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Alejandra Gil-Ordóñez
Research Associate
Alejandra Gil-Ordóñez is a Research Associate in the Virology and Crop Protection team of the Cassava Program. Her research focuses on molecular biology and bioinformatics, with particular interests in population genetics, microbiology, ecology, and the evolution of pathogenic microorganisms. She has experience in biotechnology, Illumina and Nanopore sequencing, and bioinformatics processing of first-, second-, and third-generation microbial sequences applied to diagnosis…
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La Alianza en la Semana de la Nutrición de Roma 2026
Organizada por las agencias de la ONU con sede en Roma (FAO, IFAD, y PMA), la Semana de la Nutrición de Roma se celebrará del 25 al 28 de mayo de 2026 en la sede de la FAO en Roma y en línea. Bajo el lema "Configurando el futuro de la acción conjunta en materia de nutrición en un mundo en constante cambio", el evento identificará vías prácticas para acelerar el progreso de la…
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Photo with a story contest - Agrobiodiversity as roots of resilience
Silvia Martinez, Roseline Remans, Silvia Araujo de Lima, Natalia Estrada, Sarah Jones
Agrobiodiversity - the variety of animals, plants, and microbes used for food and agriculture (FAO definition, 1999) is essential for food production, food security, and resilient food systems. Yet, it is difficult to capture: not only…
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Tres decisiones sobre los almuerzos escolares que pueden beneficiar a las generaciones futuras
Chiara Ferraboschi, Gina Kennedy
La alimentación escolar puede reportar beneficios para la salud, los medios de vida y el medio ambiente. Esto se puede lograr mediante decisiones de adquisición pública que diversifiquen los ingredientes, prioricen a los proveedores locales e involucren a las comunidades y a las…
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Johanna Mazabel
Research Coordinator II
Johanna Mazabel is a Chemist and Chemical Technologist holding a master’s degree in Agro-industrial Engineering, with 20 years of extensive experience spanning chemical and instrumental analysis, academic teaching, and scientific research.
Throughout her career, she has developed advanced proficiency in sample analysis utilizing cutting-edge techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS), backed by specialized training and practical expertise in…
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Consultation workshop for AgriTech4Egypt: Presenting a strategic Egypt–Italy Initiative connecting research, entrepreneurship, and industry
The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, together with partners, will host the High-Level Consultation Workshop for AgriTech4Egypt: Technological Innovation in Agri-food Sector in Egypt on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 in Cairo.
Cairo, Egypt
09 Jun 2026…
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Agent Networks: The missing link in food systems last-mile delivery
Kiogora Joseline Kanja , Nathanial Peterson, Millicent Omala
EMBE is working with agribusinesses across Kenya, Uganda, Senegal, Nigeria, Malawi, and Zambia to strengthen last-mile delivery systems by improving agent networks, data visibility, and farmer engagement through practical tools, training, and behavioral insights…
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Leonardo Medina
Research Specialist on Climate Change and Security
Leonardo is a Climate, Peace and Security Specialist at the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, where he supports research and policy engagement on conflict-sensitive climate governance, environmental peacebuilding, and adaptation in fragile and conflict-affected settings. His work focuses on understanding how climate change, environmental pressures, and governance systems interact to shape risks of conflict and opportunities for…
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Apoyar el liderazgo de las mujeres en los sistemas agroalimentarios de la India
Miranda Morgan, Meghajit Sharma Shijagurumayum
El liderazgo efectivo y la representación de las mujeres son esenciales para lograr sistemas agroalimentarios justos y resilientes
Las mujeres son actores clave en los sistemas…
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Non-market approaches at the crossroads: Expectations for the Bonn Climate Conference
Maria Eliza Villarino
Stephen Leonard
In June 2026, the next climate meeting (SB64) will take place in Bonn, where discussions on Article 6.8 of the Paris Agreement and Non-Market Approaches (NMAs) will enter a decisive phase.
This year marks the formal…
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AgriTech4Egypt: A strategic Egypt–Italy partnership translating research into market-ready solutions for farmers and value-chain actors
Cairo, 9 March 2026 — The AgriTech4Egypt: Technological Innovation in the Agri-Food Sector in Egypt is a flagship Egypt–Italy initiative designed to accelerate the translation of research products into market-ready agritech solutions across Egypt’s…
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América Latina lidera la innovación agropecuaria en el ámbito mundial desde los centros CGIAR con sede en las Américas
CGIAR nació en América Latina y está volviendo a sus raíces para generar soluciones agrarias para una transición verde. En un importante evento durante el Premio Mundial de Alimentación 2020 , se discutirán ideas innovadoras a la vanguardia de este movimiento…
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Se lanza al mercado en Colombia nueva variedad de arroz resistente a herbicidas
Una investigación conjunta entre la Alianza Bioversity & CIAT, Semillas del Huila y la empresa agrícola BASF permitió desarrollar Sicalis SH CL, una nueva variedad de arroz resistente a herbicidas, que facilita un control más eficiente de la maleza conocida como arroz rojo, mejorando la productividad del cultivo…
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Lanzamiento del informe: Panorama de la seguridad alimentaria y la calidad de dietas en América Latina y el Caribe
El nuevo informe Panorama de la seguridad alimentaria y la calidad de dietas en América Latina y el Caribe, desarrollado por la Alianza de Bioversity International y el CIAT junto con el Instituto de Nutrición de Centroamérica y Panamá (INCAP), ofrece una mirada actualizada a los desafíos que enfrenta la región para…
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Women-led seed innovation: PABRA boosts Emma’s high-iron bean expansion in Rwanda
Yohane Chideya, Dennis Ong'or, Keta Mwangala, Yvonne Munyangeri, Eliud Birachi, Jean Claude Rubyogo
Driven by passion, Rwandan entrepreneur Emma Uwera has grown her high-iron bean business in Eastern Province and beyond, with Sall Foundation and Global Affairs Canada support, improving farmer access,…
