Students are expected to participate in PMB Breakfast, the PMB Fall Retreat, and relevant plant biology and microbiology seminars sponsored by the Biology Department, Danforth Plant Science Center, or other departments.
Presenting work at meetings and conferences is essential for integration into the international scientific community. Funds for attending scientific meetings are typically provided from the thesis advisor’s support, but some fellowships also support such activities. In addition, DBBS provides all students with $1000 for professional development, including support of travel to attend conferences.