Presenter Information

Josh Lund, Utah State University

Class

Article

College

College of Science

Department

Biology Department

Faculty Mentor

Fabiane Mundim

Presentation Type

Poster Presentation

Abstract

The Dilution Effect Hypothesis1 argues that biodiversity reduces pathogen transmission risk due to dilution of susceptible hosts, enhanced microbial communities that suppress pathogens, interference competition, nutrient heterogeneity, and ecological stability.

Location

Logan, UT

Start Date

4-8-2025 12:30 PM

End Date

4-8-2025 1:20 PM

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Apr 8th, 12:30 PM Apr 8th, 1:20 PM

The Effects of Biodiversity on Plant Parasitic Nematodes

Logan, UT

The Dilution Effect Hypothesis1 argues that biodiversity reduces pathogen transmission risk due to dilution of susceptible hosts, enhanced microbial communities that suppress pathogens, interference competition, nutrient heterogeneity, and ecological stability.