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U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: May 20 – 26, 2020

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Weekly updates on the US federal government’s response to COVID-19 and research opportunities. Federal Guidance Related to Research and Higher Education National Science Foundation (NSF) The 2020 NSF Proposal and Award Policy and Procedures Guide will go into effect as planned on June 1. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the implementation of the new … Read more U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: May 20 – 26, 2020

Multisociety Letter on the Immigration Executive Proclamation

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On May 20, ASPB and other societies sent a letter to President Trump to address the Immigration Executive Proclamation. The letter writes, “we urge you to prioritize the immigration of science and technology talent that will spur the scientific breakthroughs and economic growth of the United States that is needed for rapid recovery from the … Read more Multisociety Letter on the Immigration Executive Proclamation

U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: May 13 – 19, 2020

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Weekly updates on the US federal government’s response to COVID-19 and research opportunities. Federal Guidance Related to Research and Higher Education National Science Foundation (NSF) NSF Virtual Office Hours: Certain NSF Directorates and Divisions have held or are holding office hours for their research community. Examples and additional information below: The Division of Environmental Biology … Read more U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: May 13 – 19, 2020

Plant Biology 2020 Worldwide Summit

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In response to the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing actions taken globally to limit the spread of the virus, the ASPB Board of Directors has decided to convert Plant Biology 2020 to a fully online conference that includes both synchronous (real-time livestream) and asynchronous (on demand) access for attendees. The Plant Biology 2020 Worldwide Summit will … Read more Plant Biology 2020 Worldwide Summit

U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 29 – May 5, 2020

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Weekly updates on the US federal government’s response to COVID-19 and research opportunities. Congressional and Federal Updates Senate Returns to Washington Despite COVID-19 Concerns The Senate returns to Washington on May 4 under controversial circumstances as Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) reconvenes the Senate amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.  The House of Representatives was also originally … Read more U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 29 – May 5, 2020

ASPB urges Congress to support NIFA and the Cooperative Extension System

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On April 30, ASPB joined other supporters of US agriculture in a letter to congressional leaders. “As Congress considers the next supplemental appropriations package, we urge you to provide the necessary resources to our agricultural research, education, and extension system,” the letter writes. Specific asks to Congress include: $380 million for the USDA National Institute … Read more ASPB urges Congress to support NIFA and the Cooperative Extension System

U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 22 – 28, 2020

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To provide relevant information to ASPB members, we will be sharing weekly updates on US Federal Agency responses to COVID-19 and research opportunities. The information below was prepared by Lewis-Burke Associates and curated by Shandrea Stallworth, Early Career Representative on ASPB’s Science Policy Committee. Additional information about ASPB’s response to COVID-19 can be found here. … Read more U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 22 – 28, 2020

U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 15 – 21, 2020

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To provide relevant information to ASPB members, we will be sharing weekly updates on US Federal Agency responses to COVID-19 and research opportunities. The information below was prepared by Lewis-Burke Associates and curated by Shandrea Stallworth, Early Career Representative on ASPB’s Science Policy Committee. Additional information about ASPB’s response to COVID-19 can be found here. … Read more U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 15 – 21, 2020

U.S. Congressional Resolution to Condemn Anti-Asian Racism Prompted by COVID-19

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On April 2, U.S. Senators announced a “plan to introduce a resolution condemning discrimination against Asian-Americans and Asian immigrants caused by the COVID-19 outbreak” (see press release). ASPB has signed on to a multisociety letter in support of the resolution, which will be introduced to the Senate on May 4. The Multisociety Letter was sent … Read more U.S. Congressional Resolution to Condemn Anti-Asian Racism Prompted by COVID-19

Plant Biology 2020 – COVID-19 Statement Update

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ASPB is announcing several important updates to Plant Biology 2020 registration policies in light of the current circumstances. Although final decisions are still pending and will be announced within 2 to 3 weeks, we are optimistic that the meeting will go forward, while we continue to explore options that include online access to meeting content. … Read more Plant Biology 2020 – COVID-19 Statement Update

U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 8 – 14, 2020

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To provide relevant information to ASPB members, we will be sharing weekly updates on US Federal Agency responses to COVID-19 and research opportunities. The information below was prepared by Lewis-Burke Associates and curated by Shandrea Stallworth, Early Career Representative on ASPB’s Science Policy Committee. Additional information about ASPB’s response to COVID-19 can be found here. … Read more U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 8 – 14, 2020

U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 1 – 7, 2020

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To provide relevant information to ASPB members, we will be sharing weekly updates on US Federal Agency responses to COVID-19 and research opportunities. The information below was prepared by Lewis-Burke Associates and curated by Shandrea Stallworth, Early Career Representative on ASPB’s Science Policy Committee. Additional information about ASPB’s response to COVID-19 can be found here. … Read more U.S. Federal Agency Responses and Research Opportunities: April 1 – 7, 2020

ASPB Science Policy in the Time of COVID-19

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After cancelling its plans to meet in person in Washington, DC, as it typically does each spring, ASPB’s Science Policy Committee (SPC) convened virtually on March 23, 2020 to address one of its core activities: engaging with representatives of the federal agencies and other pertinent organizations. (Another core activity – convening meetings with Congressional staff … Read more ASPB Science Policy in the Time of COVID-19

NIFA Extends Deadlines for Proposal Submission to AFRI Programs

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced that is extending deadlines for its Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) program (https://nifa.usda.gov/program/agriculture-and-food-research-initiative-afri). AFRI issued additional guidance that while other deadlines have not been extended, proposers whose applications would be delayed due to “valid extenuating circumstances” should contact the … Read more NIFA Extends Deadlines for Proposal Submission to AFRI Programs