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Shining Light on Late Blight.

Francine Govers
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In this retrospective on my journey in science, I shine light on the ins and outs of the late blight pathogen Phytophthora infestans. While studying plant pathology, I became fascinated by the molecular mechanisms that govern the development of cells and organisms and ended up unraveling intimate plant-microbe interactions. I have been fortunate to work in an inspiring environment and with committed coworkers. I am proud of what we achieved as a team. By digging into the biology of Phytophthora and exploring genomes and pathogenicity mechanisms, we uncovered a treasure trove of novelties and peculiarities that offer ample opportunities for designing pathogen-informed control strategies.

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Francine Govers. 2026-04-30. Shining Light on Late Blight.. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-phyto-011325-113630

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