Isabella Righini has recently been selected for the Young Mind Committee of the International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS). Globally, 12 candidates were chosen, with two representatives from each continent: one for PhD students and one for early career researchers. Righini represents Europe for the PhD students. She has been working at the Greenhouse Horticulture and Flower Bulbs Business Unit of Wageningen University & Research for 6 years, where she conducts research into resource use efficiency in controlled-environment agriculture, among other topics. “It is very inspiring to work with colleagues from all over the world: everyone brings with them their own background, work method, cultural context, needs, and organizational perspective, which pushes you to step out of your comfort zone and think of solutions to new and diverse challenges”.
The International Society for Horticultural Science is an international, independent organization for horticultural research. It promotes research in all branches of horticulture and stimulates international cooperation. More than 70,000 scientists, universities, governments, institutions, libraries and commercial companies are affiliated with the ISHS.
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