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Elucidating patterns of fungal epiphyte and endophyte growth on a variety of carbon substrates

Creator:

Thapliyal, Mrinal

Abstract:

Coastal Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii var. menziesii), a keystone species in the Pacific Northwest, relies on symbioses with microorganisms to obtain nutrients, potentially defend against pathogens, and perform a variety of other tasks. Two of the tree’s primary fungal symbionts are foliar epiphytes and endophytes, which reside on the exterior or...

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Honors College Thesis

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Botany and Plant Pathology ________________________________________________________ Jared