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| MPGI Membership Categories Full members: These faculty have major research interests in molecular genetic and/or genomic approaches to studies of plants and/or microbes. They may be affiliated with any academic department of the University. New members may self-nominate, or be nominated by an existing member. Nominations must be approved by a 2/3 majority of members voting. Members must meet the expectations described below to retain full membership. The MPGI Steering Committee will review the membership annually. Faculty who do not meet the expectations for full membership may choose or may be asked by the Steering Committee to change their membership to the Associate level. Faculty who are resident in the Cargill Microbial and Plant Genomics Building are expected to maintain full membership in MPGI. Associate members: These faculty have interests in molecular genetic and/or genomic approaches to studies of plants and/or microbes. They will be kept informed of MPGI activities such as seminar series and retreats. Their opinions about issues of interest to MPGI may be solicited. There are no formal expectations for Associate members. Associate members may join MPGI simply by notifying the Director of MPGI. Benefits Many activities of MPGI are open to and benefit the entire University community. These include seminars, research retreats and opportunities to interact with faculty who have shared interests. In addition to the above mentioned benefits, Full members also have other benefits. These include eligibility to apply for financial resources available through MPGI, such as travel grants, small equipment grants, and graduate support. They also have the opportunity to present their research projects through the internal MPGI seminar series. They are kept informed about MPGI activities, have opportunities to provide opinions about issues relevant to MPGI, and vote on Institute-related issues. Some full members are assigned laboratory and/or office space in the Cargill building, following nomination by their department heads and subject to approval of the MPGI Steering Committee. Expectations Full members: To retain status as a Full member, faculty are expected to participate in the ongoing MPGI seminar series. The faculty member or a member of their research group may present the seminar. Faculty should be willing to share in the responsibility to serve on various MPGI committees and attend membership meetings. Faculty who are resident in the Cargill building should work with each other and the MPGI Director on matters relevant to the operation of the building. Associate members: There are no formal expectations for Associate members. They may be invited to participate in the seminar series, but are not obligated to do so. |
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