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鈥淚 enjoyed the chance to present my work to peers, the public and press as well as create a poster and report for scientific publication.鈥�

Hazel worked with senior plant pathologists Dr Liz Beal and Dr Matthew Cromey, and Dr Jon Banks from Bartlett Tree Experts, on cultural and green chemical control of cucurbit powdery mildew, funded by the British Mycological Society.

 鈥淚 enjoyed carrying out a practical experiment and learning how to carry out identifications under the microscope, and through DNA extraction.鈥�

 鈥淚 have explored a fascinating area of science, and have gained a brand new breadth of knowledge. The plant health team were supportive and encouraging throughout my studentship, and I feel really inspired by my time at Wisley.鈥�

 鈥淭he opportunity to write a literature review about powdery mildew provided me with a great insight into the field of plant pathology and advanced my research skills. The support from a leading plant pathology expert was invaluable and has affirmed my interest in this field.鈥�

鈥淚 was based mostly at the field research facility where I reared moths from larvae for experiments and monitored box tree moth infestation on box tree plots. The results from this project will help us work out ways to reduce infestation and protect box tree plants in the future.鈥�

Working for 10 weeks alongside Dr Hayley Jones, Julie investigated the life cycle of  the agapanthus gall midge.

鈥淭he placement was incredibly insightful and rewarding. I received much needed guidance from the 911爆料 research staff and am so grateful for the opportunity to experience life as a research scientist. I learned the principles of experimental design and project management and presented my research findings at a BSPP conference.鈥�

• Investigating endophytic Trichoderma for bio-control of honey fungus
• Developing molecular methods for honey fungus species identification
• Identifying gastropod feeding preferences
• Analysis of soil fauna diversity following slug control