University of Minnesota researchers developed a groundbreaking method for the rapid and accurate detection of oak wilt, a devastating disease threatening oak trees across North America. The disease is widespread in east-central and southeast Minnesota, though its range continues to expand northward, according to the DNR. Early detection methods are necessary in efforts to control the progression of this disease. University of Minnesota researchers developed a groundbreaking method for the rapid and accurate detection of oak wilt, a devastating disease threatening oak trees across North America. The disease is widespread in east-central and southeast Minnesota, though its range continues to expand northward, according to the DNR. Early detection methods are necessary in efforts to control the progression of this disease. Plants & Animals Ecology Phys.org – latest science and technology news stories