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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

If you haven’t already seen, registration is still open for the BiPS Conference 2026. We are looking forward to welcoming students at the very beginning of their plant science journey + those that have been leading the way in plant science research. Join us by registering here: buff.ly/jeEVTqZ

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We are looking forward to welcoming our network and community to this year's annual BiPS Conference. We are also aware that there are constraints to accessing this event. Therefore, we are offering travel grants to the first 10 eligible applicants. For more details, follow the link: buff.ly/LSNSi6G

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We're delighted to share that BiPS co-founder Professor Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso has been awarded as one of the 2026 AAB President's Medallists! 🏅 Accessibility in Applied Biology Medallist 🌱 For promotion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion within the Applied Biology Community.

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

📢 Workshop Announcement! 1. Leading authentically at every career stage: as a Black scientist 2. Building your 'Brand' as a scientist 3. Exploring Careers Beyond Academia (back by popular demand) Learn more on our website: buff.ly/mF4TveH

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

It's not too late for you meet the Early Bird registration deadline! Here's what some of our attendees said about last year's conference: “The conference was well organised, and I enjoyed a very bit of the programme, it was an excellent experience.” Register by 18 September: buff.ly/KVEGYfT

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

📢Speaker Announcement: Dr. Tessa Burch-Smith We are delighted to finally announce that our international plenary speaker this year will be Dr. Tessa Burch-Smith. Join us for what will be an inspiring day and register now: bit.ly/BiPSConferen...

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

At BiPS we are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jason Arday who members of our community had the pleasure of knowing. We've added our name to the open letter calling for a public inquiry into the tragic death of Professor Jason Arday. Will you join us? goodlawproject.org/s/abb8a1

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Jason Arday: Demand a public inquiry now | Good Law Project

Commission an immediate public inquiry into how to ensure a responsible press given its contribution to Dr Arday’s tragic death.

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Now is your chance to put on your ideal workshop! No prior experience is needed, our team are here to support you. We just want your passion and conversation. Submit your proposal here: bit.ly/bipsworkshop... If you haven't already, don't forget to register here: bit.ly/BiPSConferen...

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Deadline is fast approaching for submissions to our workshop callout! If there is a topic that you are really passionate about and would like to see represented at the conference then don't hesitate and apply now. Submit here: buff.ly/4QyMmV5

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

📢 Speaker Announcement: Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso - Plenary Speaker Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso, PhD, is a Professor of Plant Sciences and UKRI Future Leaders Fellow at the University of Leeds. Learn more, be inspired, register now: buff.ly/kywzTjj

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

BiPS Conference 2026 - Poster Submission Would you like to present your poster and a 1 minute flash talk at this year's BiPS Conference? Well submissions are now open! Register as soon as possible and fill out the form below to secure your spot at the conference: buff.ly/XBC4qOn

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

📢Registration is now open! This year we will be welcoming the incredible Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso (Professor at the University of Leeds) and a surprise Special Guest as our plenary speakers. Early Bird Registration is open until Friday 18 September - £30. Register here: buff.ly/tRc4Sdg

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Workshop Open Call - BiPS Conference 2026 Do you have an idea of a workshop or panel? Have you already got an idea for speakers and the format? If so, please fill out the form below. Submit here: buff.ly/h1ajk1a Deadline for submissions: Monday 17 August.

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

BiPS Conference 2026! Registration is opening soon and we have some exciting speaker announcements. Hear from last year's attendees about why it's important for there to be a BiPS conference in the first place: buff.ly/LqNHFFU Head to our website to keep up to date: buff.ly/SXfy784

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Why We Have the BiPS Conference

In October 2025 we held our second Black in Plant Science (BiPS) Conference at the University of Leeds. We asked the members of our community why it is important for us to have a conference at…

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

SAVE THE DATE! Friday 30 October 2026 We are delighted to announce that we will again be hosting our annual Black in Plant Science Conference this October at The Guildhall in York. Our moment, dedicated to connection, celebration, and cultivation. Stay informed: buff.ly/PMAxXkd

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

We are pleased to announce this year's cohort of our Summer Studentship! Phoebe Allen, Nalo Magar and Tinotenda Matemera who are all going to be based at The Sainsbury Lab, Cambridge University. Get to know them more by heading to our website: buff.ly/I3XZ59a

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Meet Damilare Shodeinde, a Masters student at the John Innes Centre studying Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement. He was part of the first cohort of BiPS Summer Studentship Awardees in 2024. Learn more about him on our website: buff.ly/bw3Dx5p

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

It's been a while since we shared a profile, meet Poppy Isabella Nana-Akua Sarpong Cann. She is a master's student at The University of Bristol studying Abiotic Plant Signalling and was part of the first cohort of BiPS Summer Studentship Awardees in 2024. Learn more about her here: buff.ly/XNjaB2s

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

We are finally pleased to announce this year's Research Excellence Award winners: Sibongile Zimba (University of Bristol) and Ousmane Dao (University of York). Both of our winners have exhibited impressive contributions to plant science and you can learn more about them here: buff.ly/qo1WJqw

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Only one week left to apply for the 2026 BiPS Summer Studentship which is proven to help you on your next steps. If you're still not sure if this is for you - why not check out the host labs on our website: buff.ly/b4jmAe2

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

In October 2026 we held our second Black in Plant Science (BiPS) Conference at the University of Leeds. We asked the members of our community why BiPS is important to them, and here is what they had to say: buff.ly/OClLBP3 Thank you to everyone who contributed to this video.

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The Importance of the Black in Plant Science Network

In October 2026 we held our second Black in Plant Science (BiPS) Conference at the University of Leeds. We asked the members of our community why BiPS is im...

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Applications now open for Summer Studentships 2026! Successful applicants will be: 🌿In receipt of £504.38 per week for a studentship period of up to 6 weeks 🌿Invited to write a blog for the BiPS website 🌿Invited to attend and present at the next BiPS Conference Apply here: bit.ly/4qf2ZDG

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Everyone’s a Seed - Celebration Event We are happy to join our partners in inviting you to join them in celebrating amazing community poets from Leeds and Bradford and the publication of the Everyone’s a Seed poetry Anthology. 🕑10am 📍SHINE Community Centre in Harehills Register: buff.ly/ymA80wl

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

If you would like to be considered please submit your expression of interest & a question focused on science policy (rather than detailed scientific topics) via the online form by 28th January: buff.ly/GXrHrn3 Candidates must be available to travel to London on Thursday 19 March 2026.

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

We are strongly encouraging projects in the area of Physics of Life, in alignment with our partnership with PoLNET. If your lab has a project in this area, we'd love for you to share your projects so that we can match the successful student with the right lab. Learn more: buff.ly/bE9djQK

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

At Black in Plant Science celebrating excellence is one of main pillars. So if you would like to apply or nominate anyone, applications are now open. We are looking for Black Heritage Early Career Researchers, if this is you, or someone you know, then please don't hesitate to apply! buff.ly/RrP7DM9

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy New Year!! 🎉 We're pleased to be back with some exciting new opportunities which we will be sharing in the coming weeks. We are again inviting host labs to share their projects for our 2026 BiPS Summer Studentships. Head to our website for more details: buff.ly/g6vAJmM

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Profile Spotlight: Dr. Crispus Mbaluto is a Senior Research Officer, at the School Life Sciences, University of Essex, UK. Head to our website to learn more about how the spirit of “why not give it a try” has propelled Crispus throughout his career.https://buff.ly/TtIxUya

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Profile Spotlight: George Washington Carver. In this guest article written by Fatima Arshad we share reflections on George Washington Carver's contributions to regenerative agriculture and sustainability. Read more here: buff.ly/73wJWuP

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

The Black in Plant Science Conference 2025! It's been just a little over a month since the biggest date in our calendar and what a day it was. Thank you to everyone who took part and we look forward to seeing you again next time! Read more here: buff.ly/Q5hJdWp

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

🪧 Upcoming Opportunities! We recently updated our website with some exciting opportunities. From scholarships specifically for Black students to PhD programmes across the country there are an incredible number of options. Head to our website for more details: buff.ly/uVvFtBk

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Jessica Ashman 🧾Panel: The Journey of Plants through Black Botanist Jessica Ashman is a Jamaican British interdisciplinary artist, based in London. Her practice is informed by the hidden histories of the Black British Jamaican diaspora communities. Learn more: buff.ly/sFFQC8y

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Dr Christine Eyene 🧾Panel: The Journey of Plants through Black Botanist Christine Eyene is an art historian, critic and curator. She is Senior Lecturer in Contemporary Art at Liverpool John Moores University. Learn more about Christine and register here: buff.ly/jWhjAei

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: CARGO Movement 🧾Panel: The Journey of Plants through Black Botanist CARGO is a not for profit organisation founded in 2016 by creative director Charles Golding and Poet Lawrence Hoo. Learn more about CARGO Movement and register here: buff.ly/jWhjAei

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

📢You have until this Sunday evening to register for the Black in Plant Science Conference 2025! Join us for an unforgettable day of connection and celebration and hear from some of the leading plant enthusiasts from the UK and beyond. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1362997455...

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Black in Plant Science Conference 2025

We're back for another year of connection, celebration and cultivation, a chance to forge a meaningful network in the plant science world.

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Jade Bleau 🧾Panel: The Journey of Plants through Black Botanist Jade Bleau, PhD, is a Postdoctoral Research Assistant at the University of Dundee/James Hutton Institute. Learn more about Jade and register here: buff.ly/jWhjAei

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

We are so honoured that we are hosting our second Black in Plant Science Conference which wouldn't be possible without our incredible sponsors: @TheGatsbyFoundation @SEB @JohnInnesCentre @UniversityofLeeds @GrowMoreFoundation @NewPhytologist @ThePlantJournal @BioImaging UK and @PhysicsofLife

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

📢Panel Announcement: The Journey of Plants through Black Botanist Join us for an inspiring and educational panel exploring the profound connections between plants, people, and the powerful legacy of Black botanists throughout history and today. Register here: buff.ly/D0t0mgb

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

📢Deadlines fast approaching for the BiPS Conference 2025! Join us for a day of connection and celebration where we'll be hearing from the renowned academics Nicola Patron and Kevin Cox. With workshops on a variety of topics and a chance for you to build your community. Register: buff.ly/J9PM0Wj

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Katharine Hubbard 🧾Workshop: Culturally Sensitive Mentoring Dr Katharine Hubbard is a leading expert in areas including equity within HE, awarding gaps, effective pedagogies within STEM subjects and career support for education focussed academics. Learn more: buff.ly/huckAbw

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Chloe Lewis 🧾Workshop: Culturally Sensitive Mentoring Chloe Lewis is the founder and Programme Director of The Catalyst Collective, an organisation that pairs Black teenage girls with Black women mentors for high impact mentoring experiences. Learn more: buff.ly/huckAbw

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

📢Workshop Announcement: Culturally Sensitive Mentoring Chaired by Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso alongside Dr Katharine Hubbard and Chloe Lewis this interactive workshop equips mentors with the tools to engage meaningfully across cultures. To find out more, head to our website: buff.ly/huckAbw

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

🌿 Calling All Undergrads! Black in Plant Science Conference 2025 - Friday 24 September - 🤝 Meet fellow students & researchers - 🎤 Hear from inspiring speakers - 🍃 Build your academic and social community - 🎓 Student Fee: £15 🔗 Register Here: buff.ly/cdIr29N

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Lisa-Dionne Morris 🧾Workshop: Working beyond academia, different routes Professor Lisa-Dionne Morris is a distinguished UK-based Black female leader who is transforming the landscape of leadership, equity, and diversity in academia & beyond. Learn more here: buff.ly/sFFQC8y

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Brian Chimzinga 🧾Workshop: Working beyond academia, different routes Brian is a crop scientist and certified seed inspector specialising in cereals and pulses, currently working with the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA). Learn more and register here: buff.ly/sFFQC8y

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

🌿 Thinking of joining the Black in Plant Science Conference but worried about cost? Don’t be! 💸 This conference is intentionally affordable — because access to science, community, and opportunity shouldn’t come with a hefty price tag. 🔗 buff.ly/smf8LAP 📅 Friday 24 October 📍 University of Leeds

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

📢Speaker Announcement: Bharat Pokhrel 🧾Workshop: Working beyond academia, different routes Dr Bharat Pokhrel is a Research Development Manager, where he supports the development of large-scale research and innovation proposals in engineering and physical sciences. Learn more here: buff.ly/XYpRIHy

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Black In Plant Science- UK @blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

🌿 Black in Plant Science Conference 2025 🌿 Join us for a powerful celebration of Black excellence in plant research! 🗓️ Registration & Poster Submission Deadline: 28 Sept 2025 📍 Connect with researchers, share your work, and grow your network. 🎟️ Register now: 🔗 buff.ly/ax54FQ4

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