In this critical role, Neil will spearhead efforts to optimize HR processes, leverage technology, and drive innovation to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness. With a strong background in global HR projects,ERP, data analytics, and audits...

Inez is currently the head of Rice Genetic Design and Validation unit at IRRI and is assigned as the the global lead of CGIAR gene editing initiative.  Her research portfolio includes improving nutrition through healthier rice, disease resistance...

Dr. Jerry D. Glover joins IRRI as Chief of Staff, bringing over 25 years of leadership experience in agricultural sustainability, research strategy, and global development. He most recently served at the U.S. Agency for International Development...

Damien leads the Breeding Innovations and Informatics cluster, which aims to evaluate and develop new technologies and opportunities ready for their implementation in the mainstream breeding pipelines.  Damien personally leads the design of superior...

With a PhD in Geography, an MSc in Forestry, and a BA in Modern History, Jon's interdisciplinary background has informed his holistic approach to agricultural research-for-development (AR4D). He has thirty years’ interdisciplinary research experience...

Dr. Shin serves as IRRI’s Representative for Asia, coordinating the institute's activities and aligning strategies with regional priorities. He collaborates with government entities and partners to enhance the agri-food sector and acts as the chief...

Joseph coordinates and leads all IRRI’s research and capacity building in Burundi. This includes initiating and managing numerous field sites for testing locally-adapted potential new rice varieties for the country. He also coordinates Farmer Field...

Joy Gimena is a technology and data strategy executive with over a decade of experience leading digital transformation, data systems architecture, and business analytics across international NGOs, consulting firms, and academic institutions. Her...

Jummai Yila is an experienced gender and development professional with a diverse skillset and global reach. She is a Senior Scientist - Gender and Social Research and serves as the Country Representative for Uganda and Research Leader of the Gender...

Dr. Junel Soriano has over twenty years of dedicated service in the Philippine agriculture sector, promoting sustainable and science-based agri-food systems. Most recently, he served as Director IV at the Department of Agriculture–Bureau of...

Kazuki Saito (PhD) is an agronomist employed by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), based in the Philippines. He is leading the Sustainable Soils sub-unit under Sustainable Impact through Rice-based Systems department. He has more than...

Kristina Cassandra Santos is a communication and marketing professional with over 15 years of progressive experience spanning corporate public relations, development communication, digital marketing, and crisis management. Her multidisciplinary...

Rudi is a Scientist II – Genome Engineering Regulatory Science and Regulatory Affairs with a strong academic background in molecular genetics. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Plant Breeding and further pursued his passion through a master's in...

As Research Manager of IRRI Service Laboratories (ISL), Lilia manages three laboratories—Analytical Service Laboratories, Grain Quality Evaluation Services, and Genotyping Service Laboratory which play a vital role in providing solutions to...

Dr. Madonna C. Casimero (Donna) is a Senior Scientist (Agronomist) at IRRI. She leads the Climate Adaptive Agronomy sub-unit under the Sustainable Impact in Rice-based Systems (SIRS) Department at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI). She...

Mahender Anumalla is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the late maturity breeding program of IRRI. His major research focuses on the phenotypic characterization of diverse rice materials to develop elite breeding panels for drought, salinity, and submergence...

Martina leads and provides strategic direction to the Seed Health and Logistics Unit, including operational excellence, innovation in seed diagnostic testing and phytosanitation, and outreach to partners, regulators and customers. The Seed Health and...

Jean is the Regional Breeding Lead for Southeast Asia with a strong academic background in agriculture. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Plant Breeding and further pursued her passion through a master's in Agricultural Development - major in Agronomy...