Dr. Monica Carvajal-Yepes is a distinguished Colombian biologist and virologist leading innovative research at the intersection of plant health, genomics, and biodiversity conservation. As Team Leader of the Digital Genebank within the Genetic Resources Program at the Alliance Bioversity International and CIAT, her work focuses on establishing genomics-based digital platforms to enhance the conservation and utilization of global crop diversity. Her research has significantly advanced the understanding of plant virus diversity, evolution, and epidemiology, particularly in cassava and bean crops, through the application of high-throughput sequencing and bioinformatics. Dr. Carvajal-Yepes played a pivotal role in developing the global surveillance framework for early detection and response to crop disease outbreaks, published in Science, and has contributed to numerous international collaborations, including the DivSeek initiative and the OneCGIAR Plant Health Initiative. She has authored and co-authored over 20 scientific publications, which have collectively received more than 690 citations from around 600 documents, reflecting an h-index of 10. Her scientific contributions encompass high-impact studies addressing viral genomics, pathogen diagnostics, and the sustainable management of transboundary pests. Through her leadership in integrating genomics, data science, and agricultural sustainability, she continues to foster global efforts in safeguarding food security and strengthening resilience in agricultural systems.
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Featured Publications
2025. Non-destructive prediction of nitrogen, iron and zinc content in diverse common bean seeds from a genebank using near-infrared spectroscopy. Food Chemistry: Molecular Sciences. [Open access].
2025. Implications of high throughput sequencing of plant viruses in biosecurity – a decade of progress? Peer Community Journal. [Open access].