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We are excited to announce that a group of seven plant science organizations has been awarded a five-year grant through the NSF’s LEAPS [LEAding cultural change through Professional Societies (LEAPS) of Biology] program. This Research Coordination Network (RCN) includes American Phytopathological Society (APS), American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB), American Society of Plant Taxonomists (ASPT), Botanical Society of America (BSA), International Society for Molecular Plant Microbe Interactions (IS-MPMI), Maize Genetics Cooperation (MGC), North American Arabidopsis Steering Committee (NAASC), as well as other organizations that serve marginalized scientists.
Have you ever wondered if there is a more productive way to handle harm and conflict in a work environment or professional setting? Have you heard of transformative justice but not known how to apply Read more…
Member of AISES, SACNAS, or MANRRS? Curious about plant science? Apply for a ROOT & SHOOT Travel Award! Receive up to $3,000 to attend a plant science conference in 2025. We’ll be holding an informational Read more…
The NSF-funded LEAPS: RCN: ROOT & SHOOT (Rooting Out Oppression Together and SHaring Our Outcomes Transparently) aims to transform plant science to become more equitable and inclusive. Part of this mission involves building strong connections with organizations Read more…