February 2018 - Plants-grads - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar - Thursday, Feb 8, 2018
by Christy Doyle 02 Feb '18

02 Feb '18

On Thursday, February 8, 2018, the Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar will be: "Bacteriocins as Determinant that can Affect Bradyrhizobium japonicum Competition for Nodule Occupancy in Soybean" Presented by: Dr. Ivan Oresnik Department of Microbiology Faculty of Science University of Manitoba At 3:30 p.m. in the Carolyn Sifton Lecture Theatre, Room 130, Agriculture Building. A Poster is attached. Coffee at 3:00 p.m. in the Atrium Everyone Welcome!!

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Manitoba Horticulturists Graduate Scholarship
by Martha Blouw 02 Feb '18

02 Feb '18

Manitoba Horticulturists Graduate Scholarship The Manitoba Horticulturists Graduate Scholarship was established in 1990 to promote the development of horticulture in Manitoba by supporting horticulture research. A $1000 scholarship award is available to a graduate student at the University of Manitoba who is conducting applied or basic horticulture research. This award shall be granted to a promising student who: C has successfully completed, with high standing, one year of a Master's or Ph.D. program at the University of Manitoba; C is registered for a second year in a Master's program or for a second or third year in a Ph.D. program at the University of Manitoba; C has demonstrated achievement in horticulture research applicable to the Canadian prairies. Preference will be given to a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applicants are to submit the following documents to Martha Blouw, Department of Plant Science (222 Agriculture Building): C a covering letter describing: a) the status and progress of your research program and coursework; b) the value of your research project to horticulture on the Canadian prairies; C an abstract of your research project; C a copy (photocopy is acceptable) of the transcript of your academic record or University of Manitoba student history. Application Deadline: February 26, 2018

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Job with Dow Agrosciences
by Martha Blouw 02 Feb '18

02 Feb '18

Research Scientist, Integrated Field Sciences R&D, Dow Agrosciences, Edmonton, AB www.dow.com/careers Competition # 1711875 Plan and implement field research and development programs to validate the field biology and performance of new product concepts; recognize future marketplace needs and influence the development of new product concepts; and provide technical support to maximize sales of new and existing products. Basic Qualifications: M.Sc. or higher. Preferred Qualifications:  PhD or higher in Weed Science, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Plant Molecular Biology, Soil Science, Agronomy or related Biological Science.  In-depth knowledge of the theories and practices of agricultural science.  Demonstrated proficiency in conducting and publishing refereed research.  A working knowledge of agronomic production practices, crop protection, biotechnology, molecular biology and/or plant genetics.  Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to transfer technology through scientific presentation and publication. Comfortable engaging and interacting with internal (marketing, sales, regulatory) and external (producers, academics, consultants) stakeholders.  Practical knowledge of education techniques and experience transferring technical information to diverse audiences. Learn more at www.dowagro.com/enca/canada and http://www.dow-dupont.com/about-dow-dupont/agriculture/default.aspx. The closing date is February 16, 2018 and applicants must apply on-line.

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FW: [VPAC-Assoc-Deans] Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED)
by Martha Blouw 01 Feb '18

01 Feb '18

From: <vpac-assoc-deans-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:vpac-assoc-deans-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca>> on behalf of Kennis Fung <Kennis.Fung(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kennis.Fung@umanitoba.ca>> Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 11:04 AM To: "vpac-assoc-deans(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:vpac-assoc-deans@lists.umanitoba.ca>" <vpac-assoc-deans(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:vpac-assoc-deans@lists.umanitoba.ca>> Subject: [VPAC-Assoc-Deans] Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) Applications are now open for the Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED). The SEED program provides students and researchers from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) with short-term exchange opportunities for study or research in Canadian post-secondary institutions at the college, undergraduate and graduate levels. Undergraduate or graduate students from post-secondary institutions in ASEAN are eligible to apply (notes: candidates who have obtained Canadian citizenship or who have applied for permanent residency in Canada are NOT eligible). For college and undergraduate applications, a written institutional collaboration and student exchange agreement MUST be in place at the time of application. For graduate applications, an agreement is desirable but NOT mandatory. All University of Manitoba's applications have to be submitted by the International Centre. ASEAN member states: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos (Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR)), Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam). The scholarship value varies depending on the duration and level of study. The scholarship value for students is: * CAD 8,700 for college, undergraduate or graduate students (Master's and PhD) for a minimum of four months or one academic term of study or research; * CAD 11,200 for graduate students (Master's and PhD) for a period of five to six months of study or research; or * CAD 14,400 for undergraduate and college students for a period of eight months or two academic terms of study or research. Full details: Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED)<http://www.scholarships-bourses.gc.ca/scholarships-bourses/can/institutions…>(URL: http://www.scholarships-bourses.gc.ca/scholarships-bourses/can/institutions…) Internal application deadline: Tuesday, April 3, 2018 4:30pm DST International Centre contact: Kennis Fung<mailto:kennis.fung@umanitoba.ca?subject=Canada-China%20Scholars'%20Exchange%20Program%202018%20>, International Partnership Officer (Asia and Oceania), Kennis.Fung(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kennis.Fung@umanitoba.ca> ___________________________________________________________________ Kennis Fung International Partnership Officer (Asia and Oceania) | International Centre<http://umanitoba.ca/research/international_centre/index.html> University of Manitoba 541 UMSU University Centre, Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3T 2N2 (t) 1.204.474.7691 (f) 1.204.474.7648 (e) Kennis.Fung(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kennis.Fung@umanitoba.ca> www.umanitoba.ca/research/international_centre/index.html<http://www.umanitoba.ca/research/international_centre/index.html> Going abroad? Check out International SOS<http://umanitoba.ca/research/international_centre/emergency_contact.html> Canada-China Scholars' Exchange Program<http://www.scholarships-bourses.gc.ca/scholarships-bourses/can/ccsep-peucc.…>(Deadline: March 6, 2018) Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development<http://www.scholarships-bourses.gc.ca/scholarships-bourses/can/institutions…>(SEED) (Internal deadline: April 3, 2018)

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CORRECTION: Chinese New Year
by Ashley Ammeter 01 Feb '18

01 Feb '18

Hi All, A correction from the previous email regarding the Chinese New Year Lunch. The lunch will not be a potluck. If you wish to participate, we ask you pay $5 per person, and the PSGSA will take care of providing all of the food! We look forward to seeing you all then, Ashley

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Chinese New year party for Plant science students
by Xiangyu Pei 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

Dear All, Our annual Chinese NY Party will be hold on the Friday after next week (February 16th 2018) in Room 218. We will have our potluck at 12 pm (noon) most food would be Chinese dishes but you are welcome to bring your own dishes as well. The sign up sheet would be in the graduate student lounge. $5 would be charged if you just like to try. The money would be used for our student activities. If you brought some dishes, it would be great if you could labelled what may contain (gluten/meat...) for students who are allergic/vegetarian etc. I think everyone has been working hard for a year (or a few years) so it’s a good time to take a short break and try some food with us. We wish everyone would join us and see you at the party! Let us know if you had any questions. Cheers, Bruce MSc Student PSGSA Social Director 2017-2018 222 Agriculture Building University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R37 2N2

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