Hamed K. Abbas
USDA-ARS, USA
Biography
Dr. Abbas completed his PhD in Plant Pathology in 1987 from the University of Minnesota. He joined USDA-ARS in 1990 and has been the lead scientist in the mycotoxin control project since 1999. His research focuses on the reduction mycotoxins in grains by studying agricultural practices, varietal resistance, fungal ecology, and biological control. He has authored or co-authored 242 publications (194 referred research journals, 48 review articles/book chapters). He has received 6 patents for work on mycoherbicides and aflatoxin control. He is recognized worldwide as an authority on mycotoxin contamination in the field, in food, and for work on mycoherbicides.
Abstract
Abstract : Bioplastic formulation of beneficial microbes to control agricultural pests