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B -- RESEARCH STUDIES IN ENVIRONMENTAL REMOTE SENSING FOR MONITORING PLANT HEALTH. SOL 07-13-98-SG-001 DUE 090898 POC Sharon Cannella, 702 295-3253, fax 702 295-2088, cannelsg@nv.doe.gov The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking a research scientist with a PhD in plant pathology or related field to study the effects of nutritional, environmental and pathological stresses on plants. The candidate must have a proven record in conducting research with hydroponic systems and development of integrated pest management (IPM) programs for vegetable and non-vegetable crops grown in greenhouses. The nature of the research will include studies on leaf biochemistry, leaf anatomy, plant stress detection with fluorescence and spectral reflectance systems, and the use of advanced statistical approaches to data analysis. Experience with tropical or sub-tropical plant diseases and insect pests, and a proven history of multi-disciplinary collaborations with NASA or USDA research scientists is desired. The worksite will be The Land Pavilion at Epcot Center, Lake Buena Vista, FL. The selected individual will be the on-site principal investigator, and must be able to direct a research program. This individual must also be acceptable to Walt Disney World to work at Epcot in public view. Posted 07/13/98 (W-SN222234). (0194)

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