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Katherine Sossa

Principal Investigator

University of Concepción

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Plant pathology, biocontrol, natural product antimicrobials

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Works at the plant–microbe interface. Holds 2 issued patents and a provisional on natural disinfectants, antifouling coatings and biofilm inhibitors. Led >$500k in grants on bioherbicides, endophyte-based biocontrol, and postharvest disease control across forestry, agriculture and aquaculture.

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University of Concepción

Marine macroalgae-based biodisinfectant for pre- and post-harvest berry pathogen control

A bio-disinfectant formulated from marine macroalgae extracts that reduces environmental loads of key phytopathogens and controls rot in blueberries, cherries, and grapes without altering fruit taste or quality. Lab-vali...

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Katherine Sossa

Principal Investigator

University of Concepción

Work experience

University of Concepción

Principal Investigator

2007 - Present

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