Plant Pathology focuses on using the latest molecular biology tools combined with a basic disciplinary approach to drive cutting-edge research in host-pathogen relationships, taxonomy and genetic diversity of fungal plant pathogens and development of diagnostics for biosecurity.
The outputs are expected to be a better understanding of the complex interactions of plant pathogens associated with yield decline in cropping systems, integrated control measures with less reliance on fungicides, in-country preparedness for and protection from incursion of exotic diseases; and the molecular mechanisms that control flowering time and associated trade-offs in Brassicaceae. The research is underpinned by teaching in Plant Pathology.
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For enquiries, please contact Dr Niloofar Vaghefi - vaghefin@unimelb.edu.au