Mary-Dell Chilton
Chemist and pioneer of plant biotechnology
Born
February 2nd, 1939
86 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributions to plant biotechnology include the development of techniques for genetic engineering of plants. Played a significant role in the advent of recombinant DNA technology in plants. Co-founded a notable biotechnology company that further advanced agricultural science. Received many awards for groundbreaking work that established new methodologies in the field.
Developed genetic engineering techniques for plants
Co-founded Syngenta, a major biotechnology company
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