Volume 5 • 2021
2021 IS-MPMI Congress eSymposia Series Abstracts Published in MPMI
Abstracts from the July 12–13 and September 15–16 IS-MPMI eSymposia Series are now available in MPMI. This is a great opportunity to learn about the emerging science presented at the 2021 IS-MPMI online meeting….
Teaching plant pathology with the Top Ten Unanswered Questions in MPMI
Associate Professor of Molecular Virology Hernán García-Ruiz, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, discusses how the Top 10 Unanswered Questions in MPMI are used to inspire students in his introductory graduate-level course….
Proposals Sought for NSF-Funded Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Consultant(s) for Plant Biology Academic Societies
ROOT & SHOOT is seeking organizations, individuals, or sets of individuals (partnerships) to work with them to achieve their goals for inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility within their organizations and the community….
In Case You Missed It—Editor’s Picks from Recent Issues of MPMI
Explore the Editor’s Picks from the September, October, and November issues of MPMI….
Interactions Issue 3, 2021
The MPMI Guide to Writing a Successful Research Paper
In a work environment ruled by the “publish or perish” principle, researchers are constantly looking to publish more research in prestigious journals. However, throughout our scientific careers, we are all chased by the ghost of journal rejection. The MPMI senior editors…
The MPMI Guide to Writing a Successful Research Paper
In a work environment ruled by the “publish or perish” principle, researchers are constantly looking to publish more research in prestigious journals. However, throughout our scientific careers, we are all chased by the ghost of journal rejection. The MPMI senior editors discuss some of the points they consider fundamental for…
IS-MPMI Joins ASPB and Partners in $2 Million NSF Grant to Advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Plant Sciences
The American Society of Plant Biologists, along with partners that include IS-MPMI, has been awarded a grant through the National Science Foundation LEAPS program. The ROOT & SHOOT (Rooting Out Oppression Together and SHaring Our Outcomes Transparently) project will provide resources, training, opportunities, and structures aimed at cultivating cultural change…
InterStellar: Interview with 2021 APS Fellow Honoree Dr. Saskia Hogenhout
Saskia Hogenhout, John Innes Centre, UK, has been named a 2021 Fellow of The American Phytopathological Society. In this interview, Saskia answers questions about the impact of her research, how she chose her specific area of research, and her advice for young scientists looking to make an impact in their…
InterConnections: Get to Know Valentyna Klymiuk
To bring more attention to tandem kinase proteins (TKPs) and highlight their role in plant immunity, Valentyna Klymiuk and co-authors have published a review article in MPMI that provides the first comprehensive summary of information for all functionally validated TKPs….
New Episode of Microgreens! Meet Podcast Cohost Elizabeth (Tess) Deyett
Microgreens Episode 4 is the first in a three-part series featuring Jennifer Lewis, adjunct professor at the University of California Berkeley. Lewis leverages knowledge in genetics and bioinformatics to discover potential methods to fight citrus greening disease, also known as huanglongbing (HLB). Podcast cohost Elizabeth (Tess) Deyett discusses her involvement…
Explore the Most Viewed ePosters from Our July eSymposium
Take a look at the most viewed ePosters from our July eSymposium. You can expect to see more great research from the September 15–16 eSymposium as well….
Interactions Issue 2, 2021
Helpful Tips for Making Presentations Accessible, from Your Disabled Colleagues Many of our colleagues are disabled or have chronic illnesses that may limit their access to information provided during presentations. Breanne Kisselstein, Chelsea Newbold, and Sarah Boggess offer tips on how to create and give presentations that are more accessible…
Helpful Tips for Making Presentations Accessible, from Your Disabled Colleagues
Many of our colleagues are disabled or have chronic illnesses that may limit their access to information provided during presentations. Breanne Kisselstein, Chelsea Newbold, and Sarah Boggess offer tips on how to create and give presentations that are more accessible for people living with diverse conditions, such as color blindness,…
Plant Health 2021 Online Preview: A Conversation with Keynote Speaker Professor Sheng-Yang He
Prof. Sheng-Yang He will address climate change, plant health, and the future of agriculture during his Keynote Address, “Plant-Pathogen Warfare under Changing Climate Conditions,” at Plant Health 2021 Online. Jim Bradeen recently spoke with Dr. He about his career and research exploring how environmental variation impacts plant health, plant defense…
Summarizing Your Research in Just a Few Minutes
IS-MPMI eSymposia poster presenters are strongly encouraged to include a short 3–5 minute video to accompany their poster. Having a prepared summary that is concise and effective can be extremely useful. Dennis Halterman has compiled tips to help with the preparation of research summaries for posters….
InterView with Dr. Jonathan Jones
Dr. Jonathan Jones, professor of biology, University of East Anglia, has made landmark contributions to the field of plant immunity. Mariana Schuster recently interviewed Dr. Jones, discussing his exceptional career and the challenges of living as an academic and bringing one’s science to public use….
InterView with Dr. Wenbo Ma
Dr. Wenbo Ma, senior group leader, The Sainsbury Laboratory, is a leading expert in the field of plant-microbe interactions, specializing in effector proteins. Yeram Hong and Jennifer D. Lewis recently spoke with her about her research, her love of collaboration, and the need to provide opportunities for anyone to pursue…
InterView with Dr. Kimberly Webb
Dr. Kimberly Webb is a plant pathologist (USDA ARS) whose research focuses on diseases in sugar beets. Ani Chouldjian and Jennifer D. Lewis recently interviewed her about her research and helping farmers solve problems in the field, biases toward women in academia and the workplace, and educating women about career…
InterFace: Meet the New IS-MPMI Committee for Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion are core values of IS-MPMI. Diverse groups are demonstrated to be more productive and creative and better able to answer key questions. We encourage all interested people to explore plant-microbe interactions. IS-MPMI has created a Committee for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) that will foster an inclusive environment…
Submit Your Research by July 24 for Inclusion in the 2022 MPMI Focus Issue
The 2022 MPMI special issue will focus on the next question of importance identified by the community—Top 10 question number 2: What Is the Role of the Abiotic Environment on the Interactions Between Plants and Microbes? Learn more….