Plant Science & Physiology

Mohammad Babadoost received his MS in Plant Pathology from Washington State University and PhD in Plant Pathology from North Carolina State University. In 1999, he joined the faculty of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and he is now Professor of Plant Pathology and Extension Specialist. He conducts research and extension programs on the biology and management of vegetable and fruit crops diseases, and teaches “Plant Disease Diagnosis and Management” and “Outreach Education Skills.” He has served as an Editor of the APS-FNT and ASHS HortTechnology and as a Reviewer for more than 20 journals. He has published 1 book, 4 book chapters, 1 monograph, 10 bulletins, 51 refereed articles, 86 articles in proceedings, 88 abstracts, and 175 articles in newsletters. He has developed a profound commitment to sharing his expertise in developing countries to advance the science of plant pathology and establishing food security in the world.