Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award
Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Technical University of Kenya, Kenya
Professional Profile
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📝
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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
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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
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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