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Ihuoma Okwuonu
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7 months ago
Genetic improvement of root and tuber crops using biotechnology
About
My research is centered on the use of modern biotechnology tools for the genetic improvement of root and tuber crops and for the establishment of sustainable seed system in Nigeria. I have extensively worked on the genetic transformation and genome editing of cassava. I also work on seed production
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Ihuoma Okwuonu
Work experience
Principal Investigator
2008 - Present
Postdoctoral Scientist
2009 - 2017
Top industry applications
Agricultural biotechnologyCrop yield optimizationPlant breeding and genetics
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BiotechnologyCell BiologyGenomicsMolecular BiologyPlant Biology
Last updated Mar 2026
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