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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

One week left to apply for the BSPP MSc/MRes Bursary. Up to £4,000 is available to support postgraduate students in plant pathology. Don't forget: you'll need a referee in place before the deadline. Deadline: 30 June 2026. Apply here: www.bspp.org.uk/funds/mscmres/ #PlantPathology #PlantScience

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Last chance to apply for a BSPP MSc/MRes Bursary Deadline is 30 June 2026. Up to £4,000 available for students studying plant pathology at the postgraduate level. Apply now: bspp.org.uk/funds/mscmres #PlantPathology #PlantHealth #FundingOpportunity #PlantScience

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Early bird registration for PPATH2026 closes 31 May. Save money and secure your spot at the BSPP's annual conference. 8–11 September 2026, Norwich. Student members get a reduced rate, worth joining if you haven't already. Register: tinyurl.com/EPCC2026 #PlantPathology #PlantHealth #PlantScience

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British Mycological Society @britmycolsoc.org.uk · 04/02/2026

🌟Call for Nominations – BMS Awards 2026🌟 Seeking nominations that reflect the full breadth and diversity of the mycological community—researchers, educators, field mycologists, volunteers & more.🍄Help us raise awareness of outstanding work! Deadline: 31 May 2026. www.britmycolsoc.org.uk/awards.html

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Got research to share? Submit an abstract for PPATH2026 or ECPP2026, the annual conference of the British Society for Plant Pathology. Oral abstract deadline: 31 May 2026. Poster deadline: 30 June 2026. Submit here: tinyurl.com/EPCC2026 #PlantPathology #PPATH2026 #ECPP2026 #PlantScience

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Worrying about the cost of a Masters? BSPP bursaries of £4,000 can help cover tuition fees, accommodation or living costs. Applications are open now for students planning an MSc, MRes or MPhil in plant pathology or a related area. Deadline: 30 June 2026. bspp.org.uk/funds/mscmres

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Are you an early-career plant pathologist? Early Careers Plant Pathology (ECPP2026) is the conference for you. A full day of talks, posters and networking, just for students and early career researchers. 8 September 2026, John Innes Conference Centre, Norwich. Register now: tinyurl.com/EPCC2026

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Thinking about a Master's in plant pathology? BSPP is offering up to 5 bursaries of £4,000 each to support students on MSc, MRes, or MPhil courses with a plant pathology focus. You don't need to be a BSPP member or based in the UK to apply. Deadline: 30 June 2026 bspp.org.uk/funds/mscmres

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

24 hours left! If you’ve been thinking about applying for the BSPP Undergraduate Vacation Bursary, now is the time. You don’t need a perfect application, just a submitted one. This could be the experience that shapes your future in science. Deadline: 10 April www.bspp.org.uk/funds/underg...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Want to gain real research experience this summer... and get paid for it? The BSPP Undergraduate Vacation Bursary is now open, offering funded summer research projects across the UK in plant science. Deadline: 10 April 2026 Start your application here: www.bspp.org.uk/funds/underg...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Funded Summer Research Placements 2026 We have 15 fully funded Undergraduate Vacation Bursaries! This is a fantastic opportunity for 2nd to final year students to gain hands-on experience in world-class labs. Deadline: 10th April 2026 Apply here: www.bspp.org.uk/funds/vacati...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

New BSPP blog: Scientists uncover the toxin behind walnut twig blight. The fungus Phomopsis capsici uses 5-methylmellein to damage walnut branches — a discovery that could help develop resistant varieties and new disease management strategies. Read more: www.bspp.org.uk/saving-the-w...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

We’re delighted to welcome our new members to the BSPP Board and Publications team! Prof. Paul Birch joins as Vice President, Dr Jennifer Hodgetts as Treasurer, Dr Helen Cockerton as Programme Secretary, and Dr Stephen Parnell as New Disease Reports Editor. Read: www.bspp.org.uk/new-appointm...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Speaker highlight! Adrian Fox will be presenting at Plant Pathology 2026. Bringing together researchers, industry professionals and early-career scientists working across crop health disciplines. Early-bird registration is open until 31 May. Find out more: www.bspp.org.uk/plant-pathol...

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Action Oak @actionoak.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

What does the future hold for our oak trees? Join us for a webinar panel discussion to discuss our upcoming new report, The State of the UK's Oaks, and its findings. Tuesday 17 March, 2026, 2pm-3pm Book here us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN…

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

We are delighted to celebrate Professor John Carr as a new BSPP Honorary Member. Professor Carr’s research career has helped shape modern understanding of plant defence signalling and plant-virus interactions. Read more about Professor Carr’s journey: www.bspp.org.uk/new-bspp-hon...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Speaker highlight! Adriaan Verhage will be presenting at Plant Pathology 2026. Bringing together researchers, industry professionals and early-career scientists working across crop health disciplines. Early-bird registration is open until 31 May. Find out more: www.bspp.org.uk/plant-pathol...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

BSPP Masters Bursaries: Now Open! Applications are now open for BSPP Masters Bursaries, supporting MSc and MRes students in plant pathology and related disciplines. Please share with students and colleagues who may be eligible. Find out more and apply: www.bspp.org.uk/funds/mscmres/

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

BSPP Vacation Bursaries: Deadline reminder for supervisors The deadline for supervisors to submit projects for the BSPP Vacation Bursary Scheme is approaching. Make sure your proposal is submitted by Friday! Details & submission guidance: www.bspp.org.uk/funds/vacati...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

BSPP Conference 2026: Registration Now Live Join us at Plant Pathology 2026 (PPATH2026) and Early Careers Plant Pathology 2026 (ECPP2026). Network with the plant pathology community Share research Support early-career scientists Register here: www.PlantPathology.org.uk

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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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Royal Society of Biology @rsb.org.uk · 03/02/2026

Are you a researcher looking to help the next generation of plant scientists gain valuable experience? Then consider applying to host a Plant Health Undergraduate Studentship this summer! 📆Apply by Tues 10 March Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health... #PlantHealth

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Thinking of supervising a student this summer? BSPP Vacation Bursaries = flexible projects + great student engagement 🌱 Deadline for proposals: 13 Feb www.bspp.org.uk/funds/vacati...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

BSPP MSc/MRes Bursary, up to £4,000 to support postgraduate study in plant pathology. www.bspp.org.uk/funds/mscmres/ #PlantPathology #PostgradFunding #BSPP

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

BSPP Best Student Paper Prizes 2025 Plant Pathology: William J. W. Thomas, first genetic insights into resistance to white leaf spot in canola. Molecular Plant Pathology: Corrie V. Vincent, definitive evidence that concanamycins drive virulence in potato common scab. www.bspp.org.uk/369937-2/

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Supervisors: BSPP’s Undergraduate Vacation Bursary is open for project proposals! Lab, field or remote projects welcome. Deadline: 13 Feb 2026 www.bspp.org.uk/funds/vacati...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Undertaking an MSc, MRes or MPhil in a plant pathology-related field? BSPP bursaries of up to £4,000 open on 3 February. www.bspp.org.uk/funds/mscmres/

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Supervisor applications now open! Propose a project for the BSPP Undergraduate Vacation Bursary and mentor an undergraduate researcher in plant pathology this summer. 🔗 www.bspp.org.uk/funds/underg... #PlantPathology #StudentFunding #BSPP #UndergradResearch

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Prof. Saskia Hogenhout as the new BSPP President, whose pioneering research on plant-microbe-insect interactions is transforming our understanding of pathogen transmission and plant health. More about her work @johninnescentre.bsky.social www.jic.ac.uk/people/saski...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

BSPP Presidential transition! A huge thank you to Prof. Matthew Dickinson, completing his term as BSPP President after decades of service (including 97 Board meetings!) His leadership has profoundly shaped the Society in numerous ways.

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

The UK has officially eradicated the Colorado potato beetle after two years of surveillance and control following its detection in Kent. A big win for UK plant health and biosecurity. More info: www.gov.uk/government/n...

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Royal Society of Biology @rsb.org.uk · 08/12/2025

Don't miss our #PlantHealth Series webinar: Cross-Sector Innovation in Microbiome-Based Protection Learn about sustainable crop protection, microbial solutions, and alternatives to conventional pesticides and fungicides. 📆 Tues 3 Feb, 14:00-15:00 Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Supervisors! Project proposals for the UG Vacation Bursary Scheme open on 5th January 2026. Submit your summer research project ideas and help support the next generation of plant pathologists. Opens: 5 Jan Deadline: 12 Feb www.bspp.org.uk/funds/vacati...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

First report of Hoya tobamovirus 2 in Australia, detected across multiple Hoya species and confirmed via sequencing & RT-PCR. doi.org/10.1002/ndr2...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

New NDR report: Diplodia seriata & Dothiorella viticola confirmed as causes of citrus dieback in Morocco through morphology, ITS sequencing and pathogenicity tests. doi.org/10.1002/ndr2... #PlantHealth #Citrus

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

First report: Meloidogyne javanica confirmed on Acalypha indica in Thailand, supported by morphology, PCR and pathogenicity tests. doi.org/10.1002/ndr2... #PlantHealth

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

New BSPP report: Ceratobasidium niltonsouzanum confirmed causing thread blight on coffee in Peru, supported by morphology, ITS sequencing and pathogenicity tests. doi.org/10.1002/ndr2... #PlantPathology #Coffee

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

This #NationalTreeWeek, we’re celebrating trees, and the science that protects them from diseases like ash dieback. Plant, protect, and plan for healthy forests! treecouncil.org.uk/seasonal-cam...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

New BSPP blog: The search for black rot-resistant brassicas Researchers uncover promising genetic resistance to one of the most damaging brassica diseases, a key step toward sustainable crop protection. www.bspp.org.uk/the-search-f...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Delighted to share that James Brown has been awarded BSPP Honorary Membership 2025! A career spanning pioneering pathogen genetics, major advances in wheat disease resistance, and work to protect UK trees from ash dieback and Dutch elm disease. bsppjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

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Royal Society of Biology @rsb.org.uk · 11/11/2025

Working in plant health and want showcase your achievements? Then why not apply for our new Plant Health Professional Development Award! Visit the award webpage to find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health... #PlantHealth

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Call for PPATH 2026 Session/Workshop Proposals! Norwich | 8–11 Sept 2026 We’re looking for exciting themed sessions, including techniques, pathogens, crops, AI, surveillance, and resistance - anything related to plant pathology! www.bspp.org.uk/plant-pathol...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

The FungiDB/VEuPathDB & Ensembl partnership is expanding resources for fungal & oomycete plant pathogen research, and they want community input. Help prioritise genomes, datasets & research tools: 👉 Take the survey: qualtricsxmpy46tq866.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Mike Csukai @mcsukai.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Want good Bioinformatics resources for Phytopathogens? Plant pathology community at @bspp.bsky.social and @britmycolsoc.org.uk please take the time to complete the Phytopathogen Genomics Resources Survey:- 🔗 zurl.co/gKjC1 Your input is important for FungiDB/@veupathdb.org & Ensembl @ebi.embl.org.

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

When heat waves hit, citrus viruses throw a party! Rising temperatures supercharge citrus yellow mosaic virus, turning off the plant’s defences, allowing the virus to take over. But there’s hope: boosting “superhero genes” could help grow heat-resistant citrus trees. www.bspp.org.uk/when-heat-wa...

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Student vlog: BSPP Undergraduate Vacation Bursary Emily Snaddon talks about her time as a BSPP summer bursary student, asking: Does Zymoseptoria tritici hijack host hormone signalling? See her vlog here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-scN... #BSPP #PlantPathology #StudentVlog

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Plant Pathology Videos, Summer Bursary 2025 - Emily Snaddon

Emily Snaddon - Does the wheat pathogen Zymoseptoria tritici hijack host hormone signalling ?

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

BSPP Undergraduate Vacation Bursary vlog Clementine Brannigan shares her bursary experience investigating how leaf surface properties influence microbial populations in the barley phyllosphere. Watch her vlog: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiH_... #BSPP #Microbiology #StudentResearch

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Plant Pathology Videos, Summer Bursary 2025 - Clementine Brannigan

Clementine Brannigan - Leaf surface properties impact pathogenic and commensal microbial populations of the barley phyllosphere

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

BSPP Undergraduate Vacation Bursary vlog What’s it like to be a summer bursary student? Grace Brookman takes us inside her project on Rhizoctonia cerealis, its prevalence, history, and fungicide sensitivity. Watch Grace’s story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xl7j... #BSPP #PlantPathology

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Plant Pathology Videos, Summer Bursary 2025 - Grace Brookman

Grace Brookman - Investigating Rhizoctonia cerealis: Prevalence, History, and Fungicide Sensitivity

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British Society of Plant Pathology @bspp.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Student vlog: BSPP Undergraduate Vacation Bursary Lowri Wigley shares her summer research experience investigating the role of helitrons in the emergence of novel Fusarium oxysporum isolates. See her bursary journey here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_w6R... #BSPP #StudentResearch #PlantHealth

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Plant Pathology Videos, Summer Bursary 2025 - Lowri

Lowri Wigley - Investigating the role of helitrons in the emergence of novel Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lactucae isolates

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