Mohamed Mambu Luseni holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture General and a Master of Science in Plant Protection (Plant Pathology) from Njala University. Over the years, he has actively participated in numerous initiatives for SLARI/KFTCRC. Since joining SLARI, he has taken on significant responsibilities in the implementation of various projects, including ASREP, IFAD, World Bank initiatives, A4D, SCADeP, BAFS, and a minor role in AVDP. These initiatives aim to improve the quality of life and livelihoods for underserved communities.
Currently, he is pursuing his Ph.D. with a research project titled “Sustainable Cocoa Production in Sierra Leone.” Throughout his professional career, he has consistently demonstrated leadership skills and a strong ability to successfully execute assigned duties. He has also had the opportunity to attend short-term training programs in Ghana, where he gained practical knowledge in tree crop breeding techniques such as pollination, grafting, and budding. Additionally, he acquired experience in disease investigation techniques using modern laboratory tools during his time at IITA. His educational background includes training in DNA analysis from INTERTEK-Malmo in Sweden.
Moreover, he has received training in integrated pest management, genomic-based breeding for sustainable disease resistance, and modern plant protection across various agricultural systems, and microscopy techniques in biological research. He is confident that the knowledge and skills gained from his training will be crucial in addressing some of the most pressing plant disease and pest management challenges in the developing world.