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marina.martino(AT)ipsp.cnr.it
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Curriculum Vitae
I have a BSc in Land and Agro-forestry Science and a MSc in Plant Sciences with a specialization in Natural Resource Management. My master thesis focused on analyzing the role of beneficial insects (Coleoptera) as biocontrol agents in open field. As part of my Master’s programme, I joined the Farmvent team, a vertical farming startup that produces herbs in small-scale indoor farms, where I led experimental trials designed to enhance the production of basil and microgreens. My working experience shifted to the world of phytosanitary regulation at EFSA’s (European Food Safety Authority) Plant Health Unit which analyses and monitors risks to plant health to assist the European Commission and EU Member States. As part of the Pest Surveillance project, I was responsible for the production of pest survey cards, pest-specific documents that guide EU Member States to gather the relevant information for the preparation of surveys of Union quarantine pests.