Mr. Alexandre Mahougnon Aurel, Zoumman, Cheikh Anta Diop University , Senegal

Mr. Alexandre Mahougnon Aurel Zoumman is a Ph.D. researcher in Plant Biology at Cheikh Anta Diop University, Senegal, specializing in plant and microbial biotechnologies. With over seven years of experience in scientific research, project management, and international cooperation, he focuses on climate change adaptation, sustainable food systems, and environmental biotechnology. He is also an experienced bilingual trainer and youth leader, actively engaged in climate advocacy and capacity-building across Africa.

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Mr. Alexandre Mahougnon Aurel Zoumman is a promising early-career researcher whose work bridges academic rigor and real-world application. He demonstrates leadership in science, project coordination, and community training. His research tackles globally significant challenges in agriculture and climate resilience, and he plays a vital role in youth-led environmental advocacy and education.

🎓 Education

Alexandre Mahougnon Aurel Zoumman is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Plant Biology with a specialization in Plant, Microbial Biotechnologies, and Plant Breeding at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar, Senegal. He holds a Master’s degree in Plant Biology with a focus on Plant and Microbial Biotechnologies from the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin, completed between 2018 and 2020. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences, specializing in Genetics, Biotechnologies, and Natural Resources, earned from 2012 to 2015.

💼Experience

Zoumman is a seasoned project manager and researcher with over seven years of experience in leading scientific research initiatives, coordinating international projects, and designing innovative solutions in biotechnology and environmental science. From 2022 to the present, he has served as a bilingual trainer for the African Students and Alumni Forum (ASAF), delivering leadership and project management workshops in French and English. Between 2020 and 2021, at CIRAD under the LMI IESOL/LEMSAT collaboration, he managed molecular research on tropical soils and agroecosystems, focusing on nature-based solutions for soil salinization. Prior to that, at IRD’s LMI LAPSE/LCM program from 2019 to 2020, he contributed to research on enhancing legume-rhizobacteria symbiosis as part of the ANR SymEffectors project. His early career included teaching Life and Earth Sciences in Benin’s secondary schools from 2017 to 2018.

🔬Research Focus

Zoumman’s research centers on the application of microbial biotechnologies in agriculture, climate change adaptation, and sustainable food systems. His scientific contributions include a 2021 publication in Scientific Reports on the identification of type III effectors in Bradyrhizobium vignae and their influence on symbiosis with Vigna species. More recently, in 2025, he co-authored a study published in the International Journal of Plant Biology exploring microbial diversity in forest litter-based fermented bioproducts and their effect on tomato growth in Senegal.

🛠️Skills

He is proficient in project leadership and management, encompassing strategic planning, financial oversight, impact evaluation, and team coordination. His research expertise includes molecular biology, microbiology, plant and soil biotechnology, ecology, and climate change adaptation. He is also experienced in designing and implementing bilingual training programs, facilitating cross-cultural communication, and building institutional capacities. Zoumman is highly skilled in digital tools and platforms such as JIRA, Trello, QGIS, R, KOBOCOLLECT, ODK, Amplifix, SerialCloner, and WordPress. Multilingual in French, English, Fon, Mahi, and Goun, he also possesses intermediate proficiency in Mina.

🏆Awards

His academic and professional efforts have earned him several prestigious awards. In 2021, he was recognized as a Youth African Climate Finance Fellow. He received the Orange Knowledge Program award in 2024 and was granted a DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) scholarship for his Ph.D. in 2022. Earlier, in 2018, he was a recipient of the Intra-Africa Mobility Scheme scholarship for his Master’s degree.

📚 Publications

Title:
Publisher Correction: Identification of type III effectors modulating the symbiotic properties of Bradyrhizobium vignae strain ORS3257 with various Vigna species
Year:
2021
Authors:
Pongpan Songwattana, Clémence Chaintreuil, Jenjira Wongdee, Neung Teaumroong, Eric Giraud, et al.
Journal:
Scientific Reports

Conclusion:

Mr. Zoumman is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His combination of scientific innovation, international collaboration, leadership in climate and agricultural research, and commitment to societal impact through training and advocacy makes him a role model for early-career researchers in Africa and beyond. With further growth in research impact metrics and innovation output, he has the potential to become a global leader in his field.

Nevein Messiha | soil microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 22/05/2025 by sciencefather

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nevein Messiha | soil microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nevein Messiha, Agricultural Research Center, Egypt

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nevein Messiha is a distinguished researcher at the Agricultural Research Center, Egypt. She specializes in crop science, soil fertility, plant breeding, contributing significantly to agricultural advancements through her research and publications. Dr. Messiha is recognized for her commitment to improving sustainable agricultural practices in Egypt and beyond.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nevein Messiha exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding researcher with over 27 years of specialized experience in plant pathology. Her contributions to environmentally friendly disease management solutions, coupled with her leadership in national research projects, have had significant scientific, environmental, and agricultural impacts. Her work addresses critical challenges in food security, sustainability, and soil health—key priorities for global agricultural research.

🎓 Education

Dr. Nevein A.S. Messiha holds a PhD in Plant Pathology and Soil Microbiology from Wageningen University, the Netherlands, earned between 2003 and 2006. Her doctoral research focused on managing bacterial wilt of potato, with special emphasis on pathogen survival and possible eradication methods. She earned her MSc in Plant Pathology and Physiology from Zagazig University (Benha branch) in Egypt between 1995 and 2001, where she studied the biological control of potato brown rot disease. She began her academic journey with a BSc in Plant Science from Cairo University (Bani Suef branch), completed between 1988 and 1992.

💼Experience

Dr. Messiha currently serves as the Head of the Bacteriology Plant Research Department at the Plant Pathology Institute (PPRI), Agricultural Research Center (ARC), Egypt, a position she has held since October 2017. Since 2007, she has worked on the Potato Brown Rot Project (PBRP), where she supervises PhD and MSc students and leads research projects focused on environmentally friendly approaches to disease management. She has also served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Bacterial Plant Disease Department, ARC, since 2015. Her experience includes two decades of involvement in EU-Egypt cooperative projects aimed at enhancing diagnostics and disease control for quarantine pathogens. Prior roles include assistant researcher, researcher, and laboratory trainer in national and international capacities. Her career reflects over 27 years of intensive work in plant pathology, particularly in bacterial disease management in potatoes.

🔬Research Focus

Her research is centered on sustainable disease management and soil health improvement, with a focus on controlling potato brown rot disease caused by Ralstonia solanacearum. She promotes non-chemical methods such as Biological Soil Disinfestation (BSD), crop rotation, and the use of biocontrol agents and organic amendments. She investigates microbial biodiversity, disease suppression mechanisms, and the enhancement of plant resistance through natural and biological means. Her work aims to integrate eco-friendly techniques to foster sustainable agricultural practices and safeguard plant health at both national and international levels.

🛠️Skills

Dr. Messiha is proficient in a range of molecular and microbiological techniques, including TaqMan Assay, LAMP, PCR-DGGE analysis, Sanger sequencing, and next-generation sequencing data analysis. She is skilled in using bioinformatics and gel documentation software such as Phoratix 1D Pro and BioEdit. Her statistical competencies include SPSS, SAS, and R. She has also been trained extensively in ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation systems, risk analysis, and quality management standards. Furthermore, she has expertise in diagnosing and identifying plant pathogenic bacteria in compliance with international phytosanitary standards.

🏆Awards

Dr. Messiha has led several national research projects funded by the Science and Technological Development Fund (STDF), including the REiNVEsT project (2019–2022) and another from 2012–2016 on environmentally friendly brown rot control. She has served as a reviewer for numerous international journals and is recognized for her contributions to improving biocontrol methods and diagnostics. Her leadership roles include department head, project leader, and advisor for graduate research. Her scholarly impact is reflected in an H-index of 11 and over 700 citations.

📚 Publications

Publication: Impact Of Glycyrrhizic Acid Ammonium Salt Nanoparticles And Salicylic Acid Nanoparticles On Ralstonia Solanacearum Suppression And Soil Microbial Biodiversity
Author: Messiha, Nevein A.S., El-Abeid, Sozan E., El-Tabakh, Mohamed A.M., Rashad, Mostafa A.M.M., Shoala, Tahsin
Year: 2025
Journal: Physiological And Molecular Plant Pathology

Conclusion:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nevein Messiha is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award. While opportunities for greater international engagement and industry collaboration remain, her current achievements and future potential clearly place her among top candidates deserving of this recognition.

Workina Geleta | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 12/05/202512/05/2025 by sciencefather

Mr. Workina Geleta | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Working Geleta, Wollega university, Ethiopia

Mr. Workina Geleta is a Ph.D. candidate in Soil Science at Wollega University, Shambu Campus, Ethiopia. He holds an M.Sc. in Environmental Physics from Haramaya University and a B.Sc. in Applied Physics from Addis Ababa University. His research focuses on land use and land cover dynamics and their effects on soil physicochemical and hydraulic properties, particularly in the Arjo-Dhidhessa region of Western Ethiopia. He has published in peer-reviewed journals and actively contributes to soil and water conservation research. Mr. Geleta is fluent in English, Afaan Oromo, and Amharic.

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Mr. Workina Geleta is a committed and capable researcher whose work is centered on soil science with tangible implications for environmental sustainability and land management. He meets the core eligibility and evaluation criteria for the Best Researcher Award, including academic merit, publication record, and relevance of research. His trajectory shows promising growth in the field.

🎓 Education

Workina Geleta Likkasa is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Soil Science at Wollega University, Shambu Campus, Ethiopia, since 2021. He holds a Master of Science degree in Environmental Physics from Haramaya University, completed between 2013 and 2015. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Physics from Addis Ababa University, where he studied from 2008 to 2010.

💼Experience

Workina Geleta is affiliated with the Department of Soil Resource and Watershed Management at Wollega University, Shambu Campus. He has been involved in both academic teaching and field research. His professional experience includes advanced research on soil properties, land use, and environmental physics, contributing to soil and water conservation practices.

🔬Research Focus

His current doctoral research focuses on the dynamics of land use and land cover and their effects on soil physicochemical and hydraulic properties at Arjo-Dhidhessa Sugar Estate in Western Ethiopia. His Master’s thesis evaluated the physical water quality of ground and tap water in Guduru Woreda, Western Ethiopia. He has also presented a seminar on organic carbon stock and soil quality in Ethiopia.

🛠️Skills

He has completed additional short-term training in computer and data management in Ethiopia and a 60-hour course in Experimental Statistics (SAS) at Jimma University between May and June 2015. He is fluent in English, Afaan Oromo, and Amharic, with strong skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing across all three languages.

🏆Awards

His active engagement in research publication, ongoing doctoral studies, and participation in professional seminars highlight his academic commitment and recognition in the field of soil science and environmental research.

📚 Publications

Title: Investigating the Effects of Arjo‐Dhidhessa Sugar Factory on Land Use and Land Cover Dynamics: A Case of Arjo‐Dhidhessa Sugar Estate, East Wallaga, Oromia, Western, Ethiopia
Author: Workina Geleta
Year: 2025
Journal: Applied and Environmental Soil Science

Title: Exploring the Influence of Land Use Types on Soil Properties at Arjo‐Dhidhessa Sugar Estate, Western Ethiopia
Author: Workina Geleta
Year: 2024
Journal: Applied and Environmental Soil Science

Conclusion:

Mr. Workina Geleta is suitable for nomination for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His strengths in applied soil science research, academic progression, and publication record make him a strong candidate. To further strengthen his case in the future, expanding his research collaborations, documenting community impact, and pursuing recognition from professional bodies is recommended.

Jianxia Yang | Soil Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 30/04/2025 by sciencefather

Ms. Jianxia Yang | Soil Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Jianxia Yang, Qinghai Normal University, China

Ms. Jianxia Yang is a Lecturer at the College of Geographical Sciences, Qinghai Normal University, China. Her research specializes in environmental remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with a focus on vegetation monitoring, soil salinization, and ecological change analysis. She has published in SCI-indexed journals and is committed to advancing sustainable environmental management through innovative geospatial techniques.

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Ms. Jianxia Yang exhibits strong potential as an emerging environmental scientist with expertise in GIS and remote sensing. Her work is timely, methodologically advanced, and addresses key ecological concerns. She brings academic integrity and innovation to her field and shows clear promise for future leadership in environmental geoscience research.

🎓 Education

Jianxia Yang has developed a strong academic foundation in the fields of environmental sciences and geoinformatics. Her educational background supports her expertise in environmental remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), enabling her to approach complex environmental issues with a scientific and technical perspective.

💼Experience

She currently holds the position of Lecturer at the College of Geographical Sciences, Qinghai Normal University. In this role, she engages in both teaching and research activities. Her professional experience includes the application of remote sensing and GIS technologies to monitor vegetation, assess soil salinization, and analyze ecological patterns over time and space.

🔬Research Focus

Her research is centered on environmental remote sensing and GIS applications. She has contributed to innovations in monitoring vegetation and soil salinization, investigating temporal and spatial environmental changes, and exploring the coordinated development of soil and vegetation ecosystems.

🛠️Skills

She is proficient in environmental remote sensing, GIS analysis, ecological data interpretation, and spatial modeling. Her work involves advanced techniques for detecting environmental changes and evaluating the interrelationships between soil and vegetation systems.

🏆Awards

While specific honors are not listed in the nomination form, Jianxia Yang’s publication record in SCI-indexed journals signifies recognition of her research contributions and academic excellence within her field.

📚 Publications

Title: Applicability analysis of weakly supervised semantic segmentation for identifying salinized soil boundaries
Year: 2025
Authors: Jianxia Yang, Jun Zhao, Xufeng Mao, Yuan Zhang, Feipeng Hu
Journal: Journal of Arid Environments

Conclusion:

Ms. Jianxia Yang is a suitable and competitive candidate for the Best Researcher Award, particularly given the quality and relevance of her work. While further expansion in publication volume, international exposure, and measurable citation metrics could enhance her profile, her current contributions and potential for impactful future research make her a deserving nominee.

Abderrahmen AKKACHA | Soil Sciences | Outstanding Soil Survey Project

Posted on 07/04/2025 by sciencefather

Mr. Abderrahmen AKKACHA | Soil Sciences | Outstanding Soil Survey Project

Mr. Abderrahmen Akkacha, University of Chlef, Algeria

Mr. Abderrahmen Akkacha is a soil scientist affiliated with the University of Chlef, Algeria. With a strong background in soil salinity management, sustainable land use, and soil mapping, he has contributed to numerous national and international research initiatives. He is known for his leadership in laboratory management and collaborative projects focused on soil and water conservation in arid and semi-arid regions.

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Mr. Akkacha’s soil survey projects are methodologically robust, environmentally relevant, and regionally impactful. He effectively blends field data with advanced soil science techniques, offering a solid model for modern soil survey work. His focus on semi-arid, saline landscapes makes his work especially important for countries facing desertification and irrigation challenges.

🎓 Education

Abderrahmen Akkacha holds a Ph.D. in Soil Sciences from Tunisia. His academic background is reinforced by specialized training in soil salinity, mapping technologies, and advanced data processing techniques.

💼Experience

He currently serves as Director of a Soil Laboratory in Tunisia and previously held the position of Regional Director at the Regional Agricultural Development Commission (CRDA). Throughout his career, he has coordinated and contributed to numerous international and national research projects focused on soil and water conservation. His expertise has made him a sought-after trainer and speaker at scientific workshops and symposia, and he has collaborated with international institutions such as ICBA, ISRIC, and IWMI.

🔬Research Focus

Abderrahmen’s research is centered on managing soil salinity to enhance productivity in arid and semi-arid regions. He is dedicated to sustainable land use strategies to combat desertification, as well as exploring soil-water-plant interactions to optimize irrigation and crop performance. He also plays a key role in national and international soil health monitoring initiatives.

🛠️Skills

His skills include soil salinity mapping and management, laboratory analysis, GIS and remote sensing applications, project leadership, and training delivery. He is multilingual, fluent in Arabic, French, and English, which enhances his ability to work across diverse regions and cultures.

🏆Awards

Abderrahmen has received several national awards for his work in soil health and sustainable agriculture. He has also been recognized by the Tunisian Ministry of Agriculture and supported through international participation grants for his involvement in global soil salinity and mapping projects.

📚 Publications

Title: Investigating the Impact of Salinity on Soil Organic Matter Dynamics Using Molecular Biomarkers and Principal Component Analysis
Year: 2025
Author: Abderrahmen Akkacha
Journal: Sustainability

Title: Study of the Seasonal Dynamics of Salts in the Irrigated Soils in Semi-Arid Region: Case of Lower-Cheliff (Algeria)
Year: 2024
Author: Abderrahmen Akkacha
Journal: African Journal of Biological Sciences

Conclusion:

Mr. Abderrahmen Akkacha demonstrates all the key qualities of an outstanding soil survey researcher: field expertise, methodological innovation, regional relevance, and scientific integrity. With further growth in spatial analysis and interdisciplinary collaboration, his projects could serve as a benchmark for future soil survey initiatives. He is highly recommended for the Research for Outstanding Soil Survey Project Award.

Nafiseh Kakhani | Soil Mapping | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 28/03/2025 by sciencefather

Dr. Nafiseh Kakhani | Soil Mapping | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Nafiseh Kakhani, Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, Germany

Dr. Nafiseh Kakhani is a researcher and lecturer at Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, Germany, specializing in Earth observation, remote sensing, and machine learning. She holds a PhD in Remote Sensing Engineering from K. N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, where she focused on spectral-spatial classification of high-resolution multispectral images. Her research interests include AI-driven geospatial analysis, explainable machine learning, digital soil mapping, and land cover classification. She has extensive experience in deep learning, computer vision, and statistical modeling for environmental applications. Dr. Kakhani has received prestigious awards, including the Best Poster Award at the 2023 IEEE IADF-GRSS School, and has published widely in her field.

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Dr. Kakhani is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her innovative contributions to explainable AI applications in soil science. Her interdisciplinary research and ability to integrate AI-driven approaches into environmental studies make her work highly relevant and impactful. She has contributed significantly to understanding soil organic carbon dynamics, a crucial factor in climate change mitigation and sustainable agriculture.

🎓 Education

Nafiseh Kakhani holds a PhD in Remote Sensing Engineering from K N Toosi University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, where she specialized in spectral-spatial classification of high-resolution multispectral images using segmentation methods. She completed her MSc in Remote Sensing Engineering from the same university, focusing on integrating neural networks and fuzzy systems to improve classification methods in hyperspectral images. She earned her BSc in Geomatics and Geodesy Engineering from the University of Isfahan, where she developed a statistical classification method for Multi-Beam Echo Sounder data.

💼Experience

She is currently an Earth Observation and Machine Learning Scientist at The LandBanking Group GmbH in Munich, where she applies machine learning techniques to environmental monitoring and land assessment. Previously, she was a Postdoctoral Researcher and Lecturer at the University of Tübingen, where she conducted research in remote sensing and taught courses on deep learning, photogrammetry, and the fundamentals of remote sensing. She has also worked at the Iranian Space Agency, focusing on remote sensing sensor calibration and spectral library preparation. Additionally, she has mentored Master’s students in GIS, remote sensing, and machine learning and has been a guest speaker at international workshops and conferences.

🔬Research Focus

Her research focuses on computer vision for Earth observation, explainable machine learning, deep learning, statistical machine learning, pattern recognition, and Earth system science. She has worked extensively on AI-driven geospatial analysis, digital soil mapping, land cover classification, and the development of deep learning frameworks for remote sensing applications.

🛠️Skills

She is proficient in Python, using libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Scikit-learn, as well as MATLAB and JavaScript for Google Earth Engine applications. She has expertise in geospatial software, including ArcGIS, QGIS, ENVI, ERDAS IMAGINE, and Agisoft Metashape. She is experienced in cloud computing platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, and Tübingen ML Cloud, enabling her to process large-scale remote sensing datasets efficiently.

🏆Awards

She received the Best Poster Award at the 2023 IEEE IADF-GRSS School for her work on SoilNet, a spatio-temporal deep learning framework for digital soil mapping. She was a top-ranked graduate student in both her MSc and BSc programs and was admitted to her MSc without an entrance exam, a privilege reserved for exceptional students in Iran.

📚 Publications

Publication: Towards Explainable AI: Interpreting Soil Organic Carbon Prediction Models Using a Learning-Based Explanation Method

Authors: N. Kakhani, R.T. Mehrjardi, D. Omarzadeh, U. Heiden, T.J. Scholten

Journal: European Journal of Soil Science

Year: 2025

Conclusion:

Dr. Nafiseh Kakhani is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. While there is always room for further growth, her expertise and achievements in applying AI to soil science place her among the leading researchers in this field.

Awouminassi Marcellin ATAKOUN | Soil Conservation | Young Scientist Award

Posted on 21/12/202408/03/2025 by sciencefather

Mr. Awouminassi Marcellin ATAKOUN | Soil Conservation | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Awouminassi Marcellin ATAKOUN ,West African Sciences Services Center on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL), Benin

Awouminassi Marcellin Atakoun is a dedicated PhD candidate at the West African Sciences Services Center on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) in Benin. With a strong academic background in soil, water, and environmental sciences, his research focuses on sustainable agricultural systems, agroecological transitions, and greenhouse gas mitigation. A recipient of prestigious awards, including the CLIFF-GRADS and IPCC scholarships, Marcellin contributes significantly to advancing climate-smart agricultural practices in West Africa.

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Marcellin Atakoun is a highly promising researcher with a strong foundation in environmental sciences and a focus on addressing climate change challenges through sustainable agricultural practices. His receipt of internationally recognized scholarships underscores his potential and contribution to the field.

🎓 Education

Marcellin is a PhD candidate in Climate Change and Land Use at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana. He holds a Master’s degree in Soil-Water-Environment and Modeling and a Bachelor’s degree in Plant Production Sciences from the University of Parakou, Benin. His educational foundation includes a high diploma in Biology and Geology.

💼Experience

Awouminassi Marcellin Atakoun has diverse professional experiences spanning research, teaching, and project management in climate action and sustainable agriculture. He served as a United Nations Volunteer in Benin, contributing to the prevention of violent extremism. His research assistantships include working on biochar studies under the ProSol Project with GIZ, and at the Permanent Experimentation Center for soil and water conservation. Additionally, he has held roles in crop production management and scientific communication.

🔬Research Focus

His research is centered on sustainable agricultural systems, including agroecological transitions, soil and water conservation, greenhouse gas mitigation in cropping systems, and the modeling of production systems for sustainability.

Awards

Marcellin has received several prestigious awards, including the CLIFF-GRADS Scholarship for research in soil nitrogen fluxes, the IPCC Scholarship for climate change research, and the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship. He also holds a WASCAL PhD scholarship in Climate Change and Land Use and earned accolades for academic excellence in his Master’s program.

He is proficient in various software tools, including R Commander, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office Suite, SPSS, and Python, among others. His expertise encompasses modeling, climate data analysis, and agroecological tools like DSSAT and QGIS.

Publications

Publication: GENDER ROLE IN FOOD RIGHTS AND SOVEREIGNTY IN WEST AFRICA: A RAPID REVIEW
Authors: Addo, P., Djekic-Ivankovic, M., Abdu, A., Naïm, S., Marquis, G.S.
Citation: African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development, 2024, 24(10), pp. 24725–24773.

Publication: Evaluation of cover crop contributions to conservation agriculture in northern Benin
Authors: Atakoun, A.M., Tovihoudji, P.G., Diogo, R.V.C., Hougni, A., Tittonell, P.
Citation: Field Crops Research, 2023, 303, 109118.

Conclusion:

Marcellin’s contributions, particularly in advancing climate-smart agricultural practices in West Africa, make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. However, enhancing his research profile through additional high-impact publications, broader collaborations, and leadership roles will further solidify his position as an influential figure in his field.