Full Schedule

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

Virtual Workshop: Bringing FAIR Data into the Classroom
Location: Virtual

Workshop Presenter: Margaret E. Staton – University of Tennessee

Workshop Presenter: Annarita Marrano – Phoenix Bioinformatics

Workshop Presenter: Jason Williams – CSHL/CyVerse

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10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

Virtual Workshop: Networking into an industrial, federal, or academic job
Location: Virtual

Workshop Presenter: Kevin R. Cope, PhD (he/him/his) – Bayer Crop Science

Workshop Co-Organizer: Kevin R. Cope, PhD (he/him/his) – Bayer Crop Science

Workshop Co-Organizer: Brianna D. Griffin, n/a – Iowa State University

Workshop Presenter: Larry York

Workshop Presenter: Sonali Roy, PhD (she/her/hers) – Tennessee State University

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10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EDT

Virtual Workshop: Segmentation Techniques and Challenges in Plant Phenotyping: Introducing the iPlantSeg+ Tool
Location: Virtual

Workshop Presenter: Sruti Das Choudhury – University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Workshop Co-Organizer: Srinidhi Bashyam – University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Workshop Co-Organizer: Ashok Samal – University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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2:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

Registration Open
Location: River Concourse

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8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT

Speaker Ready Room
Location: Gwinnett Board Room

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8:00 AM – 6:30 PM EDT

Registration Open
Location: River Concourse

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8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Workshop: PUI Faculty Development
Location: Meeting 203/205

Workshop Presenter: Kerry A. Lutz, PhD – Farmingdale State College

Workshop Presenter: John Erickson, PhD (he/him/his) – USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Workshop Presenter: Udaya C C. Kalluri – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Workshop Presenter: Joyce Belcher, PhD

Workshop Presenter: Gerald Schoenknecht

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9:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Plant Science Saturday
Location: Forsyth Farmers Market

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10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EDT

Workshop: The role of science communication in enhancing adoption of innovative technologies in agriculture - Part 1
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Chair : Andrew Ogolla Egesa, MSc – University of Florida

Workshop Co-Organizer: Prince K. Zogil, PhD – GALY.CO

Workshop Co-Organizer: Modesta Abugu – North Carolina State University

Workshop Co-Organizer: Oluwatoyosi F. Akintayo, MSc – Iowa State University

Workshop Co-Organizer: Sessen D. Iohannes – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Workshop Presenter: Wayne Parrot - Plant Biology 2020 Program Chair, PhD – University of Georgia

Workshop Presenter: Channapathan Prakash

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11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT

Undergraduate Poster and Networking Session
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Workshop Presenter: Shoshana Kronfeld – ASPB

Workshop Co-Organizer: Shoshana Kronfeld – ASPB

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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

LGBTQ+ Ally Training
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

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12:45 PM – 1:15 PM EDT

First Time Attendee Orientation
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

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1:30 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

(PL-1-0) ASPB Awards Presentation
Location: Chatham ABC

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2:00 PM – 2:30 PM EDT

(PL-1-1) A Discussion with CheFarmer Matthew Raiford: The Plants are Talking, Are We Listening
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Chair: Gustavo MacIntosh – Iowa State University

Plenary Speaker: Chefarmer Matthew Raiford

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2:30 PM – 3:00 PM EDT

(PL-1-2) Tailoring breeding to local needs: genomics meets farmers’ traditional knowledge to accelerate wheat improvement for Ethiopian small farms
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Dr. Matteo Dell'acqua, PhD (he/him/his) – Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna

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3:00 PM – 3:25 PM EDT

(PL-1-3) Coffee Break
Location: Chatham ABC

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3:25 PM – 3:30 PM EDT

(PL-1-4) Three Minute Thesis Presentation
Location: Chatham ABC

Presenter: Arijit Mukherjee – University of Central Arkansas

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3:30 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(PL-1-5) Plants and people: an evolutionary perspective
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Dr Barbara Schaal

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4:00 PM – 4:30 PM EDT

(PL-1-6) From the stars to your table - plants as complex conduits for iron nutrition
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Dr. Terri Long

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5:10 PM – 5:30 PM EDT

(CS-6-6) Developing transposon-based plant gene discovery and editing tools
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: C. Nathan Hancock, n/a – University of South Carolina Aiken

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5:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT

EDIC Award Talk - Racial reckoning in the plant sciences
Location: Chatham ABC

Award Winner: Thelma F. Madzima – University of Washington Bothell

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5:30 PM – 6:00 PM EDT

Shull Award Talk - The AUXIN RESPONSE FACTORs as a model to understand transcription
Location: Chatham ABC

Award Winner: Lucia Strader – Duke University

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6:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT

Meet the Editors
Location: Aloha Park

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6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT

Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Exhibit Hall

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6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT

Welcome Reception & Poster Presentations
Location: Exhibit Hall

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7:30 AM – 5:00 PM EDT

Speaker Ready Room
Location: Gwinnett Board Room

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8:00 AM – 9:00 AM EDT

Community Agreement Listening Session
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

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8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT

Registration Open
Location: River Concourse

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9:00 AM – 9:03 AM EDT

(PL-2-0) Overview by Plenary Chair
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Sterling Field, PhD (he/him/his) – Carnegie Institution for Science

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9:03 AM – 9:30 AM EDT

(PL-2-1) RHAMNOSE 1 forms biomolecular condensates essential for UDP-rhamnose synthesis and Arabidopsis thaliana development
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Sterling Field, PhD (he/him/his) – Carnegie Institution for Science

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9:30 AM – 10:00 AM EDT

(PL-2-2) Stress Granule – a key component of stress signaling and tolerance
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Monika Chodasiewicz, PhD – King Abdullah University of Science & Technology

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10:00 AM – 10:25 AM EDT

(PL-2-3) Coffee Break
Location: Chatham ABC

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10:25 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

(PL-2-4) Three Minute Thesis Presentation
Location: Chatham ABC

Presenter: Mae Antonette Mercado – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM EDT

(PL-2-5) Biomolecular condensate formation in plant-microbe interactions.
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Sheng-Yang He (he/him/his) – Duke University

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11:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

(PL-2-6) Sequestration of kinases in stress granules as a way to modulate the plant stress response
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Chair: Sterling Field, PhD (he/him/his) – Carnegie Institution for Science

Plenary Speaker: Emilio Gutierrez-Beltran, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Sevilla

Abstract Co-Author: JORGE ESAU SOLIS-MIRANDA – INSTITUTO DE BIOTECNOLOGIA, UNAM

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11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Corteva Student Showcase
Location: Meeting Room 203/205

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11:00 AM – 7:00 PM EDT

Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Exhibit Hall A

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11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EDT

Interviewing 101
Location: Aloha Park

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11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Workshop: Career jungle gym in a post-pandemic world
Location: Meeting Room 102/103

Workshop Co-Organizer: Saima Shahid

Workshop Co-Organizer: Patricia Baldrich – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Workshop Presenter: Nancy Eckardt, PhD (she/her/hers) – The Plant Cell, American Society of Plant Biologists

Workshop Presenter: Rishi R. Masalia, PhD – Running Tide

Workshop Presenter: Morgan Halane, PhD (he/him/his) – New York botanical Garden

Workshop Co-Organizer: Susan Moser, PhD – USDA NIFA

Workshop Presenter: Rachel Jouni

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11:30 AM – 1:30 PM EDT

Workshop: Considering impacts of artificial intelligence in scientific publication and beyond
Location: Meeting Room 105/106

Workshop Presenter: Larry York

Workshop Co-Organizer: Jennifer Clarke, PhD – University of Nebraska

Workshop Co-Organizer: Blake C. Meyers – The Plant Cell

Workshop Co-Organizer: Yunde Zhao – Plant Physiology

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11:30 AM – 1:30 PM EDT

Workshop: Plant Bioinformatics Resources for FAIR Agricultural Data Discovery and Reuse
Location: Meeting Room 201/202

Workshop Presenter: Nick Gladman, PhD – USDA-ARS

Workshop Co-Organizer: Margaret E. Staton – University of Tennessee

Workshop Co-Organizer: Nick Gladman, PhD – USDA-ARS

Workshop Co-Organizer: Sunita Kumari, PhD – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Workshop Co-Organizer: Annarita Marrano – Phoenix Bioinformatics

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12:00 PM – 12:30 PM EDT

LGBTQ+ Plant Scientist Networking Event
Location: Community Building Lounge

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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Twitter Meetup
Location: Aloha Park

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1:30 PM – 1:33 PM EDT

(CS-1-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Chair: Peng Liu, PhD (he/him/his) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

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1:33 PM – 1:53 PM EDT

(CS-1-1) Genome editing for fast-track reproductive trait engineering in poplar
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Chung-Jui Tsai, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: María A. Ortega – University of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: Ran Zhou – University of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: Michihito Deguchi – University of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: Trevor Tuma – University of Georgia

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1:53 PM – 2:13 PM EDT

(CS-1-2) Coordinated expression of multi-gene pathways in plants using the MoonTag programmable transcriptional activator and synthetic trans-activated promoters
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Juan Armando Casas Mollano, PhD (he/him/his) – Center for Precision Plant Genomics University of Minnesota

Abstract Co-Author: Jonathan Cors – University of Minnesota

Abstract Co-Author: Michael J. Smanski – University of Minnesota

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2:13 PM – 2:15 PM EDT

(CS-1-3) The CRISPR in the Classroom Network A Support System for Instructors to Bring Gene Editing Technology to the Undergraduate Classroom - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Nicholas J. Ruppel, PhD (he/him/his) – Randolph-Macon College

Abstract Co-Author: Michael Wolyniak – Hampden-Sydney College

Abstract Co-Author: Donna L. Pattison – University of Houston

Abstract Co-Author: Tiffany Hoage – University of Wisconsin - Stout

Abstract Co-Author: Dawn Carter – Rochester Institute of Technology

Abstract Co-Author: Latanya Hammonds-Odie – Georgia Gwinnett College

Abstract Co-Author: Sara K. Olson – Pomona College

Abstract Co-Author: Jay N. Pieczynski – Rollins College

Abstract Co-Author: Maria S. Santisteban – University of North Carolina - Pembroke

Abstract Co-Author: Anil K. Challa – University of Alabama - Birmingham

Education and Outreach

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Nicholas J. Ruppel, PhD (he/him/his) – Randolph-Macon College ### 106915###Symposium Speaker###Associate Professor and Chair of Biology###Randolph-Macon College###
Symposium Speaker: Nicholas J. Ruppel, PhD (he/him/his) – Randolph-Macon College
### he/him/his @@@ Michael Wolyniak – Hampden-Sydney College ### 1970782###Abstract Co-Author######Hampden-Sydney College###
Abstract Co-Author: Michael Wolyniak – Hampden-Sydney College
### @@@ Donna L. Pattison – University of Houston ### 1970783###Abstract Co-Author######University of Houston###
Abstract Co-Author: Donna L. Pattison – University of Houston
### @@@ Tiffany Hoage – University of Wisconsin - Stout ### 1970784###Abstract Co-Author######University of Wisconsin - Stout###
Abstract Co-Author: Tiffany Hoage – University of Wisconsin - Stout
### @@@ Dawn Carter – Rochester Institute of Technology ### 1970790###Abstract Co-Author######Rochester Institute of Technology###
Abstract Co-Author: Dawn Carter – Rochester Institute of Technology
### @@@ Latanya Hammonds-Odie – Georgia Gwinnett College ### 1970785###Abstract Co-Author######Georgia Gwinnett College###
Abstract Co-Author: Latanya Hammonds-Odie – Georgia Gwinnett College
### @@@ Sara K. Olson – Pomona College ### 1970786###Abstract Co-Author######Pomona College###
Abstract Co-Author: Sara K. Olson – Pomona College
### @@@ Jay N. Pieczynski – Rollins College ### 1970787###Abstract Co-Author######Rollins College###
Abstract Co-Author: Jay N. Pieczynski – Rollins College
### @@@ Maria S. Santisteban – University of North Carolina - Pembroke ### 1970788###Abstract Co-Author######University of North Carolina - Pembroke###
Abstract Co-Author: Maria S. Santisteban – University of North Carolina - Pembroke
### @@@ Anil K. Challa – University of Alabama - Birmingham ### 1970789###Abstract Co-Author######University of Alabama - Birmingham###
Abstract Co-Author: Anil K. Challa – University of Alabama - Birmingham
###

2:15 PM – 2:35 PM EDT

(CS-1-4) Short multi-repeat transcript (SMRT)-silencing in plants
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Divya Mishra, PhD – University of Wisconsin

Abstract Co-Author: david cook – Kansas state university

Abstract Co-Author: sandeep marla – Kansas state university

Genes & Genomes: Genome Editing

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2:35 PM – 2:55 PM EDT

(CS-1-5) Targeted Transposition in Plants
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Peng Liu, PhD (he/him/his) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Kaushik Panda, PhD (he/him/his) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Seth Edwards – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: C. Nathan Hancock, n/a – University of South Carolina Aiken

Abstract Co-Author: R. Keith Slotkin – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

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2:55 PM – 3:15 PM EDT

(CS-1-6) Transgene-free CRISPR Genome Editing in Protoplasts of Pinus taeda and Abies fraseri
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Barbara M. Marques – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Daniel B. Sulis, Ph.D – NC State University

Abstract Co-Author: Bethany S. Suarez (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Carlos A. Cofre, n/a – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Robert Thomas – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Justin Whitehill – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: John Frampton – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Ross Whetten – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Rodolphe Barrangou – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Jack P. Wang – North Carolina State University

Genes & Genomes: Genome Editing

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Barbara M. Marques – North Carolina State University ### 1007147###Symposium Speaker###Ph.D Candidate###North Carolina State University###
Symposium Speaker: Barbara M. Marques – North Carolina State University
### @@@ Daniel B. Sulis, Ph.D – NC State University ### 989607###Abstract Co-Author###Postdoctoral Scholar###NC State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Daniel B. Sulis, Ph.D – NC State University
### @@@ Bethany S. Suarez (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University ### 1971096###Abstract Co-Author###MS Candidate###North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Bethany S. Suarez (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University
### she/her/hers @@@ Carlos A. Cofre, n/a – North Carolina State University ### 1971097###Abstract Co-Author###Masters in Forestry###North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Carlos A. Cofre, n/a – North Carolina State University
### @@@ Robert Thomas – North Carolina State University ### 1970934###Abstract Co-Author######North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Robert Thomas – North Carolina State University
### @@@ Justin Whitehill – North Carolina State University ### 1970935###Abstract Co-Author######North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Justin Whitehill – North Carolina State University
### @@@ John Frampton – North Carolina State University ### 1970936###Abstract Co-Author######North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: John Frampton – North Carolina State University
### @@@ Ross Whetten – North Carolina State University ### 1970937###Abstract Co-Author######North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Ross Whetten – North Carolina State University
### @@@ Rodolphe Barrangou – North Carolina State University ### 1970976###Abstract Co-Author######North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Rodolphe Barrangou – North Carolina State University
### @@@ Jack P. Wang – North Carolina State University ### 101921###Abstract Co-Author###Associate Professor###North Carolina State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Jack P. Wang – North Carolina State University
###

1:30 PM EDT

(CS-3-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Chair: Antje Heese, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Missouri-Columbia

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1:33 PM – 1:53 PM EDT

(CS-3-1) Endocytic accessory proteins DYNAMIN-RELATED PROTEIN DRP1A and DRP2B modulate both preformed and induced immune defenses
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Antje Heese, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Missouri-Columbia

Abstract Co-Author: Gayani Ekanayake – University of Missouri-Columbia

Abstract Co-Author: Alani Antoine-Mitchell – University of Missouri-Columbia

Abstract Co-Author: Kody B. Jones – University of Missouri-Columbia

Abstract Co-Author: Paxton Kostos – University of Missouri-Columbia

Abstract Co-Author: Rebekah Holtsklaw – University of Missouri-Columbia

Abstract Co-Author: Abe Koo – University of Missouri-Columbia

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1:53 PM – 2:13 PM EDT

(CS-3-2) Understanding how paired-NLRs recognize pathogen effectors and activate immune signaling
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Hee-Kyung Ahn, PhD (she/her/hers) – The Sainsbury Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Maria Sindalovskaya – John Inness Centre

Abstract Co-Author: Nitika Mukhi – MPIPZ Cologne

Abstract Co-Author: Sung Un Huh, PhD – Kunsan National University

Abstract Co-Author: Jonathan Jones – The Sainsbury Laboratory

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2:13 PM – 2:15 PM EDT

(CS-3-3) A soybean protein conferring broad-spectrum resistance regulates expression of receptor-kinases and NLR-type receptor proteins - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Micheline N. Ngaki, n/a – Iowa StateUniversity

Abstract Co-Author: Madan K. Bhattacharyya – Iowa State University

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2:15 PM – 2:35 PM EDT

(CS-3-4) A Caspase-like Protease Plays an Essential Role in the Production of CAPE9 for Systemic Immunity Elicited by PAMP flg22 in Arabidopsis
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Yet-Ran Chen, PhD – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Chi-Hsin Chang – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Ying-Lan Chen, n/a – National Cheng Kung University

Abstract Co-Author: Kai-Tan Cheng – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Sheng-Chi Hung – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Fan-Wei Lin – Academia Sinica

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Immunity

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2:35 PM – 2:55 PM EDT

(CS-3-5) PHOSPHATE TRANSPORTER 5 modulates PHR1-dependent immunity by regulating the status of intracellular inositol pyrophosphates
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Ching Chan, PhD (he/him/his) – National Taiwan Normal University

Abstract Co-Author: Zhengrui Wang – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Yu-Chun Shao – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Hui-Fen Kuo – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Chih-Yu Lin – Academia Sinica

Abstract Co-Author: Tzyy-Jen Chiou – Academia Sinica

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2:55 PM – 3:15 PM EDT

(CS-3-6) Galactolipids Regulate Systemic Immunity in Plants
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Tatsushi Kurokawa – University of Kentucky

Abstract Co-Author: Keshun Yu – University of Kentucky

Abstract Co-Author: Ruiying Liu – North Dakota State University

Abstract Co-Author: Wendy Havens – University of Kentucky

Abstract Co-Author: Pradeep Kachroo – University of Kentucky

Abstract Co-Author: Aardra Kachroo – University of Kentucky

Favorite

1:30 PM – 1:33 PM EDT

(CS-4-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair: Alexandra J. Dickinson, PhD (she/her/hers) – UC San Diego

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1:33 PM – 1:53 PM EDT

(CS-4-1) The chemistry of development: Uncovering small molecule regulators of stem cell patterning
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Alexandra J. Dickinson, PhD (she/her/hers) – UC San Diego

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1:53 PM – 2:13 PM EDT

(CS-4-2) Life imitates art: twining growth of Arabidopsis helical mutants and natural climbers is driven by cortical microtubules
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Mariane Sousa-Baena, PhD (she/her/hers) – Cornell University

Abstract Co-Author: Angelique Acevedo – Cornell University

Abstract Co-Author: Joyce G. Onyenedum – Cornell University

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2:13 PM – 2:15 PM EDT

(CS-4-3) CCDC22 and CCDC93 play a role in root meristem cell size in Arabidopsis thaliana - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Anwen R. Roberts (she/her/hers) – University of Vermont

Abstract Co-Author: Mary L. Tierney, Dr. – University of Vermont

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2:15 PM – 2:35 PM EDT

(CS-4-4) Oriented symmetric divisions contribute to stomatal patterning across eudicots
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Kensington S. Hartman (she/her/hers) – University of California, San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Madison Goetz – University of California, San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Andrew Muroyama, PhD – University of California, San Diego

Development: Vegetative

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2:35 PM – 2:55 PM EDT

(CS-4-5) The function of the ERECTA family signaling in the shoot apical meristem.
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Elena D. Shpak, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Tennessee

Abstract Co-Author: Muhammad Uzair, PhD (he/him/his) – The university of Tennessee

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2:55 PM – 3:15 PM EDT

(CS-4-6) Leaf epidermal patterning and fate determination
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Chin-Min Ho, PhD (she/her/hers) – Institute of Plant and Microbial biology, Academia Sinica

Development: Vegetative

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1:30 PM – 1:33 PM EDT

(CS-5-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Chair: Kathleen Beilsmith, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – Argonne National Laboratory

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1:33 PM – 1:53 PM EDT

(CS-5-1) Multi-organ Metabolic Model of Zea mays Connects Temperature Stress with Thermodynamics-Reducing Power-Energy Generation Axis
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Rajib Saha, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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1:53 PM – 2:13 PM EDT

(CS-5-2) Machine learning for assessing plant metabolomes: Caveats and successes
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Gaurav Moghe, PhD (he/him/his) – Cornell University

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2:15 PM – 2:35 PM EDT

(CS-5-4) Evolutionary systems biology reveals potential mechanisms of rice defense against root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne)

Symposium Speaker: Taryn S. Dunivant, MA (she/her/hers) – University of California Riverside

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2:35 PM – 2:55 PM EDT

(CS-5-5) Genomes as windows to the complex functional landscape in plants
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Crysten Blaby-Haas, PhD (she/her/hers) – Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

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2:55 PM – 3:15 PM EDT

(CS-5-6) Understanding cell metabolism: genome scale modeling meets machine learning (pre-recorded)
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Feiran Li, Ph.D. – Chalmers University of Technology

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1:30 PM – 1:33 PM EDT

(CS-2-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Chair: Azam Noori, PhD (she/her/hers) – Merrimack College

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1:33 PM – 1:53 PM EDT

(CS-2-1) Physiological Responses of Lemna minor to PFAS
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Azam Noori, PhD (she/her/hers) – Merrimack College

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1:53 PM – 2:13 PM EDT

(CS-2-2) Predictive models to manage mycotoxin outbreaks in the USA
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Lina Castano-Duque, USDA-ARS SRRC – Goverment

Abstract Co-Author: Martha M. Vaughan – USDA-ARS

Abstract Co-Author: James Lindsay – USDA-ARS

Abstract Co-Author: Kristin Barnett – Illinois Agriculture Department

Abstract Co-Author: Kanniah Rajasekaran – USDA-ARS

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2:13 PM – 2:15 PM EDT

(CS-2-3) Surveying stem xylem and canopy recovery of Citrus spp. across the path of Hurricane Ian- Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Gillian Z. Michalczyk – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Syed Bilal Hussain, PhD – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Yangyang Song – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: William Hammond – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Christopher I. Vincent, n/a – University of Florida

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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2:15 PM – 2:35 PM EDT

(CS-2-4) High temperature responses vary among soybean genotypes in open-air field conditions
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Anna M. Locke, PhD – USDA-ARS

Abstract Co-Author: Anna C. Ortiz – USDA-ARS

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2:35 PM – 2:55 PM EDT

(CS-2-5) Modelling architectural and functional response of Zea mays to phosphorus deficiency based on experimental data
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Felix M. Bauer, n/a (he/him/his) – Institute of Bio-and Geoscience: Agrosphere (IBG-3), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH

Abstract Co-Author: Mona Giraud – Institut of Bio-and Geoscience: Agrosphere (IBG-3), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH

Abstract Co-Author: Dirk N. Helmrich – School of Engineering and Natural Sciences, University of Iceland, Reykjavík

Abstract Co-Author: Guillaume Lobet – Institut of Bio-and Geoscience: Agrosphere (IBG-3), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH

Abstract Co-Author: Andrea Schnepf – Institut of Bio-and Geoscience: Agrosphere (IBG-3), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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2:55 PM – 3:15 PM EDT

(CS-2-6) Impacts of Tropospheric Ozone on Soybean Roots
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Ripley Hsieh Tisdale (she/her/hers) – USDA-ARS

Abstract Co-Author: Rodolfo Zentella – USDA-ARS

Abstract Co-Author: kaile Zhang – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Kent Burkey – USDA-ARS

Abstract Co-Author: Hui-Ling Liao – University of Florida

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3:15 PM – 3:45 PM EDT

Planting Yourself into a Career at a Primarily Undergraduate Institution
Location: Aloha Park

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3:15 PM – 3:45 PM EDT

Coffee and Networking in Exhibit Hall
Location: Exhibit Hall

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3:15 PM – 3:45 PM EDT

Front & Center networking event
Location: Community Building Lounge

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3:45 PM – 3:48 PM EDT

(CS-9-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair: Gyeong Mee Yoon, PhD (she/her/hers) – Purdue University

Favorite

3:48 PM – 4:08 PM EDT

(CS-9-1) Ethylene-triggered subcellular trafficking of CTR1 enhances the response to ethylene gas
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Gyeong Mee Yoon, PhD (she/her/hers) – Purdue University

Favorite

4:08 PM – 4:28 PM EDT

(CS-9-2) Guard cell specific epigenomics reveals abscisic acid (ABA) and CO2 triggered chromatin remodeling
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Charles A. Seller, PhD – UC San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Julian i. Schroeder, PhD – University of California, San Diego

Favorite

4:28 PM – 4:30 PM EDT

(CS-9-3) HPCA1 Is Required For Systemic Reactive Oxygen Species And Calcium Cell-To-Cell Signaling And Plant Acclimation To Stress - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Yosef Fichman, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Missouri

Abstract Co-Author: Sara I. Zandalinas – University Jaume I, Castelló de la Plana, Spain

Abstract Co-Author: Scott C. Peck – University of Missouri, MO, USA

Abstract Co-Author: Sheng Luan – University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA

Abstract Co-Author: Ron Mittler – University of Missouri, MO, USA

Signal Transduction & Hormone Biology

Favorite

4:30 PM – 4:50 PM EDT

(CS-9-4) Imaging and functional analysis of 24-h rhythmic interactions of circadian core oscillators
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Xiaodong Xu, Ph.D (she/her/hers) – Henan University

Abstract Co-Author: Qiguang Xie – Henan University

Abstract Co-Author: Li Yuan – Henan University

Favorite

4:50 PM – 5:10 PM EDT

(CS-9-5) Blazing a trail towards orthogonal auxin transcriptional regulation
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: John A. Bryant, Jr. – Virginia Tech

Favorite

5:10 PM – 5:30 PM EDT

(CS-9-6) BRXL4-LAZY1 interaction at the plasma membrane controls Arabidopsis branch angle and gravitropism
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Poster Presenter: Edgar P. Spalding, PhD – University of Wisconsin

Signal Transduction & Hormone Biology

Favorite

3:45 PM – 3:48 PM EDT

(CS-10-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Chair: Marcela Rojas-Pierce, Ph D (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University

Favorite

3:48 PM – 4:08 PM EDT

(CS-10-1) Towards an inducible degron system for control of protein function in plants
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Marcela Rojas-Pierce, Ph D (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Linzhou Huang – North Carolina State University

Cell Biology: General

Favorite

4:08 PM – 4:28 PM EDT

(CS-10-2) How to keep exocytosis going: Identify novel regulators of exocytosis in Arabidopsis using Endosidin2
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Xiaohui Li – Purdue University

Abstract Co-Author: Chunhua Zhang, PhD – Purdue University

Abstract Co-Author: Christopher J. Staiger, PhD – Purdue University

Favorite

4:30 PM – 4:50 PM EDT

(CS-10-4) Identifying and characterizing a missing peroxin–PEX8–in Arabidopsis thaliana
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Gabrielle C. Buck (she/her/hers) – Rice University

Abstract Co-Author: Ashley Weeks – Rice University

Abstract Co-Author: Bonnie Bartel, PhD – Rice University

Cell Biology: Plastids and Organelles

Favorite

4:50 PM – 5:10 PM EDT

(CS-10-5) Exploring the Role of Trehalose-6-Phosphate in Maize Carbohydrate Metabolism at the Single-Cell Level
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Gabriela Madrid (she/her/hers) – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Kelly M. Balmant – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Susan K. Boehlein – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Kristen A. Leach – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Matias Kirst – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Marcio Resende, Jr – University of Florida

Favorite

5:10 PM – 5:30 PM EDT

(CS-10-6) SMG7 is a master regulator of P-bodies modulating their function and dynamics
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Albert Cairo, PhD – CEITEC

Abstract Co-Author: Anna Vargova – CEITEC

Abstract Co-Author: Neha Shukla – CEITEC

Abstract Co-Author: Claudio Capitao – Gregor Mendel Institute

Abstract Co-Author: Pavlina Mikulkova – CEITEC

Abstract Co-Author: Sona Valuchova – CEITEC

Abstract Co-Author: Jana Pecinkova – CEITEC

Abstract Co-Author: Petra Bulankova – Gregor Mendel Institute

Abstract Co-Author: Karel Riha – CEITEC

Favorite

3:45 PM – 3:48 PM EDT

(CS-8-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Chair: Amir H. Ahkami, PhD (he/him/his) – Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL), Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)

Symposium Speaker: Debatosh Das – University of Missouri-Columbia

Symposium Speaker: Melissa Cregger, PhD (she/her/hers) – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Symposium Speaker: David McNear – University of Kentucky

Symposium Speaker: Alex Williams, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Sheffield

Symposium Speaker: Zoe Cardon – Marine Biological Laboratory

Favorite

3:48 PM – 4:08 PM EDT

(CS-8-1) Variation in Plant Metabolite Concentration Influences Belowground Microbial Communities and Soil Organic Matter Cycling
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Melissa Cregger, PhD (she/her/hers) – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Favorite

4:08 PM – 4:28 PM EDT

(CS-8-2) A genetically encoded biosensor reveals spatiotemporal variation in cellular phosphate content in Brachypodium distachyon mycorrhizal roots
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Poster Presenter: Shiqi Zhang (she/her/hers) – East Stroudsburg University

Favorite

4:28 PM – 4:30 PM EDT

(CS-8-3) Dead Zones Comparison of soil characteristics at Indiana planting sites to help explain poor tree growth - Lightning Talks
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Shaneka Lawson, n/a – USDA Forest Service / Purdue University

Favorite

4:30 PM – 4:50 PM EDT

(CS-8-4) Small, effector-like secreted proteins of Populus trichocarpa play different roles in mutualistic symbiosis
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Yang Liu, PhD – Oak Ridge National Lab

Favorite

4:50 PM – 5:10 PM EDT

(CS-8-5) Identifying metabolic and transcriptomic variation in sorghum growing under phosphate deficiency.
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Rozalynne Samira, PhD (she/her/hers) – Texas Tech University

Favorite

3:45 PM – 3:48 PM EDT

(CS-7-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Chair: Cheng-Hsun Ho, PhD – Agricultural Biotechnology Research Center/Academia Sinica, Taiwan

Favorite

3:48 PM – 4:08 PM EDT

(CS-7-1) Watching nitrate dynamics in live-novel genetically encoded florescent biosensor
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Cheng-Hsun Ho, PhD – Agricultural Biotechnology Research Center/Academia Sinica, Taiwan

Abiotic: Salt and Minerals

Favorite

4:08 PM – 4:28 PM EDT

(CS-7-2) Arabidopsis Protection of Telomeres 1b protein regulates redox homeostasis and protects the genome from oxidative damage
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: JI-HEE MIN, PhD – Texas A&M University

Abstract Co-Author: Claudia Castillo-González – Texas A&M University

Abstract Co-Author: Borja Barbero Barcenilla, n/a – Texas A&M University

Abstract Co-Author: David Curtis – Texas A&M University

Abstract Co-Author: Pavel Ulianich – Texas A&M University

Abstract Co-Author: Monisha Yerram – Texas A&M University

Abstract Co-Author: IN-CHEOL YEO, PhD (he/him/his) – TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY

Abstract Co-Author: Dorothy E. Shippen – Texas A&M University

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

Favorite

4:28 PM – 4:30 PM EDT

(CS-7-3) Investigating the biological role of Ferroportin 3 - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Sara S. Omer – Amherst College

Abstract Co-Author: Jeeyon Jeong, PhD – Amherst College

Abiotic: Salt and Minerals

Favorite

4:30 PM – 4:50 PM EDT

(CS-7-4) Convergent Evolution of Genes and Gene Networks in Extremophytes Associated with Salt Stress Tolerance
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Samadhi S. Wimalagunasekara, PhD candidate – Louisiana State University

Abstract Co-Author: Maheshi Dassanayake – Louisiana State University

Favorite

4:50 PM – 5:10 PM EDT

(CS-7-5) Decoding the function of tau glutathione S-transferases GSTU24 and GSTU25 in Arabidopsis
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: José M. Ugalde (he/him/his) – University of Bonn

Abstract Co-Author: Juan C. Dávila – University of Bonn

Abstract Co-Author: Andreas J. Meyer – University of Bonn

Favorite

5:10 PM – 5:30 PM EDT

(CS-7-6) Molecular Phenotypes at the Gene Isoform Level Associated with Multiple Salt Stresses in the Extremophyte Model Schrenkiella Parvula
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Michele F. da Silva, N/A, n/a – University of Campinas (Unicamp)

Abstract Co-Author: Chathura Wijeshinghege – Louisiana State University

Abstract Co-Author: Anete P. de Souza – University of Campinas

Abstract Co-Author: Maheshi Dassanayake – Louisiana State University

Favorite

3:45 PM – 3:48 PM EDT

(CS-6-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Chair: Jennifer Rinehart (she/her/hers) – Bayer

Favorite

3:48 PM – 4:08 PM EDT

(CS-6-1) Simultaneous transformation and editing of many elite germplasms in soybean (Glycine max) and maize (Zea mays)
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Jennifer Rinehart (she/her/hers) – Bayer

Abstract Co-Author: Brent Brower-Toland, MA, PhD – Bayer

Abstract Co-Author: Yurong Chen, PhD – Bayer

Favorite

4:08 PM – 4:28 PM EDT

(CS-6-2) Utilizing SynBio to decipher the effect of promoter characteristics on gene expression
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Anna E. Yaschenko, B.S. in Computer Science; B.S. in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Jose M. Alonso, PhD – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Anna Stepanova – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Chengsong Zhao – North Carolina State University

Genes & Genomes: Biotechnology, Molecular Breeding

Favorite

4:28 PM – 4:30 PM EDT

(CS-6-3) Discovering the Genetic Basis of Rice Grain Shape - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Uzezi E. Okinedo, M.Sc., University of Lagos, Cell and Molecular Biology (2019); B.Sc., University of Lagos, Cell Biology and Genetics (2015) – University of Massachusetts Boston

Abstract Co-Author: Annarita Marrano, PhD – University of Massachusetts Boston

Abstract Co-Author: Brook T. Moyers, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston

Favorite

4:30 PM – 4:50 PM EDT

(CS-6-4) Targeted Genome Editing for Anthracnose Resistance in Tomato: Unraveling QTL Candidates and Validating through CRISPR/Cas9 Technology
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: hyndavi Yammanuru, N/A, n/a – West Virginia State University

Abstract Co-Author: Padma Nimmakayala – West Virginia State University

Abstract Co-Author: Umesh Reddy – West Virginia State University

Abstract Co-Author: Subramanyam R. Chinreddy, Ph.D – west virginia state university

Abstract Co-Author: carlos ortiz – West Virginia State University

Favorite

4:50 PM – 5:10 PM EDT

(CS-6-5) The First Complete Chloroplast Genome Sequence of Mortiño (Vaccinium floribundum) and Comparative Analyses with Other Vaccinium Species
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Carolina Armijos, MSc. – Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)

Abstract Co-Author: Karla E. Rojas López, Msc. Genetics of Human Disease – Universidad San Francisco de Quito

Abstract Co-Author: Manuela Parra – Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)

Abstract Co-Author: Maria de Lourdes Torres – Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)

Favorite

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

Networking Reception & Poster Presentations
Location: Exhibit Hall

Favorite

7:30 PM – 9:00 PM EDT

LGBTQ+ Mixer
Location: Moon River Brewing Company

Favorite

7:30 AM – 5:00 PM EDT

Speaker Ready Room
Location: Gwinnett Board Room

Favorite

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM EDT

Women's Young Investigator Travel Award Winners Recognition & Networking Session
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Favorite

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT

Registration Open
Location: River Concourse

Favorite

9:00 AM – 9:03 AM EDT

(PL-1-0) Plenary - Overview by Chair
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Chair: Amanda Cavanagh, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Essex

Favorite

9:03 AM – 9:30 AM EDT

(PL-1-1) Cloudy with a chance of Science
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Marshall Shepherd, BS, MS, PHD (he/him/his) – University of Georgia

Favorite

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM EDT

(PL-1-2) The Role of Research in Sustaining Agriculture in the Face of Climate Change
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Nora Lapitan, PhD (she/her/hers) – USDA ARS

Favorite

10:00 AM – 10:25 AM EDT

(PL-1-3) Coffee Break
Location: Chatham ABC

Favorite

10:25 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

(PL-1-4) Three Minute Thesis Presentation
Location: Chatham ABC

Presenter: Sau Shan CHENG – The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Favorite

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM EDT

(PL-1-5) Sustainable solutions to solve challenges across agricultural value chains: a view from the energy world
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Jeremy Shears – Shell Research Limited

Favorite

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

(PL-1-6) Increasing photosynthetic thermal tolerance to enhance crop productivity in a warming world
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Amanda Cavanagh, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Essex

Favorite

11:00 AM – 6:30 PM EDT

Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Exhibit Hall A

Favorite

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Boxed Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Location: Exhibit Hall A

Favorite

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

One-on-One Mentoring Sessions
Location: Near Registration

Favorite

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Workshop: Creating and Integrating Plant Scientist Spotlights in the Classroom (and beyond)
Location: Meeting 203/205

Workshop Presenter: Erin J. Friedman, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Lynchburg

Workshop Co-Organizer: Jennifer Robison, PhD – Manchester University

Workshop Co-Organizer: Susan M. Bush Tripp (she/her/hers) – Metropolitan State University

Favorite

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Advocating for Plant Science and Scientists
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Favorite

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Workshop: EEPP Science & Friends
Location: Olgethorpe Auditorium

Workshop Co-Organizer: Courtney P. Leisner, PhD (she/her/hers) – Virginia Tech

Workshop Co-Organizer: Anna M. Locke, PhD – USDA-ARS

Favorite

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Workshop: Negotiating Success! How to be a Self-Advocate
Location: Meeting Room 201/202

Workshop Presenter: Meredith Sigman

Workshop Co-Organizer: Meredith Sigman

Workshop Co-Organizer: Brent Brower-Toland, MA, PhD – Bayer

Workshop Presenter: Alex Harkess – Department of Plant Biology, University of Georgia

Workshop Presenter: Tessa Burch-Smith, PhD (she/her/hers) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Workshop Presenter: Maria Monteros

Workshop Presenter: Charla Lord

Favorite

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Workshop: The role of science communication in enhancing adoption of innovative technologies in agriculture - Part 2
Location: Meeting Room 105/106

Workshop Organizer: Andrew Ogolla Egesa, MSc – University of Florida

Workshop Presenter: Sessen D. Iohannes – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Workshop Presenter: Wayne Parrot - Plant Biology 2020 Program Chair, PhD – University of Georgia

Workshop Presenter: Prince K. Zogil, PhD – GALY.CO

Workshop Presenter: Oluwatoyosi F. Akintayo, MSc – Iowa State University

Workshop Presenter: Modesta N. Abugu – North Carolina State University

Workshop Presenter: Channapathan Prakash

Favorite

1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-12-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Chair: Anna M. Locke, PhD – USDA-ARS

Favorite

1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(cs-12-1) Contrasting Cropping System Effects on Phenology and Ecophysiology Attributes in the northern Great Plains
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Craig W. Whippo, PhD (he/him/his) – USDA-ARS, Northern Great Plains Research Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Mark Liebig, PhD – Agricultural Research Service

Abstract Co-Author: Nicanor Saliendra, PhD – Agricultural Research Service

Symposium Chair: Anna M. Locke – USDA ARS

Favorite

1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-12-2) Dissecting the early cold-induced photosynthetic deficiency in soybean seedlings
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Jennifer Robison, PhD (she/her/hers) – Manchester University

Symposium Chair: Anna M. Locke – USDA ARS

Favorite

1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-12-3) Leaf traits coordinated with aboveground biomass production in Populus short rotation bioenergy crops - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Heidi Renninger, PhD – Mississippi State University

Abstract Co-Author: Austin Himes – Mississippi State University

Abstract Co-Author: Courtney Siegert – Mississippi State University

Abstract Co-Author: Andrea Drager – Mississippi State University

Abstract Co-Author: Waqar Shafqat – Mississippi State University

Symposium Chair: Anna M. Locke – USDA ARS

Favorite

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-12-4) Abscisic acid improves drought tolerance essentially by reducing water loss and delaying hydraulic dysfunction
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Amanda A. Cardoso, PhD – North Carolina State University

Symposium Chair: Anna M. Locke – USDA ARS

Favorite

2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-12-5) How conifers and grasses overcome physical limits to sugar export from leaves
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Johannes Liesche, PhD – University of Graz

Symposium Chair: Anna M. Locke – USDA ARS

Favorite

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-12-6) Carbon transport constraint in trees has important implications for growth allocation and photosynthetic efficiency
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Christopher I. Vincent, n/a – University of Florida

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

Favorite

1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-11-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Chair: Vanessa Jane Melino, PhD (she/her/hers) – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Favorite

1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-11-1) Neo-domestication of Salicornia species for a seawater-based seed oil crop
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Vanessa Jane Melino, PhD (she/her/hers) – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Favorite

1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-11-2) A combinatorial TRM-OFP module bilaterally fine-tunes tomato fruit shape
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Esther Vanderknaap, PhD – University of Georgia

Favorite

1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-11-3) Improving pennycress and camelina as biofuel crops by engineering phenylpropanoid pathway - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Xin Li, PhD – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Xu Li – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Victoria Yell – North Carolina State University

Genes & Genomes: Biotechnology, Molecular Breeding

Favorite

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-11-4) Seeking new routes for the neodomestication in the genus Oryza: exploration of the genetic diversity of the wild relatives of rice in the Americas
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Alice Fornasiero, PhD (she/her/hers) – Center for Desert Agriculture, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Favorite

2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-11-5) Domestication and adaptation of Chenopodium quinoa for marginal environments
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Clara Stanschewski, BSc, MSc – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Favorite

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-11-6) A route to de novo domestication of wild allotetraploid rice (pre-recorded session)
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Hong Yu, PhD (he/him/his) – Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences

Favorite

1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-13-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Chair: Adam D. Steinbrenner, PhD – University of Washington

Favorite

1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-13-1) Improving soybean defense responses to herbivory by restoring INR, an immune receptor secondarily lost in all Glycininae
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Adam D. Steinbrenner, PhD – University of Washington

Abstract Co-Author: Natalia Guayazan-Palacios, MS – University of Washington

Favorite

1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-13-2) Drought induced changes in defence related phytohormone signalling pathways contribute to increased susceptibility to fungal pathogen infection in Eucalyptus
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Abstract Co-Author: Godfrey Zharare, PhD – University of Zululand

Abstract Co-Author: Raphael A. Ployet, PhD – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Symposium Speaker: Sanushka Naidoo, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Pretoria

Symposium Chair: Adam D. Steinbrenner, PhD – University of Washington

Abstract Co-Author: Demissew T. Teshome – University of Pretoria

Favorite

1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-13-3) A nonpathogenic signal peptidase mutant of the maize anthracnose fungus Colletotrichum graminicola secretes cell wall degrading enzymes normally - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Megan Johnston – University of Kentucky

Abstract Co-Author: Renata Belisario – University of Kentucky

Abstract Co-Author: Lisa Vaillancourt, Dr. – University of Kentucky

Symposium Chair: Adam D. Steinbrenner, PhD – University of Washington

Favorite

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-13-4) Plasminogen Apple Nematode (PAN) Domain Suppresses Immunity
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Kuntal De, PhD – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Wellington Muchero – Oak Ridge National Lab

Symposium Chair: Adam D. Steinbrenner, PhD – University of Washington

Favorite

2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-13-5) Arabidopsis HD-ZIP III Transcription Factors Promote Sugar Beet Cyst Nematode Feeding Site Formation
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Xunliang Liu, PhD – University of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: Melissa G. Mitchum – University of Georgia

Symposium Chair: Adam D. Steinbrenner, PhD – University of Washington

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Pathogenesis

Favorite

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-13-6) Characterizing defense mechanisms in Arabidopsis thaliana against Tetranychus urticae herbivory
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Jorden Maglov (she/her/hers) – University of Western Ontario

Abstract Co-Author: Vojislava Grbic – University of Western Ontario

Symposium Chair: Adam D. Steinbrenner, PhD – University of Washington

Favorite

1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-14-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair: Dongfang Wang, PhD (she/her/hers) – Spelman College

Favorite

1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-14-1) The identification of type I MADS box genes as the upstream activators of an endosperm-specific invertase inhibitor in Arabidopsis
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Dongfang Wang, PhD (she/her/hers) – Spelman College

Abstract Co-Author: Tobias Hoffmann – Spelman College

Favorite

1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-14-2) An atypical florigen-like integrator promotes reproductive meristem transitions in rice
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Giulia A. Bono – University of Milan

Abstract Co-Author: Francesca Giaume – University of Milan

Abstract Co-Author: Fabio Fornara – University of Milan

Favorite

1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-14-3) Analyses of Cullin1 Homologs Reveal Functional Redundancy in S-RNase-Based Self-Incompatibility and Evolutionary Relationships in Eudicots - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Linhan Sun, PhD – The Pennsylvania State University

Abstract Co-Author: Shiyun Cao – Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Department of Pharmacology, University of Washington, Seattle

Abstract Co-Author: Ning Zheng – Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Department of Pharmacology, University of Washington, Seattle

Abstract Co-Author: Teh-hui Kao – The Pennsylvania State University

Development: Reproduction

Favorite

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(cs-14-4) A Genetic Basis for Internal White Tissue Disorder in Tomato Fruit
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Poster Presenter: Will L. Dobson, Horticultural Sciences (he/him/his) – University of Florida Horticultural Sciences Dept.

Favorite

2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-14-5) Understanding the Transcriptional and Epigenetic Dynamics of Female Gametophyte Development in Rice
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Taehoon Kim, PhD candidate – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Marcio F. Resende Jr – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Meixia Zhao – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: W. Bradley Barbazuk – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Kevin Begcy, n/a – University of Florida

Favorite

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-14-6) PhasiRNA siRD29(-) regulates gibberellin biosynthesis gene (StGA3ox3) to mediate stolon-to-tuber transitions in potato development (pre-recorded)
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Nilam N. Malankar, PhD student (she/her/hers) – IISER Pune

Abstract Co-Author: Kirtikumar R. Kondhare – NCL Pune

Abstract Co-Author: Kishan Saha – IISER Pune

Abstract Co-Author: Mohit Mantri – IISER Pune

Abstract Co-Author: Anjan K. Banerjee – IISER Pune

Favorite

1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-15-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Chair: Carolyn Lee-Parsons, PhD – Northeastern University

Favorite

1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-15-1) Purification and Characterization of Antimicrobial Compounds from Thuja Arborvitae
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Tory M. Johnson, Doctoral – Clark Atlanta University

Abstract Co-Author: Zhengxin Wang – Clark Atlanta University

Favorite

1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-15-2) Regulation of insecticidal maize phenolic compounds
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Erich Grotewold, PhD – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Yi-Hsuan Chu, PhD (she/her/hers) – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Andrea I. Doseff, PhD – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Fabio Gomez-Cano – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Lina Gomez-Cano – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Suresh Gupta – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Nan Jiang, PhD – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Yun Sun Lee, PhD – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Nathan Springer, PhD – University of Minnesota

Abstract Co-Author: Peng Zhou – University of Minnesota

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Erich Grotewold, PhD – Michigan State University ### 1007281###Symposium Speaker###Professor###Michigan State University###
Symposium Speaker: Erich Grotewold, PhD – Michigan State University
### @@@ Yi-Hsuan Chu, PhD (she/her/hers) – Michigan State University ### 1970952###Abstract Co-Author###Postdoctoral Research Associate###Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Yi-Hsuan Chu, PhD (she/her/hers) – Michigan State University
### she/her/hers @@@ Andrea I. Doseff, PhD – Michigan State University ### 1970958###Abstract Co-Author###Professor###Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Andrea I. Doseff, PhD – Michigan State University
### @@@ Fabio Gomez-Cano – Michigan State University ### 1970954###Abstract Co-Author######Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Fabio Gomez-Cano – Michigan State University
### @@@ Lina Gomez-Cano – Michigan State University ### 1970955###Abstract Co-Author######Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Lina Gomez-Cano – Michigan State University
### @@@ Suresh Gupta – Michigan State University ### 1970957###Abstract Co-Author######Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Suresh Gupta – Michigan State University
### @@@ Nan Jiang, PhD – Michigan State University ### 989625###Abstract Co-Author###Research Associate###Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Nan Jiang, PhD – Michigan State University
### @@@ Yun Sun Lee, PhD – Michigan State University ### 1970953###Abstract Co-Author###Postdoc###Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Yun Sun Lee, PhD – Michigan State University
### @@@ Nathan Springer, PhD – University of Minnesota ### 142162###Abstract Co-Author###Professor###University of Minnesota###
Abstract Co-Author: Nathan Springer, PhD – University of Minnesota
### @@@ Peng Zhou – University of Minnesota ### 1970956###Abstract Co-Author######University of Minnesota###
Abstract Co-Author: Peng Zhou – University of Minnesota
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1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-15-4) Unjamming the biosynthesis of specialized metabolites in Catharanthus roseus using CRISPR-Cas9
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Carolyn Lee-Parsons, PhD – Northeastern University

Abstract Co-Author: Samuel Mortensen – Northeastern University

Abstract Co-Author: Krystyna F. Traverse – Northeastern University

Abstract Co-Author: Lauren Cole – Northeastern University

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2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-15-5) Exploring small molecule regulation of developmental decisions in Zea mays
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Abigail L. Tripka (she/her/hers) – University of California San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Alexandra J. Dickinson, PhD (she/her/hers) – UC San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Yifan Meng – Stanford University

Abstract Co-Author: Sarah Noll – Pomona College

Abstract Co-Author: Tao Zhang – University of Callifornia San Diego

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2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-15-6) The function of Nicotiana glauca epicuticular wax in nature
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Boaz Negin – Boyce Thompson Institute

Abstract Co-Author: Chen Ochayon – Weizmann Institute of Science

Abstract Co-Author: Elisa Korenblum – Weizmann Institute of Science

Abstract Co-Author: Asaph Aharoni – Weizmann Institute of Science

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2:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT

ECPS Headshot Photo Booth
Location: Aloha Park

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2:45 PM – 3:15 PM EDT

Coffee & Networking in Exhibit Hall
Location: Exhibit Hall A

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-19-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair: DurreShahwar Muhammad, PhD (she/her/hers) – Rice University

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-19-1) Control of chloroplast turn-over and cell death by reactive oxygen species
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Jesse D. Woodson, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Arizona

Symposium Chair: DurreShahwar Muhammad, PhD (she/her/hers) – Rice University

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-19-2) Multi-omics investigation of peroxisomal quality control
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair;Speaker: DurreShahwar Muhammad, PhD (she/her/hers) – Rice University

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-19-3) Exploring substrate specificity of SWEETs using a novel vacuolar sugar transporter biosensor - Lightning Talk

Symposium Speaker: Sojeong Gwon (she/her/hers) – Georgia Institute of Technology

Symposium Chair: DurreShahwar Muhammad, PhD (she/her/hers) – Rice University

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-19-4) Functional Studies of Essential Mitochondrial ATPases (ATAD3s) and a Program for STEM Career Development
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Elizabeth Vierling, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Amherst

Symposium Chair: DurreShahwar Muhammad, PhD (she/her/hers) – Rice University

Abstract Co-Author: Minsoo Kim

Abstract Co-Author: Nora Haggerty

Abstract Co-Author: Eli Gordon

Abstract Co-Author: Shannon Clark

Abstract Co-Author: Elizabeth Waters – San Diego State University

Abstract Co-Author: Magdalena Bezanilla – Dartmouth College

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-19-5) Ubiquitin-dependent Protein Degradation and Regulation of Stress Responses
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Sophia Stone – Dalhousie University

Symposium Chair: DurreShahwar Muhammad, PhD (she/her/hers) – Rice University

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-19-6) Characterization of proteins involved in cell-fate determination during ER stress in Arabidopsis thaliana
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Ethan Thibault (he/him/his) – Michigan State University

Symposium Chair: DurreShahwar Muhammad, PhD (she/her/hers) – Rice University

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-18-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Chair: Lena M. Müller, PhD – University of Miami

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-18-1) CLE peptide signaling during arbuscular mycorrhiza symbiosis
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Lena M. Müller, PhD – University of Miami

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-18-2) Proteasome-associated protein mediates microbial-provided plant thermotolerance
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Jun Hyung Lee, PhD (he/him/his) – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Paul E. Abraham, PhD – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Dana L. Carper, PhD (she/her/hers) – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Mitchel J. Doktycz – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Robert Hettich – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Dale A. Pelletier – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Bryan Piatkowski – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: David J. Weston – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-18-3) Microbiome colonization leads to emergent plant phenotypes at elevated temperature. - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Hannah M. McMillan, PhD (she/her/hers) – Duke University

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-18-4) In situ quantification of plant carbon allocation in a Maize-AMF system
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Kong M. Wong, PhD (he/him/his) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Keith E. Duncan – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Sergey Komarov – Washington University in St. Louis

Abstract Co-Author: Dierdra Daniels – Valent BioSciences LLC

Abstract Co-Author: Clara Lebow – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Daniela S. Floss – Valent BioSciences LLC

Abstract Co-Author: Yuan-Chuan Tai – Washington University in St. Louis

Abstract Co-Author: Christopher N. Topp, PhD – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Beneficial

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-18-5) Transcriptomic responses to toxic metal stress in Medicago reveals more resilient genotypes use adaptive detoxification mechanisms
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Reena Sharma, PhD – Brookhaven National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Aditi Bhat – Brookhaven National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Michael Clear

Abstract Co-Author: M. Mercedes Lucas – Instituto de Ciencias Agrarias ICA-CSIC

Abstract Co-Author: Kerrie Barry – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA

Abstract Co-Author: Anna Lipzan – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA

Abstract Co-Author: Matt Blow – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Ber keley, CA USA

Abstract Co-Author: Shaun Curtin – USDA ARS St. Paul, MN

Abstract Co-Author: José J Pueyo – Plant and Environmental Quality, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ICA-CSIC, Madrid, Spain

Abstract Co-Author: Tim Paape – USDA Children’s Nutrition Research Center

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Reena Sharma, PhD – Brookhaven National Laboratory ### 1970904###Symposium Speaker###Research associate###Brookhaven National Laboratory###
Symposium Speaker: Reena Sharma, PhD – Brookhaven National Laboratory
### @@@ Aditi Bhat – Brookhaven National Laboratory ### 1971041###Abstract Co-Author######Brookhaven National Laboratory###
Abstract Co-Author: Aditi Bhat – Brookhaven National Laboratory
### @@@ Michael Clear ### 2082592###Abstract Co-Author#########
Abstract Co-Author: Michael Clear
### @@@ M. Mercedes Lucas – Instituto de Ciencias Agrarias ICA-CSIC ### 1970833###Abstract Co-Author######Instituto de Ciencias Agrarias ICA-CSIC###
Abstract Co-Author: M. Mercedes Lucas – Instituto de Ciencias Agrarias ICA-CSIC
### @@@ Kerrie Barry – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA ### 1971045###Abstract Co-Author######Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA###
Abstract Co-Author: Kerrie Barry – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA
### @@@ Anna Lipzan – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA ### 1971046###Abstract Co-Author######Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA###
Abstract Co-Author: Anna Lipzan – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, CA USA
### @@@ Matt Blow – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Ber keley, CA USA ### 1971047###Abstract Co-Author######Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Ber keley, CA USA###
Abstract Co-Author: Matt Blow – Joint Genome Institute/Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Ber keley, CA USA
### @@@ Shaun Curtin – USDA ARS St. Paul, MN ### 1971049###Abstract Co-Author######USDA ARS St. Paul, MN###
Abstract Co-Author: Shaun Curtin – USDA ARS St. Paul, MN
### @@@ José J Pueyo – Plant and Environmental Quality, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ICA-CSIC, Madrid, Spain ### 1970828###Abstract Co-Author######Plant and Environmental Quality, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ICA-CSIC, Madrid, Spain###
Abstract Co-Author: José J Pueyo – Plant and Environmental Quality, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ICA-CSIC, Madrid, Spain
### @@@ Tim Paape – USDA Children’s Nutrition Research Center ### 2082594###Abstract Co-Author######USDA Children’s Nutrition Research Center###
Abstract Co-Author: Tim Paape – USDA Children’s Nutrition Research Center
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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-20-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Chair: Melissa H. Magerøy, PhD (she/her/hers) – Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-20-1) The plant response to high CO2 levels is heritable and orchestrated by DNA methylation.
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Kaushik Panda, PhD (he/him/his) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-20-2) Coordination of basal immunity and the floral transition by the RRM proteins EDM3 and IBM2 in Arabidopsis thaliana
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Thomas Eulgem, PhD (he/him/his) – UC-Riverside

Abstract Co-Author: Jianqiang Wang – UC-Riverside

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-20-4) Plant epigenetics for forest resilience against invasive pathogens
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Rosa Sanchez-Lucas, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Birmingham

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-20-5) Analysis of gene-targeted DNA methylation patterns in the clonal epitypes of Norway spruce throughout the annual cycle
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Igor Yakovlev, PhD (he/him/his) – Norwegian Institute for Bioeconomy Research

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-20-6) Reduced DNA methylation in plants acts as an internal hard drive of stress memory and induced resistance to biotic stress
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Samuel W. Wilkinson, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Sheffield

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-17-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Chair: Magdalena Weingartner, PhD – University of Hamburg

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-17-1) Does natural variation of the speed of the clock influence seasonal differences in gene expression?
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Eva M. Farre, PhD (she/her/hers) – Michigan State University

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-17-2) Translational regulation of plant photomorphogenesis: SPA1 promotes translation efficiency by phosphorylating the carboxyl-terminal eIF2α
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Mei-Chun Cheng, PhD – National Taiwan University

Abstract Co-Author: Hui-Hsien Chang – National Taiwan University

Abstract Co-Author: Lin-Chen Huang – National Taiwan University

Abstract Co-Author: Karen S. Browning – The University of Texas at Austin

Abstract Co-Author: Enamul Huq – The University of Texas at Austin

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-17-3) VERNALIZATION INDEPENDENCE 3 (VIP3): the first plant gene shown to play a role in deacclimation resistance in arabidopsis and canola - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Ashok Mandal, PhD (Ongoing) (he/him/his) – NDSU

Abstract Co-Author: Mukhlesur Rahman – North Dakota State University

Abstract Co-Author: James V. Anderson – USDA

Abstract Co-Author: Wun Chao – USDA

Abstract Co-Author: David P. Horvath, Doctor of Philosophy (he/him/his) – USDA

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-17-4) Enhanced pollen tube fitness was selected during breeding of tomato varieties that set fruit at elevated temperature.
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Sorel V. Ouonkap Yimga, n/a – Brown University

Abstract Co-Author: Rasha Althiab Almasaud – Brown University

Abstract Co-Author: Ann Loraine – University Of North Carolina Charlotte

Abstract Co-Author: Robert W. Reid – University of North Carolina Charlotte

Abstract Co-Author: Ravishankar Palanivelu – University of Arizona Tucson

Abstract Co-Author: Mark A. Johnson, PhD – Brown University

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-17-5) Analysis of translational control during heat stress response using the eEF1B complex in Arabidopsis thaliana
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Magdalena Weingartner, PhD – University of Hamburg

Abstract Co-Author: Julia Lohmann – Universität Hamburg

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-17-6) Thermosensory transcription factors phase separate with the Mediator coactivator complex to activate thermomorphogenetic genes
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Abhishesh Bajracharya, PhD (Ongoing) – University of Mississippi

Abstract Co-Author: Eden Bayer – University of Mississippi

Abstract Co-Author: Yongjian Qiu, PhD – University of Mississippi

Abstract Co-Author: Alyssa Stoner – University of Mississippi

Abiotic: Light & Temperature

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-16-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Chair: Steven J. Burgess, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-16-1) Genetically-Encoded Delivery Vehicles for Plant Synthetic Biology and Food Security
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Gözde Demirer, PhD (she/her/hers) – California Institute of Technology

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-16-2) POSTHARVEST CHILLING STRESS IN TOMATO FRUIT
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Diane Beckles, BSc., PhD (she/her/hers) – University of California Davis

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-16-3) Plant Responses to Plasma-Activated Water - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Jonathan J. Kizer – North Carolina State University

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-16-4) Root phenotypes for carbon farming and climate resilience
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Elohim Bello Bello, PhD (he/him/his) – Salk Institute for Biological Studies

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-16-5) The unexpected roles of glycosyl hydrolases in Hemicellulose synthesis
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Talia Jacobson (she/her/hers) – University of Florida

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-16-6) Continuous directed evolution of short-lived plant enzymes to cut maintenance respiration costs - Pre-recorded
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Ulschan Bathe (she/her/hers) – University of Florida

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5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT

Networking Reception & Poster Presentations
Location: Exhibit Hall A

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5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT

Interviewing 101
Location: Aloha Park

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5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT

Plantae Fellows Meetup
Location: Community Building Lounge

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8:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT

ECPS Trivia Night
Location: Poor Larrys Downtown

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7:30 AM – 5:00 PM EDT

Speaker Ready Room
Location: Gwinnett Board Room

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8:00 AM – 9:00 AM EDT

Community Agreement Listening Session
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

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8:00 AM – 6:30 PM EDT

Registration Open
Location: River Concourse

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9:00 AM – 9:03 AM EDT

(PL-4-0) Plenary Session - Overview by Chair
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Chair: Sessen D. Iohannes – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Plenary Chair: Matias F. Gleason, ScB – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

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9:03 AM – 9:30 AM EDT

(PL-4-1) Lost in translation? The long-distance travel of messenger RNAs
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Friedrich Kragler, PhD – Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology

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9:30 AM – 10:00 AM EDT

(PL-4-2) Callose deposition at plasmodesmata and the regulation of plant root development
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Leeds

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10:00 AM – 10:25 AM EDT

(PL-4-3) Coffee Break
Location: Chatham ABC

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10:25 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

(PL-4-4) Three Minute Thesis Presentation
Location: Chatham ABC

Presenter: Jyoti Aggarwal, MSc (she/her/hers) – Agricultural Biotechnology Research Center, Academia Sinica

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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM EDT

(PL-4-5) An uncommon view: 3D imaging of plasmodesmata formation
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Tessa Burch-Smith, PhD (she/her/hers) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

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11:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

(PL-4-6) Deciphering signals from the noise in the mRNA mobileome using comparative Solanaceae genomics
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Margaret H. Frank, PhD (she/her/hers) – Cornell University

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11:00 AM – 3:30 PM EDT

Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Exhibit Hall A

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11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EDT

Workshop: Entering leadership roles
Location: Meeting Room 102/103

Workshop Presenter: Dianne Pater, PhD (she/her/hers) – Vassar College

Workshop Co-Organizer: Andrew A. Foudree – Corteva Agriscience

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11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EDT

Workshop: How to create your mentoring network
Location: Meeting Room 105/106

Workshop Presenter: Eva M. Farre, PhD (she/her/hers) – Michigan State University

Workshop Co-Organizer: Burcu Alptekin

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11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Boxed Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Location: Exhibit Hall A

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11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

One-on-One Mentoring Sessions
Location: Near Registration

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11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Workshop: Practical Aspects of Complying with US Regulations on Genetically Engineered and Genome Edited Plants
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Workshop Co-Organizer: Raymond Dobert – Bayer Crop Science

Workshop Presenter: Michelle Glaspie – Bayer Crop Science

Workshop Presenter: Nicole Juba – Pairwise

Workshop Co-Organizer: Miguel Vega-Sanchez, PhD (he/him/his) – Bayer

Workshop Presenter: Deshui Zhang, PhD – USDA-APHIS

Workshop Presenter: Suma Chakravarthy – USDA-APHIS

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11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Workshop: Writing Your Diversity Statement
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Workshop Presenter: Brianna D. Griffin, n/a – Iowa State University

Workshop Co-Organizer: Gurleen Kaur, Miss – University of Florida

Workshop Co-Organizer: Alexander Meyers, PhD (he/him/his) – NASA

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1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-23-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Chair: Anjali Iyer-Pascuzzi, PhD (she/her/hers) – Purdue University

Symposium Chair: Imara Perera – North Carolina State University

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1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-23-1) From Genes to Communities: Uncovering the Impact of GOLVEN10 on Root Nodule Symbiosis through GWAS
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Sonali Roy, PhD (she/her/hers) – Tennessee State University

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1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-23-2) Investigating microbiome composition shifts in wheat leaves under P. nodorum infection
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Xavious Allen (he/him/his) – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Christina Cowger

Abstract Co-Author: Gina Brown-Guedira

Abstract Co-Author: Christine Hawkes

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1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-23-3) Mechanistic insights into the soybean microbiome to combat iron deficiency chlorosis - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Urmi Das (she/her/hers) – North Dakota State University

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1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-23-4) Reproducible microbiome formation in controlled fabricated ecosystems, EcoFABs
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: John P. Vogel, PhD – DOE Joint Genome Institute, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

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2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-23-5) Partner quality and patterns of selection on functional traits in Trifolium
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Chandra Jack, PhD (she/her/hers) – Clark University

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2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-23-6) A snapshot of Medicago’s shoot and root transcriptome in response to an arbuscular mycorrhizal fungus and aphids.
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: S. Karen Gomez, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Northern Colorado

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1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-25-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Chair: María Maldonado, PhD – UC Davis

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1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-25-1) Avocado WRINKLED2 is functional and positively regulates lipid biosynthesis in nonseed tissues
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Jyoti R. Behera (he/him/his) – East Tennessee State University

Abstract Co-Author: Aruna Kilaru, Ph.D – East Tennessee State University

Biochemistry and Metabolism

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1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-25-2) Plant Metabolic Network: A Unified Resource for Plant Metabolism
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Charles L. Hawkins, PhD – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: Bo Xue – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: William P. Dwyer – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: Selena Rice – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: Sue Y. Rhee – Michigan State University

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1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-25-3) The link between Photorespiration and one carbon metabolism - Lightning Talk
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: KELEM GASHU ALAMRIE, PhD – Michigan State University

Abstract Co-Author: Berkley J. Walker, PhD – Michigan State University

Biochemistry and Metabolism

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1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-25-4) Plant-specific features of respiratory supercomplex I + III2 from Vigna radiata
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: María Maldonado, PhD – UC Davis

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2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-25-5) Determination of a Subcellular Metabolic Network Map for Sorghum bicolor
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Ava Kloss-Schmidt (she/her/hers) – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: Ian Blaby – DOE Joint Genome Institute

Abstract Co-Author: William P. Dwyer – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: David W. Ehrhardt – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: Maxine Gutierrez – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: Purva Karia – Carnegie Institution for Science

Abstract Co-Author: Markita P. Landry – University of California, Berkeley

Abstract Co-Author: Ritesh Mewalal – DOE Joint Genome Institute

Abstract Co-Author: Jenny C. Mortimer – Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and University of Adelaide

Abstract Co-Author: Sue Y. Rhee – Michigan State University

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Ava Kloss-Schmidt (she/her/hers) – Carnegie Institution for Science ### 1325967###Symposium Speaker###Research Assistant###Carnegie Institution for Science###
Symposium Speaker: Ava Kloss-Schmidt (she/her/hers) – Carnegie Institution for Science
### she/her/hers @@@ Ian Blaby – DOE Joint Genome Institute ### 1971066###Abstract Co-Author######DOE Joint Genome Institute###
Abstract Co-Author: Ian Blaby – DOE Joint Genome Institute
### @@@ William P. Dwyer – Carnegie Institution for Science ### 1679936###Abstract Co-Author###Research Assistant###Carnegie Institution for Science###
Abstract Co-Author: William P. Dwyer – Carnegie Institution for Science
### @@@ David W. Ehrhardt – Carnegie Institution for Science ### 102413###Abstract Co-Author######Carnegie Institution for Science###
Abstract Co-Author: David W. Ehrhardt – Carnegie Institution for Science
### @@@ Maxine Gutierrez – Carnegie Institution for Science ### 1971039###Abstract Co-Author######Carnegie Institution for Science###
Abstract Co-Author: Maxine Gutierrez – Carnegie Institution for Science
### @@@ Purva Karia – Carnegie Institution for Science ### 1971038###Abstract Co-Author######Carnegie Institution for Science###
Abstract Co-Author: Purva Karia – Carnegie Institution for Science
### @@@ Markita P. Landry – University of California, Berkeley ### 1971067###Abstract Co-Author######University of California, Berkeley###
Abstract Co-Author: Markita P. Landry – University of California, Berkeley
### @@@ Ritesh Mewalal – DOE Joint Genome Institute ### 1971040###Abstract Co-Author######DOE Joint Genome Institute###
Abstract Co-Author: Ritesh Mewalal – DOE Joint Genome Institute
### @@@ Jenny C. Mortimer – Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and University of Adelaide ### 213405###Abstract Co-Author###Director of Plant Systems Biology###Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and University of Adelaide###
Abstract Co-Author: Jenny C. Mortimer – Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and University of Adelaide
### @@@ Sue Y. Rhee – Michigan State University ### 101681###Abstract Co-Author######Michigan State University###
Abstract Co-Author: Sue Y. Rhee – Michigan State University
###

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-25-6) Modeling the impact of micronutrient scarcity on macronutrient flow in a metabolic network - pre-recorded talk
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Sara El Alaoui, PhD (she/her/hers) – Argonne National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Fatima Foflonker – Argonne National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Fariha Hossain – Brookhaven National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Crysten Blaby-Haas, PhD (she/her/hers) – Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Samuel M. Seaver, MSc, PhD – Argonne National Laboratory

Biochemistry and Metabolism

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1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-21-0) Overview By Chair
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Chair: Kanjana Laosuntisuk, PhD (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University

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1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-21-1) Controlling for total RNA abundance affects the identification of differentially expressed genes revealing bias toward morning-expressed responses
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Kanjana Laosuntisuk, PhD (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Colleen J. Doherty – North Carolina State University

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1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-21-2) Changes in Moon, Mars, and Micro Gravity: A Meta-Analysis of Transcriptome Shifts in Responses to Gravity and Spaceflight
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Emma L J Canaday (She/They) – Ohio University

Abstract Co-Author: Dr. Sarah E. Wyatt – Ohio University

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Immunity

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1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-21-3) The Proteomes that Feed the World - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Veronica E. Ramirez, MSc. (she/her/hers) – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Sarah Brajkovic – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Paula Andrade Galan – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Patrick Rohrl – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Mario Picciani – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Sophia Hein – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Sebastian Urzinger – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Guido Giordano – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Genc Haljiti – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Andrea Piller – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Cemil Can Saylan – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Armin Soleymaniniya – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Qussai Abbas – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Ezgi Aydin – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Lukas Wurstl – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Gianluca Corongiu – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Jiuyue Pan – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Brigitte Poppenberger, n/a – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Bernhard Kuster – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Christina Ludwig – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Corinna Dawid – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Mathias Wilhelm – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Stephanie Wilhelm – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Ralph Hueckelhoven – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Caroline Gutjahr – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Viktoriya Avramova – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Dmitrij Frishman – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Josch Pauling – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Chris-Carolin Schoen – Technical University of Munich

Abstract Co-Author: Claus Schwechheimer – Technical University of Munich

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Veronica E. Ramirez, MSc. (she/her/hers) – Technical University of Munich ### 1970769###Symposium Speaker###Doctoral Candidate###Technical University of Munich###
Symposium Speaker: Veronica E. Ramirez, MSc. (she/her/hers) – Technical University of Munich
### she/her/hers @@@ Sarah Brajkovic – Technical University of Munich ### 1970797###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Sarah Brajkovic – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Paula Andrade Galan – Technical University of Munich ### 1970798###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Paula Andrade Galan – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Patrick Rohrl – Technical University of Munich ### 1970799###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Patrick Rohrl – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Mario Picciani – Technical University of Munich ### 1970806###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Mario Picciani – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Sophia Hein – Technical University of Munich ### 1970811###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Sophia Hein – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Sebastian Urzinger – Technical University of Munich ### 1970801###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Sebastian Urzinger – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Guido Giordano – Technical University of Munich ### 1970803###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Guido Giordano – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Genc Haljiti – Technical University of Munich ### 1970805###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Genc Haljiti – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Andrea Piller – Technical University of Munich ### 1970800###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Andrea Piller – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Cemil Can Saylan – Technical University of Munich ### 1970808###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Cemil Can Saylan – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Armin Soleymaniniya – Technical University of Munich ### 1970809###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Armin Soleymaniniya – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Qussai Abbas – Technical University of Munich ### 1970807###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Qussai Abbas – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Ezgi Aydin – Technical University of Munich ### 1970804###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Ezgi Aydin – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Lukas Wurstl – Technical University of Munich ### 1970802###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Lukas Wurstl – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Gianluca Corongiu – Technical University of Munich ### 1970823###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Gianluca Corongiu – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Jiuyue Pan – Technical University of Munich ### 1970810###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Jiuyue Pan – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Brigitte Poppenberger, n/a – Technical University of Munich ### 1970838###Abstract Co-Author###Professor###Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Brigitte Poppenberger, n/a – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Bernhard Kuster – Technical University of Munich ### 1970839###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Bernhard Kuster – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Christina Ludwig – Technical University of Munich ### 1970818###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Christina Ludwig – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Corinna Dawid – Technical University of Munich ### 1970812###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Corinna Dawid – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Mathias Wilhelm – Technical University of Munich ### 1970820###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Mathias Wilhelm – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Stephanie Wilhelm – Technical University of Munich ### 1970813###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Stephanie Wilhelm – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Ralph Hueckelhoven – Technical University of Munich ### 1970822###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Ralph Hueckelhoven – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Caroline Gutjahr – Technical University of Munich ### 1970821###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Caroline Gutjahr – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Viktoriya Avramova – Technical University of Munich ### 1970816###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Viktoriya Avramova – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Dmitrij Frishman – Technical University of Munich ### 1970819###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Dmitrij Frishman – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Josch Pauling – Technical University of Munich ### 1970817###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Josch Pauling – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Chris-Carolin Schoen – Technical University of Munich ### 1970815###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Chris-Carolin Schoen – Technical University of Munich
### @@@ Claus Schwechheimer – Technical University of Munich ### 1970814###Abstract Co-Author######Technical University of Munich###
Abstract Co-Author: Claus Schwechheimer – Technical University of Munich
###

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-21-4) High-throughput phenotyping uncovers differential pollen tube growth patterns during heat stress in a diverse panel of tomato accessions
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Cedar Warman, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Arizona

Abstract Co-Author: Ravishankar Palanivelu – University of Arizona

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2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-21-5) Regulatory Networks Governing Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Maize and Sorghum
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Janeen Braynen, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Janeen Braynen, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Lifang Zhang, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Sunita Kumari, PhD – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Vivek Kumar – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Andrew Olson – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,

Abstract Co-Author: Michael Regulski – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Christophe Liseron-Monfils – National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada

Abstract Co-Author: Allison Gaudinier – Miller Institute University of California

Abstract Co-Author: Mary Frank – Corteva, Agriscience

Abstract Co-Author: Bo Shen – Corteva, Agriscience

Abstract Co-Author: Leon Kochian – University of Saskatchewan

Abstract Co-Author: Siohban Brady, PhD – Department of Plant Biology and Genome Center

Abstract Co-Author: Doreen Ware – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,/ USDA-ARS-NAA, Ithaca

Computational Biology & Bioinformatics

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Janeen Braynen, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory ### 1680044###Symposium Speaker###PostDoc###Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory###
Symposium Speaker: Janeen Braynen, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
### @@@ Janeen Braynen, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory ### 1680044###Abstract Co-Author###PostDoc###Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory###
Abstract Co-Author: Janeen Braynen, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
### @@@ Lifang Zhang, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory ### 399510###Abstract Co-Author###Research Associate###Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory###
Abstract Co-Author: Lifang Zhang, Ph.D – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
### @@@ Sunita Kumari, PhD – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory ### 101766###Abstract Co-Author###Senior Bioinformatics Scientist###Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory###
Abstract Co-Author: Sunita Kumari, PhD – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
### @@@ Vivek Kumar – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory ### 1053092###Abstract Co-Author###Senior Scientist###Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory###
Abstract Co-Author: Vivek Kumar – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
### @@@ Andrew Olson – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, ### 108358###Abstract Co-Author######Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,###
Abstract Co-Author: Andrew Olson – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,
### @@@ Michael Regulski – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory ### 1971072###Abstract Co-Author######Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory###
Abstract Co-Author: Michael Regulski – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
### @@@ Christophe Liseron-Monfils – National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada ### 1971105###Abstract Co-Author######National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada###
Abstract Co-Author: Christophe Liseron-Monfils – National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
### @@@ Allison Gaudinier – Miller Institute University of California ### 155216###Abstract Co-Author######Miller Institute University of California###
Abstract Co-Author: Allison Gaudinier – Miller Institute University of California
### @@@ Mary Frank – Corteva, Agriscience ### 1971073###Abstract Co-Author######Corteva, Agriscience###
Abstract Co-Author: Mary Frank – Corteva, Agriscience
### @@@ Bo Shen – Corteva, Agriscience ### 1971074###Abstract Co-Author######Corteva, Agriscience###
Abstract Co-Author: Bo Shen – Corteva, Agriscience
### @@@ Leon Kochian – University of Saskatchewan ### 284036###Abstract Co-Author###Canada Excellence Research Chair in Global Food Security and Associate Director of the Global Institute of Food Security###University of Saskatchewan###
Abstract Co-Author: Leon Kochian – University of Saskatchewan
### @@@ Siohban Brady, PhD – Department of Plant Biology and Genome Center ### 102137###Abstract Co-Author###Dr.###Department of Plant Biology and Genome Center###
Abstract Co-Author: Siohban Brady, PhD – Department of Plant Biology and Genome Center
### @@@ Doreen Ware – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,/ USDA-ARS-NAA, Ithaca ### 101688###Abstract Co-Author###Adj. Professor Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory###Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,/ USDA-ARS-NAA, Ithaca###
Abstract Co-Author: Doreen Ware – Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,/ USDA-ARS-NAA, Ithaca
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2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-21-6) ZmIRA1, a new mediator between Root System Architecture (RSA) and nitrogen metabolism identified by phenomics
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Michelle S. Cho – Washington University in St. Louis

Abstract Co-Author: Zhengbin Liu – Partek Inc

Abstract Co-Author: Bing Yang – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Shayla Gunn – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Keith Duncan – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Clara Lebow – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Mitchell Sellers – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Stephen Moose – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Abstract Co-Author: Christopher N. Topp, PhD – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

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1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-22-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Chair: Seung Y. Rhee (she/her/hers) – Michigan State University

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1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-22-1) Understanding Mechanisms of Thermoadaptation of Desert Extremophiles
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Seung Y. Rhee (she/her/hers) – Michigan State University

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1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-22-2) Plant growth stimulation by elevated CO2 depends on phosphorus homeostasis in chloroplasts
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Hatem Rouached, PhD (he/him/his) – Michigan State University

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1:43 PM – 1:45 PM EDT

(CS-22-3) Stomatal CO2 sensor in stomata consists of two interacting protein kinases, Raf-like HT1 and MAP kinase MPK12 followed by CBC1 Kinase - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Karnelia Paul, Ph.D (she/her/hers) – University of California San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Yohei Takahashi – Nagoya University, Japan

Abstract Co-Author: Krystal C. Bosmans – University of California, San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Po-Kai Hsu – University of California, San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Christian Seitz – University of California San Diego

Abstract Co-Author: Hannes Kollist, PhD – University of Tartu, Estonia

Abstract Co-Author: Julian i. Schroeder, PhD – University of California, San Diego

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-22-4) Rapid evolution across climates in globally-distributed experiments of an annual herb
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Moi Exposito-Alonso, PhD (he/him/his) – Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Carnegie Institution for Science, Stanford University

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2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-22-5) Climate impact on plant-pathogen interactions
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Hannah M. McMillan, PhD (she/her/hers) – Duke University

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2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-22-6) Bridging the lab-field gap in microbiome research
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Rebecca Bart, PhD – DDPSC

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1:00 PM – 1:03 PM EDT

(CS-24-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair: Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University

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1:03 PM – 1:23 PM EDT

(CS-24-1) De novo discovery of known and new regulators of lipid metabolism: A novel approach to learn regulatory networks from extremely large gene expression datasets.
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University

Abstract Co-Author: Ying Li, PhD – Purdue University

Abstract Co-Author: Rajeev Ranjan – Purdue University

Abstract Co-Author: Sonali Srijan – Purdue University

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1:23 PM – 1:43 PM EDT

(CS-24-2) small RNAs from transposons affect gene expression in hybrids
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Sara Lopez-Gomollon, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Cambridge

Abstract Co-Author: Sebastian y. Mueller – University of Cambridge

Abstract Co-Author: David C. Baulcombe, PhD – University of Cambridge,

Symposium Chair: Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University

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1:45 PM – 2:05 PM EDT

(CS-24-4) Single-cell genomics of Populus lignified stems reveals distinct cell population and developmental tracing of cambial derivatives
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Henry W. Schmidt, MSc (he/him/his) – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Kelly Balmant, Dr. – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Christopher Dervinis – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Matias Kirst, Dr. – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Daniel Conde – Centro de Biotecnologıa y Genomica de Plantas, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid – Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnologıa Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA-CSIC), Madrid 28223, Spain

Abstract Co-Author: Wendell J. Pereira, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Paolo Triozzi – University of Florida

Symposium Chair: Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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Henry W. Schmidt, MSc (he/him/his) – University of Florida ### 1970903###Symposium Speaker###Graduate student###University of Florida###
Symposium Speaker: Henry W. Schmidt, MSc (he/him/his) – University of Florida
### he/him/his @@@ Kelly Balmant, Dr. – University of Florida ### 1971035###Abstract Co-Author######University of Florida###
Abstract Co-Author: Kelly Balmant, Dr. – University of Florida
### @@@ Christopher Dervinis – University of Florida ### 1971036###Abstract Co-Author######University of Florida###
Abstract Co-Author: Christopher Dervinis – University of Florida
### @@@ Matias Kirst, Dr. – University of Florida ### 1971037###Abstract Co-Author######University of Florida###
Abstract Co-Author: Matias Kirst, Dr. – University of Florida
### @@@ Daniel Conde – Centro de Biotecnologıa y Genomica de Plantas, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid – Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnologıa Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA-CSIC), Madrid 28223, Spain ### 1971032###Abstract Co-Author######Centro de Biotecnologıa y Genomica de Plantas, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid – Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnologıa Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA-CSIC), Madrid 28223, Spain###
Abstract Co-Author: Daniel Conde – Centro de Biotecnologıa y Genomica de Plantas, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid – Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnologıa Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA-CSIC), Madrid 28223, Spain
### @@@ Wendell J. Pereira, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Florida ### 1971102###Abstract Co-Author###Post-Doctoral Associate###University of Florida###
Abstract Co-Author: Wendell J. Pereira, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Florida
### he/him/his @@@ Paolo Triozzi – University of Florida ### 1971033###Abstract Co-Author######University of Florida###
Abstract Co-Author: Paolo Triozzi – University of Florida
### @@@ Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University ### 1326063###Symposium Chair###Assistant Professor###Purdue University###
Symposium Chair: Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University
### he/him/his

2:05 PM – 2:25 PM EDT

(CS-24-5) MiRNAs in Extremophytes Involved in Re-organizing the Salt Stress-responsive Transcriptomes
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Richard S. Garcia (he/him/his) – Louisiana State University

Abstract Co-Author: Maheshi Dassanayake – Louisiana State University

Abstract Co-Author: Kieu-Nga Tran – Louisiana State University

Abstract Co-Author: Chathura Wijeshinghege – Louisiana State University

Symposium Chair: Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University

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2:25 PM – 2:45 PM EDT

(CS-24-6) An integrated transcriptomic insight into shade and high temperature signaling and gene regulatory networks at tissue resolution across evolutionarily different plant species (pre-recorded)
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Aditi Dwivedi, PhD (she/her/hers) – National Institute of Plant Genome Research

Abstract Co-Author: Aashish Ranjan – National Institute of Plant Genome Research

Abstract Co-Author: Kumud Saini – National Institute of Plant Genome Research

Abstract Co-Author: Vasundara D. Sundaravadivelu – National Institute of Plant Genome Research

Symposium Chair: Kranthi Varala, Ph.D (he/him/his) – Purdue University

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2:45 PM – 3:15 PM EDT

Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Location: Exhibit Hall A

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-28-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Chair: Sanhita Chakraborty, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Wisconsin-Madison

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-28-1) Tripartite interactions between associative diazotrophs and mycorrhizal crop plants
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Devanshi Khokhani, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-28-2) Single-cell lineage dynamics of nodule development in Medicago truncatula
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Wendell J. Pereira, PhD (he/him/his) – University of Florida

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-28-3) Synergy and complexity in the Autoregulation of Nodulation MtTML1 and MtTML2 and DAR hypernodulation mutants add new insights to regulation of nodulation - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Julia A. Frugoli, PhD (she/her/hers) – Clemson University

Abstract Co-Author: Diptee Chaulagain, PhD – Clemson University

Abstract Co-Author: Elise L. Schnabel, BS – Clemson University

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Beneficial

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-28-4) Deciphering the hyperinduction of host genes during rhizobium-legume symbiosis under salt stress
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Sanhita Chakraborty, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Wisconsin-Madison

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-28-5) From genes to genera: Assessing genetic determinants of rhizobia fitness in legume nodules across genetic scales
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Liana Burghardt, PhD (she/her/hers) – Pennsylvania State University

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-28-6) Discovering traits that support functional and effective nitrogen-fixing symbioses with synthetic genomics
Location: Meeting Room 201-202

Symposium Speaker: Barney Geddes, PhD – North Dakota State University

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3:15 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-29-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair: Leonor C. Boavida, Purdue University (she/her/hers) – Purdue University

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-29-1) Conserved and lineage-specific proteins driving gamete membrane fusion in the green alga Chlamydomonas
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Jennifer F. Pinello, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Maryland College Park

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-29-2) The dual roles of a fern EXCESS MICROSPOROCYTES1: suppression of sporangium formation during sporophyte development and promotion of antheridium in the gametophyte
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Kelley A. Withers (she/her/hers) – University of Iowa

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-29-3) Progress Towards Self-Reproducing Hybrid Wheat - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Maren L. Arling, MS – Corteva Agriscience

Abstract Co-Author: Marissa Simon – Corteva Agriscience

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-29-4) Tetraspanins-enriched domains as membrane signaling hubs for fertilization factors
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Chair;Speaker: Leonor C. Boavida, Purdue University (she/her/hers) – Purdue University

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-29-5) How do flowering plants transport the sperm nucleus to female gamete nucleus for karyogamy?
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Tomo Kawashima, PhD – University of Kentucky

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-29-6) Seed formation: Is triggering embryo development sufficient?
Location: Meeting Room 203-205

Symposium Speaker: Joann Connor, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Georgia

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-30-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Chair: Georg Jander, n/a – Boyce Thompson Institute

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-30-1) Medicinal Genomics: Exploring natural products in blueberry for human health benefits
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Courtney Leisner, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – Auburn University

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-30-2) Plant Magic - Unraveling the Unique Biochemistry in Secretory Structures and Specialized Cell Types
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Mark Lange, PhD (he/him/his) – Washington State University

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-30-3) Exploiting natural variation in starch granule size and composition in Aegilops tauschii to improve wheat starch - Lightning Talk
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Rose E. McNelly (she/her/hers) – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: Jesús Quiroz Chávez – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: Ruth Franklin – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: David Gilbert – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: Amy Briffa – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: Sanu Arora – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: Alexander Watson-Lazowski – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: Cristobal Uauy – John Innes Centre

Abstract Co-Author: David Seung – John Innes Centre

Biochemistry and Metabolism

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-30-4) The evolutionary origin of acutumine biosynthesis in Menispermaceae plants
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Jing-Ke Weng, PhD – Institute for Plant-Human Interface, Northeastern University

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-30-5) It happened again: convergent evolution of acylglucoses in black nightshade and wild tomato
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Yann-Ru Lou, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of California, Davis

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-30-6) Improving tomato flavor using biochemistry, genomics and breeding
Location: Oglethorpe Auditorium

Symposium Speaker: Denise M. Tieman, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Modesta N. Abugu – North Carolina State University

Abstract Co-Author: Harry J. klee, Ph.D – University of Florida

Abstract Co-Author: Esther van der Knaap – University of Georgia

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-26-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Chair: Jeffrey Bennetzen – University of Georgia

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-26-1) Orphan Crop Genetics and Genomics
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Jeff Bennetzen, n/a (he/him/his) – University of Georgia

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-26-2) Exploiting sorghum resilience using advanced breeding tools
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Damaris A. Odeny, PhD – ICRISAT

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-26-3) Improving morphogenic growth responses of pennycress to the dual threats of shade and elevated temperature - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Vanessica Jawahir, PhD (she/her/hers) – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abstract Co-Author: Dmitri A. Nusinow – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Abiotic: Light & Temperature

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-26-4) Genomic research in finger millet: The good, the bad and the exciting
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Katrien M. Devos, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Georgia

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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-26-5) Exploring genetic diversity in yaupon holly, a North American native beverage plant
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Ben Long (he/they) – University of Georgia

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-26-6) Transcriptome changes under Fe deficiently reveals combined Fe acquisition strategies in the orphan crop tef (Eragrostis tef)
Location: Meeting Room 102-103

Symposium Speaker: Ayalew Ligaba-Osena, PH.D. – UNC Greensboro

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3:15 PM – 3:18 PM EDT

(CS-27-0) Overview by Chair
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Chair: Alison W. Roberts, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Rhode Island

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3:18 PM – 3:38 PM EDT

(CS-27-1) Functional analysis of Cellulose Synthase-like D (CSLD) in moss lines lacking Cellulose Synthase (CESA)
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Alison W. Roberts, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Rhode Island

Abstract Co-Author: Eric Roberts – Rhode Island College

Abstract Co-Author: Shu-Zon Wu – Dartmouth College

Abstract Co-Author: Arielle M. Chaves, n/a – University of Rhode Island

Abstract Co-Author: Kai Yuan – University of Rhode Island

Abstract Co-Author: Magdalena Bezanilla – Dartmouth College

Cell Biology: Cell Walls

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3:38 PM – 3:58 PM EDT

(CS-27-2) Multiscale structural characterization of epidermal cell walls during mechanical stretch
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Jingyi Yu (she/her/hers) – Pennsylvania State University

Abstract Co-Author: Joshua T. Del Mundo, MS – Pennsylvania State University

Abstract Co-Author: Esther Gomez – Pennsylvania State University

Abstract Co-Author: Enrique Gomez – Pennsylvania State University

Abstract Co-Author: Daniel Cosgrove – Pennsylvania State University

Cell Biology: Cell Walls

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3:58 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

(CS-27-3) Elucidating the role of lignification during silique development in Arabidopsis thaliana - Lightning Talk
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Justin Nichol (he/him/his) – University of Calgary

Abstract Co-Author: Logan Skori, PhD – University of Calgary

Abstract Co-Author: Marcus A. Samuel, PhD – University of Calgary

Cell Biology: Cell Walls

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4:00 PM – 4:20 PM EDT

(CS-27-4) Targeted enzymatic degradation of the pectic glycan Rhamnogalacturonan I (RG-I) to enhance solubilization of poplar biomass during consolidated bioprocessing
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Pradeepa S. Jayawardhane (she/her/hers) – University of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: NEAL HENGGE – National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: QI XU – National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: MARKUS ALAHUHTA – National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: NADIA GANJOLOO – National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: ROBERT AMOS, Dr – University of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: Melani Atmodjo, Dr, Ph.D. – Complex Carbohydrate Research Ctr, Univ. of Georgia

Abstract Co-Author: YANNICK BOMBLE, Dr – National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Abstract Co-Author: Debra Mohnen, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Georgia

Cell Biology: Cell Walls

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Symposium Speaker: Pradeepa S. Jayawardhane (she/her/hers) – University of Georgia
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Abstract Co-Author: NEAL HENGGE – National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Abstract Co-Author: QI XU – National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Abstract Co-Author: MARKUS ALAHUHTA – National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Abstract Co-Author: NADIA GANJOLOO – National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Abstract Co-Author: ROBERT AMOS, Dr – University of Georgia
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Abstract Co-Author: Melani Atmodjo, Dr, Ph.D. – Complex Carbohydrate Research Ctr, Univ. of Georgia
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Abstract Co-Author: YANNICK BOMBLE, Dr – National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Abstract Co-Author: Debra Mohnen, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Georgia
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4:20 PM – 4:40 PM EDT

(CS-27-5) A signaling circuitry maintains cell integrity during hormone induced cell expansion.
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Ajeet Chaudhary, PhD (he/him/his) – Department of Plant Biology, Carnegie Institution for Science, Stanford

Abstract Co-Author: Zhiyong Wang, Ph.D – Department of Plant biology, Carnegie institute for Science, Stanford

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4:40 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

(CS-27-6) Shoring up the base: the development and regulation of cortex sclerenchyma in the basal region of B. distachyon nodal roots
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

Symposium Speaker: Ian W. McCahill, PhD (in progress) (he/him/his) – UMass Amherst

Abstract Co-Author: Eleah L. Flockhart – UMass Amherst

Abstract Co-Author: Samuel P. Hazen – UMass Amherst

Abstract Co-Author: Cassandra F. Probert – UMass Amherst

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5:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT

ASPB Town Hall
Location: Meeting Room 105-106

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6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT

Annual Party
Location: Georgia International Gallery

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8:00 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

Registration Open
Location: River Concourse

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9:00 AM – 9:03 AM EDT

(PL-3-0) Thriving in Deep Space: Plant Biology for the Moon, Mars, and Beyond - Plenary Overview
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Chair: Elison B. Blancaflor, PhD (he/him/his) – NASA John F. Kennedy Space Center

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9:03 AM – 9:30 AM EDT

(PL-3-1) Fern facilitation following biotic upheaval, possibilities for terraforming
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Lauren Azevedo-Schmidt, PhD – Climate Change Institute, University of Maine

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9:30 AM – 10:00 AM EDT

(PL-3-2) Sustainable food production in space: elucidating the impact of spaceflight on plant-microbe interactions
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Anjali Iyer-Pascuzzi, PhD (she/her/hers) – Purdue University

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10:00 AM – 10:25 AM EDT

(PL-3-3) Coffee Break
Location: Chatham ABC

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10:25 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

(PL-3-4) Three Minute Thesis Presentation
Location: Chatham ABC

Presenter: Paul Kasemsap (he/him/his) – University of California, Davis

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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM EDT

(PL-3-5) Soil microbial dynamics in space
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Janet K. Jansson, PhD (she/her/hers) – Biological Sciences Division, EARTH AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DIRECTORATEPacific Northwest National Laboratory

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11:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

(PL-3-6) Artificial photosynthesis for the production of food during space flight
Location: Chatham ABC

Plenary Speaker: Robert E. Jinkerson, PhD – University of California, Riverside

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11:30 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Award Talk - Mary Clutter Leadership in Public Service Award
Location: Chatham ABC

Award Winner: Diane Jofuku Okamuro, PhD – National Science Foundation / Biological Sciences Directorate

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12:00 PM – 12:30 PM EDT

Award Talk- Hales Award: Signal transduction in systemic acquired resistance
Location: Chatham ABC

Award Winner: Xinnian Dong, PhD – Duke University

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60 minutes

(800-169) Pleiotropy and adaptation in the silverleaf sunflower, Helianthus argophyllus
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Uzezi E. Okinedo, M.Sc., University of Lagos, Cell and Molecular Biology (2019); B.Sc., University of Lagos, Cell Biology and Genetics (2015) – University of Massachusetts Boston

Abstract Co-Author: Brook T. Moyers, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Massachusetts Boston

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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60 minutes

(300-04) 12-oxophytodieonic Acid primes induced systemic resistance in cottons
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Sang-Wook Park, n/a – Auburn University

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Beneficial

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60 minutes

(1100-01) A comparison of stomatal conductanceresponses to blue and red light between C3and C4 photosynthetic species in threephylogenetically-controlled experiments
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Emmanuel Bernardo

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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60 minutes

(400-20) A comprehensive toolkit to perform Expansion Microscopy in plant protoplast systems
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Kevin L. Cox, Jr., n/a – Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Cell Biology: General

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60 minutes

(600-01) A developmental and transcriptional exploration of staminode evolution in Loasaceae
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Andrea D. Appleton (she/her/hers) – Harvard University

Development: Reproduction

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60 minutes

(400-21) A G protein - AtRGS1 - Sucrose Synthase Sugar Sensor Complex Mediates UDP-Glucose Balance of Plant Growth with Defense
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Alan M. jones, n/a – University of North Carolina

Cell Biology: General

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60 minutes

(200-38) A genetic approach demonstrates that flavonols protect pollen from heat-increased reactive oxygen species that impair tomato pollen performance
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Gloria K. Muday, PhD – Wake Forest University

Biochemistry: Specialized Metabolites

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60 minutes

(1100-02) A Genetic Test for Serpentine-Specific Natural Selection in the Lyre-Leaf Rockcress, Arabidopsis lyrata, an Important Element of the State Line Serpentine Barrens of Eastern North America.
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Maja M. Klosinska, PhD (she/her/hers) – Millersville University

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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60 minutes

(1100-03) A genotype by environment interaction for fitness is mediated by a polymorphism in CBF2
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Christopher G Oakley, PhD (he/him/his) – Purdue University

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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60 minutes

(1000-01) A G-Protein Coupled TCP14-JAZ3 Circuit Mediates Defense Responses by Repressing JA Signaling
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Alan M. jones, n/a – University of North Carolina

Signal Transduction & Hormone Biology

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60 minutes

(800-140) A high-throughput skim-sequencing approach for genotyping, dosage estimation and identifying translocations
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Laxman Adhikari, PhD – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

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60 minutes

(1100-04) A hydroponic approach to assess the morpho-physiological responses of cotton cultivars under varying vapor pressure deficit (VPD) conditions
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Kripa Dhakal, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Memphis

Abstract Co-Author: Avat Shekoofa – Plant Sciences Dept. of The University of Tennessee Knoxville

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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60 minutes

(600-30) A key nuclear factor essential for cytochrome b6f complex assembly and chloroplast development in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Junxian He, Doctoral – The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Development: Vegetative

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60 minutes

(500-01) A mathematical description for the onset of systemic acquired resistance in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Philip Berg, Ph.D – Institute for Genomics, Biocomputing & Biotechnology

Computational Biology & Bioinformatics

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60 minutes

(300-77) A newly isolated Purpureocillium species endophytically colonizes wheat and protects it from major fungal diseases.
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: ROY KIMOTHO, MSC Genetics – CARR

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Pathogenesis

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60 minutes

(800-01) A Novel gamma-glutamyl Cycle for Increasing Oxidative Stress Tolerance via GSH Homeostasis in Plants
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Om Parkash Dhankher, PhD – University of Massachusetts

Genes & Genomes: Biotechnology, Molecular Breeding

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60 minutes

(800-103) A Phylogenomic Approach to Identifying Putative Parents of the Octoploid Cultivated Dahlia
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Zachary Meharg, BA – HundsonAlpha Institue for Biotechnology

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

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60 minutes

(1000-02) A PLIP3 Suppressor Mutant Screen for Understanding Lipid-derived Signaling Pathways in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Jinjie Liu, PhD – Michigan State University

Signal Transduction & Hormone Biology

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60 minutes

(1000-03) A reduction signaling by a glutathione relays a 12-oxophytodienoic acid signal in coordinating growth and defense responses under environmental stresses in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Ashna Adhikari – Auburn Uiniversity

Signal Transduction & Hormone Biology

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60 minutes

(800-45) A Role of GATA Transcription Factor in the Regulation of Secondary Cell Wall Biosynthesis in Populus
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Jay Chen, PhD (he/him/his) – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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60 minutes

(300-06) A semi-automated platform for studying plant-microbe interactions
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Sannidhi Menon (she/her/hers) – Lawrence Berkeley National Lab

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Beneficial

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60 minutes

(400-22) A Systems Biology Approach to Reveal Cell-Type Specific Molecular Responses to Combined Abiotic Stresses in Poplar
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Vimal Kumar Balasubramanian, PhD – Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Cell Biology: General

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60 minutes

(900-01) A tool to non-destructively measure root torsional stiffness for understanding root lodging-resistance
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Ashley N. Hostetler, PhD (she/her/hers) – University of Delaware

Phenomics

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60 minutes

(100-75) Above ground, below ground and biochemical characteristics of soybeans seedlings (Glycine max L.) in response to drought stress.
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Idowu Arinola Obisesan, Ph.D. – Bowen University Iwo

Abiotic: Water

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60 minutes

(1000-04) ACC regulates lateral root formation through CLEs independent of ethylene in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Ria Khare, n/a – UNC Chapel Hill

Signal Transduction & Hormone Biology

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60 minutes

(1100-05) Advanced Photon Source x-ray capabilities for plant research
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Karolina Michalska, n/a – Argonne National Laboratory

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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60 minutes

(1100-06) Advancements in Gas Exchange Measurements: Introducing Dynamic Assimilation Technique for Non-Steady-State Assessments
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Lingling Yuan, PhD (she/her/hers) – LI-COR

Abstract Co-Author: Jason Hupp

Abstract Co-Author: Douglas Lynch

Whole-Plant: Environmental and Ecophysiological

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60 minutes

(600-31) AINTEGUMENTA and redundant AINTEGUMENTA-LIKE-6 are required for bract outgrowth in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Darren P. Manuela, n/a – University of South Carolina

Development: Vegetative

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60 minutes

(500-02) Altered microRNA Expression in cax1 and cax1/cax3 Potentially Plays a Role in CAX Mediated Anoxia Tolerance.
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Vignesh Nalliah – BCM CNRC

Computational Biology & Bioinformatics

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60 minutes

(800-102) An Epigenetic Regulator Mediates Lignin-Modification-Induced Dwarfism in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Victoria Yell, n/a (she/her/hers) – North Carolina State University

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

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60 minutes

(300-51) An ESCRT-interacting deubiquitinase (AMSH1) is involved in the hypersensitive response (HR) and nonhost resistance (NHR) against powdery mildew fungi in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: William K. Sexton, Bachelor's of Science – University of Maryland College Park

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Immunity

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60 minutes

(800-46) An in vivo GA- and ABA-responsive dual-luciferase reporter system for simultaneous detection of GA and ABA responses, hormone crosstalk, and heat-stress response in rice
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Chwan-Yang Hong, PhD – National Taiwan University

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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60 minutes

(800-02) An in-depth characterization of phosphite-metabolizing soybean (Glycine max) plants and their interaction with weeds using high-throughput RGB and hyperspectral imaging
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Francisco G. perez-Zavala, Ph. D. – Texas Tech University

Genes & Genomes: Biotechnology, Molecular Breeding

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60 minutes

(600-02) An inducible in vitro system to reprogram somatic cells into a gamete fate
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Keila AK Jellings (she/her/hers) – Purdue University

Development: Reproduction

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60 minutes

(400-41) An orphan gene in Populus enhance yield attribute in plants
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Biruk A. Feyissa, PhD (he/him/his) – Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Cell Biology: Plastids and Organelles

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60 minutes

(800-47) An SC splicing factor modulates abiotic stress responses by maintaining the RNA splicing in rice
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Abdulrahman Alhabsi (he/him/his) – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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60 minutes

(200-28) Anabaena cylindrica as a biofertilizer in Martian Settlements
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Haley Murphy, Astrobiology, Bachelor's of Science – Florida Institute of Technology

Biochemistry: Photosynthesis and BioEnergy

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60 minutes

(100-02) Analysis of Arabidopsis thaliana PHYB Mutants Identified in a Genetic Enhancer Screen
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Karisa Denig – University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Abiotic: Light & Temperature

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60 minutes

(800-48) Analysis of b1TR-binding Proteins in Maize
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Kathryn M. Koirtyohann (she/her/hers) – Florida State University

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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60 minutes

(800-147) Analysis of Cas9-targeted mPing insertion in yeast
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Megan Collins, n/a – University of South Carolina Aiken

Genes & Genomes: Genome Editing

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60 minutes

(600-03) Analysis of Floral RNA Binding 1 (FRB1) as a novel regulator of flower development and splicing of micro exons conserved in floral ABC genes
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: JUN WANG, PhD – Pennsylvania State University

Development: Reproduction

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60 minutes

(800-104) Analysis of MKK4;MKK5 Arabidopsis Double Mutant Alleles
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Jonah A. Zabik – University of Georgia

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

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60 minutes

(800-49) Analysis of Protein Interaction between HY5 and bZIP17 in stress response
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Hyebi Lee, n/a – Gyeongsang National University

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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60 minutes

(600-04) Analysis of reproductive development in Arabidopsis organ boundary mutants
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Anita Shrestha (she/her/hers) – The University of Mississippi

Development: Reproduction

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60 minutes

(800-03) Analysis of shoot gravitropic responses of Arabidopsis thaliana transgenic lines with altered SCR expression
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Archana Sharma, PhD (she/her/hers) – Tuskegee University

Genes & Genomes: Biotechnology, Molecular Breeding

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60 minutes

(300-52) Analysis of Systemic Acquired Resistance by Monitoring Redox-Mediated Transcriptional Dynamics in Arabidopsis
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Rezwana Rahman Setu – Mississippi State University

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Immunity

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60 minutes

(800-50) Analysis of the lignin brace in the sepal abscission zones of Arabidopsis organ boundary mutants
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Sabnam Ojha – The university of Mississippi

Genes & Genomes: Gene Regulation and Transcriptional Networks

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60 minutes

(600-05) Analysis of Tomato hap2 Mutants Reveals a New Fertilization Recovery Mechanism
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Octavia Rowe, n/a – Brown University

Development: Reproduction

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60 minutes

(300-78) Analyzing transport activity in Arabidopsis NPF6.4
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Chun-Hao Hsu, MA – National Taiwan University

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Pathogenesis

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60 minutes

(400-23) Antibody Production Against the EPSIN1 ENTH Domain from Arabidopsis thaliana
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Kristen D. Barwick, n/a – University of Missouri-Columbia

Cell Biology: General

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60 minutes

(400-24) Antioxidant Effects of Curcumin, Ursolic Acid, and Crocetin on Breast Cancer Cells
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Azam Noori, PhD (she/her/hers) – Merrimack College

Cell Biology: General

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60 minutes

(200-01) Anti-oxidation and anti-diabetic properties of green and yellow papaya (Carica papaya): Stimulation of glucose uptake in liver and myoblasts and wound healing in fibroblast.
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Haiwen Li – Virginia State University

Biochemistry and Metabolism

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60 minutes

(800-105) Application and development of molecular marker systems for the analysis of polyploid Prunus species
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Júlia Halász, PhD, DSc (she/her/hers) – Hungarian University of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Godollo

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

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60 minutes

(900-02) Application of phenomics to differentiate response of sugarcane genotypes to depleting soil moisture and bio stimulants
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Vinay Mahadev Hegde, M.Sc Agri (Plant Physiology) – Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra and ICAR National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management

Phenomics

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60 minutes

(300-53) Arabidopsis DDX3-like RNA helicases modulate the homeostasis and function of Argonaute proteins
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Chien Yu Huang (she/her/hers) – Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology at LSU

Biotic Interactions: Plant-Microbe Immunity

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60 minutes

(400-02) Arabidopsis GAUT1 synthesizes a specific homogalacturonan required for normal cell expansion
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Melani Atmodjo, Dr, Ph.D. – Complex Carbohydrate Research Ctr, Univ. of Georgia

Cell Biology: Cell Walls

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60 minutes

(200-02) Arabidopsis thaliana bypass1 mutants overproduce a root-derived signaling molecule that arrests shoot development
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Jacob Olson – Purdue University

Biochemistry and Metabolism

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60 minutes

(800-106) ARP6 and HSFA2 are required for temperature-induced modulation of meiotic recombination in Arabidopsis thaliana
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Prateek Jain, PhD (he/him/his) – The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

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60 minutes

(800-107) Assembly and Population History of Wild Sorghum bicolor
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: William G. Voelker – University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Genes & Genomes: Genetics

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60 minutes

(100-03) Assessment of Budburst Rate and Frost Tolerance in Wild Grapevine, Vitis labrusca, for Mitigating Spring Frost Injury
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Gurkirat Singh, Masters (he/him/his) – The Ohio State University

Abiotic: Light & Temperature

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60 minutes

(500-03) ATR-FTIR Spectroscopy-Linked Chemometrics: A Novel Approach to the Analysis and Control of the Invasive Species Japanese Knotweed
Location: Exhibit Hall

Poster Presenter: Claire A. Holden, PhD – Lancaster University

Computational Biology & Bioinformatics