In late 2019, the world was hit by the coronavirus (COVID-19) infection. Every country responded differently to the pandemic, but there was a general lockdown where most people had to change their way of life to minimize social interactions and prevent the spread of the disease. As of November 17th, 2023, there have been over […]
Effective writing is an essential skill for plant scientists, playing a crucial role in various aspects of their professional lives. The skill of scientific writing is first developed during an undergraduate’s degree – where they face the challenges of writing a first protocol or thesis – this journey in writing continues throughout a plant scientist’s […]
The journey to start a PhD is interesting but can also be challenging for some. Here are a few tips that can be helpful to avoid setbacks in mental health and maintain a peaceful life. This article is generally applicable to all but especially written in the context of plant biology students. Some ideas may […]
Professor Gitta Coaker is the John and Joan Fiddyment Endowed Chair in Agriculture at the University of California, Davis. She joined the faculty at the University of California, Davis in 2007. Dr. Coaker’s research program focuses on understanding kinase-mediated immune signaling and pathogen effector targets in both model and crop plants. Recent research investigates both […]
Plantae Presents: Getting the Most Out of Your PhD Featuring Manoj Prasad, Jian You Wang, Somnath Koley, and Justine Braguy When: September 20, 2024, at 7:00 AM PDT | 10:00 AM EDT | 3:00 PM BST | 10:00 PM Beijing About this Webinar Starting a PhD is both exciting and hard, with many potential […]
An article by Rebecca Roston, Lesley Murphy, Imara Perera, Ebony McGee. Dr. Ebony McGee’s powerful address at the 2024 Plant Biology meeting ignited a critical conversation about structural racism in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Her talk was co-sponsored by the Women in Plant Biology and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion committees with the […]
The transition from academia to the private sector in plant sciences presents both exciting opportunities and unique challenges. While academic research provides a solid foundation in scientific principles and methodologies, the private sector demands a different skill set focused on practical applications, commercial viability, and interdisciplinary collaboration. As plant scientists navigate this transition, they encounter […]
In May and June, we published many innovative manuscripts in Plant Physiology. Behind those manuscripts are researchers, professors, professionals and students dedicated to advancing the field of plant science. You’ve seen our First Authors on Facebook and Twitter — now, read more about why they chose to pursue plant sciences and click on the links […]
Plant science is an exciting field where many students opt for a PhD. While working in academic positions can be fulfilling, there are also many other career paths to explore. Statistics show that only about 15% of postdoctoral scientists land a tenure-track position (McConnell et al., 2018), leaving a lot of terrain to explore. In […]