From jyhhzau from webmail.hzau.edu.cn Thu Nov 1 08:22:45 2007 From: jyhhzau from webmail.hzau.edu.cn (Yunhe Jiang) Date: Thu Nov 1 20:47:35 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] ABA marker genes Message-ID: <393923365.11144@mail.hzau.edu.cn> Dear everyone, Who can tell me what the ABA marker genes in rice like the RD29A, KIN1 and ABI5 in Arabidopsis, thank you! ------------------------------ Yunhe Jiang National Key Laboratory of Crop Genetic Improvement Huazhong Agricultural University Wuhan 430070, China http://www.ncpgr.cn/ Phone: 86-27-87281677 From pgrp-outreach from cornell.edu Thu Nov 1 12:11:52 2007 From: pgrp-outreach from cornell.edu (PGRP Outreach) Date: Thu Nov 1 20:47:46 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Plant Genome Research Program Internship 2008 Message-ID: Plant Biology Internships at Cornell University The Plant Genome Research Program (PGRP) at Cornell University and Boyce Thompson Institute is sponsoring undergraduate summer internships in Ithaca, New York. Internships are 8-10 weeks in length in one of the participating labs currently doing plant genome research. Interns will be mentored by a graduate student or post-doctoral associate and will work with their mentors on a project related to plant genomics. They will learn the latest in molecular biology techniques, and depending on the lab, may also participate in fieldwork. All students will be attending lab meetings, reading and discussing recent literature related to their project, and will present their research to the other students, principal investigators, and mentors at our summer student symposium. Requirements: Students must be either US citizens or permanent US residents (green card holder). Applicants must be enrolled in a college/university for Fall 2008. Applicants must be one of the following: high school seniors attending college in the Fall 2008, college freshman, college sophomore, college junior, or a non-graduating college senior. For participation in the program, student interns will be provided a stipend, housing, and some travel expenses. For more information, please visit our website (http://bti.cornell.edu/pgrp) or contact Elizabeth Fox at (pgrp-outreach@cornell.edu). Applications can be downloaded from the website and are due postmarked or be email no later than February 15, 2008. Elizabeth A. Fox, Ph.D. Outreach Coordinator Plant Genome Research Program Boyce Thompson Institute Tower Road Cornell University Ithaca, NY 14853 Phone: (607) 254-6732 -- Elizabeth A. Fox, Ph.D. Outreach Coordinator Plant Genome Research Program Boyce Thompson Institute Tower Road Cornell University Ithaca, Ny 14853 pgrp-outreach@cornell.edu http://bti.cornell.edu/pgrp Phone: (607) 254-6732 From schen from ufl.edu Thu Nov 1 16:01:35 2007 From: schen from ufl.edu (Sixue Chen) Date: Thu Nov 1 20:47:50 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] PMCB graduate student fellowship Message-ID: <472A3EAF.70800@ufl.edu> PH.D. GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPS, University of Florida The Interdisciplinary Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology (PMCB) Graduate program invites applications from motivated, highly qualified candidates interested in pursuing graduate studies in biochemistry and biophysics of plant metabolism, genetics of plant-microbial interactions, functional genomics and biotechnological improvement of crops for biomass production, scent and taste improvement, disease and stress resistance. The course of study may include 1) peer-reviewed courses in integrative genomics, metabolomics, bioinformatics, biochemistry and problem solving; 2) six-day summer workshops on research ethics, problem solving, genomics and bioinformatics, metabolism. Within the first year of enrollment and prior to finalizing their Ph.D. research project, all Fellows will be encouraged to complete four-week research rotations in three of the 39 participating research groups. More information on the PMCB Program at the University of Florida, PMCB faculty, and their research programs is at http://pmcb.ifas.ufl.edu Application Requirements: United States citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residence status is required to be eligible for some fellowships. Apply on-line at http://pmcb.ifas.ufl.edu/apply.htm For additional information, please contact Dr. Gary Peter (gfpeter@ufl.edu) or Dr. Maria Gallo (mgm@ufl.edu). Application deadline: January 11, 2008 Background Information: The University of Florida is located in Gainesville, a city of 110,000 residents in north-central Florida within driving distance to major metropolitan areas. It is the state’s Land Grant and Sea Grant institution, with a student population of 49,000. A member of the prestigious American Association of Universities, UF conducts research, instruction, and extension outreach programs on the campus and throughout the state. UF/IFAS is a federal, state, and local government partnership dedicated to develop knowledge in agriculture, human and natural resources, and the life sciences and to make that knowledge accessible to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. While extending into every community of the state, UF/IFAS has developed an international reputation for its accomplishments in teaching, research and extension. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity, equal access, affirmative action employer. The “government in the sunshine” laws of Florida require that all documents relating to the search process, including letters of application/nomination and reference (except transcripts) be available for public inspection. -- --- Sixue Chen Department of Botany, UF Genetics Institute, and Plant Molecular & Cellular Biology Program University of Florida Cancer & Genetics Research Complex, Room 438 1376 Mowry Road, PO Box 103610 Gainesville, FL 32610 USA Tel: +1 (352) 273-8330 Fax: +1 (352) 273-8284 Email: schen@ufl.edu Web page: http://www.botany.ufl.edu/people/index.html http://pmcb.ifas.ufl.edu/faculty.htm http://www.ufgi.ufl.edu/ From schen from ufl.edu Mon Nov 5 17:33:30 2007 From: schen from ufl.edu (Sixue Chen) Date: Mon Nov 5 18:43:09 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Proteomics Director and Assistant Scientist Position Openning In-Reply-To: <472A3EAF.70800@ufl.edu> References: <472A3EAF.70800@ufl.edu> Message-ID: <472F9A3A.7010201@ufl.edu> ASSISTANT SCIENTIST & DIRECTOR, PROTEOMICS DIVISION INTERDISCIPLINARY CENTER FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH (ICBR) University of Florida The Interdisciplinary Center for Biotechnology Research (ICBR) at the University of Florida is seeking a dynamic individual for a 12-month non-tenure accruing faculty position as Assistant Scientist and Director of the ICBR Proteomics Division. As Director of Proteomics, the incumbent will be charged with setting the vision and helping to acquire the resources to make the ICBR Proteomics Division among the best in the nation. Individual will be responsible for the day-to-day management of mass spectrometry, 2D electrophoresis, peptide synthesis, gel imaging and other services in the laboratory, management of staff, interactions with faculty and staff wishing to do proteomics research, and will have a role in teaching proteomics research to students, staff and faculty through the ICBR education program. For detailed information about the Proteomics Division, see the ICBR website (http://www.biotech.ufl.edu/proteomics/). Required qualifications are a Ph.D. in chemistry, biology or related field involving research with mass spectrometry and proteomics; experience with protein identification, quantitation (using isotope labeling and/or label free technology) and post-translational modifications such as phosphorylation-site mapping, and proficiency with separation techniques, including multiple dimensional chromatography. Experience with high-throughput facilities and bioinformatics-proteomics interfaces are highly desirable. Salary: $55,000, negotiable based on experience. To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references in one electronic file to the email below. Review of applications will begin in December, 2007. Nominations of candidates are encouraged. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Please forward all applications, nominations and inquiries to: Dr. Robert Ferl, ICBR Director University of Florida, PO Box 103622 Gainesville, FL 32610-3622 Phone 352.273.8030 Fax 352.273.8070 robferl@biotech.ufl.edu BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The ICBR is a campus-wide center that provides state-of-the-art scientific expertise, training, instrumentation, and technologies to faculty, staff, graduate students, and other research partners throughout the university, state and nation (www.biotech.ufl.edu ). The ICBR Research Laboratories, including the Proteomics Laboratory, are staffed by ICBR personnel who are expert in each of the research laboratory technologies (genomics, proteomics, sequencing, gene expression, mass spectrometry, microarrays, hybridoma, flow cytometry, electron microscopy and bioimaging, molecular biomarkers, genetic analysis, and bioinformatics). The staff also advises and offers scientific and technical consultation for investigators, and is strongly committed to developing new advances in their technology areas and to passing this knowledge on to faculty users. -- --- Sixue Chen Department of Botany, UF Genetics Institute, and Plant Molecular & Cellular Biology Program University of Florida Cancer & Genetics Research Complex, Room 438 1376 Mowry Road, PO Box 103610 Gainesville, FL 32610 USA Tel: +1 (352) 273-8330 Fax: +1 (352) 273-8284 Email: schen@ufl.edu Web page: http://www.botany.ufl.edu/people/index.html http://pmcb.ifas.ufl.edu/faculty.htm http://www.ufgi.ufl.edu/ From mlsulliv from wisc.edu Tue Nov 6 11:48:52 2007 From: mlsulliv from wisc.edu (Michael Sullivan) Date: Tue Nov 6 12:29:13 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Technician Position: Madison, WI Message-ID: <0C13C6BB-4291-4F59-9B4B-E7D142E3F76F@wisc.edu> Please forward this information to qualified individuals you may be =20 aware of. Please note, this is a US government position: applications =20= will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals. Seeking qualified technician for a plant molecular biology =20 laboratory. This position, located in Madison, WI, is in a laboratory =20= using multi-disciplinary approaches, mainly molecular biology, =20 biochemistry, and genetics, to study forage crop biology. The =20 incumbent will be responsible for performing a number of technical =20 duties including maintaining plant materials; DNA cloning; DNA and =20 RNA extraction and characterization; PCR; protein purification and =20 characterization; plant tissue culture and transformation. The =20 incumbent will also be expected to adapt, modify, and develop new =20 techniques and/or procedures as needed; prepare solutions and =20 reagents; maintain records and compile data; interpret and document =20 findings and assist in the preparation of information to be included =20 in manuscripts and other formal reports; conduct literature searches; =20= maintain an efficient laboratory, including ordering and maintaining =20 inventory of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and biological materials. For a complete description and application information, visit =20 www.usajobs.gov and enter the position number ARS-X8W-0035 in the =20 =93search jobs=94 field. Closing date is 11/26/2007. --- Michael L. Sullivan Plant Research Molecular Geneticist US Dairy Forage Research Center ARS-USDA 1925 Linden Drive West Madison, WI 53706 (608) 890-0046 (Phone) (608) 890-0076 (FAX) From eblancaflor from noble.org Wed Nov 7 15:45:22 2007 From: eblancaflor from noble.org (Blancaflor, Elison) Date: Wed Nov 7 16:57:01 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] RE: Facility manager position In-Reply-To: 200711071703.lA7H3aY04378@net.bio.net Message-ID: <497D588A106806408FB0792E4E9A1658014026A6@mail2.noble.org> Facility Manager The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation seeks applications for a Facility Manager to assist in the management of the day-to-day activities of the Cellular Imaging Facility, a campus wide bio-imaging laboratory operated by the Plant Biology Division. Appointment can begin November, 2007. The successful candidate will work under the direction of Dr Elison Blancaflor and will ensure that the microscopy equipment is efficiently utilized and maintenance issues are effectively addressed. Duties include: (1) Managing three confocal microscopes (Bio-Rad 1024, Leica SP2 AOBS and Perkin Elmer ERS spinning disk) and one laser capture micro-dissection system (Zeiss PALM): includes organizing their schedules and recording daily usage. (2) Support research projects of Foundation principal investigators by ensuring that the equipment produces high quality images for analysis and publication through proper and timely maintenance of equipment: includes close interaction with microscope vendors. (3) Provide training and technical assistance to postdoctoral fellows, research technicians and research collaborators on equipment: includes collecting and disseminating microscopy procedures. (4) Identify future needs of the imaging laboratory and assist in developing user policies/procedures within the facility. (5) Assist in yearly budgeting for the facility. In addition to the above duties, the successful candidate is expected to develop a research project that will utilize the microscopy equipment to address fundamental questions in plant biology including research on the plant cytoskeleton and plant hormone/lipid signaling. For more information on the service and research activities of the lab visit our website at: http://www.noble.org/PlantBio/Blancaflor/index.html. Informal inquiries may be directed to Dr. Elison Blancaflor (email: eblancaflor@noble.org) Specific requirements: * Ph.D. or postdoctoral training in Biology or Plant Cell Biology. Experience in Plant Molecular Biology will be viewed favorably. * Demonstrated experience and knowledge in transmitted light and confocal microscopy including skill in individual instruction to personnel on the use and applications of confocal and fluorescence microscopes. * Demonstrated knowledge of theory and practice of sample preparation techniques including basic understanding of plant biological systems, sectioning (for light and electron microscopy), and immunolabeling and reporter protein tagging. * Ability to organize and conduct imaging workshops, and willingness to work effectively with researchers with diverse goals and experience. Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online by completing the application and submitting a curriculum vitae (CV), contact information for three references (excluding relatives), and a cover letter explaining interest in the position and career goals. If applicant does not have the ability to upload the additional documents they can be faxed to (580) 224-6240 (please include position number), but the application should be completed and submitted online. Applications will be accepted until a candidate is hired. Interested applicants should apply immediately. The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Inc. Human Resources Department Position Number: PB-S085-272 P.O. Box 2180 Ardmore, OK 73402 Website: http://www.noble.org/ The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. From ysu from stanford.edu Wed Nov 7 17:14:01 2007 From: ysu from stanford.edu (Yi-shin Su) Date: Thu Nov 8 00:53:49 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Shoot-root transition region specific promoter in Arabidopsis Message-ID: <201fb77fd49340dad818a6e378285b37@stanford.edu> Dear Colleague, We are looking for shoot-root transition region specific promoter in Arabidopsis. It would be helpful if you can share the information with us. Thank you for your help! Yi-shin Su Department of Plant Biology Carnegie Institution of Washington 260 Panama Street Stanford, CA 94305 From funtya from gmail.com Mon Nov 12 17:21:14 2007 From: funtya from gmail.com (funtya) Date: Mon Nov 12 23:37:37 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] New Brassinosteroids Supplier: www.chemiclones.com Message-ID: <1194906074.905700.238790@d55g2000hsg.googlegroups.com> Thought I would share info on the new brassinosteroids supplier I found recently from a colleague. www.chemiclones.com These guys also do custom synthesis. Cheers! From ccml06 from hndx02.hainu.edu.cn Sun Nov 11 08:44:19 2007 From: ccml06 from hndx02.hainu.edu.cn (CISP-BMEI2008) Date: Mon Nov 12 23:37:44 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Extended Deadline: 1 December 2007, BMEI 2008, Sanya, China Message-ID: <200711112135086257364@hainu.edu.cn> ** Our apologies if you receive multiple copies of this announcement * ** As per author requests, we are extending the deadline for paper * ** submissions and invited session proposals to 1 December 2007. * ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 2008 International Conference on BioMedical Engineering and Informatics (BMEI 2008) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 28 - 30 May 2008, Sanya, Hainan, China Extended Submission Deadline: 1 December 2007 http://www.tjut.edu.cn/BMEI2008 Call for Papers, Invited Sessions & Sponsorship The aim of BMEI2008 is to bring together researchers working in many different areas of biomedical engineering and informatics to foster international collaborations and exchange of new ideas. The BMEI 2008 conference proceedings will be published by the IEEE and will be indexed in both EI and ISTP. Selected good papers will be recommended for publication in SCI/SCI-E indexed international journals. The BMEI 2008 will be co-located with the 2008 Congress on Image and Signal Processing (CISP 2008: http://www.tjut.edu.cn/CISP2008), in order to promote cross-fertilization between the broad areas of biomedical engineering and signal processing. ABOUT SANYA Sanya is one of China premier tourist destinations, with white-sand beaches, charming scenery, hot-springs, and popular activities such as scuba-diving and rafting. More than 20 ethnic groups, including Han, Li, Miao, and Hui, inhabit Sanya and make Sanya a wonderful place to appreciate the various cultures of China. For more information, visit the conference web page or email the secretariat at bmei2008@hainu.edu.cn 2007-11-11 CISP-BMEI2008 From belostotskyd from umkc.edu Tue Nov 13 09:51:35 2007 From: belostotskyd from umkc.edu (Belostotsky, Dmitry) Date: Tue Nov 13 13:56:52 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Postdoc openings in systems biology of RNA metabolism Message-ID: <5C13F286F3DAE649BFF21749E3DEE0960466EA67@KC-MSX1.kc.umkc.edu> MULTIPLE POSITIONS OPEN: AREA: Systems biology of RNA metabolism, experimentation-driven WHO: Postdoctoral fellows and Ph. D. students FUNDING: Available through 2010. Postdoctoral fellowships eligibility helpful but not essential WITH: Dmitry Belostotsky, University of Missouri - Kansas City Contact via email: belostotskyd [at] umkc.edu ON: protein complexes governing posttranscriptional control of gene expression (Arabidopsis, rice, Brachypodium) WHO: applicants well versed in (some of): RNA biology, protein biochemistry, microarrays, programming or/and statistics, with documented record of excellence MUST BE: highly driven, self-motivated, ambitious, dynamic individuals LAB: equipped with Affymetrix and deconvolution microscopy (Deltavision) workstations and have, or have access to HPLC, MALDI, LC-MS/MS and high-end Linux cluster LAB PUBLICATIONS (PARTIAL LISTING): - Cell in press Genome-wide high-resolution mapping of exosome substrates reveals hidden features in the Arabidopsis transcriptome - RNA in press Shared factors tether active genes to nonnascent mRNP and nuclear rim - EMBO J 25:4253-4256 (2006) - Trends Plant Sci 10:347-353 (2005) - RNA 10:1200-1214 (2004) - RNA 9:1476-1490 (2003) - Curr Biol 11:1207-1214 (2001) LIVING IN KANSAS CITY: in brief, KC got everything but ocean - major cosmopolitan center of 2.5M plus people - dynamic cultural environment (e.g. see www.nelson-atkins.org) - vibrant music scene (best known for, but not limited to, jazz and blues) - fabulous food (best known for, but not limited to, its famous bbq) - dubbed ?Paris of the plains?, ranked within top 10 places to live in US: SEE: www.cnn.com/2006/TRAVEL/DESTINATIONS/06/08/kansas.city/index.html Dmitry A. Belostotsky, Ph.D. Associate Professor Division of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry School of Biological Sciences University of Missouri Kansas City, MO 64110 From Robert.Sablowski from bbsrc.ac.uk Wed Nov 14 11:08:40 2007 From: Robert.Sablowski from bbsrc.ac.uk (robert sablowski (JIC)) Date: Wed Nov 14 12:13:02 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] postdoctoral positions at the John Innes Centre, UK Message-ID: Two three-year postdoctoral positions are available at the John Innes Centre, to work on a collaborative systems biology project that involves the labs of Robert Sablowski (JIC), Enrico Coen (JIC), Andrew Bangham (UEA), Jan Traas (ENS-Lyon), Christophe Godin (INRIA-Montpellier) and Fran?ois Parcy (INRA-Grenoble). The aims of the project are to produce quantitative models of floral organ growth at the cellular and whole-organ levels, and to investigate how growth parameters change in response to manipulation of floral homeotic genes. The candidate to join the Coen group (http://www.jic.ac.uk/STAFF/enrico-coen/) will establish gene-based models for floral morphogenesis through a combination of experimental analysis and computer modelling in close collaboration with the Bangham group. The candidate joining the group of Robert Sablowski (http://www.jic.ac.uk/STAFF/robert-sablowski/sablowski.htm) will use growth models to analyse the developmental changes directed by floral homeotic genes, in close collaboration with the Traas group (for modelling at the cellular level) and Coen/Bangham groups (for modelling at the whole-organ level). A PhD in molecular biology, genetics or related subject is required for both positions; experience in plant development, genetics, advanced imaging techniques and computer programming will be advantageous. For both candidates, creativity and intellectual independence are essential, and proven ability to write scientific papers is desirable. The candidates must be available to travel to international meetings and for short visits to collaborating labs abroad. To apply, please send a CV and personal statement to Robert.sablowski@bbsrc.ac.uk , quoting job reference 1001676.The closing date for applications is 5 December 2007. From jstone2 from unlnotes.unl.edu Sat Nov 17 08:36:11 2007 From: jstone2 from unlnotes.unl.edu (Julie M. Stone) Date: Sat Nov 17 17:08:55 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Plant Science positions at the University of Nebraska Message-ID: The Plant Science Community at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is expanding. We are currently seeking applicants for two tenure-track positions (Plant Comparative Genomics and Plant Epigenetics) and postdoctoral research associates. We would appreciate if you could bring this to the attention of suitable candidates. A full-page ad describing these positions appeared in the October 19th issue of Science (volume 318, issue 5849). Please refer to the print journal or contact me and I will forward a pdf version of the advertisement. Thanks, Julie Julie M. Stone, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Biochemistry & Plant Science Initiative University of Nebraska - Lincoln N230 Beadle Center 1901 Vine Street Lincoln, NE 68588-0660 office 402 472 4902 lab 402 472 3028 fax 402 472 3139 email: jstone2@unl.edu Here is the text from ScienceCareers.org... As seen in the 19 October issue of Science: PSI Plant Science Innovation at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln The Plant Science Community at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a vibrant, rapidly growing group of scientists focused in research areas that include chromatin biology, abiotic and biotic stress responses, organelle biology, metabolic biochemistry, and genetic engineering. We wish to announce several important upcoming opportunities in plant science at UNL: Plant Comparative Genomics Position A joint, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position is currently available in the Plant Science Initiative (http://psiweb.unl.edu) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The position is 80% research/20% teaching with an academic home in the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program focused on comparative genomics of plants. Strong preference will be given to research programs that focus on crop genome evolution, computational biology, large scale cross-genome comparison or DNA marker-based analysis, or related areas. Teaching responsibilities include teaching one graduate or undergraduate level course annually in Plant Systematics, and mentoring students. A Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience in plant genetics, plant biology or systematics, computational biology or related field is required. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin November 30, 2007, and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. Applicants should go to http://employment.unl.edu/ (requisition #070778) and complete the Faculty/Administrative Information form and then send a complete application file consisting of a statement of research interests, a current CV and arrange for three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee Chair, PSI Comparative Genomics Position, N300 Beadle Center for Genetics Research, University of Nebraska-Lincoln 68588-0660 (USA) Plant Epigenetics Position A joint, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position is currently available in the Plant Science Initiative (http://psiweb.unl.edu) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The position is 80% research/20% teaching with an academic home in the School of Biological Sciences. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program focused on epigenetic biology of plants. Strong preference will be given to research programs that focus on RNA interference, non-coding RNAs, chromatin structure and function, genome-wide analyses of histone or DNA modifications, gene silencing, paramutation or genomic imprinting. Teaching responsibilities include teaching one graduate or undergraduate level course annually in a relevant area, and mentoring students. A Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience in genetics, molecular biology, systems biology or a related field is required. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin November 30, 2007, and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. Applicants should go to http://employment.unl.edu/ (requisition #070789) and complete the Faculty/Administrative Information form and then send a complete application file consisting of a statement of research interests, a current CV and arrange for three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee Chair, PSI Epigenetics Position, N300 Beadle Center for Genetics Research, University of Nebraska-Lincoln 68588-0660 (USA). Graduate Traineeships in Plant Systems Biology and Molecular Plant Breeding. See: http://plantsciences.unl.edu Postdoctoral Positions The Plant Science Initiative (http://psiweb.unl.edu) invites applications for two postdoctoral research associate positions. The successful candidates will contribute to studying the role of transcription factors and histone modifications in the responses of Arabidopsis and corn to water. We are particularly interested in characterizing chromatin modifications associated with stress-responsive genes as well as the target network of a subset of inducible transcription factors. Genome-wide approaches, such as chromatin immunoprecipitation and high throughput sequencing, will be used to analyze transcription factor binding and histone modifications during water stress. The research environment includes state-of-the-art facilities in the George W. Beadle Center for Genetics and Biomaterials Research and opportunities in genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics analyses. A Ph.D. degree in Plant Biology, Biological Sciences, Genetics, or a related field is required. Experience in molecular genetics, protein biochemistry, and/or antibody production is highly desirable. Review of applications will begin November 23, 2007 and continue until suitable candidates are found. Interested candidates should complete the Faculty/Administrative application form at http://employment.unl.edu/ (requisition #060042) and then send a cover letter, current CV and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Heriberto Cerutti (hcerutti1@unl.edu) or Dr. Michael Fromm (mfromm2@unl.edu) E205/E211 Beadle Center, P.O. Box 880666, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588 USA For more see: http://www.plantsciences.unl.edu/ UNL is committed to a pluralistic campus community through Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity. We assure reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Barbara Gnirk at (402) 472-2635 or bgnirk1@unl.edu for assistance From mrgretz from mtu.edu Sat Nov 17 17:49:21 2007 From: mrgretz from mtu.edu (Michael R. Gretz) Date: Sat Nov 17 22:26:23 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Faculty positions open Message-ID: Hello all, Several faculty positions in the Dept. of Biological sciences at Michigan Technological University may be of interest to Arabidopsis researchers. Please go to http://www.bio.mtu.edu/faculty_positions.htm for more information. Cheers, Mike Michael R. Gretz, Professor Biotechnology Research Center Department of Biological Sciences Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI 49931 mrgretz@mtu.edu (906)487-3175 voice From jdfriesner from ucdavis.edu Mon Nov 19 10:48:34 2007 From: jdfriesner from ucdavis.edu (Joanna Friesner) Date: Mon Nov 19 12:09:07 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Website for 19th Arabidopsis Conference Available Message-ID: <200711191548.lAJFmYPo016415@celerio.ucdavis.edu> The preliminary website for the 19th International Conference on Arabidopsis Research is available at: http://www.plantconferences.org/Arabidopsis2008/ A preliminary conference schedule is posted, and includes plenary and concurrent session topics and the title of the talk by Keynote Speaker Chris Somerville. A list of invited speakers will be posted shortly. Registration, abstract submission, and hotel reservations will begin on February 1st, 2008. Joanna Friesner MASC Coordinator jdfriesner@ucdavis.edu From Witt from mpimp-golm.mpg.de Wed Nov 21 08:37:15 2007 From: Witt from mpimp-golm.mpg.de (Isabell Witt) Date: Wed Nov 21 12:56:37 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] doctoral fellowships IMPRS-PMPG Message-ID: <2103FFF56D64D64CBC81B1B5A2AAD43931972D9D09@MAIL01.mpimp-golm.mpg.de> The International Max Planck Research School in Primary Metabolism and Plant Growth (IMPRS-PMPG) offers six doctoral fellowships starting summer 2008 We are seeking students who are highly motivated to tackle scientific problems in modern plant biology. We offer cutting-edge interdisciplinary training spanning genetics, genomics, physiology, high-end analytical techniques, and bioinformatics. Doctoral studies will focus on systems-oriented approaches using the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana with an emphasis on molecular phenotyping ('omics') technologies, data integration, and modelling. Individual career development plans will be configured with the students. The IMPRS-PMPG, a joint initiative of the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology and the University of Potsdam, has a vibrant faculty, strong research groups, and more than 120 doctoral students. The entire programme is in English and no tuition fees apply. For further information about the programme and the online application procedure, please visit our web site at: http://www-en.mpimp-golm.mpg.de/IMPRS_GoFORSYS/index.html The Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology is one of the largest plant research centres in Europe. Three Max Planck Institutes, two Fraunhofer Institutes, the University of Potsdam, and a new centre for start-up companies provide an excellent infrastructure for modern cross-disciplinary training. The campus is located in close proximity to the many research and educational facilities in Berlin. Further information about the institute can be found at: www.mpimp-golm.mpg.de. Applications will be accepted until February 29, 2008 Dr. Isabell Witt Scientific Coordinator Doctoral Program IMPRS-PMPG MPI-MP Am Muehlenberg 1 D-14476 Potsdam +49 (0) 331 5678 444 Witt@mpimp-golm.mpg.de From hugo.zheng from mcgill.ca Thu Nov 22 14:23:12 2007 From: hugo.zheng from mcgill.ca (Hugo Zheng) Date: Fri Nov 23 11:42:00 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] post-doc position in Plant Cell Biology at McGill University, Canada Message-ID: <000001c82d3d$1fe00850$c9c4ce84@MCGILLCEC1FBBD> A postdoctoral position in molecular plant cell biology is available immediately in the Department of Biology at McGill University, Montreal, Canada. The successful applicant will join a research group studying the molecular mechanism of intracellular membrane trafficking on the plant secretory pathway. The postdoctoral project aims to identify plant specific genes/factors involved in regulation of biosynthetic membrane trafficking to the plasma membrane, and to determine their roles in the generation of cell walls as well as cell and tissue morphogenesis in plants. We are using a combined approach of genetics, in vivo imaging and molecular biology in the model plant species arabidopsis. For more information please check http://www.biology.mcgill.ca/faculty/zheng/index.html. Applicants should hold a Ph.D, have expertise in molecular biology, genetics, and a good understanding of plant cell biology and its techniques. Applicants with experience studying protein-protein interactions (e.g. yeast 2-H and TAP tag-based approaches) will be given priority. Self motivation is essential. Applications will be considered until a suitable candidate is identified. Applications including a cover letter, CV and names and contacts of three referees should be directed by email or mail to: Hugo Zheng Department of Biology, McGill Univ. 1205 Dr. Penfield Avenue Montreal, QC, H3A 1B1, Canada email: hugo.zheng@mcgill.ca http://www.biology.mcgill.ca/faculty/zheng/index.html From md_hussain_2000 from yahoo.com Sun Nov 25 01:20:40 2007 From: md_hussain_2000 from yahoo.com (md hussain) Date: Sun Nov 25 18:06:32 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] request for info on gene cloning In-Reply-To: <000001c82d3d$1fe00850$c9c4ce84@MCGILLCEC1FBBD> Message-ID: <677193.37937.qm@web53001.mail.re2.yahoo.com> Dear members, Good morning.I have the following confusions or doubts. I request you kindly clarify my doubts. 1. When we are doing doing gene cloning for protein expression, why to clone a gene first in pBluescript vector and then subclone to Pet Vectors? Why don?t we directly clone the gene in pET vectors? 2. In a gene cloning for protein expression studies, how to select starting methionine, that means when I have a methionine code in my gene and in expression vector also, then how to select the starting methionine? Could you please explain aout the inframe.And any sites, books for this? Thanking you in advance for your help. High regards, Hussain. --------------------------------- Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. From M.R.Grant from exeter.ac.uk Mon Nov 26 04:49:23 2007 From: M.R.Grant from exeter.ac.uk (Murry Grant) Date: Mon Nov 26 15:03:51 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Post-doc in molecular plant pathology, UK Message-ID: Dear Sir/Madam Can you please post this ad. Thanks Murray Exeter University, Exeter, UK An enthusiastic postdoctoral research fellow is sought to investigate the role of protease/protease inhibitors in plant disease resistance. The post, which is based in the School of Bioscience?s newly refurbished laboratories on the picturesque Streatham campus, is available immediately on a fixed term basis for two years. The post-holder will join a small, dynamic group investigating plant defence responses in Arabidopsis thaliana/Pseudomonas syringae pathosystem using a variety of post-genomic tools. The project specifically focuses upon activities of members of the RPM1 disease resistance signalling complex. The successful applicant will possess a relevant PhD and a background in molecular plant microbe interactions. The successful applicant must have the ability to communicate effectively research progress and outcomes, orally, in writing and electronically. Applicants with experience in protein biochemistry and molecular plant pathology are particularly invited to apply. Salary will be circa ?25,000 per annum on the Associate Research Fellow scale, depending on knowledge, skills and experience. Informal enquiries may be directed to Prof. Murray Grant 01392 269166, or e-mail M.R.Grant@exeter.ac.uk. To apply, CVs and a covering letter with the contact details of three referees should be sent to Professor Murray Grant, School of Biosciences, Geoffrey Pope Building, University of Exeter, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4QD quoting the job reference S02N933. The closing date for completed applications is 7 December 2007. From GCopenhaver from bio.unc.edu Mon Nov 26 09:54:59 2007 From: GCopenhaver from bio.unc.edu (Copenhaver, Gregory P (Biology)) Date: Mon Nov 26 15:03:59 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Graduate school at UNC Chapel Hill Message-ID: <5805338EEBC6DB4AB6F96B9693F2ABDB02D69DB7@email.bio.unc.edu> UNC at Chapel Hill has a strong group of plant biologists working on a broad array of topics including: plant pathogen interactions, meiosis, signal transduction, hormone regulation, paleobotany, development, phylogenomics, and ecology. Students interested in our doctoral program should apply through the Biological & Biomedical Sciences Program. See below for program details. The Biological & Biomedical Sciences Program at UNC It's an exciting time to be a biologist. As you consider your options for the future, we would like to urge you to consider our graduate program in Biological & Biomedical Sciences Program (BBSP) at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Our graduate program is an outstanding environment for students seeking a world-class education. Graduate training through the BBSP will prepare you for careers that require expertise in the life sciences in academia, government agencies, or industry. Students who have received a Ph.D. in our participating programs go on to post-doctoral fellowships in top labs, and go on to jobs at top universities and colleges, as well as leadership positions in industry. You will be able to choose from more than 330 faculty in 12 participating PhD programs to find a match for your particular research interests. Our faculty are conducting cutting-edge research in a wide range of biological problems using an array of systems that span a wide taxonomic range of organisms, computational approaches and theoretical modeling. Graduate training is supplemented by a cutting-edge curricula and departmental seminars that bring in renowned scientists from many fields to meet with faculty and graduate students. Students within the program follow a course of study that is tailored to the specific needs of each individual. Areas of particular strength within the BBSP include: 1) Biology; 2) Cell & Developmental Biology; 3) Cell & Molecular Physiology; 4) Neurobiology; 5) Molecular Cellular Pathology; 6) Biochemistry & Biophysics; 7) Toxicology; 8) Microbiology & Immunology; 9) Pharmacology; 10) Bioinformatics & Computational Biology; 11) Biological chemistry and 12) Genetics & Molecular Biology. Our program also has superb opportunities for graduate education in interdisciplinary science that spans these and other areas including Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology. You can learn more about the BBSP program, and how to apply at our website: http://www.med.unc.edu/bbsp In addition to the outstanding academic atmosphere offered at UNC, the Research Triangle is also home to two other major research Universities, Duke and NC State, as well as the biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies in the Research Triangle Park, creating a scientific community that is truly outstanding. Furthermore, Chapel Hill is a great place to live. Recently, the A & E channel recognized Chapel Hill as the #2 city in their "Top Ten Cities to Have it All" and Money magazine rated the town as the #1 "Best Place to Live in the South." We are located three hours from the Atlantic coast to the east and three hours from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west, allowing access to a wide variety of recreational activities. As we like to say, here the sky is always Carolina blue. If you have any questions about our graduate program, feel free to contact me or any of our other faculty. On Behalf of the BBSP Faculty, Dr. Gregory P. Copenhaver Graduate Admissions Committee From jmalonso from unity.ncsu.edu Mon Nov 26 09:59:35 2007 From: jmalonso from unity.ncsu.edu (Jose Alonso) Date: Mon Nov 26 15:04:04 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] pUAS-gateway vector? Message-ID: Does anybody have a Gateway destination binary vector to express a gene of interest under the control of a UAS promoter ([PUAS-(attR1… attR2)-Terminator], any selection? Thanks, Jose From cnorin from eden.rutgers.edu Mon Nov 26 17:10:22 2007 From: cnorin from eden.rutgers.edu (Carrie Norin) Date: Tue Nov 27 12:22:04 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Antibodies for RGA, GAI, and HSP 17.6 Message-ID: <2013.24.225.191.1.1196115022.squirrel@webmail.eden.rutgers.edu> Hello, I am a PhD student at Rutgers University looking at the role of adaptive phenotypic plasticity in restoration. I am curious if anyone has used antibodies of RGA and GAI proteins (for measuring DELLA response) or Heat Shock Protein 17.6 for Western blot analysis. I would really appreciate some assistance. Please email me directly at cnorin@eden.rutgers.edu Thank you! Carrie Norin -- Carolyn Norin Graduate Program in Ecology & Evolution Rutgers University Plant Physiology Bldg. 1 College Farm Road New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Tel: 732-932-4520 www.carrienorin.com From gj32 from cornell.edu Tue Nov 27 12:11:20 2007 From: gj32 from cornell.edu (Georg Jander) Date: Tue Nov 27 12:22:11 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Postdoc position: Arabidopsis-aphid interactions Message-ID: <6.2.1.2.2.20071127120630.038e8d08@postoffice9.mail.cornell.edu> Postdoctoral Position at Cornell University ? Plant-Aphid Interactions A postdoc position to study Arabidopsis-aphid interactions is available in the laboratory of Georg Jander at the Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research in Ithaca, New York. Responsibilities of the successful candidate will include design and implementation of experiments to investigate plant metabolic responses to aphid infestation, as well as aphid responses to plant metabolites. Development of additional areas of interest within the scope of the project is encouraged. Funding is available for two years, beginning in January, 2008. Candidates with backgrounds in biochemistry, plant physiology, molecular biology, or genetics encouraged to apply. Prior experience with HPLC and/or MS analysis of small molecules is important for this position. The Boyce Thompson Institute is a private non-profit research organization located on the campus of Cornell University, which has a large, active plant research community. Ithaca is located in upstate New York and provides a pleasant university-town living environment with many outdoor recreational opportunities. Further information about the Boyce Thompson Institute and its facilities can be found at http://bti.cornell.edu/. Applications should include a cover letter detailing research interests and experience, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references. To apply for the position or for more information, please contact Georg Jander, Boyce Thompson Institute, Ithaca, NY 14853; email = gj32@cornell.edu; phone = (607) 254-1365. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The Boyce Thompson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. ********************************************************* Georg Jander Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research Tower Road Ithaca, NY 14853 gj32@cornell.edu Phone: 607-254-1365 FAX: 607-254-2958 From jiangyqcn from hotmail.com Tue Nov 27 16:28:00 2007 From: jiangyqcn from hotmail.com (bio ua) Date: Wed Nov 28 02:32:44 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] plant gene enhancer sequences Message-ID: Hi At colleagues, Does anyone know how to tell if an Arabidopsis or other plant gene promoter contains enhancers or not? Is there a database or a specific tool to predict this? Thanks for your input. _________________________________________________________________ Have fun while connecting on Messenger! Click here to learn more. http://entertainment.sympatico.msn.ca/WindowsLiveMessenger From jiangyqcn from hotmail.com Tue Nov 27 21:12:17 2007 From: jiangyqcn from hotmail.com (yenching Chiang) Date: Wed Nov 28 02:32:56 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] where to get pBI101.1 vector? Message-ID: Hi Arabidopsis researchers, Does anybody know where to get pBI101.1,.2,.3 vectors? Clontech no longer sells them now. Thanks. Jiang _________________________________________________________________ R U Ready for Windows Live Messenger Beta 8.5? Try it today! http://entertainment.sympatico.msn.ca/WindowsLiveMessenger From fsack from interchange.ubc.ca Fri Nov 30 19:10:53 2007 From: fsack from interchange.ubc.ca (Fred Sack) Date: Sat Dec 1 00:05:07 2007 Subject: [Arabidopsis] Grad student position, Vancouver, Oil glands Message-ID: <00a501c833ae$a3fc0db0$35dabd80@pacific> A grad student position at the MSc or PhD level is available immediately at the University of British Columbia to study the cell and molecular biology of essential oil secretion and of gland development in medicinal plants. The successful candidate will be enrolled at the Vancouver campus of UBC, which offers an exceptional research environment and access to state of the art facilities for plant molecular, cellular, and genomic research. Qualifications include a BSc or MSc degree with a background in molecular biology, cell biology or a related area of plant science, and an interest in plant natural products. An attractive tuition fee subsidy package is available for the qualified PhD candidate. To apply please submit a statement of qualifications and interest and a CV to: Fred Sack, Professor and Head Dept of Botany, University of British Columbia 6270 University Boulevard Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6T 1Z4 fsack@interchange.ubc.ca and / or Dr Soheil S. Mahmoud Biology and Physical Geography University of British Columbia, Okanagan Kelowna, British Columbia Canada V1V 1V7 Tel. (250) 807-8752 E-mail: soheil.mahmoud@ubc.ca