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Dr. Bob Bowden is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology at Kansas State University. His research focuses on the genetics of resistance to wheat leaf rust, stem rust, and stripe rust. He is affiliated with the USDA-ARS and collaborates with facilities such as the Wheat Genetics Resource Center and Plant Transformation Facility.
- Education:
- Ph.D. Plant Pathology, University of Wisconsin, 1989
- M.S. Plant Pathology, University of Minnesota, 1981
- B.S. Botany & Plant Pathology, Michigan State University, 1978
His research integrates disease ecology and genetics to improve wheat resilience against rust pathogens. He contributes to initiatives like the Great Plains Diagnostic Network and the Biosecurity Research Institute. Teaching and outreach activities align with Kansas State’s mission in agricultural science education.
Facilities and teams: Affiliated with the USDA-ARS and key university facilities, including the Integrated Genomics Facility and Fungal Genetics Stock Center.
