Deputy Vice-Chancellor in charge of Research and Innovation, National University of Agriculture, Benin
Abiodoun Pascal Olounladé, born on April 20, 1976, in Cotonou, Benin, is a distinguished Professor at the Université Nationale d’Agriculture (UNA) and an expert in agronomy, with an emphasis on animal science. He has held influential positions, including Vice-Rector for Research at UNA since 2021 and multiple roles in research and development in West African agricultural initiatives. Known for his proactive and methodical approach, Prof. Olounladé has made significant contributions to education, research, and leadership within the academic and agricultural communities.
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Education 🎓
Prof. Olounladé holds an impressive academic background, including a Doctorate in Agronomic Sciences with high honors from Université d’Abomey-Calavi (2011). His educational achievements include a Master’s in Biology from the University of Lomé, various certificates in university pedagogy, project management, and leadership from esteemed institutions like Hanzehogeschool University in Groningen. He reached the esteemed rank of Professeur Titulaire des Universités in 2022, showcasing his academic excellence and dedication.
Experience 💼
With decades of experience in academia and research, Prof. Olounladé has contributed significantly as an expert in agriculture and food security for UEMOA, among other roles. His career highlights include serving as Director of Cabinet to the Rector at UNA (2015–2021) and being a key member of international agricultural projects. His extensive leadership in educational reform and development projects underscores his expertise in governance and collaborative research.
Research Interests 🔬
Prof. Olounladé’s research spans animal husbandry systems, traditional veterinary pharmacology, and sustainable agriculture. His focus on ethnoveterinary practices and the integration of traditional plant-based treatments into animal health aligns with his passion for combining science with indigenous knowledge to enhance productivity and sustainability in West Africa.
Awards 🏆
Prof. Olounladé has been recognized for his academic excellence and contributions to research with several awards. Notably, he received the third and first prizes in the 2011 and 2012 Scientific Poster Competitions for promoting Beninese-French partnerships in research. In 2019, he was honored by the National Union of Students for his outstanding service at UNA.
Publications Top Notes 📄
Prof. Olounladé has published over 60 scientific articles in impactful journals. Notable works include:
2024: Evaluation of the effect of Carica papaya seed on the growth performance of fattening rabbits, Tropical Animal Health and Production,
2023: Fractionation Coupled to Molecular Networking: Towards Identification of Anthelmintic Molecules in Terminalia leiocarpa, Molecules, Link.
2022: Anthelmintic Activity, Cytotoxicity, and Phytochemical Screening of Plants Used to Treat Digestive Parasitosis of Small Ruminants, Animals, Link.
2021: Ethnoveterinary knowledge of sheep and goat farmers in Benin, Heliyon, Link.
2012: In vitro anthelmintic activity of essential oils of Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides and Newbouldia laevis, Parasitology Research, Link.
2011: Involvement of tannins and flavonoids in the in vitro effects of Newbouldia laevis and Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloïdes extracts, Veterinary Parasitology, Link.