Country of origin: NigeriaCurrently in: Kenya, NairobiGeneral field of specialization: Agricultural SciencesPhD Fellowship Alumna
Academic Background
Degrees
2017DoctorateAgricultural Sciences
Research and Profession
Current Research Activities
Agricultural Sciences
Currently researching in the field of pollinator health and nutrition. Present research focus is : Ecological, behavioural and biochemical traits of African meliponine bees in a biodiverse hotspot of Kenya. This study aims to identify meliponine bee species in Taita hills of Kenya and further understand their behavioural traits essential for pollination (foraging ) such as recognition and recruitment behaviours. This will confirm their potential as alternative pollinators to the Honey bee (Apis mellifera).
Research Keywords:
agriculture
chemical ecology
pollination biology
insect pollinators
African meliponine bees
Current profession
Current professional activities type:
Teaching
Affiliations
International center for insect physiology and ecology (icipe)
Prizes, Grants and Awards
TWAS Awards
Oct 2012
Fellowship
OWSD Fellowship
Other Awards
Mar 2011
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD)
AWARD is a career-development program that equips top women agricultural scientists across sub-Saharan Africa to accelerate agricultural gains by strengthening their research and leadership skills, through tailored fellowships. AWARD is a catalyst for innovations with high potential to contribute to the prosperity and well-being of African smallholder farmers, most of whom are women.
