (6 days) on Advanced Surveying and GeoInformatics from the Department of Civil Engineering of Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, in association with IQAC-MSRIT sponsored by AICTE.

Award and Recognition:

Mr. Enyew Demelash has successfully qualified several prestigious exams, including the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by CBSE-UGC in 2015, the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) by CBSE-UGC in 2016, the Army Public Schools (APS) exam in New Delhi in 2018, and the Teachers Eligibility Test in West Bengal in 2022. These qualifications demonstrate his strong academic and professional abilities in various fields.

Teaching Experience:

Mr. Ujjal Senapati has two years of experience (2016-2018) as a Guest Teacher at the Geography department (UG and PG level) at Midnapore College (Autonomous), Midnapore, West Bengal, India. He also has three months of experience (01/09/2023-28/11/2023) as a Post Ph.D. research assistant in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India.

Publications:

Senapati, U., Das, T.K. (2022). GIS-based comparative assessment of groundwater potential zone using MIF and AHP techniques in Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. Applied Water Science, 12(3), 43. (Citations: 27)

Senapati, U., Das, T.K. (2021). Assessment of basin-scale groundwater potentiality mapping in drought-prone upper Dwarakeshwar River basin, West Bengal, India, using GIS-based AHP techniques. Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 14(11), 960. (Citations: 27)

Senapati, U., Das, T.K. (2020). Assessment of potential land degradation in Akarsa Watershed, West Bengal, using GIS and multi-influencing factor technique. Gully Erosion Studies from India and Surrounding Regions, 187-205. (Citations: 13)

Senapati, U., Raha, S., Das, T.K., Gayen, S.K. (2021). A composite assessment of agricultural drought susceptibility using analytic hierarchy process: Case study of western region of West Bengal. Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Security: A Study of Availability and, 8. (Citations: 8)

Senapati, U., Das, T.K. (2022). Geospatial assessment of agricultural drought vulnerability using integrated three-dimensional model in the Upper Dwarakeshwar River Basin In West Bengal, India. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 1-28. (Citations: 5)

Senapati, U., Das, T.K. (2022). GIS-based comparative assessment of groundwater potential zone using MIF and AHP techniques in Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. Applied Water Science, vol. 12(3), 2022, 43. (Citations: 5)

Saha, D., Talukdar, D., Senapati, U., Das, T.K. (2021). Exploring vulnerability of groundwater using AHP and GIS techniques: A study in Cooch Behar District, West Bengal, India. Groundwater and Society: Applications of Geospatial Technology, 445-472. (Citations: 3)

Senapati, U., Raha, S., Das, T.K., Gayen, S.K. (2023). Identifying Suitable Sites for Alternative Agriculture in Drought-Prone Akarsa Watershed, West Bengal. Climate Change, Agriculture and Society: Approaches Toward Sustainability, 1. (Citations: 1)

Senapati, U., Talukdar, D., Saha, D., Das, T.K. (2023). Geo-spatial assessment of groundwater drought risk zone due to drought propagation in the Upper Dwarakeshwar River Basin (UDRB), West Bengal. Case Studies in Geospatial Applications to Groundwater Resources, 315-341. (Citations: 1)

 

 

Ms. Dorothy Murugu | Nutrition | Best Research Award

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Ms. Dorothy Murugu | Nutrition | Best Research Award

PhD Candidate at Nutrition, ICIPE/Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya

👨‍🎓She remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 She successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Experience:

Ms. Dorothy Murugu has a wealth of experience in nutrition and international development, with a focus on improving food and nutrition security in Africa. She served as a Senior Nutrition Consultant for the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA)’s Initiative for Food and Nutrition Security in Africa (IFNA), where she played a key role in supporting nutrition-sensitive agriculture programming in Kitui County, Kenya. Ms. Murugu also worked as an International Consultant for the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in Rome, Italy, and as a Nutrition and Social Inclusion Specialist, supporting missions to the Aquaculture Business Development Programme (ABDP). She further contributed her expertise as a Project Management Consultant for the Evidence and Action Toward Safe, Nutritious Food (EATSAFE) Project, a USAID-funded initiative, and as a Senior Consultant for Nutrition, providing technical advisory to multiple projects in the African region for IFAD. Ms. Murugu’s dedication to improving nutrition outcomes and promoting sustainable food systems underscores her commitment to advancing global health and development goals.

Education:

Ms. Dorothy Murugu holds a PhD in Food Science and Nutrition from Jomo Kenyatta University of Science & Technology in Kenya, which she completed from 2016 to 2024. Prior to her doctoral studies, she obtained a Master’s Degree in Public Health from the same university, graduating in 2011. Ms. Murugu’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Technology from Egerton University in Kenya, where she graduated in 2002. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in food science, nutrition, and public health, which she applies in her professional work to address food and nutrition security challenges.

Certifications & Training:

  • Food Systems E-Course, Wageningen University, Netherlands, 2022
  • Production, Management and Use of Food Composition Data, University of Pretoria, South Africa, 2018
  • Nutrition in Global Changing Environment training, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel, 2016
  • Food Composition Tables, Wageningen University, Netherlands, 2015
  • Application of Innovations in Maternal and Neo-natal Health by Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA, 2013
  • Standard Operating Procedures for Stable Isotope Techniques in monitoring and improving nutrition interventions in African countries, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Tanzania, 2009

Professional Affiliations:

  • Visiting Academic, University of Leeds, UK
  • Guest Lecturer, Tel-Aviv University Israel- International Programme for Sustainable development (Masters class)
  • Kenya Nutrition and Dietetics Institute (KNDI) – Fully accredited
  • Member of the African Network of Food Data Systems (AFROFOODS)
  • Africa Graduate Nutrition Students Network (AGSNET)
  • Member of the national food composition tables steering committee
  • Member of the Agri-Nutrition National Steering committee housed by the Ministry of Agriculture

 

Dr. Armand Fréjuis Akpa | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Armand Fréjuis Akpa | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

Doctor at Agricultural Economics, University of Abomey-Calavi, Benin

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Dr. Armand Fréjuis Akpa completed a PhD in Agricultural Economics at the Doctoral School of Economics and Management, Benin University of Abomey-Calavi, from September 2019 to July 2023. Prior to that, they earned a Master Research degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Economics from the same institution from October 2015 to July 2018, and a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics and Econometrics from Université of Abomey-Calavi, Benin, from October 2011 to July 2014.

Language Skills:

Dr. Armand Fréjuis Akpa is fluent in French, English, and Spanish. Additionally, she is proficient in her mother tongue, Fon. Her multilingual abilities enable her to engage in academic and professional activities across various linguistic and cultural contexts, facilitating effective communication and collaboration in her work.

Professional Experience:

From December 2023 to January 2024, at CCI Bénin, Mr. BIAO Job A. (job.biao@ccib.bj, Tel: (+229) 97086652) conducted a mission to produce a report on data collection regarding the impact of digital tools provided by the E-TCHITE project in Benin. In November 2023, at Observatoire de la Francophonie économique (OFE), Prof. Prince AGBODJAN (herve.prince@umontreal.ca) served as a research assistant for the international conference “La ZLECAf: renforcer les capacités et partager les connaissances pour un développement économique inclusif et durable” in Benin. From December 2022 to April 2023, at CREED-Bénin in collaboration with Technopolis Paris, Dr. BONOU-GBO Hamdy (bg3hamdy@gmail.com, Tel: (+229) 67772501) conducted a mission to collect data for evaluating the effects attributable to the OmiDelta program in Benin. In November 2022, at ACED Africa, Rodrigue Castro conducted a mission on the entrepreneurial ecosystem of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MPME) and the role of innovation support programs in Benin.

Conference And Training:

  • On January 11-12, 2023, the UAC-UNamur Vodoun Winter School of Economics took place in Ouidah, Benin.
  • From November 8-22, 2022, the 3rd edition of the Journées Scientifiques Internationales en Economie et en Gestion was held at the Université de Parakou, Parakou, Bénin (online).
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  • From November 8-19, 2021, the 4th session of the école d’été CODESRIA/CEAB focusing on l’ordre Normatif dans les études Africaines was held at CODESRIA, Dakar, Sénégal (online).
  • On October 28-29, 2021, there was a Workshop and networking meeting for young African postgraduate researchers and young researchers in economics and social sciences at Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria.
  • On April 22-23, 2021, Fondamentaux de la méthodologie de recherche en sciences économiques et de la rédaction d’une proposition de recherche was held at BCEAO, Cotonou, Bénin (online).

Publications:

  1. The future of food and agriculture: trends and challenges
    • Authors: D Cervantes-Godoy, J Dewbre, CJ Amegnaglo, YY Soglo, AF Akpa, …
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 19
  2. Financial inclusion and post-harvest losses in West African Economic and Monetary Union
    • Authors: AF Ak
    • Year: 20
    • Citations: 11
  3. The future of food and agriculture: trends and challenges
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    • Year: 2014
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  4. Institutional quality and green economic growth in West African Economic and Monetary Union
    • Authors: DF Degbedji, AF Akpa, AF Chabossou, R Osabohien
    • Year: 20
    • Citations:
  5. Determinants of graduate students’ participation in agricultural value chain in Benin
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    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 6
  6. Effect of natural resources rents on income inequality in sub-Saharan Africa: exploring the direct and indirect transmission mechanisms
    • Authors: AF Akpa
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 4
  7. The role of governance in the effect of the internet on financial inclusion in sub-Saharan Africa
    • Auth
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation
  8. African youth facing entrepreneurship: issues and challenges
    • Authors: AF Akpa
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 3
  9. Analysis of the perception of climate change by corn producers in Benin
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    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 3
  10. Analysis of the effect of financial inclusion on agricultural growth in Benin
    • Authors: AF Ak
    • Year: 2020
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Mr. Nanii Yenibehit | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Nanii Yenibehit | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

Tutor at Agricultural Economics, Animal Health and Production College, Ghana

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Mr. Nanii Yenibehit has completed an MPhil in Agricultural Economics with a specialization in Time Series Econometrics at the University for Development Studies in Tamale, Ghana, from August 2019 to September 2022. Their thesis title was ‘Transmission and Volatility Dynamics of Foreign Meat Prices to Domestic Meat Markets in Ghana.’ Mr. Yenibehit also has a BSc in Agriculture Science Education with a specialization in Agricultural Economics (First Class Honours) from the University of Education, Winneba, Mampong – Ashanti, Ghana, completed from August 2014 to May 2017, and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in General Agriculture (First Class Division) from Sunyani Technical University (formerly Sunyani Polytechnic) in Sunyani, Ghana, completed from December 2007 to July 2010. Their dissertation title for the HND was ‘Assessing the economic impact of hatchery diseases on the poultry industry of the Kumasi Metropolis.’ Mr. Yenibehit also holds a Senior Secondary School Certificate from Zamse Secondary/Technical School in Bolgatanga, Ghana, completed from January 2001 to August 2003, and a Basic Education Certificate from Sekoti Junior Secondary School in Sekoti – Bolgatanga, Ghana, completed from 1997 to 2000.

Research Experience:

Mr. Nanii Yenibehit has worked as a Researcher for the Access and Authority Nexus of Farmer – Herder Conflicts (ANN) Project in Tamale, Ghana, from 2021 to 2023. In this role, he developed research concepts, reviewed literature, planned and designed data collection instruments, recruited and trained enumerators for data collection, analyzed data, wrote reports on research activities, and drafted manuscripts for publication. He also worked as a Research Assistant at the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, University of Education, Winneba, Ghana, from October 2017 to January 2019, under the supervision of Prof. Isaac Abunyuwah. In this role, he developed research concepts, reviewed literature, assisted in designing and carrying out research, collected and analyzed data, and wrote reports on research. Additionally, Mr. Yenibehit served as a Zonal Supervisor for the Population and Housing Census (PHC) 2021 at the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) in Accra, Ghana. In this position, he supervised the listing and enumeration of households in his operational area, assigned enumerators to enumeration areas for data collection, reinterviewed respondents to check for inconsistencies, managed all data collection materials under his care, and synchronized and transmitted daily enumeration reports to the Census Office.

Research Interest:

Mr. Nanii Yenibehit’s research interests include Agriculture, Food, Value, and Supply Chains Analysis; Agriculture, Food, and Commodity Markets and Prices; Agricultural Policy and development analysis; Agricultural Production and efficiency analysis; and Issues on climate change and Land Use Land Cover (LULC) changes.

Teaching & Work Experience:

Mr. Nanii Yenibehit has been working as a Tutor (Lecturer) at the Animal Health and Production College, Pong-Tamale, Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Ghana, in Tamale, since 2019. His teaching areas include Introduction to Economics and Business Statistics, Agricultural Value Chain Analysis, Agricultural Finance, Animal Health Economics, and Project Planning and Appraisal. In this role, he lectures with an emphasis on the application of economic principles in Agriculture, value chains, and Animal Health, administers examinations and other assessment reports, supervises and gives diploma students directions on how to conduct research, supports students’ development academically and morally, reads and corrects theses while students are writing their thesis, conducts research on relevant topics, and publishes the same in reputable journals. He also coordinates activities and proposals for contracts and grants that the college may compete for. Additionally, Mr. Yenibehit worked as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Education, Winneba, Ghana, from October 2017 to January 2019. In this role, he facilitated students’ discussions and tutorials on Econometrics, Research Methods, and Project Appraisal, helped lecturers collect and analyze data for the publication of articles, guided students to write their theses as well as analyze data, and helped to conduct research individually and as a team, publishing the same in reputable journals.

Award & Honors:

Mr. Nanii Yenibehit’s achievements include the honour of inclusion of his MPhil. thesis into the Dean’s List of Exceptional Postgraduate Thesis at the Graduate School, University for Development Studies, during the 2022 Graduation Ceremony. He also received a Data Collection Grant Support for the Access and Authority Nexus in Farmer-Herder Conflicts (AAN Project) at the Institute of Interdisciplinary Research (IIR), University for Development Studies, funded by Danida, from 2021 to 2023, with an award value of GHS10,000.00. Additionally, at the University of Education, Winneba, College of Agriculture Education, Mampong, he received the Principal’s best-graduating student award for the Faculty of Agriculture Education during the 2017 Graduation, with an award value of GHS500.00. At Sunyani Technical University (formerly Sunyani Polytechnic), he was awarded the overall best student in the School of Applied Science and Technology during the 2010 Graduation.

 

 

Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus | Plant production

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🎉🏆 Congratulations, Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus, on Your Outstanding Achievement as the Best Researcher! 🏆🎉
Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus: Leading Researcher in Plant production

Congratulations, Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus, on winning the esteemed Best Researcher Award from Sciencefather! Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have truly made a significant impact in your field. Your commitment to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research is commendable. Here’s to your continued success in shaping the future of academia and making invaluable contributions to your field. Well done!

Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus, a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a Professor and researcher in the postgraduate program in agroecosystems from Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Brazil. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

Professional Profiles:

Dalva Paulus – Currículo Resumido

Endereço Profissional: Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná – Campus Dois Vizinhos Estrada para Boa Esperança Km 04 – Comunidade São Cristóvão Interior 85660000 – Dois Vizinhos, PR – Brasil Telefone: (46) 35368402

Formação Acadêmica:

  • Doutorado em Agronomia (2006 – 2008):
    • Universidade de São Paulo, USP, Brasil.
    • Título: Produção, qualidade, parâmetros fisiológicos e bioquímicos de alface sob hidroponia com águas salinas.
    • Orientador: Durval Dourado Neto.
    • Bolsista do Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico, CNPq, Brasil.
  • Mestrado em Agronomia (2002 – 2004):
    • Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, UFSM, Brasil.
    • Título: Produção, Teor e Qualidade de Óleo Essencial de Menta em Hidroponia e a Campo.
    • Orientador: Sandro Luís Peter Medeiros.
    • Bolsista da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior, CAPES, Brasil.
  • Graduação em Agronomia (1996 – 2001):
    • Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, UFSM, Brasil.
    • Bolsista da Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul, FAPERGS, Brasil.

Atuação Profissional:

  • Professora da Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná – Campus Dois Vizinhos.
  • Responsável pelo laboratório de horticultura e unidade de ensino e pesquisa de olericultura e plantas medicinais.

Vínculos Institucionais:

  1. Servidor Público (2008 – Atual) – Dedicação exclusiva.
  2. Responsável pelo Laboratório de Horticultura (2011 – Atual) – Carga horária: 20 horas.
  3. Colaborador (2008 – Atual) – Professora, Dedicação exclusiva.
  4. Professora Substituta Colégio (2004 – 2006) – Professora de Ensino de 1º e 2º grau, carga horária: 0.

Atividades Desenvolvidas:

  • Ministra disciplinas de Olericultura, Irrigação, Agricultura, Administração Rural.
  • Experiência nas áreas de ecofisiologia de cultivos protegidos, aproveitamento de águas residuárias e propagação de plantas medicinais.

Projetos de Pesquisa Atuais (2022 – Atual):

  • CULTURA DO LÚPULO: PROPAGAÇÃO VEGETATIVA, EFEITO DA SUPLEMENTAÇÃO LUMINOSA NOS ASPECTOS AGRONÔMICOS, PRODUTIVIDADE, RENDIMENTO E COMPOSIÇÃO QUÍMICA DO ÓLEO ESSENCIAL DE DIFERENTES CULTIVARES.
    • Pesquisa sobre a propagação vegetativa do lúpulo e seus aspectos agronômicos.
    • Experimentos realizados na Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná – Campus Dois Vizinhos.