Assistant Professor, Georgia Gwinnett College, United States
Dr. Ramata Cisse is an esteemed scientist, educator, and researcher specializing in poultry science, waste management, and physiology. With a passion for sustainability and student engagement, she has led numerous research projects on waste reduction, food security, and environmental sustainability. As an Assistant Professor at Georgia Gwinnett College and Bazo University, she integrates innovative teaching methodologies, including culinary arts and technology, to enhance student learning. Dr. Cisse has collaborated on groundbreaking studies, contributing to global discussions on environmental science and poultry production. Her international outreach includes training young producers in Mali, promoting sustainable agriculture, and advocating for education in the mother tongue. Fluent in multiple languages, she actively participates in academic and community development initiatives. Recognized with numerous awards, Dr. Cisse continues to inspire students and researchers alike through her dedication to education, sustainability, and scientific inquiry.
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Education 🎓
- Postdoctoral Research Studies (2013) – USDA Southeast Poultry Research Laboratory, Athens, GA
Research in Newcastle Disease Virus Encapsulation
- Ph.D. in Poultry Science (2012) – University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Dissertation: Visfatin and Nesfatin Expressions in Broiler Chickens
- M.S. in Biology (2006) – Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Concentration: Neurobiology
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) (1992, Honor) – Kazakh State Agrarian University, Kazakhstan
Focus: Reproductive Physiology
- Teaching Certificate in Russian Language (1987, Honor) – Kharkov State University, Ukraine
Experience 💼
- Assistant Professor of Biology (2019–Present) – Georgia Gwinnett College
- Assistant Professor of Poultry Science & Waste Management (2024–Present) – Bazo University, Mali
- Part-time Instructor in Poultry Science & Food Safety (2017–Present) – Athens Technical College
- Part-time Instructor in Biology, Anatomy & Physiology (2016–2019) – Georgia Gwinnett College
- Visiting Scientist (2012–2013) – USDA Southeast Research Poultry Laboratory
- Graduate Research Assistant (2009–2012) – University of Georgia
- Veterinary Medical Student (1987–1991) – Kazakh State Agrarian University
Research Focus 🔬
Dr. Cisse’s research spans poultry science, environmental sustainability, and physiology. She explores innovative approaches in waste management, food security, and student learning methodologies. Her work in waste characterization and sustainability has influenced campus and global environmental strategies. She has led projects on using locally sourced grains for poultry feed in Sub-Saharan Africa and investigated the impacts of dietary changes on poultry physiology. In physiology, her studies on visfatin and nesfatin expression in broiler chickens contribute to understanding metabolic regulation. Her pedagogical research includes the impact of multimedia learning tools on student retention and performance. She is also engaged in ePortfolio development for pre-nursing students.
Publications 📚
- Characterization of food waste in Grizzly Dining Hall at Georgia Gwinnett College – Heliyon 2025
- Perception of merchants on solid waste management at the Dabanani market in Bamako Mali – African Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences 2024
- Using locally produced millet as feed ingredient for poultry production in Sub-Saharan Africa – J Appl Poult Res 2016
- Septal infusion of the HCN-channel blocker ZD7288 impairs spontaneous alternation but not inhibitory avoidance – Behavioral Neuroscience 2008
- A survey on the prevalence of Mastitis and the quality of milk among Malian dairy herds – University of Georgia Trip Report 2008
- Effects of nesfatin-1 on food intake and LH secretion in prepubertal gilts – Domestic Animal Endocrinology 2013