Key Research Areas
Ecology and Biodiversity Conservation
Study the savannah ecosystem's ecology, biodiversity, and conservation strategies.
- Species identification and monitoring
- Habitat restoration and protection
- Community-driven conservation strategies
Climate Change and Hydrogeology
Research climate change impacts on the savannah zone's hydrology and hydrogeology.
- Hydrological pattern modeling
- Groundwater vulnerability assessment
- Climate resilience strategies
Agriculture and Food Security
Explore sustainable agricultural practices and crop management techniques suitable for the savannah zone.
- Soil fertility improvement
- Crop diversification and resilience
- Sustainable farming technologies
Human Health and Disease Ecology
Research the relationships between human health, disease ecology, and environmental factors in the savannah zone.
- Disease vector monitoring
- Environmental health studies
- Community health outreach
Economic Development and Poverty Reduction
Investigate strategies for economic development and poverty reduction in the savannah zone.
- Inclusive economic strategies
- Microenterprise promotion
- Livelihood enhancement programs
Socioeconomics and Education
Study the socioeconomic aspects of savannah zone development, including education and human development.
- Access to quality education
- Socioeconomic mobility
- Gender and development studies
Infrastructure Development and Transportation
Examine the impact of infrastructure development and transportation on the savannah zone's economy and environment.
- Transport network mapping
- Environmental impact of infrastructure
- Urban-rural linkage studies
Natural Resource Management
Research sustainable natural resource management practices in the savannah zone.
- Forest and water conservation
- Land use planning
- Community-based resource governance
Peace and Conflict Resolution
Investigate the causes and consequences of conflicts in the savannah zone and develop strategies for peacebuilding and conflict resolution.
- Conflict mapping and resolution
- Peacebuilding frameworks
- Intercommunity dialogue facilitation
Recent Projects
- Mapping endangered flora in the Taraba Savannah (2024–2025)
- Rehabilitation of wildlife corridors in Northern Nigeria
- Invasive species tracking and control strategies
Lead Researchers
Dr. Phoebe A. O. – Program Coordinator, Ecology & Agro-Forestry
Dr.I.O Adepoju – Program Coordinator, Agriculture & Rural Dev.
Dr.Ignatius Anguun Audu – Program Coordinator Socio-Economics
Dr. Garleya Birbonga – Program Coordinator, Human & Animal Health
Dr. Waizah Yakub – Program Coordinator, Climatology & Meterorelogy
Dr. Benjamin Umaru – Program Coordinator, Hydrology, Hydorgeology & Geomorphology