Overview
Background
Esinam is currently working on a multidisciplinary project (led by Prof. David Jordan) aimed at dissecting the genetics and physiology of lodging in sorghum. Her focus is on developing genomic prediction models and strategies to select for lodging without compromising on other important production traits.
Esinam is a strong research professional with a demonstrated history of working on quantitative and statistical genomic analyses of large datasets. She holds a joint PhD from Wageningen University and Research, the Netherlands and the Swedish University of Life Sciences, and double-degree MSc from Norwegian University of Life Sciences and the University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences, Austria.
Availability
- Dr Esinam Nancy Amuzu-Aweh is:
- Available for supervision
Qualifications
- Masters (Coursework) of Animal Breeding, Universität fur Bodenkultur Wien
Research impacts
Before joining UQ, Esinam worked on a large USAID Feed the Future- Genomics to Improve Poultry (GIP) project. The aim of the project was to develop robust and high-yielding local chickens in Ghana and Tanzania through genomic selection for Newcastle disease resistance/resilience, fast growth and high egg production. The project developed a genomic selection platform that can be used to improve local chicken breeds and improve profitability for small-holder farmers in Ghana and Tanzania.
Works
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2009
Journal Article
Screening of some Ghanaian medicinal plants for phenolic compounds and radical scavenging activities
Isaac, Asante Kojo, Nancy, Amuzu, Augustine, Donkor and Kofi, Annan (2009). Screening of some Ghanaian medicinal plants for phenolic compounds and radical scavenging activities. Pharmacognosy Journal, 1 (3), 201-206.
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Esinam Nancy Amuzu-Aweh is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Genomic prediction of lodging in sorghum
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mark Cooper, Professor Emma Mace, Professor David Jordan, Dr Colleen Hunt
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