Dr. Mrs. Patricia Pinamang Acheampong

Dr. Acheampong wrote her PhD on “Farmers preferences for cassava variety traits” at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana, and an MSc on “Inflation and Economic Development” from the University of Hull, United Kingdom. Patricia’s expertise in research and development has culminated in the release of 30 improved varieties, contributing to food security and income generation in Ghana. She received a national award in 2015 as co-winner of best national researcher. In 2010, she received a prestigious African Women in Agriculture Research and Development Award. She is pragmatic and proactive to realise ideas and objectives. A dependable researcher who pays keen attention to detail and has excellent work ethics for reliable results. Patricia follows plans and methods to achieve tasks within strict deadlines. She can communicate findings through detailed reports and presentations for increased subject understanding.