Odemari S. Mbuya

Dr. Odemari S. Mbuya is a Professor of Agricultural Sciences at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), where he serves as Director of the Center for Water Resources. He is also a Courtesy Professor of Agronomy at the University of Florida/IFAS, teaching courses in Statistical Research Methods and Plant and Soil Sciences. With over 30 years of expertise in agriculture, life sciences, and sustainable ecosystems, Dr. Mbuya integrates sustainability principles into innovative research and teaching at FAMU.

• Agronomy/Soil Science, Ph.D. (2000), University of Florida
• Certificate in Basic Radiation Safety (1992), University of Florida
• M.Sc. in Agronomy (1984), Sokoine University of Agriculture (Tanzania)
• B.Sc. in Agriculture (1980), Ukiriguru, Mwanza (Tanzania)
• Diploma in Crop Production

Dr. Mbuya’s research spans nutrient and water management, watershed processes, phytoremediation, and computer simulation modeling. His work addresses critical sustainability challenges through interdisciplinary approaches, including climate change adaptation, bioenergy systems, and pollution remediation. Recent publications highlight advancements in wastewater nutrient utilization, arsenic removal, and sustainable agroecosystem management.

His scientific contributions have been recognized with awards such as the Distinguished Scholar Award (2005), Rising Star Award (2003), and the Paul Robin Harris Award (1996). Dr. Mbuya has secured over $5.2 million in grants from agencies including USDA, EPA, and the US Department of Energy.

• US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
• US Forest Service
• US Environmental Protection Agency
• USDA-CSREES
• USDA-NIFA
• USDA-SARE
• Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
• US Department of Energy