Julian Liber

Journal article Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A · June 2, 2026 Cryptococcus neoformans is a fungal pathogen of humans that causes life-threatening meningoencephalitis. During infection, enlarged, polyploid titan cells are produced that promote persistence in the host, in part by resisting phagocytosis; under stress co ... Full text Link to item Cite

Aimea gen. nov. defines a novel plant-associated yeast genus in Microbotryomycetes with three novel species.

Journal article bioRxiv · April 10, 2026 Plant tissues and surfaces are among the largest microbial habitats on Earth, and commensal yeasts are common members of these communities, where they can contribute to plant-microbe interactions including the biological control of plant diseases. Here, we ... Full text Link to item Cite

Microbial community succession and dynamics during the season-long development of apple fruit (<i>Malus</i> × <i>domestica</i>).

Journal article Microbiology spectrum · April 2026 Microorganisms colonize every external and internal surface of plants, including fruits. Relatively little is known about the fruit microbiome and its role in disease resistance and fruit quality during fruit development and storage. The fruit tissue, the ... Full text Cite

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