Anthony Young
- Email:
- anthony.young@uq.edu.au
- Phone:
- +61 7 54601 358
- Mobile:
- 0499292390
Overview
Background
I have a keen interest in the evolutionary relationships that underpin symbioses, particularly those involved in plant disease. There are countless examples of how diseases have impacted on different crops throughout history, and this is an ongoing issue that deleteriously impacts food security. My research involves developing a better understanding of the epidemiology of plant diseases and pests, and delivering improved diagnostics and field management. Working with collaborators and international experts, my work involves research on a broad range of plants that are affected by bacteria, fungi, oomycetes and viruses. I have a strong interest in the biotic factors that govern soil health and the methods by which we can promote the development of beneficial microbial communities.
Availability
- Associate Professor Anthony Young is:
- Not available for supervision
- Media expert
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, Macquarie University
- Doctor of Philosophy, Macquarie University
Research interests
-
Understanding germination of emu bush seeds
Emu bush (Eremophila spp.) are important members of Australia's native fauna. However, their floriculture is impeded by poor germination. We are trying to understand why and to improve seed germination.
-
Improving ratoon stunting disease management
Ratoon stunting disease (RSD) is costing Australia over $200M annually. Management can be improved by utilising genetic resistance. We are working on improving management of RSD.
-
Molecular identification of novel taxa
We use molecular methods to identify pests and pathogens associated with a range of different cropping systems.
Research impacts
I have led the Australian sugar industry in the management of ratoon stunting disease and chlorotic streak disease, and have had a pivotal role in developing diagnostic tests for bacterial diseases of mungbean. I developed a project that has led to improved potato production in the southern Philippines, while my training and mentorship has delivered pathology and diagnostic expertise to numerous Australian and international scientists. My work on the Australian Sugar Industry Biosecurity Group and related committees has improved biosecurity outcomes in Australia and abroad. There are exciting opportunities to work on a broad range of different crop presentations and to deploy the latest in molecular technologies to address the many challenges facing agriculture in the 21st Century.
Works
Search Professor Anthony Young’s works on UQ eSpace
2015
Conference Publication
Diverse Leifsonia genotypes are associated with sugarcane in Australia
Young, A. and Nock, C. (2015). Diverse Leifsonia genotypes are associated with sugarcane in Australia. 1st Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 16-18 November 2015.
2015
Conference Publication
Insights into the epidemiology of chlorotic streak disease as determined by multiple field assessments
Young, Anthony and Ensbey, Mark (2015). Insights into the epidemiology of chlorotic streak disease as determined by multiple field assessments. 37th Annual Conference of the Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists, ASSCT 2015, Bundaberg, QLD, Australia, 28-30 April, 2015. Mackay, QLD, Australia: Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists.
2014
Journal Article
Effects of externally supplied protein on root morphology and biomass allocation in Arabidopsis
Lonhienne, Thierry G. A., Trusov, Yuri, Young, Anthony, Rentsch, Doris, Näsholm, Torgny, Schmidt, Susanne and Paungfoo-Lonhienne, Chanyarat (2014). Effects of externally supplied protein on root morphology and biomass allocation in Arabidopsis. Scientific Reports, 4 (5055) 5055, 1-8. doi: 10.1038/srep05055
2014
Conference Publication
Novel diagnostic method for ratoon stunting disease: Development and implications for RSD management
Young, Anthony J., Nock, Catherine J., Martin, Aimee and Ensbey, Mark (2014). Novel diagnostic method for ratoon stunting disease: Development and implications for RSD management. 36th Conference of the Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists, ASSCT 2014, Broadbeach, QLD, Australia, 28 April -1 May 2014. Mackay, QLD, Australia: Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists.
2014
Journal Article
The effect of protein supplied in the growth medium on plant pathogen resistance
Lonhienne, Thierry G. A., Trusov, Yuri, Young, Anthony, Schmidt, Susanne and Paungfoo-Lonhienne, Chanyarat (2014). The effect of protein supplied in the growth medium on plant pathogen resistance. Plant Signaling and Behavior, 9 (10) e976159, e976159.1-e976159.3. doi: 10.4161/15592324.2014.976159
2013
Conference Publication
Generating and assessing chlorotic streak disease (CSD) ratings for twenty sugarcane varieties grown at Harwood
Young, Anthony, Davis, Wayne and Lokes, Steve (2013). Generating and assessing chlorotic streak disease (CSD) ratings for twenty sugarcane varieties grown at Harwood. 35th Annual Conference of the Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists 2013 (ASSCT 2013) , Townsville, Australia, 16-18 April 2013. Mackay, QLD, Australia: Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists.
2012
Conference Publication
Reassessing rsd: Insights from harwood
Young, Anthony, Lokes, Steve, Davis, Wayne and Aitken, Bob (2012). Reassessing rsd: Insights from harwood. 34th Annual Conference of the Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists 2012, ASSCT 2012, Palm Cove, QLD, Australia, 1-4 May 2012. Mackay, QLD, Australia: Australian Society of Sugar Cane Technologists.
2011
Journal Article
Stem cankers on sunflower (Helianthus annuus) in Australia reveal a complex of pathogenic Diaporthe (Phomopsis) species
Thompson, S. M., Tan, Y. P., Young, A. J., Neate, S. M., Aitken, E. A. B. and Shivas, R. G. (2011). Stem cankers on sunflower (Helianthus annuus) in Australia reveal a complex of pathogenic Diaporthe (Phomopsis) species. Persoonia, 27 (1), 80-89. doi: 10.3767/003158511X617110
2011
Journal Article
Fungal planet description sheets: 69-91
Crous, P. W., Groenewald, J. Z., Shivas, R. G., Edwards, J., Seifert, K. A., Alfenas, A. C., Alfenas, R. F., Burgess, T. I., Carnegie, A. J., Hardy, G. E. St. J., Hiscock, N., Hueberli, D., Jung, T., Louis-Seize, G., Okada, G., Pereira, O. L., Stukely, M. J. C., Wang, W., White, G. P., Young, A. J., McTaggart, A. R., Pascoe, I. G., Porter, I. J. and Quaedvlieg, W. (2011). Fungal planet description sheets: 69-91. Persoonia, 26 (1), 108-156. doi: 10.3767/003158511X581723
2011
Journal Article
Outbreak of angular leaf spot, caused by Xanthomonas fragariae, in a Queensland strawberry germplasm collection
Young, Anthony J., Marney, Thomas S., Herrington, Mark, Hutton, Don, Gomez, Apollo O., Villiers, Adam, Campbell, Paul R. and Geering, Andrew D. W. (2011). Outbreak of angular leaf spot, caused by Xanthomonas fragariae, in a Queensland strawberry germplasm collection. Australasian Plant Pathology, 40 (3), 286-292. doi: 10.1007/s13313-011-0045-y
2011
Conference Publication
Cryptic species of Phomopsis from sunflower in Australia revealed by molecular, morphological and pathogenicity studies
Thompson, S., Young, A. and Shivas, R. (2011). Cryptic species of Phomopsis from sunflower in Australia revealed by molecular, morphological and pathogenicity studies. Australasian Plant Pathology Society Biennial Conference, Darwin, NT, Australia, 26-29 April 2011.
2011
Journal Article
Ramichloridium spp. on Musa in northern Queensland: introducing Ramichloridium ducassei sp. nov. on leaf streaks of Ducasse banana
Shivas, R. G., Grice, K. R. E. and Young, A. J. (2011). Ramichloridium spp. on Musa in northern Queensland: introducing Ramichloridium ducassei sp. nov. on leaf streaks of Ducasse banana. Australasian Plant Pathology, 40 (1), 61-65. doi: 10.1007/s13313-010-0014-x
2010
Conference Publication
Phomopsis Stem Canker – an emerging disease of Australian sunflowers
Thompson, S., Young, A. and Shivas, R. (2010). Phomopsis Stem Canker – an emerging disease of Australian sunflowers. Australian Summer Grains Conference , Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 21-24 June 2010.
2010
Book Chapter
Mango
Coates, Lindy, Akem, Chrys, Cooke, Tony, Dann, Elizabeth and Young, Anthony (2010). Mango. Diseases of fruit crops in Australia. (pp. 157-174) edited by Denis Persley, Susan House and Tony Cooke. Collingwood, VIC, Australia: CSIRO Publishing.
2009
Conference Publication
Risks and rewards of molecular taxonomy: an Australian example
Young, A., Thompson, S. and Shivas, R. (2009). Risks and rewards of molecular taxonomy: an Australian example. 4th Meeting of the Thai Mycological Association, Chiangmai, Thailand, 24 October 2009.
2009
Conference Publication
Developments in banana Xanthomonas wilt
Young, A. (2009). Developments in banana Xanthomonas wilt. 8th Australian Banana Congress, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 4-6 June 2009.
2009
Book Chapter
Banana
Grice, Kathy, Henderson, Julieane, Pattison, Tony, Thomas, John, Vawdrey, Lynton and Young, Anthony (2009). Banana. Diseases of Fruit Crops in Australia. (pp. 65-89) edited by Tony Cooke, Denis Persley and Susan House. Australia: CSIRO.
2008
Journal Article
Notes on Pseudomonas syringae pv. syringae bacterial necrosis of mango (Mangifera indica) in Australia
Young, A. (2008). Notes on Pseudomonas syringae pv. syringae bacterial necrosis of mango (Mangifera indica) in Australia. Australasian Plant Disease Notes, 3 (1), 138-140. doi: 10.1071/DN08053
2007
Journal Article
Burkholderia andropogonis blight of golden cane palms in north Queensland
Young, A. J., Grice, K. R. E., Trevorrow, P. R. and Vawdrey, L. L. (2007). Burkholderia andropogonis blight of golden cane palms in north Queensland. Australasian Plant Disease Notes, 2 (1), 131-132. doi: 10.1071/DN07052
2007
Conference Publication
Chemical and non-chemical control of banana corm rot
Young, A. and Akiew, E. B. (2007). Chemical and non-chemical control of banana corm rot. 7th Australian Banana Industry Congress, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 14-15 June 2007.
Funding
Current funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Associate Professor Anthony Young is:
- Not available for supervision
Supervision history
Current supervision
-
Doctor Philosophy
Determining the role of ground pearls in Pasture Dieback
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Shane Campbell, Dr Alwyn Williams
-
Doctor Philosophy
RNA-based control of Phytophthora root rot
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Anne Sawyer
-
Doctor Philosophy
Molecular epidemiology of Ratoon Stunting Disease (RSD) of sugarcane
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Alwyn Williams
-
Doctor Philosophy
Utilizing Remote Sensing and Machine Learning to Detect Plantation Trees Infected by Fungal Diseases
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Scott Chapman, Professor Ammar Abdul Aziz
-
Doctor Philosophy
Relationship between microbiota, phytochemistry, and environment of Australian native plants and their importance in empowering First Nations communities
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bronwyn Fredericks, Professor Alan Rowan, Dr Marlize Bekker
-
Doctor Philosophy
Environmental and genetic mechanisms that control seed germination of Australian native Eremophila (Emu Bush)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Benjamin Schulz
-
Doctor Philosophy
Assessment of coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) damage on livelihoods of smallholders and the identification of CRB-tolerant molecular markers via next generation sequencing
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Sundar Kalaipandian
-
Doctor Philosophy
Optimisation of a Stem-Implantation Technology for the Chemical and Biological Control of Chinee Apple (Ziziphus mauritiana)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Shane Campbell, Professor Victor Galea
Completed supervision
-
2023
Doctor Philosophy
Molecular insights of plant-microbe interactions in chili bacterial leaf spot caused by Xanthomonas euvesicatoria pv. euvesicatoria
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Sarah Meale
-
2021
Master Philosophy
Development of a loop ¿ mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) assay for the detection of Sweetpotato virus G (SPVG) in Sweetpotato planting materials for commercial production in Papua New Guinea
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Victor Galea
-
2023
Doctor Philosophy
Development of a management system for mimosa bush (Vachellia farnesiana): Evaluating chemical herbicide methods and investigating the potential for harnessing dieback as a management tool
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Shane Campbell, Professor Victor Galea
-
2022
Doctor Philosophy
Climatic and epidemiological characterisation of new rubber leaf fall disease: A remote sensing approach
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Scott Chapman, Professor Ammar Abdul Aziz
Media
Enquiries
Contact Associate Professor Anthony Young directly for media enquiries about:
- agriculture
- Bacteria
- biosecurity
- diagnostics
- integrated pest management
- molecular biology
- mungbean
- pineapple
- Plant Disease
- quarantine pest
- soybean
- sugarcane
Need help?
For help with finding experts, story ideas and media enquiries, contact our Media team: