If you haven’t already seen, registration is still open for the BiPS Conference 2026. We are looking forward to welcoming students at the very beginning of their plant science journey + those that have been leading the way in plant science research. Join us by registering here: buff.ly/jeEVTqZ

We are looking forward to welcoming our network and community to this year's annual BiPS Conference. We are also aware that there are constraints to accessing this event. Therefore, we are offering travel grants to the first 10 eligible applicants. For more details, follow the link: buff.ly/LSNSi6G

We're delighted to share that BiPS co-founder Professor Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso has been awarded as one of the 2026 AAB President's Medallists! 🏅 Accessibility in Applied Biology Medallist 🌱 For promotion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion within the Applied Biology Community.

📢 Workshop Announcement! 1. Leading authentically at every career stage: as a Black scientist 2. Building your 'Brand' as a scientist 3. Exploring Careers Beyond Academia (back by popular demand) Learn more on our website: buff.ly/mF4TveH

It's not too late for you meet the Early Bird registration deadline! Here's what some of our attendees said about last year's conference: “The conference was well organised, and I enjoyed a very bit of the programme, it was an excellent experience.” Register by 18 September: buff.ly/KVEGYfT

📢Speaker Announcement: Dr. Tessa Burch-Smith We are delighted to finally announce that our international plenary speaker this year will be Dr. Tessa Burch-Smith. Join us for what will be an inspiring day and register now: bit.ly/BiPSConferen...

At BiPS we are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jason Arday who members of our community had the pleasure of knowing. We've added our name to the open letter calling for a public inquiry into the tragic death of Professor Jason Arday. Will you join us? goodlawproject.org/s/abb8a1

Jason Arday: Demand a public inquiry now | Good Law Project

Commission an immediate public inquiry into how to ensure a responsible press given its contribution to Dr Arday’s tragic death.

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Now is your chance to put on your ideal workshop! No prior experience is needed, our team are here to support you. We just want your passion and conversation. Submit your proposal here: bit.ly/bipsworkshop... If you haven't already, don't forget to register here: bit.ly/BiPSConferen...

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Deadline is fast approaching for submissions to our workshop callout! If there is a topic that you are really passionate about and would like to see represented at the conference then don't hesitate and apply now. Submit here: buff.ly/4QyMmV5

Deadline is fast approaching for submissions to our workshop callout! If there is a topic that you are really passionate about and would like to see represented at the conference then don't hesitate and apply now. Submit here: buff.ly/4QyMmV5

📢 Speaker Announcement: Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso - Plenary Speaker Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso, PhD, is a Professor of Plant Sciences and UKRI Future Leaders Fellow at the University of Leeds. Learn more, be inspired, register now: buff.ly/kywzTjj

BiPS Conference 2026 - Poster Submission Would you like to present your poster and a 1 minute flash talk at this year's BiPS Conference? Well submissions are now open! Register as soon as possible and fill out the form below to secure your spot at the conference: buff.ly/XBC4qOn

📢Registration is now open! This year we will be welcoming the incredible Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso (Professor at the University of Leeds) and a surprise Special Guest as our plenary speakers. Early Bird Registration is open until Friday 18 September - £30. Register here: buff.ly/tRc4Sdg

Workshop Open Call - BiPS Conference 2026 Do you have an idea of a workshop or panel? Have you already got an idea for speakers and the format? If so, please fill out the form below. Submit here: buff.ly/h1ajk1a Deadline for submissions: Monday 17 August.

BiPS Conference 2026! Registration is opening soon and we have some exciting speaker announcements. Hear from last year's attendees about why it's important for there to be a BiPS conference in the first place: buff.ly/LqNHFFU Head to our website to keep up to date: buff.ly/SXfy784

Why We Have the BiPS Conference

In October 2025 we held our second Black in Plant Science (BiPS) Conference at the University of Leeds. We asked the members of our community why it is important for us to have a conference at…

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SAVE THE DATE! Friday 30 October 2026 We are delighted to announce that we will again be hosting our annual Black in Plant Science Conference this October at The Guildhall in York. Our moment, dedicated to connection, celebration, and cultivation. Stay informed: buff.ly/PMAxXkd

We are pleased to announce this year's cohort of our Summer Studentship! Phoebe Allen, Nalo Magar and Tinotenda Matemera who are all going to be based at The Sainsbury Lab, Cambridge University. Get to know them more by heading to our website: buff.ly/I3XZ59a

Meet Damilare Shodeinde, a Masters student at the John Innes Centre studying Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement. He was part of the first cohort of BiPS Summer Studentship Awardees in 2024. Learn more about him on our website: buff.ly/bw3Dx5p

It's been a while since we shared a profile, meet Poppy Isabella Nana-Akua Sarpong Cann. She is a master's student at The University of Bristol studying Abiotic Plant Signalling and was part of the first cohort of BiPS Summer Studentship Awardees in 2024. Learn more about her here: buff.ly/XNjaB2s

We are finally pleased to announce this year's Research Excellence Award winners: Sibongile Zimba (University of Bristol) and Ousmane Dao (University of York). Both of our winners have exhibited impressive contributions to plant science and you can learn more about them here: buff.ly/qo1WJqw

Only one week left to apply for the 2026 BiPS Summer Studentship which is proven to help you on your next steps. If you're still not sure if this is for you - why not check out the host labs on our website: buff.ly/b4jmAe2

In October 2026 we held our second Black in Plant Science (BiPS) Conference at the University of Leeds. We asked the members of our community why BiPS is important to them, and here is what they had to say: buff.ly/OClLBP3 Thank you to everyone who contributed to this video.

The Importance of the Black in Plant Science Network

In October 2026 we held our second Black in Plant Science (BiPS) Conference at the University of Leeds. We asked the members of our community why BiPS is im...

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Applications now open for Summer Studentships 2026! Successful applicants will be: 🌿In receipt of £504.38 per week for a studentship period of up to 6 weeks 🌿Invited to write a blog for the BiPS website 🌿Invited to attend and present at the next BiPS Conference Apply here: bit.ly/4qf2ZDG

Everyone’s a Seed - Celebration Event We are happy to join our partners in inviting you to join them in celebrating amazing community poets from Leeds and Bradford and the publication of the Everyone’s a Seed poetry Anthology. 🕑10am 📍SHINE Community Centre in Harehills Register: buff.ly/ymA80wl

If you would like to be considered please submit your expression of interest & a question focused on science policy (rather than detailed scientific topics) via the online form by 28th January: buff.ly/GXrHrn3 Candidates must be available to travel to London on Thursday 19 March 2026.

We are strongly encouraging projects in the area of Physics of Life, in alignment with our partnership with PoLNET. If your lab has a project in this area, we'd love for you to share your projects so that we can match the successful student with the right lab. Learn more: buff.ly/bE9djQK

At Black in Plant Science celebrating excellence is one of main pillars. So if you would like to apply or nominate anyone, applications are now open. We are looking for Black Heritage Early Career Researchers, if this is you, or someone you know, then please don't hesitate to apply! buff.ly/RrP7DM9

Happy New Year!! 🎉 We're pleased to be back with some exciting new opportunities which we will be sharing in the coming weeks. We are again inviting host labs to share their projects for our 2026 BiPS Summer Studentships. Head to our website for more details: buff.ly/g6vAJmM

Profile Spotlight: Dr. Crispus Mbaluto is a Senior Research Officer, at the School Life Sciences, University of Essex, UK. Head to our website to learn more about how the spirit of “why not give it a try” has propelled Crispus throughout his career.https://buff.ly/TtIxUya