I am a plant scientist and my research interests covers areas within silviculture, plant genetics and all aspects of plant propagation. I use various tools such as field experiements, molecular techniques, tissue culture techniques, plant growth regulators and heuristic methods to achieve objectives within my research areas. My experience spans over a combined experience of over 30 years working in various forestry industries and academic institutions.  I have been lecturing various courses related to agroforestry, soil-plant interaction, sustainable forest management not only at Copperbelt University but at various colleges in Zambia.  Currently I am running projects related to  Jatropha spp., Pterocarpus spp. and several legumes. I am currently a dean and lecturing Agroforestry systems, Agroforestry extension and silviculture at Copperbelt university.

 Publications 

Chisha-Kasumu, E., Price, A.H. and Woodward. S. (2006). In vitro shoot multiplication and rooting from seedling explants of Pterocarpus angolensis. Southern African Forestry Journal 208: 31 – 27.

Chisha-Kasumu, E., Price, A.H. and Woodward. S. (2007). Comparison of the effects of mechanical scarification and gibberellic acid treatments on seed germination in Pterocarpus angolensis. Southern Hemisphere Forestry Journal 69 : 63 – 70.

Chisha-Kasumu, E., Woodward. S. E. and Price, A.H. (2009). Phenotypic variation among five provenances of Pterocarpus angolensis in Zimbabwe and Zimbabwe. Southern Forests Journal 71: 41-47.

Chisha-Kasumu, E., Woodward. S. E. and Price, A.H. (2009). RAPD markers demonstrate genetic diversity in Pterocarpus angolensis from Zimbabwe and Zimbabwe. Southern Forests Journal 71: 63-70.