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Transcriptome Sequences Resolve Deep Relationships Of The Grape Family, Jun Wen, Zhiqiang Xiong, Ze-Long Nie, Likai Mao, Yabing Zhu, Xian-Zhao Kan, Stefanie M. Ickert-Bond, Jean Gerrath, Elizabeth A. Zimmer, Xiao-Dong Fang

Faculty Work

Previous phylogenetic studies of the grape family (Vitaceae) yielded poorly resolved deep relationships, thus impeding our understanding of the evolution of the family. Next-generation sequencing now offers access to protein coding sequences very easily, quickly and cost-effectively. To improve upon earlier work, we extracted 417 orthologous single-copy nuclear genes from the transcriptomes of 15 species of the Vitaceae, covering its phylogenetic diversity. The resulting transcriptome phylogeny provides robust support for the deep relationships, showing the phylogenetic utility of transcriptome data for plants over a time scale at least since the mid-Cretaceous. The pros and cons of transcriptome data for phylogenetic …

Isso Weekly Newsletter, August 30, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY: First Friday party
-- Fall 2013 Orientation Photos
-- ISSO Closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 2
-- National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium Day Trip September 14
-- International Student Promoters (ISP) Potential Panther Training Session
-- Student Organization Fair September 4
-- Family Weekend at UNI September 6-8
-- Threehouse Foundation Wes Fest Block Party September 8
-- Important Information About NEW/RENEWED Iowa Driver's Licenses
-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Want to Get Involved? Visit the Student Involvement Center
-- ISSO Office Hours
-- Reminder to like our Facebook …

Isso Weekly Newsletter, August 23, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- Welcome Reception for New and Returning International Students
-- International Friendship Program Student Applications Due Today
-- International Bank Payments Using peerTransfer
-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund
-- In Need of a New Phone?
-- Roommate Wanted
-- ISSO Office Hours
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, August 16, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Welcome New Students!
-- Welcome Reception for New and Returning International Students
-- P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund
-- University Mills Student Housing
-- Furnished Room for Rent
-- Car for Sale
-- ISSO Office Hours
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, August 8, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Live to 9 Concert Series August 9
-- Movies Under the Moon in Overman Park August 9
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball August 8
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

2013 Summer Undergraduate Research Program, University Of Northern Iowa. Summer Undergraduate Research Program.

Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) Symposium Programs

The program for the Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium of the College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences.

Isso Weekly Newsletter, August 1, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- International Culture Day August 3 at World's Window
-- Iowa Irish Fest August 2-4
-- Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band August 3
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball August 2
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

The Update, August/September 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Humanities, Arts And Sciences.

Update

Inside this issue:

-- By the Light: Noah Doely Exhibits "Above and Below" San Diego Museum of Art
-- Regular Feature - Department News
-- EPSCoR Outreach at Iowa State Fair
-- Regular Feature - School of Music Events
-- Excellence in Teaching with Technology Award - Dr. Jim O'Laughlin
-- Ready, Set Go! Physics of Mario Kart Camp
-- New Program: Interactive Digital Studies (IDS)
-- Alumni Spotlight - Eden Neuendorf (Theatre)
-- Alumni Spotlight - Lora Meyers (Technology)
-- Student Spotlight - Valyn Reinig (Communication Studies)
-- Feminist Excellence in Research Award - Johanna Ganz
-- Biology Alumni …

Isso Weekly Newsletter, July 25, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Archived Newsletters on ISSO website
-- Movies Under the Moon July 26
-- Live to 9 Concert Series July 26
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball July 27
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, July 18, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Archived Newsletters on ISSO website
-- Fraud Alert - International Student Scam
-- BBQ'Loo & Blues Too July 19-20
-- Bicycles Available
-- Furniture Available
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball July 18
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, July 11, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Photos of Activities Posted on ISSO website
-- Take This ISIC Survey for a Chance to Win Amazing Prizes
-- Activity to Support Cedar Rock State Park
-- Movies Under the Moon - ET - July 12
-- The Live to 9 Concert Series July 12
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball July 12 Doubleheader
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Uni Schedule Of Classes, Summer 2013, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Schedule of Classes

A listing and schedule of the courses being taught as well as policies and procedures concerning attending classes at the University of Northern Iowa.

Cristal (Chemistry Resources And Instructional Strategies For Teaching All Learners For Ms & Hs Chemistry), Jody Stone

K-12 Curriculum Supplements

The CRISTAL program was developed for the purpose of (1) increasing the number of quality laboratory experiences carried out in high school chemistry classes (2) providing learning activities designed to stimulate the development of reasoning/problem-solving skills and (3) providing chemistry teachers with ideas and strategies for creating a more student-centered classroom. The intended audience is all students enrolled in high school chemistry, especially those students needing additional motivation for learning chemistry.

The CRISTAL materials include a teacher's resource manual containing over 100 activities. These laboratories are arranged in a learning cycle format involving exploratory and application activities. One or more …

Isso Weekly Newsletter, June 27, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Important I-94 Information
-- Live Jazz by Hands of Time June 27
-- Sturgis Falls Celebration June 27-30
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball
-- Available sublease August 17-January 2
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, June 13, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- CIEP Student Custodial Position
-- College Hill Arts Festival
-- Movies Under the Moon in Overman Park June 21
-- June's Student Health 101 is now available
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, June 6, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- New International Student Advisor
-- Meet the new UNI President
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, July 3, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Closed July 4-5
-- ISSO Summer Open House July 9 from 1-3 pm
-- ISSO Office Has Moved
-- Dr. Nadia Korobova Awarded Fulbright Grant
-- Cedar Valley Jaycees Fireworks Festival July 6
-- Waterloo Bucks Baseball July 4 Fireworks
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Isso Weekly Newsletter, May 29, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. International Students And Scholars Office.

ISSO Weekly Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- ISSO Office Closed on Thursday and Friday, May 30-31
-- ISSO Summer Office Hours
-- Things to Do in the Summer
-- Reminder to like our Facebook page
-- ISSO - Enhancing International Experiences

Postville Making Progress 5 Years After Immigration Raid

Postville Project Documents

An editorial in the May 12, 2013, Courier, a Waterloo and Cedar Falls, Iowa newspaper, about the progress the town of Postville, Iowa, has made five years after the Postville Immigration Raid of 2008.

Ists, May 2013, Iowa Academy Of Science

ISTS Newsletter

In this issue:

--Messages

--NGSS News

--Conference Preview

--News

--Opportunities

--Space Place News

Postville High School 2013 Commencement Program, Postville High School

Postville Project Documents

The program for the 2013 Postville High School commencement ceremony.

Csbs Kudos, May 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. College Of Social And Behavioral Sciences.

CSBS Kudos

Contents:

-- CSBS Student Research Conference Held in April
-- Alumni on Campus

-- 2013 Distinguished Alumni Day

-- Psychology welcomes alumnus from Australia

-- Faculty & Staff Kudos
-- Center for Social & Behavioral Research news
-- CSBS Retirements & Farewells
-- In memoriam: Ruth Bluford Anderson, Thomas G. Ryan
-- Student Kudos
-- Alumni Kudos
-- The Year in Pictures

Knox1 Genes Regulate Lignin Deposition And Composition In Monocots And Dicots, Brad T. Townsley, Neelima R. Sinha, Julie Kang

Faculty Work

Plant secondary cell walls are deposited mostly in vascular tissues such as xylem vessels, tracheids, and fibers. These cell walls are composed of a complex matrix of compounds including cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin. Lignin functions primarily to maintain the structural and mechanical integrity of both the transport vessel and the entire plant itself. Since lignin has been identified as a major source of biomass for biofuels, regulation of secondary cell wall biosynthesis has been a topic of much recent investigation. Biosynthesis and patterning of lignin involves many developmental and environmental cues including evolutionarily conserved transcriptional regulatory modules and hormonal signals. …

Annual Graduate Faculty Meeting [Program], April 18, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. Graduate College.

Annual Graduate Faculty Meeting & Awards Ceremony Programs

No abstract provided.

Honors Research Conference [Program] April 13, 2013, University Of Northern Iowa

Honors Research Day Programs

No abstract provided.

Sixth Annual Uni Graduate Student Symposium [Program], 2013, University Of Northern Iowa

Annual Graduate Student Symposium Programs

Table of Contents
Welcome Letter from Dr. Michael Licari ••• 1
Listing of Judges, Notes ••• 2 - 3
Oral Presentations Listed by Room, in Order of Presentation ••• 4 - 7
Poster Presentations Listed by Presentation Type, Last Name ••• 8 - 12
Creative Performances Listed in Order of Performance ••• 13 - 14
Acknowledgements, Past Award Winners ••• 15 - 17 Alphabetical Listing of Participants ••• 17

Uni Schedule Of Classes, Spring 2013, University Of Northern Iowa

UNI Schedule of Classes

A listing and schedule of the courses being taught as well as policies and procedures concerning attending classes at the University of Northern Iowa.

Academic Affairs Report, Spring 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. Office Of The Provost And Executive Vice President For Academic Affairs.

Academic Affairs Update

Inside this issue:

-- A Letter from Provost Gloria Gibson
-- Interview with incoming UNI President Bill Ruud
-- Interview with UNI President Ben Allen
-- UNI I am...Academic Staff Profiles
-- New Initiatives in Languages at UNI
-- UNI Capacity Building Grants Benefit Faculty Research
-- Next Year's Common Read "The American Way of Eating"
-- IINspire LSAMP Grant
-- Peter Seldin: Guest Speaker for the Fall Faculty Workshop, August 22, 2013
-- Sustainability Dialogue & Action
-- Department of Technology Update
-- International Meeting of the Colloquium on Violence and Religion

Tallgrass Prairie Center Newsletter, Spring 2013, University Of Northern Iowa. Tallgrass Prairie Center.

Tallgrass Prairie Center Newsletter

Inside This Issue:

-- 2013 Iowa Prairie Conference, Decorah, IA
-- New IRVM Program Manager: Rebecca Kauten
-- What a Difference a Year Makes in a Planted Prairie
-- UNI Goes to Des Moines - UNI DAY
-- National Native Seed Conference
-- Center Receive's UNI C.A.R.E. Award
-- Plant Iowa Natives
-- Featured Student Employees/Interns

Iowa Academy Of Science: The New Bulletin, V09n1, Spring 2013, Iowa Academy Of Science

New Bulletin

Inside This Issue:

--Message from the Executive Director

--Seeking Project WET Facilitators

--125th Annual Meeting of the Iowa Academy of Science

--Candidates for IAS President –Elect

--Iowa Academy of Science 2013 Ballot

--Announcements, Events & Deadlines

--2012 Member Donations to the Academy

--Ag Energy Webinars