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Sharon Zytynska is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester specializing in Ecology. Her research interests focus on how plants interact with various elements of the living world, including microbes, soil, and insect communities, and how these relationships impact plant growth, health, and resilience. Zytynska's work is directed towards understanding beneficial soil bacteria and microbial communities that support plant growth, enhance defense against insect pests, and improve stress tolerance. She employs a combination of greenhouse and field experiments, along with molecular genomic analyses, to investigate these interactions at the genomic and ecosystem levels. Additionally, she is interested in finding sustainable methods to cultivate food that minimize dependency on chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in addressing sustainable agricultural practices. Zytynska has actively participated in initiatives that focus on conservation activities and the training of biodiversity, reflecting her commitment to environmental sustainability.
University of Manchester • Manchester, England
Teaching and researching in the field of Ecology with a focus on plant interactions and sustainable agricultural practices.
Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.