| DrLayla Zakaria Abdel Rahman | |
|---|---|
| ليلى زكريا عبدالرحمن | |
| Died | 2015 |
| Nationality | Sudan |
| 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. Rahman's work in her research laboratory revolutionized sugar cane cultivation with a cheaper and more effective growing method. 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. Her method created global impact in improving efficiency and affordability in developing countries.
She died in 2015, aged 59.
References
- ^ Britton, Paul (2015-02-03). "Tributes paid to world-renowned Manchester scientist and researcher who revolutionised sugar industry". Manchester Evening News. Retrieved 2023-12-06.
- "Layla's work is too sweet". Manchester Evening News. 2004-08-10. Retrieved 2023-12-06.
- "11 Sudanese Scientists You Should Know About". Retrieved February 16, 2024.
- "وفاة المخترعة السودانية ليلى زكريا – النيلين" (in Arabic). 2015-02-01. Retrieved 2023-12-30.
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