Agronomic engineer with a Master of Science degree in Andean Agriculture, specializing in breeding for adverse factors. She has completed two specialized courses in Sustainable Management of Natural Resources and Agribusiness Promotion. She has participated in the development of 10 improved varieties (5 potato, 2 quinoa, 1 amaranth, 2 and ulluco). She has led and coordinated nine international and national projects related to the development of technological and commercial innovations of grains and Andean tubers. Participated as author and co-author of 22 publications, articles indexed.