Gavin Ash

Gavin Ash is a registered supervisor at Charles Sturt University, affiliated with the College of Science and Engineering under the Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences. His research focuses on plant pathology, entomology, and biological control in agricultural systems.

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Key research areas include:

• Studying Puccinia sorghi diversity in Eastern Australia to improve maize breeding programs
• Analyzing cold storage requirements for fungal pathogens
• Evaluating compatibility of fungal entomopathogens with agrochemicals in macadamia production
• Investigating interactions between synthetic insecticides and biocontrol agents
• Exploring resistance mechanisms in maize against common rust

Recent collaborations highlight expertise in fungal entomopathogens and agronomic practices in Australia and South-eastern Australia.

Supervision roles include co-advising:

• PhD students: Amir Sohail, Ray Cowley, Bree Wilson
• Masters students: Cina Vipin, Kevin Healy