I am thrilled to report that two weeks ago, Plant Biology 2026 welcomed 1,203 registrants from 43 countries to Ottawa, Canada! The conference program featured 45 oral sessions, including plenaries, concurrent symposia, workshops, and networking events. In addition, the large poster hall venue featured 662 poster presentations. We were especially proud to host this conference … Read more
For more than 100 years, ASPB has been a cornerstone of the global plant science community, supporting discovery, advancing knowledge, and fostering connections among researchers, educators, and students. As the field continues to evolve, so too must the Society’s focus and priorities. To provide clarity and direction for the years ahead, ASPB has developed its … Read more
The application period is now closed! Keep your eyes open for the next opportunity to join the AFE program, sometime in 2027. Thank you and best wishes to all applicants. Since 2018, Plant Physiology has welcomed more than 100 early-career scientists to participate in the AFE program. Feedback from AFEs consistently reports on the positive … Read more
The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) is pleased to announce the results of the Society’s 2026 election. Members have elected new volunteer leaders who will help guide ASPB’s mission to advance plant science through research, education, publishing, and advocacy. Gloria Muday Elected President-elect ASPB members have elected Gloria Muday as the Society’s next President-elect. … Read more
The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) is pleased to announce that Gloria Muday, PhD, has been elected by the Society’s membership to serve as President-elect. She will officially begin her term in October 2026, when Tessa Burch-Smith, PhD, succeeds Kent Chapman, PhD, as President of ASPB. As President-Elect, Muday will serve on the ASPB … Read more