Acknowledgements

This encyclopedia evolved from a suggested book project in 2001 into a CD published by the American Phytopathological Society in 2010, and subsequently a website launched in 2019. Over 200 contributors participated throughout the project's development.

Primary Inspiration

Malcolm C. Shurtleff (1922–2010), plant pathologist at the University of Illinois, recommended this documentation effort to Anne M. Alvarez, setting the project in motion.

Editorial Leadership

A. R. Weinhold, UC Berkeley, served as Editor in Chief and Past President of APS, providing advice and editorial guidance throughout.

Administrative Support

Holly A. Schroth (Haas Business School) contributed business expertise. Steve Kronmiller and Sue Figueroa from APS handled programming and permissions.

Country Coordinators

✓M. Goto — Japan
✓A. C. Hayward — Australia
✓D. S. Teakle — Australia
✓J. M. Young — New Zealand

Image Contributors

The project benefited from approximately a dozen specialists who provided extensive photographic materials, including I. W. Buddenhagen, L. E. Claflin, M. Daughtrey, and many others.

Professional Endorsement

N. W. Schaad and the APS Bacteriology Committee endorsed the project from its 2003 inception, providing important institutional support.