Segenet Kelemu
Segenet Kelemu is an Ethiopian scientist, noted for her research as a molecular plant pathologist, and outstanding scientific leadership. For close to three decades, Segenet and her team's research has contributed to addressing agricultural constraints in Africa, Asia, Latin America and North America.
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[edit]- It is a great honour for me to return to K-State, an institution where I benefited from, and learnt the value of partnerships in science.
- I witnessed the daily struggle of communities trying to eke a living from their land while fighting a losing battle with pests and other factors.
- I feel extremely fortunate to be recognised by many organisations from different parts of the world.
- I am always aware that my personal efforts have been backed by immense support by researchers, graduate students, other staff, partners, my family, and global partners.
- It is a great privilege to receive an award that combines two of my passions: science and agriculture.
- Much of my scientific career has focussed on using molecular tools to address agricultural constraints.
- I have been continually inspired by the possibility of changing the lives of farmers, moving from a vicious cycle of struggle to a virtuous one of prosperity.
- While icipe generates high quality, world class knowledge, the Centre’s most authentic strength is the success in transforming livelihoods of numerous endusers including farmers.
- Ask Africa—Can Agribiotech Make the Difference.
- They are there everywhere, small and big.
- I consider myself very blessed and fortunate.
- I'm hyper, It's difficult for me to sit and relax.
- I read a lot of biographies.
- Life is always a lesson Every day, I learn from everybody.
