Dr. Bèwadéyir Serge Poda | Medical Entomology | Best Researcher Award
Instiut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé,Burkina Faso
Professional Profiles:
👨🎓 Bio Summary:
Dr. Bèwadéyir Serge Poda is a medical entomologist from Burkina Faso with a Ph.D. in Applied Biological Sciences from the University Joseph KI-ZERBO. He specializes in malaria vector control, focusing on mosquito behavior and ecology, particularly the mating and swarm dynamics of Anopheles mosquitoes. Currently a postdoctoral fellow at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands, Dr. Poda has secured prestigious research grants and collaborated internationally. He is actively involved in teaching, mentoring, and organizing scientific conferences, contributing significantly to global efforts in controlling vector-borne diseases.
🎓 Educational Background:
Dr. Bèwadéyir Serge Poda completed his Ph.D. in Applied Biological Sciences with a specialization in Medical Entomology from the University Joseph KI-ZERBO, Burkina Faso, in 2021. Prior to that, he earned a Master’s degree in Microbial and Cellular Biotechnology in 2014 and a Bachelor’s degree in Fundamental and Applied Biology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology in 2011. His academic foundation in the life sciences was laid with a Baccalaureate in Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in 2007.
🔍 Research Focus:
Dr. Poda’s research centers around the ecology and behavior of malaria vectors, particularly focusing on Anopheles mosquitoes. His projects have explored diverse aspects of mosquito biology, such as long-range chemical and visual cues that females use to locate male swarms, and the effects of irradiation on the reproductive success of malaria vectors. His current work investigates the in-flight mating behaviors of Anopheles mosquitoes and their hybrids, aiming to understand mating patterns in sympatric swarms. His research significantly contributes to vector control strategies, targeting mosquito behavior to prevent malaria transmission.
🏆 Honors & Awards:
Throughout his career, Dr. Poda has received numerous scholarships and grants, underscoring his excellence in research. He was awarded the prestigious Africa Talent Programme grant (€291k) by Wageningen University & Research in 2022, allowing him to lead an independent research project. Other notable awards include the UEMOA Scholarship of Excellence and a Ph.D. scholarship from the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD). His achievements reflect his status as a leading researcher in his field.
💼 Professional Experience:
Dr. Poda has built a diverse professional background, starting with his role as a Ph.D. student at the Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé (IRSS) in Burkina Faso from 2017 to 2021. He has worked on international collaborations, including as a postdoctoral fellow at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands since 2022. His early experience includes conducting research on insecticide resistance in malaria vectors and contributing to malaria vector control studies at IRSS. He has also been involved in teaching and training, supervising MSc students and organizing scientific conferences.
📚 Top Noted Publications :
Sex Aggregation and Species Segregation Cues in Swarming Mosquitoes: Role of Ground Visual Markers
Authors: SB Poda, C Nignan, O Gnankiné, RK Dabiré, A Diabaté, O Roux
Journal: Parasites & Vectors
Citations: 36
Year of Publication: 2019
Index: 12, 1-15
Pilot Study on the Combination of an Organophosphate-Based Insecticide Paint and Pyrethroid-Treated Long-Lasting Nets Against Pyrethroid-Resistant Malaria Vectors in Burkina Faso
Authors: B Mosqueira, DD Soma, M Namountougou, S Poda, A Diabaté, O Ali, et al.
Journal: Acta Tropica
Citations: 23
Year of Publication: 2015
Index: 148, 162-169
Semi-Field and Indoor Setups to Study Malaria Mosquito Swarming Behavior
Authors: A Niang, C Nignan, B Serge Poda, SP Sawadogo, K Roch Dabiré, et al.
Journal: Parasites & Vectors
Citations: 17
Year of Publication: 2019
Index: 12, 1-9
Ecology of Reproduction of Anopheles Arabiensis in an Urban Area of Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso (West Africa): Monthly Swarming and Mating Frequency
Authors: NS Bimbilé Somda, BS Poda, PS Sawadogo, O Gnankiné, H Maiga, et al.
Journal: PLoS One
Citations: 16
Year of Publication: 2018
Index: 13 (11), e0205966
Malaria Vectors Diversity, Insecticide Resistance, and Transmission During the Rainy Season in Peri-Urban Villages of South-Western Burkina Faso
Authors: DD Soma, SB Poda, AS Hien, M Namountougou, I Sangaré, et al.
Journal: Malaria Journal
Citations: 15
Year of Publication: 2021
Index: 20, 1-11
.Conclusion:
Bèwadéyir Serge Poda is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exemplary research in malaria vector control, substantial grant funding, global collaborations, and mentorship of future researchers. While there is room for improvement in language proficiency and expanding his publication impact, his research and leadership make him a valuable contender for the award.