Micronutrient deficiencies, particularly in zinc and iron, present significant public health challenges due to their crucial roles in reproductive health. My doctoral research aims to determine whether mangrove oysters provide adequate micronutrients to address these local deficiencies, especially among women in coastal communities. Oysters are vital for food and nutrition security for over 4,000 people, primarily women, in Ghanaian estuarine sites. However, securing sufficient funding for my doctoral training programme remains a challenge. The AfiRi grant would be instrumental in covering the remaining costs associated with test trips and the production of my thesis report.
