Festo Nicas Lasway is a scientist at the ATRC Analytical Chemistrylaboratory in Kisongo,Tanzania.He contributes to developing and optimizing vector and pest control technologies, including Long-lasting Insecticidal Nets, Indoor Residual Sprays, spatial insect repellents, and hermetic bags.For several years, he’sled the technical team in implementing analytical methods for profiling the chemical and physical characteristics of active ingredients and products in development and maintaining our ISO 9001:2015 standards. Festois a member of several internal and external Health and safety committees.He is currently winding up his research thesis looking at Aflatoxin contamination in maize and groundnuts products retailed in Arusha, Tanzania.