Professor Pius Mbu Oben is a seasoned researcher and former Director of Academic Affairs at the University of Buea, Cameroon, with a prolific record and extensive body of work exceeding 70 scholarly publications.

His work spans a wide range of subjects including fish nutrition, hybridization of African catfish, larval development of freshwater prawns, and the use of alternative protein sources in aquafeeds. He has also contributed significantly to research on integrated aquaculture systems, particularly fish-rice-poultry combinations, water quality management, environmental toxicology, disease risk associated with aquatic environments, and the socio-economic dimensions of aquaculture development. His studies often blend laboratory analysis with real-world applications, offering solutions to improve food security, reduce production costs, and promote sustainable aquaculture across African communities.