E.C. Stakman, Statesman of Science chronicles many of the most important events in plant pathology in the past 100 years, including Stakman's pioneering studies on the nature of genetic variation of the stem rust pathogen Puccinia graminis f. sp. tritici and the epidemiology of wheat stem rust. Stakman's influential story will be an enjoyable read for anyone interested in agricultural science.

E. C. Stakman, Statesman of Science

Foreword, by Norman E. Borlaug

Preface

Part 1. The Early Years

Chapter 1. Boyhood
Chapter 2. College Days
Chapter 3. Schoolmaster
Chapter 4. Graduate Work

Part II. Plant Pathologist

Chapter 5. The Epidemiology of Stem Rust
Chapter 6. The Barberry Eradication Campaign
Chapter 7. Aerobiology
Chapter 8. Physiologic Race Surveys

Part III. Educator

Chapter 9. Teacher
Chapter 10. Department Head

Part IV. World Agriculturist

Chapter 11. The Rockefeller Foundation Agricultural Program in Mexico
Chapter 12. Agricultural Centers Worldwide

Part V. Public Spokesman/Private Citizen

Chapter 13. Speeches and Writings
Chapter 14. Personal Glimpses

Awards

A Record of Gainful Employment

Notes

Publications of E.C. Stakman, 1911-1966

Publish Date: 1984
Format: 6" x 9" hardcover
ISBN: 978-0-89054-056-5
Pages: 156
Images: 21 images
Publication Weight: 1 lbs