Offer DescriptionMolecular interaction among multiple organisms such as plant-insect-fungi was initially observed by the analysis of sugarcane defense genes in response to herbivore insects. In the borer-rot complex, a set of PR-4 proteins named Sugarwins was shown to be upregulated in sugarcane in response to the insect pest Diatraea saccharalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae), however, these proteins did not affect larval development or mortality but affected fungal pathogens Fusarium verticillioides and Colletotrichum falcatum associated with the pathosystem. The comprehension of this complex showed that the fungi modulate the volatile and attract female non-contaminated moths to lay their eggs in infected plants in favor of fungal dissemination in field conditions. This project aims to study the borer-rot complex’s multitrophic interaction. Studying this mechanism will provide insights into how the insects perceive and respond to volatiles and how fungi influence plant-insect interaction.Molecular interaction among multiple organisms such as plant-insect-fungi was initially observed by the analysis of sugarcane defense genes in response to herbivore insects. In the borer-rot complex, a set of PR-4 proteins named Sugarwins was shown to be upregulated in sugarcane in response to the insect pest Diatraea saccharalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae), however, these proteins did not affect larval development or mortality but affected fungal pathogens Fusarium verticillioides and Colletotrichum falcatum associated with the pathosystem. The comprehension of this complex showed that the fungi modulate the volatile and attract female non-contaminated moths to lay their eggs in infected plants in favor of fungal dissemination in field conditions. This project aims to study the borer-rot complex’s multitrophic interaction. Studying this mechanism will provide insights into how the insects perceive and respond to volatiles and how fungi influence plant-insect interaction.Where to apply E-mailbiologiamolecularESALQ@gmail.comRequirementsResearch Field Agricultural sciences » Agronomics Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications1) Undergraduate and PhD in Biology, Agronomy, Biotechnology, or related field within the last four years.2) Knowledge and experience in:a) Plant-insect-pathogen interaction;b) Molecular Biology;c) Microbiology;d) Produce laboratory-reared insects;e) Bioinformatics.Candidates should be creative and capable of developing a competitive research project while working in autonomy under the supervision of a team leader. Excellent communicative skills in English or Portuguese, both in writing and speech. Excited to collaborate with academic research partners.Languages ENGLISH Level GoodResearch Field Agricultural sciences » AgronomicsBiological sciences » BiologyAdditional InformationSelection processFor application send:a) CV;b) Letter of intent (up to two pages);c) Contact details of two referees who can give independent verification of your experience, skills, and qualities.Additional commentsThe initial contract is for 24 months and can be renewed for 12 months. The stipend is R$ 9.318,90 monthly and Research Contingency Funds (10 percent of the annual value of the fellowship). Starting time will be Jully 1st, 2024. Full-time position.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture, University of Sao Paulo (ESALQ-USP) Country Brazil State/Province Sao Paulo City Piracicaba GeofieldContact State/ProvinceSao Paulo CityPiracicaba WebsiteStreetAvenida Pádua Dias, 11 Postal Code13418-900STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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