2025 July 28th to August 1st – San Juan, Puerto Rico, main event will be at Inter American University of Puerto Rico Metro Campus and the closing banquet will be at Barranquitas campus.
(10) Nuevas Residencias Estudiantiles Inter Metro / New Inter Metro Student Residences - YouTube
Prepare for an unparalleled gathering of scientific discovery and collaboration! PSA 2025 will take place in Puerto Rico from July 28th to August 1st, 2024, hosted by the Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Barranquitas and Metro campuses. This event promises an immersive exploration of innovative ideas, groundbreaking research, and dynamic discussions, bridging the micro and macro worlds of algal science.
Registration and Call for Abstracts open soon.
PSA Abstract Preparation Guide
Because program abstracts are now being archived along with meeting websites, they have become a resource to be consulted by the phycological community. Thus, the Scientific Program Committee is resolved to pay close attention to all submitted abstracts. An abstract should be informative and representative of the presentation, emphasizing data and results rather than methodology. Abstracts containing text such as "...data will be presented..." or "...conclusions will be discussed..." will be returned to submitters for revision.
All abstracts must be in English, using metric units. Do not include illustrations, figures, or photos. Please prepare your abstracy, labeled the filename as (Last name)_(First & Middle initial)_(Presentation type) (e.g., Huang_IW_oral).
Adhere to the following format, as demonstrated in the Sample Abstract below. Submissions that do not follow this format will be returned to authors for revision or may be rejected for consideration in the Scientific Program.
Authorship
Please use initials only for authors’ first and middle names. If individuals are authors on multiple abstracts, please be consistent in the formatting of their names (i.e., use of middle initial, suffixes such as Jr., III, etc.). Include contact emails for all authors.
Title
The title of the abstract must be in ALL CAPS and must not exceed 160 characters (including spaces).
Abstract Body
The body of the abstract must adhere to a maximum count of 1600 characters (including spaces), exclusive of title and author citations.
More questions, please contact Wade Huang - wade76924sci@gmail.com.
Tentative Schedule
Plenary Speakers
The conference features an exceptional lineup of distinguished speakers:
Dr. Sylvia Earle
Renowned as “Her Deepness,” Dr. Sylvia Earle is a trailblazing marine biologist and ocean advocate. A pioneer in SCUBA-based marine research, Earle has authored over 200 publications and led groundbreaking underwater missions, including the all-female Tektite II project. She was NOAA’s first female Chief Scientist and founded Mission Blue to promote marine conservation. A National Geographic Explorer, Earle remains a global voice for ocean preservation.
Dr. J. Mark Cock
Dr. J. Mark Cock, a research scientist at Roscoff Marine Station in France, has revolutionized brown algal research. He developed Ectocarpus as a genetic and genomic model, spearheading the sequencing of its genome and advancing genetic tools such as CRISPR-Cas9. His research has uncovered key insights into the Ectocarpus life cycle, chromatin dynamics, and sex chromosomes. Recently, he led the Phaeoexplorer project, generating 67 complete genomes and deepening our understanding of Phaeophyceae evolution.
Dr. Elisabeth Varga
Dr. Elisabeth Varga, assistant professor at the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna, specializes in Food and Environmental Analysis. Her research bridges analytical chemistry and toxicology, focusing on biotoxins and ichthyotoxic compounds from microalgae such as Prymnesium, Karlodinium, and Alexandrium. An expert in liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, Dr. Varga explores the structure and action of these compounds to advance understanding of algal toxicity.
Dr. Arthur R. Grossman
Dr. Arthur R. Grossman, Staff Scientist at the Carnegie Institution for Science and courtesy professor at Stanford University, is renowned for his contributions to plant biology and photosynthesis research. Leader of the groundbreaking Chlamydomonas genome project, Grossman has mentored over 50 students and postdocs, authored seminal publications, and received prestigious awards, including the Darbaker Prize and the Gilbert Morgan Smith Medal. He recently co-authored the Chlamydomonas Sourcebook (2023).
Mid-week Workshops/Field Trips
1. Adventure at El Yunque National Park
Led by Dr. Jeffrey Johansen, participants will have the opportunity to learn how nature was forged on the anvil – “El Yunque.” This lush rainforest, shaped by time and elements, provides a unique habitat for diverse algae species. Exploring its streams and surfaces, attendees will uncover algae’s ecological roles, resilience, and evolutionary adaptations.
More information is coming soon!