Dr. Belchrist Eliel Sossou’s defense on the etiology and genetic resistance of gboma eggplant (Solanum macrocarpon L.) to bacterial wilt caused by Ralstonia solanacearum in Benin
The Genetics, Biotechnology and Seed Science Unit (GBioS) proudly celebrates the successful PhD defense of Dr. Belchrist Eliel SOSSOU, held at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences (FSA) of the University of Abomey-Calavi. His doctoral research, entitled “Etiology and genetic resistance of gboma eggplant (Solanum macrocarpon L.) to bacterial wilt disease caused by ralstonia solanacearum in […]
Dr. Guillaume J. Bodjrenou’s defense on targeted selection of shea trees rich in fatty acids and specific unsaponifiable matter for the chocolate and cosmetics industry in Benin
The Genetics, Biotechnology and Seed Science Unit (GBioS) is pleased to celebrate the remarkable achievement of Dr. Guillaume Bodjrenou, who has officially been awarded the title of Doctor by the University of Abomey-Calavi and the University of Lorraine following the successful defense of his doctoral thesis conducted under a joint supervision agreement between the two […]
Dr. Rabiath Féichokpè Raïssa Adigoun’s defense on diversity and performance of endophytic and rhizosphere bacteria for the growth stimulation of synsepalum dulcificum (schumach. & Thonn.) Daniell in Benin
The Genetics, Biotechnology and Seed Science Unit (GBioS) proudly congratulates Dr. Rabiath Féichokpè Raïssa ADIGOUN on the successful defense of her PhD thesis, earning her a dual doctorate from the University of Abomey-Calavi and the University of Lorraine. Her research focused on Synsepalum dulcificum, commonly known as the miracle fruit plant, a species native to […]
VACS Amaranth and Okra Phenotyping by Drones Workshop: Strengthening Agricultural Research through UAV Technology
From February 16 to 20, 2026, the Genetics, Biotechnology and Seed Science Unit (GBioS) hosted an impactful workshop in Cotonou, Benin focussing on drone‑based phenotyping for amaranth and okra. The VACS Amaranth and Okra Phenotyping by Drones Workshop brought together researchers, graduate students, agronomists, and agricultural practitioners to explore how unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly […]
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, […]
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, […]