Dr. Mathews L. Paret is an Associate Professor of Plant Pathology at the University of Florida. For the past many years, he has been conducting research on nanomaterials to manage strains of Xanthomonas, Pseudomonas and Ralstonia infecting tomatoes and cucurbits. Spectral sensing and artificial intelligence are newer areas of his work.; development of diagnostic assays, understanding genetic diversity of strains/isolates, and sustainable management approaches for bacterial, fungal and viral pathogens affecting vegetables and ornamentals in the U.S and internationally are established areas of work. He is a recipient of Hewitt Award and Jane Award of the American Phytopathological Society, Global Fellow of the University of Florida, and Specialist of the Year of the Florida Association of County Agricultural Agents.