Karnik Lab

Every once in a while when the ☀️ shines in Glasgow! @KarnikLab 😀😀😁

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

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.7… @WileyLifeSci #PlantSci #JIPB

✨ 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.7…

We need more #plantscientists !!doi.org/10.1002/ppp3.7…

🌟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/f…

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!

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/2aE2kHCvYp

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 💫

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

🌿 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. 🚁✨

📣 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.

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.

📢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

🍾@KarnikLab is proudly celebrates Dr @One__Fish graduation #PhD #Plant Science @UofGlasgow @plantsciglasgow 💫

💫 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

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

We've placed first in the list of Top Scottish Universities 2026 by Uni Compare! 🏅 The rankings reflect what matters to students, including accommodation, course quality, employability & student life. Thanks to everyone who makes #TeamUofG the best! 💙 universitycompare.com/rankings/scotl…

Many thanks to everyone who attended @SciSeedlets #Teacher’s workshop today and the speakers @AnnaAmtmann @rucha_karnik @GraemeMcKelvie1 Mathis Riehle and Mike Blatt! @UofGInnovation #Education #plantscience