Tristan Watson

Tristan Watson is an Assistant Professor at Louisiana State University's College of Agriculture, Department of Plant Pathology & Crop Physiology. His research focuses on integrated nematode management strategies for Louisiana crops, emphasizing non-fumigant nematicides, soil health, and nematode distribution. Watson holds a Ph.D. in Biology (2018, UBC) and B.Sc. in Microbiology (2013, UBC).

Education:

• 2018: Ph.D. in Biology, University of British Columbia, Canada
• 2013: B.Sc. in Microbiology, University of British Columbia, Canada
• 2018–2020: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Entomology and Nematology Department, University of Florida

Research Interests:

• Evaluation of chemical and biological nematicides
• Soil health's role in pest suppression
• Nematode interspecific interactions
• Regional distribution of plant-parasitic nematodes

Publications reflect a focus on nematicide efficacy, soil amendment impacts, and crop resistance mechanisms. Key themes include non-fumigant alternatives, compost-based solutions, and resistance screening in sweetpotato, soybean, and strawberry systems.

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