Layla Zakaria Abdel Rahman
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Died2015
OccupationBiological Technology
Dr Layla Zakaria Abdel Rahman | |
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ليلى زكريا عبدالرحمن | |
| Died | 2015 |
| Education | University of Khartoum University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology |
| Occupation | Biological Technology |
Layla Zakaria Abdel Rahman (Arabic: ليلى زكريا عبدالرحمن; died 2015) was a Sudanese scientist in the field of biotechnology.
She graduated from the University of Khartoum and earned her master's and PhD degrees from UMIST.[1] Rahman's work in her research laboratory revolutionized sugar cane cultivation with a cheaper and more effective growing method.[2] By taking cells from the plant's roots, shoots, or leaves, and growing them in a liquid culture, her work enabled the creation of artificial seeds that can be germinated.[3] Her method created global impact in improving efficiency and affordability in developing countries.
