Costa Gumisiriya is a dedicated and passionate researcher currently pursuing a PhD, with a strong academic background and a deep-rooted enthusiasm for plant health and microbial ecology. Prior to joining Mountains of the Moon University, she worked at Busitema University and Kyambogo University as a part-time lecturer, where she had the privilege of sharing knowledge and inspiring future scientists.

Trained as a plant doctor, Costa brings a practical and diagnostic approach to plant health, with a particular interest in the intricate roles of microbes both above and below ground. Her research interests lie at the intersection of plant pathology, soil microbiology, sustainable agriculture, and agronomy.

In addition to her teaching and research, she has supervised students’ projects (at the certificate, diploma, and bachelor’s level), guiding them through their academic projects and fostering their growth as emerging scientists. She is committed to advancing scientific understanding and contributing to solutions that promote plant and soil health and environmental sustainability.