Dr. William Bockus
Emeritus Professor
Education
- Ph.D. Plant Pathology, University California, Davis, 1978
- M.S. Biology, California State University, Long Beach, 1974
- B.S. Biology, University of California, Irvine, 1972
Research
Research emphasis is with soil-borne and foliar fungal diseases of wheat. Participates in the development of wheat germplasm resistant to fungal pathogens in Kansas. Studies the effects of various cultural practices (tillage, fertilizers, crop rotations, etc.) on diseases caused by these pathogens. Determines the efficacy of disease-control chemicals on wheat diseases. Studies the biology of wheat pathogens (life cycles, interactions with other microorganisms, effect of environment) in the laboratory, greenhouse and field
Specialization
Fungal diseases of wheat. Applied research aimed at disease management. Development of wheat germplasm tolerant to pathogens in Kansas.
Staff & Students
- Christian Cruz - Research Associate
- Mark Davis - Associate Scientist
- Katherine Gambone - Graduate Research Assistant
- Joseph Hahn - Graduate Research Assistant
Teaching
Teaching responsibilities include the undergraduate course Microbes, Plants and the Human Perspective taught every Spring Semester and the graduate course Plant Pathogenic Fungi taught Fall Semester in even-numbered years. Chairs important departmental committees related to teaching including Graduate Student Recruitment and Selection Committee and Graduate Student Club.
