John Christie

@photoadduct.bsky.social

Plant biologist interested in photoreceptor signalling and the design of optogenetic tools

We have an exciting PhD position in our lab to explore phototropin receptor diversity in Begonia. If you’re interested in plant photobiology and receptor signalling, we’d love to hear from you! Deadline for expressions of interest: 20 December 2025.

Bild

Apply for the New Phytologist Tansley Medal! 'It was exciting to have a chance, as an early career researcher, to write something in my voice, with my take on where my field is going.' – Matthew Naish, 2024 #TansleyMedal winner Deadline 1 November 2025:

New Phytologist Tansley Medal for excellence in plant science

The New Phytologist Tansley Medal is awarded annually in recognition of an outstanding contribution to research in plant science by an early career researcher.

newphytologist.org

Interested in Photoreceptors, Photobiological Responses and Optogenetic Applications across species? Join us at the GRS & GRC 2026 in California on Feb 7. grc.org/photosensory... Share your work with the photobiology community! Abstracts will be selected for oral presentations.

2026 Photosensory Receptors and Signal Transduction Conference GRC

The 2026 Gordon Research Conference on Photosensory Receptors and Signal Transduction will be held in Ventura, California. Apply today to reserve your spot.

grc.org