You are invited to register for the Society of Irish Plant Pathologists (SIPP) autumn scientific meeting

The Society of Irish Plant Pathologists (SIPP) is pleased to announce that this year’s annual autumn scientific meeting will be held from 13th-14th October 2016 at the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI), Hillsborough, Northern Ireland.

The programme will include presentations by leading plant pathologists from all over the island of Ireland on a range of different plant pathogens, including those that affect fruit, mushrooms, arable crops and forests.

Presentations will also be made by two recently retired plant pathologists from AFBI (Dr Louise Cooke and Professor Alistair McCracken), who have been invited to provide a review of highlights and accomplishments over the course of their careers.

Also included will be presentations from postgraduate students as part of the annual SIPP student competition, and a tour of the AFBI Environment and Renewable Energy Centre with Chris Johnston.

SIPP was founded in 1968 and currently has members from across the island of Ireland and the world working in many plant pathology related disciplines. The Society is very interested in actively promoting the science of plant pathology to students, professionals, industry and all interested individuals, and encourages increased communication, initiatives and research. Members are in regular contact and meet at least twice a year to discuss the latest research.

The Society of Irish Plant Pathologists encourages young students to network and learn about the exciting science of plant pathology. In order to assist students with this aim, SIPP holds an annual student competition with a cash prize for first place. The competition usually involves a presentation of the student's work or poster of current research. SIPP can be contacted via twitter or via the SIPP website.

View the programme for this meeting

Notes to editors: 

AFBI carries out high-quality technology research and development, statutory, analytical, and diagnostic testing functions for DAERA and other Government departments, public bodies and commercial companies.

AFBI's Vision is “Scientific excellence in Northern Ireland…  serving the world”.

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