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Schott Reflective slides

2009-12-09T18:33:55Z

to dear all,

Does anyone use schott reflective slides during their research? I've
tried them once, and the background noise wasn't quite good, does
anybody know the affect of reflect on the S-N ratio.

Regards,

Jacob Yang

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Short course: Plant Breeding for Drought Tolerance

2009-12-03T14:25:21Z

PLANT BREEDING FOR DROUGHT TOLERANCE

Moisture deficits loom as one of the greatest challenges to future crop production, both in rainfed and irrigated agriculture. Enhancing the genetic tolerance of crops to drought stress, together with improved agronomic practices, is considered an essential strategy for addressing these deficits. To respond to the need for more plant scientists trained in developing drought tolerant cultivars, Colorado State University, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Oklahoma State University will offer a short course in Plant Breeding for Drought Tolerance June 14-25, 2010. The course will be held at Colorado State University in Fort Collins and at experimental field sites in Eastern Colorado and Western Nebraska.

TARGET AUDIENCE
The course is targeted to graduate students in the plant sciences, as well as to professionals in the public and private sectors. It will provide three transferable graduate-level credits.

CONTENT
The course will consist of classroom lectures, hands-on lab exercises, and field research activities appropriate for a drought breeding and genetics program. Course activities are designed around three modules:
* Whole Plant Physiology of Drought Stress
* Plant Breeding for Drought Stress Tolerance
* Genomic Approaches to Drought Stress Tolerance

The course format will include several days at field sites in Colorado and Nebraska with intermittent classroom lectures and discussion. We will emphasize hands-on exercises to provide practical experience in a drought tolerance breeding program. Eight instructors from four universities, each with a different specialty in plant sciences will lecture both in the classroom and at the field sites. Visits to private sector breeding programs will also be included. The course will be given in English.

PREREQUISITES
Participants should have a solid understanding of basic plant physiology and genetics. Prior to the short course, students will review online material on these topics to provide a common background in breeding and physiology concepts.

PROGRAM COSTS
The cost of student tuition and fees is $1,687. Accommodations for room and board are available on-campus for either $600 (double occupancy) or $775 (single occupancy). This cost includes three meals daily. Guests are also welcome to make their own arrangements for room and board. All foreign visas and travel arrangements are at students' initiative and expense.

FUNDING
Partial funding for the course is provided by a grant from the USDA-CSREES-NRI Plant Breeding and Education program.

REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION
Participants may apply online (http://www.droughtadaptation.org) beginning December 1, 2009. Interested students are encouraged to visit the course website for more details, or send an email to the Program Assistant, Annie Heiliger, at Annie707@...<mailto:Annie707@...> with questions.

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Patrick F. Byrne
Professor & Graduate Studies Coordinator
Dept. of Soil & Crop Sciences
1170 Campus Delivery
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 80523
Phone: 970-491-6985

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Fellowship for PhD in Maize Genetics from the University of Missouri

2009-10-23T12:18:26Z

Forwarded from Sherry Flint-Garcia.

MU-Pioneer Fellowship for Ph.D. in Maize Genetics
$25,000 per year for up to 5 years, tuition covered
University of Missouri Division of Plant Sciences (DPS) and
The Interdisciplinary Plant Group (IPG)

Receive Training and Experience in:
Molecular Genetics / Epigenetics
Cytogenetics / Cell Biology
Quantitative and Population Genetics
Statistics and Experimental Design
Abiotic Stress Physiology (e.g. Drought)
Biotic Stress (Plant Pathology and Entomology)
Crop Evolution / Molecular Systematics
Applied Genomics Technologies
Transgene Biology / Cell Culture

Maize Genetics Faculty:
Jim Birchler, Div. Biological Sciences Maize Cytogenetics, Epigenetics,
Engineered Minichromosomes
David Braun, Div. Biological Sciences - Genetics of Carbohydrate
Partitioning in Maize
Georgia Davis, Div. Plant Sciences Maize Functional Genomics
Sherry Flint-Garcia, USDA-ARS, Div. Plant Sciences Diverse Maize Genetics,
Genomics, and Breeding
Felix Fritschi, Div. Plant Sciences Plant Responses to Abiotic Stress
Bruce Hibbard, USDA-ARS, Div. Plant Sciences Host Plant Resistance to Corn
Root Worm
Toni Kazic, Dept. Computer Science Computational Biology and
Bio-informatics
Mike McMullen, USDA-ARS, Div. Plant Sciences Molecular and Functional
Diversity of Maize
Paula McSteen, Div. Biological Sciences Genetics of Maize Inflorescence
Development
Kathy Newton, Div. Biological Sciences Maize Organelle-Nuclear
Interactions, Heterosis
Henry Nguyen, Div. Plant Sciences Mol. Genetics & Functional Genomics of
Root Adaptation & Drought Tolerance
Mel Oliver, USDA-ARS, Div. Plant Sciences Maize Dehydration and
Desiccation Tolerance
Mary Schaeffer, USDA-ARS, Div. Plant Sciences Maize Genetics and Genomics
Database
Bob Sharp, Div. Plant Sciences Physiology of Root Growth Under Drought
Zhanyuan Zhang, Div. Plant Sciences Plant Transformation

For more information: www.plantsci.missouri.edu
<http://plantsci.missouri.edu/> (DPS) and www.plantgroup.org
<http://www.plantgroup.org/students.php> (IPG)
Apply at: www.plantsci.missouri.edu/graduate/admissions.htm

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IPMB Gramene and Plant Ontology workshop

2009-10-22T12:10:34Z

Dear IPMB Congress participants,

We would like to invite the attendees of the 9th International Plant
Molecular Biology (IPMB) Congress (http://www.ipmb2009.org/) to be held
from October 25-30, 2009 in St. Louis, MO, USA to the Gramene Database
and Plant Ontology Workshop.

The workshop is free and open to everyone.

Time: Monday October 26, 6-9pm

Location: Room # 104/105 @ the meeting venue

Workshop Title: Comparative Plant Genomics with the Gramene database and
Plant Ontology project

Schedule:
6-7pm: GRAMENE (www.gramene.org)
-Get familiar with Gramene Database
-How Gramene can help in your research
-Questions and Answers

7-8pm: PLANT ONTOLOGY (www.plantontology.org)
-Get familiar with Plant Ontology (PO) resource
-How can PO resource help you
-Questions and Answers
8-9pm:
Discussion with the community of interested researchers and
their participation in building community based curation
network.
- Plant Gene Wiki
- Metabolic and regulatory Networks
- Your feedback and interests.

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Web: www.gramene.org
www.plantontology.org

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FW: SporeSim to simulate pollen dispersal

2009-10-09T04:24:55Z

Greetings.

I've just sub scrined to Maize-L.
In order to break the ice and to test my subscription I'll forward herewith a recent message to PopPal-l
Please don't hesitate to e-mal me.

Warm regards,
meindert

From: meindertdejong@...
To: polpal-l@...
Subject: FW: SporeSim to simulate pollen dispersal
Date: Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:14:38 +0200

Greetings!

SporeSim is physical-mathematical validated layer model to simulate dispersal of pollen and spores within a crop.
It may calulete the escape-fraction as the percentage of partic;es leaving the crop.
We used it to calculate the escape fraction of a biocontrol fungus for a risk analysis.
Then we incorporated a low sedimentation velocity Vs. If we change the parameter of Vs in Vs = 0.02 m/sec
SporeSim can quantify dispersal orf pollen grains and spores with à high sedimentation velocity such as conidiopspores of Potato Late Bliight.

It might be worthwhile to describe a version of SporeSim adapted to simulate pollen dispersal. However, I donot have a job thus such a small research should be funded externally by e.g. Kellog's Cornflakes to publish a paper on dispersal of pollen in corn. You may find a comprehensive description of Sporesim in
http://www.geocities.com/biosanitation/

Please feel free to e-mail meindertdejong@... if you see any opportunity for a scientific collaboration.
Thanks for the attention!

dr ir M.D. de Jong, SporeSim™ [45 Google hits]
Patent Water Hyacinth Mycoherbicide: http://www.t-c-m-rd.co.uk/cms_misc/articles/bni.pdf® [190]

Bioherbicides:
http://www.dpw.wageningen-ur.nl/biob/organis/meindert.htm
http://www.geocities.com/meindertdejong/ [104]
http://www.bfs.wur.nl/UK/Documents/Fermentation+unit+to+produce+mycoherbicides/

Apple Scab: http://www.geocities.com/biosanitation/ [59]

Biodiversity & Evolution: http://www.xs4all.nl/~avroekel/pdf/krokodil.pdf
http://www.publish.csiro.au/pid/5017.htm

Aerobiologia:
http://www.kuenvbiotech.org/dynamic/display_final.asp?query=pollen&id=16
Wageningen University, the Netherlands

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Postdoctoral position

2009-10-08T14:05:48Z

Postdoctoral Associate Position in Arabidopsis and maize Developmental
Genetics

A postdoctoral associate position is available at the University of Arizona
to study early endosperm development in Arabidopsis and maize.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a Ph.D. degree and
with demonstrated ability to carry out outstanding research in the fields of
plant biology, genetics, or related disciplines. Proven experience with
molecular biology techniques and demonstrated skills in written and oral
communication are essential qualifications. Ability to interact and work
collaboratively with others is also critical as this is a collaborative
effort involving multiple laboratories. Previous experience with
Arabidopsis, maize or knowledge of functional genomics and/or bioinformatics
is desirable but not essential. Position is available immediately.

To apply, send curriculum vitae and the names and contact information
(address, phone, fax and e-mail) for three references to Ramin Yadegari,
Ph.D. (yadegari@...), School of Plant Sciences, University of
Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721-0036, United States. FAX 520-621-7186. The
University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer-M/W/D/V.
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Postdoctoral Position in Raleigh NC. Gene silencing in maize.

2009-09-30T12:56:19Z

A postdoctoral position with the USDA-ARS at NC State University in Raleigh
NC will be available in early 2010 to work on optimizing and
characterization of a virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS) system in maize,
as part of a collaboration between ARS and the Noble Foundation. We are
looking for a candidate with a background in plant virology and/or plant
molecular biology. Knowledge of plant disease resistance would be a plus.
Please contact Peter Balint-Kurti peter_balintkurti@....

Peter Balint-Kurti

USDA-ARS

3418 Gardner Hall

Dept. of Plant Pathology,

NC State University

Raleigh NC 27695-7616

Tel 919 515 3516

Fax 919 856 4816

peter_balintkurti@...

<mailto:Peter.Balint-Kurti@...> Peter.Balint-Kurti@...

<http://www4.ncsu.edu/~pjbalint/peter.htm>
http://www4.ncsu.edu/~pjbalint/peter.htm

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(Bio)Informatics openings at Oregon State University

2009-09-30T12:12:35Z

http://news.gramene.org/?p=392

Bioinformatics and software programmer openings at the rank of Faculty
Research Assistant are available in the Jaiswal lab at the Department of
Botany and Plant Pathology to work on the Computational Biology and
Bioinformatics projects. This is a full-time, (1.0 FTE), 12-month,
fixed-term position working in the Jaiswal lab
(http://www.science.oregonstate.edu/bpp/faculty/jaiswal/). The positions
are renewable annually.

The projects involve development and maintenance of the databases,
software and analysis pipelines necessary for development of the Plant
Gene Expression, biochemical and regulatory pathway networks,
comparative genomics, text mining and biological ontology projects. The
incumbent will have the necessary skills on developing the software in
C, C++, Java, Perl, BioPerl, R, MATLAB, Shell, any other scientific
programming language, etc.; and development of MySQL database driven web
accessible applications, website coding in HTML, XML, JSP, PHP and
computer science applications.

To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0004776 at
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to
electronically submit your application, a Letter of Intent, and a
Curriculum Vitae (including 3 references). Applications will be
considered throughout the 2009-2010 fiscal year. The closing date is
subject to change without notice to applicants.

Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer and has a policy of being responsive to dual-career needs.
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Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA

Web: www.gramene.org
www.plantontology.org

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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS - Plant & Animal Genome XVIII Conference

2009-09-28T08:38:52Z

Dear Colleague:

You are invited to attend the Plant & Animal Genome XVIII Conference
(PAG-XVIII), January 9-13, 2010 taking place at the Town & Country
Convention Center in San Diego, California.

To view the pre-registration brochure please download the PDF file:

http://www.scherago.com/pag/RegBrochure.pdf

The meeting will again offer the satellite sessions and workshops which
took place at Plant & Animal Genome XVII. The meeting draft for
PAG-XVIII and abstracts from PG-I through PAG-XVII are available on the
PAG website listed below. The exhibits and posters will now take place
in the Grand Exhibit Hall, adjacent to the California room. We are no
longer using the lower level parking facility.

We are requesting that all abstracts be submitted electronically. The
abstract deadline is MONDAY, November 2, 2009; extended to allow for
the new registration process. The abstract submission website is now open.

All attendees looking to submit an abstract will be required to pay the
registration fee PRIOR to submitting their abstract. You will be
assigned an attendee ID# which will be issued once you complete the
on-line registration process. You can look up your ID# on the PAG
website at:

http://intl-pag.org

You will be required to provide your attendee ID# to complete the
on-line abstract submission process.

Due to severe delays in getting VISAs to enter the United States, we
recommend that you plan ahead and do NOT wait for your abstract
acceptance to begin the process. DO NOT WAIT.

All researchers presenting posters must pre-register for the meeting to
have their abstract printed in the final meeting program. Tha abstract
deadline is MONDAY, November 2, 2009. Registration is available via the
Internet using our secure on-line registration form listed below.

https://www.pagregistration.com/pag18reg.shtml

Full Conference (Univ/Non-Profit/Govt) Registration for ALL attendees:
Pre-Registration (deadline November 2, 2009): $550
Late Registration (after November 2, 2009): $650
On-site Registration: $750

Full Conference (Industry) Registration for ALL attendees:
Pre-Registration (deadline November 2, 2009): $775
Late Registration (after November 2, 2009): $875
On-site Registration: $975

Weekend Only (Univ/Non-Profit/Govt) Registration (Fri/Sat/Sun) for ALL attendees:
Pre-Registration (deadline November 2, 2009): $400
Late Registration (after November 2, 2009): $450
On-site Registration: $500

Weekend Only (Industry) Registration (Fri/Sat/Sun) for ALL attendees:
Pre-Registration (deadline November 2, 2009): $500
Late Registration (after November 2, 2009): $550
On-site Registration: $600

Student Registration (proof required):
Pre-Registration (deadline November 1, 2009): $375
Late Registration (after November 1, 2009): $425
On-site Registration: $475

All questions regarding Plant & Animal Genome XVIII should be directed
to Scherago Int'l at Tel: 201-653-4777 ext. 20, Fax: 201-653-5705 or
or Email: pag@....

Sincerely,

Darrin Scherago - VP, Meeting Manager
Scherago International, Inc.
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Postdoctoral Position for a Plant Biochemist in Systems biology of Maize/Rice C3-C4 leaf development and cell differentiation

2009-08-27T05:48:20Z

Postdoctoral Position in Systems biology of Maize/Rice C3-C4 leaf
development and cell differentiation

van Wijk lab, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA
[1]http://cbsu.tc.cornell.edu/vanwijk/

A postdoctoral position for a Plant Biochemist is available in the van
Wijk lab to contribute to a collaborative project sponsored by the
NSF-Genome program. This project concerns a cell-type specific
comparative analysis of C3 and C4 leaf development in Rice, Sorghum
and Maize. In leaves of such C4 grasses photosynthetic activities are
partitioned between two morphologically and biochemically distinct
bundle sheath (BS) and mesophyll (M) cells. The overall objectives are
to compare the quantitative and qualitative patterns of transcripts,
proteins, metabolic activities and anatomy at discrete stages and in
specific cell types in rice (C3), maize and sorghum (C4), and to
develop a model of the regulatory networks governing C4 anatomy and
function. These experimental datasets will be linked by new
informatics tools for comparative transcriptional and proteome
analysis, to provide the foundation for a systems biology approach to
understanding C4 biology.

The responsibilities of the postdoc include isolation of specific
subsets of leaf proteomes (e.g. Bundle strands) for proteome analysis,
as well as biological interpretation of large scale proteome (and
other) datasets. In particular, a strong effort is needed on
extracting biological conclusions and hypotheses from these large
scale datasets. Experience in plant protein biochemistry and a strong
interest in plant metabolism and systems biology is required. The
postdoc will work closely together with other team members, including
mass spectrometry specialists and bioinformaticians. Salary will be
commensurate with experience with generous employee benefits according
the Cornell Human Resource Office.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the
position is filled.
Application Instructions: Send your curriculum vitae, a statement of
research interests and career goals, and three letters of reference by
email to: [2]kv35@... Klaas J. van Wijk, Associate Professor,
Dept of Plant Biology, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, USA; tel
+1-607-255-3664; [3]http://cbsu.tc.cornell.edu/vanwijk/

Relevant papers:
Majeran, W., and van Wijk, K.J. (2009) Cell-type specific
differentiation of chloroplasts in C4 plants. Trends in Plant Science
14(2):100-9
Majeran W., Zybailov B., Ytterberg A.J., Dunsmore J., Sun Q., and van
Wijk K.J. (2008) Consequences of C4 differentiation for chloroplast
membrane proteomes in maize mesophyll and bundle sheath cells. Mol
Cell Proteomics 2008 7: 1609-1638
Covshoff S., Majeran W., Liu P., Kolkman J.M., van Wijk K.J.and
Brutnell T.P. (2008) Deregulation of maize c4 photosynthetic
development in a mesophyll cell-defective mutant. Plant Physiol 146:
1469-1481.
Majeran W., Cai Y., Sun Q.and van Wijk K.J. (2005) Functional
Differentiation of Bundle Sheath and Mesophyll Maize Chloroplasts
Determined by Comparative Proteomics. The Plant Cell 17: 3111-3140.

Klaas J. van Wijk
Associate Professor
Director of Graduate Studies (DGS) for the Field of Plant Biology
Dept of Plant Biology
332 Emerson Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853, USA
tel +1-607-255-3664
[4]http://cbsu.tc.cornell.edu/vanwijk/

References

1. http://cbsu.tc.cornell.edu/vanwijk/
2. mailto:kv35@...
3. http://cbsu.tc.cornell.edu/vanwijk/
4. http://cbsu.tc.cornell.edu/vanwijk/
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postdoctoral positions, University of Massachusetts, Amherst

2009-08-07T06:59:44Z

Two postdoctoral positions are open in the Walker Lab in the Biology
Department at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (see
http://www.bio.umass.edu/biology/faculty/ewalker.phtml for a brief
overview). The first position will be to investigate the *Yellow Stripe-Like
* family of genes in maize. The second, is to perform transcription
profiling experiments to identify key genes for the production of the
chemotherapeutic drug taxol. Each uses a combination of genetics,
bioinformatics, and biochemistry.

Applicants with previous plant molecular biology experience are preferred.

To apply, please send the following materials to ewalker@...:

1. A cover letter explaining specifically why you are interested in joining
the group, what skills and knowledge you would contribute, and what you
think we could offer in terms of training. In addition, please describe
your career goals.

2. A CV with three or more references and their full contact information.

3. A brief proposal (a few paragraphs is enough) for a possible project in
the lab. This need not be detailed, but should indicate that you have read
enough of the literature to be sincerely interested in some aspect of our
research, and that you can think independently and creatively about your
work. This can be part of the cover letter.

--
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Director, Plant Biology Graduate Program
Associate Professor, Biology
UMass, Amherst
Amherst, MA 01003
413 545-0861 (voice)
413 545-3243 (fax)
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Research Associate (Post Doc) at Oregon State Univ.

2009-07-15T11:25:21Z

Please post.

Position Title: Research Associate (Post Doc)

The Department of Botany and Plant Pathology has an immediate opening
for a Research Associate (Post Doc) to work on a cereal plant genome
wide gene expression analysis. This is a full-time, (1.0 FTE),
12-month, fixed-term position working in Dr. Pankaj Jaiswal's lab
(http://www.science.oregonstate.edu/bpp/).

How to Apply:
To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0004455 at
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to
electronically submit your application, a Letter of Intent, and a
Curriculum Vitae (including 3 references). For full consideration,
apply by 07/31/09 when review of applications will begin.

This position is required to develop a comprehensive gene expression
catalog of rice and other cereal plant genes in various the plant
development stages. The project includes histological studies, whole
genome transcriptome and proteome data generation and analysis. The
incumbent will be responsible for designing microarray and whole genome
transcriptome/digital gene expression experiment(s) using newer high
throughput sequencing technologies developed by Illumina,
454-LifeSciences, etc. Development of methods suitable to the
experimental conditions and plant material being investigated, carrying
out the experiments on analysis of anatomical samples using microscopy
and whole genome transcriptome, data analysis and publication of the
results in peer reviewed journals and submission to major data
repositories. Besides this, the incumbent will also participate in lab's
outreach activities, help in mentoring undergraduates and graduate students.

Successful candidate will work with existing lab personnel and various
collaborators that includes project PIs, faculty, highly trained PhD.
level bioinformatics specialists, software developers and the
department's fellow postdoc and graduate students.

Required qualifications:
- PhD in Plant Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry,
Biological
Chemistry, Metabolomics, or related field.
- Worked previously on gene expression data generation and analysis in
their PhD studies or postdoctoral training. Demonstrated expertise in
studying plant development, anatomy, histology, microarrays, gene
expression, proteomics, genetics and general understanding of plant
biochemistry and gene regulation.
- Demonstrated ability for independent and critical thinking, excellent
communication skills in oral and written presentations in English and
ability to work in teams.

Pankaj Jaiswal
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA

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CSHL Cereal Genomics Workshop- deadline approaching

2009-07-07T08:03:02Z

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APPLICATION DEADLINE APPROACHING:

A WORKSHOP IN CEREAL GENOMICS
October 13 - 19, 2009,
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

Application deadline - July 15, 2009

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Workshop Instructors:
David Jackson & Doreen Ware, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Sarah Hake, USDA/UC Berkeley Plant Gene Expression Center

This one-week workshop in Cereal Genomics will enable participants to take
advantage of emerging genetic tools and the completed cereal genome
sequences of rice and maize, and emerging sequences of other species. The
workshop will feature morning and evening lectures with afternoon computer
lab exercises. The workshop will also provide hands-on lab work in the
comparative anatomy, phenotype and QTL sections in which participants will
examine samples and make measurements for statistical analysis to illustrate
the power of maize genetics and its relation to genomics. The faculty
(instructors and invited lecturers) are active researchers in cereal
genetics and genomics who have made significant contributions to the field,
ensuring that the latest techniques and ideas will be presented. The course
will be structured to provide time for informal discussions and exchange
with leaders in the field. Students from academic institutions are eligible
to apply for partial scholarships.

Topics:
The rice, maize and other cereal genomes, and their annotation;
Genetic mapping: linking physical and genetic maps;
Classical maize genetics and tools;
Comparative anatomy of the cereals;
Comparative genomics;
Cereals databases;
Quantitative trait locus mapping, association analysis and evolution;
Genome wide expression analysis- ESTs, microarrays and Solexa transcript
profiling.

Confirmed speakers: Lisa Harper, Toby Kellogg, Ed Buckler, Torbert
Rocheford, Blake Meyers, Matt Hudson, Jeff Bennetzen, Katrien Devos, Karen
Koch, Scott Tingey, Jean Philippe Vielle Caldaza.

This workshop is supported with funds provided by the National Science
Foundation, and students from US academic institutions are eligible to apply
for partial scholarships.

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postdoc position open

2009-07-06T15:42:46Z

A postdoctoral position is available to study the relation
between cell wall structure and morphogenesis. The project uses the
emerging model grass, Brachypodium distachyon, and both forward and
reverse genetic approaches. The forward genetic approach will be a
screen for mutants with aberrant root morphology; the reverse genetic
approach will be to inactivate genes that are known to be important
in other species. The position requires a Ph.D. in a relevant area of
biology and preference will be given to candidates having experience
with any of the following: developmental genetics; cell wall
analysis; microscopy. The Baskin lab participates actively in the
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Interdisciplinary Program in
Plant Biology and also in a new cluster of scientists on campus
working on B. distachyon. The University of Massachusetts is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and I encourage all qualified persons to apply.
To apply, please send your cv to baskin@.... Check
http://www.bio.umass.edu/biology/baskin/ for (somewhat outdated)
information about my lab and feel free to contact me for more
information.
--
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/ \ / / \ / \ \ Tobias I. Baskin
/ / / / \ \ \ Biology Department
/_ / __ /__ \ \ \__ 611 N. Pleasant St.
/ / / \ \ \ University of Massachusetts
/ / / \ \ \ Amherst, MA, 01003
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Voice: 413 - 545 - 1533 Fax: 413 - 545 - 3243
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Job Opening: Plant Ontology Project Coordinator

2009-07-02T13:02:11Z

Deadline extended until July 31st.
Also, if you are attending the following meetings please feel free to
contact us to learn more about this position and the project:

ASPB-Plant Biology 2009 : Contact Pankaj Jaiswal
BSA Botany & Mycology 2009: Contact Aaron Liston

Position Title:
Research Associate (Senior Postdoc) / Research Associate (Postdoc)

Working Title: Plant Ontology Project Coordinator

The Plant Ontology Consortium (www.plantontology.org) is seeking
applicants for a full-time position of scientific curator who will
coordinate the Consortium’s efforts. The Plant Ontology Consortium is a
collaboration among researchers at Oregon State University, Cornell
University and New York Botanical Garden. The project is funded by the
National Science Foundation. The Consortium also collaborates with the
curators of many model organism databases including rice, Arabidopsis,
maize, grasses, legumes, Solanaceae, Bryophytes, Rosaceae and plant
phylogenomics. The project aims to develop shared vocabularies on plant
anatomy and growth and developmental stages, to describe patterns of
phenotype(s) and gene expression. For more details on the project please
see the publications (PubMed IDs:18194960, 17142475, 16905665, 18629207)

How to Apply:
To review the position description in detail and apply, go to posting
#0004322 at http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be
required to electronically submit your application, a cover letter
citing your interest in the position and your experience, and a
CV/resume including 3 references. Closing date 7/31/09.

Required qualifications:
Ph.D. in an aspect of plant biology (e.g. Development, Physiology,
Biochemistry, Genetics, Plant Pathology, Systematics) and/or genomics,
Phylogenomics, Systematics, Plant Biology and Plant Anatomy. Available
immediately to start working on the project. Demonstrated ability for
independent, critical thinking and excellent communication, networking
and teamwork skills.

--
Pankaj Jaiswal
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA

Ph.: +1-541-737-8471
Fax: +1-541-737-3573
Web: www.gramene.org
www.plantontology.org

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Three new things at MaizeGDB!

2009-07-01T09:49:28Z

Greetings, Maize-o-philes!

We have three items at MaizeGDB that you should check out.

1. The Mo17 SNP are in the Genome Browser! Visit
http://gbrowse.maizegdb.org/ to view those aligned SNP and other variations
contributed by the DOE's JGI.

2. Curious about how B73 is being sequenced? Want to know more about what
you're seeing when you work with sequence at MaizeGDB? Check out the
"Featured MaizeGDB Tutorials" at http://www.maizegdb.org/tutorial. The
movie "B73 Genome Caveats" is available in both QuickTime and FLASH formats
via links to the right of the "View Area" toward the top of that page. This
movie will be updated over time as the Maize Genome Sequencing Project
progresses and as MaizeGDB's representation of the genome improves.

3. Trying to find all the maize projects on a particular topic? Browse
POPcorn! POPcorn (http://www.maizegdb.org/POPcorn/) currently has 42
projects and 76 resources. Let us know what we're missing - we want this to
be a comprehensive list of projects and soon will implement the ability to
BLAST cooperating projects' sequence-indexed data from one place.

Thanks for your continued help and suggestions! We owe a special thanks to
the Maize Genome Sequencing Project personnel for their help in making the
B73 movie accurate.

Sincerely,
The MaizeGDB Team

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Job Opening: Plant Ontology Project Coordinator

2009-06-16T10:44:40Z

Position Title: Research Associate (Senior Postdoc) / Research Associate
(Postdoc)
Working Title: Plant Ontology Project Coordinator

How to Apply:
--------------
To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0004322 at
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to
electronically submit your application, a cover letter citing your
interest in the position and your experience, and a CV/resume including
3 references. Closing date 7/15/09.

Position description:
---------------------
The Plant Ontology Consortium (www.plantontology.org) is seeking
applicants for a full-time position of scientific curator who will
coordinate the Consortium’s efforts. The Plant Ontology Consortium is a
collaboration among researchers at Oregon State University, Cornell
University and New York Botanical Garden. The Consortium also
collaborates with the curators of many model organism databases
including rice, Arabidopsis, maize, grasses, legumes, Solanaceae,
bryophytes and plant phylogenomics. The project aims to develop shared
vocabularies on plant anatomy and growth and developmental stages, to
describe patterns of phenotype(s) and gene expression. For more details
on the project please see the publications (PubMed IDs:18194960,
17142475, 16905665, 18629207)

Duties / Responsibilities:
--------------------------
Develop and refine the ontologies with the PO curators in participating
databases and core labs, annotate gene products and stocks with the
vocabularies in the ontologies, participate in the development and
application of methods to streamline and enhance the quality of
annotations, manage website content, set project milestones, organize
and moderate project meetings, and work with the project members to
deliver the database releases and project reports on strict timelines.

Required qualifications:
------------------------
Ph.D. in an aspect of plant biology (e.g. Development, Physiology,
Biochemistry, Genetics, Plant Pathology, Systematics) and/or genomics,
Phylogenomics, Systematics, Plant Biology and Plant Anatomy. Available
immediately to start working on the project. Demonstrated ability for
independent, critical thinking and excellent communication, networking
and teamwork skills. Previous work in any one or more areas of Plant
Development, Plant Physiology, Plant Biochemistry, Plant Genetics and/or
genomics, Plant Pathology, Museum specimen curation, Phylogenomics,
Systematics, Plant Biology and Plant Anatomy. Excellent communication
skills in English is a must. Experience in teaching and outreach.
Familiarity with Plant Development and Anatomy. Able to travel and
attend 3-4 meetings/year of the PO consortium.

In order to be considered for the Research Associate (senior Postdoc)
position, the candidate must have 3 or more years of
postdoctoral/scientist research experience and supporting publications
in peer reviewed international journals. The selection committee will
judge the candidate based on the qualifications below; in addition, to
showing the ability to lead on a scientific project as an independent
researcher.

Preferred qualifications:
-------------------------
Past experience in project coordination, large scale gene expression and
phenotype evaluation, familiarity with basic UNIX commands,
spreadsheets, and commonly used biological research tools such as BLAST
and Literature Database search is desired. A working knowledge of PERL
and/or SQL will be considered an asset but not required.

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Browse maize projects or add your own at POPcorn!

2009-05-15T14:19:03Z

Maize BioNet Members,

I am writing to announce that POPcorn, the Project Portal for corn,
has been released! It can be accessed online at http://www.maizegdb.org/POPcorn
or by clicking the link to POPcorn in the left margin of MaizeGDB's
main page.

POPcorn is an NSF-funded project (DBI #074380) ancillary to MaizeGDB
that currently provides a searchable database of maize projects and
resources. During Phase 2 of development, we plan to enable
researchers to retrieve sequence data from multiple sources with one
query - BLASTing lots of sources from one place!

Work on POPcorn began in February of 2009. It will be released in
three phases over two years.

Phase 1 (current) Provide a searchable database of maize projects and
resources.
Phase 2 Provide tools for sequence-based searching of participating
maize projects and resources.
Phase 3 Provide behind-the-scenes tools to enable projects to
transition their data to MaizeGDB when the projects are complete.

Upon completion, POPcorn will become a part of MaizeGDB.

Status
The initial set of searchable projects was released in April '09 and
we are continuing to add projects to the searchable database. We are
in the process of setting up a forum for coordinating annotation
efforts.

NOTE THAT WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING A PROGRAMMER! Apply online at https://www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1242422222540
before May 30!

Thanks!
Carolyn Lawrence (PI), Taner Sen (coPI), and Ethy Cannon (Solution/
Application Architect)

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PlantGeneWiki Beta release

2009-05-07T00:21:16Z

From
http://news.gramene.org/?p=220

PlantGeneWiki Beta release
Posted on May 6, 2009, 5:40 PM, by pankaj, under Community news,
Database release, Gramene, Gramene news.

The Gramene database project team is happy to announce beta release of
the PlantGeneWiki. It is designed as an online community portal on
plant genes and their annotations. Our goal for PlantGeneWiki is to
generate community curated/annotated pages where the researchers can
browse, search, read and manage the content by editing. Yes, the biggest
advantage of them all is that researchers now have the ability to update
and edit the information known about the genes identified in plants on
their own without any delays. If you don’t find a gene of your interest
in the PlantGeneWiki, you can add it as well. Any content you add/edit
on PlantGeneWiki is released for instant online access and cites your
contribution. Therefore a good starting place is to add/edit information
on known genes.

PlantGeneWiki is freely accessible to everyone and you can help us make
it better in following ways:

* Share your knowledge by EDITING existing and/or ADDING new
information to the existing gene pages.
* Adding NEW GENE PAGES.
* Adding links.
* Correct and report our errors.

We encourage first time users to get familiarized with the portal and
user/contributor functions by taking the Guided Tours/Tutorials.

The PlantGeneWiki website can be accessed from any of the following URL’s.
http://plantgenewiki.gramene.org/
http://plantgenewiki.org/

Pankaj Jaiswal
Web: www.gramene.org
www.plantontology.org

--
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Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA

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Fax: +1-541-737-3573
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Post-doctoral position available

2009-03-23T19:28:50Z

POSTDOCTORAL POSITION available at NC State Univ. from September 2009

for NSF-funded project using natural variation in maize to identify
interaction networks among genes involved in disease response. Project
combines phenotyping in the field with marker analysis and QTL and
association mapping methods. Applicants should send an email including CV
and list of references to Peter Balint-Kurti (peter_balintkurti@...)

Peter Balint-Kurti

USDA-ARS

3418 Gardner Hall

Dept. of Plant Pathology,

NC State University

Raleigh NC 27695-7616

Tel 919 515 3516

Fax 919 856 4816

peter_balintkurti@...

http://www4.ncsu.edu/~pjbalint/peter.htm

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necrosis syndrome at the base of leaf

2009-03-23T10:56:37Z

Hi,
I grew teosinte and corn in the greenhouse, CU at Boulder, and got a
problem.
Recently, I found necrosis at the base of leaf of teosinte and corn.
Does any have any thought about this problem.
I post a picture on Picasea. Please look at it and give me some
suggestion. Thanks in advance.
CHI-CHIH WU

Teosinte
http://picasaweb.google.com/macchih/Teosinte_in_greenhouse?feat=directlink

Growing condition:
1. Growing in 4-gallon plastic pot
2. Dirt- Fafard Canadian Growing Mix-2
3. Fertilizer: Hoagland's solution
4. Pesticide: spray to treat mite and aphid
5. Elevation: 5430 feet
6.

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International Science and Engineering Fair - Call for Judges

2009-03-01T10:45:42Z

Hi,
I am the Plant Sciences Grand Awards Co-Chair for
the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
to be held May 10-15, 2009 in Reno, Nevada.
I am actively seeking individuals to serve as Grand
Awards Judges for the upcoming event. The ISEF is
the premier world-wide showcase for student researchers
from grades 9-12. This year students from 45 different
countries compete for over $4 million dollars in cash
awards, scholarships and special awards.
In order to assure the quality of our winners, we need
your help. As professionals in the biological sciences,
you provide the knowledge and expertise necessary to
choose the absolute best student finalists from among
the many excellent research projects at this year's Fair.
If you or your collegues are interested in becoming a
Grand Awards judge this year, please visit the official
ISEF website: http://www.sciserv.org/isef/judges/index.asp
or feel to contact me via e-mail at kroberts@... or
by phone at (301) 386-7544.
Thanks for your consideration, and I hope to hear from you.
Karl J. Roberts, Ph.D.
Plant Sciences Grand Awards Co-Chair
Intel ISEF
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Research Associate (Post Doc) Opening

2009-02-25T11:16:01Z

---------------
Oregon State University
Research Associate (Post Doc)

To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0003896 at
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to
electronically submit your application, a Letter of Intent, and a
Curriculum Vitae (including 3 references). Closing date 03/16/09.

This is a full-time, (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position working in
Dr. Pankaj Jaiswal's lab (http://www.science.oregonstate.edu/bpp/).
Research Associate (Post Doc), Department of Botany and Plant Pathology,
Oregon State University, to work on a cereal plant genome wide gene
expression analysis. Full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term
position. This position is required to develop a comprehensive gene
expression catalog of rice and other cereal plant genes in various the
plant development stages. The project includes histological studies,
whole genome transcriptome and proteome data generation and analysis.
Required qualifications include PhD in Plant Biology, Molecular Biology,
Genetics, Biochemistry, Biological Chemistry, Metabolomics, or related
field. Worked previously on gene expression data generation and
analysis in their PhD studies or postdoctoral training. Has
demonstrated expertise in studying plant development, anatomy,
histology, microarrays, gene expression, proteomics, genetics and
general understanding of plant biochemistry and gene regulation.
Incumbent must have a demonstrated ability for independent and critical
thinking, excellent communication skills in oral and written
presentations in English and ability to work in teams.
Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to promote
and enhance diversity; experience working in wet lab research
specializing in microarray, high throughput genome and whole genome
transcription and/or Digital gene expression using newer sequencing and
microarray technologies susch as those sequencing technologies developed
by Illumina, 454-LifeSciences, etc, ; and biochemical and/or regulatory
pathways, enzyme kinetics, gene regulation. Experience with Linux and
Windows operating system, programming in Perl, Java, C++ and HTML editing.

Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer and has a policy of being responsive to dual-career needs.

--
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Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA

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St Croix, Virgin Islands maize

2009-02-21T13:58:59Z

Hello,
We are trying to find some old varieties of maize from St Croix to
grow at the Virgin Islands Small Farm Institute (www.visfi.org).
I have read reference to St Croix Long Ear variety. Anyone know
of how to get seed? Thanks
--
Jay Bost
MS Student in Interdisciplinary Ecology
University of Florida
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NCCC-167 Corn Breeding Meeting Announcement

2009-01-28T15:18:07Z

We are accepting registrations for the 2009 NCCC167 Corn Breeding
Meeting!

NCCC167 is the USDA-CSREES Communications Committee on corn breeding.
We meet each year to share our latest research results, develop
collaborations, and discuss current issues in corn breeding. This year
Dr. Tom Brutnell <http://bti.cornell.edu/TomBrutnell.php> of BTI,
Cornell University will present a plenary lecture on genetic mechanisms
shade avoidance. Registration is open to anyone with an interest in
corn breeding.

Click here
<http://www.agron.iastate.edu/corn/ncr167/Meetings/2009/2009%20meeting%2
0Default.html> for information about the meeting and registration.

The meeting will be held March 10-12 at the Allerton Conference Center
<http://www.continuinged.uiuc.edu/allerton/> in Monticello Illinois.
This is immediately before the 51st Annual Maize Genetics Conference
<http://www.maizegdb.org/maize_meeting/2009/l> , which will be held in
nearby St. Charles Illinois. Transportation to the Maize Genetics
Conference from the Allerton Conference center will be arranged.
Questions? Contact Paul Scott <mailto:Paul.scott@...> .

Links:

NCCC167 Meetings Registration and Information:
http://www.agron.iastate.edu/corn/ncr167/Meetings/2009/2009%20meeting%20
Default.html

Allerton Conference Center:
http://www.continuinged.uiuc.edu/allerton/

51st Annual Maize Genetics Conference:
http://www.maizegdb.org/maize_meeting/2009/

Dr. Tom Brutnell's web page:
http://bti.cornell.edu/TomBrutnell.php

Paul Scott e-mail:
paul.scott@...

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Teosintes in Greenhouse

2009-01-26T11:04:56Z

I would like to grow Teosintes in greenhouse. Does anyone have any
experience about the type of dirt used and the environmental
condition in greenhouse.
Thanks in advance
Chi-Chih

CHI-CHIH WU
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Colorado
Campus Box 334
Boulder, CO 80309-0334

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The National Plant Genome Initiative at Ten Years: A Community Workshop

2008-12-23T19:25:44Z

Dear Colleagues,

I would like to draw your attention to a Wiki site http://npgi-workshop.wetpaint.com/?mail=1128
that describes a summary of a recent workshop entitled:

"The National Plant Genome Initiative at Ten Years: A Community
Workshop"

This site contains information (agenda, Rapporteur's summaries,
session/Q&A notes, list of meeting participants and a meeting summary)
related to the recent National Plant Genome Initiative Workshop held
at the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Conference Center of the National
Academies in Irvine California on August 26-28, 2008.

The purpose of the meeting was to bring a broad group of stakeholders
together to discuss the outcomes of the first ten years of the US
National Plant Genome Initiative (NPGI) as well as the challenges and
opportunities ahead for the next five to ten years. The NPGI started
in 1998 and is managed by the Interagency Working Group on Plant
Genomes (IWG-PG). The IWG-PG is currently in the process of developing
a new five-year plan using a variety of inputs, including the outcomes
of this workshop.

I hope that you find the information provided useful.

Happy Holidays

Joe Ecker

Joseph R. Ecker
Professor, The Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Plant Biology/Genomic Analysis Laboratories
10010 North Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone (858) 453-4100 x1752
FAX (858) 558-6379

Web addresses:
http://www.salk.edu
http://signal.salk.edu
http://pbio.salk.edu/pbioe/finaleckerhomepage.html
http://www.salk.edu/faculty/ecker.html

Administrative Assistant:

Nancy Benson
Phone (858) 453-4100 x1106
Fax (858) 558-6379
email: nbenson@...

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Post-Doctoral Position: Stellenbosch University

2008-12-22T06:42:04Z

POST-DOCTORAL POSITION: Large-Scale Ecosystem Functioning

Understanding the effects of climate change and land use on ecosystem
functioning is a challenging question addressed by the team of
environmental and biological scientists on the BIOTA-AFRICA project
(www.biota-africa.org). As part of the BIOTA-Southern Africa (Phase III)
project, this post-doctoral fellowship will entail analyzing the
long-term data collated over the past 8 years from 35 observatories and
800 sub-sites across the southern African transect (from Cape Point,
South Africa, to Caprivi, Namibia). Specific questions involved in the
project include (1) relationships between abiotic factors (e.g. soil
nutrient content and habitat heterogeneity) with ecosystem structure and
community composition (e.g. woody cover and species turnover); (2) the
influence of land use on soil respiration and therefore ecosystem
productivity; (3) spatial and scaling patterns of species and soil type
distributions; (4) spatiotemporal modelling of the plant-soil
interactions under the current climate change regime.

Preference will be given to candidates with strong skills in large-scale
data analysis using GIS and statistical multivariate methods. The
candidates will also be able to publish the output in peer-reviewed
journals. The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research is
offering a commencing fellowship of an amount of R120,000 for 2009, and
the position will be based in Stellenbosch University, South Africa. In
addition to the fellowship, the successful candidate will also be
provided with a laptop computer and other research equipment.
Subsistence and transport costs during research expeditions will be
covered. The post-doc will work under the supervision of Dr. Cang Hui
(DST-NRF Centre of Excellence for Invasion Biology) and Dr. Anthony J.
Mills (Department of Soil Science).

A detailed CV, project outline (one-page maximum) and one/two
publication reprints, together with contact details of two references,
should be sent by email to chui@... and mills@... by the end
of February 2009. The candidate should be able to start in the first
quarter of 2009.

http://www.biota-africa.org

http://academic.sun.ac.za/cib/team/staff/cang/canghui.htm

http://academic.sun.ac.za/soil/mills/AMills.html

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Denny Steel contact info?

2008-12-14T12:42:42Z

Might anyone know the whereabouts of Denny Steel, maize seed co.
veteran, who was once located near Minneapolis? Unfortunately, I
can't find the right Denny. Thanks.

Jason Karl

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Ames 21890

2008-12-05T11:33:57Z

My name is Robert Thompson. I have been working with teosinte samples,
extracting phytoliths from teosinte fruitcases. I have been successful in
building a database of known samples (100 phytoliths from each sample are
described in detail). I have been successful in working backwards from
blind samples to the teosintes from which they originated.

I recently did a blind test on an assemblage of phytoliths which
statistically identified as Zea mays parviglumis. However, I was informed
that the sample from which I extracted the phytoliths was Ames 21890,
identified as Zea diploperrenis. I repeated the process and again the
phytolith assemblage was typical of that from Zea mays parviglumis.

I then decided to try to increase my sample of Zea d. I discovered that
Ames 21890 was given me by Mary Eubanks when I was building my database,
but I had not run it. When I created phytolith assemblages from that sample
I found that they matched the results of the two blind tests, and rather
than being similar to two other Zea d samples Ames 21890 produced an
assemblage identical to those from Zea mays parviglumis.

Has anyone else worked with that particular accession, and if so did it
appear to be Zea d or Zea mays parviglumis, as I suspect?

I would ask for material from that accession from North Central, but the
accession has been removed from availability.

If anyone has 5 or 6 fruitcases left from that accession, I would like to
see if it again appears to be parviglumis, or if there may have been some
human error involved.

Thanks in advance to anyone who can help with this.

Bob Thompson
Archaeobiology Lab
Anthropology Department
University of Minnesota
395 Hubert H. Humphrey Hall
319 S. 19th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55455

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FW: Post-doc positions available

2008-11-26T05:15:28Z

Post-Doc Positions Available - University of Georgia, Athens, USA

1. Genetic Analysis of Switchgrass, a Bioenergy Crop

A 3-year postdoctoral position is available to work on a DOE-funded project
to enhance our understanding of the genetics of switchgrass, Panicum
virgatum. Switchgrass is a grass native to the USA and has many
characteristics which make it suitable for development as a bioenergy crop.
It is currently bred and grown for forage. Nevertheless, very little is
known about the genetics of switchgrass. Switchgrass is predominantly
tetraploid or octoploid, depending on the ecotype, and is an outcrossing
species. The project will involve marker development, genetic mapping,
linkage disequilibrium studies, and diversity and association analyses, and
is part of a larger initiative that focuses on enhancing the bioconversion
potential of switchgrass.

Individuals interested in the position should send a Curriculum Vitae,
including the names and contact information for at least three people who
can provide recommendations, to Katrien M. Devos, Dept. of Crop and Soil
Sciences and Dept. of Plant Biology, 3111 Miller Plant Sciences, University
of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 ( <mailto:kdevos@...> kdevos@...). The
preferred start date for the position is February 1st 2009. Salary will be
commensurate with appropriate experience. Review of applications will start
on December 22nd and continue until a suitable applicant has been found.

2. Genetic Analysis of Foxtail Millet, a Model for Switchgrass

A 3-year postdoctoral position is available to work on a USDA/DOE-funded
project to develop foxtail millet as a model for switchgrass. Switchgrass
is being developed as a bioenergy crop, but its polyploid and largely
self-incompatible nature will complicate genetic analyses. Foxtail millet,
Setaria italica, a food crop grown mainly in Asia, is a close relative of
switchgrass and has the advantages, at least from a genetic point of view,
of being diploid and having a small and stable genome. The foxtail millet
genome will be sequenced by the DOE-Joint Genome Initiative and a 4X
sequence is expected to be available by Spring 2009. A mapping population
is being developed between Yugu1, the foxtail millet variety selected for
sequencing, and a S. viridis accession. S. viridis is the presumed
progenitor of foxtail millet. The project will involve sequencing of S.
viridis using next-generation sequencing technology, comparative analysis of
the S. italica and S. viridis sequence to identify SNP markers, construction
of a genetic map and anchoring of the sequence to the genetic map.

Individuals interested in the position should send a Curriculum Vitae,
including the names and contact information for at least three people who
can provide recommendations, to Katrien M. Devos, Dept. of Crop and Soil
Sciences and Dept. of Plant Biology, 3111 Miller Plant Sciences, University
of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 ( <mailto:kdevos@...> kdevos@...). The
preferred start date for the position is February 1st 2009. Salary will be
commensurate with appropriate experience. Review of applications will start
on December 22nd and continue until a suitable applicant has been found.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Katrien M. Devos

Dept. of Crop and Soil Sciences, and Dept. of Plant Biology

3111 Miller Plant Sciences Building

University of Georgia,

Athens, GA 30602

Tel: (706) 542-0925

Fax: (706) 542-0914

E-mail: <mailto:kdevos@...> kdevos@...

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USDA-ARS Research Leader position - Ames, IA

2008-11-20T10:57:41Z

Job Announcement Number: ARS-X9W-0032

Seeking a dynamic scientist to serve as Research Leader of a diverse
Unit engaged in developing an integrated approach for managing and
improving corn, soybean, and other cereal crops; and to develop and
conduct a personal research program that complements existing Unit
research projects.

For details, please see full announcement at:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=77065218&AVSDM=2008-11-03+00%3A03%3A01&Logo=0&jbf574=AG03&lid=17602&FedEmp=N&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&FedPub=Y&caller=/agency_search.asp&SUBMIT1.x=76&SUBMIT1.y=10

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Kay Simmons
National Program Leader
Plant Genetics & Grain Crops

USDA, Agricultural Research Service
5601 Sunnyside Ave., Room 4-2202
George Washington Carver Center
Beltsville, MD 20705

phone: 301-504-5560
cell phone: 301-529-1180
fax: 301-504-6191
http://www.ars.usda.gov/research/NP301
http://www.ars.usda.gov/research/NP302

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Pathway curator position

2008-11-18T11:04:31Z

Oregon State University
Research Associate (Post Doc); immediate opening

Research Associate (Post Doc), Department of Botany and Plant Pathology,
Oregon State University, working as a pathway database curator.
Full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term position. The anticipated
duration of the position is 3 years, but annual reappointment is at the
discretion of the Department Head. This position is required to develop
a comprehensive catalog of rice and other cereal plant metabolic
pathways and enzymes. The project expands the coverage of metabolic
pathways from Rice to all known pathways in major cereal plants. This
database will be used as a reference database to generate other
organism-specific plant pathway databases such as for maize and wheat.
The curator will be responsible for development, curation and
maintenance of the Pathway databases on Gramene in following ways.
Required qualifications include PhD in Biochemistry, Biological
Chemistry, Metabolomics, or related field; 2-5 years of experience
working in wet lab research specializing in biochemical and/or
regulatory pathways, enzyme kinetics, gene regulation; and have a
demonstrated ability for independent and critical thinking, excellent
communication skills in oral and written presentations in English and
ability to work in teams.
Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to promote
and enhance diversity; and experience with Linux and Windows operating
system and programming in Perl, Java and HTML editing is highly desirable.
To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0003545 at
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to
electronically submit your application, a Letter of Intent, and a
Curriculum Vitae (including 3 references). Closing date 12/12/08.

Oregon State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer and has a policy of being responsive to dual-career needs.

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Pankaj Jaiswal

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Two open Res. Assoc. positions at Monsanto Company

2008-11-17T07:43:54Z

Two open positions: Research Associate

Location: Saint Louis, MO, USA

Degree Required: Bachelors / Masters

Area of Study: Transgenic Trait Integration

Group: Breeding Technology
Function: Research & Development
Req Number: mons-00009437
Responsibilities: We are seeking highly talented and experienced
scientist(s) with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or Physiology. The
individual will be part of a larger multi-disciplinary effort and
contribute and advance our understanding aimed at developing methods for
process discovery and advancing the knowledge base around speeding-up of
the trait integration process. Successful applicants will work in a team
based environment, and interact cross functionally within the
organization

Required Skills: Applicants should have a degree in Plant Biology,
Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or other related field with
approximately 5 years of laboratory experience (BS candidates) or 1-2
years of laboratory experience (MS candidates) A solid background in
imaging technologies including fluorescence/confocal microscopy, and/or
molecular biology technologies such as cloning, and/or plant tissue
culture and/or manipulation of plant growth and development is required.
The ideal candidate will also have excellent oral and written
communication skills, project leadership ability and be highly motivated
and results-oriented.

Application Instructions: Apply online following instructions available
at http://www.monsanto.com/careers/opportunities/united_states.asp

Please feel free to contact Jyoti Rout at jyoti.r.rout@... for
more information.

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Postdoc position available

2008-11-17T07:15:57Z

Postdoctoral Position at Penn State
Plant Molecular Genetics and Genomics

Seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study molecular genetic
diversity and perform Association/QTL Mapping in Jatropha Curcas, a
biofuel feedstock plant species. The incumbent will join an
international multi-disciplinary team that includes plant molecular
biologists, plant breeders and plant biotechnologists. A Ph.D. degree
in a plant science discipline with experience in Marker Development,
Association/QTL Mapping, Genetic Diversity, and Bioinformatics is
required. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are
required. Attractive salary and fringe benefits package are
available. The position is available immediately. Send (via email) a
letter of research interest and professional goals, a curriculum
vitae, and contact information for three referees to Dr. Majid
Foolad, Department of Horticulture, 102 Tyson Building, The
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802. For
additional information: phone: 814-865-5408 or email: mrf5@....

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and
the diversity of its workforce.

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Majid R. Foolad, PhD
Professor of Plant Genetics
Department of Horticulture
217 Tyson Building
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 16802 USA
Phone: 814-865-5408
Fax: 814-863-6139
Email: mrf5@...
Website: http://hortweb.cas.psu.edu/dept/faculty/foolad/foolad.html
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