SynBioBeta Speaker

Alberto Iandolino

Bayer Crop Science

Ext. Innov. & Partnership - Biologics

Alberto Iandolino is a biotechnology professional and Bayer Crop Science Fellow with over 20 years of experience in developing novel biotechnology, small molecules, and biological products through leading internal R&D efforts and building external partnerships. In his current role, Alberto is tasked with expanding Bayer's biological product portfolio by globally scouting for new products and technologies suitable for in-licensing, co-development, or R&D partnerships. He has also led multi-disciplinary teams focused on advancing RNAi technology for weed control and implementing biotech approaches to enhance plant tolerance to abiotic stresses, as well as improving yield and quality traits.

Sessions Featuring

Alberto

This Year

Breakout Session

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3:30 PM

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4:15 PM

Planetary Health

From Discovery to Field: How Bayer Crop Science R&D Turns Innovation into Solutions for Farmers

Join Bayer Crop Science researchers and innovators for a hybrid presentation and panel discussion exploring how cutting-edge R&D is transforming agricultural innovation. Speakers will cover AI foundation models and multimodal approaches for trait discovery, AI-enabled protein design for herbicide tolerance and insect control, next-generation crop protection strategies for new modes of action, and leveraging open innovation to advance Bayer's biologicals portfolio. The session concludes with a moderated panel discussion on the future of agricultural science and its impact on farmers worldwide.

Featuring

Lyle Ralston

Bayer Crop Science

CE Platform Lead

Engineering Crops for global food security

Leah Briscoe

Bayer Crop Science

Data Scientist

Tommi White

Bayer Crop Science

Structure & Mech. Team Lead

Paramita Deria

Bayer Crop Science

Discovery Chem. & Chem. Biology

Alberto Iandolino

Bayer Crop Science

Ext. Innov. & Partnership - Biologics

Joshua Geilhufe

Rhiza Bio Cons.

Principal

First-market strategist for synbio agriculture and fermentation.

Breakout Session

โ€ข

3:30 PM

-

4:15 PM

Planetary Health

From Discovery to Field: How Bayer Crop Science R&D Turns Innovation into Solutions for Farmers

Join Bayer Crop Science researchers and innovators for a hybrid presentation and panel discussion exploring how cutting-edge R&D is transforming agricultural innovation. Speakers will cover AI foundation models and multimodal approaches for trait discovery, AI-enabled protein design for herbicide tolerance and insect control, next-generation crop protection strategies for new modes of action, and leveraging open innovation to advance Bayer's biologicals portfolio. The session concludes with a moderated panel discussion on the future of agricultural science and its impact on farmers worldwide.

Featuring

Lyle Ralston

Bayer Crop Science

CE Platform Lead

Engineering Crops for global food security

Leah Briscoe

Bayer Crop Science

Data Scientist

Tommi White

Bayer Crop Science

Structure & Mech. Team Lead

Paramita Deria

Bayer Crop Science

Discovery Chem. & Chem. Biology

Alberto Iandolino

Bayer Crop Science

Ext. Innov. & Partnership - Biologics

Joshua Geilhufe

Rhiza Bio Cons.

Principal

First-market strategist for synbio agriculture and fermentation.

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