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Rwanda Biotech Capacity Building (BioCap) Project Launch
Rwanda, through RAB and in partnership with the International Potato Center (CIP) and global research institutions, has launched a new program to build national capacity in modern crop biotechnology. The initiative will establish a Center of Excellence for Crop Biotechnology at RAB Rubona, equipping Rwandan scientists with advanced skills in genetic transformation, genome editing, molecular diagnostics, and biosafety.
This program strengthens Rwanda’s ability to develop and regulate enhanced potato and cassava varieties tailored to national needs, supporting food security and climate resilience.
Simon Heck
Director General
International Potato Center
Hugo Campos
Deputy Director General for Science and Innovation
International Potato Center
Joyce Maru
Regional Director for Africa
International Potato Center
Konlambigue Matieyedou
Senior Agribusiness Specialist
IITA
Nigel Taylor
Associate Member
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Eric Magembe
Biotechnologist
International Potato Center
Pacifique Nshimiyimana
Alliance for Science Rwanda
Bester Mudereri
Ag. Country Manager
International Potato Center – Rwanda
Karim Marida
Professor and Assistant Dean and Director of International Programs
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Welcome Note
RAB Leadership
Remarks – IITA
Dr. Konlambigue Matieyedou
Remarks – DDPSC
Dr. Nigel Taylor
Remarks – MSU
Dr. Karim
Remarks – AfSvRwanda
Pacifique Nshimiyimana
Remarks – CIP
Dr. Joyce Maru, Director for Africa
Remarks – CIP DG
Dr. Simon Heck
Overview of the BioCap Project
CIP/RAB
Pannel Discusion
Pacifique AfS
Remarks – RAB
DG RAB