Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award Posted on 20/06/202420/06/2024 by sciencefather Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award Ms. Cynthia Wakhungu, Technical University of Kenya, Kenya Professional Profile Scopus 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