Our new study reveals diverse #Colletotrichum species causing pre-harvest #apple bitter rot and Glomerella leaf spot in Italy. Findings highlight the need for targeted disease management strategies to protect apple orchards. @plantdisease.bsky.social @salvos-98.bsky.social
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@ecfg172025.bsky.social #ECFG17 #FungalGenetics #fungi #conference #GalaDinner

🚀 Impressive talk @ecfg172025.bsky.social by @fungage-lab.bsky.social on giant transposable elements and how the fuel fungal evolution 🧬

#fungi #evolution #trasposableelements #dublin

Great session at #ECFG17 today! The #Colletotrichum workshop featured excellent talks and discussions on genetics, evolution, and host interactions. Thanks to all speakers and participants for sharing amazing science! @ecfg172025.bsky.social @henriklicht.bsky.social

Can whole #genome sequencing resolve taxonomic ambiguities in #fungi?

Our latest study explores #Colletotrichum species associated with ferns, showcasing the power of WGS in fungal classification 🧬

🔗 doi.org/10.3389/ffun...

#plantpathogens #phylogenomics #ferns #evolution

🌽 The maize pathogen Colletotrichum graminicola is shaped by long-distance gene flow and recombination, influencing its evolution and global spread.

Understanding these dynamics is crucial for disease management and crop protection.

🔗 Read more here: doi.org/10.3897/imaf...

🌿✨ We are excited to announce that the official website for the 1st International Summer School on Plant PathoGenomics is now online! ✨🌿

Explore the details & apply now: www.2p4s2f.com

#PlantPathology #Genomics #Bioinformatics #ResearchTraining #2P4S2F

Fascinating insights into #Fusarium oxysporum! 🌟 A new study uses reference-free pangenome variation to reveal the #evolution of accessory chromosomes, showcasing their role in host specificity and horizontal transfer. Wow!!!
#FungalGenomics @mfseidl.bsky.social

www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...

Join us for the #Colletotrichum Workshop at #ECFG17 in Dublin on 2nd March 2025!

Explore the latest on genetics, evolution, host-pathogen interactions, and more.

More details: ecfg17.org/ecfg17-satel...

#FungalGenetics #fungi #genetics #ECFG2025

“The 2024 Outline of Fungi and Fungus-like Taxa” is here, providing a comprehensive update to the fungal taxonomic landscape. With over 1000 notes on new genera & taxa, it’s an essential resource for mycologists worldwide.
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#Mycology #FungalTaxonomy #FungiResearch