My research focuses on plant viruses, particularly those infecting common beans, cassava, and other legumes. Specifically, virus-host interactions, associated microbial communities, and the broader plant virome. The objective being to elucidate the molecular mechanisms governing these interactions, including virus-host co-evolution, plant defense responses, and the impact of multiple infections on disease severity and crop yield. Additionally, my research explores metabolomic adaptations of plants under biotic stress, investigating how viral infections alter primary and secondary metabolites and metabolic pathways. This includes analyzing metabolic shifts triggered by infection, identifying key metabolites involved in plant defense, and discovering potential biochemical markers for disease resistance and monitoring. The ultimate goal being to support the development of broad-spectrum-resistant crop varieties, enhance climate resilience, and promote sustainable disease management strategies for legumes and cassava.