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Characterization of Fungal Communities in Selected Wood Species by Field Exposure Tests

Creator:

Torres-Andrade, Paola A.

Abstract:

Fungi are the primary biological agents of wood deterioration and cause major economic losses of wood products globally. Wood in outdoor applications tends to remain wet for extended time periods, making it susceptible to fungal attack. Understanding the factors involved in fungal colonization of wood is important for developing improved...

Resource Type:

Dissertation

Full Text:

like to thank Dr. Jeffrey Stone for his guidance in the identification of fungi and serving as my