ASPB Forward

Updates and news from the @aspb #ASPBForward strategic initiative, led by @BraybrookSA, @JasonWilliamsNY, @PlantTeaching, @KT_PlantScience & @jphiliptaylor.

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Greetings from @ASPBForward. We seek to listen, stimulate, capture, incubate, and steward innovative, cross-cutting ideas and programs, so that ASPB will better serve as a more equitable and inclusive organization.

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Want to be part of building a more inclusive future for plant science?

Project management/facilitation your jam (or want it to be?)?

Check out this job for the NSF RCN: ROOT SHOOT here: https://t.co/PXoxoE4xVP

(Learn about ROOT&Shoot here: https://t.co/fE346Hjvrr)

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Tell ASPB what you want/need! Be part of building the conference you want/need!

[Kevin R. Cope @KevinCope18]

Hey, #EarlyCareerPlantScientists. When you attend #PlantBiology22, what type of workshop/panel would you be most interested in? Please select an option below to help the @ASPB Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee plan the most relevant event for your needs and interests.

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Have you got something to say or ask of ASPB on ANY topic? Today at 9am EDT we're hosting an "open topic" listening session for #PlantBio21 attendees. https://t.co/iMaXatej6A
Or, share your thoughts through a confidential google form https://t.co/bW2d3ifww7.
The floor is open!

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Second session starting in ~10 minutes! Come talk about how ASPB can help grow your career!

[mary williams @PlantTeaching]

Is ASPB growing your career? What can ASPB do to help you in your professional journey? Bring your ideas, wishes and hopes! @ASPBForward
Join us today (Wed Jul 21) 9am & 5pm EDT.
https://t.co/akaouohgNs
Can't make it? Submit comments, Qs here https://t.co/ov4VYaqirQ

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Starting soon (6 PST/9 EST): our second set of Listening Sessions at #PlantBio2021: Amplifying science and amplifying people. Join us via Zoom (link in program, goes live 5 min prior to start) with @KT_PlantScience!

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Our Listening Sessions for #PlantBio21 can be accessed through the conference agenda directly by clicking the 'Join Networking' link for each session. Will take you directly to the Zoom!

See you at 2 PST/ 5 EST for another discussion about Financial transparency at ASPB :D

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Hey #PlantBio21 :D We had so much enthusiasm for our first session that we needed to move to a Zoom meeting to accommodate everyone! Join us today 2 PST/ 5 EST for a second Financial Transparency listening session. You will find the Zoom link in the meeting program later today!

[Jason "boundless delight " Williams @JasonWilliamsNY]

As part of @ASPBForward I'll be hosting our first of 5 #PlantBio21 listening sessions tomorrow (9AM/5PM EDT). If you want to change @ASPB you'll need to understand how 💵 flows. You can submit ? in advance: https://t.co/Lm5tKuKEfg
Financial Transparency https://t.co/Z4HwkcQeQJ

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

ASPB Forward Listening Sessions at PB21.
We will be hosting a set of listening sessions at the Plant Biology meeting, and invite registrants to join us to participate in these discussions. #PlantBio21
(Link includes a form to submit anonymous comments)
https://t.co/HozfKG4PJN

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

LEAPing ahead?
https://t.co/00UYDRJlOz
ASPB, along with several other plant science organizations, submitted a proposal to the NSF "LEAPS" call (LEAding cultural change through Professional Societies of Biology) Read what we're hoping to accomplish via our ROOT&SHOOT proposal.

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

LEAPing ahead?
https://t.co/00UYDRJlOz
ASPB, along with several other plant science organizations, submitted a proposal to the NSF "LEAPS" call (LEAding cultural change through Professional Societies of Biology) Read what we're hoping to accomplish via our ROOT&SHOOT proposal.

[Siobhan Braybrook 🏳️‍🌈🌱✊🏻 @BraybrookSA]

1/2 Are you attending #PlantBio21 and have something you'd like to share about creating an inclusive lab? @ASPBForward is putting together a workshop and would love to have you add to its scope 💚

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Make sure to tune in for the ASPB “meet the candidates” event and get to know the candidates for ASPB president-elect: Hong Ma and @DGusmac. Moderated by @KT_PlantScience

Date and Time: Friday, May 7, 2021 at 7 AM PDT/10 AM EDT/ 3 PM BST

More info here: https://t.co/70GWWIenFh

[Román Ramos Báez (Romi) PhD @sensitiveroots]

Registrations now open here: https://t.co/t9DwpmdEXq
This HHMI Gilliam Seminar Series highlights research from Black leaders in plant biol. Invited speakers will be sharing a series of talks on their science as well as leading a series of talks on their STEM outreach/perspectives

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Thank you @ASPB_ECPS for talking with us today!
We're collecting thoughts, suggestions, criticisms and compliments from all plant biologists.
Tell us how to make the culture of plant science better and better, please! https://t.co/EfqT5nnPUw

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

ASPB Forward Listening Sessions Week 1: What we heard.
https://t.co/EfqT5nnPUw
We'll continue to provide opportunities for you to share your thoughts, watch this space!

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Yes, we want to hear from you!
https://t.co/Ou1jTyutV5
One of our replies said "Another survey I'll never learn the outcome of" - that's not the case, we will share the results and discuss what we learn. But we need more data please! Help us identify how to make a better ASPB.

[Román Ramos Báez (Romi) PhD @sensitiveroots]

Save the date! Prof. Jennifer Nemhauser and I are hosting Black leaders in Plant Biology @tlong_ncsu, @K_Bioguy_Cox, Edith Pierre-Jerome, and @thelma_madzima who will be giving talks open to all on their exciting research projects, as well as perspectives seminars.

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Jun Ashida Prize: applications open!

For 1) female researchers and 2) institutions that promote female researchers; any field of science or tech in Japan.

Let's see Plant Science represented!

[Prof. Keiko Torii @KeikoUTorii]

🌸拡散希望🌸3rd Jun Ashida Prize application open for #WomenInSTEM 第3回輝く女性研究者賞(ジュンアシダ賞)募集🌸
大学や研究所だけでなく、企業におけるエンジニアリング、多人数が関わった研究開発など、広い分野からの応募を歓迎いたします ＃女性研究者 https://t.co/C13i2WaGr6

[ASPB Forward @ASPBForward]

Indigenous people have a deep history of knowing and caring for this land and its plants- as companions. Plant science needs to be more inclusive of #NativeinSTEM and #IndigenousKnowledge. Start your journey today by signing up for this @sacnas event!

[SACNAS @SACNAS]

Join #NativeinSTEM scientists for a conversation about how to create inclusive spaces for #Indigenous people in #STEM! RSVP >> https://t.co/a1Xm3KWBbQ

Make sure to read their STEM + Culture article on this topic as well! https://t.co/UcYqf8yv4t