World of Coffee San Diego 2026

Dr. Alexis A. Salazar

UABC - Cultura Barista


Dr. Alexis A. Salazar Navarro is a researcher specializing in plant–nanomaterial interactions and disease resistance in coffee. His work focuses on silica-based nanocomposites functionalized with chitosan oligomers and copper to enhance defense responses in Coffea arabica, promoting sustainable strategies to manage coffee leaf rust. He has published peer-reviewed research on nanoparticle-induced resistance and explores nano-enabled plant protection technologies to support resilient coffee production systems in Latin America. A certified Q Grader and SCA-trained barista and roaster, Dr. Salazar bridges cutting-edge plant science with the craft and quality standards of specialty coffee.

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