Senior Researcher, Tanzania Forestry Research Institute, Tanzania
🌍 Dr. Amani J. Uisso, also known as Amani Jackson Uisso, is a dedicated land use planner and social forester based in Tanzania. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in natural resources assessment and management, contributing significantly to research and consultancy in land use planning and climate change adaptation.
Publication Profile
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Education
🎓 Dr. Uisso holds a PhD in Forest Science (Forest and Natural Resource Sciences) from Stellenbosch University in South Africa. He also earned an MSc in Natural Resources Assessment and Management and a BSc in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) in Tanzania.
Experience
🛠️ At the Tanzania Forestry Research Institute (TAFORI), Dr. Uisso engages in various projects related to land evaluations, social surveys, and climate change. His extensive background includes participation in numerous short courses and conferences, enhancing his expertise in natural resource management.
Research Focus
🔍 Dr. Uisso’s research interests encompass land use planning, land suitability analysis, community forestry, and climate change impact assessments. He thrives in transdisciplinary research environments, aiming to foster sustainable practices in natural resource management.
Awards and Honors
🏅 Dr. Uisso has been recognized for his contributions to the field, serving on the editorial board of the Global Change Research Data Publishing and Repository from 2017 to 2019. He is also an active member of CODATA, focusing on data preservation and access in developing countries.
Publications
📚 Dr. Uisso has published several impactful papers in his field. Here are some top notes on his publications:
Land use planning in Tanzania: Challenges and opportunities (2020) – Journal of Land Use Science | Cited by: 15
Community forestry and climate change resilience (2018) – Forestry Research | Cited by: 10
Natural resources assessment: Methodologies and applications (2017) – Environmental Management | Cited by: 8