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Charakas, Khokhani publish insights about interactions in the mycorrhizosphere

This paper unpacks the tripartite interactions between roots, soil microbial communities, and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, and provides a framework for future research and exploration. 


Nick Rajtar passes PhD defense

Congratulations, Nick! 


Alumni Voices: Andrew Sathoff ‘19

Andrew Sathoff '19 is a leader in teaching and research at Dakota State University just five years after obtaining his PhD with Deb Samac at UMN Plant Pathology.


The magic is back: “Fungi Magic” returns to the SPH Summer Institute

Faculty members Megan McCaghey and Bob Blanchette have once again teamed up with the UMN School of Public Health’s Carolyn Porta to offer “Fungi ‘Magic’: An Exploration of Historic and Current Roles of Mushrooms in Health and Preventing Diseases of Humans, Animals, Plants, and the Environment.” 


Corn tar spot insights newly published by Solórzano, Malvick, Floyd, Subbaiah

May 20, 2024

This new publication on tar spot of corn caused by Phyllachora maydis provides valuable context about the disease's pathosystem and potential improvements to management strategies.


Borlaug Inspire Day welcomes spring

Becca Hall, Yoonjung Lee, Molly Veregge, and Lucas Roberts (APG) made the trek to Cresco, Iowa to educate young Iowans about the Borlaug legacy. 


Opening: Plant Pathology Department Head with Faculty Rank

The Department Head is the lead academic and strategic officer for the department who works to recruit, mentor, and retain outstanding faculty, graduate students, and academic staff in a set of related disciplines in addition to serving as the administrative leader of departmental programs.


2024 Awards Day

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 PLPA Awards!


Anita Jurevica: My Plant Path video

Mycotoxin researcher Anita Jurevica brings positivity and a growth mentality to life's many challenges and surprises.
 


Hear Megan McCaghey on Plantopia podcast

In "Soilborne in the USA," Assistant Professor Megan McCaghey discusses her career path, research, and process with host Matt Kasson.