Frejus Tanguy ZINSOU | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Frejus Tanguy ZINSOU | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Frejus Tanguy ZINSOU, Faculty of Agronomic Sciences (FSA) of the University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC), Benin

Fréjus Tanguy A. Zinsou is a PhD researcher in Animal Science with expertise in livestock production systems, climate change adaptation, and gender-based violence (GBV) in rural development. Born on November 15, 1988, in Cotonou, Benin, he holds a Master of Science in Animal Production & Management from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Zinsou has worked extensively in livestock management, climate change, and community-based projects. His recent research includes cattle and poultry feeding strategies, and he has also developed applications like “AniManag” and “Feed Formulator” to aid livestock farmers. He is active in professional networks and has contributed to various scientific conferences and community projects across Benin and beyond. Zinsou’s technical skills include statistical analysis (SPSS, R), survey tools (KoboToolbox), and project management software (EndNote). He is fluent in both French and English.

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🎓 Academic Background

Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou is an accomplished scholar in animal science and production. He earned his Master of Science degree (2017-2019) in Animal Production and Management from the Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Prior to this, he completed his undergraduate degree in Animal Production in 2013 at the Faculty of Agronomic Sciences, University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC), Benin. His educational journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge and expertise in animal production and management. 🐄📚

 

🏆 Scholarships & Awards

Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou has been recognized with prestigious scholarships and awards for his academic and leadership excellence. From 2017 to 2019, he received a scholarship to pursue his Master’s degree in Animal Production and Management at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, under the West Africa Agricultural Productivity Project (WAAPP-Benin). In June 2023, he was awarded a Leadership and Business Management Training Scholarship at Jackson State University, USA, as part of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). These honors underscore his dedication to growth and impactful leadership. 🌟🎓

 

🌟 Professional Experiences

Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou brings a wealth of expertise through diverse roles. Since December 2023, he has been a PhD researcher in cattle and poultry feeding strategies at the Faculty of Agronomic Sciences (UAC), Benin. As the promoter of Afro Green Business since 2022, he fosters sustainable agriculture. He served as Volunteer/Projects Officer at NGO BEDD (2020–2023) and Research Assistant in Zootechnics and Animal Parasitology at UNA (2019–present). Earlier roles include Secrétaire Général at NGO “Give One Project” (2016–2017) and teaching veterinary clinics at Medji Agricultural High School. His career reflects dedication to livestock innovation and community impact. 🐄🐓📚

 

🎓 Trainings

Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou has participated in extensive professional training. Highlights include a Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. (2023) and Business Management training at Jackson State University, USA. He honed project design and evaluation skills via YALI and the University of Georgia (2022–2023). Proficient in statistical analysis using R, he trained at Makerere University, Kenya (2022). Additional expertise includes mediation design (Paris, 2022), identifying predatory journals (UAC, 2022), and scientific communication (2021). Notably, he advanced his English proficiency at Ibadan University and the U.S. Embassy in Benin. His training supports his commitment to impactful research and leadership. 🌍📊📚

 

Research Focus

Dr. Fréjus T.A. Zinsou specializes in agricultural and veterinary sciences, focusing on sustainable livestock farming and parasitic disease management in small ruminants. His research explores the anthelmintic effects of medicinal plants like Pterocarpus erinaceus, Carica papaya, and Anogeissus leiocarpus 🪴. He also investigates gastrointestinal parasite control 🦠, nutritional interventions in livestock 🥗, and innovative farming practices for Red Maradi goats in Benin. His works emphasize zootechnical performance, climate change adaptation, and the integration of traditional herbal medicine 🌍. Dr. Zinsou’s efforts contribute to enhancing animal health, productivity, and sustainability in rural farming communities. 💡📚

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Typology of Red Maradi goat farming systems in Benin based on farmers’ survey (2024) 🐐
    DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e40256
  • Traditional Herbal Medicine and its Prospects among Goat Breeders of Benin (2023) 🌿🐐
    DOI: 10.58803/jvpp.v2i3.28
  • In vitro Effects of Anogeissus leiocarpus and Adansonia digitata on Two Life-cycle Stages of Haemonchus contortus (2022) 🧬🐏
    DOI: 10.11648/j.avs.20221001.11
  • In vivo anthelmintic effects of Pterocarpus erinaceus and Parkia biglobosa on Haemonchus contortus (2022) 🌳🐑
  • Use of Carica papaya leaf as growth promoter and anti-parasitic in guinea fowl in Benin (2022) 🍃🐓
  • Nutritional and anticoccidial properties of papaya (Carica papaya) leaf meal on growing rabbits (2022) 🥗🐇
  • Guide de gestion technico-économique des élevages avicoles (2022) 📘🐓
  • Anogeissus leiocarpus, medicinal plant traditionally used in West and Central Africa: Zootechnical performances, pharmacological activities and chemical compositions (2021) 🌴⚗️
  • In vitro effects of maize silage extracts on Haemonchus contortus, gastrointestinal nematode parasite in Red Maradi Goats (2021) 🌽🐐
  • Improved Traditional Drugs: Sustainable management of gastrointestinal parasitic nematodes of small ruminants (2021) 💊🐑
    DOI: 10.22270/jddt.v11i2-s.4811

Yebirzaf Yeshiwas Melese | Biological Sciences Award | Women Researcher Award

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Mrs. Yebirzaf Yeshiwas Melese | Biological Sciences Award | Women Researcher Award

Mrs. Yebirzaf Yeshiwas Melese, Debre Markos University College of Agriculture and Natural Resource, Ethiopia

Based on the detailed information provided about Mrs. Yebirzaf Yeshiwas Melese, she appears to be a suitable candidate for the “Research for Women Researcher Award” due to the following reasons:

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Academic Background and Experience

Mrs. Melese holds a BSc and MSc in Horticulture, both with high distinction from Jimma University, Ethiopia. She has been serving as an Assistant Professor at Debre Markos University, demonstrating a strong academic foundation and commitment to advancing horticultural sciences.

Research Contributions

Mrs. Melese has published over 13 peer-reviewed research articles focusing on horticulture, post-harvest management, crop propagation, and sustainable agricultural practices. Her work includes topics such as onion supply chain mapping, post-harvest losses, and the impact of environmental factors on horticultural crops.

Leadership and Community Engagement

She has held leadership roles, such as Head of the Department of Horticulture and Gender Focal Person at her university. Her involvement in community service programs, providing training to local farmers, highlights her dedication to applying research findings to real-world agricultural challenges and improving community livelihoods.

Skills and Competencies

Mrs. Melese possesses strong project management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement skills. She is proficient in various statistical software (SAS, SPSS, STATA) and has demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Commitment to Women’s Empowerment

Her role as a Gender Focal Person and her leadership in academia indicate a commitment to supporting and empowering women in agriculture and research, aligning well with the goals of the Research for Women Researcher Award.

Publications

  • 🌱 Strategic mapping of onion supply chains: a comprehensive analysis of production and post-harvest processes in Northwest Ethiopia – Cited by: Not available – 2024
  • 🧅 The rise and fall of onion production; its multiple constraints on pre-harvest and post-harvest management issues along the supply chain in northwest Ethiopia – Cited by: 14 – 2023
  • 🌾 Effects of Varieties and Different Environments on Growth and Yield Performance of Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) – Cited by: 5 – 2023
  • ☕ Coffee (Coffea arabica L.): Methods, Objectives, and Future Strategies of Breeding in Ethiopia – Cited by: 33 – 2021
  • 🥕 An Investigation into Major Causes for Postharvest Losses of Horticultural Crops and Their Handling Practice in Debre Markos, North‐Western Ethiopia – Cited by: 28 – 2021
  • 🌿 The dynamics of medicinal plants utilization practice nexus its health and economic role in Ethiopia: a review paper – Cited by: 21 – 2019
  • 🌼 Utilization, cultivation practice and economic role of medicinal plants in Debre Markos town, East Gojjam zone, Amhara region, Ethiopia – Cited by: 6 – 2019
  • 🌱 Collection and characterization of garlic (Allium sativm L.) germplasm for growth and bulb yield at Debre Markos, Ethiopia – Cited by: 36 – 2018
  • 🍅 Postharvest quality of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) varieties grown under greenhouse and open field conditions – Cited by: 19 – 2018
  • 🥬 Effect of nitrogen fertilizer and farmyard manure on growth and yield of lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) – Cited by: 21 – 2018
  • 🥦 Effect of different rate of nitrogen fertilizer on the growth and yield of cabbage (Brassica oleracea) at Debre Markos, North West Ethiopia – Cited by: 31 – 2017
  • 🥗 Review on heavy metal contamination in vegetables grown in Ethiopia and its economic welfare implications – Cited by: 9 – 2017
  • 🌱 Review on Significance of Organic Farming on Soil and Food Quality and Human Health – Cited by: Not available – 2017
  • 🌾 Genetic variability, heritability and genetic advance of growth and yield components of garlic (Allium sativm L.) germplasms – Cited by: 10 – 2017
  • 🍅 Growth and Physiological Responses of Different Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) Varieties in Response to Growth Conditions – Cited by: 3 – 2016

 

Conclusion

Mrs. Yebirzaf Yeshiwas Melese’s academic achievements, extensive research portfolio, leadership roles, and commitment to community development make her a deserving candidate for this award, recognizing her contributions to horticultural science and her impact on society.