Harnessing genomics to unfold evolution of forest fungi and map fungal networks
Date:
Location:
WSL Birmensdorf, Hörsaal, and Zoom-Webinar
Organised by:
WSL
Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Francis Martin
Moderators:
Martina Peter
Languages:
English
Type of event:
Distinguished Lectures
Audience:
all interested in this topic
I will highlight the main insights that have been gathered from large-scale genomics of fungi inhabiting forests, focusing on the evolution of ectomycorrhizal fungi. I will also report on our recent effort to map fungal networks and their gene expression in upper montane subtropical forests.