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SUMMARY:Call for Applications: Genome Editing in Plants –Training Course
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite applications for a week-long\, intensive training course on Genome Editing in Plants\, scheduled to take place from 2nd to 5th September 2025. This practical and theory-based course is designed for early-career scientists and professionals working in plant biotechnology\, molecular biology\, and crop improvement. \nCourse Overview\nThis training offers participants an in-depth understanding of CRISPR-based genome editing tools and their application in crop improvement. Through lectures\, case studies\, and hands-on laboratory sessions\, participants will learn: \n\nBasics of Genome Editing\nDesigning genome editing constructs\nPlant transformation and regeneration\nAnalysis of genome edited lines for detection of target mutations\nPhenotyping of genome edited lines for desired traits\nUnderstand regulatory and biosafety considerations\nGenome editing application to solve real-world agricultural challenges\nEffectively communicate scientific work to stakeholders\, including policymakers\, farmers\, and the general public\n\nApplicants must meet the following criteria:\n\nHold at least a Master’s degree (MSc) in plant breeding\, molecular biology\, genetics\, biotechnology\, or a related discipline\,\nOR\nHave a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a molecular biology laboratory\n\nParticipants will benefit from:\n\nExpert instruction by leading plant genome editing researchers\nPractical skills in CRISPR/Cas system applications\nA strong foundation in experimental design and data analysis\nScience communication and stakeholder engagement skills\nNetworking opportunities with fellow scientists and professionals\nA certificate of participation upon successful completion\n\nApplication Deadline: 5 August 2025 \nHow to Apply\nInterested candidates should complete the online application form by 5th August 2025. Selected participants will be notified by mid-August. \nApply Here
URL:https://genomeengineering.iita.org/event/call-for-applications-genome-editing-in-plants-training-course/
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SUMMARY:CRISPR Course III
DESCRIPTION:The African Plant Breeding Academy (AfPBA) CRISPR Course is implemented through a partnership of the African Orphan Crops Consortium (AOCC) Members: UC Davis\, The Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI)\, IITA\, ILRI\, World Agroforestry (ICRAF)\, African Union Development Agency (AUDA) NEPAD\, and Morrison Foerster. The course features an intensive 6-week program conducted over one year\, enabling course participants in the how-to of CRISPR gene-editing technology\, from design through validation. \n  \nThis course aims to amplify and extend the AOCC/AfPBA outcomes to date by \nLeveraging the DNA sequence information of the 101 traditional African crops that include a diversity of vegetable\, fruit\, nut\, legume\, oilseed\, cereal\, and tree species\,\nConnecting Trait Development to Cultivar Improvement in 520+ breeding programs across 29 African countries\, involving 125 crop species including 60 African Orphan Crops\,\nExpanding the current Community of Practice of 150+ plant breeders who are equipped with the knowledge\, skills\, and tools to utilize genomic information and resources to accelerate development of improved crop varieties\, for a more comprehensive\, multi-disciplinary approach to nutritional security. \nThe AfPBA CRISPR Course dates for Class III are: \nSession 1: Jan 20 – 31\, 2025\nSession 2: April 28 – May 10\, 2025\nSession 3: Sept 29 – Oct 10\, 2025\nwith all sessions meeting in Nairobi\, Kenya.
URL:https://genomeengineering.iita.org/event/crispr-course-iii/
LOCATION:IITA\, IITA\, Nairobi\, Kenya
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