# Stop producing research that ends up on shelves – Prof Dittoh challenges Ghanaian academics - MyJoyOnline

> An Associate Professor in the Department of Food Security and Climate Change at the University for Development Studies (UDS), Prof. Saa Dittoh, has issued a strong challenge to Ghanaian academics and policymakers to end the cycle of shelf-bound, donor-driven studies and prioritize research that translates directly into actionable national transformation.

- Published: 2026-09-24T10:00:43.531Z
- Updated: 2026-09-24T10:00:43.531Z
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- Topics: Politics
- Involves: Prof. Emmanuel Kanchebe Derbile, Prof. Frederick Dayour, Prof. Osumanu Issaka Kanton, Prof. Saa Dittoh, Shaiku Mumuni Damma, University for Development Studies (UDS), University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS), Upper West Regional Coordinating Council (UWRCC)

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