Mr. Frejus Tanguy ZINSOU, Faculty of Agronomic Sciences (FSA) of the University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC), Benin
Fréjus Tanguy A. Zinsou is a PhD researcher in Animal Science with expertise in livestock production systems, climate change adaptation, and gender-based violence (GBV) in rural development. Born on November 15, 1988, in Cotonou, Benin, he holds a Master of Science in Animal Production & Management from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Zinsou has worked extensively in livestock management, climate change, and community-based projects. His recent research includes cattle and poultry feeding strategies, and he has also developed applications like “AniManag” and “Feed Formulator” to aid livestock farmers. He is active in professional networks and has contributed to various scientific conferences and community projects across Benin and beyond. Zinsou’s technical skills include statistical analysis (SPSS, R), survey tools (KoboToolbox), and project management software (EndNote). He is fluent in both French and English.
Publication Profile
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🎓 Academic Background
Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou is an accomplished scholar in animal science and production. He earned his Master of Science degree (2017-2019) in Animal Production and Management from the Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Prior to this, he completed his undergraduate degree in Animal Production in 2013 at the Faculty of Agronomic Sciences, University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC), Benin. His educational journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge and expertise in animal production and management. 🐄📚
🏆 Scholarships & Awards
Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou has been recognized with prestigious scholarships and awards for his academic and leadership excellence. From 2017 to 2019, he received a scholarship to pursue his Master’s degree in Animal Production and Management at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, under the West Africa Agricultural Productivity Project (WAAPP-Benin). In June 2023, he was awarded a Leadership and Business Management Training Scholarship at Jackson State University, USA, as part of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). These honors underscore his dedication to growth and impactful leadership. 🌟🎓
🌟 Professional Experiences
Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou brings a wealth of expertise through diverse roles. Since December 2023, he has been a PhD researcher in cattle and poultry feeding strategies at the Faculty of Agronomic Sciences (UAC), Benin. As the promoter of Afro Green Business since 2022, he fosters sustainable agriculture. He served as Volunteer/Projects Officer at NGO BEDD (2020–2023) and Research Assistant in Zootechnics and Animal Parasitology at UNA (2019–present). Earlier roles include Secrétaire Général at NGO “Give One Project” (2016–2017) and teaching veterinary clinics at Medji Agricultural High School. His career reflects dedication to livestock innovation and community impact. 🐄🐓📚
🎓 Trainings
Mr. Frejus Tanguy Zinsou has participated in extensive professional training. Highlights include a Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. (2023) and Business Management training at Jackson State University, USA. He honed project design and evaluation skills via YALI and the University of Georgia (2022–2023). Proficient in statistical analysis using R, he trained at Makerere University, Kenya (2022). Additional expertise includes mediation design (Paris, 2022), identifying predatory journals (UAC, 2022), and scientific communication (2021). Notably, he advanced his English proficiency at Ibadan University and the U.S. Embassy in Benin. His training supports his commitment to impactful research and leadership. 🌍📊📚
Research Focus
Dr. Fréjus T.A. Zinsou specializes in agricultural and veterinary sciences, focusing on sustainable livestock farming and parasitic disease management in small ruminants. His research explores the anthelmintic effects of medicinal plants like Pterocarpus erinaceus, Carica papaya, and Anogeissus leiocarpus 🪴. He also investigates gastrointestinal parasite control 🦠, nutritional interventions in livestock 🥗, and innovative farming practices for Red Maradi goats in Benin. His works emphasize zootechnical performance, climate change adaptation, and the integration of traditional herbal medicine 🌍. Dr. Zinsou’s efforts contribute to enhancing animal health, productivity, and sustainability in rural farming communities. 💡📚
Publication Top Notes
- Typology of Red Maradi goat farming systems in Benin based on farmers’ survey (2024) 🐐
DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e40256
- Traditional Herbal Medicine and its Prospects among Goat Breeders of Benin (2023) 🌿🐐
DOI: 10.58803/jvpp.v2i3.28
- In vitro Effects of Anogeissus leiocarpus and Adansonia digitata on Two Life-cycle Stages of Haemonchus contortus (2022) 🧬🐏
DOI: 10.11648/j.avs.20221001.11
- In vivo anthelmintic effects of Pterocarpus erinaceus and Parkia biglobosa on Haemonchus contortus (2022) 🌳🐑
- Use of Carica papaya leaf as growth promoter and anti-parasitic in guinea fowl in Benin (2022) 🍃🐓
- Nutritional and anticoccidial properties of papaya (Carica papaya) leaf meal on growing rabbits (2022) 🥗🐇
- Guide de gestion technico-économique des élevages avicoles (2022) 📘🐓
- Anogeissus leiocarpus, medicinal plant traditionally used in West and Central Africa: Zootechnical performances, pharmacological activities and chemical compositions (2021) 🌴⚗️
- In vitro effects of maize silage extracts on Haemonchus contortus, gastrointestinal nematode parasite in Red Maradi Goats (2021) 🌽🐐
- Improved Traditional Drugs: Sustainable management of gastrointestinal parasitic nematodes of small ruminants (2021) 💊🐑
DOI: 10.22270/jddt.v11i2-s.4811