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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
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SUMMARY:Journal of Experimental Botany (JXB) 75th Anniversary Symposium
DESCRIPTION:17-19th September 2025\, Edinburgh International Conference Centre\nThis meeting celebrates the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Journal of Experimental Botany in 1950. The history of the journal can be likened to the lifetime of a tree\, germinating from the seed of an idea and growing into a mature form that supports a diverse community. The meeting will not only reflect these life stages – Beginnings\, Growing and Maturity – but also look to the Future\, as we face the challenges of the next 25 years. The meeting will bring together established and upcoming plant researchers\, to build links between people and research communities\, share our knowledge and inspire ideas to help the next generation meet these challenges. \nTo register: https://www.sebiology.org/events/journal-of-experimental-botany-symposium.html
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/journal-of-experimental-botany-jxb-75th-anniversary-symposium/
LOCATION:Edinburgh\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250929T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250929T183000
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SUMMARY:Engineering – Advances\, Bottlenecks\, and Promise
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the 1st in a series together with “The Plant Journal”\n\nJoin us for a webinar hosted in collaboration between The Global Plant Council and the “The Plant Journal”\, exploring the latest in plant engineering research\, from cutting-edge breakthroughs to persistent challenges and future potential. \n\nDate: 29th September 2025\nTime: 17:00 CEST\n\nHosted by Katherine Denby (Editor in Chief of The Plant Journal) \nSpeakers and topics: \n\nDr. Keunsub Lee (Iowa State University) with “Enhancing Agrobacterium-mediated plant transformation using improved ternary vector system and auxotrophic strains”\nDr. Greg Goralogia (Oregon State University) with TBD\nDr. Chris Willig (Oregon State University) with TBD\n\nThis session will feature insights into current innovations\, technological limitations\, and the promise that engineering holds for the future of plant science. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear and engage in thoughtful discussion. \nRegister now to secure your spot.
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/engineering-advances-bottlenecks-and-promise/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Biotechnology
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251014T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251014T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:AAB webinar All aabout Plant Health
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this exciting webinar All aabout Plant Health! \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DoMM61GMT6ig08dQTCl8VQ
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/aab-webinar-all-aabout-plant-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251015T140000
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SUMMARY:SEB Outreach\, Education & Diversity Webinars: AI in Assessment\, Marking and Feedback
DESCRIPTION:This session explores the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education\, focusing on how it challenges traditional assessment while creating opportunities to enhance learning. Dr. Nigel Francis will discuss the shift from assessing final outputs to evaluating the learning process\, arguing that AI can ultimately support\, not undermine\, core teaching aims. Following this\, PhD student Jordon Millward will share his perspectives on using AI to improve the effectiveness\, accessibility\, and engagement of feedback for students. This will be followed by an open discussion.\n\nSpeakers: Jordon Millward & Dr Nigel Francis\n\nAudience: This session is free and open to anyone who is curious about how AI is reshaping higher education.\n\nDate and Time: 13:00-14:00 UK time\, Weds 15th October 2025\n\nEvent page: https://www.sebiology.org/events/ems-event-calendar/oed-webinar-1.html\nBooking form: https://www.sebiology.org/events/ems-event-booking-page.html?id=310AEF3B-9B2C-4069-933AF8EC43A5D675
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/seb-outreach-education-diversity-webinars-ai-in-assessment-marking-and-feedback/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence and Robotics,Other Skills
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:International Safe Cassava Network 2025 Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Safe the Date! International Safe Cassava Network 2025 Symposium. \nRegister to day 1: \nRegister to the 27th of October 2025 sessions (Day 1) : https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ODP5T3FSRBa5lmClTMAojw\nRegister to the 28th of October 2025 sessions (Day 2): https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zYvl9bBhTl2Z2GQjUWvmIA
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/international-safe-cassava-network-2025-symposium/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Science,Science communication
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:3rd Workshop Carbon Allocation in Plants
DESCRIPTION:Objectives\nPresentation of the workshop\nThe allocation of carbon in plants is a highly dynamic process shaped by environmental conditions\, genetic regulation\, and complex biological interactions. Recent breakthrough in this research area have improved our understanding of how factors such as aboveground and belowground factors influence carbon distribution and storage. At the same time\, advances in genetic and molecular research are revealing the mechanisms that control carbon partitioning\, offering new strategies to enhance plant productivity and resilience. These discoveries are driving innovative biotechnological approaches to optimize carbon allocation\, improving efficiency in both natural and agricultural systems. Phloem biology further sheds light on how plants transport and distribute carbon\, while emerging research on microbial interactions and symbiotic relationships highlights their crucial role in shaping carbon flow. By integrating insights from plant physiology\, genetics\, biotechnology\, soil science\, and ecosystem research\, this workshop on carbon allocation in higher plants aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration\, spark new ideas\, and propel scientific advancements with implications for both agriculture and environmental sustainability. \nScientific sessions\n> How Environmental Factors Shape Carbon Allocation\n> Unveiling the Genetic and Molecular Secrets of Carbon Partitioning\n> Decoding the Complex Regulation of Carbon Allocation in Plants\n> Innovative Biotech Solutions to Boost Carbon Allocation Efficiency\n> Exploring Carbon Storage and Sequestration Mechanisms: The Cell biology Behind Partitioning\n> The Fascinating World of Phloem Biology: Transporting Sugar and Photoassimilates Resource\n> The Role of Microbes and Symbioses in Carbon Distribution: A Hidden Network \nThe international scientific committee\n>  Nathalie Pourtau\, Ecology and Biology of Interactions Unit (EBI)\, CNRS/the University of Poitiers\n> John Lunn\, Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology\, Golm\, Germany\n> Ekkehard Neuhaus\, Department of Plant Physiology\, University of Kaiserslautern\, Kaiserslautern\, Germany\n> Ruth Stadler\, Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nurenberg\, Molecular Plant Physiology\, Erlangen\, Germany\n> Sylvie Dinant\, Institute Jean-Pierre Bourgin for Plant Sciences (IJPB)\, INRAE\, Versailles
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/3rd-workshop-carbon-allocation-in-plants/
LOCATION:INRAE\, Versailles\, Versailles\, France
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251105T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251105T150000
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SUMMARY:Conservation Physiology - Community Conversations: Reflections on co-production and impact in conservation physiology
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Physiology is launching a new webinar series with the Society for Experimental Biology. Community Conversations is aimed at early career researchers wishing to build a career in conservation physiology or other fields of research. Sessions\nwill cover topics such as academic publishing\, scientific writing and developing collaborations. Our first speaker will be Dr Steven Cooke\, the journal’s Founding Editor and previous Editor in Chief\, as he reflects on his pathway to co-produced science and\nits impact for conservation. \nSpeaker: Dr Steven Cooke\, Founding editor of Conservation Physiology \nAudience: This free webinar is open to researchers from all career stages. It is aimed specifically at students and early career researchers in conservation physiology. \nDate and Time 14:00-15:00 GMT\, Weds 5th November 2025 \nEvent page: https://www.sebiology.org/events/ems-event-calendar/conphys-conversations-1.html \nBooking form: https://www.sebiology.org/member-homepage/ems-my-events/ems-my-event-details.html?eventId=550014E8-5DB3-4826-8E16967AFDC991BB \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/conservation-physiology-community-conversations-reflections-on-co-production-and-impact-in-conservation-physiology/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Skills,Plant Science
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:Resource Efficiency in Horticulture
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dynamic one-day event dedicated to advancing sustainability in the edible horticulture sector. Hosted by The East Malling Trust and the Association of Applied Biologists (AAB)\, this conference brings together growers\, researchers\, policymakers\, and industry leaders to explore how we can deliver healthy\, fresh produce to the UK while reducing resource consumption and improving environmental impact. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe conference will showcase cutting-edge research and practical innovations across the food system\, with a focus on: \n\nPre-harvest and post-harvest efficiencies\nWater\, energy\, and labour-saving strategies\nWaste management and climate-smart practices\n\nExpect a full day of keynote talks\, poster sessions\, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and inspire action. \nWe strongly encourage ECPs to present their research. The opportunity to present your research- either as a talk or a poster— is  included in the delegate day rate. \n\n£80+VAT: Standard delegate rate\n£40+VAT: Early Career Professional rate\n\nGenerous travel grants are available for ECPs from AAB\, and The East Malling Trust will award a £200 prize for the best ECP presentation. \nSUBMIT AN ABSTRACT HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConfirmed Speakers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAnna Taylor– Executive Director at The Food Foundation. Member of UKGOV Food Strategy Advisory Board. \nJack Ward– Director\, British Growers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nDraft Meeting Schedule \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8am-9am: Registration open \n9am-10am: Keynote talks to provide sector overview \n10am-12pm: Scientific talks selected from abstracts \n12pm-12.30pm: Poster Flash Talks \n12.30pm-2pm: Networking Lunch\, Poster Session and guided visits to East Malling Technology Facilities. \n2pm-4pm: Scientific talks selected from abstracts \n4pm-5pm: The Road Ahead and Update on Funding Opportunities \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/resource-efficiency-in-horticulture/
LOCATION:East Malling\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Horticulture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:Advances in Integrated Pest and Pathogen Management
DESCRIPTION:In this exciting meeting we are bringing together the interests of the AAB Applied Plant Pathology and Biocontrol and IPM groups to explore IPM strategies for both pest and pathogen management. We encourage abstract submissions from anyone working on the biology/ecology of IPM projects or in policy research that explores how these strategies can be implemented. In particular we encourage submissions about research/opinion that measure the effectiveness (or not) of the economic-drivers for the uptake of IPM strategies\, both within UK agriculture and farther afield. This event takes place at the Belmont Hotel in Leicester city cebtre\, which is a 5 minutes walk from Leicester train station. Leicester station is on a main North-South trainline so is within easy access from across the UK and beyond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe meeting begins in the morning of November 11th and finishes in the afternoon of November 12th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Preliminary Schedule (PDF)\nWe are delighted to confirm these invited speakers: \n\nJim Dunwell (Chair of the Advisory Committee on Releases to the Environment (ACRE)\nMartin Lines (Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN))\nPaul Wilson (University of Nottingham)\nAmma Simon (University of Nottingham)\nJonathan Jones (The Sainsbury Lab\, Norwich\, TBC)\nJoe Helps (Rothamsted Research)
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/advances-in-integrated-pest-and-pathogen-management/
LOCATION:Leicester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Plant Health
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20250114T085848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T084959Z
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SUMMARY:Roots to Regenerative Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:VISIT EVENT WEBSITE\nThis conference is an exciting collaboration between the AAB ‘Soil and Root Biology’ and ‘Cropping and the Environment’ specialist groups to bring together two broad yet highly interconnected topics across a three-day event. From Day 1 until a lunchtime poster session on Day 2 the conference will focus on the 1st AAB Soil and Root Biology conference. From the afternoon of Day 2 through Day 3 the conference will focus on wider topics related to Regenerative Agriculture. We encourage delegates to attend the entire 3-day meeting but will provide options to attend on select days. \n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit an Abstract here\n\nRoots\, soil Organisms And Rhizosphere – a ROARing success?\nNov 11th – Nov 12th AM.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. Soil organisms\, biodiversity & plant interactions – would include micro and macro-organisms\, and interactions with plants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2. Root & soil interactions – The rhizosphere & microbiome\, including methods and the impact of different practices. \n3. Roots in the soil and field – Including methods for measuring roots\, important root traits for resource capture and resilience\, root responses to different agricultural practices and stresses. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegenerative Agriculture: Managing Soils and Resources\nNov 12th PM – Nov 13th\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. Soil management practices impacting soil health – Including: Tillage practices\, cover cropping\, climate adaptation (e.g. flooding and drought) and mitigation practices\, carbon sequestration or stewardship \n2. Regenerative agriculture and the importance of integrated nutrient Management – Precision agriculture\, adaptive nutrient planning\, novel fertilisers\, diverse rotations\, integrative manure management \n3. Regenerative Practices – Companion cropping\, Mob grazing\, Regen and horticulture crops\, Current and emerging weeds and pests\, beneficial and natural enemies for biological control\, soil food webs \n4. The Regen mindset\, behavioral change\, market and policy drivers – Farmer preferences\, managing risk on farm\, supply chains\, policy support and drivers of change \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured image from Frank Ashwood: https://www.frankashwood.com/
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/roots-to-regenerative-agriculture/
LOCATION:York
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Other Skills,Plant Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251124T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251124T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Translating Research from Lab-to-Field-to-Application
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the 1st in a series together with “Plant Biotechnology Journal” \nJoin us for a webinar hosted in collaboration between The Global Plant Council and the “Plant Biotechnology Journal”\, exploring translating research from lab-to-field-to-application. \nDate: 24th November 2025\nTime: 17:00 CET \nSpeakers:\nProf Edgar Cahoon (University of Nebraska–Lincoln)\nDr Hyojin Kim (University of Nebraska–Lincoln) \nThe Cahoon lab [https://cahoonlab.unl.edu] conducts basic and applied research on plant lipid metabolism. The goals of their research are to enhance the nutritional and industrial value of crop plants and to probe the synthesis and function of bioactive lipids for nutritional biofortification and improved agronomic performance of crops. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear and engage in thoughtful discussion. \nRegister now to secure your spot.
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/webinar-translating-research-from-lab-to-field-to-application/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Biotechnology,Plant Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251216T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20251117T161733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T104348Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Cyanogenic glucosides in cassava from the breeding perspective
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the 5th in a series together with the International Safe Cassava Network.\n\nRegister now to secure your spot\, connect with peers\, and help shape the future of safe cassava production and utilization worldwide. \nSpeaker: Hernán Ceballos (Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical\, Colombia) \nWith over 20 years of experience in cassava breeding and more than 150 peer-reviewed publications\, Dr. Hernán Ceballos is a leading expert in tropical crop improvement. His work includes identifying a dominant gene for tar spot complex resistance in maize\, advancing quantitative genetics models for epistasis\, and pioneering innovations in cassava such as breeding-value–based parent selection\, starch mutation discovery\, rapid-cycling recurrent selection\, high-throughput nutritional phenotyping\, and protocols to induce early flowering in non-flowering genotypes. Dr. Hernán Ceballos’s contributions have been recognized with major honors including Colombia’s National Award on Technological Innovation (2008)\, the Golden Cassava Prize (2018)\, and the ISTRC Lifetime Achievement Award (2018). \nChaired by Carlos Iglesias (International Safe Cassava Network)
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/cyanogenic-glucosides-in-cassava-from-the-breeding-perspective/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Science,Policy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251217T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20251217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20251126T103009Z
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SUMMARY:Plantae Presents – Figuring It Out: Creating Figures That Communicate Science
DESCRIPTION:About this Webinar \nScientific figures are visual stories that shape how research is perceived and understood. In an era where attention spans are short and visuals often speak first\, the ability to create clear\, well-structured figures has become an essential part of scientific communication. This webinar will explore the guiding principles behind effective figure design – from refining data and image figures for publication\, to developing visuals that enhance scientific presentations\, and designing graphical abstracts that capture the essence of a study. Our speakers will describe how thoughtful visual organization\, color balance\, and layout can transform complex results into clear and engaging messages. \nHosted by the 2025 Plantae Fellows.
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/plantae-presents-figuring-it-out-creating-figures-that-communicate-science/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Science,Science communication
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260123
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:International Advances in Pesticide Application 2026 (IAPA26)
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Event hosted in Cagliari\, Sardinia\, Italy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe biennial International Advances in Pesticide Application is the pre-eminent conference aimed at researchers\, advisors\, manufacturers\, practitioners and regulators in this subject area from around the world. It provides an opportunity for networking and sharing ideas in an informal and collegial atmosphere for all those with an interest in pesticide application technology\, its influence on the performance of plant protection products and human and environmental exposures to pesticides. \nThis conference will cover a very wide range of research\, from traditional topics such as spray drift and sprayer testing\, through precision application techniques\,  to new and emerging spray delivery platforms such as autonomous vehicles\, both air and ground-based. \n\n\n\n\n\nIAPA26 Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIAPA26 will be hosted in beautiful Cagliari\, Sardinia. \nThe opening ceremony on January 20th will be held at Aula Magna University deglli Studi di Cagliari. \nThe remainder of the meeting will be held at Hotel Regina Margherita. \nOn January 21st we will take a visit to the agricultural school Scuola de Agricultura de Cagliari for food and wine tasting with regional produce. \n\n\n\n\n\nDates for the Diary\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 1st: Abstract submission for poster presentations. This research has the option of providing a short article in Aspects of Applied Biology. This is not mandatory. \nOctober 15th: Deadline for submission of draft Aspects paper \nNovember 20th: Return of edited manuscripts \nDecember 10th: Deadline for final submissions
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/international-advances-in-pesticide-application-2026-iapa26/
LOCATION:Caligary\, Italy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260128T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260128T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Plant Synthetic Biology: circuits\, access and acceptance
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the 2nd in a series together with “The Plant Journal” bringing together leading voices at the forefront of plant engineering. \nJoin us on 28 January 2026 at 9:00 CET to learn from top researchers\, ask questions\, and connect with the global plant science community. \nDate: 28th January 2026\nTime: 9:00 CET \nHosted by Katherine Denby (Editor in Chief of The Plant Journal) \nSpeakers and topics:\nDr. Jenny Molloy (University of Cambridge) with “Taking synthetic biology global: open source tools for equitable access to advanced biotechnologies”\nDr. Rachel Ankeny (Wageningen University) with “Social Science Insights for Researchers in Crop Gene Technologies: The Importance of Concepts and Framing”\nDr. Adil Khan (The University of Western Australia) with “Synthetic gene circuits for programming plants” \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear and engage in thoughtful discussion. \nRegister now to secure your spot.
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/plant-synthetic-biology-circuits-access-and-acceptance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260211T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260127T195945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T200007Z
UID:22441-1770813000-1770820200@globalplantcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Identifying and tackling science mis- and disinformation
DESCRIPTION:A training course on identifying and tackling mis- and disinformation is being offered to science communicators across Europe and beyond. The free online training will draw on research to provide science communicators with insights into why people are vulnerable to mis- and disinformation and how to spot it. It will also help communicators identify ways they can help to tackle it. \nThis is the first of a series of free monthly bite-sized training sessions to be hosted by the new European Competence Centre for Science Communication. \nAnyone who communicates science is welcome to sign up and attend\, including journalists\, press officers\, scientists\, bloggers and vloggers. \nThe training will take place 12.30-2.30 p.m. CET / 6:30-8:30 a.m. U.S. ET on February 11\, 2026. \nAnyone interested in attending should register using this form: https://forms.gle/m4UmJb8HcBX8Nfbn6. \n(Note: The deadline for registrations is 10 a.m. CET on Monday\, February 9\, 2026.)
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/identifying-and-tackling-science-mis-and-disinformation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Science communication
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260212T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260212T093000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260107T080810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T080839Z
UID:22375-1770883200-1770888600@globalplantcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Innovative Approaches to Understanding Plant Adaptation to Abiotic Stress
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the 1st in a series together with “Functional Plant Biology” \nJoin us for a webinar hosted in collaboration between The Global Plant Council and the “Functional Plant Biology” journal\, exploring cutting-edge advances in plant abiotic stress. \nToday’s speakers will highlight new insights into how plants adapt to challenging environments: from phenotyping stress-responsive traits\, to understanding protective root structures\, to leveraging nanotechnology to enhance drought tolerance. \nDate: 12th February 2026\nTime: 8:00 CET / 18:00 AEDT \nHosted by Sergey Shabala (Editor-in-Chief) / Patrick Hannah\n(Journal Manager) \nSpeakers:\nDr. Alison Gill\, Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence in Plants For Space\nThi Linh Chi Tran\, Graduate Researcher at Deakin University \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear and engage in thoughtful discussion. \nRegister now to secure your spot: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G9sEIqWHReqsSddkpK0Mzg
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/innovative-approaches-to-understanding-plant-adaptation-to-abiotic-stress/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20251126T100223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T100244Z
UID:22315-1771977600-1772150399@globalplantcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Crop Production in Northern Britain 2026
DESCRIPTION:CPNB 2026 (“The Dundee Conference”) is be the foremost Conference concerning environmental management and crop production and associated topics in northern environments. Whilst the long-established Association for Crop Protection in Northern Britain is not changing its name\, the change in the title of the Conference to Crop PRODUCTION\, reflects the wider remit of recent conferences. \n\nThe programme for CPNB is comprised of talks from invited speakers (TBC) mixed with the majority selected from submitted abstracts. This provides opportunities for early career researchers and professionals to introduce their work in an external meeting. \nThe scientific presentations at CPNB are usually divided into sessions on ‘Potatoes’\, ‘Combinable Crops‘ and ‘Agriculture and the Environment‘
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/crop-production-in-northern-britain-2026/
LOCATION:Dundee\, Dundee\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Plant Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260211T123351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T081221Z
UID:22487-1773165600-1773171000@globalplantcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Receptor signalling - function\, dynamics and evolution
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the 3rd in a series together with “The Plant Journal”. Join us for a webinar hosted as a collaboration between The Global Plant Council and the “The Plant Journal”. \nPlant receptors detect a diverse spectrum of signalling molecules\, external and endogenous\, essential to control plant growth\, development\, and stress responses. \nThis webinar will present research from three speakers on different aspects of plant receptors and receptor based signalling. \nDate: 10th March 2026 \nTime: 18:00 CET \nHosted by Katherine Denby (Editor in Chief of The Plant Journal) \nSpeakers: \n\nDr. Johana Misas Villamil (University of Cologne Institute of Plant Sciences / CEPLAS )\nDr. Satoshi Fujita (University of Toulouse)\nDr. Jacob Moe-Lange (UC Davis)\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear and engage in thoughtful discussion. \nRegister now to secure your spot. \n\nTo register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6517708039839/WN_uxRUXZmoTZ2OtY33c74R6w
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/receptor-signalling-function-dynamics-and-evolution/
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260327
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20251126T100754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T100825Z
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SUMMARY:Monogram 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Monogram Network was established in 2005 and consists of mostly UK-based researchers with an active interest in small grain cereals and grass (including C4 energy grasses). A primary aim is to link academia with commercial science and crop breeding\, Monogram 2026 will include both basic and more applied research and its members span disciplines including plant genetics\, physiology\, pathology\, breeding\, and bioinformatics. \nFrom 2026\, Monogram are linking up with AAB to organise their annual meeting\, which will simplify the organisation challenges and provide financial security. Attendees of Monogram 2026 have the opportunity to join AAB for a year (see AAB member benefits). The Monogram Steering Group will still make all scientific decisions about the meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration opens on December 1st 2025
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/monogram-2026/
LOCATION:Cambridge\, Cambridge\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260429T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260429T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260318T165840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T054250Z
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SUMMARY:The Nicotiana benthamiana Biofactory
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the 2nd in a series together with “Plant Biotechnology Journal” \nJoin us for a webinar hosted in collaboration between The Global Plant Council and the “Plant Biotechnology Journal”\, exploring The Nicotiana benthamiana Biofactory. \nDate: 29th April 2026 \nTime: 14:00 CEST \nHosted by Johnathan Napier (Editor-in-Chief) \nChaired by Dominique Michaud (Senior Editor) \nSpeakers: \n\nDominique Michaud\, Université Laval (Quebec\, Canada) with “Hormonal balances as key determinants of recombinant protein yield and quality in Nicotiana benthamiana”\nFrank Sainsbury\, Griffith University (Brisbane\, Australia)\, with “Protein engineering strategies to optimise recombinant product synthesis and accumulation in Nicotiana benthamiana”\nKathrin Göritzer\, BOKU (Vienna\, Austria) “Engineering the ER and Golgi to optimize assembly\, secretion and post-translational modifications of recombinant proteins: Lessons from Secretory IgA”\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear and engage in thoughtful discussion. Register now to secure your spot. \nNote: Certificates will be issued using exactly the name and last name provided in the registration forms.
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/the-nicotiana-benthamiana-biofactory/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Biotechnology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260201T103142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T103142Z
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SUMMARY:7th International Conference on Plant Molecular Farming
DESCRIPTION:Plant Molecular Farming is entering a new era\, with breakthroughs in synthetic biology\, genome editing\, and biomanufacturing driving innovation across healthcare\, agriculture\, and sustainable industry. \n\nJoin leading scientists\, innovators\, and industry partners for three days of cutting‑edge science\, discussion\, and collaboration in Valencia. \n\nIMPORTANT DATES\n\n\nREGISTRATION OPEN: Nov 13th\, 2025 \n\n\nABSTRACTS SUBMISSION IS OPEN!! \n\n\nABSTRACTS DEADLINE: Feb 9th\, 2026 \n\n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: March 9th\, 2026 \n\n\nFINAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 27th\, 2026  \n\n\nTopics covered\n\n\nMetabolic Pathway Engineering for High‑Value Compounds — design\, optimization\, and regulation of biosynthetic pathways for valuable metabolites. \n\n\nSmart Chassis – Engineering the Plant Factory — host optimization via genome editing\, glycoengineering\, and novel expression platforms. \n\n\nViral Vectors and Nanoparticles in Molecular Farming — state‑of‑the‑art systems for expression and VNP applications. \n\n\nPlant‑Made Biologics – From Antibodies to Advanced Therapeutics — plant‑produced vaccines\, antibodies\, enzymes\, and next‑gen therapeutics. \n\n\nPhytotech – Automation\, AI & Beyond — process engineering\, AI‑guided optimization\, vertical farming\, and automated downstream. \n\n\nScaling Up Plant‑Based Production — strategies and case studies for agricultural and industrial scale. \n\n\nThe Molecular Farming Marketplace — industry perspectives\, pipelines\, regulatory frameworks\, and partnerships.
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/7th-international-conference-on-plant-molecular-farming/
LOCATION:Valencia\, Valencia\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Phytochemistry,Plant Biotechnology,Plant Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260520T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260520T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260422T094119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T094119Z
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SUMMARY:Global Evidence on Konzo Incidence and Mortality: Findings from a Systematic Review 1990-2023
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the International Safe Cassava Network\, join leading researchers on KONZO and cassava research in medical and agricultural fields. \nRegister now to secure your spot\, connect with peers\, and help shape the future of safe cassava production and utilization worldwide. \nModerated by Ros Gleadow (University of Melbourne\, Australia) \nSpeakers: \nProf Litos Raimundo (Fernando Pessoa University\, Portugal)\nElsa Maria Salvador (Eduardo Mondlane University\, Mozambique) \nNote: Certificates will be issued using exactly the name and last name provided in the registration forms. \n 
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/global-evidence-on-konzo-incidence-and-mortality-findings-from-a-systematic-review-1990-2023/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Plant Science,Policy,Science communication
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20251128T091921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T091921Z
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SUMMARY:47th New Phytologist Symposium: Extreme Heat: extending the thermal limits of life
DESCRIPTION:47th New Phytologist Symposium \nExtreme Heat: extending the thermal limits of life \nUniversity of Córdoba\, Spain | 2–5 June 2026. \nhttps://www.newphytologist.org/events/47-nps \n  \nExplore how extreme heat affects plants and other ectothermic organisms that underpin ecosystem productivity. \nWith 2024 marking the hottest year on record and heatwaves now affecting over 10% of Earth’s land\, understanding and mitigating the effects of extreme heat is more urgent than ever. \n  \nTravel grant and selected speaker application deadline: 2nd February 2026 \nPoster abstract deadline: 2nd March 2026 \nFull details of abstract submission and registration are on the symposium website. \nhttps://www.newphytologist.org/events/47-nps \nEarly bird registration rates until 2nd February 2026 \nPlaces at this symposium are limited. Register early to secure your place. \nOrganising committee: \n\nOwen Atkin\, Australian National University\, Australia\nCristina C. Bastias\, University of Córdoba\, Spain\nAndrew Feldman\, NASA/ University of Maryland\, USA\nKevin Hultine\, Phoenix Desert Botanical Garden\, USA\nBelinda Medlyn\, Western Sydney University\, Australia\nAdrienne Nicotra\, Australian National University\, Australia\nRafael Villar\, University of Córdoba\, Spain\n\nInvited speakers: \n\nAnnapurna Devi Allu\, IISER Tirupati\, India\nJoanne Bennett\, Charles Sturt University\, Australia\nElizabete Carmo-Silva\, Lancaster University\, UK\nAdriane Esquivel-Muelbert\, University of Cambridge\, UK\nAndrew Feldman\, NASA/ University of Maryland\, USA\nKevin Hultine\, Desert Botanical Gardens\, Phoenix\, USA\nJoanna Kacprzyk\, University College Dublin\, Ireland\nAndy Leigh\, University of Technology Sydney\, Australia\nRenata Libonati\, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil\nHua Lin\, Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden\, Chinese Academy of Sciences\, China\nBelinda Medlyn\, Western Sydney University\, Australia\nSean Michaletz\, The University of British Columbia\, Canada\nSasha Reed\, US Geological Survey\, USA\nCelia Rodriguez-Domiguez\, CSIC – IRNAS Seville\, Spain\nSergey Rosbakh\, University of Copenhagen\, Denmark\nMadhav Thakur\, University of Bern\, Switzerland\nFernando Valladares\, CSIC\, Madrid\, Spain\nDani Way\, Australian National University\, Australia\nPablo Zarco-Tejada\, CSIC – IAS\, Córdoba\, Spain
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/47th-new-phytologist-symposium-extreme-heat-extending-the-thermal-limits-of-life/
LOCATION:University of Cordoba\, Cordoba\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Climate Change
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260201T095607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T095607Z
UID:22463-1781740800-1781913599@globalplantcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Norwegian Plant Biology Conference 2026 (NPBC 2026)
DESCRIPTION:NPBC 2026 brings together researchers in plants\, macroalgae\, and microalgae to explore mechanisms\, applications\, and solutions spanning molecules to ecosystems. \n\nThemes / Sessions \n\nPlant & Algal Immunity\, Stress Responses\, and Environmental Adaptation\nSignaling\, Perception\, and Interactions in Plants\, Macroalgae\, and Microalgae\nBiotechnological Innovations and Emerging Tools\nRestoration\, Biodiversity\, and Sustainable Ecosystem Management\n\nKey dates \n\nAbstract submission opens: Oct 1\, 2025\nAbstract submission deadline: extended to Jan 23\, 2026\nRegistration opens: Jan 15\, 2026\nNotification of acceptance: Feb 6\, 2026\nEarly‑bird registration closes: Mar 09\, 2026\nRegular registration closes: May 13\, 2026\nFinal registration deadline (limited): Jun 5\, 2026\nConference dates: Jun 18-19\, 2026 with optional workshops Jun 17\n\nVenue\nScandic Havet\, Bodø. Closest airport: Bodø (BOO).
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/norwegian-plant-biology-conference-2026-npbc-2026/
LOCATION:Bodø\, Bodø\, Norway
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260210T205250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T205250Z
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SUMMARY:36th International Conference on Arabidopsis Research (ICAR2026)
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that registration for the 36th International Conference on Arabidopsis Research (ICAR2026) is now open! The meeting will take place at the National University of Singapore\, Singapore from 22-26 June 2026. \nPlease take note of the following deadlines: \n•  Abstract submission for consideration for oral presentation: 22 February\, 2026 \n•  Early-bird registration deadline: 12 April\, 2026 \n•  Abstract submission for poster presentation: 30 April\, 2026 \nEarly career scientists are especially encouraged to register early to secure accommodation in the NUS student hostels\, which provide significantly more affordable rates. \nFor more information and to register\, please visit: ICAR2026.sg
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/36th-international-conference-on-arabidopsis-research-icar2026/
LOCATION:Singapore\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Molecular Plant Science,Plant Science
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20251211T094907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T095018Z
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SUMMARY:Summer School 2026: Plant single cell RNAseq workshop: From current technologies to data analyses
DESCRIPTION:This Summer school is organized by the Saclay Plant Sciences (SPS) network\, one of the largest European plant sciences communities. \nscRNAseq approaches have revolutionized the way biologists approach their research subjects\, by making it possible to dissect molecular mechanisms at the single-cell level. But although technological developments have recently made these approaches more accessible\, their expensive use still requires significant technical training\, including the good conception of experimental designs\, the preparation of samples as well as their bioinformatics analyses. In addition\, different protocols and various bioinformatics and statistical analyzes are available\, and it can be difficult to choose the most relevant ones for the biological question at hand. \nOver five days\, the SPS Summer School 2026 will cover all the stages of a scRNAseq project in plants. Through a combination of lectures and practical work\, the many specific features of plant models will be highlighted by experts from the Saclay Plant Sciences network (CNRS and INRAE)\, the ViB in Ghent and the Pasteur Institute. \nAfter this international school\, participants will:\n–    Have an overview of the different scRNAseq technologies and understand their pros and cons.\n–    Be able to design experiments depending on the biological question.\n–    Be trained on sample preparation techniques for single cell and single nuclei\n–    Understand the different steps of bioinformatics and statistical analysis\n–    Have a better biological interpretation of results\n–    Have facilitated exchanges with technology platforms\, bioinformaticians\, and biostatisticians in order to successfully complete their scRNAseq project \nThe summer school will bring together outstanding and enthusiastic young scientists (PhD students and post-docs) from all over the world in order to exchange knowledge and ideas. It is limited to a small group of participants (20 maximum) to privilege informal interactions and scientific discussions. \nTo register: https://eng-saclay-plant-sciences.hub.inrae.fr/teaching-and-training/summer-schools/summer-school-2026
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/summer-school-2026-plant-single-cell-rnaseq-workshop-from-current-technologies-to-data-analyses/
LOCATION:INRAE\, Versailles\, Versailles\, France
CATEGORIES:Bioinformatics,Plant Science
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260430T175654
CREATED:20260121T140308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T140343Z
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SUMMARY:XVIII Plant Molecular Biology Meeting (RBMP)
DESCRIPTION:The XVIII Meeting of Plant Molecular Biology (XVIII RBMP) will take place on July 1–3\, 2026\, at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) in Bilbao. This biennial meeting is a major forum for the plant molecular biology community\, bringing together researchers and professionals from Spain and other countries. The scientific program will include keynote lectures\, oral and poster presentations\, and opportunities for scientific exchange and collaboration\, with particular emphasis on the participation of early-career researchers. The meeting aims to showcase recent advances in plant molecular biology and to promote research relevant to agricultural development and challenges such as climate change. \nThe venue\, Bizkaia Aretoa\, is centrally located in Bilbao near the Guggenheim Museum\, in a city known for its cultural and architectural transformation
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/xviii-plant-molecular-biology-meeting-rbmp/
LOCATION:Bilbao\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260430T175655
CREATED:20251126T104052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T104052Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Biology 2026
DESCRIPTION:The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) and the Canadian Society of Plant Biologists (CSPB/SCBV) are pleased to convene a joint conference in Ottawa\, Canada in 2026. This meeting will provide a unique opportunity to bring together researchers\, industry leaders\, educators\, and students from across the global plant biology community to share advances\, foster collaborations\, and highlight the scientific achievements of both societies.
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/plant-biology-2026/
LOCATION:Ottawa\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTSTAMP:20260430T175655
CREATED:20250114T090611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T090611Z
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Photosynthesis Research 2026 (ICPR26)
DESCRIPTION:VISIT EVENT WEBSITE\nThe study of photosynthesis has attracted the attention of successive legions of biologists\, biochemists\, chemists and physicists for over 200 years. Never in the history of photosynthesis research\, however\, has progress in our understanding of photosynthetic mechanisms\, regulation and improvement been made as rapidly as it has over the past 5 years. Nature makes photosynthesis look easy\, but the construction of artificial photosynthetic systems remains challenging. Substantial efforts to improve the efficiency and productivity of photosynthesis have the potential to increase crop yields without further increasing fertilizer and water use. \nMoreover\, tailoring photosynthesis to meet the needs of nature-based solutions to climate change and to the sustainability of food production remain global challenges that have to be addressed by the photosynthesis community. This meeting will galvanise participants from academia and industry to translate this new mechanistic understanding of photosynthetic function into improved crop production and more efficient terrestrial carbon sinks. \n\nSchedule highlights\nTwo Keynote Speakers \nTwelve Plenary Speakers \nTwenty-seven Concurrent Sessions \nTwo poster sessions \nOpening reception \nConference dinner at Liverpool Cathedral (optional)
URL:https://globalplantcouncil.org/event/international-conference-on-photosynthesis-research-2026-icpr26/
LOCATION:ACC Liverpool\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Plant Science
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