Evelyn Zuniga
Research Officer, Research Support OfficeResearch Interests
In my current role as Green ERA-Hub Research Support Coordinator, I participate in providing clear perspectives for ERA-Nets, ERA-Net Cofunds, national research funders, and researchers in the Agri-food and biotechnology sector. The Green Era Hub project offers dedicated support at multiple levels, including information dissemination, effective communication strategies, fostering cooperation, building extensive networks, and facilitating joint transnational funding.
My previous experience in projects involving molecular biology and plant biotechnology provides me with tools to enrich the interdisciplinary approach of the Green ERA-Hub, fostering innovation and progress in the ever-evolving field of Agri-food and biotechnology.
Current Projects
Green ERA-Hub (2022-2026): Coordination Support Action that builds on previous achievements (EU ERA-Nets) by increasing cross-sector collaborations in Agri-food and Biotechnology.
Education
2021-2023 - Postdoctoral Researcher. University College of Dublin.
Project: Investigate the genome diversity, and address mechanisms of drug resistance in pathogenic Candida species, particularly Candida parapsilosis.
2019-2021 - Postdoctoral Researcher. University of Florida-Gainesville.
Project: Metabolic engineering and genome editing of Sugarcane. Design of CRISPR-dCas9 modular system and exploration of different gene combinations to improve biomass and oil content in Sugarcane.
PhD - Biological & Environmental Science. TEAGASC-University College Dublin
Project: Investigating Ensifer adhaerens OV14: a novel technology platform for the genetic engineering of plant cells
MSc – Biologicals Sciences. International Centre for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) and Universidad del Valle (Colombia)