@KarnikLab

We study membrane traffic and ion transport mechanisms impacting plant growth & development 🌱 #CO2-sensing #immunity #climate #food-security @UofGSMB @UofGMVLS

 Glasgow, Scotland
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Joined October 2017
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Genetic markers of stomatal cluster development in Begoniaceae revealed through trait analysis assisted by interactive deep-learning (Thu Phan Ly, Bryan M Williams, et al) doi.org/10.1093/plphys/kiag4… @thu__ly @KarnikLab @UofGlasgow @rucha_karnik @ASPB #PlantSci
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Congratulations !! @thu__ly @KarnikLab_SCCLU @nythbran Bryan Williams @rucha_karnik
Rucha Karnik@rucha_karnikJul 14
✨ Excited ✨  to share Ly et al 2026 manuscript revealing potential new genetic markers for stomatal engineering through the analysis of stomatal cluster development in Begoniaceae #deep-learning #AI 🤖#stomata 🍃academic.oup.com/plphys/arti…

Genetic markers of stomatal cluster development in Begoniaceae revealed through trait analysis...

Stomatal parameter data for Begonias using a deep-learning platform reveal correlations for stomatal cluster-configurations. Combined quantitative trait lo

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Every once in a while when the ☀️ shines in Glasgow! @KarnikLab 😀😀😁
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UofG MVLS@UofGMVLSMar 20
We're proud to see the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences at the University of Glasgow recognised in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026 🌍 Our subjects now rank: 🔹 Top 50 in Medical & Health 🔹 Top 50 in Psychology
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New work on vesicle trafficking in relation to CO2 reveals that CO2-sensitive K+ channel traffic affects stomata and whole-plant water use, providing a novel perspective on #plant responses to #ClimateChange. 🔓Free access!⬇️ doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70269 @WileyLifeSci #PlantSci #JIPB
Schematic model illustrating CO2 regulation of KAT1 traffic dependent on SNARE SYP121.

ALT Schematic model illustrating CO2 regulation of KAT1 traffic dependent on SNARE SYP121.

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✨ Sharing #new publication! uncovering a new target for CO2-regulation in vesicle trafficking that provides a new perspective on plant responses to #climate change 🌱congratulations! @One__Fish @SakharamWaghma1 @rucha_karnik @LeverhulmeTrust @BBSRC doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70269

CO2‐sensitive K+ channel traffic affects stomata and whole‐plant water use

CO2-responsive regulation of membrane trafficking influences the density of the potassium ion (K+) channel KAT1 at the plasma membrane. CO2-sensitive traffic, dependent on trafficking by the SNARE...

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Sci-Seedlets@SciSeedletsFeb 18
We need more #plantscientists !!doi.org/10.1002/ppp3.70115

A manifesto for plant science education

Plants provide oxygen, food, shelter, medicines and environmental services, without which human society could not exist. Tackling pressing and global challenges requires well-trained plant scientis...

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🌟PhD studentship @KarnikLab researching a novel climate sensing module in plants. Working with the fascinating Begonia species, the student will engage in cross disciplinary research in molecular cell biology. findaphd.com/phds/project/fu…
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UofG MVLS@UofGMVLS22 Sep 2025
A big #TeamUofG welcome to all #MVLS students starting or continuing their journey with us this week ♥️ Wishing you every success and a fantastic year ahead!
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We are now working to make Sci-Seedlets kit resources available to schools across the UK for 2026 (Feb/Mar). If you are interested to use the kits in classrooms and/or to support the project, please complete the form.👇 Thank you! #stemeducation #teachers forms.cloud.microsoft/e/2aE2…

Please fill out this form

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It’s happening!!! Plant Biology Classroom lessons supported by @SciSeedlets all-in-box Leaf Zoom & AMAiZING Maize kits 📦 Many thanks to the 18 schools across Scotland participating 🌱 and @EdinaTrust @BBSRC IAA @UofgI for funding 💫
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Don't miss out on the Sci Seedlets Online Showcase happening this Monday at 3:30 PM! Your opportunity to engage with STEM learning & teaching kits. Details and to get tickets. #SciSeedlets #STEMlearning #OnlineShowcase #GetInvolved #ScienceEducation 🌱🔬 eventbrite.com
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UofG MVLS@UofGMVLS4 Aug 2025
🌿 Ever wondered what’s beyond the main campus? Soar above the stunning MVLS Garscube Campus, a hidden gem just outside the city centre. From world-leading research to peaceful green spaces, it’s a side of the University you might not know exists. 🚁✨
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📣 Register here for Sci Seedlets Online Showcase & Workshop lnkd.in/e76n-JGH Led by @UofGMVLS scientists to bring together #teachers, educators and #STEM-leaders interested in using Sci-Seedlets Plant Biology Classroom teaching kits Sept2025.

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Sci-Seedlets@SciSeedlets7 Jul 2025
📢Registration open! for @SciSeedlets online Teachers’ workshop for Plant & Climate Curriculum Lesson-in-a-box resources for Primary School teaching. Monday 1st September 3.30-5pm 🌱 #STEM #EDI @UofgI @UofGMVLS @plantsciglasgow @UofGlasgow Book 👉🏼 rb.gy/immjkh
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We will be sending out kits to schools for teachers to include in their classroom curriculum teaching Primary 3-7 classes. Many thanks to @UofGSMB and @UofgI teams for making this possible.
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📢Registration open! for @SciSeedlets online Teachers’ workshop for Plant & Climate Curriculum Lesson-in-a-box resources for Primary School teaching. Monday 1st September 3.30-5pm 🌱 #STEM #EDI @UofgI @UofGMVLS @plantsciglasgow @UofGlasgow Book 👉🏼 rb.gy/immjkh – at Glasgow, Scotland
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🍾@KarnikLab is proudly celebrates Dr @One__Fish graduation #PhD #Plant Science @UofGlasgow @plantsciglasgow 💫
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💫 I’m chuffed to share that I will soon be starting a new phase of my academic journey as Professor 🌱 @UofGSMB I’m very grateful to @UofGMVLS for this incredible opportunity. A huge thank you to everyone and @KarnikLab members who continue supporting me. #plantscience
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We're proud to have placed 79th in the world and 12th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings! The rankings evaluate over 1,500 institutions worldwide 🌎 More: gla.ac/4kOsg5O #QSWUR2026 #TeamUofG #TopUnis
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