Thomas Daum

Thomas Daum is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Global Studies, University of Gothenburg. His research focuses on sustainable agricultural transformation and natural resource management in Africa and Asia, with emphasis on innovations and governance. Key areas include agricultural mechanization, digital agriculture, pesticide use, livestock development, and sustainability transitions in African agricultural innovation systems.

• University: University of Gothenburg
• School: School of Global Studies
• Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer

His work explores the intersection of technology, governance, and sustainability, particularly through digital methods for data collection (e.g., time-use and nutrition in rural households) and their implications for gender dynamics. He also investigates mechanization adoption, digital extension services, and climate-smart agriculture.

Scientific Trends: Recent publications examine agricultural innovation systems, digitalization in Africa, mechanization challenges, and biodiversity-smart farming. Articles span journals like Agricultural Systems, Development Policy Review, and Agronomy for Sustainable Development, with keywords reflecting themes of sustainability, digital agriculture, and governance.

Publications: 15 most recent works (2023-2025) address mechanization adoption, digital tools for tractor hire, pesticide governance, and ICT applications in agriculture. Sub-fields include sustainable practices, innovation systems, gender dynamics, and policy challenges across African contexts.