Dr. Agyemang Danquah

 
PhD, Molecular Genetics, Paris Saclay
Deputy Director, Research, Innovation, and Technology (RID), WACCI
Senior Lecturer, Crop Science Department, University of Ghana

 

 

 

 

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About

Dr. Agyemang Danquah is a seasoned plant scientist and educator specializing in genetics, molecular biology, biotechnology and crop improvement. With a distinguished academic background and leadership roles, he has spearheaded transformative agricultural programmes, secured over $15 million in research funding, authored over 60 peer-reviewed articles and books, and mentored over 50 graduate students. Dr. Danquah’s work bridges research, policy, and industry, with a focus on food security and sustainable agriculture in Ghana, Africa and beyond. His research in tomatoes at the University of Ghana led to the release of the first tomato hybrids in Ghana, which seeds are currently being multiplied with support from the Ministry of Food and Agriculture for commercialization. Dr. Danquah’s vision is to empower African farmers and communities through scientific innovation, ensuring sustainable food systems for future generations. His dedication to advancing science, education, and policy underscores his profound impact on agriculture and food security in Africa.

 

Awards & Honors
  • Dow Agrosciences’ African Visiting Scientist program, Indianapolis, USA (Aug 31 – Sept 25, 2015)
  • Awarded Mention trés honourable (Distinction) at PhD level, Université Paris Sud, Orsay, France (Apr 4, 2013)
  • Awarded split-cost scholarship by the French Embassy, Ghana and the University of Ghana, Legon, to pursue PhD in Plant Biotechnology at the Université Paris-Sud, Orsay, France (Nov 2009 - Apr 2013)
  • Awarded Visiting Graduate Research Fellowship to train in bioinformatics, Marker Assisted Selection (MAS) and other molecular biology techniques, and conduct MPhil research at University of Virginia, USA. Fellowship awarded by Kirkhouse Trust (2007)
  • Best graduating student in Crop Science (BSc level), University of Ghana, Legon (2005)
  • First class award at the BSc level at the University of Ghana, Legon (May, 2005)
  • Winner of the Academic Excellence Award for outstanding academic performance at BSc Level by Legon Hall, University of Ghana (Apr 8, 2005)
  • Best Student Award (in Physics, Chemistry and Elective Mathematics) at second year at Mpraeso Senior Secondary School Education (1998)

 

Education
  • PhD, Plant Biology, Université Paris-Sud, L'École Doctorale Science du Vegetale, Orsay, France, Nov 2009 – Apr 2013
  • MPhil, Crop Science (Genetics and Plant Breeding option), University Of Ghana, School of Research and Graduate Studies, Legon, Ghana, Sep 2006 – May 2009
  • BSc, (Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, University Of Ghana, School of Agriculture, Legon, Ghana, Sep 2001 – May 2005