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

[Fwd: postdoctoral position - biofuel research]
by Bev Godard 26 May '08

26 May '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: postdoctoral position - biofuel research Date: Sat, 24 May 2008 13:04:45 -0500 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca ------------ Hi all, I am forwarding a postdoctoral opportunity for those who are in the fields of plant molecular biology/biochemistry Postdoctoral Research Assistant *Division of plant sciences, University of Dundee, Scotland* *Salary: £27,466 - £33,780* Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position on an FP7 collaborative project funded by the EU. The successful applicant will join a team of researchers, in the laboratory of Claire Halpin, studying lignin biosynthesis and its manipulation to improve biofuel production from lignocellulosics. The wider collaborative project involves 22 partner laboratories, both academic and industrial, in the EU and USA, with whom close contact will be maintained through regular meetings. The successful applicant will be part of a well resourced laboratory that is part of the College of Life Sciences' plant research division based at the near-by Scottish Crop Research Institute (SCRI). Both the College and SCRI have excellent core facilities. Applicants should have, or be about to obtain, a PhD, and experience in plant molecular biology or biochemistry would be an advantage. This post is available for 48 months in the first instance. Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Claire Halpin, e- mail: c.halpin(a)dundee.ac.uk <mailto:c.halpin@dundee.ac.uk>. *(Applications sent to this address will not be considered).* Applications in the form of a CV and covering letter, including the names and addresses of 3 referees, should be sent to HR-LifeSciences(a)dundee.ac.uk <mailto:HR-LifeSciences@dundee.ac.uk> quoting *LS/2231/WW*. Alternatively, please send 2 hard copies of your CV and covering letter to Human Resources, College of Life Sciences, MSI/WTB/JBC Complex, University of Dundee, DD1 5EH. Applicants will only be contacted if invited for interview. *Closing Date:* 11 June 2008 The University of Dundee is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Best 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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IDRC Internship Awards for 2009
by Martha Blouw 23 May '08

23 May '08

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Bentley Cropping Systems Fellowship
by Martha Blouw 23 May '08

23 May '08

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[Fwd: Phd positions in life sciences/ETH-Zurich]
by Bev Godard 21 May '08

21 May '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Phd positions in life sciences/ETH-Zurich Date: Wed, 21 May 2008 11:29:45 -0500 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca Hi Bev, Please forward this to graduate students in plant science. Thanks Muthu ---------------- Hi all, Following information may be useful for those looking for phd opportunities. PhD positions in the life sciences, ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, Switzerland The Life Science Zurich Graduate School houses several Ph.D. programs that cover distinct areas of the life sciences. Each program offers research and education opportunities in a stimulating international environment for ambitious students who wish to work towards a Ph.D. degree. Accepted students perform their research project in one of the participating research groups of their favorite program, according to their scientific interest. Advanced teaching and training courses are offered throughout the curriculum. The program language is English throughout. Applicants must hold or anticipate receiving a Masters degree or equivalent from a university in a relevant field before starting the Ph.D. program. Applicants accepted for the program will have to register with either the University of Zurich or ETH Zurich, depending on the affiliation of their future research group. Application deadlines: July 1st and December 1st Ph.D. studies usually last 3-4 years The web pages provide detailed information for submission of application. Please refer to the guidelines as they only take into consideration applications received in the required format. Submission of application only via Internet at http://www.lifescience-graduateschool.ch/index.php?id=108 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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[Fwd: minutes to distribute]
by Bev Godard 16 May '08

16 May '08

On behalf of Martin Entz, I am forwarding the Feed Hungry Planet minutes. -------- Original Message -------- Subject: minutes to distribute Date: Fri, 16 May 2008 14:21:35 -0500 From: Martin Entz <University(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> -- 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: Rerun of intro session]
by Bev Godard 16 May '08

16 May '08

I am forwarding the following message on behalf of Martin Entz. -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Rerun of intro session Date: Fri, 16 May 2008 13:48:22 -0500 From: Martin Entz <University(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> References: <482079AF.6090706(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> Because so many faculty had other committments and could not attend the first meeting of course development for "Feeding a Hungry Planet", we will have a make up class. The time is 1:30 on Tuesday, May 20. Location is Plant Science Seminar Room. Remember - this is the FIRST day back from the long weekend. Hope to see you there! martin entz At Tue, 06 May 2008 10:30:55 -0500, Bev Godard wrote: > > > -------- Original Message -------- > Subject: Seminar in Theatre, RCFFN - Thursday, May 15, 2008 @ 2:00 pm > Date: Tue, 6 May 2008 09:32:54 -0500 > From: Laurene Davy <davyl(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> > To: 'B. Amiro' <amirobd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>, 'B. Oleson' > <brian_oleson(a)umanitoba.ca>, 'G. Fulcher' <gary_fulcher(a)umanitoba.ca>, > 'L. Connor' <mconnor(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>, 'N. Holliday' > <neil_holliday(a)umanitoba.ca>, 'P. McVetty' > <peter_mcvetty(a)umanitoba.ca>, 'Q. Zhang' <zhang(a)Ms.UManitoba.CA> > CC: <surinder_kamboz(a)umanitoba.ca>, "'Bev Godard'" > <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>, <ma_baker(a)umanitoba.ca>, "'Allison > Cranmer'" <cranmer(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>, <lagasse(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>, > "'Evelyn Fehr'" <fehre(a)cc.umanitoba.ca>, <michael_trevan(a)umanitoba.ca>, > "'Karin Wittenberg'" <km_wittenberg(a)umanitoba.ca> > > > > Good Morning: > > This message is sent on behalf of Karin Wittenberg, Associate Dean > (Research), Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences: > > Attached is the poster for Dr. Karen Murphy, University of South > Australia, who is > > one of the Australian research collaborators for project announced > by Mr. Rondeau > > this past week. > > > > With thanks, > > Laurene Davy > > Confidential Secretary > > The University of Manitoba > > Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 > > CANADA > > Ph. 204-474-6029 > > Fax 204-474-7525 > > */"It's Not All About Farming"/* > > > > > -- > 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 -- 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: Feeding a hungry planet - workshop tomorrow]
by Bev Godard 14 May '08

14 May '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Feeding a hungry planet - workshop tomorrow Date: Wed, 14 May 2008 13:13:40 -0500 From: Martin Entz <University(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> References: <482079AF.6090706(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> Dear Colleagues and graduate students. This is a reminder that we will have a short workshop aimed at developing a course entitled "Feeding a hungry planet" Remember that all staff and grad students are welcome to attend as we would appreciate your ideas. The intent is for this to be a course that can be offered by the Plant Science department. This will be the first in a series of meetings on the course, so if you cannot attend tomorrow, you will receive the minutes. Agenda for Thursday 10 AM Room 218 1. Introductions and REFRESHMENTS 2. Purpose of the course and discussion of parameters 3. Discussion of course content 2.1 Breakout sessions to discuss major themes in the course 2.2.Report back to entire group 4. Background on food security issues 5. Additional contributions from you... 6. Adjourn -- 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: Seeking your suggestions]
by Bev Godard 13 May '08

13 May '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Seeking your suggestions Date: Mon, 12 May 2008 14:38:33 -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 ------------- Dear all, I would like to thank everyone for providing me a great opportunity to serve PSGSA as the president. I am currently looking at ways to improve the activities of PSGSA which will directly benefit everyone in our department. I would like to hear from you more about what you think could be done through PSGSA. Your suggestions in this regard are greatly appreciated. I have two plans right now. 1 - setting up a notice board perhaps at the graduate lounge/any common area and display the relevant opportunities arising at international level (graduate openings, job vacancies, post-doc positions, etc.). 2- starting discussion groups or other initiatives with the aim of preparing phd students for candidacy exams. Please mail me with your suggestions. Thanks 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: Call for applications: IPRS - Australia]
by Bev Godard 09 May '08

09 May '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Call for applications: IPRS - Australia Date: Fri, 09 May 2008 05:11:12 -0500 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca Hi Bev, Good morning. Please forward this to grad. students. Thanks Muthu ------------------- Hi all, If you are graduating soon from your masters and planning to apply for a Ph.D abroad, you might consider the following opportunity. International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) The main objectives of the IPRS program are to: * attract top quality international postgraduate students to areas of research strength in Australian higher education providers; and * support Australia's research effort. The IPRS program enables international students to undertake a postgraduate research qualification in Australia and gain experience with leading Australian researchers. Scholarships are open to international students of all countries (except New Zealand) and are available for a period of two years for a Masters by research degree or three years for a Doctorate by research degree. The scholarship covers tuition fees and health cover costs for scholarship holders, and health cover costs for their dependants (Please note that if you win the award, the concerned university will provide the maintenance grant). Applications for a scholarship need to be made directly to a participating university. Universities are responsible for determining the selection process by which scholarships are allocated to applicants. Contact details for Australian universities may be obtained from http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/Links/Universities.htm <ttp://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/Links/Universities.htm%22> ou The allocation of IPRS grants to participating universities is based on a formula that is reflective of their overall research performance. More details of the program could be obtained from http://www.endeavour.dest.gov.au/australian_institutions/international_post… Please let me know if you need more details in this regard. Best 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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[Fwd: meeting to discuss new course]
by Bev Godard 08 May '08

08 May '08

I am forwarding the following message on behalf of Dr. Martin Entz. -------- Original Message -------- Subject: meeting to discuss new course Date: Thu, 08 May 2008 10:46:54 -0500 From: Martin Entz <mentz(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> References: <48206E3F.7000704(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> "We have been discussing a new course in the Department - on the theme of "Feeding a Hungry Planet". This course will be aimed at students across the university and will likely be listed as a 1000 or 2000 level course. It would be great to have a discussion about what should be contained in the course. So, I am inviting you to participate in a discussion about the "Feeding a Hungry Planet" course. When: Thursday, May 15 at 10 AM Where: Room 218 What: I will present a possible course outline, though keep in mind that your input is important to further shaping of the outline. If you cannot make this meeting, please send me your thoughts by email. Thank you, and hope to see you there. Martin Entz -- 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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