PhD position CNRS – Environmental factors modulating Orobanche parasitism in oilseed rape

The PhD project, funded by the ANR Orofit project, aims to explore how environmental factors like temperature and soil moisture influence the parasitism of Orobanche ramosa on oilseed rape. The research will involve analyzing the impact of these factors on parasite germination and attachment, as well as the role of microbial communities in controlling parasitism. The project is structured into three axes, focusing on the interactions between the parasite, host plant, and environmental conditions, ultimately contributing to biocontrol strategies.