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Silvia Coolen is a Lecturer in Translational Plant Biology at Utrecht University. Her research focuses on the interactions between insects, microbes, and plants, particularly how these relationships can influence sustainable pest control strategies. She has a background in Medical Molecular Biology and Environmental Biology, with a specialization in Plant Biology. Coolen obtained her PhD from Utrecht University, where she studied plant responses to combined biotic and abiotic stresses. Prior to her current role at Utrecht University, she worked at a plant breeding company and also gained experience at Wageningen University and Radboud University. Her return to Utrecht University in 2023 marks her continued commitment to both teaching and research, engaging students in diverse biology-related courses while pursuing her research interests.
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