Ms. Tètchodiwèï Julie-Billard Yonouwinhi | Hydrological Modeling | Best Researcher Award
PhD-Student | University of Abomey Calavi | Benin
Yonouwinhi Tètchodiwèï Julie-Billard is a committed researcher and PhD candidate in Hydrology and Integrated Water Resources Management, affiliated with the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin and the University for Development Studies in Ghana. Based in Abomey-Calavi, Benin, she has developed substantial experience in water resources management, hydrosedimentary modeling, and field data collection. Her work integrates both scientific research and practical field applications. With strong computing and geoscience skills, she actively contributes to regional and international discussions on water sustainability. Her research reflects a strong commitment to advancing hydrological knowledge and environmental stewardship in West Africa. Julie-Billard has pursued a rigorous academic path in natural sciences and hydrology. She is currently a PhD candidate in Hydrology and Integrated Water Resources Management under a joint program between the University of Abomey-Calavi and the University for Development Studies, Ghana. She holds a Professional Master’s in Hydrology with a specialization in Geohydrology (2019), and two Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Natural Sciences and Geosciences, all from the University of Abomey-Calavi. Her foundational education includes a science baccalaureate obtained from CEG5, Parakou, in 2011, demonstrating early academic excellence in the sciences Julie-Billard’s professional experience spans research, consulting, and training in hydrology and water resources. She has participated in international workshops and trainings, including data management and high-performance computing in France and Benin. Her roles include field data collection, borehole supervision, hydrogeological database updating, and environmental consulting. She also served as an enumerator for statistical and environmental projects. Her internships and training with organizations such as IGRAC, ESSOR, and SOBEH have enhanced her practical and technical skills in hydrological modeling and geoscience applications, reinforcing her capacity for interdisciplinary environmental research and development projects.
Featured Publications:
Modelling of water level fluctuations and sediment fluxes in Nokoué Lake (Southern Benin). (2025).
Assessment of the recent hydromorphological features of Nokoué Lake and its channels (South-East Benin).