Vitalice Owuor | Food Research | Best Researcher Award

Mr Vitalice Owuor |  Food Research |  Best Researcher Award

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology,  Kenya

Calvin Owuor Vitalice is a dedicated environmental and fisheries professional from Kenya. He is currently pursuing an MSc in Environmental Legislation and Management at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), with a funded project in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Calvin holds a BSc in Fisheries from JKUAT and has worked as a Part-time Teaching Assistant at JKUAT, where he supports students in various academic capacities. His experience also includes serving as a Fisheries Officer in Siaya County, where he contributed to sustainable fisheries practices and beach management. Prior to this, he taught biology and business studies at Unibridge High School. Calvin’s expertise extends to data categorization.

Profile:

Education:

  • MSC in Environmental Legislation and Management (2021 – Present), JKUAT (Funded project with JICA)
  • BSc in Fisheries (2015 – 2019), Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) (2011 – 2014), Chulaimbo Secondary School
  • Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (K.C.P.E.) (2001 – 2010), Ochok Kadongo Primary School

Employment:

  • Part-time Teaching Assistant (Jan 2020 – Present), JKUAT, Nairobi
    Responsibilities include invigilating exams, consultancy services, student counseling, teaching, and data entry.
  • Fisheries Officer (May 2019 – Aug 2019), Siaya County, Rarieda Sub-county
    Oversaw beach cleanliness, maintained order among fishermen, and ensured the use of appropriate fishing gear and compliance with fishing regulations.
  • High School Teacher (May 2016 – Aug 2018), Unibridge High School, Nairobi
    Taught biology and business studies, managed timetabling, and ensured student discipline.

Skills:

  • Excellent in categorizing data, integrity, patience, communication, and teamwork.

Publication:

Nitrogenous Waste Removal in Closed Freshwater Recirculating Aquaculture Systems Using an Innovative DHS-USB Bioreactor
Journal of Agriculture and Food Research
March 2025 | Journal Article
DOI: 10.1016/j.jafr.2024.101577

 

 

Carlos Eduardo de Freitas Guimarães Filho | Food Control | Best Researcher Award

Dr Carlos Eduardo  de Freitas Guimarães Filho | Food Control |  Best Researcher Award

Extensionista at Fundação Instituto de Pesca do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Carlos Eduardo de Freitas Guimarães Filho is a distinguished scholar based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. With a passion for knowledge and research, he has made significant contributions to his field. His academic journey reflects a commitment to excellence, and he has published various works that showcase his expertise. Carlos is recognized for his dedication to advancing understanding and fostering innovation in his area of study. In addition to his research pursuits, he actively engages with the academic community, inspiring future generations of scholars.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

Carlos Eduardo de Freitas Guimarães Filho is a dedicated researcher and educator in Veterinary Medicine, currently pursuing a Doctorate at the Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF), set to complete in 2024. His doctoral research focuses on the hygienic-sanitary control of bivalve mollusks from aquaculture in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro. He holds a Master’s degree in Veterinary Medicine from UFF (2020), where he investigated biological contaminants in mussels. Carlos also has a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine from Estácio de Sá University (2007) and a specialization in Sanitary Surveillance and Food Quality Control.

Research Focus:

Carlos’s primary research interests lie in food microbiology, inspection of animal-origin products, and aquaculture. His work aims to enhance the safety and quality of food products derived from marine and aquatic environments.

Professional Experience:

He currently works at the Fundação Instituto de Pesca do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, contributing to research and development in fishery and aquaculture sectors. Carlos has also served as an instructor and classifier of plant-origin products and has been involved in various initiatives related to food safety, quality control, and agricultural extension.

Publication Top Notes

  • Study of the efficacy of three depuration methods as a prerequisite for the hygiene-sanitary program in bivalve molluscs, from mariculture in Jurujuba, Niterói, Brazil
    • Journal: Food Control
    • Publication Date: February 2025
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2024.110900
    • Contributors: Carlos Eduardo de Freitas Guimarães Filho, Laura Ribeiro Cerqueira de Oliveira, Gustavo Luis de Paiva Anciens Ramos, Flávia Aline Andrade Calixto, Maria Carmela Kasnowski, Eliana de Fátima Marques de Mesquita
  • Prevalence of parasitism by Bucephalus (Von Baer, 1827) in Perna perna (Linnaeus, 1958) from mariculture of the coastal lowlands, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    • Journal: Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia
    • Publication Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.1590/1678-4162-13169
    • Contributors: C.E.F. Guimarães Filho, F.A.A. Calixto, M.C. Kasnowski, E.F.M. Mesquita
  • Microorganisms used as indicators of hygiene and sanitary quality in Perna perna mussels from mariculture in three traditional communities in Niterói, RJ, Brazil
    • Journal: Food Science and Technology
    • Publication Date: April 1, 2024
    • DOI: 10.5327/fst.00204
    • Contributors: Carlos Eduardo de Freitas Guimarães Filho, Laryssa Araujo, Mariana Delorme, Flávia Aline Andrade Calixto, Maria Carmela Kasnowski, Eliana de Fátima Marques de Mesquita
  • Analysis of microbiological contaminants in mussel Perna perna (Linnaeus, 1758), before and after depuration, from mariculture of the lowland coast, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    • Journal: Food Science and Technology
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1590/fst.64121
    • Contributors: Carlos Eduardo de Freitas Guimarães Filho, Flávia Aline Andrade Calixto, Maria Carmela Kasnowski, Eliana de Fátima Marques de Mesquita
  • Depuration of bivalve molluscs: a literature review
    • Journal: Food Science and Technology
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1590/fst.06622
    • Contributors: Carlos Eduardo de Freitas Guimarães Filho, Flávia Aline Andrade Calixto, Maria Carmela Kasnowski, Eliana de Fátima Marques de Mesquita