I am interested in how trees and microbes coexist in different environments. My current research projects focus on the role endophytic fungi in trees, including ecological interactions and tissue level phenomena (necrosis formation). I am also interested in early detection of damage in trees using spectral signals. Since October 2021 I am chairing a COST Action CA20132 - Urban Tree Guard - Safeguarding European urban trees and forests through improved biosecurity with focus on protecting trees i