Matteo Dell’Acqua is an Associate Professor in Crop Genetics. A plant geneticist by training, his current research is focused on developing data-driven methods to foster the sustainable intensification of farming systems in sub-Saharan Africa. His research connects genomics, socioeconomics, and climate sciences with a specific focus on smallholder farming systems. His projects involve several PhD students, researchers, and collaborators from emerging countries, together committed to a co-design of research with local shareholders to foster an enduring impact of research and training.
AGRICULTURE AND SUSTAINABILITY