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[1] Dr. Ewane Divine [Cameroon] Senior Lecturer and Acting Head of the Department of Animal Science at the University of Buea, bridges the gap between biological research, digital innovation, and agri-preneurship. He holds a PhD in Animal Production from the University of Buea, an MSc in Animal Nutrition and Biochemistry, and a B.Agric (Honors) in Animal Science from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Dr. Ewane's research champions African food sovereignty through Feeds, Livestock, and Wildlife Resources Development (FLWRD), with specific expertise in bio-economic engineering and the "Vernonia Protocol." As Principal Investigator of the Students’ business incubator (SP-UB-LPA-SBI) and a Cisco Systems Academy Lead, he translates indigenous knowledge into science-backed sustainable agricultural solutions.
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Fostering Innovation and Food Sovereignty in African Livestock: An Ecosystem Approach via University-based Extension Systems in Cameroon
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[2] Roman Khazhsetovich Kandrokov [Russia] holds a doctorate in grain storage and processing technology from the Moscow State University of Food Production. His research interests include the development of innovative technologies for processing grain from various crops into high-quality flour and semolina pasta; and the development of innovative technologies for obtaining flour with increased fat and protein content from multicomponent grain mixtures for the baking and confectionery industries.
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The Influence of the Ratio of Wheat and Flax on the Quality of pan Bread from Whole-grain Wheat-flax Flour
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[3] Heru Irianto [Indonesia] is a professor of marketing management in the Department of Agribusiness, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia. He completed his doctoral degree at Universitas Sebelas Maret in 2015. His research interests focus on sustainable food systems and economic development, particularly concerning farmers and small and medium enterprises. Several of his articles, published in books and reputable journals, have been written in collaboration with research and community service teams from the Sustainable Agribusiness Research Group and the Center for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises and Cooperative Studies.
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Arrowroot Development and the Perceptions of its Sustainability Status for Food Security in Indonesia
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[4] Dr. Ndih Aimé Christian [Cameroon] is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural, Livestocks and By Products at the University of Maroua, Cameroon. He is a Microbiologist-Food Scientist, specialized in Foods processing, Standards and Quality. He is the Chief of Experimental and Production Center at the National Advanced School of Engineering of the University of Maroua. Dr Ndih Aimé Christian obtained his PhD in Food Science and Technology from the University of Ngaoundéré in Cameroon. His research focuses on valorization of local production, food safety, value chain systems, standards and quality. He also works in project development, monitoring and evaluation.
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Physicochemical, Microbiological and Hedonic Characterization of a Smoked Meat-based Food (Toutou) of the Mboum People in the Adamaoua Region of Cameroon
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[5] HyeJin Lee [Korea] received her PhD in crop breeding from Washington State University, Pullman (USA), also holds two masters' degrees, one in crop sciences from Washington State University and the other in agricultural policy from Tufts University, USA. Her focus areas in academic research include agricultural and rural development in developing countries, and foreign aid policies in the context of agricultural aid and governance. Working as a professor at Konkuk University in Seoul in the Republic of Korea, she has been involved in aid policy formulation and project evaluation.
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Closing the Vitamin A Gap in Ethiopia Through Biofortified Crops
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[6] Dr. Saja Jawad [Iraq] recently obtained her PhD in Crop Physiology with plant tissue culture from the College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences, University of Baghdad. She has devoted her research to studying drought in her country, Iraq, and methods of cultivating varieties resistant to drought water stress because of desertification and decrease of water resources in her country. She worked for the period 2009-2014 as a director of the Agricultural Unit at the College of Administration and Economics, University of Baghdad. She has published more than 10 scientific research papers in several international journals and is currently working as a professor at the College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences, University of Baghdad.
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The Role of Colchicine and Harmel Seed Extract in Improving Drought Tolerance and Increasing Secondary Compounds of Stevia in vitro
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[7] Dr. Arthertone Jere [Zambia] holds a PhD in Fisheries & Aquaculture Science from Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Malawi. He is the Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science and Open Learning and a Lecturer in Fish Genetics, Breeding, and Fish Disease at Kapasa Makasa University, Zambia. He is also a lead consultant on various projects and specializes in invasive biology, fish taxonomy and participatory fisheries management. With extensive 22 years’ service with specific experience in community-based conservation and sustainable fisheries, he has contributed to projects on the Kabompo River, Kafue Flats and Lower Zambezi River, and supported research at WorldFish Zambia. He is currently conducting biological research on Lake Mweru and is working on developing a participatory Fisheries Management Plan for Lake Bangweulu Wetlands project.
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Lysine Requirement for Different Strains of Tilapia Oreochromis tanganicae
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[8] Untari Untari [Indonesia] is a lecturer at Musamus University, Indonesia, specializing in socio-economics and agricultural resources. She completed her Master's degree in 2010 and her Doctorate in Agricultural Sciences from Hasanuddin University, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, in 2022. In recent years, she has focused on socio-economic research on coastal communities. She is passionate about solving the problem of sustainable livelihoods to overcome poverty and improve the welfare of coastal communities in Indonesia. The results of her studies have been published in scientific journals and presented at various conferences relevant to her field of study, and have undergone peer review.
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Livelihoods of Coastal Communities in Kondo Village, South Papua, Indonesia: A Study of Agriculture, Hunting, and Fishing Practices
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[9] Novriani Tarigan [Indonesia] is a senior lecturer at the Medan Health Polytechnic with a background in nutrition education. She is a registered nutritionist with the Indonesian Nutritionists Association. She is currently completing her Doctoral Education in Food Science at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of North Sumatra, Medan, Indonesia. Combining expertise in nutrition and food science has enabled her to develop research on food innovation, functional foods, and a focus on improving maternal and child health. She has published numerous scientific articles and is passionate about finding solutions to malnutrition in Indonesia through sustainable food security and nutrition.
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Sensory Evaluation, Physicochemical and Antioxidant Analysis of Tinuktuk Drink, a Herbal-based Drink Originated from Simalungun, Indonesia: Preliminary Study
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[10] Azwifaneli Innocentia Nemushungwa [South Africa] is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Venda, South Africa, who specializes in Economics and Econometrics. She holds a PhD in Economics, with a specialization in Econometrics. Her research focuses on green growth and sustainable development, economic development, traditional and digital financial markets, exchange rates, and community-based social protection, where she has published more than ten articles in peer-reviewed journals. She is passionate about addressing socio-economic challenges through evidence-based research and has contributed to academic and policy discussions in South Africa and beyond.
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The Role of Food Prices and Household Income in Nutritional Outcomes: A Narrative Review
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[11] Ms. Nestorine [Madagascar] is a PhD candidate in Life Sciences and Modeling at the Doctoral School of Life Sciences and Modeling, University of Mahajanga, Madagascar. She holds a Master's degree in Biochemistry, Microbiology and Applied Biotechnology, 2014 edition, after having earned a Bachelor's degree in the same field at the same university. Passionate about combating poverty and improving the nutritional health of vulnerable populations, her research focuses on food insecurity, agricultural production, the modeling of complementary foods and nutritional education.
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Nutritional and Sensory Quality of Infant Complementary Foods Enriched with Sesame, Moringa oleifera, White Beans and Freshwater Shrimps (Caridina Sp.).
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[12] Prof. Joshua Olusegun Ajetomobi [Nigeria] is a Professor of Agricultural Economics at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology with over three decades of teaching and research experience. He obtained his PhD in Agricultural Economics from Obafemi Awolowo University in 2003. He has been a researcher with the African Economic Research Consortium for more than 20 years. His research focuses on agricultural policy, productivity, marketing, and climate change, with a growing interest in food policy and its role in improving nutritional outcomes in developing countries.
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Food Prices and Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity in Eswatini
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[13] Anteneh Omer [Ethiopia] is a nutrition and public health professional with over 15 years of experience in research, program leadership, and multi-sectoral coordination across Africa and the Middle East. He holds a PhD in Human Nutrition from Hawassa University and currently working as a Nutrition and Food Systems consultant in Ethiopia. He has previously worked with UNICEF, International Medical Corps and USAID. His work focuses on nutrition-sensitive agriculture, maternal and child nutrition, and evidence generation to inform policy and practice. Anteneh authored/co-authored more than fifteen publications including articles in peer-reviewed journal and technical documents.
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Availability, Quantity and Cost of Calcium Source Foods for Meeting Daily Requirements Among Women of Reproductive age in Hawassa City, Sidama Region, Ethiopia
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[14] Mr. Emmanuel Nkweto [Zambia] is a PhD candidate at the Copperbelt University in Zambia. He is a lecturer in the Department of Agriculture and Aquatic Sciences at Kapasa Makasa University in Zambia. He holds a MSc in Agronomy from RUDN University in Russia and a BSc in Agroforestry from the Copperbelt University. His research focuses on enhancing crop production and sustainable technologies to mitigate climate change impact. He also explores diverse food systems, including local seed landraces, honey, mushrooms and livestock to enhance rural livelihoods. A member of the Agricultural Institute of Zambia, Mr Nkweto actively contributes to advancing national agricultural productivity.
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Evaluation of Soybean Straw, Bean Straw, Maize Stalk, and Banana Leaf as Substrates for the Growth and Yield of Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)
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