Dr. Elias Oyesigye | Food Safety | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Elias Oyesigye | Food Safety | Best Researcher Award

Dr. EliasOyesigye, Mbarar University of Science and Technology, Uganda

Dr. Elias Oyesigye is a distinguished academic and professional in the field of agricultural sciences with a focus on climate resilience and agricultural innovations. He is currently a Lecturer in Agricultural Sciences at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Uganda, where he has made significant contributions to agricultural education and community engagement. His extensive career includes roles in agricultural inspection, climate resilience, agro-input supply, and research consultancy.

Publication profile

Professional Experience

Dr. Oyesigye’s professional experience is both extensive and varied, showcasing his expertise in agricultural sciences and climate resilience. At Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), he has played a pivotal role in securing grants, developing livelihood innovations, and contributing to curriculum development while supervising numerous undergraduate and MSc dissertations. His career includes significant roles such as Agriculture Inspector at the Ministry of Agriculture, where he oversaw park house certifications, managed agronomists, and trained dealers on chemical residue management. As a Climate Resilience Officer at Self Help Africa (SHA), he led staff training on climate adaptation, managed regional teams, and contributed to grant writing and project management. At MTK Uganda, he enhanced sales performance and compliance through innovative tools and applications. His work as a Research Consultant at Bioversity International Uganda involved managing banana farming projects and publishing research findings, while his tenure as a Research Fellow at Instituto de Investigação Agrária de Moçambique saw him conducting soil tests, designing experimental fields, and developing seed monitoring platforms. Throughout his career, Dr. Oyesigye has effectively managed large teams, developed monitoring tools, and contributed to international research publications.

Education

Dr. Oyesigye holds a Ph.D. in Agri-food and Environment from Cranfield University, UK (2021-2024). He also earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management from Uganda Management Institute (2019-2021), an MSc in Crop Science from Eduardo Mondlane University, Mozambique (2015-2016), and a BSc in Agricultural Sciences from Makerere University, Uganda (2009-2013). His foundational education includes UACE-PCB/Agric from Valley College, Bushenyi (2006-2008), and the Uganda Certificate of Education from Kizinda Parents High School (2003-2006).

Research Interests

Dr. Oyesigye’s research interests focus on climate change adaptation, agricultural livelihoods, and innovations in sustainable agricultural practices. He is particularly interested in developing and implementing climate-smart agricultural strategies, enhancing food security through innovative farming techniques, and improving rural livelihoods through sustainable agricultural practices.

Publication Top Notes

Maize meal (posho) served at selected boarding schools in western Uganda is highly contaminated with aflatoxins

Distribution and farmers knowledge on Fusarium wilt (Race 1) in cropping systems of Uganda

Banana wilt diseases: current status and future research strategies for their management

Mobile phone technology for increasing banana productivity among smallholder farmers in Uganda

Single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) diversity of cassava genotypes in relation to cassava brown streak disease in Mozambique

Conclusion

Dr. Elias Oyesigye’s comprehensive experience and impactful research make him a strong candidate for the Research for Community Impact Award. His work not only advances scientific understanding but also provides tangible benefits to communities through improved agricultural practices and climate resilience strategies. His dedication to both research and community engagement underscores his suitability for this prestigious award.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prof. Sunghun Lim | Agricultural Economics

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Prof. Sunghun Lim | Leading  Researcher in Agricultural Economics

Prof. Sunghun Lims, on winning the prestigious Best Researcher Award from Sciencefather! Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have significantly impacted the field of Spre and post treatment requirements for desalination plants to protect the environment. 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!

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📚 ACADEMIC EMPLOYMENT

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), July 2022 – present
Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, Louisiana State University

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), August 2020 – June 2022
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Texas Tech University

🔍 RESEARCH INTERESTS

International Trade

Global Value Chains

Agricultural Economics

Agricultural and Trade Policy

Agribusiness

🎓 EDUCATION

Ph.D. in Applied Economics, University of Minnesota, 2016-2020

M.S. in Agricultural & Resource Economics, UC Davis, 2013-2015

B.A. in Economics, UC Davis, 2010-2013

🌍 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

EDITORSHIP FOR ACADEMIC JOURNALS

Guest Co-Editor. Special Issue Proposal for Food Policy, “Transforming Global Agri-Food Value Chains”, 2022-2024.

ACADEMIC SERVICES FOR INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Contributor. FAO 2020 The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets.

ACADEMIC SERVICES FOR ACADEMIC SOCIETY

President-Elect (2023), USDA National Institute for Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Hatch Multistate Research Group. Organizing committee for the 2022 International Agricultural Trade Research Consortium (IATRC). Topic Leader, Agricultural & Applied Economics Association (AAEA): International Development: Trade, Markets, and Policy, 2022-2023.

📚 RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS

Various articles and papers focused on Global Agricultural Value Chains, Employment, Trade, and more.

📝 RESEARCH WORK IN PROGRESS

Several ongoing papers and working papers exploring topics like the impact of immigration enforcement on agricultural employment and structural transformation in the era of trade protectionism.

🌱 EXTENSION/OUTREACH PUBLICATIONS

Contributions to various publications exploring the impacts of divorce, food pantries, and agricultural economic factors on society.

💰 GRANTS AWARDED

Several grants awarded for research endeavors related to agricultural trade, value chains, and economic diplomacy.

🏆 FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS

Awards for teaching excellence, research fellowships, and academic achievements.

👥 SELECTED PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY

Member of The International Agricultural Trade Research Consortium (IATRC) and affiliations with other academic institutions.

INVITED PRESENTATION

Presentations at various conferences and research institutions around the world, discussing economic development, agricultural systems, and more.

 

 Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

  • Citations by: All – 178, Since 2018 – 177
  • h-index: All – 5, Since 2018 – 5
  • i10 index: All – 4, Since 2018 – 4
Publication TOP NOTE :

In all shapes and colors: Varieties of contract farming Paper publication in 2018 cite by 100

Producers, consumers, and value chains in low-and middle-income countries Paper publication in 2022 cite by 26

Global agricultural value chains and structural transformation Paper publication in 2021 cite by 25

Tariffs, Agricultural Subsidies, and the 2020 US Presidential Election Paper publication in 2012 cite by 22

Global Agricultural Value Chains and Employment Growth Paper publication in 2021 cite by 6

Structural Transformation in the Era of Trade Protectionism Paper publication in 2023 cite by 3

Food Inflation, Agri-Food Trade, and COVID-19: Evidence from South Asia Paper publication in 2023 cite by 2

Risk aversion, crop diversification, and food security Paper publication in 2023 cite by 1

Risk attitudes and resilience of trading networks: Evidence from smallholders in Vietnam Paper publication in 2023 cite by 1

The impact of immigration enforcement on agricultural employment: evidence from the US E-Verify policy Paper publication in 2022 cite by 1