The West African Centre for Shea Innovation and Research (WACSIR) at UDS will host the third edition of its Guest Lecture Series on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the Nyankpala Campus and via Zoom. Themed “From Bioactive Discovery to Agro-Innovation,” the lecture will focus on using daidzin-inspired strategies to enhance shea tree genetics and product development.
The keynote speaker is Prof. Norvienyeku Justice, a global expert in plant pathology and genomics from Hainan University, China. He will explore cutting-edge genomic and biotechnological innovations to improve disease resistance and value chains in the shea industry.
The event is open to academics, students, researchers, and industry stakeholders as part of WACSIR’s mission to drive innovation in West Africa’s shea sector
The keynote speaker is Prof. Norvienyeku Justice, a global expert in plant pathology and genomics from Hainan University, China. He will explore cutting-edge genomic and biotechnological innovations to improve disease resistance and value chains in the shea industry.
The event is open to academics, students, researchers, and industry stakeholders as part of WACSIR’s mission to drive innovation in West Africa’s shea sector
