Layla Zakaria Abdel Rahman

Layla Zakaria Abdel Rahman (Arabic: ليلى زكريا عبدالرحمن; died 2015) was a Sudanese scientist in the field of biotechnology. Quotes "Layla's work is too sweet" (2004) "Layla's work is too sweet", Manchester Evening News (August 10, 2004) My grandmother always encouraged me in my studies, and I think she would be proud of what I have been able to achieve. I think that what I have done will reduce the price of sugar worldwide and, particularly, help poor sugar-producing countries," I am working on patents for other crops which are difficult to grow from seed, such as yam and banana. I believe my technique could have applications for cancer treatment, and could be very helpful. External links Category:2015 deaths Category:Living people Category:Women academics from Sudan Category:Women scientists from Sudan