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Dr. Ir. Gina Erida, M.Si is actively researching in the fields of agricultural science and plant ecology, focusing on weed management, natural bioherbicides, forest conservation, and increasing sustainable agricultural productivity. Some of her works include research on the herbicidal activity of Ageratum conyzoides L. against Amaranthus spinosus L. weeds along with the GC-MS profile of n-hexane extracts, as well as the effect of babadotan methanol extracts on the growth of various types of weeds as an environmentally friendly control alternative. In addition, he contributed to research on forest stand identification in the Geumpang Protected Forest Area, Pidie, Aceh, as well as salinity stress mitigation in rice through compost application, demonstrating his competence in integrating plant ecology, forestry, and agricultural cultivation to support sustainable natural resource management.

Dr. Ir. Gina Erida, M.Si specializes in sustainable agriculture, environmental conservation, and ethnobotany. Their research explores natural solutions for enhancing agricultural productivity and ecosystem health, including the use of compost to mitigate salinity stress in rice and eco-enzyme solutions made from fruit and vegetable waste for vegetable cultivation. Dr. Ir. Gina Erida, M.Si also studies the potential of plant extracts, such as Ageratum conyzoides (Babadotan), as natural herbicides to control invasive weeds, promoting eco-friendly farming practices.

Additionally, their ethnobotanical work focuses on traditional plant-based knowledge, particularly medicinal plants used by local communities in Aceh. Through a holistic approach, Dr. Ir. Gina Erida, M.Si combines agricultural innovation with environmental conservation and community well-being