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Thelma Perry

1941–1998

United States

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Thelma Jean Perry (April 30, 1941 – February 10, 1998) was an American microbiologist and mycologist who worked at the U.S. Forest Service. Her research focused on the study of symbiotic relationships between bark beetles and fungi, particularly those associated with the southern pine beetle (Dendroctonus frontalis) and other forest insects.

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