Marie Lys IRAKOZE is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Biotechnology at INES-Ruhengeri. She holds a Master’s degree in Food Science and Technology from Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT), Kenya, where she graduated with distinction. She is currently enrolled in a PhD Programme in Civil and Environmental Engineering, International Cooperation and Mathematics (Health Track) at the University of Brescia, Italy.

Her research focuses on the fermentation of African indigenous vegetables to enhance their nutritional value, safety, and shelf life. She has published several peer-reviewed articles, contributing significantly to the field of food biotechnology.

Her vision includes promoting indigenous crops, reducing food loss and waste, and improving food safety standards. She actively participates in regional and international forums, sharing knowledge and collaborating on initiatives that promote sustainable agriculture and food system resilience.