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Vegetative DHA Production for Sub-Saharan Africa

James Petrie of CSIRO in Australia will provide proof of concept that a readily available leafy green vegetable in Africa can be engineered to produce long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Such locally grown greens could be used in diets to improve infant cognitive development.

More information about Explore Nutrition for Healthy Growth of Infants and Children (Round 7)