Yams (Dioscorea spp.) are monocotyledonous plants that produce edible and nutritious tubers that constitute an important staple food for millions of people in tropical and sub-tropical countries.
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Research Module

We are currently looking for motivated students interested in a Research Module in the topics:

 •             Starch and diosgenin metabolism

 •             Tuber development

 If you are interested in more details, please contact us!