Ayalew Osena
Principal Investigator
University of North Carolina, Greensboro
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Plant Biology, Crop Genomics, Breeding, Biotechnology, Agroecosystem Health
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Dr. Ayalew Osena, UNC Greensboro plant biologist in crop genomics and biotechnology; holds an issued Miscanthus propagation patent and $600K+ in funding; advancing gene editing to improve yield and quality, and assessing reclaimed-water/microplastics risks.
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University of North Carolina, Greensboro
Crispr-cas9 editing of TAD1 gene to improve yield and lodging tolerance in tef (eragrostis tef)
Research initiative using CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing to mutate the Tillering and Dwarfing1 (TAD1) gene in tef, an orphan crop with low yields. Based on validated rice research showing TAD1 mutation produces semidwarf plant...
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University of North Carolina, Greensboro
Genetic transformation method for tef and other recalcitrant orphan crops using GRF-GIF technology
A plant biotechnology platform that uses simultaneous expression of GROWTH-REGULATING FACTORs (GRFs) and GRF-INTERACTING FACTORs (GIFs) to overcome regeneration barriers in tef and other neglected crops such as millets. ...
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University of North Carolina, Greensboro
Iron-bioavailable tef grain varieties for combating iron deficiency anemia
Research on tef (Eragrostis tef), a nutrient-dense grain with superior iron bioavailability compared to wheat, maize, and rice. Studies demonstrate significant natural variation in mineral content and iron uptake across ...
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Ayalew Osena
Principal Investigator
University of North Carolina, GreensboroWork experience
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Agricultural biotechnologyPlant breeding and genetics
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Plant BiologyPlant PathologyPlant Physiology
Last updated Jan 2026
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