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PAST EVENTS
PAST EVENTS
The Year 2024
The Year 2024
A Lecture on Plant Ecology
Rhuthuparna gave an online talk on the current trends in plant ecological research, focusing on pollination biology with examples from systems being studied in the lab.
This event was carried out in collaboration with J.C.Bose Forum (an initiative of students to spread scientific temper among local communities)
Nature Walk
A nature walk was conducted in the IISER Bhopal campus for undergraduate students. Students were introduced to native plants and they learned about the diagnostic characters of different plant families found within the campus. Additionally, they also introduced to reproductive ecology and the various techniques used in ecological studies.
The walk was led by Dr. Vinita Gowda, and conducted by Anupama Sekhar, Rhuthuparna SB, and Hemant Singh
Plant Taxonomy Workshop
A workshop on plant taxonomy was successfully conducted for school students from rural areas of Bhopal to introduce them to basic plant identification concepts and terminology. Through engaging, hands-on activities such as leaf painting, interactive games, and simple observation exercises, students learned about features like leaf shape, venation, and margins while exploring plants from their surroundings. The interactive and creative approach made learning enjoyable, enhanced their understanding of local plant diversity, and encouraged curiosity about nature and biodiversity.
This event was conducted in collaboration with the Environmental and Social Initiative Council (ESIC) at IISER Bhopal
The workshop was led by Dr. Vinita Gowda, and conducted by Anupama Sekhar, Rhuthuparna SB, and Hemant Singh
The Year 2023
The Year 2023
Workshop on techniques of pollination ecology and behaviour of bees
A workshop on pollination ecology and bee behaviour was successfully conducted at the ‘Madhu Duniya 2023’ conference. This event saw the participation of a diverse group of stakeholders, including honey hunters, producers, advocates, conservationists, researchers, and enthusiasts from around the globe. The platform facilitated the exchange of ideas, challenges, and new research findings related to forest honey and native bees.
The workshop encompassed basic techniques of pollination ecology and also delved into the identification of forest fauna and flowering phenology in order to construct a ‘bee calendar’. This tool is designed to help sustain native bee populations in areas surrounding agricultural lands by providing a comprehensive understanding of life cycles and flowering periods of native plants.
The workshop was led by Dr. Vinita Gowda, and conducted by Saket Shrotri, Sukhraj Kaur, and Anushka Saqcena.
Field taxonomy and ecology class
We conducted an immersive field taxonomy and ecology class for the undergraduate students of Bharati Vidyapeeth Institute of Environment Education and Research, Pune. We delved into the identification of various herbaceous plant species, offering students a firsthand experience of the intricate plant-pollinator interactions that sustain our ecosystems.
Our methodology included phenological sampling, which allowed us to meticulously document the herbaceous species present and their distribution across specific microhabitats. This hands-on approach provided a comprehensive understanding of the ecological dynamics at play. The activity was successfully conducted by TrEE lab members Saket Shrotri, Sukhraj Kaur, and Anushka Saqcena, who brought their expertise and enthusiasm to the learning experience.
The Dynamic Dance of Plants and Pollinators
Have you ever wondered how plants and pollinators interact with each other? How do they communicate, cooperate, and sometimes even deceive each other? How do they adapt to changing environments and seasons?
In this interactive session, we discussed research done by TrEE lab members on the fascinating world of plant-pollinator relationships. We explored different aspects of this relationship, such as the behaviours, preferences, and strategies of both plants and pollinators. We also learned how to study these interactions using simple observational methods, statistical tools and modelling. We hope by the end of this session, participants had a deeper appreciation of the complex and dynamic relationship between plants and their pollinators.
Workshop at ATBC 2023!
This one-day workshop aimed to provide participants with an understanding of botanical skills such as basic plant identification (taxonomy), morphological character coding, plant physiological and ecological skills in the fieldwork, and lastly data analysis using R.
By providing essential botanical skills to participants interested in plant biology, ecology, and conservation, we hope to contribute to science-based conservation efforts that align with society’s needs for sustainability.
The workshop also helped us achieve ATBC’s theme of , ‘balancing science, conservation, and society’ as it contributed towards sensitizing the young minds of Indian students to the plants around them and cure plant blindness.
The Year 2022
The Year 2022
Guest lecture by Dr. Preeti Saryan
TrEE lab alumni Dr. Preeti Saryan gave a talk to all online and offline members.
Despite coming from a ‘non-botany’ background, she has pursued her doctorate in tropical plants. She presented her journey as a plant ecologist and her perspective on establishing oneself despite the challenges of transitioning between unfamiliar fields.
Preeti has set an example for budding scientists not to limit themselves to the traditional methods in science, which she addressed in her talk on the machine learning approach in plant sciences.
Workshop: Hands-on training
Plant sample mounting: techniques in the herbarium.
Undergraduate members were trained in the hands-on training of herbarium curation and maintenance techniques.
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