Cell Host Microbe: NLR-dependent & -independent functions of RPW8/HR proteins

Atypical Resistance Protein RPW8/HR Triggers Oligomerization of the NLR Immune Receptor RPP7 and Autoimmunity

Lei Li et al., Cell Host Microbe, published Feb 26, 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chom.2020.01.012

In certain plant hybrids, immunity signaling is initiated when immune components interact in … Read the rest

Detlef to receive Novozymes Prize

Lifetime achievement award comes with 3 million kr

“The 2020 Novozymes Prize is being awarded to Professor Detlef Weigel (photo) for his outstanding research contributions that have led to groundbreaking new knowledge of the genetic structure of plants. His work … Read the rest

Congratulations Moi! Award of the American Society of Naturalists

Moises Exposito-Alonso receives 2020 Jasper Loftus-Hills Young Investigator Award of the American Society of Naturalists

The American Society of Naturalist’s Young Investigator Award goes to applicants who completed their PhD three years preceding the application deadline or are in their … Read the rest