Plant-Herbivore Interaction Conference

The Plant-Herbivore Interaction Conference is a premier international scientific conference dedicated to advancing research in the interactions between plants and herbivores. This event is designed for scientists from all career stages who are interested in the genetic, ecological, and evolutionary dynamics of plant-herbivore interactions. It serves as a platform to discuss cutting-edge and unpublished research, fostering informal interactions and discussions among participants. The conference will take place at the Staybridge Suites Oxnard - River Ridge, located in Oxnard, California, and aims to create a sense of community and collaboration among attendees through shared meals and networking opportunities.The conference will feature a diverse array of speakers and discussion leaders from various institutions and organizations around the world. Key themes will include how genetic and chemical traits in plants influence herbivore behavior and performance, the effects of environmental variation on these interactions, and the broader implications for ecosystem processes such as carbon and nutrient cycling. Sessions will cover topics like genetic mechanisms of plant defense, sensory and behavioral adaptations in herbivores, and the role of microbes in plant-herbivore dynamics. Additionally, the conference will include poster sessions where participants can present their research, alongside organized discussions aimed at promoting professional development. This year’s event will also be preceded by a Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) specifically for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, further enriching the discourse on plant-herbivore interactions. This conference aims to bridge the gap between genetic-level mechanisms and ecosystem-level patterns, driving forward the next phase of research in this vital area of ecology.