A5077910645- Environmental DNA in Biodiversity Studies
- Identification and Quantification in Food
- Cocoa and Sweet Potato Agronomy
- Food Chemistry and Fat Analysis
- CRISPR and Genetic Engineering
- Genomics and Phylogenetic Studies
- Plant-Microbe Interactions and Immunity
- Knowledge Societies in the 21st Century
- Microbial bioremediation and biosurfactants
- Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration
- Climate Change Communication and Perception
- Biochemical and biochemical processes
- Plant biochemistry and biosynthesis
- Microbial Metabolic Engineering and Bioproduction
- Amphibian and Reptile Biology
- Genetically Modified Organisms Research
- Botany, Ecology, and Taxonomy Studies
- Plant and Fungal Interactions Research
- Plant tissue culture and regeneration
- Molecular Biology Techniques and Applications
- Nematode management and characterization studies
- Marine Ecology and Invasive Species
- Animal Genetics and Reproduction
- Environmental Chemistry and Analysis
- Mycorrhizal Fungi and Plant Interactions
Escuela Superior Politecnica del Litoral
2010-2025
CIUDAD
2025
University College Ghent
2021
Eurogentec (Belgium)
2021
Ghent University
2021
Universidad Regional Amazónica IKIAM
2021
Directorate-General Joint Research Centre
2021
Ghent University Hospital
2021
Province of Antwerp
2021
University of Antwerp
2021
Bioinoculation with native or introduced microorganisms is a promising alternative to using synthetic chemicals in agriculture, although its impact on the microbial communities of rhizosphere still poorly understood. This study analyzed community Solanum betaceum (tree tomato) over 120 days, metagenomic approach evaluate diversity and persistence Trichoderma spp. through PCR. The predominant phyla identified were Pseudomonadota Actinomycetota, most abundant genera Streptomyces, Nocardioides,...
Fusarium wilt poses a significant threat to banana production, caused by diverse clonal lineages. Given the lack of curative measures, developing effective treatments is crucial. RNA interference (RNAi) technology, utilizing double-stranded (dsRNA) molecules, offers promising solution. In this study, RNAi was evaluated silencing activity Beta-tubulin (Focβ-tub), C5 Sterol desaturase (FocERG3) and Chitin synthase 1 (FocChs1) genes in pathogenic strain. Furthermore, we study potential dsRNA...
Ecuador is responsible for up to 70 % of the world's production fine flavor cocoa. Although fungal diseases have reduced cocoa production, eco–friendly alternatives been implemented control spread phytopathogens. This study aimed explore potential endophytic strains isolated from Nacional trees synthetize compounds with antimicrobial and surface active properties. It was determined that under in vitro conditions, seven (DS03, DS07, DS18, DS23, DS31, DS34 DS50) exhibited antifungal activity...
Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) is a lethal fungal species that parasitizes vertebrates and associated with the worldwide decline of amphibian populations. The development sensitive, rapid detection methods, particularly DNA-based techniques, critical for effective management strategies. This study evaluates efficacy DNA extraction portable PCR device in mountable field laboratory setup detecting Bd near habitats three critically endangered Atelopus toad Ecuador. We collected skin swabs...
<title>Abstract</title> Objective Fusarium wilt poses a significant threat to banana production, caused by diverse clonal <italic>Fusarium</italic> lineages. Given the lack of curative measures, developing effective treatments is crucial. RNA interference (RNAi) technology, utilizing double-stranded (dsRNA) molecules, offers promising solution. In this study, RNAi was evaluated silencing activity <italic>Beta-tubulin</italic> (<italic>Focβ-tub</italic>), <italic>C5 Sterol desaturase...
Ecuador is well-known as one of the most biodiverse countries, but this species richness being threatened by invasive alien species. The early detection these crucial for their fast and successful eradication limiting effects on aquatic communities. Therefore, a Belgian VLIR-UOS project was started that aims at development method to monitor Ecuadorian Amazon river basin presence fishes, macroinvertebrates amphibians. An (e)DNA field lab, equipped with miniaturized portable DNA-processing...
Biotechnology has the potential to play a significant role in sustainable development of our society. This technology involves using living organisms or their products develop modify processes for specific use. It is broad term that encompasses range technologies, including genetic engineering, tissue culture, and fermentation. While it many benefits, must be compatible with biodiversity. Biodiversity refers variety life on Earth, different plants, animals, microorganisms make up ecosystems....
Bananas, one of the most valued fruits worldwide, are produced in more than 135 countries tropics and subtropics for local consumption export due to their tremendous nutritional value ease access. The genetic improvement commercial crops is a crucial strategy managing pests or other diseases abiotic stress factors. Although conventional breeding has developed new hybrids with highly productive agronomic performance characteristics, some banana cultivars, high level sterility, traditional...
Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) is a fungus that parasites vertebrates, and associated with population declines worldwide in endemic amphibian species. As such, it one of several invasive species which pose serious threat to variety vertebrate hosts, casu : amphibians. Detection such generally based on DNA-based methods where, for instance, swabs or tissue samples candidate hosts are analysed their presence. Any management strategy these would greatly benefit from sensitive rapid...