Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Introduction to Metabolomics for the Microbiologist

Good morning all,

Apologies for any cross posting.

We have an upcoming course which you may be interested in; please do share with any networks that you think may be interested.

All the best,
David



Introduction to Metabolomics for the Microbiologist
9 - 11 October 2019



Overview
This three-day course will introduce the attendees in how untargeted metabolomics can be applied to study microbial systems in academic and industrial research. The course will provide an overview of the metabolomics pipeline from experimental design to sample preparation and data acquisition to data analysis/interpretation. The course will be led by experts in the field of metabolomics and will include lectures, hands-on laboratory sessions in sample preparation and data acquisition and computer workshops focused on data processing and data analysis.

Topics covered
  • Introduction to metabolomics, both targeted and untargeted approaches
  • Experimental design and the importance of quality control samples in untargeted metabolomics
  • Analytical strategies applied in metabolomics with a focus on mass spectrometry
  • Hands-on laboratory sessions focused on sample preparation and to include metabolic quenching and extraction procedures, intracellular and exometabolome samples and polar and non-polar extraction methods
  • Hands-on laboratory sessions focused on sample analysis for untargeted metabolomics studies using an Acquity UPLC coupled to a Xevo QToF mass spectrometer
  • Hands-on workshop focused on data processing and data analysis
  • Hands-on workshop focused on an introduction to metabolite identification
  • Question and answer session with the experts


  • Cost
  • Early-bird Registration: £980 (rate expires 20 September 2019)
  • Standard Registration: £1090


  • Course registration link: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/facilities/metabolomics-training-centre/courses/2019/Introduction-to-Metabolomics-for-the-Microbiologist.aspx


    If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

    All the best,

    David Epps
    Project Manager
    University of Birmingham
    d.epps@bham.ac.uk

    Thursday, July 18, 2019

    fully funded PhD position available in New Zealand

    Morning everyone,

     

    See below for an opportunity for a fully funded PhD position in New Zealand working with greenshell mussels.

     

    Cheers

     

    Anna

     

    Dr Anna Belcher | Ecological Biogeochemist| British Antarctic Survey

    High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge CB3 0ET

    Email: annbel@bas.ac.uk |Tel: +44 (0)1223 221281

     

    NERC is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org  
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    Subject: fully funded PhD position available in New Zealand

     

    A fully funded PhD position is available in the lab of Prof. Jonathan Gardner (Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand - https://www.victoria.ac.nz/sbs/about/staff/jonathan-gardner) to study the genetic connectivity of New Zealand’s greenshell mussels using SNPs.

    MSc position available. The Kapiti Marine Reserve mapping group (Assoc.-Prof Geoffroy Lamarche of NIWA/University of Auckland), Dr. Shane Geange of the Department of Conservation and Prof. Jonathan Gardner of Victoria University of Wellington) has an opportunity for a Masters-level student to carry out independent research on the large geophysical and biogenic habitat dataset that we have ...




    This position is part of MOANA, a large national project looking at the impact of ocean warming and marine heat waves on key seafood species. Details about MOANA and about the PhD position (this is PhD 8 – other positions are now filled)  can be found at - https://apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moanaproject.org%2Fnews%2F2019%2F3%2F19%2Fmoana-project-opens-9-fully-funded-ocean-sciences-phd-positions-in-new-zealand&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cjonathan.gardner%40VUW.AC.nz%7C399fe66088734fe815e908d6bba553ac%7Ccfe63e236951427e8683bb84dcf1d20c%7C0%7C1%7C636902716116705625&amp;sdata=r4tX%2BG9BlS6wH0KpLL%2B9nJIKZxrd2QPVpaYD2uhTd68%3D&amp;reserved=0 .

    Preferred candidate will have an MSc and experience of working with SNPs and/or bioinformatics pipelines. Closing date for applications is 31st August, but position will be filled as soon as possible. National and international candidates may apply. Enquiries and applications (CV, cover letter outlining interest and experience, two letters of reference, academic transcript, and copy of recent English proficiency test result if English is not your first language) should be emailed to jonathan.gardner@vuw.ac.nz .

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    Tuesday, July 16, 2019

    UK-Russia Arctic Bursaries Programme 2019 Launched

    Dear UKPN Members,

     

    Please see below an amazing opportunity to win a bursary to aid in developing UK-Russia research links.

     

    Cheers,

    Chelsey

     

    Chelsey Baker

    PhD Student

    Co-President of the UK Polar Network

    Website: https://chelseyabaker.wordpress.com/

     

    Office: 344/31

    Ocean Biogeochemistry and Ecosystems

    University of Southampton

    National Oceanography Centre

    Southampton

    SO14 3ZH

     

    Dear All,

     

    I am delighted to say that the NERC Arctic Office and SIN Russia have launched the UK-Russia Arctic Bursaries Programme for 2019, funded by BEIS. The Programme provides bursaries of up to £7,000 to support new active engagement with Russia-based researchers in the Russian Arctic and High North before the end of March 2020. It is an exciting new opportunity for UK-based Arctic researchers to build new collaborations and partnerships.

     

    We would be grateful if you could help promote the call widely via UKPN channels. Here is the link to the announcement and full details on how to apply https://www.arctic.ac.uk/news/uk-russia-arctic-bursaries-programme-2019/.

     

    Wednesday, July 10, 2019

    Arctic Sciences Conference: Abstract deadline in 2 days!

    Hi UKPN members,


    Just a gentle reminder that the Arctic Sciences conference abstract deadline is on the 12th of July - 2 days from now. Don't forget to submit it soon and register for the UKPN workshop (details below). 


    More details about the conference here: https://www.arctic.ac.uk/ukarcticconf/



    Cheers, 

    Chelsey 


    Chelsey Baker

    PhD Student

    UK Polar Network Co-President

    Ocean Biogeochemistry and Ecosystems

    National Oceanography Centre Southampton

    European Way, SO14 3ZH







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    Subject: UKPN Workshop: Writing Successful Proposals: a guide for ECRs
     

    Dear UKPN members, 


    We are running a free workshop before the start of the Arctic Sciences conference on 'Writing Successful Proposals: a guide for ECRs'. The workshop will be on the morning of the 11th of September at Loughborough University and will have lots of useful information for ECRs. It is also a great opportunity to build your Polar network and meet researchers from other disciplines. 


    More info can be found in the attached flyer and here: https://polarnetwork.org/2019/07/writing-successful-proposals-a-guide-for-ecrs/ . The link to the registration form can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/ukpnregistrationform. Registration closes on the 8th of August 2019. The workshop will include lunch on the 11th of September and an optional evening networking session on the 10th.


    We hope to see your there and we would really appreciate it if you could share this with your local ECR networks and relevant social media channels. 


    Any questions or queries do not hesitate to contact me or president@polarnetwork.org.


    Cheers, 

    Chelsey 


    Chelsey Baker

    PhD Student

    UK Polar Network Co-President

    Ocean Biogeochemistry and Ecosystems

    National Oceanography Centre Southampton

    European Way, SO14 3ZH






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    Monday, July 8, 2019

    UKPN Workshop: Writing Successful Proposals: a guide for ECRs

    Dear UKPN members, 


    We are running a free workshop before the start of the Arctic Sciences conference on 'Writing Successful Proposals: a guide for ECRs'. The workshop will be on the morning of the 11th of September at Loughborough University and will have lots of useful information for ECRs. It is also a great opportunity to build your Polar network and meet researchers from other disciplines. 


    More info can be found in the attached flyer and here: https://polarnetwork.org/2019/07/writing-successful-proposals-a-guide-for-ecrs/ . The link to the registration form can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/ukpnregistrationform. Registration closes on the 8th of August 2019. The workshop will include lunch on the 11th of September and an optional evening networking session on the 10th.


    We hope to see your there and we would really appreciate it if you could share this with your local ECR networks and relevant social media channels. 


    Any questions or queries do not hesitate to contact me or president@polarnetwork.org.


    Cheers, 

    Chelsey 


    Chelsey Baker

    PhD Student

    UK Polar Network Co-President

    Ocean Biogeochemistry and Ecosystems

    National Oceanography Centre Southampton

    European Way, SO14 3ZH




    Monday, July 1, 2019

    FW: Research in Svalbard: registration and travel support now open!

    Good afternoon,

     

    Registration is now open for a joint APECS workshop (Norway, Russia, UK) at the Svalbard Science Conference, November 2019. See below for further info!

     

    Cheers,

    Chelsey

     

    Chelsey Baker

    PhD Student

    Co-President of the UK Polar Network

    Website: https://chelseyabaker.wordpress.com/

     

    Office: 344/31

    Ocean Biogeochemistry and Ecosystems

    University of Southampton

    National Oceanography Centre

    Southampton

    SO14 3ZH

     

    From: Grace Shephard <grace.shephard@geo.uio.no>
    Sent: 01 July 2019 16:33
    Subject: Research in Svalbard: registration and travel support now open!

     

    Dear All,

     

    We are pleased to announce that the Association for Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS) is organising a 1 day event "Research in Svalbard: An APECS Workshop​." The workshop is a side event for the Svalbard Science Conference (SSC), and aims to bring together early career and established researchers with any interest in research or field work on Svalbard.

     

    Date: Monday 4th November  

    Time: 0930-1900h 

    Location: Tøyen HovedgÃ¥rd, Oslo, Norway.

    Cost: Free!

     

    Travel and accommodation support is available (apply before 1st September). Early career SSC participants will be prioritised. All workshop participants are encouraged to submit an abstract for an oral or poster presentation. Lunch, breaks and tapas provided.

     

    Registration, abstract submission, and travel applications:

    https://www.mn.uio.no/ceed/english/research/news-and-events/events/conferences-and-seminars/research-in-svalbard-APECS.html​ 

     

    Please help spread the word! Flyer attached.

     

    Regards,

    Grace Shephard.

    (on behalf of the APECS Norway, APECS Russia, UK Polar Network organizing committee)