30 September 2020

Biotechnology for food security in Africa

A presentation from Dr TJ Higgins, recorded during the ACT Division AGM on Wednesday 30 September 2020.

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This presentation was recording during the ACT Division AGM Wednesday 30 September 2020.

Presented by Professor TJ Higgins 

His major research focus is the application of gene technology for plant improvement. He is particularly interested in protecting food legumes from insect pests and enhancing the nutritional quality of plant products for feed and food uses. Most of his current work is aimed at increasing food security in Africa and South Asia.

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