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

[Fwd: FGS Announcements for the week ending June 20, 2008]
by Martha Blouw 25 Jun '08

25 Jun '08

-- Martha Blouw, Administrative Assistant 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 martha_blouw(a)umanitoba.ca http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/plant_science/

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[Fwd: Postdoctoral opportunity in plant genetics]
by Bev Godard 23 Jun '08

23 Jun '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Postdoctoral opportunity in plant genetics Date: Sun, 22 Jun 2008 08:37:44 -0500 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca Hi Bev, Please forward this to grad students in our department. Thanks Muthu -------------------- Postdoctoral Opportunity Crop Genetics Department, John-Innes Centre, UK Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Crop Genetics Department to work on quantitative variation in photoperiod response in wheat. The successful candidate will join a team working in the area of flowering and adaptation in wheat. The project will investigate mutations of the Photoperiod (Ppd) genes in bread wheat to understand how combinations of gain and loss of function mutations on the three wheat genomes provide variation in flowering time. As well as investigating the specific role of the Ppd genes the project will address how gene expression on the three wheat genomes is coordinated to control plant development. Further details of this project and the laboratory can be found at http://www.jic. ac.uk/profile/ david-laurie. asp <http://www.jic.ac.uk/profile/david-laurie.asp> The post holder will be responsible for the analysis of gene expression in wheat lines with different combinations of gain or loss of function alleles of the Ppd gene, studying the Ppd gene itself and other genes in the photoperiod pathway. This will include the development of quantitative assays to measure the expression of homologous genes on the three wheat genomes and analysis of when and where the Ppd gene is expressed during plant development. The post-holder will also develop constructs to test Ppd function using transgenic barley and analyze flowering time and gene expression in transgenic lines. The John Innes Centre is a world-class Institute and is looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who has, or expects to soon receive a PhD in genetics and/or molecular biology. We will be providing the job-holder with opportunities to develop their technical and transferable skills during this assignment, by way of training programmes, coaching and mentoring. Essential skills required are experience of; quantitative measurement of gene expression, gene cloning and sequencing, experience of using transgenic approaches. In addition, we require; computer literacy; the ability to handle complex ideas, to reason quickly and accurately and to work at a high level of technical accuracy; the ability to organise and run parallel strands of the project. Previous experience of cereals is not necessary. The salary on appointment will be within the range £25,576 to £28,418 dependent upon qualifications and experience. Candidates who have up to three years postdoc experience will be appointed under the Postdoctoral Training Fellowship scheme http://www.jic. ac.uk/corporate/ opportunities/ vacancies/ PDF_Scheme_ overview. doc <http://www.jic.ac.uk/corporate/opportunities/vacancies/PDF_Scheme_overview.…>. More experienced candidates will be appointed on a Limited Term Contract http://www.jic. ac.uk/corporate/ opportunities/ lta.htm <http://www.jic.ac.uk/corporate/opportunities/lta.htm>. For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our web site http://jobs. jic.ac.uk <http://jobs.jic.ac.uk> or contact Human Resources, The Operations Centre, Norwich Bioscience Institutes, Norwich, NR4 7UH, UK, 01603 450462 quoting reference *1001744*. *The closing date for applications will be 9th July 2008.* /The John Innes Centre is a registered charity (No. 223852) grant-aided by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council and is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 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: The Red River Ex]
by Bev Godard 20 Jun '08

20 Jun '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: The Red River Ex Date: Fri, 20 Jun 2008 09:15:27 -0500 From: Victoria Gauthier <umgauthv(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hello everyone, Just a reminder that tomorrow (June 21) the grad students will be going to the Red River Ex. There is a sign up sheet and more information in the grad student lounge. Please let me know if you are wanting to come with us and we will arrange rides etc. Thanks! Victoria -- 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: Fridge replacement]
by Bev Godard 20 Jun '08

20 Jun '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Fridge replacement Date: Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:37:13 -0500 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca ---------------------- Hi all, The fridge in the graduate lounge is not working properly and that we need to replace it sooner than later. We are investigating the possibilities of getting a used/new one. Please let me know if you know any place where we can get good used ones. Also, if you have anything sitting in the fridge for long time, please check if it is still good and remove if needed. Thanks for your co-operation. 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 June 13]
by Martha Blouw 18 Jun '08

18 Jun '08

-- Martha Blouw, Administrative Assistant 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 martha_blouw(a)umanitoba.ca http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/plant_science/

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[Fwd: Minister of Water Stewardship Scholarship]
by Martha Blouw 17 Jun '08

17 Jun '08

-- Martha Blouw, Administrative Assistant 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 martha_blouw(a)umanitoba.ca http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/plant_science/

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[Fwd: Phd studentship in plant pathology]
by Bev Godard 16 Jun '08

16 Jun '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Phd studentship in plant pathology Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:09:36 -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 ------------------ The Halpin Phd studentship program in rice blast research: School of Biosciences University of Exeter Training the next generation of scientists in combating one of the world's most serious plant diseases. Rice blast disease is a major constraint on world rice production and there is an urgent need for more effective and durable control strategies, particularly in the rice-growing nations most affected. The Halpin Studentship Programme provides generous funding for scientists to carry out a PhD in molecular plant pathology in the laboratory of Professor Nicholas J. Talbot. Rice blast research at Exeter is focused on developing an understanding of the biology of the rice blast fungus, Magnaporthe grisea, utilizing molecular genetics, functional genomics and cell biology. Applicants should have a first degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or Genetics and have a strong interest in plant disease research. Applicants from the rice-growing regions of the world are strongly encouraged to apply. The four-year studentship has a generous stipend, travel allowance, consumables budget and a home-integration award that will be made upon completion of the PhD. *Funding information* *Funding applies to: *Open to applicants from a range of countries Contacts and how to apply *Administrative contact and how to apply: Available from October 2008* To apply send a CV and covering letter, outlining your suitability for one of these studentships and providing contact details for two academic referees, to BS-PGadmissions@ ex.ac.uk <http://mailto+%3A+BS-PGadmissions@ex.ac.uk/> Further information: www.exeter.ac. uk/biosciences <http://www.exeter.ac.uk/biosciences> 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: The Ex!]
by Bev Godard 12 Jun '08

12 Jun '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: The Ex! Date: Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:12:35 -0500 From: Victoria Gauthier <umgauthv(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> Hello all, Just one last reminder, tonight is the last night that you can get the cheap ex passes (admission and unlimited rides for $29.40) at Mac's convienence stores. After tonight at midnight, prices go up, so now is the cheapest time to buy. I am going to get my pass this evening so if you would like me to pick one up for you and pay me back I will do that. Let me know if you would like to come. Remember, the more people that come, the more fun it will be. So take an afternoon off from your research and come out for a good time! Hope to see you there, Victoria P.S. just in case you didn't get the last email, we're planning on going there on Saturday, June 21 -- 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: Fw: Post Doc Vacancy: Computational Genetics & Informatics]
by Bev Godard 12 Jun '08

12 Jun '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Fw: Post Doc Vacancy: Computational Genetics & Informatics Date: Thu, 12 Jun 2008 21:57:53 +0530 (IST) From: Muthukumar Bagavathiannan <vbmuthukumar(a)yahoo.co.in> Reply-To: vbmuthukumar(a)yahoo.co.in To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca Hi Bev, Please forward this to all graduate students in plant science. Thanks Muthu --- On *Thu, 6/12/08, rres bab-announce (RRes-Roth) /<rres.bab-announce(a)bbsrc.ac.uk>/* wrote: From: rres bab-announce (RRes-Roth) <rres.bab-announce(a)bbsrc.ac.uk> Subject: Post Doc Vacancy: Computational Genetics & Informatics To: michael.primig(a)unibas.ch Cc: "chris rawlings (RRes-Roth)" <chris.rawlings(a)bbsrc.ac.uk>, "graham king (RRes-Roth)" <graham.king(a)bbsrc.ac.uk> Date: Thursday, June 12, 2008, 6:43 PM */Post Doctoral Research Scientist/ /Computational Genetics and Informatics/* *//* Rothamsted Research, Harpenden, Herts, UK ** A postdoctoral computational geneticist / bioinformatician is required to work in the group of Graham King, contributing to the Multinational /Brassica/ 'A' Genome Sequencing Project. The job will require the post holder to deliver computational genetics and bioinformatics methods, tools and information to add value to the annotated genome sequence, specifically including alignment and interpretation of genomic sequences with consensus genetic linkage maps and presentation via Ensembl. Working alongside a team of geneticists, bioinformaticians and other mathematical biologists in the Centre for Mathematical and Computational Biology, the work will contribute to the development of methods to enable re-calculation of integrated genetic maps constrained by evidence from sequence scaffolds. Applicants should have a PhD in comparative genomics, quantitative genetics or bioinformatics. Appointment will be at Band 6-PD, with a salary normally in the range of £24,563 to £28,418 per annum. This post is available for *24 *months. *For more details and to download application form , please go to http://www.rothamsted.bbsrc.ac.uk/careers/vacancies/Vacancies.html* *and return the form to the HR Group, Rothamsted Research, Harpenden, Herts, AL5 2JQ **(e-mail rres.hr(a)bbsrc.ac.uk).* <mailto:rres.hr@bbsrc.ac.uk> *Please quote reference: 1044 Closing date: 30 June 2008 * ** -- 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: The Red River Ex]
by Bev Godard 11 Jun '08

11 Jun '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: The Red River Ex Date: Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:44:08 -0500 From: Victoria Gauthier <umgauthv(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hello all, I received a very good suggestion today about chosing a specific day to go to the ex so that people will be able to give me a more definate idea of whether they will be able to attend or not. So...we will be going to the ex on Saturday, June 21. Please let me know if you would like to join in on the fun and if you have any more suggestions. Thanks, Victoria -- 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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