What's New in Rhododendron Research?
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A new look and a new approach to our
Network Newsletter!
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Our network is growing, and we have so much news to share!
Starting now, we'll publish this newsletter four times per year.
We'll still include all of your favorite features like Publication
Highlights, Conferences & Networking, and Funding
Opportunities, but now you'll see these items sooner, giving you a head
start on the latest Rhododendron research developments and
opportunities.
And, don't forget to sign up on our network participant list for special
"Members Only" opportunities coming up in 2022.
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Gene Duplication and Differential Expression of Flower Symmetry Genes in
Rhododendron (Ericaceae).
Ramage et al. 2021
"Our evidence supports CYC orthologs as the primary regulators of differential
organ growth in Rhododendron flowers, while also suggesting certain
deviations from the typical asterid gene regulatory network for flower
symmetry."
View Article Online >>
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High-quality evergreen azalea genome reveals tandem duplication-facilitated
low-altitude adaptability and floral scent evolution. Wang et al. 2021
"The R. ovatum genome provides insights into low-altitude adaptation
and gain or loss of floral fragrance for Rhododendron species, which
are valuable for alpine plant domestication and floral scent breeding."
View Article Online >>
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Call for Proposals
The Research Foundation of The American Rhododendron Society invites proposals
for both basic and applied studies, with particular interest in projects that
comport value for Rhododendron growers, including but not limited to:
genetics, physiology, ecology, conservation, breeding, propagation, and
systematics.
Open to all nationalities, both students and established researchers are invited
to apply.
Application deadline January 15, 2022.
View Application Online >>
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The Harold Greer Memorial Student Conference Award
This NEW Student award named in honor of noted Rhododendron plantsman
Harold Greer (pictured here) funds students in horticulture and plant sciences
to attend and present a poster at the American Rhododendron Society National
Convention in Portland OR.
Application deadline January 15, 2022.
View Application Online >>
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Apply to become an Affiliate of the Global Conservation Consortium for
Rhododendron
The Global Conservation Consortia (GCC) is a collective effort which aims to
mobilize a coordinated network of institutions and experts to collaboratively
develop and implement comprehensive conservation strategies for priority
threatened plant groups.
Consortium Affiliates may or may not be associated with a botanical
organization. They will receive communications about consortium activities, and
may support, collaborate, or advise on any Consortium activities. Additional
roles such as Species Stewards and Steering Committee Members for GCCR will then
be invited.
View Affiliate Application >>
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Virtual Connections Series
NOW Available on YouTube
The R-RN August Virtual Connections Series featured talks from an international
group of speakers covering all aspects of Rhododendron, from
horticulture to conservation to ecology, and medicinal chemistry. These talks
are now available for viewing on our YouTube Channel, featuring:
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Rhododendron pests and diseases in a
changing climate
Dr. Jean H. Burns – Associate Professor, Case Western Reserve University
A systematic approach to phytochemically evaluate the
antimicrobial activities of a large subset of Rhododendron species
Prof. Dr. Matthias S. Ullrich, Jacobs University Bremen
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Virtual ARS Fall Conference
October 23-24, 2021
FREE TO ATTEND! Talks covering horticulture, conservation and exploration of
Rhododendron:
- Sichuan:
A Plantsman’s Paradise
- Your
Living Soil
- From
Rhododendrons to Rock Gardening
- A Walk in
the Woods
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Conservation of Heritage Rhododendrons
- Landscape
Mulches – The Good, The Bad, and The Just Plain Ugly
- Growing
Rhododendrons in Québec’s Harsh Winters
- Fragrant
Rhododendrons
View Webinar Registration Page >>
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Ask Me ANYTHING About Rhododendrons
A FACEBOOK LIVE EVENT
Members of the public are invited to STUMP the EXPERTS
November 24th 2-3pm Eastern Standard Time
We’ll host a panel of experts in Rhododendron horticulture, ecology,
and physiology to answer questions submitted by the public. Tune in to see how
these experts handle tough questions and learn about new dimensions of
Rhododendron that you may not have previously considered!
View Event Page >>
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