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Danquah is the recipient of many awards, including the
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Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana. In 2022, Danquah received the Africa Food Prize, which is awarded to institutions or individuals who play a leading role in changes to farming in Africa. In 2023, Danquah was named one of the "100 Most Reputable Africans" by the Reputation Poll
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Danquah’s research centres on genetic diversity in crop plants and their associated pests, with an emphasis on molecular genetics and biotechnology for crop improvement. He also focuses on farmer's knowledge and plant breeding, technologies for food security in Africa, and training the next
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University of Ghana through education, research and knowledge transfer for the benefit of society". In 2018, Danquah was awarded the Outstanding Academic Leadership Award in recognition of his contribution to the development of
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in May 2005 and May 2006, and partnered with them to set up the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement in 2007.
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