Michela Centinari

Michela Centinari is an Associate Professor in the Department of Plant Science at Pennsylvania State University's College of Agricultural Sciences. Her research focuses on grapevine physiology, viticulture, and integrated pest management, particularly addressing threats like the spotted lanternfly and spring freeze damage. She collaborates with Penn State Extension to provide actionable insights for vineyard sustainability and pest control.

• Research Keywords: Grapevine Physiology, Viticulture, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Plant-Microbe Interactions, Sustainable Agriculture
• Key Topics: Spotted Lanternfly Management, Cover Crop Strategies, Botrytis Bunch Rot, Freezing Tolerance Modeling, Wine Flavor Chemistry

Her recent publications analyze carbon allocation in infested grapevines, machine learning models for freezing tolerance, and microbial dynamics in fine roots. She contributes to journals like the American Journal of Enology and Viticulture, Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, and Pest Management Science.