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Dr. Megan Dewdney is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in the Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Florida's Citrus Research and Education Center. Her extension work focuses on integrated management strategies for citrus canker, citrus greening (huanglongbing), and fungal pathogens, while her research investigates the biology of bacterial and fungal pathogens to develop enhanced disease control methods. She holds a Ph.D. and leads active research programs in citrus pathology.
Her primary research interests include:
- Integrated disease management systems for citrus pathogens
- Biology and epidemiology of fungal and bacterial diseases in citrus
- Development of molecular detection tools for plant pathogens
- Implementation of precision agriculture technologies for disease forecasting
- Physiological impacts of huanglongbing on citrus trees
Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong emphasis on:
- Advanced detection methods using hyperspectral imaging and machine learning
- Genomic studies of fungal pathogens like Phyllosticta citricarpa
- Development of web-based disease advisory systems for growers
- Physiological management of huanglongbing-affected trees
- Molecular characterization of citrus pathogens
She currently advises doctoral student Eva Mulandesa and collaborates with postdoctoral researcher Pamela Suellen. Her laboratory team includes research technicians, a lab manager, and program support staff focused on citrus pathology research.
