A classification of the entire Phylum Nematoda is presented, based on current molecular,
developmental and morphological evidence. The classification reflects the evolutionary …

The aim of this review was to undertake a survey of researchers working with plant‐parasitic
nematodes in order to determine a 'top 10'list of these pathogens based on scientific and …

Fungi and nematodes are among the most abundant organisms in soil habitats. They
provide essential ecosystem services and play crucial roles for maintaining the stability of …

Root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) represent one of the most polyphagous genera of
plant-parasitic nematodes. To date, close to 100 valid species are recognized. In contrast to …

Nematodes are abundant and diverse, and include many parasitic species. Molecular
phylogenetic analyses have shown that parasitism of plants and animals has arisen at least …

Soil-transmitted nematodes, including the Strongyloides genus, cause one of the most
prevalent neglected tropical diseases. Here we compare the genomes of four Strongyloides …

Soil biota are essential for many soil processes and functions, yet there are increasing
pressures on soil biodiversity and soil degradation remains a pertinent issue. The …

Bursaphelenchus xylophilus is the nematode responsible for a devastating epidemic of pine
wilt disease in Asia and Europe, and represents a recent, independent origin of plant …

Plant pathogens have evolved a variety of different strategies that allow them to successfully
infect their hosts. Plant-parasitic nematodes secrete numerous proteins into their hosts …

Background Globodera pallida is a devastating pathogen of potato crops, making it one of
the most economically important plant parasitic nematodes. It is also an important model for …