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Seeking solutions to combat pathogens in pear trees!
Researchers from REQUIMTE/UP involved in the BIOMEHEALTH project were in the Azores to isolate Saccharomyces cerevisiae and its "killer" virus to fight against Erwinia amylovora and Stenphylium vesicarium – Novel toxin's solutions are expected soon...
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Researchers from REQUIMTE/UP involved in the BIOMEHEALTH project carried out fieldwork in August in the Oeste region of Portugal to collect plant material from pear trees and soil. – A step forward in the characterization and control of Erwinia amylovora and Stenphylium vesicarium –
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1st Staff-visit at WUR took place in July 2025.
Coordination, sharing of project progress, technical demonstration of methodologies, and visits to orchards and facilities were the focus of this meeting.
The BIOMEHEALTH project is announcing the opening of two Post-Doc fellowship opportunities. Below are the links for potential applicants:
The project's first kickoff meeting took place on 14 January 2025!!