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Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Barcelona. Ph.D. in Plant Biology (2004) at the University of Barcelona. Postdoctoral researcher at UB (2004-2005). Senior postdoc at the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research (Cologne, Germany) (2006-2012) working under the supervision of Dr. Matthieu Reymond (INRA), Prof. Jane E. Parker  and Prof. Maarten Koornneef at the Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics. Ramón y Cajal researcher at the University of Barcelona (2012-2017) where I established my research group focused on polyamines. Marie Curie Career Integration Grant holder (2012-2016). Associate Professor at the University of Barcelona (2017-nowadays). Treasurer of the Spanish Society of Plant Biology (SEBP) (2021-2025).

During my scientific career I've been studying the involvement of polyamines in plant abiotic and biotic stress resistance from a molecular and genetics perspective. I also investigated the genetics of immune-related hybrid incompatibilities and the evolution of disease resistance genes in nature using genetics of natural variation. 

I am currently focused on gaining a deep understanding of the mechanisms of action and intricate signaling pathways associated with polyamines in plants, particularly in the context of their roles in defense responses. Additionally, my research interests extend to exploring the broader field of metabolite signaling in plants. I am also engaged in the development of new plant biostimulants through transfer of technology projects.

At the University, I teach Plant Physiology (coordinator), Cell Biology and Genetics, Plant Biotechnology and Secondary Metabolism of Plants.

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