Plant Biology and Biogeochemistry Department annual report 1998

The annual report from the Plant Biology and Biogeochemistry Department aims to provide a summary of our research and achievements and to give an idea of the research directions in the Department. The Department is engaged in research to establish the scientific basis for new methods in industrial and agricultural production. Through basic and applied experimental research, the Department aspires to develop methods and technology for industrial and agricultural production, exerting less stress and strain on the environment. The research approach in the Department is mainly experimental. In the autumn of 1997 it was decided to reorganize and expand the Department and in 1998 the Department includes six research programmes and special facilities. Selected departmental research activities during 1998 are introduced and reviewed in seven chapters: 1. Introduction, 2. Plant-Microbe Symbioses, 3. Plant Products and Recycling of Biomass, 4. DLF-Risø Biotechnology, 5. Plant Genetics and Epidemiology, 6. Biogeochemistry, 7. Plant Ecosystems and Nutrient Cycling. The Department’s contribution to education and training are presented. Lists of publications, papers accepted for publications, guest lectures, exchange of scientists, lectures and poster presentations at international meetings are included in the report. Names of the scientific and technical staff members, visiting scientists, Postdoctoral fellows, Ph.D. students, M.Sc. students and apprentices are also listed