GVENCK - Genetics and Plant Breeding Group “Prof. Roland Vencovsky”
Connecting students, researchers and professionals through science, training and outreach.
Excellence in National and International Research
The Genetics and Plant Breeding Group “Prof. Roland Vencovsky” was created in 2017 at ESALQ/USP in response to the need for discussion and training of specialized professionals in genetics and plant breeding.
The group promotes courses, scientific events, collaborative activities and outreach initiatives that connect students, researchers and professionals in agricultural and biological sciences.
About GVENCKInstitutional Video
Institutional presentation of the Genetics and Plant Breeding Group “Prof. Roland Vencovsky”.
GVENCK Café
GVENCK Café is an initiative created to welcome interested students, present the group’s activities and provide an informal space for conversation with current members.
- Purpose: present the group and its activities
- Audience: students interested in learning more about GVENCK
- Format: informal conversation and question session
Selection Process
The selection process is the main opportunity for students interested in joining GVENCK and participating in research projects, training activities, outreach initiatives and scientific events.
- Activities: research, courses, events and outreach
- Profile: students interested in science, plants, data and applied research
- Application: through an online form
Latest Updates
Previous IMPB Editions
9th International Meeting on Plant Breeding
September 30 to October 2, 2025This edition presents the latest innovations in the integrated use of omics approaches applied to plant breeding.
Read more →8th International Meeting on Plant Breeding
October 1 to 3, 2024This edition focused on Artificial Intelligence for scientific breakthroughs: applications and innovations.
Read more →7th International Meeting on Plant Breeding
October 4 to 6, 2023This edition focused on plant breeding for the ESG world: preparing for climate change, food security, sustainability and quality.
Read more →Courses and Training Activities
Bibliometria Prática
March 25 and 26, 2026Practical training on bibliometrics, R, Bibliometrix and Biblioshiny.
Read more →Python for Beginners
June 16, 17 and 18, 2025Introductory course covering Python basics, tabular data and initial visualizations.
Read more →Advanced R Course
May 21, 22 and 23, 2025Training on advanced R tools for statistical analysis and robust scientific workflows.
Read more →Prof. Roland Vencovsky
Prof. Roland Vencovsky was an agronomist, geneticist and plant breeder whose academic and scientific contributions had a major impact on quantitative genetics, population genetics and plant breeding in Brazil.
He was a professor at ESALQ/USP, author of important scientific works, including Genética Biométrica no Fitomelhoramento, and advisor of dozens of graduate students. His legacy inspired the creation and identity of the Genetics and Plant Breeding Group “Prof. Roland Vencovsky”.
- Research areas: Quantitative genetics, population genetics and plant breeding
- Scientific production: More than 150 published articles
- Academic training: 77 dissertations and theses advised
- Recognition: Member of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences
ESALQ/USP
GVENCK is linked to the “Luiz de Queiroz” College of Agriculture, University of São Paulo, an institution with a strong tradition in agricultural sciences, education, research and extension.
Learn more about ESALQ/USP →Courses, Events and Academic Activities
In addition to research projects, GVENCK organizes academic activities, training opportunities and scientific events that contribute to the development of students and professionals in applied plant sciences.
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Genetics and Plant Breeding Group “Prof. Roland Vencovsky”
Genetics Department – LGN
Avenida Pádua Dias, 11 – Piracicaba/SP – CEP 13418-900