Keooudone Souvannakhoummane
Keooudone Souvannakhoummane is a PhD student, lecturer, and plant taxonomist at the National University of Laos (NUoL). He is also a member of the advisory board of the PhaKhaoLao platform. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in biology from NUoL and worked at the Pha Tad Ke Botanical Garden from 2010 to 2015. Between 2015 and […]
Chanthavone Phomphakdy
Chanthavone Phomphakdy is a PhD researcher at the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE), University of Bern, where he pursues a doctorate in Geography and sustainable development. Through his work with the Land for Life in Laos (LFL) project, he supports sustainable land governance by producing scientific evidence that can strengthen real-world decision-making. At the […]
Association to Support the Development of Peasant Societies (ASDSP)
The Association to Support the Development of Peasant Societies (ASDSP) was founded in 1988 with the mission of promoting smart and sustainable agricultural practices among rural farmers. Its focus is on encouraging local innovation, improving productivity, and supporting bio-composting using locally available resources. After a period of suspension due to limited market access, ASDSP was […]
Lao Sesame Oil
Lao Sesame Oil is produced from locally grown sesame seeds using a cold-pressing method and contains no chemical preservatives or added colors. Viengsavath Vilaythong, who is passionate about health, has observed a growing trend among Lao consumers toward healthier food choices. However, options for nutritious products, particularly oils, are limited. While olive oil is widely […]
Dr. Somphouthone Phimmachak
A researcher on the diversity and conservation of in Laos, Dr Somphouthone was already interested in farming as a child. This led her to study agriculture at the National University of Laos (NUoL), but she soon found out that she was more attracted by animals than plants. Thus, she graduated in 2002 with a specialization […]
Prof. Soulivanh Lanorsavanh
Associate Professor Soulivanh Lanorsavanh is a lecturer and the Deputy Head of the Department of Biology at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, National University of Laos (NUoL). He has dedicated his academic career to the study of plant morphology and the vascular flora of Lao PDR. His work is driven by a deep passion for […]
Dr. Khamla Inkhavilay
Dr. Khamla Inkhavilay is the Deputy Director of the Office of Scientific Research and Academic Services and the Director of the Center of Excellence in Biodiversity at the National University of Laos (NoUL). The Center of Excellence conducts research, teaching, and training on Biodiversity and Conservation. The Research and Academic Service Office also plays an […]
Prof. Vichit Lamxay
In 2016 and 2020, Professor Vichit Lamxay was rewarded for his outstanding research by the Faculty of Natural Science of the National University of Laos. He has become a model for many in the field of botany and biodiversity. Professor Vichit Lamxay is a renowned researcher in biodiversity, recognized for his contributions to agroforestry, ecosystem […]
Dr. Phetlasy Souladeth
Dr. Phetlasy Souladeth, Assistant Professor and Head of the Scientific Research and Academic Services Division at the Faculty of Forestry, National University of Laos (NUoL), has dedicated her career to enhancing agrobiodiversity through her research on plant species. Her journey began with receiving the Darwin Scholarship, for which she trained after graduating with her bachelor’s […]
