About

I am a Plant Scientist/Ecologist, with proficiency in the use of Remote Sensing and GIS application tools for exploring, studying and analyzing plant species diversity, ecosystem functions, and the impacts of habitat loss and fragmentation, etc., to deliver outstanding research results. My teaching and research work involve measurements and analysis of plant community pattern and soil profile properties, and mapping of vegetation and land use dynamics.  I have been engaged in several high-impact projects and successfully contributed to such key projects. These extensive engagements provide experience in biodiversity, climate change and sustainability studies critical for understanding and addressing the complex challenges posed to our environment. Some of my notable achievements include investigations into how different plant species and communities contribute to carbon sequestration thereby responding to climate change adaptation and mitigation, vegetation fire behaviour modelling, restoration of degraded habitats, etc., all of which showcase my commitment to excellence and innovation. I am passionate about seeking further opportunities to collaborate and drive growth of students of the Department of Plant and Environmental Biology.

Education

BSc., MPhil., Ph.D. (Ghana)

Research Interest

• Agroecology 
• Fire Ecology
• Carbon Sequestration 
• Watershed Management

Publications

1. Vordzogbe, V., Sunish, M. and Amponsah, H. (2021). Urban Tree Species Diversity and Related Carbon Contribution: A Case Study of the Legon Botanical Garden (LBG), University of Ghana Main Campus. Indian Journal of Ecology 48(1): 243-251pp.
2. Vordzogbe V. V., Dave M. and Klukpui, L. E. (2021). Ecological Studies along Highway Corridors: A Case Study of the Vegetation Pattern and Related Carbon Emission Reduction Potential along the Accra Tema Motorway, Ghana. Ecology, Environment and Conservation. Vol. 27, Issue 3, 1031-1042pp.
3. Vordzogbe, V. V., Dave, M. and Kissiedu M. (2018). Contribution of selected avenue tree species to biomass and carbon storage on the University of Ghana Legon main campus. Scholars Academic Journal of Biosciences (SAJB) 6(11) in; ISSN 2321-6883(Online) & ISSN 2347-9515 (Print).
4. Vordzogbe, V. V., Kufogbe, S.K. and Dave, M. (2015). Woodlot agroforestry in the Lower Volta Basin, Ghana: Contribution of tree species admixture to aboveground carbon. West African Journal of Applied Ecology (WAJAE), Vol. 23. 49-62pp.
5. Dave, M. and Vordzogbe, V. V. (2015). Herbicidal effect of Azadirachta indica A. Juss. on Phaseolus vulgaris L. and its associated weed Trianthema portulacastrum L. Journal of the Ghana Science Association (JGSA), Vol. 16: 1, 2015. 75-82pp.
6. Vordzogbe, V. V., Dave, M. and Owusu, P. (2012). Assessing the spatial and underlying pattern of Vegetation: The case of the Teaching Garden of the University of Ghana. Ghana Journal of Science 53: 67-80pp.
7. V. V. Vordzogbe (2011). Mapping of the Kabo River Forest Reserve in Ghana towards Community-Based Fire Management.  West African Journal of Applied Ecology, Vol. 19, 2011. 119-138pp.
8. Feitag, Heiko; Ferguson, Paul R.; Dubois, Kristal; Hayford, Ebenezer Kofi; von Vordzogbe, Vincent; Veizer, Ján. (2008). Water and carbon fluxes from savanna ecosystems of the Volta River watershed, West Africa. Global Planet Change, 61: 1-2, 3-14pp.
9. V. V. Vordzogbe, D. K. Attuquayefio and F. Gbogbo (2005). The flora and mammals of the moist semi-deciduous forest zone in the Sefwi-Wiawso District of the Western Region, Ghana. West African Journal of Applied Ecology, Vol. 8, 2005. 49-64pp.
10. Ayivor J. S. and Vordzogbe V. V. (2013) ''The Volta Lake System in Ghana: An Overview of Physical Attributes, Resource Management and Environmental Challenges''. University of Ghana Reader: Social Science Series Vol. 2 Part III. 193-209pp.
11. Cheikh Mbow, David Skole, Moussa Dieng, Christopher Justice, Dominick Kwesha, Landing Mane, Mohamed El Gamri, Vincent Von Vordzogbe, Hassan Virji (2012). Challenges and Prospects for REDD+ in Africa: Desk Review of REDD+ implementation in Africa. Global Land Project (GLP) Report No. 5. 70p. GLP-IPO, Copenhagen.
12. Ofori, B.D, Addo, S., Vordzogbe V.V. and Amoah, C.M. (2008). Overview of the lagoon land crab, Cardiosoma armatum (Herklots, 1851) fishery in the Volta delta of Ghana. 65-75pp. In New developments on health, agricultural resources and socio-economic activities in the Volta Basin. Edited by E.O. Owusu, C.M. Amoah and S.G.K. Adiku (2008). VBRP Project Univ. of Ghana Legon Accra-Ghana. ISBN: 9988-0-0237-8
13. Addo, S., Ofori, B.D, Vordzogbe V.V. Amoah, C.M. and Adiku, S.G.K. (2008). Assessment of Culture trials of the lagoon land crab, Cardiosoma armatum (Herklots, 1851) in the Lower Volta Basin. 76-88pp. In New developments on health, agricultural resources and socio-economic activities in the Volta Basin. Edited by E.O. Owusu, C.M. Amoah and S.G.K. Adiku (2008). VBRP Project Univ. of Ghana Legon Accra-Ghana. ISBN: 9988-0-0237-8
14. Enu-Kwesi, L., E.A. Gyasi and V. V. Vordzogbe (2004). Managing the homegarden for food security and as a germplasm bank. Edited by E. A. Gyasi, G. Kranjac-Berisavljevic, E. T. Blay and W. Oduro. United Nations University Press. 53-70, Jingumae 5-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8925, Japan. UNUP-1098. ISBN 92-808-1098-7.
15. Asafo, L., E. Laing, L. Enu-Kwesi and V. V. Vordzogbe (2004). Preliminary observations on effects of traditional farming practices on growth and yield of crops. Edited by E. A. Gyasi, G. Kranjac-Berisavljevic, E. T. Blay and W. Oduro. United Nations University Press. 53-70, Jingumae 5-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8925, Japan. UNUP-1098. ISBN 92-808-1098-7
16. Enu-Kwesi, L., V. V. Vordzogbe, D. Amirou and D. Daouda (2004). Comparative management of the savanna woodland in Ghana and Guinea: A preliminary analysis. Edited by E. A. Gyasi, G. Kranjac-Berisavljevic, E. T. Blay and W. Oduro. United Nations University Press. 53-70, Jingumae 5-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8925, Japan. UNUP-1098. ISBN 92-808-1098-7.
17. Kranjac-Berisavljevic G. and Vordzogbe V. V.  (2008). Biological diversity and biological productivity with special reference to the Upper East. In Gyasi E. A. (Edited Summary) Ghana Climate Change Impacts, Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessments under The Netherlands Climate Assistance Program (NACP). Chapter 4. 149-156pp.  Published by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Box M326. Accra-Ghana. ISBN: 9988-557-52-3.