Lisa Korsten
Professor, University of Pretoria, South Africa

Biography
Prof Lisa Korsten is a fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), who is highly committed in volunteering her time and energy to serve the AAS. She believes in using science to improve the quality of life of people. She is also a strong supporter of mentoring
young female researchers to become top scientists. Prof Korsten is currently Co-Director of the DST-NRF Centre of Excellence in Food Security at the University of Pretoria in South Africa