Forest Pathology

Last changed: 11 September 2023
A big pile of logs, photo.

Our research in forest pathology concentrates on pathogenic fungi causing diseases in forests. We study the interactions between the pathogen, the host tree and the environment from molecular to ecosystem level.

We investigate the biology of the fungal pathogens, colonization and dispersal patterns as well as possible measures to control or prevent damage to the forests.

Watch a movie from Future Forest about forestry and climate change.

Ongoing projects


Contact

Professor Malin Elfstrand

Portrait of a woman outdoors. Photo.

Department of Forest Mycology and Plant Pathology,
Division of Forest Pathology
malin.elfstrand@slu.se, 018-671579