Dr. Pharaoh Collins Sianangama

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Department of Animal Sciences
Lecturer
Biography

Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. Animal Reproductive Physiology, Canada.
  • M.S. Animal Reproductive Physiology, Canada.
  • B. Agric Sc. (Hons). Egypt


Dr Sianangama joined the University of Zambia in May of 2013 as a lecturer of Animal Reproduction in the Department of Animal Science. Prior to joining the University of Zambia, Dr Sianangama served as a Principal Scientific Officer with the National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research where his main activity was development and application of radioimmunoassay (RIA) for early detection of infertility and non-pregnancy, applied ultrasonography to detection of pregnancy, trained several IAEA fellows in RIA and local development of standards. Under the auspices of the IAEA, Dr Sianangama established and applied a routine field early non-pregnancy diagnosis.

Publications

On-going Research

  1. Use of natural products for sex-reversal to improve aquaculture productivity
  2. Oestrus synchronization for improved livestock productivity
  3. Assessment of Climate Smart Agriculture Techniques for Integrated Crop and Livestock in the Improvement of Smallholder Farms - Scaling Up Climate Smart Agriculture in Zambia

Selected Publications

  1. Sianangama, P C, Sichamana R, and Musonda J., 2017. Use of natural phyto-sterols for Sex Reversal and improved aquaculture productivity. The Zambia Science Conference 2017- Researchers Symposium: 22-24 November 2017, Avani Victoria Falls Resort, Livingstone, Zambia
  2. Sianangama, P C, Chabala L, and L Tembo. 2017. Assessment of Conservation Farming Techniques for Integrated Crop and Livestock in the Improvement of Smallholder Farms - Scaling Up Climate Smart Agriculture in Zambia. Presented at the FAO Scaling-up CSA in Zambia and Malawi Workshop and Launch of the Save and Grow Project in Zambia. 26-28 April 2017, Chaminuka Lodge, Lusaka, Zambia.
  3. Sitali, M C; Mwanza, A M; Mwaanga, E S; Sianangama, P C; Parsons, I R. 2016. Factors affecting sperm abnormalities and breeding soundness classification of bulls kept on commercial farms in Zambia. Theriogenology Insight; New Delhi Vol. 6, Iss. 2,  (Aug 2016): 83-96.
  4. Sianangama P. C., E. Nundwe, and N. Ashikkalis. 2016. Use of Natural Steroids for   Improved Aquaculture     Productivity. Presented at the National Science Technology Council (NSTC) Workshop. “Veterinary Science and Animal Production Sector.” Radisson Blue Hotel, Lusaka, Zambia 19-20th October 2016
  5. Sianangama P. C., J. M’hone, and N. Mulele. 2016. Use of Natural Steroids in Tilapia Management for   Improved Aquaculture    Productivity. Presented at the First World Congress on Innovations in Livestock Development “Fostering Innovations for the Livestock Industry.” Sentrim Elementaita Lodge, Nakuru, Kenya 26-30th June 2016
Contact Details
phacosia@gmail.com