Andrea [user:field_middlename] Gardeazabal

Works for CIMMYT on data-driven agronomy, knowledge management and ICT as vehicles for innovation in agri-food systems. Holds an MSc in Information and Communication Technologies for Development at the University of Manchester, UK, and an MSc in Political Science from the Los Andes University, Colombia. Has over a decade of experience designing and deploying large ICT for agriculture and education projects in Mexico, Guatemala, and Colombia. Currently coordinates the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Unit for the Integrated Development Program at CIMMYT, which entails the design and operation of robust information systems for the collection, analysis and dissemination of data, and is part of the MasAgro Project that pioneers innovation hubs with participative research approach in the region. Prefers and fosters open-source systems, and is interested in implementing solutions using the Blockchain technology.