Andrea Parenti

Education:

• PhD in Crop Model Simulation

Research Experience:

• 7 years of extensive research experience in agricultural sciences, focusing on:

  • Soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks and dynamics

  • Intercropping, crop rotations, and relay cropping

  • Advanced biofuels value chain development

  • Sustainable agricultural practices and environmental impact minimization

Academic and Professional Experience:

• Technician (Permanent Position) — Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences, University of Bologna

• Research Collaborator — 1-year experience in Australia, working with leading researchers on agricultural production and breeding projects

• Research Fellow — 3-month research period at North Dakota State University on crop production systems

Technical Skills:

• Crop Model Simulation: Proficient in CROPSYST for modeling crop growth, yield, and sustainability

• Data Analysis & Statistical Software: Advanced proficiency in R statistical software for complex analyses and data visualization

• Spatial Modeling & GIS: Skilled in GIS for spatial analysis and mapping, interpreting large agricultural and environmental datasets

Publication Record:

• Several peer-reviewed articles published in recognized journals, demonstrating a strong scientific contribution

International Experience:

• Worked in diverse, multicultural research environments in Australia and the United States

• Enhanced English-speaking and writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Research Interests:

• Agricultural dataset analysis and modeling

• Sustainable agricultural production systems

• Supply chain analysis and development