Recherche scientifique : Le Dr Sokhna Ndao Diao sacrée Prix des Meilleures Thèses 2026 par l'ANSTS
Senegalese scientific research has a new figure of excellence to be honored. Dr. Sokhna Ndao, wife of Diao, a lecturer-researcher at the Faculty of Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontology (FMPO) of Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD) in Dakar, has been distinguished by receiving the prestigious 2026 Best Theses Prize. This national distinction, awarded by the National Academy of Sciences and Techniques of Senegal (ANSTS), recognizes the most remarkable doctoral theses presented in the country's universities, while highlighting the crucial contribution of women to scientific progress.
Dr. Sokhna Ndao Diao's work addresses a central public health issue: the actual composition of the Senegalese diet and its direct impact on the body. Using rigorous chemical analyses of everyday food, the researcher has precisely assessed the nutritional value of local dishes. Her study establishes a meticulous balance between beneficial nutrients, such as essential vitamins and minerals, and the potential risks stemming from the presence of contaminants or dietary imbalances.
Far from being limited to a simple clinical observation, this research offers concrete recommendations tailored to local socio-economic realities. The objective is to guide the population towards better nutritional habits in a sustainable way in order to curb the progression of diet-related diseases. In an epidemiological context marked by the steady increase in cases of diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and various deficiencies in Senegal, this work provides fundamental scientific insight.
This wealth of factual and contextualized data now provides a valuable framework for healthcare professionals, families, and policymakers to formulate effective national prevention strategies. By awarding Dr. Sokhna Ndao Diao, the ANSTS once again celebrates the vitality of Senegalese higher education and the leading role of women researchers in developing useful science directly connected to the nation's needs.
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