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Rudolph Fredua-Agyeman is an Assistant Professor at the University of Alberta, specializing in Brassica Pulse Genetics. With a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and an MSc in Biotechnology from the Technical University of Hamburg-Harburg, Rudolph has extensive experience in agricultural sciences. His research focuses on the Brassica Pulse Genetics Program, aiming to enhance crop production and agricultural sustainability through cellular, genetic, and molecular perspectives. Core objectives include identifying hosts with great genetic and agronomic potential, screening global germplasm collections of Brassica pulse crops, and applying techniques such as tissue culture for gene transfer related to disease resistance and stress tolerance. Furthermore, Rudolph employs new molecular technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 to improve canola and pulse crop production. He is dedicated to developing high-throughput markers for genetic mapping of complex traits, culminating in improved yield and resilience against biotic and abiotic stresses. He is currently looking for research assistants and welcomes undergraduate students for project supervision, emphasizing the relevance of food security and sustainability in his work.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, Canada
Conducted research on agricultural sustainability and crop production.
Government of Alberta, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry • Edmonton, Canada
Developed and implemented research strategies to enhance crop traits.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, Canada
Assisted in various research projects related to crop genetics.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management