From September 9-11, 2024, the Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center (DB NRRC), led by Dr. Yulin Jia, hosted the 2024 International Symposium of Rice Functional Genomics (ISRFGC) in Little Rock and Stuttgart, Arkansas. The event was co-organized with Dr. Rod Wing from the University of Arizona and Dr. Vibha Srivastava from the University of Arkansas, with support from ARS Stuttgart staff. The symposium celebrated the 20th anniversary of the rice genome sequence, highlighting its impact on rice production and protection. Opening remarks were given by Dr. Deacue Fields and other prominent leaders. Around 170 attendees participated in knowledge-sharing sessions and training, with a facility tour on September 11.

Dear Colleagues, On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we are pleased to invite you to Arkansas to participate in the 21st International Symposium on Rice Functional Genomics (ISRFG 2024), to be held on 09 - 11 September, 2024.

JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF TOURS, FIRESIDE CHATS, AND POSTER PRESENTATIONS

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024 4:30-7 P.M

Thomas W. Keating Bioresearch Building at 1657 E. Helen St., Tucson, AZ 85721.

Meet researchers behind the collaborations that forge innovative solutions for evolving disease, nutrition, water, and food safety challenges impacting Arizona and beyond. Not only do we make discoveries and create better technology, but we also transfer those innovations from the labs to our community.

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