Dr. Jaime Willbur

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jaime Willbur is an Associate Professor specializing in Integrated Disease Management with a focus on potato and sugar beet production. His research extension program aims to develop integrated management strategies for current and emerging diseases affecting potato and sugar beet crops. He investigates pathogen biology, ecology, and disease epidemiology, which contribute to the development of effective, economical disease management tools, predictive models, and remote sensing technologies. Willbur has published numerous research papers on topics related to Sclerotinia sclerotiorum and its impact on soybean crops, including studies on the spatiotemporal distribution patterns of this pathogen and its management. His academic background includes a B.S. in Chemical Biology from Lawrence Technological University and a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Willbur is dedicated to enhancing agricultural production through innovative research and collaboration with other scientists and industry stakeholders.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology