Identify gene networks in maize and beneficial fungus Trichoderma virens that result in induced systemic resistance (ISR)

ISR is the initiation of a beneficial association by certain fungi in the rhizosphere followed by the establishment of belowground-aboveground signaling communication may result in the induction of heightened host resistance to foliar and stem pathogens, as well as insect pests. Overall design: Examination of maize and T. virens transcriptome during early and late interaction.