Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Technical University of Kenya, Kenya

Professional Profile

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Professional Summary

  • Dedicated science professional with a strong background in process, research, and analysis. Proficient in data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Experienced in report writing, concept notes, proposals, and grants. Excellent tutor and researcher with a passion for developing new technologies and improving processes.

Career Objective🎯

  • To contribute to national economic growth through research and knowledge transfer, while strengthening human development and values.

Skills🛠️

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in data collection, management, and analysis
  • Competent in preparing reports, manuscripts, and proposals
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Effective in multicultural environments

Education🎓

  • Ph.D. in Microbiology (2019 - Present)
    University of Nairobi
  • M.Sc. in Plant Pathology (2016)
    Egerton University, Nakuru, Kenya
  • B.Sc. General (Botany and Zoology) (2013)
    Egerton University, Nakuru, Kenya

Professional Experience💼

  • Assistant Lecturer (03/2023 - Present)
    The Technical University of Kenya
    Teaching, student supervision, and research collaborations
  • Field Officer (01/2021 - 06/2022)
    International Food Policy Research Institute, Kenya
    Market survey on aflatoxin contamination awareness
  • National Program Supervisor/Technical Advisor (06/2021 - 07/2021)
    Ministry of Health Kenya
    Coordination of Measles and Rubella Vaccine campaign
  • Project Team Leader (01/2016 - 03/2016)
    Bioversity International Kenya
    Promotion of agrobiodiversity activities and their impacts on nutrition

Research Interests🔬

  • Mycotoxin analysis and mitigation
  • Plant pathology and disease management
  • Sustainable agricultural practices
  • Biodiversity and environmental conservation

Conferences Attended🌍

  • Responding to Climate Change through Land Governance (2023)
  • Biodiversity and Sustainable Development (2023)
  • Fourth Partnership for Aflatoxin Control in Africa (2023)
  • The Future of Malabo Declaration Beyond 2025 (2024)
  • Innovations for Sustainable Production of Neglected and Underutilized Crop Species (2024)

Notable Publication📝

  • Paper Title: Mycotoxins contaminating herbs and spices in Africa: A review
  •           Authors: Wakhungu, C.N, Okoth, S, Wachira, P, Otieno, N.A
  •           Journal: African Journal of Biological Sciences
  •           Volume: 3
  •           Issue: 3
  •           Pages: 10-28
  •           Year: 2021​

 

  • Paper Title: Incidence and severity of Fusarium wilt on Bambara nut (Vigna subterranea L.) landraces in Western Kenya
  •           Authors: Nderitu, J., Mwaura, L., & Kimenju, J.
  •           Journal: African Journal of Agricultural Research
  •           Volume: 16
  •           Issue: 3
  •           Pages: 401-410
  •           Year: 2021​ ​
  • Paper Title: Distribution of Fusarium wilt of Bambara nut (Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc.) in farmers’ fields of Busia County in Western Kenya and its management using farmyard manure
  •           Authors: Wamalwa, B.M., Nderitu, J.H., Kimenju, J.W., & Kariuki, I.W.
  •           Journal: Journal of Plant Pathology
  •           Volume: 103
  •           Issue: 2
  •           Pages: 543-552
  •           Year: 2021​
Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award