The CO2 Assimilation in Plants from Genome to Biome GRS provides a unique forum for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to present their work, discuss new methods, cutting edge ideas, and pre-published data, as well as to build collaborative relationships with their peers. Experienced mentors and trainee moderators will facilitate active participation in scientific discussion to allow all attendees to be engaged participants rather than spectators.
For fifty years, the CO2 Assimilation in Plants from Genome to Biome GRC has brought together world-leading experts in plant physiology and photosynthesis across scales. The GRS occurs immediately beforehand, giving early-career researchers a space to share their work with peers and receive guidance from a panel of mentors. We invite Ph.D. students and postdocs to join this two-day session, where they’ll find a vibrant and supportive community focused on new ideas, innovative techniques, and groundbreaking plant science research.
The 2027 GRS invites all research that reflects our theme, “Photosynthesis Through Time, Space, and Scales.” Photosynthesis research is essential to ensuring global food security, monitoring ecosystem functioning, and anticipating changes to carbon cycling across scales. From molecular to global processes, new environmental extremes will test the limits of plant physiological functions. Motivated by novel challenges and enabled by novel capabilities, our field draws on a long history of scientific achievement to make cutting-edge discoveries. In addition to showcasing new research, the GRS helps participants strengthen their professional network and develop skillsets towards career advancement. Our Career Panel of experienced mentors will provide specific guidance on finding a fulfilling professional path in academia, research, and/or industry. The GRC and GRS are enriched by a diverse community of thinkers, and we welcome participants from all backgrounds.
Please note that, due to limited accommodations at this venue, guest housing is very limited. To request family/guest housing, please reach out to your Conference Operations Associate.
Application Instructions
The seminar will feature approximately 10 talks and 2 poster sessions. All attendees are expected to actively participate in the GRS, either by giving an oral presentation or presenting a poster. Therefore, all applications must include an abstract.
The seminar chair will select speakers from abstracts submitted by February 7, 2027. Those applicants who are not chosen for talks and those who apply after the deadline to be considered for an oral presentation will be expected to present a poster. In order to participate, you must submit an application by the date indicated in the Application Information section above.
Program Format
Gordon Research Seminars are 2-day meetings which take place on the Saturday and Sunday just prior to the start of the associated GRC. The GRS opens with a 1-hour introductory session on Saturday afternoon, followed by a poster session, dinner and a 2-hour session in the evening. Sunday morning begins with breakfast and is followed by another 2-hour session, a second poster session, and lunch. A final 1-hour session takes place just after lunch, and the associated GRC begins later that evening.
