The Association of Nigerian Scholars at Chulalongkorn University (ANSCU) proudly celebrate the outstanding achievement of Mr. James Danga, a master’s researcher in Green Chemistry and Sustainability Program, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University.
James’s research poster on Ralstonia solanacearum’s metabolic response to Bacillus amyloliquefaciens, won Best Poster Presentation at the 6th IAMBEST International Conference. This work explores ways to optimize the use of nature to protect crops sustainably, reducing reliance on harmful chemical controls.
The study investigated how the plant pathogen responds to the biocontrol bacterium using targeted metabolomics, as this knowledge will help optimize the efficacy of the biocontrol agent, and found that Ralstonia remodels its lipid membranes, boosting phosphatidylethanolamines and free fatty acids, as a survival response to Bacillus metabolites. This metabolic adaptation could guide the design of smarter, more resilient biocontrol strategies.
James’s work provides a much needed solution toward eco-friendly pest control by reducing the need for harmful pesticides and supporting the use of renewable feedstocks, which reflect key principles of Green Chemistry such as prevention, designing safer chemicals, use of renewable feedstocks, and design for degradation—while aligning with the UN SDGs (2 and 3).
This academic feat reflects ANSCU’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and sustainable environmental impact. ANSCU felicitates with Mr. James on this well-deserved recognition.