Appolinaire DjikengProfessor Appolinaire Djikeng is a distinguished Cameroonian scientist and global leader in livestock genetics, genomics, and sustainable agricultural development. He serves as Director General of the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) while holding academic positions as Professor at The Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh (UK), Adjunct Professor at The University of Queensland (Australia), Distinguished Professor at The University of South Africa, and Honorary Fellow at SRUC (UK). His pioneering work applies advanced genomic and biotechnological tools to enhance livestock productivity, resilience, and sustainability across tropical systems. A passionate advocate for African scientific leadership, One Health, and equitable access to biotechnology, Professor Djikeng continues to foster global research partnerships and capacity building to transform livestock systems and strengthen food security. Read More Read Less