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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · 16d

Our monthly gatherings are a relaxed way to connect with other plant scientists at PUI’s (or those interested in PUIs), receive support and encouragement, and exchange innovative ideas.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · 16d

‪‪Please join us on Sept 26, 3:30 pm CST for our monthly virtual ASPB PUI Section networking session. Our topic is: Publishing with undergraduates: challenges and successes.

Join the meeting at: mwsu.zoom.us/j/89158103506
Contact Dr. Csengele Barta at [email protected], if link issues.

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American Society of Plant Biologists @aspbofficial.bsky.social · 26d

📣 Join us for the upcoming ASPB webinar on Friday, October 3 at 12 pm Eastern, hosted by @aspb-pui.bsky.social!🌱

👉 Learn more and register at buff.ly/7iRIl5u.

#PlantScience

$Image Text: ASPB Webinar - Your Next Chapter: A Guide to Becoming a PUI Professor Webinar. Featuring Zoe Diaz-Martin, Jeremy Coate, Sanju Sanjaya, Bryan Thines, and Csengele Barta. Moderated by Dongfang Wang. Friday, October 3, 2025 | 9:00 AM PDT | 12:00 PM EDT | 5:00 PM BST | 12:00 AM Beijing. The image features ASPB logos and headshot photos of speakers. \$

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Aug 18

We are forming an @ASPB PUI group on LinkedIn. Our goal is to connect, share resources, and discuss the PUI experience. We are open to PUI faculty; and all plant scientists who support the mission of PUIs (teaching/research).

Interested? Please click here to join:
www.linkedin.com/groups/13078...

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Aug 18

We hosted our annual workshop at #PlantBio2025 in Milwaukee, WI. Access all the workshop slides, panel discussion summaries, job posts, and a time management worksheet at the link below:

community.plantae.org/groups/prima...

Huge thanks to @asapbio.bsky.social, our co-organizers, and panelists!

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Aug 18

A workshop at #PlantBio2025 was an invaluable guide on how to secure company internships. Thanks to @asapbio.bsky.social and workshop organizers for an excellent session!

PUI faculty, here is a recap of the key takeaways for your students: community.plantae.org/groups/prima...

#plantingPUI

ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Aug 14

HLPINs is a localized network supporting the professional development of scientists/educators who mentor undergraduates in research. Interested in participating? Click the link below on how to get involved: community.plantae.org/groups/prima...

#plantingPUI@aspb @aspbofficial.bsky.social

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Aug 11

The Council on Undergraduate Research is once again kicking off their yearly CURE mentoring program. PUI faculty, if you are interested in bringing authentic research practices into the classroom, please contact Dr. Jonathan Fitz Gerald at [email protected].

@aspbofficial.bsky.social

#plant

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · May 29

‪‪This month, we would like to discuss “Publishing with undergraduates: models, challenges and successes”.

Our monthly gatherings are a relaxed way to connect with other plant scientists at PUI’s (or those interested in PUIs), receive support and encouragement, and exchange innovative ideas.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · May 29

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‪Please join us on May 30 at 3 pm Central for our monthly ASPB PUI Section virtual networking session.

Join the meeting at: mwsu.zoom.us/j/81868213590
If you are having issues with link, please contact Dr. Csengele Barta at [email protected]

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Apr 23

Please join us this Friday, April 25 at 4pm EST

ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Apr 3

‪Please join us on April 25 at 4 pm Eastern for our monthly ASPB PUI Section virtual networking session.

Join the meeting at: ecsu.zoom.us/j/9722381711....

If you are having issues with link, please contact Dr. Margaret Young at [email protected].

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MSU Plant Resilience Institute @msupri.bsky.social · Apr 23

🚨 1 week left! 🚨 Submit your abstracts and travel grant applications for #GLPSC2025, the inaugural Great Lakes Plant Science Conference. Network, present, and learn with leading plant scientists September 12–14 in Lansing, MI! research.msu.edu/glpsc2025

A graphic promoting GLPSC 2025 with a background image of blurred leaves in the background and an outline of the Great Lakes. The graphic features a QR code with the link to register and the logos of the organizing institutions. The text says, "1st Great Lakes Plant Science Conference, September 12-14, 2025, the Lansing Center, Lansing, MI. Abstract submissions and travel grant applications are due April 30, 2025! Research.msu.edu/glpsc2025. Organized by 10 universities around the Great Lakes to push the boundaries of plant science, promote collaborations, and empower the next-generation plant science leaders. Hosted by Michigan State University and the Plant Resilience Institute."

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Apr 3

‪This month, we would like to discuss the Three Rs for the Summer at PUIs (Research, Rest and Recharge).

Our monthly gatherings are a relaxed way to connect with other plant scientists at PUI’s (or those interested in PUIs), receive support and encouragement, and exchange innovative ideas.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Apr 3

‪Please join us on April 25 at 4 pm Eastern for our monthly ASPB PUI Section virtual networking session.

Join the meeting at: ecsu.zoom.us/j/9722381711....

If you are having issues with link, please contact Dr. Margaret Young at [email protected].

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Mar 19

This month, we would like to discuss the use of AI in teaching and research at PUIs.
Our monthly gatherings are a relaxed way to connect with other plant scientists at PUI’s (or those interested in PUIs), receive support and encouragement, and exchange innovative ideas.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Mar 19

Please join us on March 21 at 4 pm Eastern for our monthly ASPB PUI Section virtual networking session.

Join the meeting at: spelman.zoom.us/j/92451813810.

If you are having issues with link, please contact Dr. Dongfang Wang at [email protected].

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Feb 12

ASPB Midwest 2025 Conference, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, March 21 - 23, 2025

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Feb 12

Register for the Annual Bay Area Plant Hub Symposium, April 16th, 2025.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Feb 12

Please join the Southern Section of ASPB in Raleigh, March 28-30th, 2025.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Feb 5

This month's theme is 'Rookie to Rockstar - Sharing Professional Journey to becoming a faculty at a PUI'. Our relaxed monthly gatherings offer a chance to connect with fellow plant scientists at PUIs (or those interested in PUIs), share support and encouragement, and exchange innovative ideas.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Feb 5

Please join us on February 21st (Friday) from 4-5 PM EST for our monthly ASPB PUI Section virtual networking session.
Join the meeting at: us06web.zoom.us/j/8892908118....

If you are having any issues with the link, please contact Ansul Lokdarshi, email: [email protected]

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Jan 6

Travel support available to attend an ASPB Regional Meeting. Applications will be accepted December 20, 2024 - January 17, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)

aspb.secure-platform.com/2025plantsch...

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Dec 11

Please join us this Thursday. Information below.

ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Nov 25

Please join us on December 12, 2024, at 4pm Eastern for our monthly ASPB PUI Section virtual networking session.

Join the Zoom meeting on:
merrimack.zoom.us/j/91873631432
If you are having any issues with the link, please contact Azam Noori at [email protected].

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Nov 25

This month's theme is Finding Harmony in Teaching, Research, and Life at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions. Our relaxed monthly gatherings offer a chance to connect with fellow plant scientists at PUIs (or those interested in PUIs), share support and encouragement, and exchange innovative ideas.

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ASPB-PUI.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social · Nov 25

Please join us on December 12, 2024, at 4pm Eastern for our monthly ASPB PUI Section virtual networking session.

Join the Zoom meeting on:
merrimack.zoom.us/j/91873631432
If you are having any issues with the link, please contact Azam Noori at [email protected].

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