October 2023 - Plants-all - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Seed (soybeans?) in the Horticultural Storage Building
by Alina Skorobohatova 17 Oct '23

17 Oct '23

The following is forwarded on behalf of Dr. Doug Cattani, Acting Dept Head: There is seed (soybeans?) in the Horticultural Storage Building that must be removed today. It will be thrown out tomorrow if it is still there. This building is not to be used to haphazardly leave materials. In the future materials left in the building that is not properly stored and/or are not authorized to be in the building will be discarded. Douglas Cattani Acting Department Head, Associate Professor, Perennial Crop Breeding Department of Plant Science, University of Manitoba (204) 474-6071 Doug.Cattani(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Doug.Cattani@umanitoba.ca> The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. I respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and dedicate myself to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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Paula is retiring!
by Allison Paulusma 13 Oct '23

13 Oct '23

The following is being forwarded on behalf of Dr. Dilantha Fernando: --------------------------------------------------------- Dear All, As some may be aware, Paula Parks, a long-time Technician in the Department in Dr. Dilantha Fernando’s lab is retiring. Today, Friday, October 13 is her last working day. Paula began working in the Department of Plant Science 42 years ago, first with the late Dr. Roger Rimmer (for 17 years) and then with Dr. Dilantha Fernando (for the last 25 years)! Paula managed the pathology lab (Fernando Lab) and worked on canola pathology. She was instrumental in working in the canola pathology program that screened thousands of canola and HEAR materials for the UM breeders and co-op testing for the Canola Council of Canada's WCCRRC program for nearly 42 years. Many canola and HEAR cultivars have been registered for growers through her screening for excellent blackleg resistance. Paula also graduated with a BSc from our department, which adds another 3-4 years! On behalf of the Fernando Lab, and all of us in Plant Science, we’d like to thank Paula for her many years of dedication and service to the Department, and the canola industry. Collectively we want to wish Paula all the best on her retirement. Please save the date for Paula’s upcoming retirement celebration: Thursday, November 9th Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Rm 218 Agriculture Bldg. Dilantha Fernando Professor [cid:47932d3b-994e-4526-8119-51f01f3835bb] Dr. Dilantha Fernando, Fellow of the APS Dean of Studies, St. Paul's College, University of Manitoba Professor, Dept. of Plant Science, University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB, CA R3T 2N2 | T: (204) 474-8577 | T: (204) 474-6072 🧪 Fernando Lab<https://home.cc.umanitoba.ca/~fernando/> | 📄 Papers<http://www.bashanfoundation.org/contributions/Fernando-D/dilanthapub.html> | 🎓Google Scholar<https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=vUFlELUAAAAJ&hl=en>

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Big autoclave is down
by Plant Science Reception 10 Oct '23

10 Oct '23

The following is being sent on behalf of Pawanpuneet Rehal: Hello all, This email is let you all know that the big Getinge autoclave in room 210 is down and cannot be used further.. Please try to store or manage your waste accordingly until the new machine is here. It might take few weeks and will update you as soon as it is installed and ready to use. Thank you for your co-operation! Thank you Pawanpuneet Rehal Research Technician Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg R3T 2N2 Work Phone: 204-474-6409

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New Grad Program Advisor
by Plant Science Reception 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Hi all, As you all know, Ekta Badesha is the new Grad Program Advisor. She began work in this position yesterday and is located in 226 Plant Science (the Grad Program Advisor's office). From now on, please direct all e-mail communications related to graduate studies to Ekta (Ekta.Badesha(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Ekta.Badesha@umanitoba.ca>). Thank you, Rob Rob Gulden Professor & Acting Associate Head Dept. Plant Science 222 Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Road University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 [UMLogoSignature] Phone: 204-474-6080

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Dr. Ian Baldwin's Session on Early Career Development and Publication Strategies
by Alina Skorobohatova 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

The following is being sent on behalf of Curt McCartney: You will be receiving the attached poster soon about the Bendelow Lecture that will be given by Dr. Ian Baldwin. He works at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena, Germany (https://www.ice.mpg.de/person/111845/2824). Dr. Baldwin is working at the interface of ecology, molecular biology, and analytical chemistry. In addition to the two events advertised in the attached poster, Dr. Baldwin will be hosting a session on Early Career Development and Publication Strategies. The target audience is graduate students, post-docs, research associates, and interested technicians. It will be facilitated by Jon Rosset and Janelle Gawiak. Coffee, tea, and snacks provided. This session will be held Monday, October 23 2:00 - 3:30 pm in Room 218, Agriculture Building. Here is additional information about Dr. Baldwin's research. CV https://www.ice.mpg.de/268552/iaba2016_cv.pdf iBiology presentation summarizing his research https://www.ibiology.org/plant-biology/studying-plants-ecological-interacti… UCDavis Presentation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLFLBv1a_Fc Thanks, Curt

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October 5th BBQ Group Photo - Part 2
by Alina Skorobohatova 05 Oct '23

05 Oct '23

All, thank you for participating to the BBQ and thank you, Claudia, for the drone pictures (Dilshan, your drone is intact and save). Special thanks go to the many volunteers and to all the participants. We are fortunate to work in such a welcoming place. To the next BBQ.... Claudio on behalf of the BBQ committee Claudio Stasolla Dept. Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2,Canada Ph. 204-474-6098 [cid:36481ce0-1854-4713-8518-b5cf9a4589a9] ________________________________ From: Claudia Quilesfogel-Esparza <Claudia.Quilesfogel-Esparza(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Claudia.Quilesfogel-Esparza@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Thursday, October 5, 2023 1:58 PM To: Claudio Stasolla <Claudio.Stasolla(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Claudio.Stasolla@umanitoba.ca>> Cc: Jared Bento <Jared.Bento(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jared.Bento@umanitoba.ca>>; Dilshan Benaragama <Dilshan.Benaragama(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Dilshan.Benaragama@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: October 5th BBQ Group Photo Hello Claudio, I am attaching the photos from todays BBQ. Sincerely, Claudia

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October 5th BBQ Group Photo - Part 1
by Alina Skorobohatova 05 Oct '23

05 Oct '23

All, thank you for participating to the BBQ and thank you, Claudia, for the drone pictures (Dilshan, your drone is intact and save). Special thanks go to the many volunteers and to all the participants. We are fortunate to work in such a welcoming place. To the next BBQ.... Claudio on behalf of the BBQ committee Claudio Stasolla Dept. Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2,Canada Ph. 204-474-6098 [cid:36481ce0-1854-4713-8518-b5cf9a4589a9] ________________________________ From: Claudia Quilesfogel-Esparza <Claudia.Quilesfogel-Esparza(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Claudia.Quilesfogel-Esparza@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Thursday, October 5, 2023 1:58 PM To: Claudio Stasolla <Claudio.Stasolla(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Claudio.Stasolla@umanitoba.ca>> Cc: Jared Bento <Jared.Bento(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jared.Bento@umanitoba.ca>>; Dilshan Benaragama <Dilshan.Benaragama(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Dilshan.Benaragama@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: October 5th BBQ Group Photo Hello Claudio, I am attaching the photos from todays BBQ. Sincerely, Claudia

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Forward to all Technicians
by Plant Science Reception 04 Oct '23

04 Oct '23

Hello All, I will be attending the Plant Science Department Council meeting this afternoon as the rep for technical staff from Plant Science. If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please let me know and I can bring them forward at the meeting. Sorry for the late notice. Ardelle Ardelle Slama Technician, Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 222 Agriculture Building 204.474.6068 Ardelle.Slama(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Ardelle.Slama@umanitoba.ca>

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BBQ-tomorrow-games
by Alina Skorobohatova 04 Oct '23

04 Oct '23

All, a reminder about the BBQ tomorrow @ 12 at the Point. Dilshan has offered to flight his drone (weather permitting) for a group picture! Games: 1. Speed leaf raking 2. Football pumpkin target practices 3. Slingshot competition: take Dilshan's drone down and win a 30-day-paid leave (compliment of the Head). The first two shots are free, $5 for any additional shot. See you tomorrow The BBQ folks Claudio Stasolla Dept. Plant Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2,Canada Ph. 204-474-6098 [cid:b4ccb724-4fee-431c-9641-283c520b7efe]

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