Dr. Jan Byrne

Professor

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Biography

Jan Byrne is a member of a multi-disciplinary diagnostic team at the Michigan State University (MSU) Plant Pest Diagnostic Clinic, focusing on the diagnosis of plant diseases. The lab annually receives between 1,000 and 1,500 plant samples for analysis, primarily from Michigan's commercial growers and private citizens. Through active collaborations with colleagues in the department, Jan addresses the challenges faced by Michigan's agriculture. Effective methods, including molecular-based diagnostic techniques developed from various research programs, enhance traditional diagnostic approaches. The clinic also participates in a federal program testing for Phytophthora ramorum, a destructive pathogen threatening Michigan's forests and nursery industries. Jan teaches courses on applied plant pathology and independent studies in plant diagnostics, contributing to the educational growth of students in the field of plant pathology. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in respected journals, providing invaluable insights into various plant diseases.

Research Interests

Experience

Diagnostician

— Present

Plant Pest Diagnostic Clinic • East Lansing, Michigan

Responsible for diagnosing plant diseases and managing plant health analyses.

Courses

PLP 105 Fundamentals Applied Plant Pathology PLP 890 Independent Study in Plant Diagnostics

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