Characterization of Bipolaris bicolor germination: effects of a physical factor on fungal adaptability.

Studies on physiological responses to stimuli from physical factors are essential for understanding the dynamics of the microorganisms and higly important for the management of plant diseases. Besides, the development of an epidemiological model for pathogen populations requires studying their physiological responses to physical stimuli. The objective of this study was to evaluate the germination dynamics of spores from six isolates of Bipolaris bicolor under effects of light at 25 °C.

Insights into the Bioprospecting of the Endophytic Fungi of the Medicinal Plant Kunth (Rubiaceae): Detailed Biological Activities.

A multitude of plants from the Brazilian savanna are known for their medicinal properties. Many plants contain endophytic fungi, which lead to the production of bioactive compounds by both the fungi and their hosts. This study investigated the bioprospecting of endophytic fungi recovered from the leaves of , a native medicinal plant of the Brazilian savanna.

Physiological and Molecular Characterization of Occurring in Mango Trees.

The objective of this work was to accomplish the isolation, molecular identification and characterizing the physiology of the causal agent of the algal spot in mango trees. For this purpose, the pathogen growth was assessed in different culture media, with subsequent observation and measurements of the filamentous cells. The molecular identification was made using mycelium obtained from leaf lesions and pure algae colonies grown in culture medium.

Reaction of Cauliflower Genotypes to Black Rot of Crucifers.

This study aimed to evaluate six cauliflower genotypes regarding their resistance to black rot and their production performance. To do so, it was conducted two field experiments in Ipameri, Goiás, Brazil, in 2012 and 2013. It was used a randomized block design, with four replications (total of 24 plots).

Plant extracts to control Alternaria alternata in Murcott tangor fruits.

Background: Alternaria alternata causes the Alternaria brown spot disease (ABS) in many tangerines and their hybrids worldwide. Plant extracts offer an alternative method for controlling this disease, which control is based on chemical fungicides.

Aims: To identify plant species with antifungal properties against A.