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Dynamic and results-driven Academic Researcher with over a decade of experience in environmental science and public health research, dedicated to addressing critical challenges in Kenya Nairobi. Committed to advancing sustainable development through innovative research, collaborative partnerships, and evidence-based policy solutions tailored for the Kenyan context. A passionate advocate for academic excellence and community engagement within Nairobi's vibrant educational landscape.

• PhD in Environmental Science, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya (2015–2019)
• MSc in Public Health, University of Nairobi, Kenya (2012–2014)
• BSc in Biological Sciences, Kenyatta University, Kenya (2008–2011)

Senior Research Fellow

Africa Institute for Climate and Sustainable Development (AICSD), Nairobi, Kenya

August 2019 – Present

• Led a multidisciplinary team of 15 researchers to study the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity in Kenya's Rift Valley region, publishing findings in high-impact journals such as "Environmental Research Letters" and "Journal of Environmental Management."
• Collaborated with the Kenyan Ministry of Environment to design climate adaptation strategies for smallholder farmers in Nairobi and surrounding counties, contributing to national policy frameworks.
• Secured over $2.5 million in research grants from the African Development Bank and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) for projects focused on renewable energy and water resource management in Kenya.
• Organized annual conferences in Nairobi that brought together leading scientists, policymakers, and community leaders to discuss sustainable development challenges unique to Kenya.

Research Scientist

Kenyatta University Research Centre for Infectious Diseases (KURCID), Nairobi, Kenya

July 2014 – July 2019

• Conducted groundbreaking research on the epidemiology of vector-borne diseases in urban Nairobi, leading to the development of a low-cost diagnostic tool adopted by local health facilities.
• Published 12 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as "PLOS ONE" and "Tropical Medicine & International Health," with a focus on malaria and dengue fever prevention strategies tailored for Kenyan urban populations.
• Partnered with the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) to train over 50 young researchers in advanced data analysis techniques using R and Python, enhancing local capacity for health research.
• Received the "Kenya National Research Award" in 2017 for outstanding contributions to public health research in Nairobi.

Teaching Assistant

University of Nairobi, Department of Environmental Studies

September 2011 – June 2014

• Instructed undergraduate courses in environmental policy and sustainable development, receiving consistent feedback as "Outstanding Teaching Assistant" from students.
• Guided over 30 senior thesis projects on topics ranging from urban waste management to biodiversity conservation in Kenya's national parks.

• "Climate Change and Agricultural Adaptation in Kenya’s Rift Valley: A Case Study of Nairobi Suburbs", Environmental Research Letters, 2021.
• "Innovative Water Management Solutions for Urban Slums in Nairobi: A Participatory Approach", Journal of Sustainable Development, 2019.
• Presented at the "East African Conference on Public Health and Climate Change" in Nairobi (2020), discussing findings on heat stress mitigation strategies for urban populations.
• Keynote speaker at the "Kenya National Science Week" (2018), emphasizing the role of academic research in addressing Kenya's developmental challenges.

• Technical Skills: Advanced data analysis (R, Python, SPSS), GIS mapping, climate modeling, and statistical software.
• Research Expertise: Experimental design, grant writing, and academic publishing in international journals.
• Languages: Fluent in English and Swahili; basic knowledge of Luo and Kikuyu.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and community engagement.

• Membre of the Kenya Academy of Sciences (KAS), 2018–Present
• Member, International Society for Environmental Epidemiology (ISEE)
• Volunteer Research Advisor, Nairobi Youth Innovation Network (NYIN)

• "Kenya National Research Award" – 2017 (Public Health Category)
• Outstanding Research Contribution, AICSD – 2020
• Young Innovator Grant, African Union Science and Technology Commission – 2016

Available upon request.