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LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network @lgbtqplantsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

What does a more inclusive plant science community look like? Join us for the NAASC 2026 Community Impact Award talks. These are short talks followed by discussions, and are a great chance to listen, learn, and join the conversation. Date: Oct 27 at 12:30 PM EDT. Register here: lnkd.in/e2iCrkc5

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Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso @yoselin.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Hello world, an award for the whole @blackinplantsci.bsky.social community. Sharing this with trailblazer and researchers I admire since my PhD about 20+ years ago is an honour. Thanks to those that nominate me as rep from the whole team.

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Mary Williams @PlantTeaching @plantteaching.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I'm so thankful to @naascarabidopsis.bsky.social for the Community Impact award, shared with @yoselin.bsky.social & Sterling Field. www.arabidopsiscommunity.org/news-events/.... It's especially sweet as I'll retire from ASPB Dec 31, 2026. I'm leaving my job so I'll have more time for my work 😉

2026 Arabidopsis Community Impact Awards.
Early Career - Dr. Sterling Field, BASF and Michigan State University, USA.
Later Career - Dr. Yoselin Benitez Alfonso, Leeds Univ, UK and Dr. Mary Williams, ASPB, UK.
Portraits of each of the awardees appears above their name and position.

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North American Arabidopsis Steering Committee @naascarabidopsis.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

NAASC is thrilled to announce the 20206 recipients of the Arabidopsis Community Impact Awards! All three are well-deserving of this honor. We thank the community for submitting the nominations. RSVP to attend the fall webinar with these awardees! www.arabidopsiscommunity.org/rsvp-awards-sessions

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The Arabidopsis Information Resource (TAIR) @tairnews.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Community Awards #icar2026

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North American Arabidopsis Steering Committee @naascarabidopsis.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Still time to RSVP for this webinar! (tomorrow/Wednesday, 24 June)! www.arabidopsiscommunity.org/rsvp-naasc-w...

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Microbiology Society @microbiologysociety.org · 01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month! To celebrate, we’ve created a special collection of all the blogs we’ve published over the past few years about our wonderful LGBTQ+ community: microb.io/49zAmvF Look out for more to come this month! #Pride2026 #LGBTQSTEM Pride in Microbiology Pride in STEM

Progress Pride flag with a white microscope icon symbolising scientific research and inclusivity.

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Mary Williams @PlantTeaching @plantteaching.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Cultivating “scientific identity”: insights from plant cell and developmental biology (Drew and Nagel, 2026 @theplantcell.bsky.social) Very nice comparison of how intrinsic and extrinsic factors help shape identity, in people and guard cells 💚 doi.org/10.1093/plce...

A drawing showing that social identity in scientists develops through self and non-self signals, which can combine to increase mobility and success in science.

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LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network @lgbtqplantsci.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Going to #PlantBio2025 in Milwaukee? Join us for our LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Networking Social this Sunday! All are welcome to attend! @aspbofficial.bsky.social @plantaeofficial.bsky.social

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LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network @lgbtqplantsci.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Attending Plant Biology 2025 (#PlantBio2025) this year? Come out to the LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Networking Social on Sunday, the 27th! All are welcome to attend. Special thank you to our sponsor, Bayer!

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Felix Martinez @laskotillean.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Lately I always add an “LGBTQ+ in STEM” on my posters or talks. It’s usually brings attention and is so nice to meet more and more proud researchers. Let’s make science queer! @lgbtqplantsci.bsky.social

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Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 01/02/2025

During Black History Month, California celebrates the rich history, culture & contributions of Black Americans. Let this month — and every month following — inspire our unified voices as we continue together on the path toward equality, liberty, and opportunity for all.

California Celebrates Black History Month.

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Mary Williams @PlantTeaching @plantteaching.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Creating a culture of support in plant sciences rootandshoot.org/creating-cul... Being seen as our whole selves & having those selves acknowledged & respected is foundational to establishing an effective, productive relationship, especially when there's a power differential. @root-shoot.bsky.social

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Creating culture of support in plant sciences – ROOT & SHOOT

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ROOT-SHOOT RCN @root-shoot.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Last few days to apply for a ROOT & SHOOT travel award to attend a 2025 plant confernce. Conditions apply, see the blog post for full details.

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ROOT-SHOOT RCN @root-shoot.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

We are at a planning retreat at HHMI and they made us Root & Shoot cupcakes! ❤️

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LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network @lgbtqplantsci.bsky.social · 14/11/2024

We are here! Help us reconnect with any and all allies of the LGBTQ+ community in Plant Science!

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LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network @lgbtqplantsci.bsky.social · 21/05/2024

Going to #PlantBio24? Want to find community and network? Come to the LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Social on June 23rd (only a few blocks from the conference). All are welcome to attend! Proudly sponsored by Bayer. Please help us spread the word @aspbofficial.bsky.social @aspb-pui.bsky.social

Flyer for the LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network Social at Plant Biology 2024! on a rainbow background. Text says: Sunday June 23rd at 7pm at the Waikiki Brewing Company (1945 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu). All are welcome to attend! Beverages and appetizers provided by Bayer. Two small logos on the bottom are for the LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network, and for the Bayer LGBTQ+ affinity group.

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ROOT-SHOOT RCN @root-shoot.bsky.social · 15/02/2024

There's a lot happening in the ROOT & SHOOT RCN community, see our Feb newsletter. Learning communities, listening groups, trainings, podcasts and webinars, travel awards, other awards, all with a focus on making #PlantScience more inclusive and welcoming to everyone. mailchi.mp/00be06a88854...

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ROOT & SHOOT RCN - February Newsletter

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Botany One @botany.one · 11/02/2024

Women in Science: 6 Pioneers in Plant Photobiology To celebrate the “International Day of Girls and Women in Science”, Botany One highlights six exceptional female researchers who greatly contributed to shed new light on Plant Photobiology. botany.one/2024/02/wome...

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Women in Science: 6 Pioneers in Plant Photobiology

To celebrate the “International Day of Girls and Women in Science”, Botany One highlights six exceptional female researchers who greatly contributed to shed new light on Plant Photobiology – a scienti...

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LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Network @lgbtqplantsci.bsky.social · 27/09/2023

Hi everyone! We are here and we are plant scientists! We hope to continuing to increase visibility and advocate for our community on this platform.

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