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Survival in the jungle of scholarly publishing: Building authorship and peer review skills

The world of publication may look like a jungle for graduate students. Join Botany co-Editors-in-Chief Dr. Liette Vasseur and Dr. Shelley Hepworth and journal staff for an interactive workshop designed to demystify the world of scholarly publishing. From selecting the right journal to preparing your submission, learn how to set up your manuscript for success. We will walk you through the peer review process and give tips for handling a variety of different situations, whether you are encountering them as an author or a peer reviewer. We will discuss Open Science, equity and inclusion in publishing, and other topics of interest. This workshop will include breakout activities for an opportunity to participate in hands-on exercises and receive real-time feedback from journal editors and staff. Join us and learn how to map your path to success in publishing your research.

Date: July 7, 2024 from 12:00-2:00PM in Meeting Room 17

Limited to 50 participants.

Moderators: Dr. Liette Vasseur (Brock University), Dr. Shelley Hepworth (Carleton University), Rachel Pietersma (Canadian Science Publishing)

For registration, contact Dr. Minow: postdocrep@cspb-scbv.ca

R for biovigilance of phytopathogens based on metabarcoding approach

Metabarcoding combines DNA barcoding with high-throughput sequencing (HTS) technologies for rapid and high-throughput identification of multiple species from environmental samples, offering a powerful tool for biodiversity studies and ecosystem monitoring. It has transformed our ability to profile complex microbial communities and track plant pathogens in various environments.

This workshop will provide hands-on experience in metabarcoding-based community analysis using R, a versatile programming language and environment for statistical computing and graphics. You will learn about various R packages and tools that are essential for community data analysis, enabling you to effectively analyze and interpret metabarcoding data.

This workshop is designed to demonstrate how you may use metabarcoding for plant pathogen monitoring and tracking. This is crucial for early detection and management of plant diseases and for agriculture and biodiversity conservation. We will explore case studies and practical applications, highlighting how metabarcoding, combined with R analysis, becomes a potential diagnostic tool for Biovigilance of phytopathogens.

Date: July 7, 2024 from 2:30-4:30PM in Meeting Room 17

Duration: 2 hours

Limited to 50 participants.
Cost $25

Developing a Community of Practice for Plant Biology Teaching

Join us to discuss the ins and outs, ups and downs, and tips and tricks for teaching plant biology. You’ll leave the session with new ideas for your teaching and new resources and connections to help make your ideas a reality. Beyond that, you’ll be part of a team laying the groundwork and planting the seeds for an online community of like-minded colleagues across the country who believe in plant education and supporting the people who teach it. Participants of all career and experience levels are welcome!

Date: July 8th, 2024 from 11:15AM-1:00PM (1hr 45min)

Limited to 50 participants.

Moderators: David Bird, Lauren Erland, Miranda Meents, Robin Young, Solmaz Irani

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