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Parascovia Sava (born October 21, 1955) is a Moldovan agricultural scientist specializing in horticulture and small fruits. She has made significant contributions to the field through her research, publications, and practical work in the cultivation and improvement of various small fruit species.

'''Education: Parascovia Sava attended the Lyceum Romanian-French "Gh. Asachi" from 1963 to 1973. She then pursued her higher education at the Agrarian State University of Moldova, where she completed her studies at the Faculty of Horticulture from 1977 to 1982.

'''Professional Experience: From 1982 to 1998, Sava worked as a Research Scientist in the Small Fruits Laboratory of Bushes. In 1998, she had the opportunity to undergo an internship at the Horticulture Research Institute (HRI East Malling) in the United Kingdom, focusing on the improvement of varieties, cultivation techniques, and production of planting materials for small fruits, particularly strawberries and raspberries.

In 2003, Sava obtained her PhD in agriculture with a thesis on "Productivity of gooseberry culture depending on variety and planting distance." Her research and expertise led to the introduction of two new gooseberry varieties, Donetskii krupnoplodni and Donetskii pervenets, which were included in the Register of Plant Varieties of the Republic of Moldova.

Throughout her career, Sava has authored four technological recommendations, a monograph on small fruit cultivation, and around 70 scientific and practical works published in national and international journals. She has also presented her research findings at numerous symposiums and conferences.

Beyond her scientific contributions, Sava has been actively involved in various organizations and initiatives. She served as a City Councilor in the Council of the City of Durlești from 2003 to 2007. In 2006, she founded and became the president of the NGO "AGRO-DICOM," which provides advice and assistance to farmers. Additionally, Sava played a crucial role in the establishment of the NGO Association of Berries Producers "BACIFERA" in 2010, aiming to support and guide berry producers.

Sava's work extends beyond research and academia. She has been instrumental in implementing small fruit technologies in production, particularly in the district of Orhei, Moldova. Projects led by Sava have focused on the transfer of technology for strawberry cultivation and the implementation of small fruit technologies.

In terms of languages, Parascovia Sava is fluent in Romanian and Russian, with a good command of French and English.

Currently, Sava continues her work as a Research Scientist in the Small Fruits Laboratory at the Research Institute for Horticulture and Food Technology. Her dedication to advancing small fruit cultivation techniques and her extensive contributions to the field have made her a respected figure in the agricultural community.