Fungi engage in associations with other organisms across a continuum from pathogenic to mutualistic lifestyles. Hence, they require a compendium of molecular capacities, including partner recognition,...

Fungal effectors may have evolved from ancient antimicrobials, shaping plant microbiota and immunity during infection.

A team of plant researchers at the University of Cologne decodes a key infection strategy of fungal pathogens. Significant findings for disease control, plant protection and food security as well as f...

Nature Plants - The plant general non-self response system is triggered by leaf microbiota members and, in turn, impacts their colonization.