Plant Physiology Spotlights March 2024 First Authors
Blog, Community, Plant Physiology: Author ProfilesBehind the Plant Physiology 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 below the pictures…
Getting the Most Out of Your Conference Experience
Blog, CareersConferences are a key part of academic research and are a great way to stay up to date with new research and trends, connect with likeminded people and experience a new city. But they do represent a significant investment – especially for early career researchers – in funding and in time away from…
Celebrating 2024 Pride Month
Blog, LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist NetworkHappy Pride Month!
We hope you have a proud and happy month celebrating the support and diversity of the LGBTQ+ plant scientist community. Our hope is we all continue to work together to cultivate an inclusive and accepting community for all plant scientists.
As part of our goal to foster community,…
Caring for Your Mental Health: A Round-up of Content from Plantae Fellows for Mental Health Awareness Month
Blog, CommunityWhen discussing mental health, the conversation is often paired with comments to break the stigma—the negative or discriminatory attitudes associated with mental illness. Yet, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 1 in 5 adults in the US experience mental illness each year, with 50%…
The Plant Cell Features March 2024 First Authors
Blog, Community, The Plant Cell: Author ProfilesBehind 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.
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The Link Between Plant Scientists and Farmers
Blog, CommunityIntroduction: Modern agriculture is faced with a plethora of challenges ranging from weather extremes such as floods, drought and heat waves due to climate change to depletion of arable land due to urbanization and soil erosion. Additionally, pests and diseases exacerbate crop loss, adding to the complexity…
Interdisciplinary Plant Sciences: Integrating Plant Science Research in Other Scientific Fields
Blog, CommunityThe concept of 'interdisciplinarity' has emerged as a salient term within the scientific discourse, signifying an escalated interest in both the promotion of interdisciplinary methodologies and the evaluation of their efficacy. The scientific community increasingly recognizes interdisciplinary collaboration…
Plantae Presents: Greener Plates, Brighter Future: The Power of Plant-Based Diets
Blog, Education, Plantae WebinarsPlantae Presents: Greener Plates, Brighter Future: The Power of Plant-Based Diets
Featuring Batuhan Inanlar and Aitor Sánchez
When: Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at
7:00 AM PDT | 10:00 AM EDT | 3:00 PM BST | 10:00 AM Beijing
About this Webinar
Join us for an exploration of the transformative potential…
How to Write A Grant Application
Blog, CareersWriting grant applications could be tricky and time-consuming. Before embarking on developing a grant proposal, it is essential that the overarching aim(s) of the research proposal align closely with the objectives of the funding agencies. For example, some funding agencies offer monetary support only…