Shining Light on Late Blight
Abstract
In this retrospective on my journey in science, I shine light on the ins and outs of the late blight pathogen Phytophthora infestans. While studying plant pathology, I became fascinated by the molecular mechanisms that govern the development of cells and organisms and ended up unraveling intimate plant–microbe interactions. I have been fortunate to work in an inspiring environment and with committed coworkers. I am proud of what we achieved as a team. By digging into the biology of Phytophthora and exploring genomes and pathogenicity mechanisms, we uncovered a treasure trove of novelties and peculiarities that offer ample opportunities for designing pathogen-informed control strategies.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Light effects on plants
Plant Reproductive Biology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Annual Review of Phytopathology
- Publisher
- Annual Reviews
- Volume
- 64
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 1–24
- Publication date
- 30 April 2026
- Language
- EN