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The always informational and on the cutting edge for the removal of such a devastating plant here in the United States, these programs are always worth listening to.
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Newsletter #156 – November 9, 2013
Upcoming
Phragmites Webinars by the Great Lakes Phragmites
Collaborative
Emerging
Research Webinar Series
Webinar 1: Gene Silencing
Webinar 1: Gene Silencing
November
22, 1-2pm Eastern
Space
is limited! Register now to reserve your
spot!
Background:
The Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Emerging Research Webinar Series -
Innovative Control: The Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative will host a
series of webinars featuring emerging research on new efforts to control
Phragmites and the resulting implications for management. This series
will include work being conducted by leading Great Lakes researchers and their
collaborators. We appreciate your input into the development of this series and
invite you to share your experiences. Contact us via email, twitter, or facebook.
1.
November
22, 2013 1-2pm Eastern Gene
Silencing
Dr. Edward Golenberg, Professor, Biological Sciences Wayne State University
Scientists have known for some time that protein production can be disrupted by preventing the protein-coding instructions of messenger RNA (mRNA) from reaching the ribosomes, the sites of protein synthesis. If a gene cannot send its code in the form of mRNA, the protein cannot be made. As a result, the trait that is mediated by the particular protein then is not realized. One process of interfering with the translation of mRNA into protein is known as “gene silencing.” Gene silencing is a promising strategy to control of Phragmites or other invasive plant species. Dr. Edward Golenberg, professor of biological sciences from Wayne State University will present his work on this innovative control strategy in the first installment of the Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Emerging Research Webinar series. ★ Click here to register
Dr. Edward Golenberg, Professor, Biological Sciences Wayne State University
Scientists have known for some time that protein production can be disrupted by preventing the protein-coding instructions of messenger RNA (mRNA) from reaching the ribosomes, the sites of protein synthesis. If a gene cannot send its code in the form of mRNA, the protein cannot be made. As a result, the trait that is mediated by the particular protein then is not realized. One process of interfering with the translation of mRNA into protein is known as “gene silencing.” Gene silencing is a promising strategy to control of Phragmites or other invasive plant species. Dr. Edward Golenberg, professor of biological sciences from Wayne State University will present his work on this innovative control strategy in the first installment of the Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative Emerging Research Webinar series. ★ Click here to register
Upcoming
Webinars:
2.
December
13, 2013 1-2pm ESTBiocontrol
Bernd Blossey, Associate Professor, Natural Resources Cornell University
Non-native plant species are often successful in new environments due to a lack of natural predators. Occasionally scientists are able to identify an invasive species natural predator and intentionally release them in the hope of curbing the invasive species population. Introducing a non-native species is a complicated issue and requires rigorous testing and evaluation before such a release is approved. Join us for the next Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative emerging research webinar featuring Dr. Bernd Blossey from Cornell University. He will review how insects can play a role in controlling Phragmites and update us on the status of a biocontrol agent for this species.
Bernd Blossey, Associate Professor, Natural Resources Cornell University
Non-native plant species are often successful in new environments due to a lack of natural predators. Occasionally scientists are able to identify an invasive species natural predator and intentionally release them in the hope of curbing the invasive species population. Introducing a non-native species is a complicated issue and requires rigorous testing and evaluation before such a release is approved. Join us for the next Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative emerging research webinar featuring Dr. Bernd Blossey from Cornell University. He will review how insects can play a role in controlling Phragmites and update us on the status of a biocontrol agent for this species.
3.
January
23, 2014 2pm-3pm EST Microbial
Symbiosis
Kurt Kowalski, Research Ecologist, U.S. Geological Survey
Wes Bickford, Wetland Research Analyst, U.S. Geological Survey
Microbes and plants have a long history of working together. Many microbial species form relationships with plants in which both the microbe and plant receive benefits from each other (i.e. a symbiotic relationship). A group of microbes known as fungal endophytes live inside the tissue of Phragmites and possibly allow it to thrive in a variety of conditions and tolerate environmental stresses that harm native plants. These microbes could be giving Phragmites a competitive advantage over native plants and promoting its establishment in the Great Lakes. Join us for the third Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative emerging research webinar featuring Kurt Kowalski and Wes Bickford from the U.S. Geological Survey. They will discuss their work on microbial symbiosis and its possible implications for Phragmites management.
Kurt Kowalski, Research Ecologist, U.S. Geological Survey
Wes Bickford, Wetland Research Analyst, U.S. Geological Survey
Microbes and plants have a long history of working together. Many microbial species form relationships with plants in which both the microbe and plant receive benefits from each other (i.e. a symbiotic relationship). A group of microbes known as fungal endophytes live inside the tissue of Phragmites and possibly allow it to thrive in a variety of conditions and tolerate environmental stresses that harm native plants. These microbes could be giving Phragmites a competitive advantage over native plants and promoting its establishment in the Great Lakes. Join us for the third Great Lakes Phragmites Collaborative emerging research webinar featuring Kurt Kowalski and Wes Bickford from the U.S. Geological Survey. They will discuss their work on microbial symbiosis and its possible implications for Phragmites management.
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