Sylvia Jepkemboi
PhD Student
Sylvia joins us from Kenya and has a keen interest in molecular diagnostics, tree diversity and conservation
Sylvia is currently working on the ARC Plant Biosecurity Training Centre Project “Transformational molecular approaches for forest pests and pathogens” which will use novel genomic and metagenomic methods to study the invasion biology and history of well-established exotic forestry pests and pathogens to investigate how populations have changed post-incursion. This will enable better risk assessment and monitoring of future novel incursions, improving Australia’s surveillance and diagnostic systems. When not studying, Sylvia enjoys exploring nature, singing in choirs and watching movies.
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We are a multidisciplinary team providing DNA-based solutions, training and products to support the uptake of eDNA in biosecurity and biodiversity applications.
