ASPB joined the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) and 47 other scientific organizations in a letter to members of Congress demanding that they protect federally funded scientific research and federal scientists. The letter asks Congress to “take immediate action to protect and restore life-saving and essential scientific research that benefits American families and communities.” The … Read more
By Kent Chapman, ASPB President-Elect “Stand Up for Science” events came together on Friday, March 7, 2025, in Washington, DC, and many other cities to show support for science and to protest the recent seemingly indiscriminate cuts for research funding to agencies, institutes, and universities across the United States. It’s difficult to fathom the … Read more
After taking the helm of Plant Physiology 2022, Yunde Zhao’s celebrated term as Editor-in-Chief of the journal, during which he introduced changes that saw the journal flourish, will come to a close on December 31, 2026. The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) is seeking a prominent plant scientist to assume the duties and responsibilities … Read more
When: March 12, 1 pm Eastern As you prepare for the next step in your professional career, ECPS will help guide you with our panel discussion webinar, “What I Wish I Had Known When I Started My Postdoc.” In this webinar, a panel of postdocs will share their experiences and give students a chance to … Read more
By Leeann Thornton, ASPB Past-President In difficult times, people need to come together to support and encourage each other to keep moving towards a shared vision. ASPB is committed to promoting plant science, communicating research about plants, and supporting plant biologists. Our work in advancing the community of plant biologists embraces inclusivity, integrity, transparency … Read more