Agencia Estatal Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientificas, Madrid, Spain
This lecture introduces advanced technological methods used in modern forest pathology, focusing on DNA sequencing and phenomics. It explains how molecular tools enable precise identification of pathogens and improve understanding of their genetic diversity, evolution, and spread. The talk also highlights phenomics approaches—high-throughput imaging and data analysis techniques that assess disease symptoms, host responses, and pathogen interactions at scale. Together, these technologies enhance diagnostic accuracy, support early detection, and strengthen forest health monitoring and research.