NM-AIST doctoral student wins 2025 L’Oréal–UNESCO for Women in Science Award
Date: 2025-12-16
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
The
Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) has
announced that Ms. Cesilia Mambile, a doctoral student at the institution, has
been named a winner of the 2025 Fondation L’Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science
Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents Award.
Ms.
Mambile’s research focuses on the development of an artificial intelligence
model that uses satellite imagery to improve the prediction of forest-fire
occurrences linked to seasonal patterns around Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
Her work applies advanced data science and remote sensing techniques to
environmental monitoring and disaster risk reduction, addressing challenges
associated with climate variability and ecosystem protection.
The
award recognises her innovative contribution to the use of artificial
intelligence in environmental science and underscores the growing role of
emerging technologies in improving early warning systems and supporting
sustainable land management.
NM-AIST
said the recognition reflects the quality of research being undertaken at the
institution and highlights the importance of supporting young African
scientists, particularly women, in science, technology and innovation.
The
Fondation L’Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science programme aims to promote gender
equality in scientific research by supporting and celebrating the achievements
of women scientists and inspiring future generations to pursue careers in
science.
