👉 A phytopathologist is a scientist who studies plant diseases and their causes. They are trained in different fields such as botany, entomology, or virology to understand the structure, life cycle, and spread of plants' diseases. Their work often involves collecting samples from plants, analyzing them for signs of disease, and studying how they grow and develop. They use specialized equipment like a microscope, x-ray machine, or other tools to investigate plant structures and their interactions with pathogens.