Micaela Landeira is a biotechnologist specialized in plant breeding and genetics. She has contributed to the plant pathology and virology field by participating in multiple research projects studying key horticultural viruses. She currently works as an Associate Breeding Scientist for Syngenta, with a goal of developing new tomato varieties.
“Minds are like parachutes, they only function when open”.
Micaela Landeira is a biotechnologist with a Master's Degree in Bioinformatics and Biostatistics from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC). A lifelong science enthusiast, she specializes in plant breeding and genetics. Experienced in the field of plant virology, Landeira has worked as a researcher on multiple projects studying plant resistance, synergistic interactions, and developing detection methods for Begomoviruses. She is currently working in the agriculture sector as a breeding scientist to coordinate research activities to develop novel tomato varieties.
Micaela’s latest reviewed posts
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How To Tell If Your Female Cannabis Plant Has Been Pollinated
Pollination of your female cannabis plants will make them produce seeds and spend less energy on producing quality buds. But when you recognize the signs of pollination early, you can avoid putting ...
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Cannabis Terpenes: How They Work and Their Effects
Terpenes give cannabis plants their unique flavors and smells. Research now shows that they may also play a role for the effects of each strain, so we take a look at what they are and how they work ...
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Healthy Roots – The Key To Healthy Cannabis Plants
Without a healthy root system, your cannabis plants can never reach their full potential. For a heavy harvest full of spectacular buds, you'll want to do everything you can to support the health of ...