OhioStatePlantPath @OSUPlantPath
The Department of Plant Pathology at The Ohio State University. Visit us at https://t.co/xHkqTUqW0k plantpath.osu.edu Columbus and Wooster, Ohio Joined February 2010-
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We want to recognize our faculty members who are stepping into or have recently finished serving in leadership roles for major national and international organizations. Read about each leader here: bit.ly/46sywdG
Big news for future Buckeyes! 🎉 Starting in Autumn 2026, the Regional Campus Commitment will cover tuition and fees for eligible first-year students at regional campuses and ATI, with the chance to finish their degree in Columbus. 🎓 go.osu.edu/C9G4
Many thanks to Dr. Jan Leach (Colorado State Univ) for visiting Ohio State in Columbus and Wooster, and for sharing her phytobiome research and career insights in the Distinguished Lecture in Plant Pathology. We had a wonderful visit!⭐Photo: Guo-Liang Wang (L) with Dr. Leach
Red Crown Rot (RCR) of soybean has been confirmed in Ohio for the first time. Learn more about this new soybean disease at agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/cor… and if you suspect RCR contact the OSU Soybean Pathology & Nematology Laboratory @OSUPlantPath @Ohiosoycouncil @CropNetwork
Welcome Buckeyes! Here is a glimpse of our autumn welcome events on the Wooster and Columbus campuses ❤️🩶 #GoBucks #CFAES #plantdoctors
Did you know - our mycology minor 🍄 is a growing program in @OSUPlantPath. Fungi are a major cause of plant disease, & human/animal diseases are on the rise. And - we've only begun to tap the benefits of these amazing organisms Pics: J Slot @fungolution
O-H-I-O from the #planthealth2025 meeting in Hawaii 😊 #plantdoctors #GoBucks
Shout out to our hard-working Plant Pathology majors, interns and grad students - passionate about saving our crops and trees, and helping people too❤️#GoBucks #CFAES @OSUPlantPath
A great morning with our student and early career members at the APS Foundation Breakfast! Thanks to your support, the APS Foundation continues to grow the future of plant pathology through funding, mentorship, and opportunity. #PlantHealth2025 #APSFoundation
Today in Honolulu, four APS Early Career members presented their virology research at #PlantHealth2025 in the Schroth Faces of the Future Symposium. Learn more about their presentations in the full schedule or the mobile app: bit.ly/3UtWNdX
Plant Pathology is taking over the CFAES social media this week! 🌱 Summer is a busy time for research, Extension and getting ready for the Autumn semester - Follow along to see the work of our Plant Doctors! @OSUPlantPath @OhioStateMPHM
At the Plant Health 2025 meeting in Hawaii - great to see our alumni and colleagues. Kudos to our awardees ⭐ #planthealth2025 @plantdisease
"Building connections early, seeking support when needed and staying open to new experiences can make a meaningful difference in your graduate journey," says Santosh Bhandari, a doctoral student from Nepal in @OSUPlantPath. @CFAES_OSU @OhioState oia.osu.edu/news/2025/07/0…
The Ohio 4-H Spark EXPO gives rising ninth and tenth graders the opportunity to explore possible career pathways while meeting other students with similar interests. Learn more in this video! 🍀
The countdown is on, and #PlantHealth2025 is almost here! There is still time to join us and experience cutting-edge science and collaboration at the premier event in plant pathology. Review the technical program: bit.ly/4lIBnp4 #plantpathology #technicalsessions
New special issue from Current Biology: the incredible Fungal Kingdom! From microscopic yeasts to the massive "humongous fungus" explore fungi’s roles in evolution, ecology, and discovery. Dive in: hubs.ly/Q03rdl9J0
When Camila Carvalho began pursuing her PhD with @OSUPlantPath, she quickly realized the opportunities available to her at Ohio State reached beyond academics. Read more about Camila's PhD journey here: bit.ly/4dLMYAN
Congratulations Kelsey Starr! Kelsey has been involved in exciting research on fungal endophtyes with @fungolution
Congratulations Kelsey Starr! Kelsey has been involved in exciting research on fungal endophtyes with @fungolution
Congratulations to our 2025 Distinguished Senior Award recipient from @OSUPlantPath, Kelsey Starr! 🌟 #CFAES #DistinguishedSenior
Congratulations to AAAS Fellows, including Dr. Enrico Bonello from Ohio State Plant Pathology 🌲🌳
Congratulations to AAAS Fellows, including Dr. Enrico Bonello from Ohio State Plant Pathology 🌲🌳

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