An Agricultural Engineer trained at the Polytechnic University of Valencia, she dedicated fourteen years to forestry education before bringing her expertise into the private sector.
With over two decades of experience in the forestry and agricultural sectors, she began her journey into truffle cultivation through residencies and collaborations with Spain’s leading truffle research centers. Before founding MicoLab, she played an active role in training and joint projects with researchers from the truffle programs at the Agri-Food Research and Technology Centre of Aragon (CITA), the Mediterranean Environmental Research Center (CEAM), and the Forest Science and Technology Centre of Catalonia (CTFC).
These collaborations allowed her to specialize in key areas such as microscopy for truffle and mycorrhiza identification, quality control of Tuber melanosporum-inoculated plants, nursery plant production, and the setup and management of truffle plantations.
Today, she leads the coordination and design of research projects at MicoLab, working closely with public research institutions, truffle growers, and private-sector companies. Her ability to connect scientific research, lab-based diagnostics, and hands-on field expertise enables her to craft effective, tailored strategies—delivering MicoLab’s innovative, professional services in plantation management, nursery operations, and advanced truffle-related analysis.
She also teaches specialized courses for truffle growers and professionals in the sector and regularly publishes educational content and research (some available in the Videos and tutorials section).
Paula brings a strong academic background in Biotechnology from the Polytechnic University of Valencia and a degree in Education from Jaume I University. This dual training allows her to combine deep technical expertise with outstanding communication and teaching skills. Her versatility makes her a key asset at MicoLab, contributing both to data analysis and management, as well as client support and technical training.
She leads the data management for all information generated across MicoLab’s research projects. Paula designs and maintains comprehensive, well-structured databases that cover everything from soil analyses and climate conditions to studies on mycorrhizal development. Her precision and organizational skills provide a solid, accessible foundation for interpreting results and making informed technical decisions.
Paula also handles microscopic identification of mycorrhizal species and produces high-quality photographic documentation for each study. Her attention to detail ensures reliable and rigorous results—critical to maintaining the high standards of our services.
With her technical expertise and ability to communicate clearly and professionally, Paula plays a central role in advancing MicoLab’s mission of excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction.