Essays about: "blast disease"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 essays containing the words blast disease.
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1. Analyses of circular DNA molecules in the leafhopper Psammotettix alienus for identification of viruses and plasmids
University essay from SLU/Dept. Of Plant BiologyAbstract : Microorganisms often depend on vectors for transmission. A single vector may carry different species of microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria and viruses. In Sweden, leafhoppers of the species Psammotettix alienus are known as a vector of wheat dwarf virus, but they may be carriers of other microorganisms as well. READ MORE
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2. Efficacy of silver nanoparticles against rice blast disease and farmers perception about its management in Bangladesh
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)Abstract : Rice blast caused by Magnaporthe grisea is one of the major and recurrent threats for sustainable rice production in Bangladesh. To mitigate this problem, the current study was aimed to investigate the efficacy of silver nanoparticles against rice blast disease and farmers’ perception or knowledge about rice blast disease management in Bangladesh. READ MORE
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3. Invasive Phytophthora species affecting broadleaved tree species in urban and landscape settings in Southern Sweden
University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research CentreAbstract : Phytophthora translates to ‘plant destroyer’ and are fungal-like, hemibiotrophic plant pathogens. Phytophthora was discovered in the mid 19th century, as the causal agent of the widespread collapse of potato crops throughout Europe. READ MORE
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4. Detection of cassava brown streak viruses in coastal Tanzania
University essay from SLU/Department of Plant Biology (from 140101)Abstract : Cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) is a factor which can decrease cassava production up to 70%. Cassava is an important crop, especially in sub-Saharan Africa for small-scale farms, as it is a staple food with tolerance to local conditions such as draught. READ MORE
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5. Emerging infectious diseases : a model of disease transmission dynamics at the wildlife-livestock interface in Uganda
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public HealthAbstract : Emerging infectious diseases are a recurring threat to both human and animal health. Understanding the multiple causes behind the emergence of new diseases is key to the prevention of new and potentially devastating outbreaks. READ MORE