The Decline of Classical Botany Though many of us may recognize the word ‘botany’, we may also associate it with dusty books and 18th century science. ‘Botany’ is not used frequently in our vocabulary. The origins of the word are likely Greek, from botane (meaning plant or herb) and dates to Homer’s the Iliad in […]
The advancement of scientific knowledge often relies on long-term research efforts, which enable researchers to study multiple factors and thoroughly test their hypothesis. In plant biology, long research projects serve as a cornerstone, providing crucial insights into complex processes and environmental interactions. Such long research involves testing hypotheses and exploring solutions using a diverse array […]
Dr. Rachel Egger is a principal scientist at Syngenta. She obtained her Ph.D. in 2016 from Stanford University, where she investigated maize reproductive development. In 2018, she joined Syngenta and has recently been acknowledged as an Inspiring Woman in Plant Science by ASPB (https://blog.aspb.org/25-inspiring-women-in-plant-biology/). Discover more about Dr. Egger in this conversation. Burcu Alptekin: […]
Is there anything more daunting than beginning a new writing project and staring at a blank page for days or even weeks? This common challenge often feels overwhelming, but there are strategies to overcome it. Scientific writing can be especially demanding. Crafting a journal article requires simplifying complex scientific concepts, detailed methodologies, and analyses into […]
Plantae Presents – Climate Extremes and Plant Sciences: Balancing Innovation with Environmental Stewardship Featuring Li Yan, Gaurav Zinta, Justin G. A. Whitehill and Jesse Lasky When: January 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM Beijing | 1:00 AM GMT | 6:30 AM IST | 8:00 PM EST (on 01/20) About this Webinar Climate extremes such as […]
Background Hong Kong has been known as a metropolitan where financial services account heavily for the gross domestic product. Plant science research is an uncommon field in the city. However, Hong Kong does have its own farming activities. To learn more about the local farming and explore how plant scientists can engage more, Yee-Shan Ku […]
Behind the manuscripts are researchers, professors, professionals and students dedicated to advancing the field of plant science. You’ve seen our First Authors on Twitter and Facebook— now, read more about why they chose to pursue plant sciences and click on the links to read their articles. Jingming Wang Jingming Wang(she/her) is the First Author […]
Start early and stay prepared Creating a strong curriculum vitae (CV) starts well before you sit down to write it. Your CV should reflect your academic journey: it showcases your accomplishments, current work, and future ambitions. Preparing early gives you a chance to identify any gaps—such as teaching experience or grant achievements—and work toward filling […]
Behind the manuscripts are researchers, professors, professionals and students dedicated to advancing the field of plant science. You’ve seen our First Authors on Twitter and Facebook— now, read more about why they chose to pursue plant sciences and click on the links to read their articles. Anthony Postiglione Anthony Postiglione is the first author […]