Proscovia Paschal Kamugisha | Environmental | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Proscovia Paschal Kamugisha, Mzumbe University,Tanzania.
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Education and Experience
Β Ph.D. in Agricultural EconomicsΒ (2015) – Sokoine University of Agriculture
Β MSc in Agricultural EconomicsΒ (2006) – Sokoine University of Agriculture
Β BSc in Agricultural Economics and AgribusinessΒ (2002) – Sokoine University of Agriculture
Β Head of DepartmentΒ – Administrative Studies (2020-2023)
Β Head of DepartmentΒ – Economics (2024 – Present)
Β Core Researcher and Principal Investigator in multiple agricultural consultancy projects.
Suitability For The Award
Dr. Proscovia Paschal Kamugisha, Senior Lecturer at Mzumbe University, is an exceptional candidate for theΒ Best Researcher Award, given her remarkable contributions to agricultural economics, agribusiness, and sustainable agricultural development. With an extensive academic and research career, Dr. Kamugisha has demonstrated leadership and innovation in her field, making significant strides in livestock economics, environmental economics, aquaculture economics, and supply chain management.
Professional DevelopmentΒ
Publications Top Notes
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“Characterizing the Tanzanian quality beef supply chain: A case of Arusha and Dar-es-Salaam cities” (PP Kamugisha, NSY Mdoe, LA Mtenga, 2017) β Cited by 10Β

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“Sustainable solid waste management in developing countries: Tanzania outlook” (PP Kamugisha, SF Mhanga, 2020) β Cited by 4Β

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“Public private partnerships for successful solid waste management and prospects for reducing public health risks in Kinondoni Municipality-Dar es Salaam, Tanzania” (P Kamugisha, J Ludete, S Mhanga, 2019) β Cited by 2Β

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“Evaluation of quality beef supply chain efficiency in Tanzaniaβs niche markets: A case study of Arusha and Dar-es-Salam cities” (PP Kamugisha, NSY Mdoe, LA Mtenga, 2017) β Cited by 2Β

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“Biomass to liquefied petroleum gas cooking energy: A solution to indoor pollution ailments in Temeke Municipality, Dar-Es-Salaam” (P Kamugisha, MM Kombo, S Mhanga, 2019) β Cited by 1Β

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“Quality beef supply chain efficiency and consumption in Arusha and Dar es Salaam cities, Tanzania” (PP Kamugisha, 2015) β Cited by 1Β




Β Dr. Kamugisha is a dedicated educator, researcher, and consultant with over 15 years of experience in teaching economics and supervising impactful research projects. She has guided numerous postgraduate theses on topics such as agricultural productivity, poverty reduction, and climate-smart technologies. Her contributions extend to consultancy work, including equitable delivery of farming inputs and innovative broiler production using black soldier fly larvae. An active member of professional bodies like the Agricultural Economists of Tanzania, Dr. Kamugisha is known for her collaborative and forward-thinking approach in advancing sustainable agricultural practices.Β 

Β Dr. Kamugisha’s research spansΒ livestock economics,Β agribusiness,Β 


Β Recognized for excellence in coastal ecology research by Fujian Province
Β Recipient of Outstanding Faculty Award, Xiamen University
Β Honored for significant contributions to watershed-coast management research
Jiacong Li is a dedicatedΒ Ph.D. candidate in Environmental Science and Engineering at Tsinghua University, specializing in energy system
Jiacong’s work on enhancing the flexibility of these systems to optimize carbon capture has been published in Applied Energy. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering and a Bachelor of Philosophy from Tsinghua University and is actively involved in projects focused on carbon neutrality. 
Publication Profile
Β Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering
Β Research Focus:
Β Published in Applied Energy:
Β Jiacong Li has actively contributed to cutting-edge research on the 
Β His research aims to optimize the flexibility of CCS operations, ensuring that energy generation remains efficient while reducing carbon emissions.Β 

Β Best Researcher Award NomineeΒ β 2024
Β Research Publication in Applied EnergyΒ β 2025
Β Tsinghua-Toyota Joint Research Institute Cross-discipline Program
Β Assessing the synergies of flexibly-operated carbon capture power plants with variable renewable energy in large-scale power systemsΒ βΒ Applied EnergyΒ (2025)