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O sétimo “Dia Mundial do Fascínio das Plantas” 2024 (FoPD 2024) está a ser lançado por cientistas de plantas de todo o mundo sob a égide da European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO).
Pretende-se com esta iniciativa fazer com que o maior número possível de pessoas em todo o mundo desperte para o fascínio das plantas e para a importância do seu estudo na melhoria da agricultura e produção sustentável de alimentos, bem como para a horticultura, silvicultura e produção de bens não-alimentares, como papel, madeira, químicos, fármacos e energia. O papel determinante das plantas na conservação do meio ambiente será igualmente objeto de destaque.
Todos são bem vindos a participar desta iniciativa!
“Qual a semelhança entre a bactéria Xylella fastidiosa e a história do Cavalo de Troia?”:
Este ano celebramos novamente o Dia do Fascínio das Plantas, um momento para refletir sobre a importância vital que as plantas têm nas nossas vidas e no equilíbrio dos ecossistemas. As plantas são a fonte suprema de alimento e um dos mecanismos naturais mais importantes de energia renovável. Elas sustentam não apenas a vida humana, mas todo o conjunto de seres vivos no planeta.
Vivemos em numa era de episódios ambientais extremos e sem precedentes. A intervenção humana tem sido massiva, afetando quase todos os seres vivos e levando ao aparecimento de novas pragas e doenças que ameaçam a saúde global dos ecossistemas. Neste contexto, torna-se impossível avaliar qualquer interrupção no equilíbrio dos organismos vivos sem considerar todas as conexões que sustentam as suas vidas. Este é o fundamento do conceito de “One Health” (Uma Só Saúde), que reconhece a interdependência entre a saúde das plantas, dos animais, dos humanos e do meio ambiente.
Um exemplo concreto da importância do conceito de “One Health” é a bactéria Xylella fastidiosa. Esta é uma das bactérias mais perigosas para as plantas em todo o mundo, causando uma variedade de doenças com um impacto económico significativo na agricultura, em jardins públicos e no meio ambiente. A gestão da Xylella fastidiosa requer uma abordagem integrada que considere todos os aspetos do ecossistema, incluindo plantas, animais e o ambiente em que coexistem.
Para participarem desta abordagem integrada convidamos-vos a passar uma manhã connosco no Laboratório de Crises Fitossanitárias do INIAV onde poderão assistir a uma palestra informativa, observar e participar nos processos de diagnóstico da Xylella fastidiosa e proporem-se a fazer parte da Rede de Monitorização XF onde cada um de vós fará parte do Projeto de Investigação One-XF-Health
Para isso só de têm de inscrever na atividade que vai decorrer no dia 12 de Agosto de 2024
“Qual a semelhança entre a bactéria Xylella fastidiosa e a história do Cavalo de Troia?”:
Inscrições: Até dia 3 de agosto, inclusivé
Email: paula.sapereira@iniav.pt
Limite de inscrições : 10 cientistas
Serão selecionados os primeiros 10 inscritos.
“What is the similarity between the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa and the story of the Trojan Horse?”
This year we are once again celebrating Fascination of Plants Day, a time to reflect on the vital importance that plants have in our lives and in the balance of ecosystems. Plants are the ultimate source of food and one of the most important natural mechanisms of renewable energy. They sustain not only human life, but the entire set of living beings on the planet.
We live in an era of extreme and unprecedented environmental episodes. Human intervention has been massive, affecting almost all living beings and leading to the emergence of new pests and diseases that threaten the global health of ecosystems. In this context, it becomes impossible to assess any disruption to the balance of living organisms without considering all the connections that sustain their lives. This is the foundation of the “One Health” concept, which recognizes the interdependence between the health of plants, animals, humans and the environment.
A concrete example of the importance of the “One Health” concept is the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa. This is one of the most dangerous bacteria for plants worldwide, causing a variety of diseases with a significant economic impact on agriculture, public gardens and the environment.Managing Xylella fastidiosa requires an integrated approach that considers all aspects of the ecosystem, including plants, animals and the environment in which they coexist.To take part in this integrated approach, we invite you to spend a morning with us at INIAV’s Plant Health Crisis Laboratory, where you can attend an informative talk, observe and take part in Xylella fastidiosa diagnostic processes and propose to join the XF Monitoring Network, where each of you will be part of the One-XF-Health Research Project.
All you have to do is sign up for the activity that will take place on August 12, 2024
“What is the similarity between the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa and the story of the Trojan Horse?”:
Registration: Up to and including August 3
Email: paula.sapereira@iniav.pt
Registration limit: 10 scientists
The first 10 applicants will be selected
Join us at Bio.Natural@CBIOS (Lab E.1.5.) as we celebrate Fascination of Plants Day 2024 with an exciting event titled “Find out the Chemistry in Natural Bioactives!” Discover the fascinating world of natural bioactives through engaging demonstrations, an interactive example, and informative talks led by our Bio.Natural researchers. Learn how we extract, analyze, and utilize natural compounds from plants to develop innovative health solutions. This event is perfect for anyone interested in plant science, chemistry, and the cutting-edge research happening at our lab. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the incredible potential of nature’s chemical wonders!
Come visit the new Sensory Garden, opening on May 16th, and
join Flora de Portugal’s IV BioBlitz! We count on you to register more species and more observations in Paul de Tornada: https://www.biodiversity4all.org/…/iv-bioblitz-flora…
This session aims to address the potential of natural dyes on textile production. Natural dyes, used since time immemorial in dyeing textile fibers, present themselves as sustainable alternatives, as they are extracted from vegetable, mineral or animal sources and, therefore, offer a more sustainable option compared to synthetic dyes. However, it is important to recognize that they are not entirely free from environmental and other problems.
This presentation will list the main natural dyes used in the fabric dyeing process, focusing on the possibility of using local plants. In the same way, photodegradation and color reproducibility will be addressed, within the scope of the difficulties associated with the use of natural dyes at an industrial level.
Are you a researcher with an interest in Plants? This event is for you!
As the Fascination of Plants Day is approaching, we would be glad if you joined us for a Plant Tour at Vairão Agricultural Campus (Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade do Porto).
During the visit, you will be able to get to know where our plant researchers work with a quick tour from the lab to the field, both in GreenUPorto (https://www.fc.up.pt/GreenUPorto/) and in CIBIO (https://cibio.up.pt/), where their research groups will present their facilities and resources 🔬🧫🌾
Date: May 16th, 16h00- 18h30
Location: Vairão Campus
Following the tour, we will gather for a refreshing coffee break, to enjoy the sunset and foster discussions on how our community is standing and can continue to grow! 🌱
A special shuttle service from Vairão to Mindelo metro station will be available at 18h30m. Please confirm your attendance by registering at this link (https://forms.gle/7j23QDHARRTWUfd49).