Research Highlight: Jennifer Conrad (MCB)
With the human population exponentially increasing, there is a major concern regarding how to feed everyone. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), over half of the world’s population consumes rice as their primary staple. Regions such as Asia, South America, and Sub-Saharan Africa are the leading consumers. Although rice is popular, the production costs are extensive and the yields are not enough for growing populations. Jennifer Conrad, a 6th year Ph.D. candidate in the lab of Dr.
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