Bull Lab
We study bacterial diseases of plants and mushrooms
The Pennsylvania State University
Plant Pathology & Environmental Microbiology Department
The focus of our research is Translational Taxonomy of Bacterial Plant Pathogens.
We use taxonomic inquiry to develop management strategies for bacterial diseases of plants and cultivated mushrooms. Management strategies include biological control, host plant resistance, inoculum detection and management, and changes crop production practices (e.g., crop rotation).
We have major projects investigating bacterial disease of Lettuce, Cucurbits, Beets and Chard, Mushrooms, and Potato. We provide taxonomic expertise for researchers and stakeholders in government, academia, and industry.
Bull Lab News
May 11, 2022
2022 Department awards and scholarships recipients announced
The Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology announced its 2022 awards and scholarships recipients during their annual celebration on May 2 at the Ramada Hotel & Conference Center in State College.
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November 24, 2021
Herschlag passes qualifying exam
Congratulations to Rachel for passing their qualifying exam this semester.
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October 11, 2021
Graduate students receive grants from Northeast SARE
The Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (SARE) program selected proposals of four plant pathology graduate students for the 2021 Graduate Student Grant Awards. SARE offers competitive grants to projects that explore and address key issues affecting the sustainability and future economic viability of agriculture.
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June 15, 2021
Four honored for commitment to diversity in College of Agricultural Sciences
Four individuals have received the 2021 Dr. William Henson Diversity Achievement Award from Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences, an honor that recognizes distinctive and outstanding teaching, research, extension or creative work that advances diversity in the college.
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