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2024 Top Agri-Food Pioneers List

Walter Suza

USA | Plant Breeding

Walter Suza is an adjunct associate professor at Iowa State University, specializing in plant genetics and crop improvement. His research focuses on developing crops with enhanced resistance to diseases and environmental stresses, contributing to agricultural sustainability. Beyond his scientific work, Suza is deeply committed to education and mentoring, particularly in supporting underrepresented students in the sciences. He is an advocate for diversity and inclusion in STEM fields, working to create equitable opportunities for all. Suza’s contributions extend from the lab to the classroom, where he strives to inspire the next generation of scientists and promote innovation in agriculture.

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