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31 Oct 2025

SEB October 2025 Newsletter

Welcome to this month's newsletter!

 


Welcome to this month's newsletter. Here's what we have in store for you this month: 

 

The Autumn 2025 issue of the SEB Magazine is coming soon;



Last day to submit a nominee for the Plenary Lecturers for the SEB Annual Conference in Florence;

 

Just a few days left to register for the new Conservation Physiology webinar series;

 

Book your place for the Interdisciplinary collaboration workshop;

 

Join the SEB as an Impact and Media Lead - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract;

 

All recordings from the JXB 75th Anniversary Symposium are now online;

 

The Company of Biologists renews Read & Publish Open Access agreement with JULAC for a further three years;
 


Become a Fellow of the British Ecological Society (FBES);
 

Our Commitment to a safe, inclusive environment;
 

Voices of Experimental Biology: Explore the SEB Podcast;
 

Contribute to the Ask a Scientist project;
 

Download the ‘Scientists with Impact’ article collection;




Happy reading!  
 
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SEB NEWS
 

  • The Autumn 2025 issue of the SEB Magazine is coming soon;
     

  • Last day to submit a nominee for the Plenary Lecturers for the SEB Annual Conference in Florence;
     

  • Just a few days left to register for the new Conservation Physiology webinar series;
     

  • Book your place for the Interdisciplinary collaboration workshop;
     

  • Join the SEB as an Impact and Media Lead - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract;
     

  • Unlocking Pedagogical Research: Recording now available on-demand;
     

  • All recordings from the JXB 75th Anniversary Symposium are now online;
     

  • The Company of Biologists renews Read & Publish Open Access agreement with JULAC for a further three years;
     

  • Become a Fellow of the British Ecological Society (FBES);
     

  • Our Commitment to a safe, inclusive environment;

     
  • Voices of Experimental Biology: Explore the SEB Podcast;

     
  • Discover Artistic explorations of science and identity;
     

  • Boost your academic presence with the SEB BlueSky starter pack;
     

  • Contribute to the Ask a Scientist project;
     

  • Download the ‘Scientists with Impact’ article collection;

EVENTS
 

  • Reflections on co-production and impact in conservation physiology   (5 November 2025)
     
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration (12 November 2025)
     
  • Creating positive laboratory learning environments (19 November 2025)
     
  • Outreach Education and Diversity (OED) webinar series 2:  Inclusive learning in classrooms of the future  (10 December 2025)
     
  • EcoMito: Bridging Cellular Performance to Ecophysiology   (19 - 20 February 2025)
     
  • Other Meetings


MEMBERSHIP

  • Discover the benefit spotlight of the month 💡
     
  • Recommand a colleague

 

CAREERS

  • Careers and Coffee
     
  • Leaders of the Future
     
  • Events videos are available on demand
     
  • Professional Development Resources available for SEB members!
     
  • Developing Excellent Research Proposals
     
  • Quick start guide to connecting with industry
     
  • Getting started with interdisciplinary collaborations
     
  • Public Engagement 101
     
  • Free "Standing up for Science" - media workshop 
     
  • Dealing with the media - Free media training and advice for SEB members

 


JOBS BOARD
 

 

JOURNAL NEWS 
 

  • Conservation Physiology: Co-production and conservation physiology: outcomes, challenges and opportunities arising from reflections on diverse co-produced projects

 

  • Journal of Experimental Botany: Editor Choice - Clathrin light chain 2 is a substrate of ubiquitin ligase ATL5 and negatively regulates seed longevity in Arabidopsis

 

  • Plant Biotechnology Journal: A semi-dominant NLR allele regulates growth and disease resistance in wheat

 

  • Plant Direct: Genetic Regulation of Anthocyanin Biosynthesis in Cornus Species: The Roles of R2R3-MYB Transcription Factors

 

  • The Plant Journal: October 2025 TPJ Editor choice: Salicylic acid turns down the heat on thermomorphogenesis by Martin Balcerowicz

     


GRANTS AND FUNDING
 

  • Company of Biologists Grant 
     
  • Sponsorship for a Small Conference 
     
  • SEB Diversity Grant
     
  • SEB Outreach Grant
     
  • Hardship fund
     
  • Funding for Satellite Meetings
     

 

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GET READY FOR THE AUTUMN 2025 SEB MAGAZINE

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In the upcoming Autumn 2025 issue of the SEB Magazine, explore “Real World Changes”, stories of science in action, from groundbreaking research and education to community-driven projects, policy impact and diversity initiatives. See how discoveries across the Animal, Cell, Plant and OED (Outreach, Education and Diversity) sections are shaping a better future for all.

 

CONTRIBUTE TO THE ASK A SCIENTIST PROJECT

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This project was developed and delivered in two public engagement events we hosted this year, where the attendees could ask questions for scientists. We posted the questions on our website and need scientists to answer them!

The attendees have the webpage address, so they can go there and check the answers to their questions. Please look at these thought-provoking questions and reply to the ones you feel comfortable with through the form.

For more information and to access the form, visit:

More information

 


  

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Dive into the past of the SEB by discovering the SEB History Articles Series

 

More information

 

 

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12 November 2025

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Learn the mindset and supporting skills required for productive interdisciplinary working, from effective communication to group problem-solving to develop solutions to complex challenges.

Workshop Zoom

 


OTHER MEETINGS

Take a look at the event picture gallery which is available now on our   Facebook page

 

International Conference on Cell Biology, Functions and Cellular Processes (ICCBFCP-25) (10 - 11 November 2025)

Standing up for Science workshop – Online (28 November 2025)

 

SEB meetings diary

 

 
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The Company of Biologists Travel Grant

Application deadline: 31 December

The Company of Biologists Travel Grant 2025 is available for student and early career scientist SEB members.
It supports their participation at conferences, workshops, and even training courses. The COB Travel Grant was recently reviewed, giving more support to applicants depending on their travel distance.

From 1 July, the grant limits are as follows:

  • £300 travel within own country
  • £600 travel within own continent
  • £800 travel beyond own continent
     

You can find out more about eligibility and apply via

More information

 

 

Sponsorship for a Small Conference

Application deadline: 1 November 2025

SEB members can apply for up to £1000 to help with the cost of organising a scientific meeting independently or in collaboration with another organisation.

 

More information


 

Diversity Grant

 Application deadline: 31 December 2025

SEB members can apply for funding of up to £1000 for projects associated with improving diversity and increasing inclusivity in academia and bioscience research.

More information

 

 

Outreach Grant

🗓️   Application deadline: 1 June 2026

A maximum of £1000 is available to SEB members and £200 non-members to cover the costs associated with holding or participating in an outreach event that promotes experimental biology to a wide range of audiences.

More information


 

 

 

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Over the past few months we held a number of training webinars. If you did not get a chance to attend these you can access on demand recordings and resources on the SEB members' area. Simply log into your SEB account, go to the resources area and select the "Careers" tab to view these. 

The following content is available for you to access: 

EVENTS VIDEOS ARE AVAILABLE ON  DEMAND
Recordings of our events are available in our Ressources section.

JXB Webinar series videos

Plant Journal Webinar series videos

Plant Biotechnology Journal Webinar series videos

Conservation Physiology Webinar series videos 

Careers and Coffee videos 


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES AVAILABLE!
Videos and PDFs are available

The SEB is excited to release our new on-demand professional development resources to support our members at every stage of their career. This includes a video and PDF covering time management skills, and a five part mini-series exploring evaluation of impact for projects such as public engagement events and activities

DEVELOPING EXCELLENT RESEARCH PROPOSALS
Presentation Slides are available

In this this workshop, we examined the key elements involved in turning your initial research idea into a proposal that will get the attention and support of the reviewers, demonstrate the importance of the research and assure funders that your project will make a valuable contribution to your field

 
QUICK START GUIDE TO CONNECTING WITH INDUSTRY
Webinar recording now available 

This webinar takes a brief look at how researchers can identify their individual skills and expertise to support engagement as well as to how to clearly articulate their research in a way that generates interest from potential industry collaborators. 

 
GETTING STARTED WITH INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATIONS
Presentation Slides and Chatbox transcript now available 
 

A multidisciplinary approach requires a combination of skills including a willingness to listen and learn about other disciplines, to see patterns and make connections, to have a wide ranging network, to ask insightful questions, facilitate others to take part, problem solve in a solution focused way and to be open and creative. 

In this interactive 90 minute online workshop looked at how to be open to opportunity for interdisciplinary collaboration and the key skills required to identify and approach potential collaborators. 

DEALING WITH THE MEDIA -FREE MEDIA TRAINING AND ADVICE FOR SEB MEMBERS
Have you been approached by the media for an interview or to comment on your research and not sure what to expect or how to approach it?
 
Getting your research covered in the media is a very exciting moment but can also feel scary if you do not have experience and are not sure what to expect. SEB members can benefit from free advice and training on their first media appearance through our partnership with Sense about Science. If you would like to learn more get in touch with [email protected].
 
In the meantime, check out these “Standing up for Science” Guides on interacting with the media:

 

 

JOBS BOARD


Below are the latest vacancies available:

 SEB - Impact and Media Lead (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)
 United Kingdom

We are seeking an Impact and Media Lead to help strengthen the Society’s outreach and impact activities, working closely with the OED Manager to deliver our 2025–2030 strategy.

Deadline for applications: 31 October 2025

Apply now



 

 The Plant Journal - Research Highlights Editor role
 United Kingdom

The Research Highlights Editors will be responsible for writing a short commentary on a selected article from each issue of TPJ

Deadline for applications: 24 November 2025

Apply now



 


Click here to visit the SEB jobs board page
 


 

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THE LATEST FROM THE SEB JOURNALS

Conservation Physiology
Co-production and conservation physiology: outcomes, challenges and opportunities arising from reflections on diverse co-produced projects

Read now


 


Journal of Experimental Botany
Editor Choice: Clathrin light chain 2 is a substrate of ubiquitin ligase ATL5 and negatively regulates seed longevity in Arabidopsis 

Read now


 


Plant Biotechnology Journal
A semi-dominant NLR allele regulates growth and disease resistance in wheat

Read now


 


Plant Direct
Genetic Regulation of Anthocyanin Biosynthesis in Cornus Species: The Roles of R2R3-MYB Transcription Factors

Read now


 


The Plant Journal 
October 2025 TPJ Editor choice: Salicylic acid turns down the heat on thermomorphogenesis by Martin Balcerowicz 

Read now

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