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Alumni Voices: Richard Morrison '72

Richard Morrison ‘72 turned a PhD in plant pathology into a long and fruitful career in the seed industry.


JOB OPENING: Postdoctoral Associate in Ranjan Lab

A postdoctoral research position in the Ranjan Lab is open to a qualified candidate interested in soilborne microbes and potato.


Give to the Max 2023 a success

The Plant Pathology Staff Development Fund met its fundraising goal, as well as taking home an additional prize. 


Kristi Ledman passes PhD defense

Congrats to Kristi! 


Spookyfest's Best Dressed

A very Plant Path Halloween!


Give to the Max Nov 16, 2023

This year, we're supporting Staff Development to build a strong department. 


Introducing the Fungal Symposium

University of Minnesota faculty Devanshi Khokhani, Ashish Ranjan, Peter Kennedy, and Megan McCaghey brought together interdisciplinary researchers of fungal interactions by hosting a Fungal Symposium.


Fall Fun: CFANS Sampler and Apple Picking

Fall fun abounds in Plant Path! 


Borlaug Inspire Day 2023

UMN Plant Path brought education and fun to the 5th graders at Borlaug Inspire Day in Iowa!


Robert Alvarez Quinto returns as faculty

Alvarez Quinto (PhD '21) is returning to Minnesota as faculty plant virologist.