Sarah-Jane C.

PhD candidate in machine learning applied to crop science.

United Kingdom

About

Currently a PhD candidate investigating breeding bottlenecks with remote sensing and machine learning enabled phenotyping for photosynthetic trait discovery and selection in potatoes. Also graduated with distinction in MSc Sustainable Crop Production at Warwick University. Previous years experience in horticulture and project management, now progressing my career in crop science research, business and innovation.

Experience

  • R&D Fellowship at Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
    Apr 2024 - Apr 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Orchard Manager at Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons
    Jan 2020 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • Sustainability Research Officer at Centre for Sustainable Healthcare
    Jul 2019 - Dec 2019 · 6 mos

  • Project Manager at THE ORCHARD PROJECT (CAUSE) LTD
    Jul 2018 - Jul 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Working with community orchards across the M25 region in a range of situations. Both planting, young and mature trees cared for. Integrated pest management and organic practices used.

  • Forest Recycling Project (1 yr 6 mos)
    • General Manager
      Jan 2018 - Jul 2018 · 7 mos

    • Senior Project Officer
      Feb 2017 - Dec 2017 · 11 mos

      Environmental charity promoting social inclusion in E17