About Plantae
A global community and knowledge hub for plant scientists
Plantae was developed to address the need for a community and knowledge foundation for the global plant science community, based on input and ideas from members of the community. It is a crowdsourced initiative powered by The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) and represents our ongoing commitment to the plant science community. The site features:
- Original articles, researched and written by plant scientists from around the world appointed as Plantae Fellows in categories that include research insights, education, community, and career.
- Monthly webinars, prepared and hosted by Plantae Fellows featuring expert guest speakers from the plant science community
- Plantae Networks, unique online special-interest communities and discussion boards for plant scientists
Plantae is for everyone in the plant science community regardless of location or career phase, from plant science students to educators and researchers to authors, editors, and professionals.
Here you will find the tools you need to grow your career, connect and collaborate with others, and learn new things.
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The Plantae Fellows Program
Plantae Fellows create content, lead networks, gain confidence, build their CVs and and stay engaged with ASPB. Fellows are selected for their:
- interest in and enthusiasm in growing the plant science community
- science communication and content curation skills
- ability to represent the perspectives of plant scientists in various fields and globally across many countries.
Through their participation in the program, Plantae Fellows:
- gain confidence and develop your skills as a digital content creator and science communicator
- strengthen their CVs and grow their content portfolio as a plant scientist
- increase their visibility within the plant science community and stay engaged in most things happening in the community
- build lasting relationships other Plantae Fellows (past and present)
Meet the 2024 Plantae Editors and Plantae Fellows!
Read the 2024 Plantae Editors Bios here
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Plantae?
Plantae is the global community and knowledge hub for plant scientists. It is a foundation created for the sole purpose of bringing together the plant science community in one place, so that we can have a strong collective presence and voice. Plantae has several hubs: an online community, a resource/learning hub, and a job board. Here you will find the tools you need to grow your career, connect and collaborate with others, and learn new things.
Q: Who is Plantae for?
Plantae is for everyone in the plant science community regardless of location or career phase, from plant science students to educators and researchers to authors, editors, and professionals.
Q: How did Plantae come about?
Plantae was developed to address the need for a community and knowledge foundation for the global plant science community, based on input and ideas from members of the community. It is a crowdsourced initiative by ASPB in collaboration with the Global Plant Council and represents our ongoing commitment to the plant science community.
Q: How do I join?
Joining the Plantae community is free and easy! Learn more and create your account here.
Q: Do I have to be a member of ASPB to join?
You do not have to be an ASPB member to join Plantae.
Q: I have more questions about Plantae, who can I ask?
More questions? No problem. Contact the Plantae Community Manager at [email protected].
Q: What can I do with Plantae?
