experts of praise
Our Team Profile
At PRAISE, our strength lies in a dedicated team of researchers, academics, and field specialists committed to advancing sweet potato science and innovation. We bring together expertise from plant breeding, agronomy, biotechnology, post-harvest technology, and socio-economics to build a comprehensive, multidisciplinary research ecosystem. Guided by strong leadership and a shared vision, our team works collaboratively to generate impactful solutions for sustainable agriculture and community development.
Head of praise research center
Prof. Dr.sc.agr. Ir. Agung Karuniawan, M.Sc.Agr.
Professor in Plant Breeding
Expertise:
– Quantitative Genetics
– Plant Genetic Resources
– Tuber and Legume Crops
– Agronomy
secretary
Arif Affan Wicaksono, S.P., M.Agr
Expertise:
– Agronomy
– Crop Production
– Plant Ecophysiology
–Weed Management
treasurer
Dr. Debby Ustari, S.P., M.P
Expertise:
– Plant Breeding
– Plant Genetic Resources
– Quantitative Genetics
