Are fungal spores perfect projectiles? Evolution of ascospore shape.
Category
FP7 Project with U.S. partner
Short name and number
AFSPPEOAS (220670)
Area
Environment including Climate change
Description
Fungi are important components of our ecosystem since they both provide nutrition for many animals and are major recyclers of minerals and carbon. However, many fungi are parasites on plants, animals and other fungi. Serious fungal pathogens of cultivated plants cause extensive damage and losses to agriculture and forestry. The very common species usually found in pillows cause one of the most dangerous mortal infections in persons with immuno-deficiencies.
Participating Countries
France and United States.
Name of US Partner
PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE
Contact
INSTITUT PASTEUR (FR) / VERGASSOLA Massimo