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Segenet Kelemu"I have been continually inspired by the possibility of changing the lives of farmers, moving from a vicious cycle of struggle to a virtuous one of prosperity."
Segenet Kelemu is an Ethiopian scientist, noted for her research as a molecular plant pathologist and her outstanding scientific leadership. For close to three decades, Segenet and her team's research has contributed to addressing agricultural constraints in Africa, Asia, Latin America and North America.
"Im hyper, Its difficult for me to sit and relax."
"Life is always a lesson Every day, I learn from everybody."
"It is a great honour for me to return to K-State, an institution where I benefited from, and learnt the value of partnerships in science."
"I witnessed the daily struggle of communities trying to eke a living from their land while fighting a losing battle with pests and other factors."
"I am always aware that my personal efforts have been backed by immense support by researchers, graduate students, other staff, partners, my family, and global partners."
"They are there everywhere, small and big."