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Science and Technology Policy Research Institute, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-STEPRI) in Ghana. The Science and Technology Policy Research Institute, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-STEPRI) focuses on conducting knowledge-based research that aids in shaping policies and programs for socioeconomic development. Positioned strategically in the policy arena, the Science and Technology Policy Research Institute, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-STEPRI) specializes in areas such as Agricultural and Food policies, Climate Change and Innovation studies, as well as Advocacy and read more...
Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) in Tanzania is renowned for its extensive array of programs spanning Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Forestry, Animal Science, Wildlife Management, Tourism Management, Environmental Science, Food Science, Natural Resources, Nutrition, and Rural Development since its inception. Their research addresses current and emerging needs in these sectors and is characterized by strong collaborations with stakeholders at local, African regional, and international levels. The university's research policy priorities are centred on finding sustainable solutions and advancing knowledge to support food security, read more...
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) in South Africa is a leading African institution with a rich heritage of academic excellence, emphasizing research, teaching, and community engagement. Its centennial celebration in 2010 marked a century of scholarly achievement and innovation. The Centre for Transformative Agricultural and Food Systems (CTAFS) at UKZN was established to build resilient and sustainable healthy food systems through transdisciplinary research. This derives from a realisation that food and nutrition security is a complex and multi-faceted challenge that calls for collaborative and transdisciplinary approaches. Read more...
The University of Nottingham in Malaysia (UNM), School of Biosciences enjoys global recognition for its excellence in research and education in both fundamental and practical sciences. The University was established in 2001 and its focus extends to enhancing agriculture, ensuring food quality and safety, promoting nutrition, and preserving the environment. One of its research activities focuses on Food, Nutrition and Health science which acknowledges the intrinsic connection between food and nutritional sciences in attaining optimal health and ensuring food security. The institution is rated 5-star under the Malaysian Research Assessment (MyRA).
The Thünen Institute (TI) in Germany is a federal research institute under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL). With its 15 research institutes, it conducts research in the fields of agriculture, forestry and fisheries, cooperates nationally and internationally with universities and other research organisations and is involved in the training of scientists. To find scientifically sound answers to societal questions about the sustainable use of our natural resources and the vital development of rural areas, the Thünen Institute works at the interface of science, politics and society. It is recognised for carrying out extensive read more...
