Kunming Institute of Zoology Chinese Academy of Sciences | China
Dr. Adeniyi Charles Adeola is a leading evolutionary geneticist recognized for his contributions at the intersection of genomics, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity conservation. His research focuses on uncovering the genetic mechanisms that shape disease resilience, livestock adaptation, and the conservation of threatened species, with a strong emphasis on African fauna. He has gained international recognition for decoding the genetic basis of resistance to African Swine Fever Virus and for mapping adaptive signatures in tropical livestock, advancing both global food security and agricultural sustainability. His extensive research portfolio includes influential work in pathogen genomics, evolutionary dynamics of livestock, and conservation genetics of freshwater and terrestrial wildlife. With over a hundred peer-reviewed publications, substantial citation impact, and major competitive grant successes, he has built a reputation as a globally impactful scientist. Dr. Adeola also plays a key role in mentoring emerging researchers and leading multinational collaborative genomics initiatives that strengthen scientific capacity across Africa and Asia. Through his integrative and solution-driven approach, he continues to shape the future of evolutionary genomics, livestock improvement, and ecosystem stewardship.In addition to his scientific contributions, Dr. Adeola actively engages with policy-makers to translate genomic research into practical strategies for sustainable agriculture and conservation. He has fostered partnerships between academic institutions, governmental organizations, and industry stakeholders to promote evidence-based decision-making. His leadership in international consortia has facilitated large-scale data sharing and standardization in genomics research. Dr. Adeola is widely regarded as an innovator in the application of cutting-edge genomic technologies to real-world challenges. His ongoing work promises to further enhance global food security, biodiversity preservation, and the adaptive potential of livestock populations in the face of climate change.
Publications
Bello, S. F., Xu, H., Bolaji, U.-F. O., Aloryi, K. D., Adeola, A. C., Gibril, B. A. A., Popoola, M. A., Zhu, W., Zhang, D., Zhang, X., et al. (2025). Expression profiling and single nucleotide polymorphism of mitogen-activated protein kinase kinase kinase 8 (MAP3K8) in white muscovy ducks (Cairina moschata). Gene, 2025.
Odongo, L. A., Adeola, A. C., Msalya, G. M., Olaniyan, O. F., Njuki, R. N., Mauki, D. H., Ndiema, E. K., Shi, X., Cai, Z.-F., Yin, T.-T., et al. (2025). Integrated mitogenome and Y-chromosome analysis untangles the complex origin of African pigs. iScience, 2025.
Sola-Ojo, F. E., Abubakar, I. A., Bello, S. F., Fatima, I. H., Bisola, S., Olusegun, A. M., Odongo, L. A., Yin, T.-T., Adeola, A. C. (2025). Genetic diversity in pigeon (Columba livia domestica) from three agro-ecological zones in Nigeria. Gene Reports, 2025.
Shi, X., Ma, C., Chen, N., Xu, M.-M., Kambal, S., Cai, Z.-F., Yang, Q., Adeola, A. C., Liu, L.-S., Wang, J., et al. (2025). Selection increases mitonuclear DNA discordance but reconciles incompatibility in African cattle. Molecular Biology and Evolution, 2025.
Tao, L., Liu, H., Adeola, A. C., Xie, H.-B., Feng, S.-T., Zhang, Y.-P. (2025). The effects of runs-of-homozygosity on pig domestication and breeding. BMC Genomics, 2025.