IPPN - A Global & Independent Network The purpose of the IPPN is to promote science and research in the field of plant phenotyping, focusing particularly on these goals: establishing a global network of institutions in order to maximize existing synergies, identify and reduce potential bottlenecks, initiate joint projects; fostering communication and cooperation between different stakeholders from academia, industry, and the general public; increasing the visibility and impact of plant phenotyping beyond its own research community; facilitating the interdisciplinary training needed for effective plant phenotyping research. To address these goals, IPPN will: organize symposia, workshops, and summer schools with the cooperation of IPPN members; create working groups that focus on different topics to identify existing potential and shortcomings: develop solutions in joint workshops and publications; identify and initiate research projects, particularly to establish plant phenotyping in new regions; implement advanced training activities.