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Mycorrhiza

Dr. Simon Egli

Cantharellus 300 mycorrhiza

We study the neutral and functional diversities of mycorrhizal fungi and their
significance in forest ecosystem resistance and resilience.

Actual research topics

pure culture
Four mycorrhizal fungi in pure culture.
  • Functional interactions between forest trees, mycorrhizal fungi and environment
  • Impact of drought and nitrogen addition on the functioning of mycorrhizal fungi
  • Role of the forest tree genetics and abiotic factors in structuring populations and communities of associated mycorrhizal fungi
  • Mycorrhizal infectivity and soil quality
  • Influence of forest management on the diversity and productivity of forest mushrooms
  • Space-time dynamics of deadwood and decomposition processes in a changing evironment

Methods

  • Genetic, genomic methods and enzymatic assays
  • Bioassays
  • Above- and belowground assessment of mycorrhizal diversity
 
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