08/02/2026
West Indian Scientist of the Day: Professor Marcia Roye 🇯🇲
Professor Roye is a Jamaican biotechnologist and molecular virologist internationally recognized for studying geminiviruses—plant viruses that can cause major crop losses throughout the Caribbean. Her research has helped identify these viruses and develop strategies to protect crops and strengthen regional agriculture.
Her work shows how Caribbean science can directly support farmers, food security and healthier communities.