Combating myrtle rust, a new disease threatening Australia’s unique flora

该项目旨在减少桃金娘锈病的影响，这是一种侵袭性植物疾病。桃金娘锈病是一种全球重大的生物多样性威胁，正在迅速蔓延到新的地区。它影响了许多标志性的本土物种，也影响了商业行业。预期的项目成果是：全面了解成功的植物防御所涉及的寄主基因，以及建立寄生性所涉及的病原体基因。该项目将采用新的方法，加强生物技术在澳大利亚生物安全方面的应用。主要的预期好处是；为植物育种者和保护地管理者提供特定于基因的工具，以及改善对新的锈菌菌株构成的威胁的准备。

This project aims to reduce the impact of myrtle rust, an invasive plant disease. Myrtle rust is a globally significant biodiversity threat that is rapidly spreading to new regions. It affects many iconic native species as well as impacting commercial industries. The expected project outcomes are; a comprehensive understanding of the host genes involved in successful plant defence, and of the pathogen genes involved in the establishment of parasitism. The project will employ new approaches that enhance the application of biotechnology to Australian biosecurity. Key expected benefits are; gene-specific tools for plant breeders and conservation land managers, and improved preparedness for the threat posed by new rust strains.