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Australian Society of Plant Scientists
Promoting the plant sciences in Australia
An incorporated society providing professional contact within our community of tertiary and vocational lecturers, education specialists, school teachers and researchers in the plant sciences.
Prizes, travel grants and fellowships for every career stage, from student to established researcher.
The plant science community together in one place, every year.
What the Society does
Four things the Society exists to do, on behalf of its members and of plant science in Australia.
Promote plant science
Raise the profile of plant science in Australia and advocate for its support.
Share knowledge
Provide a forum where members exchange research and build understanding of plant function.
Support and mentorship
Mutual support and awards that recognise excellence at every career stage.
Nurture the next generation
Travel grants, student prizes and outreach that bring new scientists into the field.
Since 1958
About us
A community for plant scientists in Australia. The Australian Society of Plant Scientists connects researchers, lecturers, teachers and students working in the plant sciences across Australia.
Founded at the University of Adelaide in 1958 as the Australian Society of Plant Physiologists, the Society today has hundreds of members whose work spans genetics and molecular biology, cell biology, plant development, plant-microbe interactions, ecophysiology and whole-plant science.
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Three plant-science publications
Newsletter
Phytogen
Our monthly newsletter, exploring new ideas, recent professional experiences and forthcoming events across the community.
Our Journal
Functional Plant Biology
The official journal of ASPS and CSIRO's flagship plant molecular-science journal, reflecting the broad interests of our members.
Textbook
Plants in Action
The free online textbook on the principles underlying plant biology in natural and managed communities throughout Australasia.
Become a member
Join a community of plant scientists
Membership provides professional contact across our community of researchers, lecturers, teachers and students, and supports the future of plant science in Australia.
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Events
What's coming up at ASPS
Latest News
From Phytogen and the Society
New ideas, member stories, opportunities and upcoming events, delivered to members every month.
