<div><br></div><div><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Yolanda Chen</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu">Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu</a>></span><br>Date: Tue, Oct 25, 2022 at 10:47 AM<br>Subject: Ph. D. Graduate Assistantship - Epigenetics and rapid evolution of insecticide resistance<br>To: Yolanda Chen <<a href="mailto:Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu">Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu</a>><br>CC: Andrei Alyokhin <<a href="mailto:alyokhin@maine.edu">alyokhin@maine.edu</a>>, Lynn Adler <<a href="mailto:lsadler@bio.umass.edu">lsadler@bio.umass.edu</a>>, Olga Kostromytska <<a href="mailto:okostromytsk@umass.edu">okostromytsk@umass.edu</a>>, Jennifer Thaler <<a href="mailto:jst37@cornell.edu">jst37@cornell.edu</a>>, Nathaniel Mitkowski <<a href="mailto:mitkowski@uri.edu">mitkowski@uri.edu</a>>, Cesar Rodriguez-Saona <<a href="mailto:crodriguez@njaes.rutgers.edu">crodriguez@njaes.rutgers.edu</a>>, Gary Felton <<a href="mailto:gwf10@psu.edu">gwf10@psu.edu</a>>, David Hawthorne <<a href="mailto:djh@umd.edu">djh@umd.edu</a>>, Daniel Panaccione <<a href="mailto:Dan.Panaccione@mail.wvu.edu">Dan.Panaccione@mail.wvu.edu</a>>, Thomas Kuhar <<a href="mailto:tkuhar@vt.edu">tkuhar@vt.edu</a>>, Fred Gould <<a href="mailto:fgould@ncsu.edu">fgould@ncsu.edu</a>>, Michael Caterino <<a href="mailto:mcateri@clemson.edu">mcateri@clemson.edu</a>>, Brendan Hunt <<a href="mailto:huntbg@uga.edu">huntbg@uga.edu</a>>, Dan Hahn <<a href="mailto:dahahn@ufl.edu">dahahn@ufl.edu</a>>, David Held <<a href="mailto:dwh0004@auburn.edu">dwh0004@auburn.edu</a>>, Juan Luis Jurat-Fuentes <<a href="mailto:jurat@utk.edu">jurat@utk.edu</a>>, Subba Reddy Palli <<a href="mailto:rpalli@email.uky.edu">rpalli@email.uky.edu</a>>, Andy Michel <<a href="mailto:michel.70@osu.edu">michel.70@osu.edu</a>>, Stephen Cameron <<a href="mailto:cameros@purdue.edu">cameros@purdue.edu</a>>, Zsofia Szendrei <<a href="mailto:szendrei@msu.edu">szendrei@msu.edu</a>>, Andrew Suarez <<a href="mailto:suarez2@illinois.edu">suarez2@illinois.edu</a>>, Sujaya Rao <<a href="mailto:sujaya@umn.edu">sujaya@umn.edu</a>>, Andrew Forbes <<a href="mailto:andrew-forbes@uiowa.edu">andrew-forbes@uiowa.edu</a>>, Nick Miller <<a href="mailto:nmiller11@iit.edu">nmiller11@iit.edu</a>>, Deborah Finke <<a href="mailto:FinkeD@missouri.edu">FinkeD@missouri.edu</a>>, Raul Medina <<a href="mailto:rfmedina@tamu.edu">rfmedina@tamu.edu</a>>, Gerald Sims <<a href="mailto:gksims@ad.nmsu.edu">gksims@ad.nmsu.edu</a>>, Molly Hunter <<a href="mailto:mhunter@ag.arizona.edu">mhunter@ag.arizona.edu</a>>, Diane Alston <<a href="mailto:diane.alston@usu.edu">diane.alston@usu.edu</a>>, Tim Collier <<a href="mailto:tcollier@uwyo.edu">tcollier@uwyo.edu</a>>, Justin Clement <<a href="mailto:justinclements@uidaho.edu">justinclements@uidaho.edu</a>>, Laura Lavine <<a href="mailto:lavine@wsu.edu">lavine@wsu.edu</a>>, Silvia Rondon <<a href="mailto:silvia.rondon@oregonstate.edu">silvia.rondon@oregonstate.edu</a>>, Matt Forister <<a href="mailto:mforister@unr.edu">mforister@unr.edu</a>>, Neil Tsutsui <<a href="mailto:ntsutsui@berkeley.edu">ntsutsui@berkeley.edu</a>>, Steven Nadler <<a href="mailto:sanadler@ucdavis.edu">sanadler@ucdavis.edu</a>>, Rick Redak <<a href="mailto:richard.redak@ucr.edu">richard.redak@ucr.edu</a>>, Mark Wright <<a href="mailto:markwrig@hawaii.edu">markwrig@hawaii.edu</a>>, Michelle Samuel-Foo <<a href="mailto:mfoo@alasu.edu">mfoo@alasu.edu</a>>, Hongmei Li-Byarlay <<a href="mailto:hli-byarlay@centralstate.edu">hli-byarlay@centralstate.edu</a>>, Lamberth B Kanga <<a href="mailto:lambert.kanga@famu.edu">lambert.kanga@famu.edu</a>>, Muhammad Haseeb <<a href="mailto:muhammad.haseeb@famu.edu">muhammad.haseeb@famu.edu</a>>, Thomas Webster <<a href="mailto:thomas.webster@kysu.edu">thomas.webster@kysu.edu</a>>, Rizana Mahroof <<a href="mailto:rmahroof@scsu.edu">rmahroof@scsu.edu</a>>, Simon Zebelo <<a href="mailto:sazebelo@umes.edu">sazebelo@umes.edu</a>>, DNaveen Kumar Dixit <<a href="mailto:fnaveenkumar@umes.edu">fnaveenkumar@umes.edu</a>>, Sean Schoville <<a href="mailto:sean.schoville@wisc.edu">sean.schoville@wisc.edu</a>>, Cohen, Zachary - ARS <<a href="mailto:Zachary.Cohen@usda.gov">Zachary.Cohen@usda.gov</a>>, Mike Crossley (<a href="mailto:crossley@udel.edu">crossley@udel.edu</a>) <<a href="mailto:crossley@udel.edu">crossley@udel.edu</a>>, Benjamin Pelissie <<a href="mailto:pelissieb@unk.edu">pelissieb@unk.edu</a>>, <a href="mailto:rgroves@wisc.edu">rgroves@wisc.edu</a> <<a href="mailto:rgroves@wisc.edu">rgroves@wisc.edu</a>>, <a href="mailto:swhitehead@vt.edu">swhitehead@vt.edu</a> <<a href="mailto:swhitehead@vt.edu">swhitehead@vt.edu</a>>, <a href="mailto:turcotte@pitt.edu">turcotte@pitt.edu</a> <<a href="mailto:turcotte@pitt.edu">turcotte@pitt.edu</a>><br></div><br><br>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Greetings. Please forward this email announcement to interested students.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Yolanda Chen<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ph. D. Graduate Assistantship </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Epigenetics and rapid evolution of insecticide resistance</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Insect Agroecology and Evolution Lab </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Dr. Yolanda Chen, Dept. of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Vermont</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Position availability: </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Fall 2023 </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Funding: </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">USDA AFRI and teaching assistantship funds </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Collaborators: </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Dr. Sean Schoville (Univ. of Wisconsin), Dr. Stephanie McKay (Univ. of Vermont), Dr. Russell Groves (Univ. of Wisconsin), and Dr. Joe Gunn (Univ. of Vermont) </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Position Description</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">: Agricultural insect pests show a remarkable ability to evolve resistance to insecticides; however, the evolutionary processes remain poorly understood. One possible
explanation is that insecticide exposure may alter epigenetic modifications, which alter heritable patterns of gene expression without actually changing the underlying DNA sequence. The Colorado potato beetle (CPB),
<i>Leptinotarsa decemlineata</i>, has been extraordinarily successful at adapting to all insecticide classes, including the neonicotinoid insecticide imidacloprid. As a research group, we are interested in understanding how epigenetics can contribute to rapid
evolution of insecticide resistance in CPB. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Within the broad framework of epigenetics and insecticide resistance evolution, the student will be able to develop a unique research program at the intersection between ecology, evolution, and agricultural entomology. Potential
topics could include transgenerational epigenetic inheritance, parent-of-origin effects, the relationship between DNA methylation and gene expression, germline stress and the mobility of transposable elements. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Requirements:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> B.S. in biology, evolution, ecology, genetics, or related fields. A Master’s is helpful but not required. Previous experience with entomology, molecular genetics, and
bioinformatic programming is also helpful but not required. Excellent written and oral communication skills are expected. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Graduate College at University of Vermont. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Lab environment:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> The Insect Agroecology and Lab strives to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sciences. We welcome all students that are interested in contributing to those
goals. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">To apply: </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Potential applicants should email the following: 1) a letter detailing why you are interested in the position, 2) a CV, and 3) an unofficial transcript to Prof. Yolanda Chen,
(</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><a href="mailto:Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue">Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">)
by Dec. 1 for full consideration. The applications will be reviewed internally to determine applicant suitability. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Interview locations: </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Dr. Chen will be able to meet with prospective students at the following meetings: </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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</span></span></span><u></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Entomological Society of America meeting in Vancouver, Canada Nov. 13-16, 2022.
<a href="https://www.entsoc.org/events/annual-meeting" target="_blank"><span style="color:blue">https://www.entsoc.org/events/annual-meeting</span></a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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</span></span></span><u></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Plant Animal Genome, San Diego, USA, Jan. 13-18, 2023.
<a href="https://www.intlpag.org/30/" target="_blank"><span style="color:blue">https://www.intlpag.org/30/</span></a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Following the initial internal review, all suitable applicants will need to submit an online application portal through the Graduate College before Jan. 15, 2023.
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><a href="https://www.uvm.edu/graduate/application_instructions" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue">https://www.uvm.edu/graduate/application_instructions</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:blue"> </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Dr. Yolanda Chen (she/her)<u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Professor <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Faculty Fellow – Gund Institute for the Environment<u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Department of Plant and Soil Science<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d"><a href="http://blog.uvm.edu/yfanslow/" target="_blank">Insect Agroecology and Evolution Lab</a><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<b>On Behalf Of </b>Yolanda Chen<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Tuesday, October 25, 2022 1:30 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> <a href="mailto:ECOLOGY-EVOLUTION@LIST.UVM.EDU" target="_blank">ECOLOGY-EVOLUTION@LIST.UVM.EDU</a><br>
<b>Subject:</b> Ph. D. Graduate Assistantship - Epigenetics and rapid evolution of insecticide resistance<u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Dear All,</span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">I hope you can help me spread forward this email to potential students.
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Thank you in advance!</span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Cheers,</span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Yolanda</span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Ph. D. Graduate Assistantship </span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Epigenetics and rapid evolution of insecticide resistance</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Insect Agroecology and Evolution Lab </span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Dr. Yolanda Chen, Dept. of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Vermont</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Position availability:
</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Fall 2023</span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Funding:
</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">USDA AFRI grant and teaching assistantship funds</span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Collaborators:
</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Dr. Sean Schoville (Univ. of Wisconsin), Dr. Stephanie McKay (Univ. of Vermont), Dr. Russell Groves (Univ. of Wisconsin), and Dr. Joe Gunn (Univ. of Vermont)</span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Position Description</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">: Agricultural
insect pests show a remarkable ability to evolve resistance to insecticides; however, the evolutionary processes remain poorly understood. One possible explanation is that insecticide exposure may alter epigenetic modifications, which alter heritable patterns
of gene expression without actually changing the underlying DNA sequence. The Colorado potato beetle (CPB),
<i>Leptinotarsa decemlineata</i>, has been extraordinarily successful at adapting to all insecticide classes, including the neonicotinoid insecticide imidacloprid. As a research group, we are interested in understanding how epigenetics can contribute to rapid
evolution of insecticide resistance in CPB. </span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Within the broad framework of epigenetics and insecticide resistance evolution, the student will be able to develop a unique research
program at the intersection between ecology, evolution, and agricultural entomology. Potential topics could include transgenerational epigenetic inheritance, parent-of-origin effects, the relationship between DNA methylation and gene expression, germline stress
and the mobility of transposable elements. </span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Requirements:</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> B.S. in biology, evolution,
ecology, genetics, or related fields. A Master’s is helpful but not required. Previous experience with entomology, molecular genetics, and bioinformatic programming is also helpful but not required. Excellent written and oral communication skills are expected.
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Graduate College at University of Vermont.</span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Lab environment:</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> The Insect Agroecology
and Lab strives to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sciences. We welcome all students that are interested in contributing to those goals. </span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">To apply:
</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Potential applicants should email the following: 1) a letter detailing why you are interested in the position, 2) a CV, and 3) an unofficial transcript to Prof. Yolanda
Chen, (</span></span><a href="mailto:Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu" target="_blank"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue">Yolanda.Chen@uvm.edu</span></span></a><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">)
by Dec. 1 for full consideration. The applications will be reviewed internally to determine applicant suitability. </span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Interview locations:
</span></b></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Dr. Chen will be able to meet with prospective students at the following meetings: </span></span><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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</span></span></span><u></u><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Entomological Society of America meeting in Vancouver, Canada Nov. 13-16, 2022.
</span></span><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://www.entsoc.org/events/annual-meeting" target="_blank"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="color:blue">https://www.entsoc.org/events/annual-meeting</span></span></a><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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</span></span></span><u></u><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Plant Animal Genome, San Diego, USA, Jan. 13-18, 2023.
</span></span><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://www.intlpag.org/30/" target="_blank"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="color:blue">https://www.intlpag.org/30/</span></span></a><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="m_5221852861539909864paragraph" style="vertical-align:baseline"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Following the initial internal review, all suitable applicants will need to submit an online application portal through the Graduate
College before Jan. 15, 2023. </span></span><a href="https://www.uvm.edu/graduate/application_instructions" target="_blank"><span class="m_5221852861539909864normaltextrun"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue">https://www.uvm.edu/graduate/application_instructions</span></span></a><span class="m_5221852861539909864eop"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue"> </span></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Dr. Yolanda Chen (she/her)</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Professor </span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Faculty Fellow – Gund Institute for the Environment</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Department of Plant and Soil Science</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">University of Vermont</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d"><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/63+Carrigan+Drive+%0D%0A+Burlington,+VT+05405?entry=gmail&source=g">63 Carrigan Drive</a></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d">Phone: (802) 656-2627</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1f497d"><a href="http://blog.uvm.edu/yfanslow/" target="_blank">Insect Agroecology and Evolution Lab</a></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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