Plant Editors team

In the Spotlight at Plant Biology 2020: Navigating Science Policy

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“Listen to the scientists” has been heard around the world in recent months. So yes, scientists should be heard; but by whom? How? And where? These questions provide the motivation behind the plenary symposium on science policy at the Plant Biology 2020 Worldwide Summit. The conference, which was intended to take place at the heart of … Read more

Plant Biology 2020 Symposium: We are Changing The World! Mary Clutter‘s Impacts on Plant Biology Organizers

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Plant Biology Worldwide Summit: July 27–31 The ASPB has a proud history of bringing the plant science community together. This year, although we can’t meet in person, we will come together online for #plantbio20, The Plant Biology Worldwide Summit 2020, which will be held online July 27–31, 2020. This symposium (listed in the schedule as “Science on the … Read more

Plant Biology 2020 Symposium: Harnessing the Potential of Genome Editing for Tomorrow’s Agriculture

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The ASPB has a proud history of bringing the plant science community together. This year, although we can’t meet in person, we will come together online for #plantbio20, The Plant Biology Worldwide Summit 2020, which will be held online July 27–31, 2020. The Genome Editing Symposium is  scheduled for 10 AM–12:40 PM ET on Thursday July 30th, with … Read more

Plant Biology 2020 Gibbs Symposium: Epigenetic Inheritance and Reprogramming in Plants

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Plant Biology Worldwide Summit: July 27–31 The ASPB has a proud history of bringing the plant science community together. This year, although we can’t meet in person, we will come together online for #plantbio20, The Plant Biology Worldwide Summit 2020, which will be held online July 27–31, 2020. The Gibbs Symposium is currently scheduled for … Read more

Plant Biology 2020 President’s Symposium: Defining the Phenotype

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Plant Biology Worldwide Summit: July 27–31 The ASPB has a proud history of bringing the plant science community together. This year, although we can’t meet in person, we will come together online for #plantbio20, Plant Biology Worldwide Summit 2020, which will be held online July 27–31, 2020. Defining the Phenotype is currently scheduled for 10:10 AM ET … Read more

Careers Beyond Academia Workshop

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An ASPB Membership Committee event at Plant Biology 2019 The Careers Beyond Academia Workshop was organized by the ASPB Membership Committee and set up as several roundtable question-and-answer sessions, where each table was hosted by someone established in a non-academic career and attendees could choose who they wanted to pepper with questions. Speaking as someone … Read more

What to Expect at Monday at Plant Biology 2019

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Welcome to Day 3 of #PlantBio19! Today’s Highlights: Start your day with some networking! Choose from the Networking Breakfast organized by the Minority Affairs and Women in Plant Biology Committees from 7:00–8:30 AM in LL21EF. Remember to bring business cards to share! Or, if you’re a first-timer, come to the First-Time Attendee Check-in from 8:00–8:20 … Read more

What to Expect Sunday at Plant Bio 2019

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Hit the ground running on Day 2 as we launch Concurrent Symposia, Posters, and Conversation Circles in addition to our wide range of workshops and networking opportunities! Today’s highlights: If you are registered for the morning workshop PUI- Being a Plant Biologist in a Primarily Undergraduate Institution, head over to room LL21EF from 7:00–8:30 AM … Read more

What to Expect Saturday at Plant Biology 2019

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Welcome to Plant Biology 2019! We’re excited to bring you the outstanding lineup of symposia, workshops, and networking events that you’ve come to expect, with fun new activities and returning favorites! Questions? Visit our team at Registration! Don’t forget to check out our online agenda, social media policy, and code of conduct.

We encourage you to share your experience on social media! Follow @ASPB, @ASPBPlantBioMtg and @plantae_org, and hashtag #PlantBio19! Join our Plant Biology 2019 meeting network on Plantae to participate in discussions and share your meeting notes.

Today’s highlights:

Begin your day with a choice of workshops:

  • PUI Faculty Development Workshop- 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM Room LL21EF. Do you work at a PUI? Join us for talks and group discussions focused on maintaining a successful research program at a primarily undergraduate institution.
  • Mathematical Plant Biology: A Collaborative Session- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Room 230B. This popular workshop tackles interdisciplinary connections between mathematics and statistics and plant biology. Includes discussion and networking. Registration required.
  • ASPB/CSPB Recruitment Summit-Room 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM LL20B . Are you interested in pursuing a faculty position in China? Join us for this joint networking meeting and luncheon to learn more! Hosted by the ASPB and the Chinese Society for Plant Biology. Registration required.
  • Undergrad Networking Session-12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Room 230A. Calling all undergrads! Where will your career take you? What will your next steps be? Join other undergrads and science professionals for this dynamic networking session.

In the afternoon, we invite you to make your way to the Grand Ballroom (Room 220) at 1:15 PM for the official launch of the conference: the ASPB President’s Symposium 2019: Biological and Personal Networks: Why They Matter for Plant Biology. Organized by Robert Last, and featuring Manajit Hayer-Hartl, Gaurav Moghe, David J. Asai and Beronda Montgomery. Join us as we explore approaches to harnessing biological diversity and complexity, while strengthening our community through broader participation.Following the opening symposium, stay right where you are for the presentation of the 2019 awards at the Awards Scientific Symposium at 4:30 PM. Then, at 6:15 PM, head over to the Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall.

Ongoing Events

Don’t miss these daily happenings throughout the conference!

  • Career Mentoring – 8 AM-5 PM Saturday-Tuesday. Could your resume use a little pruning? Maybe some new growth? Sign up for career advice and resume help! Visit us in the Hall 1 Lobby.
  • Draw Your Science – 8 AM-5 PM Saturday-Tuesday. Show us your work! Join us for Draw Your Science-no artistic talent required, anything goes! Located near the registration desk.
  • How Far Have You Traveled – 8 AM-5 PM Saturday-Tuesday. Visit the world map near Registration and show us how far you’ve travelled to attend PlantBio19!
  • #SELFIE Station – 8 AM-8 PM Saturday-Tuesday. Visit our Selfie Station and share the fun on social media! Located at the #ASPBForward Innovation Pavilion in Hall 2. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #PlantBio19!
  • Plantae Career Center – 8 AM-8 PM Saturday-Tuesday. Make the right job connection! The Plantae Career center is open throughout the conference. Looking for a job? Bring an electronic copy of your CV to the #ASPBForward Innovation Pavilion in Hall 2 to post on our electronic job boards and check out the onsite job board near Registration.
  • Speaker Ready Room – Open daily, through Wednesday morning, in Room 111. Check the online agenda for hours. Note: speakers must check in to upload and review their presentations 24-hours before the beginning of their session.

To access the full agenda download the PB19 Conference App:

  • Download the CROWDCOMPASS ATTENDEEHUB app from Google Play or the App Store.
  • Open the app and search for PLANT BIOLOGY 2019 then select Download.

The full agenda can also be found online here.

A First-timers Guide to Plant Biology 2019

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Plant Biology 2019 is fast approaching! If you’ll be attending for the first time, don’t worry—you’re in good company! You’ll be among 1400+ other plant biologists from nearly 40 countries, from grad students to professionals with 20+ years of experience, so no matter what you do, you’re guaranteed to have a great experience. If you’re … Read more

Plant Biology 2019 – Know Before you Go

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BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME” CHECKLIST: Go to the Plant Biology Meeting Network on Plantae, log in/sign up and fill out your profile, and check out the latest conversations. Bring an electronic copy of your CV if you plan to visit the Career Center! Download the conference app! Search for “CROWDCOMPASS ATTENDEEHUB” in the Apple or Google Play … Read more

Plant Biology 2019 Workshops

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Careers, teaching, entrepreneurship, networking, and more The major symposia may grab your attention and induce you to click that “Register Now” link, but don’t miss the remarkably diverse set of workshops offered at Plant Biology 2019. Registrants can choose from more than a dozen workshops that cover career advancement and mentoring for diverse scientists, discuss the latest plant science techniques, … Read more

In the spotlight at Plant Biology 2019: Future of Food and Agriculture

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From agricultural robotics to the Impossible Burger Although the buzz words “food security” and “sustainable agriculture” have been hot topics in plant science for quite some time now, they remain as important as ever. Climate change is happening, and the world’s population isn’t getting any smaller, so just how are we going to feed almost 10 billion … Read more

Childcare at Plant Biology 2019

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Part of ASPB’s commitment to equity ASPB is proud to have offered childcare at its annual meeting for many years, as noted in a PNAS article from 2018. Plant Biology 2019 is no exception, with available onsite childcare at rates (see details below) partially supported by a grant from the Romanoff Foundation.  ASPB feels strongly that childcare at conferences promotes … Read more

Synthetic Biology at Plant Biology 2019

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Starting with Major Symposium 5 and continuing to Plant Synthetic Biology 2019 Learn about this emerging field at Plant Biology 2019 and the inaugural ASPB-sponsored Plant Synthetic Biology 2019. Imagine a world in which plants are no longer bred from existing varieties but designed, almost from the ground up, for specific functions – increased crop yield, storing carbon, chemical … Read more

Photosynthesis From Light to Life

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ISPR Meeting Overlaps with Plant Biology 2018 in Montreal The International Society of Photosynthesis Research (ISPR) meeting Photosynthesis: From Light to Life overlaps with Plant Biology, giving attendees the opportunity to attend both meetings. “Photosynthesis from Light to Life”, July 17–20, 2018, features joint concurrent and plenary sessions with Plant Biology 2018 at Palais des congrès de Montréal on … Read more

Sights and Sounds of Montréal

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Food, Wine, History, Culture, and More Getting ready to experience Montréal at Plant Biology 2018? Check out this guide by Montréal native and current NYC resident Rebecca Barr, guest writer for Plant Editors/Peridot Scientific Communications! Why visit Montréal? If there is ever a time to be glad to head northward, mid-July is definitely it — you’ll find more temperate weather in … Read more