Carlos Castañeda-Alvarez
@CCastanedaAl
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Nematologist (PhD). PPN and EPN 🪱 Beneficial Bacteria. Biocontrol
Santiago - Chile
Joined December 2013
Our Lab is committed to assist you test for NEMATODES in your Soil, Roots, Water and Compost and advise on Management.
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BIG ANNOUNCEMENT📣: I haven’t been this excited to be part of something new in 15 years… Thrilled to reveal the passion project I’ve been working on for the past year and a half!🙀🥳 It started from my frustration with the depressing effect that the current publishing system has
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📣 Working in #nematode–#microbiome interactions or #omics technologies to unravel nematode–plant–soil dynamics? 📥 Submit to Eco-Omics Approaches in Nematode–Plant–Soil Microbiome Interactions: https://t.co/ORxwrxdxC6 📆 Deadlines: 19 Nov 2025 (summary) | 9 Mar 2026 (full)
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The field of Eco-Omics has emerged as a powerful tool in understanding the interactions between nematodes, plants, and soil microbiomes. These interactions f...
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🔔New preprint alert! 🔔 We present the first chromosome-level genome of the root-lesion nematode Pratylenchus vulnus, a major threat to walnuts in California. In addition to huge data resource, here are Key insights: 🔹 Genome size 61.7 Mb across six chromosomes 🔹 Unique,
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The root-lesion nematode Pratylenchus vulnus parasitizes a wide range of hosts including woody perennials such as walnut ( Juglans regia ) and grapevine ( Vitis vinifera ), significantly damaging...
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✨ ONTA Colombia 2025 in Cali was a success! ✨ Over 100 presentations, inspiring keynotes, technical field trips, and a vibrant atmosphere of collaboration. Thank you to all participants who made this unforgettable meeting possible 🌎🧑🔬🌱🪱 #ONTA2025 #Nematology #Cali
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Predatory nematodes play a vital role in supporting plant and the soil health by acting as: Natural Pest controllers, Nutrient Cycling♻️, Plant Health Boosters🥬🥦, Soil Food Web Support and a vital Soil health Indicator.🦠🐛🌱
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🪱 Reminder: Registration for #VNC2025 is NOW OPEN until September 10th!! 🎉 Register and submit your abstract here. 👉 https://t.co/5iZuqvbKZi Special thanks to @Co_Biologists who support this year’s VNC via Funding for Innovations in Sustainable Conferencing!
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I am looking for a Ph.D. student for my new lab - someone who already holds a Master's degree. All the details are in the advertisement attached. Please share widely. #jobs #PhDPosition #nematode #nematology
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Conference tours ONTA 2025. We will visit two of the main research centers in Colombia, CIAT and AGROSAVIA. 📍 Cali, Colombia 📅 Sept 1–5, 2025 🌐 https://t.co/DEhVAUKFl7 🌐 https://t.co/CD6XedjuU1
#ONTA2025 #Nematology #Wageningen #CAAS #Agronema #CNR #NematodeResearch
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Explore the latest research on the molecular battles between plants, nematodes, and parasitic plants in the #2025ISMPMI concurrent session, “Plant Interactions with Nematodes & Parasitic Plants.” https://t.co/gY7svDlUTh Registration closes 7 July! #Nematology #ParasiticPlants
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🌿 We’re excited to announce Dr. Jose Lozano, nematologist from Wageningen University, as one of our keynote speakers at #ONTA2025 in Cali, Colombia! 🇨🇴 He’ll share part of his research on nematode–plant interactions. https://t.co/fceAupg4hD
https://t.co/ES07V3H9aC
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Fun morning going through stocks and cultures as I prepare for the big move. Here is a picture of some #nematode cuties.
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📣 Abstract Submission Deadline Extended! 🗓️Great news! The deadline to submit your abstract for ONTA 2025 has been extended to June 30th. Join us in Cali, Colombia from September 1–5, 2025 🔗 https://t.co/fceAupg4hD
#ONTA2025 #Nematology #CaliColombia #NematodeResearch
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We are honored to introduce one of our keynote speakers: Dr. Deliang Peng 🎤 He will join us at the 55th ONTA conference There’s still time to submit your abstracts! We look forward to seeing you there! 🌐 https://t.co/DEhVAUKFl7 🌐 https://t.co/CD6XedjuU1
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🎓✈️ Calling all students attending ONTA 2025 in Cali, Colombia! The ONTA Foundation is once again sponsoring a Poster Competition and offering Student Travel Grants! 📝🌍 🔗 Meeting details: https://t.co/KElcqzBFYi
#ONTA2025 #TravelGrants #PosterCompetition
ontacolombia.cl
Inscripciones agotadas Miembros ONTA USD Abril – 15 agosto Inscripcion temprana 550 15 agosto – 31 agosto Inscripción tardía 580 Después del 01 septiembre Inscripción completa 600 No Miembros...
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Abstract submission is now open for ONTA Colombia 2025! Don’t miss your chance to participate!
Call for Abstracts: ONTA Colombia 2025 Key Details: 📅 Submission Deadline: May 31 2025 🌐 Submit via: https://t.co/DEhVAUKFl7 🌎 Why Participate?
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We are delighted to announce our upcoming seminar: "Nematode-Microbe Interactions" by Dr Olivera Topalović and PhD student Sandra Bredenbruch 🔬 Don’t miss it—register now!
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🧬✨ New paper out! We found a simple, low-cost way to label EPN with carbon quantum dots — making them glow for months with no harm to the worms. This opens up new ways to study how tiny soil worms move, interact & shape ecosystems. 📖 Free access https://t.co/8gr27dJNBd
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The 55th Annual Meeting of ONTA will be held Sept 1-5, in Cali, Colombia, gathering agriculture experts, researchers, and students. Sponsorship offers visibility, networking, and a chance to support sustainable agriculture. @AndreaChaconH @CCastanedaAl @activeplantnema
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