Strengthening Genomic Data Analysis Skills in Africa
From 17 to 21 November 2025, the first session of the Regional Bioconductor Training was held at the Université d’Abomey-Calavi (UAC), under the leadership of the Genetics, Biotechnology and Seed Sciences Unit (GBioS), Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and the Unité de Recherche en Microbiologie Appliquée et Pharmacologie des substances naturelles (URMAPha), Polytechnical School of Abomey-Calavi, […]
Development of plant-based protein and oilseed value chains inBenin: the national program approved!
Crop production remains one of the pillars of Benin’s economic growth, making a major contribution to the national GDP and food security.Yet several local crops rich in plant-based proteins and oilseed content _such as doyi , voandzou (Bambara groundnut), cowpea, groundnut, sesame and egusi seeds_ which are essential to community diets, remain underutilized and contribute […]
Dr. BAGRI BOURAIMA Moukaïla’s defense on the agroecological management of tomato bacterial wilt caused by the ralstonia solanacearum species complex in Southern Benin
We are pleased to share that Dr. BAGRI BOURAIMA Moukaïla successfully defended his doctoral thesis before a distinguished jury at the Université d’Abomey-Calavi. His dissertation, titled “Agroecological management of tomato bacterial wilt caused by the Ralstonia solanacearum species complex in Southern Benin,” made a significant contribution to advancing sustainable solutions for managing bacterial wilt (BW) […]
New Doctoral Achievement at the University of Abomey-Calavi: Frida Dossa’s Research on 𝑴𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒔𝒑𝒉𝒂𝒆𝒓𝒖𝒎 𝒔𝒖𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒔
The University of Abomey-Calavi, through its Laboratory of Genetics, Biotechnology, and Seed Science (GBioS), proudly announces the successful defense of Frida Dossa’s doctoral thesis. After years of dedication and hard work, Frida Dossa has joined the ranks of doctors with her research titled: “selection of essential oil plant mesosphaerum suaveolens (L.) kuntze syn. Hyptis suaveolens […]
New PhD Achievement at GBioS: Dr. Mary Emeraghi’s Research on Maize Streak Virus in Benin
The Genetics, Biotechnology, and Seed Science Unit (GBioS) of the University of Abomey-Calavi is proud to announce the successful defense of Dr. Mary Emeraghi’s PhD thesis. We warmly congratulate Dr. Emeraghi on this outstanding academic achievement and welcome her to the esteemed community of doctors. Dr. Emeraghi’s research, entitled “Current status of maize streak virus […]
New PhD Achievement at GBioS: Dr. Christel Ferréol Azon’s Research on Sesame Production in Benin
Congratulations to Dr. Christel Ferréol Azon on successfully defending his PhD thesis entitled “Developing pathways for higher yielding cultivars of sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) adapted to agroecological zones of Benin” at the University of Abomey-Calavi, within the Genetics, Biotechnology, and Seed Science Unit (GBioS). This outstanding achievement marks another important milestone in his academic journey […]
Agroecology Serving Local Territories
The Contributions of the ARES AGRO-ECO Project In response to the growing challenges of intensive agriculture, climate change, and the degradation of natural resources, agroecology is emerging as a sustainable and locally adapted solution. It is within this framework that the AGRO-ECO project was launched, led by the Genetics, Biotechnology, and Seed Science Unit (GBioS) […]
Safeguarding Plant Genetic Resources in Benin: The Role of CalaviGen, the Genebank of the University of Abomey-Calavi
In a world where agriculture faces increasing challenges—from climate change to biodiversity loss—safeguarding plant genetic resources (PGR) is not just a scientific necessity, but a social and environmental responsibility. Plant genetic resources are the backbone of our production, food, and nutrition systems. The conservation of those resources is of paramount importance for humanity. In Benin, […]
10 years of commitment to innovation in plant breeding and seed science.
In 2015, the Genetics, Biotechnology and Seed Science Unit (GBioS) at the University of Abomey-Calavi was founded with a clear ambition: to use scientific research to drive food security, sustainable nutrition, and agroecological production. Ten years down the line, GBioS celebrates a decade of passion, innovation, and contribution to the improvement of livelihoods in local […]
e-Cashew Project officially launched : a milestone in Agricultural Digital transformation
On Monday, April 14, 2025, Benin reached a significant milestone in the modernization of its agricultural sector with the official launch of the e-Cashew Project at the University of Abomey-Calavi. This pioneering initiative, born from a strategic partnership between Beninese and Belgian institutions, is set to digitally revolutionize the cashew value chain. Fully aligned with […]