The Y2 rating is reserved for young researchers, aged 40 or younger, who have held their doctorate for less than five years and are recognised for their potential to establish themselves as leading researchers within five years based on the quality and productivity of their research outputs during their doctoral studies and early post-doctoral careers.
Dr Mokgehle's extensive expertise in sustainable production techniques and the conservation of endangered indigenous crop species and medicinal plants has earned her significant recognition. Her research focuses on water management, phytochemical profiling of medicinal plants, and the nutritional water productivity of indigenous leafy vegetables, addressing critical issues of hunger, malnutrition, and healthcare in indigenous communities.
In addition to her research, Dr Mokgehle is an accredited facilitator, moderator, and AgriSeta-certified assessor. She has shared her findings at various local and international conferences, including the 10th African Crop Science Society, where she received the best paper and oral presentation award.
Her role as an external moderator of postgraduate research projects at several South African universities further underscores her commitment to academic excellence.
Dr Mokgehle also contributed significantly to academic publications as an associate editor for the South African Journal of Science (Agriculture and Forestry) from 2019 to 2020 and currently serves as an Associate Editor for the South African Journal of Botany.
Before joining UMP, she was a researcher at the Agricultural Research Council, where she focused on plant biology, climate, and crop production.
Her extensive teaching, engagement, and research publication expertise, coupled with her new Y2 rating, highlight her potential to make significant contributions to the field of horticultural sciences and sustainable agriculture.
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