8th International Symposium on Physiological Processes in Roots of Woody Plants

This event has been cancelled. If you have any questions, please contact the event planner directly.

Due to the rapidly evolving Coronavirus situation, the organizers have decided to cancel the event for June 2020. We are planning to reschedule the symposium for June 1-5, 2021.

On June 21-25, 2020 the 8^th International Symposium on Physiological Processes in Roots of Woody Plants will be held at Penn State University in University Park, PA.

During this symposium, which meets every three years, world-recognized researchers, scientists with emerging research programs, and graduate students gather to discuss research on roots of forest trees and shrubs and nut and fruit crops. The specific focus of the symposium allows for in-depth discussion on a wide array of topics, from water acquisition to managing roots in impaired ecosystems. This international symposium typically includes 150 participants from around the world.

Coronavirus/COVID-19 Information

Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences and Penn State Extension are closely monitoring the coronavirus/COVID-19 situation and its potential impact on those planning to attend university events and programs. We are following updates from Penn State, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. We encourage all participants to keep informed of risks, precautions, and symptoms to assist in making educated decisions about travel and participation in Penn State programs and events.

Currently, the university has not made a decision to cancel programs or events. We will keep you updated on any such decisions, which will be made with the health and well-being of our community and event guests as the priority.

All registered attendees will be contacted in the event of cancellation. Unless you are contacted regarding cancellation, assume that university programs and events will go on as scheduled.

We appreciate your understanding as we navigate this rapidly evolving situation. If you have questions or would like to change your registration status, please call 814-865-8301.