Gilles Rolin Ananfack kenfack | Agroforestry | Young Scientist Award

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Mr Gilles Rolin Ananfack kenfack | Agroforestry | Young Scientist Award

PhD Student at  University of Dschang, Cameroon

Gilles Rolin Kenfack Ananfack is a dedicated conservationist and Program Manager at CASUDEV in Dschang, Cameroon, since February 2022. He holds a Master’s degree in Natural Resource Management (Agroforestry/Ecological Intensification) from the University of Dschang, Cameroon, earned in 2019. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Integrated Management of Forest and Agroforestry Resources, expected to be completed in 2024.

 

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

📚 Education:

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Integrated Management of Forest and Agroforestry Resources (In Progress) University of Dschang, Cameroon, 2019-2024 Master’s in Natural Resource Management (Agroforestry/Ecological Intensification) University of Dschang, Cameroon, 2017-2019 Bachelors in Environmental Chemistry University of Dschang, Cameroon, 2013-2016

🌳 Work Experience:

Program Manager at CASUDEV, Dschang, Cameroon February 2022 – Present Led Forest Elephant Conservation Project in Campo Ma’an National Park, reducing poaching by 20%. Orchestrated value chain establishment of Mondia Whitei, enhancing local community access. Managed financial oversight and partnerships.

🛠️ Skills:

Policy Development and Implementation. Value Chain Development in Forestry and Agroforestry Products. Biodiversity Conservation and Landscape Restoration. Gender and Development Approaches. Administrative Management. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Social Impact Assessment (SIA). Technical Proficiency in GIS tools, statistical analysis software (SPSS, R)

 

Research Focus 🌱🔬:

Gilles Rolin Kenfack Ananfack’s research encompasses a multidimensional exploration of bamboo agroforestry and ecosystem dynamics in Cameroon. His work, as evident in published articles like “Farmers’ local knowledge of soil fertility in bamboo plantations” and “Assessing Growth Parameters from Culm Cuttings of Bambusa vulgaris,” delves into understanding the intricate relationship between bamboo cultivation, soil fertility, and the implications for rural livelihoods. Additionally, his contribution to the manual on bamboo agroforestry in Cameroon demonstrates a commitment to practical knowledge dissemination. Collaborative efforts, such as the spatiotemporal study on land use dynamics in afromontane ecosystems, further highlight his engagement in broader research addressing environmental sustainability and the impact on specific tree species in the Adamawa region.

Publications Top Notes:

Certainly! Here are the publications mentioned in the provided information:

  1. Title: Farmers’ local knowledge of soil fertility in bamboo plantations in the Western Highlands, Cameroon
    • Authors: Gilles Rolin Kenfack Ananfack, Emile Temgoua, Marie Louise Avana Tientcheu
    • Published in: Advances in Bamboo Science, 2023, 4, 100031
    • Citations: 1
  2. Title: Assessing Growth Parameters from Culm Cuttings of Bambusa vulgaris at the University of Dschang Botanic Garden, West Region of Cameroon: Implications for the Bamboo Resource Base and Rural Livelihoods
    • Authors: Gilles Ananfack, Atchombou B, Zanguim HT, Awazi NP, Tassiamba SN, Tientcheu LT, Nfornkah BN, Kaam R, Tchamba MN
    • Published in: Open Journal of Forestry, 2021, 12.1, 88-106

 

Raj kumar Singh | Agroforestry

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Dr Raj kumar Singh: Leading Researcher in Agroforestry 
Geoinformatics System Scientist at World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF), India

🎉 Congratulations,Dr Raj kumar Singh, on winning the esteemed Best Researcher Award from ResearchW ! 🏆 Your dedication, innovative research, your dedication and innovative contributions in the field of renewable energy and agriculture are truly inspiring!  Your work in advancing solar energy technologies and addressing crucial issues like postharvest losses demonstrates your commitment to positive change. 🌞

🌱Dr. Raj Kumar Singh is a distinguished Geoinformatics System Scientist at World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF), based in New Delhi, India. He recently earned the prestigious Best Researcher Award from ResearchW for his outstanding contributions to renewable energy and agriculture. 🌍🔬

Professional Profiles, 🏆
Qualification, 🎓
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in 2023 Geoinformatics and agroforestry from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT-KGP), Kharagpur, India Thesis title: “Agroforestry Interventions for Improved Crop Management Using Geospatial Technology.”
  • Master of Technology (M. Tech.) in 2015 Remote Sensing and GIS specialization in Atmospheric Science from the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS-ISRO), Dehradun, India Thesis title: “Spatial-temporal variability of Aerosol Optical properties and their impact on Aerosol Radiative forcing over Indo-Gangetic plain”
  • Master of Science (M.Sc.) in 2009 in Remote Sensing and GIS from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, India Thesis title: “Hyperspectral Remote sensing-based study for extraction of vegetation quality para, meters using Hyperion data”
Research and Work Experiences, 🛰️

1)Geoinformatics Scientist at World Agroforestry, ICARF, New Delhi (Aug 2018 to till date) 2) Guest faculty: GIS and Remote Sensing at American University Central Asia, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; (Jan 2021 to Aug 2021) 3) Remote Sensing Specialist at International Centre for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA), New Delhi; (Aug 2015 to Jul 2018) 4) Research Fellow at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi (Jan 2012 to Jul 2013) 5) Junior Research Fellow at Regional Remote Sensing Centre (RRSC)-East, Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Kolkata; (Jan 2010 to Jan 2012) 6) GIS Engineer at Magus Infocom Pvt. Ltd. Noida, Delhi-NCR; (Jul 2009 to Dec 2009)

Membership in Professional Bodies, 🌿
  • Indian Society of Remote Sensing (ISRS)
  • Indian Society of Agroforestry
  • Range Management Society of India
Research Focus, 🌍🛰️

Dr. Raj Kumar Singh’s research spans diverse domains, with a primary focus on geoinformatics, agroforestry, and environmental science. His notable contributions include groundbreaking studies such as “Fireworks induced particle pollution: A spatio-temporal analysis” (2016) and “Wintertime characteristics of aerosols over middle Indo-Gangetic Plain: Vertical profile, transport, and radiative forcing” (2017), both widely cited works in atmospheric science. Additionally, his research extends to digital diffusion for inclusive agroecosystems and leveraging geo big data for accelerating agroecological intensification in drylands. Notably, he explores automated crop type mapping using dynamic time warping, offering insights crucial for enhanced food and nutritional security.

Publication Top Notes, 🏆