Prof. Hirt takes over as new director of KAUST's Center for Desert Agriculture
KAUST · · Notable
Summary
Professor Heribert Hirt has been appointed as the new Director of KAUST's Center for Desert Agriculture, succeeding Dr. Nina Fedoroff. Professor Mark Tester will assume the role of Associate Director, concentrating on desert agriculture and translational research. Dr. Salim Al-Babili will chair the newly established Plant Sciences program focusing on arid environments. Why it matters: These leadership changes signal KAUST's continued investment in agricultural research and development tailored to challenging desert conditions.
Keywords
KAUST · Desert Agriculture · Heribert Hirt · Mark Tester · Salim Al-Babili
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