Chromosome-level assembly of the Phytophthora agathidicida genome reveals adaptation in effector gene families.

ABSTRACT: Phytophthora species are notorious plant pathogens, with some causing devastating tree diseases that threaten the survival of their host species. One such example is Phytophthora agathidicida, the causal agent of kauri dieback - a root and trunk rot disease that kills the ancient, iconic and culturally significant tree species, Agathis australis (New Zealand kauri). A deeper understanding of how Phytophthora pathogens infect their hosts and cause disease is critical for the development of effective treatments. Such an understanding can be gained by interrogating pathogen genomes for effector genes, which are involved in virulence or pathogenicity. Although genome sequencing has become more affordable, the complete assembly of Phytophthora genomes has been

SUBMITTER: Cox MP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9667082 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature