La Laguna, January 2026. As part of the Resilcrops interview series, we speak with Jana Alonso, researcher at the Institute of Natural Products and Agrobiology (IPNA-CSIC), about her role in the project, the scientific challenges it addresses, and how research and innovation can contribute to more sustainable and resilient agricultural systems.

Her role in the Resilcrops project.

Jana Alonso is a member of the Resilcrops research team, where she is responsible for experimental design, data analysis, and the coordination of students and technical staff involved in the project. Her work is essential to ensuring the scientific robustness of the research and the effective implementation of project activities.

Innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

One of the main motivations behind her participation in ResilCrops is the project’s innovative approach and its strong interdisciplinary character. The initiative brings together different research fields and promotes collaboration with international researchers, fostering knowledge exchange and scientific excellence.

Scientific challenges and agricultural application.

From a research perspective, Resilcrops poses a key challenge: exploring how innovative products can be applied in agriculture to improve crop performance and resilience. This work contributes to the development of sustainable agricultural solutions that respond to current environmental and food system challenges.

A commitment to sustainable food systems.

According to Jana Alonso, promoting sustainable agriculture is essential, as it forms the foundation of our food systems and plays a crucial role in ensuring access to healthy and nutritious food. Research projects such as ResilCrops are key to supporting this transition towards more resilient and environmentally responsible farming practices.