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.

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📚 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.

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

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
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

Prof Dr Jose Manuel Febles Gonzalez: Leading Research in Agroecology

Profesor at Universidad de La Habana, Cuba

🌱🍲 José Manuel Febles González is a distinguished Cuban geographer and Catedrático de Universidad at the University of La Habana. With a wealth of experience, he specializes in Soil Conservation and Environmental Management, holding a UNESCO code in Agronomy. His academic journey includes a 1974 Geology degree from the University of La Habana, a 1989 PhD in Agricultural Sciences, and a 2007 Doctorate in Sciences.Throughout 2013-2020, Febles has contributed significantly to scientific literature, with 48 total articles and 14 book chapter publications. Notably, he has supervised 18 post-doctoral researchers and guided 13 doctoral and 34 master’s theses.📘

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📚 Academic Background:

Bachelor’s in Geography: University of La Havana, 1974
PhD in Agricultural Sciences: Agrarian University of La Havana, 1989
Dr. Sc. in Sciences: Agrarian University of La Havana, 2007

📊 Scientific Production (2013-2020):

Total Articles: 48
Book Chapter Publications: 14
Post-Doctoral Supervisions: 18
Doctoral Thesis Guidance: 13
Master’s Thesis Guidance: 34
Citations (SCOPUS): 133
h-index (SCOPUS): 9

👨‍🏫 Summary of Career:

Member of the National Commission of Scientific Degrees, Cuba. Full Member of the Cuban Academy of Sciences. Mentor for 14 doctoral theses and over 35 master’s theses. International consultant for FAO, PNUD, GEF, VLIR. Led numerous international projects and university management networks. Conducted courses globally in Switzerland, Sweden, Belgium, Germany, Spain, China, Mexico, USA, Puerto Rico, and more. A distinguished academic, researcher, and influencer in agricultural practices, contributing significantly to Cuba and global agricultural sustainability. 🌱🌍

🌱 Research Focus:

José Manuel Febles González, a distinguished Catedrático de Universidad at the University of La Havana, specializes in the conservation of soils and environmental management, marked by an impressive record of 48 articles and 14 book chapters. His research spans diverse areas, from the characterization of seed banks in Chiapas, Mexico, to the intricate study of karstic-erosive processes in Cuban soils. His work has a global impact, contributing significantly to understanding soil dynamics, nutrient export, and metal accumulation in various environments. Febles González’s expertise lies at the intersection of agriculture, geography, and environmental sustainability. 🌍🌾

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Gilles Rolin Ananfack kenfack | Agroforestry | Young Scientist Award