We are conducted a national survey of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal communities in Australia.

This led to the development of the database of diversity of AM fungi in Australia.

See www.ausamf.com to check it out.

What are the processes that determine the identity and abundance of AM fungi in different habitats?

This is a big question!

It is particularly interesting one for AM fungi as obligate symbionts, and as a relatively 'species-poor' group of fungi that is widespread.

We are currently exploring the most effective methods to detect AM fungi through the use of advanced molecular tools, different sequencing techniques.

By leveraging these innovative approaches, we aim to enhance our understanding of AM fungi and their interactions within various ecosystems.

We explore how plant responses (physiological, biochemical) to environmental factors are shaped by their interactions with fungi.

This includes how plant defence phenotypes shift under these contexts.

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Umeå Plant Science Centre

Umeå University, Department of Plant Physiology

Umeå, Sweden