Pierce's Disease
Research Updates

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What is Pierce's Disease?

Pierce's Disease is a bacterial infection, which is spread by bugs that feed on grapevines, particularly the "glassy winged sharpshooter." Grapevines that become infected with PD can quickly become sick and die.

glassy-winged sharpshooter

UNDERSTANDING XYLELLA FASTIDIOSA COLONIZATION AND COMMUNICATION IN XYLEM LUMINA


  • Author(s): Burr, Thomas; Hoch, Harvey; Meng, Yizhi; Turner, James;
  • Abstract: Flow cells that emulate xylem vessels have been microfabricated in silicon and in polydimethylsiloxane. Xylella cells in these artificial vessels are being studied for colonization and biofilm development.
  • Publication Date: Aug 2003
  • Journal: 2003 Pierce's Disease Research Symposium