Biolaitos March 2024

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Thank you!
by Reetta Hämäläinen 18 Mar '24

18 Mar '24

Dear everyone, Thank you so much for all the support during my PhD journey and my defence on Friday. Your support has made all the difference, and it means the world to me! I would like to also thank you for the amazing gift. I was really overwhelmed by your thoughtfulness and generosity! Warm regards, Reetta

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Thank you!
by Reetta Hämäläinen 18 Mar '24

18 Mar '24

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Supervisors of master's thesis, please check this!
by Lumi Viljakainen 18 Mar '24

18 Mar '24

Hei, Supervisors of master's thesis, please check that your student has written a contribution paragraph in their thesis. They can find the instructions in the Moodle space for the Master of Science Seminar. I also provide the instructions below, in Finnish and English: --- Kontribuutio-kappaleessa, joka kirjoitetaan lähdeluettelon perään ilman omaa otsikkoa, opiskelija kuvailee tuottavan tekoälyn ja tekoälyavusteisten teknologioiden käytön opinnäytetyön kirjoittamisessa. Mikäli tuottavaa tekoälyä tai tekoälyavusteisia teknologioita ei ole käytetty, opiskelija ilmoittaa tämän kontribuutiossa. Kontribuution tulee olla muotoiltu seuraavasti: Tämän opinnäytetyön suunnittelussa ja kirjoittamisessa käytin [tuottavan tekoälyn tai tekoälyavusteisen teknologian nimi] [käytön tarkoituksen kuvaus]. Olen tarkistanut sisällön ja muokannut sitä tarvittaessa ja otan siitä täyden vastuun. Tai vaihtoehtoisesti: En ole käyttänyt tuottavaa tekoälyä tai tekoälyavusteista teknologiaa opinnäytetyöni suunnittelussa ja kirjoittamisessa. Otan täyden vastuun opinnäytetyöni sisällöstä. --- The student writes a Contribution at the end of their thesis, after references without any specific title. In the Contribution, the student describes the use of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in writing their thesis. If generative AI or AI-assisted technologies were not used, the student declares this in the Contribution. The Contribution should be formatted as follows: In planning and writing this thesis I used [name of the generative AI or AI-assisted technology] to [description of the purpose]. I have checked and edited the content as needed and take full responsibility for it. Or alternatively: I have not used generative AI or AI-assisted technology in the planning and writing of my thesis. I take full responsibility for the content of my thesis. --- If this hasn't been written I have to return the thesis for revision. Thanks for your help in avoiding the extra work! Best wishes, Lumi Viljakainen Director of the Degree Programme in Biology -- Lumi Viljakainen, Ph.D. University Lecturer Ecology and Genetics Research Unit P.O. Box 3000 90014 University of Oulu tel: +358 29 448 1530 https://www.oulu.fi/en/researchers/lumi-viljakainen

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Invitation: Special Guest Seminar
by Carolina De La Rosa Zapata 18 Mar '24

18 Mar '24

[cid:c966ba6d-f957-466f-9733-0e4ce6c39a78] Join us to listen to the presentations by Visiting Fellows of the Biodiverse Anthropocenes program, as they share insights into their research, experiences at the Programme and the University of Oulu. Engage in discussion on Wednesday, March 28th, from 9:00 to 11:00 at Tellus Frost Club. Register Here<https://link.webropol.com/s/sgs> by March 25th Our Guest Speakers are, Doctoral scholar Drashti Parmar, Dr. Yulei Guo and Dr. Łukasz Trębicki. Drashti Parmar is an evolutionary biologist who is currently is pursuing her doctoral degree at Nicolaus Copernicus University in Poland. She is originally from the vibrant city of Gandhinagar, India. She is currently focused on exploring the remarkable world of blowflies (Calliphoridae), creatures of medical, forensic and veterinary significance. "Buzzing Beauties: Delving into Blowfly Biodiversity and Beyond" Dive into the intriguing realm of blowflies as we unravel the mysteries surrounding these fascinating insects. This talk delves into the journey from past research endeavors in conservation and evolutionary genetics to the current focus on creating a global barcode library for blowflies. Offering insights into biodiversity conservation, forensic science, and the intricate dynamics of ecosystems, this exploration sheds light on the vital role played by nature's tiny detectives. Join us for a captivating exploration of blowflies and their significance in the natural world. Dr. Łukasz Trębicki: is an arachnologist from University of Lodz in Poland. He is interested in the integrative taxonomy, biogeography, and evolution of jumping spiders from the Australian and Oriental Zoogeographic Regions. "Cutie and mysterious – studies on jumping spiders from tropical SE Asia and Australia" In this presentation, Łukasz will introduce you with great diversity of jumping spiders – the most speciose spider family. The family of jumping spiders (Salticidae) includes almost 6700 species, characterised by a variety of body forms and habits. Salticidae evolved the unique high-resolution eyes to rapidly modify hunting strategy and to evaluate complexity of courtship behaviours. Some genera – like peacock spiders, with their rich ornaments and variety of mating behaviours, are competing with tropical birds-of-paradise. Based on lesser known salticids, Łukasz will emphasise the importance of integrative taxonomy in spider studies, including aspects of research based on historical museum collections and specimens collected during the expeditions to the tropics as well. Łukasz will talk about the species diversity and distributions, hidden morphology, unclear species boundaries, and finally how little-studied groups may become interesting model organisms. Dr. Yulei Guo is a Chengdu based researcher and dedicated advocate for wildlife conservation. She is currently working on her book "Panda Fandom." Her vision: fostering harmonious coexistence between humans and pandas. "Panda fandom: An Ecosomatic Dance with Nature" Panda fandom begins with a passion and love for one of the cutest animals on this planet. This devotion to pandas has shaped a lifestyle for a community of human participants whose identity and life experiences are built around the giant panda. The heroes of this research project are not giant panda experts, professionals, or scientists who traditionally claim their understanding of and knowledge about the animal, but ordinary people who have cultivated their relationship with the animal through what I term the “ecosomatic dance”. This project asks whether the ecosomatic dance with nature can help us reimagine our relationship with and existence on this planet. Feel free to share! Carolina De la Rosa Coordinator Biodiverse Anthropocenes Ecology and Genetics Research Unit Faculty of Science P.O. Box 8000 FI-00014 University of Oulu

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Namrata Baruah- väitöslahjakeräys / Thesis Gift-collection fot Namrata Baruah
by Jouni Aspi 18 Mar '24

18 Mar '24

Namrata Baruah väittelee perjantaina 5.4.2024 klo 12.00 IT 115 -salissa Väitöslahjakeräykseen voi osallistua -tilisiirto FI25 3131 3001 9802 34 (viitteeksi "Namrata", oma nimesi) -käteinen B107 (In vitro- lab.) /Taina Uusitalo Viitetekstin käyttö ehdoton, koska muitakin keräyksiä on meneillään. Pyydämme ystävällisesti Sinua osallistumaan keräykseen tiistaihin 2.4.2024 mennessä. Namrata Baruah will defend her doctoral thesis on Friday, April 5th 2024 at 12:00 In IT 115 If you want to participate in the thesis gift-collection, please bring your donation -bank transfer FI25 3131 3001 9802 34 ( reference text "Namrata, and your own name) -cash B107 (In vitro-lab/ Taina Uusitalo) Please, kindly bring your donation by Tuesday, April 2nd Ystävällisin terveisin/ With Best Regards, Taina Uusitalo

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Maisteriseminaari keskiviikkona 20.3. / Master's seminar on Wednesday 20.3.
by Veli-Matti Pakanen 18 Mar '24

18 Mar '24

Heippa kaikille, Seuraava maisteriseminaari on keskiviikkona 20. maaliskuuta. Muistakaa kirjautua zoomiin omalla nimellä. Suoritusta ei voida kirjata muuten. Hello everyone, The next master’s seminar will be on Wednesday 20th of March. Remember to use your name in zoom. https://oulu.zoom.us/j/64668752013 20.3.2024 Wednesday Time Speaker Title Opponent Plan/ Result Professor Supervisors 14.15 Jessica Leskinen Sukupuolen, pesimästatuksen ja maantieteellisen sijainnin vaikutus maakotkan lentomäärään ja elinpiirin kokoon pesimäaikana Suomessa Atte Flinkkilä Results Timo Muotka Veli-Matti Pakanen & Antti Pöllänen

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Mukta Joshi's PhD gift collection
by Heikki Helanterä 15 Mar '24

15 Mar '24

Hi Everyone, Our dear Mukta Joshi is going to defend her thesis soon in April. We would like to collect contributions to get her a farewell gift. If you would like to contribute to a joint gift, please send it to the following with the message 'Mukta's gift': Account Holder Name: Maria Khan Bank transfer: FI76 1107 3500 9309 65 MobilePay: +358449245830 We hope to hear from you soon. Best Regards, Maria Khan, Niina Kiljunen, and Akshaye Bhambore

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Fwd: Invitation: Monthly Community Gathering 26.3. 9am Academic Responsibility Spotlight: Children's Rights in Gaza
by Maria Khan 15 Mar '24

15 Mar '24

Hi Everyone, Please see this invitation from Inka Laisi where Guest Speaker Pauliina Rautio will speak about the rights of children in Gaza. Best Regards, Maria Khan Doctoral Researcher, I4World Ecology and Genetics Research Unit University of Oulu From: Inka Laisi Sent: perjantai 15. maaliskuuta 2024 11.12 To: opiskeluntuki(a)oulu.fi; 'phd-students(a)lists.oulu.fi' <phd-students(a)lists.oulu.fi>; international-students(a)lists.oulu.fi; students(a)lists.oulu.fi; staff(a)lists.oulu.fi Subject: Invitation: Monthly Community Gathering 26.3. 9am Academic Responsibility Spotlight: Children's Rights in Gaza Dear colleagues, welcome to the next community gathering event, this time about children’s rights & academic responsibility! Academic Responsibility Spotlight: Children's Rights in Gaza - Monthly Community Gathering 26.3.2024 9.00 - 11.00 Tellus Stage Event on Patio<https://patio.oulu.fi/en/events/academic-responsibility-spotlight-childrens…> In Finnish below Join us for our Monthly Community Gathering as we shine a spotlight on Academic Responsibility, focusing on the urgent issue of Children's Rights in Gaza. In this engaging and thought-provoking event, we delve into the ethical obligation of academia to address the challenges faced by children in conflict zones. Through insightful discussions, presentations, and interactive dialogue, we aim to raise awareness and foster a deeper understanding of the plight of these vulnerable populations. Together, we explore how academic research and advocacy can play a pivotal role in advocating for the rights and well-being of children in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of collective action and social responsibility. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a meaningful conversation and contribute to positive change in our global community. On the Agenda: Guest Speaker: Pauliina Rautio, Senior Research Fellow at Oulu University, on the Children's Rights in Gaza and Our Global Social Responsibility to speak up Film screening: "Born in Gaza" What to Expect: * Insight into the current war in Gaza. More specifically on children casualties due to war and starvation. * Information on the challenges faced by children in the region and how education can empower them. * Interactive session encouraging community involvement and discussion. * Networking opportunities with like-minded individuals passionate about social justice and education. This time we encourage you all to speak, express yourself, brainstorm ideas together with like-minded individuals and play your part for global social justice! Academic Responsibility Spotlight is a monthly community gathering series organized by University of Oulu students and staff, held on the last Tuesday of every month. [A child holding a rocket Description automatically generated] SUOMEKSI Tule mukaan kasvattamaan tietoisuutta lasten kohtaamista haasteista sota-alueilla ja tarkastelemaan akatemian roolia lasten oikeuksien puolustajana. Edistä positiivista muutosta globaalissa yhteisössämme. Puhujavieras: Pauliina Rautio, yliopistotutkija Elokuvanäytös: "Born in Gaza" Mitä odottaa: - Tietoa Gazan nykytilanteesta, erityisesti lasten siviiliuhreista sodan ja nälänhädän seurauksena. - Tietoa alueen lasten kohtaamista haasteista ja siitä, miten koulutus auttaa heitä. - Vuorovaikutteinen osuus, joka kannustaa yhteisöä osallistumaan ja keskustelemaan. - Mahdollisuudet verkostoitua samanmielisten yksilöiden kanssa, jotka ovat intohimoisia sosiaalisen oikeudenmukaisuuden ja koulutuksen puolestapuhujia. Akateemisen Vastuun Valokeilassa on Oulun yliopiston opiskelijoiden ja henkilökunnan järjestämä kuukausittainen yhteisökokoontumissarja, joka pidetään joka kuukauden viimeisenä tiistaina. Seuraa meitä uudella Instagram-tilillämme: https://www.instagram.com/palestineunioulu Muista tilata uutiset ja tapahtumat Telegram-kanavalta: https://t.me/PalestineUniOulu Ystävällisin terveisin / Best regards, Inka Laisi doctoral researcher Small Matters project

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reminder: Biology Thursday seminar today: Ville Friman on phytopathogenic bacterium and viral parasites
by Heikki Helanterä 14 Mar '24

14 Mar '24

Dear colleagues, don't forget today's Biology Thursday seminar online (link below) on the 14th of March, 12:15 with Prof. Ville-Petri Friman (Department of Microbiology, Univ. Helsinki) on Ecology and evolution of phytopathogenic bacterium and its viral parasites in plant rhizosphere microbiomes Abstract: Bacterial viruses - phages - shape the structure of natural bacterial communities via the direct killing of cells and by imposing selection for the evolution of phage resistance. While phages are abundant in environmental microbiomes, their effects on phytopathogenic Ralstonia solanacearum bacterium, rhizosphere bacterial communities and associated plants are poorly understood. In this talk, I will provide an overview for our current work conducted in both UK and China. We find that Ralstonia-specific phages are common in aquatic and soil environments and can be isolated from agricultural and non-crop reservoir plant hosts. While phage resistance is common, it varies in both space and time. Phages can be used to control R. solanacearum infections in planta, and while phage resistance evolves rapidly it is often costly, leading to trade-offs with pathogen virulence and competitiveness. Together, our findings suggest that R. solanacearum commonly interacts with phages in natural microbiomes, which could affect pathogen distribution, evolution, and responses to phage biocontrol applications. More on his research at: https://villefrimanscience.weebly.com/ See you soon! Heikki Heikki Helanterä is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://oulu.zoom.us/j/62917763539?pwd=WENZRy9Bb3NlSzlyeVlVamJ4RHR5Zz09 Meeting ID: 629 1776 3539 Passcode: 166151 =============================================== Heikki Helanterä Professor Ekologian ja genetiikan tutkimusyksikkö / Ecology and Genetics Research Unit Oulun Yliopisto / University of Oulu / Finland heikki.helantera(a)oulu.fi<mailto:heikki.helantera@oulu.fi> +358 50 4700 545

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No unit meeting 15th March!
by Heikki Helanterä 14 Mar '24

14 Mar '24

There will be no unit meeting this week (15th March) as Reetta's defence is taking place at the same time (info in the attachment)! Next week's unit meeting will have a (remote) visitor: Tiina Jounio from the library's Open publishing services will join us to and tell us about the policies and contracts and how the world functions from the library's point of view! Cheers, Heikki =============================================== Heikki Helanterä Professor Ekologian ja genetiikan tutkimusyksikkö / Ecology and Genetics Research Unit Oulun Yliopisto / University of Oulu / Finland heikki.helantera(a)oulu.fi<mailto:heikki.helantera@oulu.fi> +358 50 4700 545

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