Now we were interested in an endophytic fungus whose role in poplar-insect interactions is still largely unexplored," says first author Christin Walther, explaining the starting point of the study.

Researchers report on the influence of an endophytic fungus of the genus Cladosporium on the defense of black poplars against herbivorous insects. The fungus, which lives inside the leaves ...

Feb. 26, 2025 — Researchers report on the influence of an endophytic fungus of the genus Cladosporium on the defense of black poplars against herbivorous insects. The fungus, which lives inside ...

Some of these organisms, mostly bacteria or fungi, make the plants sick, while others have no harmful effect on the plants or are even beneficial. Previous studies of endophytic fungi living ...

On March 6, 2025, the University hosted its Twelfth Annual Research Day competition, providing students from diverse disciplines with a platform to showcase their innovative research. The event ...

Endophytic fungi of the genus Cladosporium enhance black poplar defenses by increasing the production of defensive substances and producing the alkaloid stachydrine, which deters herbivorous insects.