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Timothy Miles is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist at Michigan State University specializing in plant pathology with a focus on diseases affecting blueberries, grapes, hops, and other berry crops. He obtained his Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from Michigan State University and a B.S. in Biology from Western Michigan University. His research interests center on various aspects of mycology, genomics, population genetics, pathogen detection, and molecular diagnostics related to host resistance in small fruit crops. Dr. Miles has been involved in several significant studies, including the efficacy of fungicides, pathogen resistance mechanisms, and the dynamics of plant-microbe interactions within blueberry and grape production systems. He is actively engaged in extension work, aiming to disseminate knowledge and best practices to farmers in Michigan and beyond. His recent publications highlight innovations in rapid pathogen detection techniques and the impacts of fungicide resistance on crop health. His contributions towards maintaining plant health and advancing the scientific understanding of pathogen dynamics in agronomy make him a key figure in the field of plant pathology within the agricultural community.
Department of Psychology