John Kiguru Maina

• Professional Association
• Participated in one scientific presentation, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding potential of Black Soldier fly larvae as sustainable protein source for African Catfish diet aimed at replacing fish meal 100%

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• Working on 3 projects to assess potential of Insect based meal larvae as sustainable protein source for African Catfish diet.
• Working both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
• Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments
• Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments

• Involved in technical procedures involving chemical analysis for toxins
• Technical knowledge of animal nutrition and premix solutions
• Understanding of sales and marketing activities involved in animal nutrition industry
• Knowledge of different aspects of animal nutrition, including ruminant, poultry, and swine nutrition
• Understanding of toxin management and its importance in animal nutrition
• Knowledge of feed formulation and its role in animal nutrition
• Understanding of quality assurance and lab services in animal nutrition industry
• Knowledge of purchasing and production planning in animal nutrition industry
• Experience working with different teams and individuals in professional setting
• Exposure to global organization with strong distribution and supply chain management system

• Environmental site assessments were carried out, and remedial recommendations were made.
• Data on water, air, and soil contamination was gathered.
• Based on findings, prepared two extensive scientific presentations.
• Established 10 key waste management strategies in animal farms.

• Gained hands-on laboratory skills, disease diagnostic procedures, and animal handling skillet had rotations in; Post mortem laboratory,bacteriology,virology,serology,helminthology,zoology and chemistry laboratory's
• Proficient in DNA and RNA extraction,PCR,Gel electrophoresis,RFLP among others.
• Organized, classified and documented samples for production teams.
• Supported robust quality control and assurance procedures by helping coordinate sampling, inspecting and testing procedures.
• Increased animal health by designing detailed medication and exercise plans.
• Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of 30 animals to protect animal health and wellbeing.
• Fed, groomed and watered 30 pigs.

• Performed vaccination of 21,000 cats and dogs under Laikipia Rabies and Vaccination Campaign
• Acquired fieldwork experience, data collection and analysis, research skills, education, and increased community outreach
• Actively involved in rabies vaccination as veterinary technician, socializing dogs, and training basic obedience
• Used R software to determine data-set correlations while initiating qualitative functions

• Collected and evaluated data to determine community program needs for 400 farmers.
• Gave instruction on poultry production and food safety.
• Conducted field demonstrations of poultry vaccination, techniques and services.
• Advised farmers and demonstrated techniques in feeding and health maintenance of poultry and financial planning.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Collaborated with producers to diagnose and prevent management and production problems.

• 5/5 GPA
• Member of Kalman Kerperly college, 2023 -Current
• Stipendium Hungaricum Hook Mentor,Volunteer to mentor new international students
• Organizing Secretary of Kenyans in Debrecen
• Thesis topic is Assessing the potential of Black Soldier fly larvae as a sustainable source of Protein for the African Catfish diet.

• Degree Awarded with Distinction

• Stipendium HungaricumScholarship, 2022 from Stipendium Hungaricum and Ministry of Education,Kenya