October 2008 - Plants-grads - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

[Fwd: FGS Award Announcement]
by Martha Blouw 20 Oct '08

20 Oct '08

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International Student Health Insurance Cards
by Martha Blouw 20 Oct '08

20 Oct '08

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[Fwd: Postdoctoral position in crop physiology]
by Bev Godard 20 Oct '08

20 Oct '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Postdoctoral position in crop physiology Date: Sat, 18 Oct 2008 04:12:18 -0500 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca Dear Bev, Please forward this along to all graduate students in plant science. Thanks Muthu ------------ Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Plant & Crop Photosynthesis *University of Nottingham, United Kingdom Reference : SCI525X1* *Closing Date : Tuesday 28 October 2008* Applications are invited for the above post in the Division of Plant and Crop Sciences. The successful candidate will join an active research laboratory investigating avenues for the improvement of leaf and canopy photosynthesis in crop plants. The Plant and Crop Sciences Division is internationally acclaimed as a centre of excellence for fundamental and applied research underpinning our understanding of agriculture, food production and quality and the natural environment. This post, funded by the BBSRC, will investigate the role of photoprotective processes and photooxidative stress in a major crop plant, rice. The impact of altered levels of photoprotection on abiotic stress resistance and photosynthetic productivity will be tested using a range of physiological and biochemical parameters and will form part of a research programme with firm international collaborations. The successful candidate will 1) carry out experiments to identify points of limitation for photosynthesis and growth in transgenic tropical rice plants, and 2) perform biochemical and molecular analyses of transgenic tropical rice plants. Candidates must have experience and practical knowledge of mechanisms of leaf photosynthesis and its regulation (gas exchange and chlorophyll fluorescence), photosynthetic metabolism and protein analysis. Experience of rice crop physiology and RNA analysis and modelling of canopy processes is highly desirable. Candidates should possess a PhD and a background in plant and crop physiology and a willingness to travel to collaborating laboratories. An essential attribute is a desire to apply basic plant science knowledge to crop improvement. Salary will be £25,888 per annum. This post is available from 1 December 2008 and will be offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of three years. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr E Murchie, tel 0115 951 6082 or Email: Erik.Murchie(a)Nottingham.ac.uk <mailto:Erik.Murchie@Nottingham.ac.uk>. Further information about the Division of Plant and Crop Sciences is available at: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/biosciences/plantsci/. Best - Muthu -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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[Fwd: [UM GradStudies notice] FGS Announcements for the week ending October 10]
by Martha Blouw 14 Oct '08

14 Oct '08

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[Fwd from Muthu: Postdoctoral position in plant biotechnology]
by Bev Godard 06 Oct '08

06 Oct '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Postdoctoral position in plant biotechnology Date: Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:06:26 -0500 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca Hi Bev, Please forward this to all graduate students in plant science. Thanks Muthu -------- Postdoctoral position - Plant Biotechnology Wageningen UR, Laboratory of Genetics Wageningen, (Gelderland), 38 hours per week Job descriptionProject Information: The ERGO project ?Design of a decision matrix to assess GM crop impact on the detrital food web? aims to investigate how to determine risks of genetically modified food crop plants potentially damaging a healthy soil ecosystem by monitoring the effect of GM plants on detrivore soil organisms. In the project, transgenic Arabidopsis thaliana and Brassica plants will be constructed expressing Arabidopsis genes that are expected to enhance the content of specific anti-nutritional glucosinolates. These plants will be used by the collaborating partner in the project, the department of Animal Ecology of the Earth and Life Sciences faculty of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, to study their effect on detrivore soil organisms. The project is expected to start soon. Job Description: Arabidopsis transcription factor genes known to control aliphatic glucosinolate biosynthesis will be cloned behind different promoters to create binary constructs for transformation of Arabidopsis, Brassica oleracea and B. rapa using Agrobacterium tumefaciens and A. rhizogenes mediated transformation methods. Transgenic plants need to be evaluated for gene expression and glucosinolate levels in pots and if possible in the field. Successfully modified plants will be multiplied for use in detrivore feeding studies by the VU partner. RequirementsRequired education/skills:Doctorate You have obtained a PhD in Plant Sciences or (Plant) Biotechnololgy, with a strong focus on molecular biology. You have experience in binary vector construction, plant transformations and analysis of transgenic plants. Experience with Arabidopsis and Brassica transformation is considered an advantage. You have published in high-rating international scientific journals. You value the benefits of collaboration, but are well able to perform independent research. Job type: Research / Advising Workfield(s): - Post-doctorates(Scientific discipline: Agriculture) OrganizationWageningen UR, Laboratory of Genetics Wageningen University and Research Centre (Wageningen UR) is an international renowned knowledge institute in the fields of life sciences and sustainability. It makes an essential contribution to the quality of life through pioneering research and innovative education in the fields of health and nutrition, sustainable agricultural systems and a viable environment. Wageningen Plant Sciences is a Wageningen UR consortium, bringing together the expertise of Wageningen University and the research institutes Plant Research International and PPO (Applied Plant Research). Dedicated to the field of plant-related research and education, Wageningen Plant Sciences has over 1800 staff members at 17 locations throughout the Netherlands. The cooperation focuses on five expertise areas: * Bioscience * Breeding and Biodiversity * Crop Ecology and Chain Innovations * Biointeractions and Crop Protection * Agrosystem innovations In addition, applied research is carried out utilising specialist know-how and expertise in various sectors. Wageningen Plant Sciences also conducts a number of statutory research tasks. Research group: The Botanical Genetics section of the Laboratory of Genetics studies the genetic basis of natural variation in plants, mainly using the model plant species Arabidopsis thaliana or related Brassicaceae species. The research of the section is focused on the development of new genetic tools such as populations and lines, as well as ways to efficiently analyze them to advance the study of natural variation. Main areas of biological interest are plant growth and performance, adaptation to heavy metal exposure and plant nutrigenomics. Conditions of employmentEmployment basis: Temporary for specified period Duration of the contract: 3 years. Maximum hours per week: 38 Additional conditions of employment: This concerns a full-time position, 38 hours a week, for 3 years. Salary depends on experience (scale 10-11) with a maximum of ?4284 per month. Additional InformationAdditional information about the vacancy can be obtained from: Dr. Mark Aarts Telephone number: 31 317 485413 E-mail address: mark.aarts(a)wur.nl <mailto:mark.aarts@wur.nl> ApplicationYou can apply for this job before 24-10-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to: Wageningen UR, Laboratory of Genetics Department Personnel & Organization H. Casteels P.O. Box 16 6700 AA Wageningen The Netherlands E-mail: vacaturemeldingen.psg(a)wur.nl <mailto:vacaturemeldingen.psg@wur.nl?subject=ApplicationPostdoc%20PlantBiotechnology> When applying for this job, mention the vacancynumber AT: DPW 08-40. Regards, Muthu -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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FGS Graduate Student Travel Award
by Martha Blouw 03 Oct '08

03 Oct '08

Faculty of Graduate Studies Graduate Student Travel Award The Faculty of Graduate Studies allocates funds to assist Master's and Ph.D. students with costs for travel for presentations of papers, posters, or other creative work pertinent to their studies. The application deadline for conferences scheduled from December 1 to March 31 is November 1. Applications and information are available at http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/112.htm -- Martha Blouw, Academic Advisor Department of Plant Science 226 Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Road University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8223 Fax: (204) 474-7528 http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/plant_science/

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Seed of the Year Scholarship
by Martha Blouw 02 Oct '08

02 Oct '08

Seed of the Year Scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled in plant breeding or genetics at a master's or Ph.D. level. One recipient will be selected from one of the following Western Canadian Universities: University of Alberta, University of Manitoba, or University of Saskatchewan. Two applications will be submitted from each university for consideration. One scholarship will be selected from the six submitted. Value: $2000 Application deadline: October 10, 2008. Applications are available from me. -- Martha Blouw, Academic Advisor Department of Plant Science 226 Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Road University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8223 Fax: (204) 474-7528 http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/plant_science/

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