Education
Dr. Fokam Tagne holds a robust academic background in animal biology and physiology. He earned his Ph.D. in Animal Physiology from the University of Yaoundé I in 2016 with Très Honorable distinction. His doctoral research focused on the effects of Oxalis barrelieri and Euphorbia scordifolia on different types of experimentally induced diarrhea in rats. Prior to that, he completed a DEA (Diplôme d’Études Approfondies) and Master’s in Animal Physiology from the same university in 2006 and 2003, respectively. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Licence in Animal Biology in 2002, and earlier academic achievements include a Baccalauréat D in 1998. His education has provided him with a deep grounding in biological sciences, complemented by training in pharmacology, microbiology, and gastrointestinal physiology. This strong academic foundation underpins his current research and teaching activities in natural product pharmacology, infectious disease physiology, and biomedical sciences.
Professional Experience
Dr. Fokam Tagne has accumulated over a decade of academic and professional experience in higher education and biomedical research. He began his academic career in 2011 as an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Ngaoundéré, steadily rising to become a Chargé de Cours in 2016 and then Maître de Conférences (Associate Professor) in 2021. He currently teaches various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in physiology, microbiology, molecular pharmacology, and phytomedicine. In addition to his teaching duties, he has served in several leadership roles, including Vice-President of Examination Jury, Interim Head of Department, and member of scientific and academic evaluation commissions. He has also taught part-time at other institutions such as the Ecole Normale Supérieure de Bertoua and ISSTMADD Ngaoundéré. These roles have allowed him to influence curriculum development, student evaluation, and departmental governance, making him a respected academic leader in Cameroon’s scientific education landscape.
Research Interest
Dr. Fokam Tagne’s research interests are centered on the physiopathology of infectious and gastrointestinal diseases, with a particular focus on the anti-inflammatory, antidiarrheal, and antidiabetic activities of natural plant extracts. His work contributes to the validation of traditional African medicinal knowledge through rigorous pharmacological and toxicological assessments in preclinical models. Over the years, he has investigated a wide range of bioactive plants, including Moringa oleifera, Bixa orellana, Waltheria indica, and Terminalia macroptera, exploring their therapeutic potential against ulcerative colitis, infectious diarrhea, diabetes, and liver disease. He has also contributed to studies on the phenotypic resistance of pathogens and the antioxidative properties of plant-derived compounds. By combining laboratory-based pharmacological studies with disease modeling in animals, his research bridges the gap between ethnobotanical tradition and modern medical science, ultimately aiming to develop safe, effective, and affordable treatments for high-burden diseases affecting low-resource populations.
Research Skills
Dr. Fokam Tagne possesses a broad and advanced skillset in biomedical and physiological research. His expertise includes experimental pharmacology, animal modeling of gastrointestinal diseases, toxicity testing, and phytochemical screening. He is proficient in in vivo and in vitro experimentation, including inducing pathological conditions like diarrhea, colitis, hepatitis, and diabetes in laboratory animals to test therapeutic efficacy. He is skilled in analyzing hematological, oxidative stress, and inflammatory biomarkers, as well as conducting histological and microbiological assessments. Additionally, he has experience in project supervision, having guided over 20 master’s and diploma-level research theses. His scientific writing and publishing capabilities are evidenced by a strong record of peer-reviewed publications. Moreover, he demonstrates collaborative competence, having co-authored papers with colleagues from multiple institutions and countries. His analytical mindset, methodological rigor, and interdisciplinary integration make him a well-rounded and impactful researcher in the fields of phytotherapy and experimental pathophysiology.
Awards and Honors
While specific award titles are not explicitly mentioned in his CV, Dr. Fokam Tagne’s academic career reflects a series of honors and recognitions through promotions and appointments. He earned his Ph.D. with the highest academic distinction (Très Honorable), was promoted to Associate Professor (Maître de Conférences) in 2021, and has been entrusted with important institutional responsibilities such as serving on the Scientific Specialized Commissions (CSS) of the Consultative Committee for University Institutions in Cameroon. His steady academic advancement, leadership roles, and inclusion in national academic governance structures indicate peer recognition of his scholarly excellence. Furthermore, his h-index of 12 and Research Interest Score of 196.5 signify scientific influence and respect in his research community. His work is published in high-quality international journals, and the mentorship of over 20 postgraduate students is a further testament to his standing as an academic role model and knowledge disseminator.
Conclusion
Dr. Fokam Tagne Michel Archange is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award, particularly within regional, biomedical, or phytopharmacological contexts. His strong publication record, scientific focus on high-burden diseases, and role in training the next generation of researchers make him a deserving candidate. While global visibility and leadership in multi-national or translational research initiatives can still be further developed, his overall profile reflects a committed, impactful, and productive researcher contributing meaningfully to scientific knowledge and public health.
Publications Top Noted
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2025 – Antihyperglycemic and Antioxidative Stress Effects of Erythrophleum africanum…
➤ Journal: Food Science & Nutrition
➤ DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.70290
➤ Co-authors: Mathieu Sini, Faustin Dongmo, Clemence Mvongo, etc.
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2025 – Effects of aqueous extract of Waltheria indica on acetic acid-induced colitis
➤ Journal: Inflammopharmacology
➤ DOI: 10.1007/s10787-025-01651-y
➤ Co-authors: Paul Aimé Noubissi, Angèle Foyet Fondjo, et al.
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2025 – Kalanchoe crenata decoction improves insulin resistance in diabetic obese rats
➤ Journal: Journal of Holistic Integrative Pharmacy
➤ DOI: 10.1016/j.jhip.2025.02.006
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2024 – Protective effects of Moringa oleifera against acetic acid-induced colitis
➤ Journal: Pharmacological Research – Natural Products
➤ DOI: 10.1016/j.prenap.2024.100038
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2024 – Mimosa pudica leaf extract attenuates ulcerative colitis in rats
➤ Journal: Phytomedicine Plus
➤ DOI: 10.1016/j.phyplu.2024.100559
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2023 – Bioactive Compounds in Moringa oleifera: Mechanisms of Action
➤ Journal: Plants
➤ DOI: 10.3390/plants13010020
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2023 – Early-induced diabetic obese rat MACAPOS 2
➤ Journal: BMC Endocrine Disorders
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2022 – Evaluation of Anticolitis and Antioxidant Properties of Bixa orellana
➤ Journal: Current Therapeutic Research
➤ DOI: 10.1016/j.curtheres.2022.100685
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2022 – Anxiolytic and anti-colitis effects of Moringa oleifera
➤ Journal: Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy
➤ DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2022.113652
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2022 – Effects of aqueous extract of Anogeissus leiocarpus on colitis
➤ Journal: Advances in Traditional Medicine
➤ DOI: 10.1007/s13596-021-00572-9
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2021 – Effects of Maesa lanceolata extract on ulcerative colitis in rats
➤ Journal: Inflammopharmacology
➤ DOI: 10.1007/s10787-021-00825-8
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2020 – Effects of Cameroonian propolis on castor oil-induced diarrhea
➤ Journal: World Journal of Advances Research and Reviews
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2020 – Anti-Inflammatory and Analgesic Effect of Arachic Acid Ethyl Ester
➤ Journal: BioMed Research International
➤ DOI: 10.1155/2020/8797284
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2019 – Effect of Bixa orellana on diarrhea in mice
➤ Journal: Gastroenterology Research and Practice
➤ DOI: 10.1155/2019/6963548
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2019 – Anti-Shigellosis activity of Cola anomala extract
➤ Journal: BioMed Research International
➤ DOI: 10.1155/2019/6706230
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2019 – Antioxidant activity of Dichrocephala integrifolia
➤ Journal: Journal of Integrative Medicine
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2019 – Antidiarrheal activity of Anogeissus leiocarpus aqueous extract
➤ Journal: American Journal of Biomedical Science & Research
➤ DOI: 10.34297/ajbsr.2019.03.000629
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2019 – Effects of Crinum jagus on Shigella flexneri diarrhea
➤ Journal: Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
➤ DOI: 10.1155/2019/9537603
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2018 – Antibacterial activities of medicinal plants in Cameroon
➤ Journal: European Journal of Medicinal Plants
➤ DOI: 10.9734/EJMP/2018/39780
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2017 – Effects of Oxalis barrelieri on Shigella-induced diarrhea
➤ Journal: Health Science Reports
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2017 – Toxicity studies of Euphorbia scordifolia
➤ Journal: International Journal of Pharmacology, Phytochemistry and Ethnomedicine
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2016 – Antidiarrheal and cytotoxic activities of Crinum jagus
➤ Journal: Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology Advances
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2016 – Spasmolytic activity of Crinum jagus extract
➤ Journal: International Journal of Pharmacology, Phytochemistry and Ethnomedicine
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2015 – Oxalis barrelieri extract on intestinal transit and diarrhea
➤ Journal: Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science
➤ DOI: 10.7324/JAPS.2015.50111
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2015 – Diuretic effect of Zanthoxylum heitzii extract in rats
➤ Journal: Journal of Integrative Medicine
➤ DOI: 10.1016/S2095-4964(15)60188-1
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2015 – Euphorbia scordifolia extract against Shigella dysenteriae
➤ Journal: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research
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2008 – Antihyperglycaemic potential of Kalanchoe crenata extract
➤ Journal: Journal of Natural Medicines
➤ DOI: 10.1007/s11418-007-0179-y
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2007 – Euphorbia prostrata extract on Shigella dysenteriae
➤ Journal: Indian Journal of Pharmacology
➤ DOI: 10.4103/0253-7613.37275