Catherine Wram

Catherine Wram is affiliated with the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology at Oregon State University. She holds a PhD in Plant Pathology and has been involved in teaching courses such as BOT 323 (Flowering Plants of the World) and BOT 350/550 (Introduction to Plant Pathology). Her research focuses on understanding how nematicides impact plant parasitic nematode biology and gene expression, contributing to agricultural pest management strategies.

Education:

• 2016 B.S. Cum Laude in Microbiology, Iowa State University
• 2016 B.S. Cum Laude in Genetics, Iowa State University

Research Interests: Her work bridges molecular biology and agricultural science, examining the effects of chemical agents on parasitic organisms. Key areas include nematode resistance mechanisms and gene expression under pesticide exposure.

Awards:

• 2018 Anita Summers Travel Award
• 2017 Malcolm and Catherine Quigley Student Travel Award

Labs/Teams: Associated with the Research Way Laboratory Building (4575 SW Research Way, Corvallis, OR 97333), where she conducts experimental studies on plant-pathogen interactions.