Golnaz Salehipour
About Golnaz Salehipour
Golnaz Salehipour serves as the IPM Manager at Cronos Group since 2020, bringing extensive experience in pest management and research. She holds a PhD in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from Western University and has developed sustainable pest management programs throughout her career.
Work at Cronos Group
Golnaz Salehipour has been serving as the IPM Manager at Cronos Group since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing integrated pest management strategies that align with the company's sustainability goals. Her experience at Cronos Group includes a prior position as a Research and Development Technician for five months in 2019, where she contributed to research initiatives aimed at improving pest management practices.
Education and Expertise
Golnaz Salehipour holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from Western University, which she completed from 2014 to 2018. She also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Biology (Physiology and Biochemistry) from Western University in 2013. Her academic background includes a Master of Science (MS) in Agricultural Entomology from Isfahan University of Technology, achieved between 2006 and 2009, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Plant Protection and Integrated Pest Management from Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, completed in 2005.
Background
Golnaz Salehipour has a diverse professional background in pest management and research. She worked at Peace Naturals as an IPM Technician from 2018 to 2019, where she applied her expertise in integrated pest management. Prior to this, she held multiple roles at Western University, including Graduate Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant, contributing to various research projects and supporting academic programs in the field of biology and pest management.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Golnaz Salehipour has developed sustainable pest management programs that are financially efficient and environmentally friendly. Her graduate research focused on biological control and pesticide resistance, which enhanced her ability to design effective pest management strategies. This work has contributed to advancements in integrated pest management practices within the agricultural sector.