Monika Maurhofer Bringolf

Monika Maurhofer is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Systems Science, ETH Zurich, specializing in multitrophic interactions within the rhizosphere. Her research bridges plant pathology, microbial ecology, and biological control of plant diseases and insect pests.

• 1988: Dipl. sc. nat., ETH Zurich
• 1993: Dr. sc. nat., ETH Zurich

Research focuses on biocontrol pseudomonads and their molecular interactions with plants, fungi, and insects. Key projects include:

• Understanding Pseudomonas protegens mechanisms in rhizosphere colonization
• Comparative genomics of entomopathogenic bacteria
• Developing disease-suppressive compost diagnostics
• Investigating microbial consortia for pest control

2024-2025 publications highlight her work on entomopathogenic pseudomonads and nematode-bacteria symbiosis, with applications in sustainable agriculture. She received the Golden Owl Award for teaching excellence in 2014 and 2017. Current collaborations include Syngenta Crop Protection and interdisciplinary teams at University of Zurich and University of Basel.