Publications
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Feb 2017
A plant pathology perspective of fungal genome sequencing
Aylward J, Steenkamp ET, Dreyer LL, Roets F et al.
IMA Fungus
The majority of plant pathogens are fungi and many of these adversely affect food security. This mini-review aims to provide an...
Nov 2016
Unique clones of the pitch canker fungus, Fusarium circinatum, associated with a new disease outbreak in South Africa
Fru, F.F, Emma Steenkamp, Michael J. Wingfield, Santana QC et al.
European Journal of Plant Pathology
Pitch canker of pines is caused by the fungus Fusarium circinatum. In South Africa, this pathogen has mostly been a nursery...
Jan 2017
Antifungal actinomycetes associated with the pine bark beetle, Orthotomicus erosus, in South Africa
Human ZR, Slippers B, De Beer ZW, Wingfield MJ et al.
South African Journal of Science
<p>Actinomycete bacteria are often associated with insects that have a mutualistic association with fungi. These bacteria are...
Jan 2017
Comparison of three nucleic acid-based tests for detecting Anaplasma marginale and Anaplasma centrale in cattle
Mamohale E. Chaisi, Janine R. Baxter, Paidashe Hove, Chimvwele N. Choopa, Marinda C. Oosthuizen, Kelly A. Brayton, Zamantungwa T.H. Khumalo, Awelani M. Mutshembele, Moses S. Mtshali, Nicola E. Collins
Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
Several nucleic acid-based assays have been developed for detecting Anaplasma marginale and Anaplasma centrale in vectors and...
Jan 2017
Global Gene Expression Analysis of Cross-Protected Phenotype of Pectobacterium atrosepticum
Gorshkov V, Kwenda S, Petrova O, Osipova E et al.
PLoS ONE
The ability to adapt to adverse conditions permits many bacterial species to be virtually ubiquitous and survive in a variety of...
Jan 2017
An assessment of mangrove diseases and pests in South Africa
Osorio JA, Crous CJ, Wingfield MJ, De Beer ZW et al.
Forestry
Mangroves are critically important components of coastal ecosystems. However, their survival is globally threatened, mostly due...
Jan 2017
Network-based integration of systems genetics data reveals pathways associated with lignocellulosic biomass accumulation and processing
Mizrachi E, Verbeke L, Christie N, Fierro AC et al.
PNAS
As a consequence of their remarkable adaptability, fast growth, and superior wood properties, eucalypt tree plantations have...
Feb 2017
Commercialization of entomopathogenic nematodes: should import regulations be revised?
Abate BA, Wingfield MJ, Slippers B, Hurley BP
Biocontrol Science and Technology