Mohammed Yousif Balla Abdalla
Molecular Plant Breeding
Tottori
Summary
Proficient in conducting laboratory and field experiments while informing new hires on research methods and data collection procedures. Hardworking and driven with superior organizational and analytical skills combined with unparalleled dedication to research excellence. Skilled in conceptualization, design and implementation of field projects. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Postdoctoral Scientist
Tottori University
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained detailed documentation of all experiments conducted, enabling reproducibility of results and fostering transparency in research practices.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops, training sessions, and conferences to stay abreast of the latest advancements in the field.
- Contributed to patent applications based on innovative research findings, protecting intellectual property rights for the institution.
- Coordinated lab safety procedures and training sessions for staff members to maintain a secure working environment at all times.
- Published multiple peer-reviewed articles in reputable journals, showcasing high-quality research outcomes.
- Innovated novel approaches to study complex biological systems, advancing knowledge within the field.
- Analyzed large datasets using statistical software, leading to more informed conclusions and actionable insights.
- Reviewed manuscripts for top-tier scientific journals as a peer reviewer, maintaining high standards of rigorous scholarship in the field.
Research Scientist
Agricultural Research Corporation (ARC), Sudan
07.2007 - 08.2019
- Improved grant funding success rates through the development of compelling proposals.
- Increased research collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, leading to more comprehensive findings.
- Spearheaded cross-functional projects, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Secured intellectual property protection for groundbreaking inventions through diligent patent application processes.
- Advanced scientific understanding within the field by publishing impactful peer-reviewed articles.
- Developed novel research methodologies for improved data analysis and interpretation.
- Designed experiments using sophisticated statistical techniques, yielding robust results that supported key hypotheses.
Education
Ph.D. - Plant Molecular Biology
Tottori University
Tottori, Japan 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Plant Breeding
Sudan Academy of Sciences
Sudan 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Field Crop Science
University of Gadarif
Gadarif, Sudan 04.2001 -
Skills
Publications
Balla, M. Y and Ibrahim, S. E.: Genetic variability of soybean for yield and its components under irrigated condition of Gezira (Glycine max. L). Paper presented in regional conference on capacity building for improved food and livelihood security in Africa, Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM). Entebbe, Uganda.
Balla, M. Y and Ibrahim, S. E.: Genotypic correlation and path coefficient analysis of soybean [Glycine max(L.) Merr.] for yield and its components. Journal of Agricultural Research and Technology, 7 (3): MS.ID.555715, (2017).
Balla, M.Y., Gorafi, Y.S.A., Kamal, N.M., Abdalla, M.G.A., Tahir, I.S.A. and Tsujimoto, H: Harnessing the diversity of wild emmer wheat for genetic improvement of durum wheat. Theoretical and Applied Genetics 135:1671-1684, (2022).
Balla, M.Y., Gorafi, Y.S.A., Kamal, N.M., Abdalla, M.G.A., Tahir, I.S.A. and Tsujimoto, H: Exploiting wild emmer wheat diversity to improve wheat A and B genomes in breeding for heat stress adaptation. Front. Plant Sci. 13:895742.doi: 10.3389/fpls.2022.895742.
Ahmed M,.I. Y., Gorafi, Y.S.A., Kamal, N.M., Balla, M. Y, Tahir, I.S.A, Zheng, L, Kawakami, N. and Tsujimoto, H: Mining Aegilops tauschii genetic diversity in the background of bread wheat revealed a novel QTL for seed dormancy. Front. Plant Sci. 14:1270925. doi: 10.3389/fpls.2023.1270925.
Additional Information
Contact persons
Prof. Dr. Hisashi Tsujimoto,
Director of Arid Land Research Center, Tottori University
E-mail: tsujim@alrc.tottori-u.ac.jp
Tel: +819041028609
Prof. Dr. Izzat Sidahmed Ali Tahir
Agricultural Reach Corporation Wad, Medani Sudan, Wheat Research Program
Arid Land Research Center, Tottori University
E-mail: izzatahir@yahoo.com
Tel: +819037828771
Prof. Dr. Yasir Serag Alnour Gorafi
Kyoto University
E-mail: seragalnor.yasir.5x@kyoto-u.ac.jp
Tel: +819013568679
Timeline
Postdoctoral Scientist
Tottori University
11.2022 - Current
Research Scientist
Agricultural Research Corporation (ARC), Sudan
07.2007 - 08.2019
Ph.D. - Plant Molecular Biology
Tottori University
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Plant Breeding
Sudan Academy of Sciences
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Field Crop Science
University of Gadarif
04.2001 -
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