# PlantHealth2026

Awesome MPMI Symposium at #PlantHealth2026. Translating Molecular interactions into disease management. First up - Sheng Yang He. Effectors that induce watersoaking and nutrient release coupled with inhibitors of these processes. 1/n 🧵

Sheng Yang He at the podium. Bacterial effector biology: from basic understanding to potential applications

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Gitta Coaker

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Providence. #PlantHealth2026

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Gitta Coaker

@gittacoaker.bsky.social

Roger Innes (Indiana U). Talk spanned identifying PBS1 kinase cleavage leading to NLR activation to inserting other protease cleavage sites into PBS1's active site to trigger immunity. Exciting work using this system to recognize a soybean cyst nematode effector protease. #PlantHealth2026

Roger Innes at the podium. Engineering Resistance to Soybean Cyst Nematodes using decoy substrates of SCN proteases.

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

1 day ago

Thank you for attending #PlantHealth2026! 🌱 You made this year's meeting one to remember. We can't wait to see you next year in Minneapolis, July 31–August 3! Save the date: www.apsnet.org/meetings/a… #plantpathology #PlantHealth2027

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Morgan Carter

@morgancarterphd.bsky.social

about 1 year ago

Aloha #PlantHealth2025! Mahalo for the fun times, lovely stories, good questions, cool ideas, and tropical vibes. #PlantHealth2026 will be in Rhode Island - hopefully we will have more folks on the skyline by then!!

A selfie of me smiling in front of a Hawaiian mural that says Aloha plant health 2025

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

What happens when cutting-edge molecular science meets practical disease management? A sold-out symposium and plenty of excitement at #PlantHealth2026! Thank you to everyone who joined "Translating Molecular Interactions into Disease Management." bit.ly/4vYNbbn

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Edel Pérez-López 🇨🇦

@edelplopez.bsky.social

#PlantHealth2026 is underway, and what better time to share our latest research on the clubroot pathogen! 🌱 🎉 Congratulations to Melaine on her third first-author paper and the final research chapter of her PhD, now out in @mpmijournal.bsky.social Link: apsjournals.apsnet.org/do…. 1/3

apsjournals.apsnet.org

A Clubroot Pathogen PBS3-Like Effector Manipulates Hormonal Crosstalk to Alter Root Morphology in Arabidopsis and Canola | Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions®

Plasmodiophora brassicae, the causal agent of clubroot disease, actively manipulates host hormone pathways to promote infection. Previous studies identified PbGH3 as a putative GH3-like effector with ...

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Invasive Species Collaborative at Virginia Tech

@vt-invasivespecies.bsky.social

The ISC participated in a special session at #PlantHealth2026 that focused on forest health. The session demonstrated how cross-disciplinary groups strengthen our ability to detect, respond to, & manage forest health challenges through shared expertise and coordinated research 🌳🌲

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

Science and policy are more connected than ever. Attendees at "Public Policy 101 for Plant Pathologists" explored how research, advocacy, and regulatory decision-making intersect and learned how they can help shape the future of plant health. #PlantHealth2026

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Gitta Coaker

@gittacoaker.bsky.social

Last but not least, Tirtha Lamichhane (U Florida). Additions that allow for enhanced Agro transient expression in citrus. #PlantHealth2026

Tirtha Lamichhane at the podium. Exploration of the Interactions between Xanthomonas citri - Agrobacterium and citrus to improve transient expression in plants

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Gitta Coaker

@gittacoaker.bsky.social

Hannah Toth (newly minted PhD from Ohio State). Role of plasmid-borne effectors driving lineage emergence of Xanthomonas causing bacterial blight on geraniums. #PlantHealth2026

Hannah Toth at the podium. Convergence of plasmid-borne effectors drive recent lineage emergence

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Gitta Coaker

@gittacoaker.bsky.social

Charis Ramsing @charisramsing.bsky.social (UC Davis). Very cool (although I am biased) talk on how Clavibacter colonizes the plant with high resolution microscopy and cellular stains; plus an effector protease target that enables escape from xylem rings. #PlantHealth2026

Charis Ramsing at the podium. Slipping through the cracks: how Clavibacter exploits plant anatomy to advance disease.

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

1 day ago

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@biochambers.bsky.social

If you haven't done so already, stop by our booth and talk to Ronnie about ThermoCleanze! #PlantHealth2026

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

Participants in the #APSGivesBack: Providence Parks field trip spent the morning of August 1 making a positive impact in our host city. Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and energy! #PlantHealth2026

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

Congrats to the Student Travel Awardees! These students represent the future of #PlantPathology, bringing fresh ideas, curiosity, and passion to our community. Thanks to support from the #APSFoundation, they're connecting with peers and presenting research at #PlantHealth2026!

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Invasive Species Collaborative at Virginia Tech

@vt-invasivespecies.bsky.social

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

Connections, conversations, and community started bright and early at the Women & Allies in Plant Pathology Breakfast! 🌱 Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event such a welcoming and impactful start to the day at #PlantHealth2026. 💚

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

Some moments from the #PlantHealth2026 Opening Reception. Don't forget to stop by the Exhibit Hall during networking breaks on Monday and Tuesday to connect with fellow attendees, shop the APS PRESS bookstore, and connect with industry partners!

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

Looking to grow your network at #PlantHealth2026? 🌱 Visit the Divisions Hub during scheduled networking breaks to meet colleagues, connect with Division leaders and members, and discover new opportunities to get involved in APS. We hope to see you there!

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

@plantdisease.bsky.social

A highlight from the Welcome Reception was Pitch120. Participants delivered fast-paced research pitches. Attendees got a glimpse of exciting science while supporting colleagues as they honed their science communication skills for our panel of judges. 👏 #PlantHealth2026

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

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American Phytopathological Society (APS)

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