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Secretaria de Agricultura e Abastecimento (São Paulo - Estado). Agência Paulista de Tecnologia dos Agronegócios (APTA). Instituto Agronômico (IAC) (Institutional affiliation from the last research proposal) Birthplace: Brazil
Graduated in Biological Sciences from the Catholic University of Pernambuco (1992), master's in Agricultural Microbiology from Esalq-USP (1994), and PhD in Genetics and Molecular Biology from UNICAMP (2004). She completed postdoctoral studies at the University of California, Berkeley (2010), and specialized in Plant Science at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (2012). In 2025, was elected as a member of the São Paulo State Academy of Sciences, representing the field of Agricultural Sciences, and received the INGENIAS LATAM Award, granted by the European Union under the AL-INVEST Verde DPI project, which recognizes women inventors from Latin America on the international stage. In 2023, received the award of the Brazilian Phytopathological Society for the initiative and editorial work on the special issues Bacterial Citrus Diseases. In 2021, was honored by the Association of Scientific Researchers of the State of São Paulo for innovative research benefiting Brazilian citriculture. In 2018, was recognized by the Office of International Programs of the American Phytopathological Society (APS) for scientific contributions to the study of citrus pathogens in Brazil. Also received the BASF Top Science Award in the Innovation category (2015); the Bunge Foundation Youth Award in Agribusiness (2006); and the Young Geneticist Award from the Brazilian Society of Genetics. Research focuses on Genetics and Molecular Biology, with emphasis on phytopathogenic microorganisms and their interactions with host plants. Advises masters and doctoral students in the Department of Genetics and Molecular Biology at UNICAMP and in the Plant Breeding and Biotechnology Program at IAC. Main research topics include genetically modified plants, genome editing, phytopathogenic bacteria, bacterial biofilms, functional genomics of plants and microorganisms, and molecular plantpathogen interactions. (Source: Lattes Curriculum)
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| Naranjos inmunes |
| Remedio para los naranjos |
| Contra las plagas de la citricultura |
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| Para la gente y para las plantas |
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In previous studies by our research group (results obtained from the thematic project (13/10957-0)), two commercial varieties of sweet orange were developed overexpressing the rpfF gene, which is responsible for the synthesis of the "diffusible signaling factor" (DSF) molecule. DSF is a small fatty acid molecule responsible for cell-cell communication (quorum sensing), which regulates gen…
NPOP-IAC, headquartered at IAC in Campinas, has the main strategic objective of expanding the scientific and technological aiming to solve well-defined problems in three different and economically important cultures of Brazilian agribusiness, citrus, sugar cane and coffee. The adoption of the genomic and biotechnology themes is justified by the current state of the art of breeding program…
Recently, efforts have been focused on the development of the Bioeconomy that brings together all sectors of the economy that use biological resources (living things) in a rational and sustainable manner. This business intends to provide coherent, effective and concrete solutions to major social challenges such as climate change, fossil resource substitution, food security, and population…
Citrus Variegated Chlorosis (CVC), caused by Xylella fastidiosa subsp. pauca bacterium, is one of the most concerning diseases for the Brazilian citriculture. It is responsible for economic damages around 100 million dollars a year in eradication of diseased plants, replanting, and chemical control of the vectors. CVC is a typical Brazilian problem since in other South or Central American…
We propose to determine the molecular mechanims underlying pathogen recognition and immune reponse in citros. This research should facilitate genetic engineering to introduce resistance traits into susceptible citrus cultivars. This project will combine expertise on plant immunity (PI Melotto) and bacterial pathogenesis (PI Souza) to study a common problem in both countries. We propose to…
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At the Institute of Agricultural Economics (IEA), since its creation, the methodology for incorporating changes occurring in the field - resulting from modifications in technological packages and Brazilian legislation - has been continuously improved and has served as a reference for other research institutions and professional associations. This project aims to assess the economic feasib…
Citrus industry, like other sectors of national agriculture, holds significant economic and social importance. However, orange production has been severely threatened by Huanglongbing (HLB), a disease caused by the bacterium Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas). From previous studies on citrus-CLas interactions, genes associated with susceptibility to HLB have been identified, such as…
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Ciência a MesaCast is a journalistic research proposal aimed at disseminating the project "Biotechnological and Genomic Strategies for Quality, Productivity, and Sustainable Management of Citrus, Coffee, and Sugarcane in the State of São Paulo (CCD-CROP-IAC)" (Process: 20/07045-3). The proposal aims to create a podcast with a unique approach, simplifying the application of biotechnology i…
Ciência a MesaCast is a journalistic research proposal aimed at disseminating the project "Biotechnological and Genomic Strategies for Quality, Productivity, and Sustainable Management of Citrus, Coffee, and Sugarcane in the State of São Paulo (CCD-CROP-IAC)" (Process: 20/07045-3). The proposal aims to create a podcast with a unique approach, simplifying the application of biotechnology i…
Citrus species are among the main fruit trees in the world, it is one of the great crops that drive agribusiness. However, the productivity of orchards is constantly affected by pests and diseases that cause damage to the citrus industry. One of the most destructive diseases in orchards is Huanglongbing (HLB), caused by the gram-negative bacterium Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas),…
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Huanglongbing (HLB) is the main disease affecting sweet orange production worldwide, leading to significant losses in the sector. It is predominantly caused by the fastidious gram-negative ±-proteobacteria Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas) and transmitted by the psyllid, Diaphorina citri. Notably, diffusible signal factor (DSF), a molecule essential to the quorum-sensing (QS) syst…
HLB, a major challenge in citrus farming, necessitates the development of disease-resistant citrus varieties. DNA-free gene editing utilizing the CRISPR/Cas system has revolutionized the production of genetically modified (GM) plants by enabling precise edits without the introduction of foreign DNA. This approach allows for the creation of natural mutants, eliminating the requirement for …
Citrus species are crops that significantly boost Brazilian agribusiness. However, the productivity of orchards is constantly affected by biotic factors. Citrus Huanglongbing or Greening is the most important disease caused mainly by Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas). CLas is a Gram-negative bacterium, which colonizes the phloem, causing physiological damage to citrus plants. Among…
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| 9 / 6 | Completed research grants |
| 9 / 9 | Ongoing scholarships in Brazil |
| 44 / 32 | Completed scholarships in Brazil |
| 7 / 7 | Completed scholarships abroad |
| 71 / 56 | All research grants and scholarships |
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