Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 10 Aug 2001 to 11 Aug 2001
To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
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There are 4 messages totalling 618 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Sandpiper Equipment Grants Program
2. Call For Papers and Conference Announcement - Western Section TWS 2002
Annual Meeting
3. Research position at the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Rese
ve
4. Genetics Workshop
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 21:53:38 -0700
From: Bill Standley <standleyb@WILDLIFER.COM>
Subject: Sandpiper Equipment Grants Program
SANDPIPER EQUIPMENT GRANTS PROGRAM
Sandpiper Technologies, Inc. is now accepting Equipment Grant
applications for the 2002 field season. The company
specializes in electronics for wildlife research and offers free use of
its video equipment rental equipment to undergraduate
and post graduate students.
Implemented in 1997, this program has been used throughout the U.S. and
Canada. During the 2001 field season, over 10
students received free use of equipment for a complete field season, and
12 students received $200 cash grants. Equipment
discounts to universities are also available.
AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT
* TreeTop Peeper Video System
- Monitor and b/w camera on a 16, 35 or 50-foot pole
* Basic Sentinel Video System
- Time-lapse VCR, b/w or color camera, 25m cable and camera set-up kit
* Burrow Video Probe with head mounted video display and one of two
video camera probe options:
- 2.3-inch dia., 3-meter gooseneck (Peeper Video Probe)
- 1.0-inch dia., 3-meter gooseneck (Peep-A-Roo)
Equipment specifications can be found at: http://www.Sandpipertech.com
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are accepted year-round, but students needing equipment for
the spring/summer season should apply by
December 1, 2001.
Applicants must
1) Describe their project and how they plan to use the equipment.
2) Describe the size of the critter to be studied and the habitat.
3) Specify the length of the field season, and the preferred equipment
schedule.
DEADLINE: December 1, 2001 for the 2002 field season.
Decisions are based on the proposal, field survey schedules and
equipment availability.
Contact Ann Christensen
Sandpiper Technologies, Inc.
535 W. Yosemite Ave.
Manteca, CA 95337
e-mail: Ann@Sandpipertech.com
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Date: Mon, 6 Aug 2001 21:36:19 -0700
From: Bill Standley <standleyb@WILDLIFER.COM>
Subject: Call For Papers and Conference Announcement - Western Section TWS 2
02
Annual Meeting
CALL FOR PAPERS AND CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT
2002 Annual Meeting of the
Western Section of The Wildlife Society
March 7-9, 2002
Visalia Convention Center
Visalia, California (www.tws-west.org)
We are soliciting abstracts for 20-minute oral presentations and the
poster session and are seeking papers of any appropriate wildlife topic,
as well as papers about the following topics. Final concurrent session
topics will depend on papers submitted.
Adaptive Management, Carnivores, Endangered Species, Energy and
Wildlife, Environmental Group Conservation, Environmental Contaminants,
Amphibians & Reptiles, Law Enforcement and Forensic Case Studies, Oak
Mortality and Wildlife, Pacific Islands Wildlife, Passerines, Raptors,
Sagebrush/Sage Grouse, San Joaquin Valley Natural Communities, Sensitive
Plants, Wetland Mitigation, Wild Horses and Burros, Wildlife on Tribal
Lands, Wildlife on Managed Lands
Abstracts should not exceed 200 words, excluding title and author
addresses, and should be in Arial 12-point font. Indicate the preferred
session and whether the paper will be an oral presentation or a poster.
Students should indicate their intent to compete for Student Awards.
Please submit abstracts either electronically or on 3.5-inch floppy disk
in rich text or Wordperfect 6/7/8/9 format no later than October 30,
2001, to Catherine Hibbard, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Room W-2605,
2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA, 95825; E-mail
Catherine_Hibbard@fws.gov (916-414-6600).
Papers may be submitted for publication in Transactions of the Western
Section of The Wildlife Society. Speakers are expected to register for
the conference and cover their expenses. Student presentations are
eligible for cash awards. See the Western Section website at
www.tws-west.org for eligibility, registration, and other conference
information.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT/ONE-DAY WORKSHOP
(MARCH 7, 2002, 8:00 A.M -5:00 P.M.):
We are also soliciting abstracts for 20-minute oral presentations and
looking for papers about the relationships between plants, fish, and
wildlife and fire and fuels management. Final session topics will
depend on papers submitted. In addition, panel discussions and invited
speakers will be announced.
Indicate whether the paper will be an oral presentation or a poster.
Please submit abstracts for this 1-day workshop either electronically or
on 3.5-inch floppy disk in rich text or Wordperfect 6/7/8/9 format no
later than October 30, 2001, to Kenneth Sanchez, U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room W-2610, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA, 95825; E-mail
kenneth_sanchez@fws.gov. Call 916-414-6618 if you need additional
information.
For an example of the abstract format and a complete conference
schedule, please go to the "Meetings/Workshops" link on our website at:
www.tws-west.org.
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Date: Mon, 6 Aug 2001 21:22:24 -0400
From: Maurice Crawford <mkcrawford@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: Research position at the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research
Reserve
JOB:
Research Coordinator
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
Full-time position at the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research
Reserve (TRNERR), located in Imperial Beach, CA (South San Diego area)
The Southwest Wetlands Interpretive Association (SWIA) in conjunction
with the Tijuana River NERR is offering and exciting opportunity for a
skilled individual with expertise in estuarine environments who
demonstrates a strong scientific background, natural resource management
experience and excellent interpersonal communication skills. The TRNERR
is one of 25 National Estuarine Research Reserves overseen and funded by
the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The NERR
system is dedicated to research, education, management and protection of
wetland resources and their watersheds. The Tijuana River NERR is a
2500-acre reserve located in Imperial Beach, near the U.S./Mexico border
that is jointly managed by California State Parks and the U.S. Fish &
Wildlife Service, with NOAA oversight. The Southwest Wetlands
Interpretive Association (SWIA) is the reserve's non-profit cooperating
association which is engaged in large-scale estuarine restoration
projects as well as land preservation in San Diego's South Bay and the
Tijuana Estuary. This selected individual will work as an employee of
SWIA but will be supervised by the California State Parks. The Research
Coordinator will also coordinate closely with USFWS staff.
The selected candidate's duties will be to:
Create, develop and implement the Reserve's research and monitoring
program, identifying goals, objectives and plans
Publicize research opportunities within the region and within the
National Estuarine Research Reserve System
Coordinate all research activities within Reserve
Ensure proper maintenance of bibliographic and GIS databases
Conduct independent research within the reserve and seek additional
outside funding sources for projects
Coordinate NOAA-funded Graduate Research Fellow program for the Reserve
Coordinate review of CICEET (Cooperative Institute for Coastal and
Estuarine Environmental Technology) research grant proposals each year
Provide oversight for water quality and biological monitoring
Participate in NOAA special research projects/committees
Coordinate with and provide technical assistance to Tijuana Estuary
Tidal Restoration Program and other resource restoration projects
Present published results of Reserve's research and monitoring
activities in both scientific and general public forums
Disseminate research information to policy and decision makers
Develop and maintain working relationships with other research
institutions, NERR sites and wetland conservation organizations
Train and supervise staff and volunteers as needed
Work with education and other staff to translate research information
for use by decision makers and the general public
Desired skills and abilities:
Subject area knowledge-- Knowledge of research design standards,
approaches and techniques; knowledge of terrestrial and wetland science
and restoration ecology; knowledge of resource management principles,
environmental impact assessment, monitoring and adaptive management
standards; knowledge of state and federal coastal programs and the
Southern California bioregion; experience in applied research,
monitoring, and the binational U.S./Mexico border region. Spanish
language ability is desirable.
Communication-- Excellent written and spoken communication skills and
ability to interface with laypeople, politicians, public agencies,
managers, educators and other researchers on wetland issues. Ability to
work well in a multi-agency, multi-disciplinary setting.
Ability to Act Independently=97set goals and work with minimal
supervision.
Strong Organizational Skills=97able to carry out both short-term focused
projects and more longer-term open-ended projects; able to work well
under pressure with multiple priorities.
Analytical Skills=97ability to analyze technical and scientific
information, creatively explore approaches, develop defensible
positions, negotiate solutions to difficult conflicts and multi-faceted
issues.
Eligibility: Training and experience in coastal and wetland processes,
including biology, botany, ecology, social science, resource management
and other relevant fields. Ph.D. strongly preferred; may consider
Masters Degree with experience.
Salary Range: $4000-$4580 per month, depending on experience and
classification. Full benefits.
Contact: Tessa Roper, project manager (619) 575-3613 or kentessa@msn.com
Filing: Applications must be received by September 15, 2001. Please
submit a curriculum vitae, a list of at least three references and a
cover letter. Only those most qualified will be contacted for an
interview. Interviews will be held in August. Please submit all
materials to:
Tijuana River NERR=97RC position
301 Caspian Way
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
ATTN: Tessa Roper
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Date: Mon, 6 Aug 2001 20:52:41 -0700
From: Andy & Sylvia Harris <harrisandysylvia@QWEST.NET>
Subject: Genetics Workshop
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WILDLIFERS=92 GENETICS WORKSHOP TUCSON, ARIZONA
aka =93DNA for Dummies=94 (i.e. non-geneticist wildlife biologists)
Sponsored by the Arizona Chapter of The Wildlife Society
Tucson, AZ * October 16 18, 2001
PURPOSE: The purpose of the workshop is to introduce basic concepts and=20
applications of conservation genetics to wildlife biologists and=20
managers. The target participants are wildlife biologists and managers who=
=20
have little or no knowledge of genetics and/or whose knowledge may be=20
outdated. The goals of the workshop are to provide participants with=20
enough knowledge to: 1.) comprehend basic ideas and concepts, 2.)=20
understand various applications of genetic analyses to wildlife management,=
=20
and 3.) recognize the need for genetic evaluations in decision-making. By=
=20
combining an overview of basics and terminology, examples of applications,=
=20
and a tour of a working laboratory, we hope to change many wildlifers=92=20
=93black box=94 perspective of genetics to one of understanding and=
usefulness.
FORMAT: For two days, genetic experts in their respective fields will=20
present lectures on the following topics:
=B7 Basic Concepts and Terminology
=B7 Individual, Paternity and Group Analyses
=B7 Populations and Gene Flow
=B7 Taxonomy
=B7 Endangered Species Act
=B7 Field Collection Techniques
Lectures will be held at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, a sublime=20
setting of natural beauty with exceptional exhibits of wildlife and plants=
=20
native to the region.
The third day will be spent at University of Arizona=92s Laboratory of=20
Molecular and Systematic Evolution (LMSE) where participants will tour the=
=20
lab (with possible hands-on activities) and see demonstrations of=20
techniques and computer analyses.
SPEAKERS: Melanie CulverVirginia Tech. Univ., Steve ChambersUS Fish &=20
Wildlife Service, Phil HedrickArizona State Univ., Karen MockUtah State=20
Univ., Tad TheimerNorthern Arizona Univ., Peter SiminskiArizona-Sonora=20
Desert Museum, Al Agellon and Michael HammerUniv. of Arizona LMSE Facility
REGISTRATION: Registration cost will be $275 for early registration and=20
$325 after September 15. Registration form and further details are=20
available on the AZ-TWS web page: www.aztws.org or you can contact Lisa=20
Haynes by e-mail lynxrufus@earthlink.com or phone (520) 818-2497 to be=20
placed on a contact list. Registration will be limited to 50 participants=
=20
and pre-registration will be required.
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS: A block of rooms has been reserved for workshop=20
participants at InnSuites Hotel, 475 N. Granada (I-10 to St. Mary=92s exit,=
=20
east 1 block to Granada) (520) 622-3000 or (800) 446-6589. The rates are=20
$79 studio suite, $89 2 room executive suite, and $109 2 room=20
presidential jacuzzi suite. When making reservations, please mention=20
Arizona Chapter Wildlife Society to secure the workshop rate. InnSuites=20
will provide complementary breakfasts, and an airport shuttle is available=
=20
from the hotel. Transportation to the Desert Museum and UofA will be=20
available from InnSuites each day. Other (possibly less expensive) motels=
=20
are in the area: La Quinta (665 N. Freeway Rd.) (800) 531-5900, Days Inn=20
(I-10 and Congress St.) (800) DAYS-INN, and Super 8 Motel (I-10 and 22nd=20
St.) (800) 800-8000.
NOTE: This is a great opportunity for spouses and the family as=20
well. Tucson has many attractions, including the Desert Museum, Old Tucson=
=20
Studios and Western Theme Park, Saguaro National Park, Arizona State Museum=
=20
(archaeological and cultural exhibits), and San Xavier Mission among=20
others. Extra tickets are available for dinner(s) at the Desert Museum.
REGISTRATION FORM FOR:
WILDLIFERS=92 GENETICS WORKSHOP TUCSON, ARIZONA
aka =93DNA for Dummies=94 (i.e. non-geneticist wildlife biologists)
Sponsored by the Arizona Chapter of The Wildlife Society
Tucson, AZ * October 16 18, 2001
Registration includes: Participation in all instructional sessions, tours=
=20
and demonstrations; transportation from the Inn Suites Hotel to the=20
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and the University of Arizona; and dinner on=20
Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at the Desert Museum.
Please submit a separate form for each individual being registered
Name:=20
Mailing=20
Address:=20
City, State and Zip=20
Code:
Contact Phone: Fax email=20
address:
Would you prefer vegetarian meals for the two evening meals=20
provided? (Y/N)
Early Registration ($275, postmarked by September 15,=20
2001): $
Late Registration ($325, after September 15,=20
2001): $
Additional Dinner Tickets ($30/each=20
dinner) $
TOTAL $=
=20
v A $25 fee will be charged for all returned checks
v To obtain a complete refund, cancellations must be received by=20
September 21, 2001
v Cancellations after September 21, 2001 will be refunded one-half of=
=20
the registration paid
Send Registration Form and Payment To:
Tom Hildebrandt, Treasurer AZTWS
C/O Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region VI
7200 E. University
Mesa, AZ 85207
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managers who have little or no knowledge of genetics and/or whose
knowledge may be outdated. The goals of the workshop are to provide
participants with enough knowledge to: 1.) comprehend basic ideas and
concepts, 2.) understand various applications of genetic analyses to
wildlife management, and 3.) recognize the need for genetic evaluations
in decision-making. By combining an overview of basics and
terminology, examples of applications, and a tour of a working
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executive suite, and $109 2 room presidential jacuzzi suite.
When making reservations, please mention Arizona Chapter Wildlife Society
to secure the workshop rate. InnSuites will provide complementary
breakfasts, and an airport shuttle is available from the hotel.
Transportation to the Desert Museum and UofA will be available from
InnSuites each day. Other (possibly less expensive) motels are in
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7200 E. University<br>
Mesa, AZ 85207<br>
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 9 Aug 2001 to 10 Aug 2001
To: Recipients of ECOLOG-L digests <ECOLOG-L@UMDD.UMD.EDU>
Status: R
There are 9 messages totalling 929 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Please post - thanks
2. NAS: wetland regulations relaxed
3. **Geographic Information Systems** Internet Newsbrief, August 10, 2001
4. First Announcement: Symposium Sustainable Development and a New System
f
Societal Values
5. Job Posting - Watershed Ecologist
6. NSF Sponsored Graduate Fellowships in Biological Research and K-12
Curriculum Development
7. job listing
8. Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
9. Statistician Sought
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Date: Thu, 9 Aug 2001 19:33:18 -0700
From: Tom Smith <tsmith@SFSU.EDU>
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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Center for Tropical Research,
Institute of the Environment, UCLA
An Associate Director position is available in the Center for Tropical
Research, Institute of the Environment at UCLA. The position is available
beginning January 1, 2002, and will report directly to the CTR Executive
Director.=20
The mission of the Center for Tropical Research is threefold: To conduct
basic and applied biological research in order to better understand
essential biotic processes that produce and maintain tropical biodiversity
worldwide. To maximize the effectiveness of conservation programs by
integrating research results with sustainable development/conservation
policy and programs appropriate to tropical economies. To offer
international education opportunities -- premised upon significant field
research experience -- aimed at training undergraduate and graduate-level
students.
CTR is seeking a broadly trained director/manager with substantive
international experience in conservation of tropical terrestrial ecosystems=
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 18:44:26 -0400
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: NAS: wetland regulations relaxed
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 19:26:27 -0400
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: **Geographic Information Systems** Internet Newsbrief, August 10, 2
01
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From: <internetnb@epamail.epa.gov>
INTERNET NEWSBRIEF, August 10, 2001
Internet Newsbrief is a weekly service from the EPA Headquarters Library
that provides a sampling of new and/or useful Internet resources for EPA
staff and other environmental professionals. The Internet Newsbrief is
also available on the Web at:
http://www.epa.gov/natlibra/hqirc/inb.htm
**Geographic Information Systems**
** EPA INFORMATION **
EnviroMapper
http://maps.epa.gov/enviromapper/
The EnviroMapper application provides users with interactive Geographic
Information System (GIS) functionality using Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) spatial data. It can map various types of environmental
information, including air releases, drinking water, toxic releases,
hazardous wastes, water discharge permits, and Superfund sites. Select a
geographic area within EnviroMapper and view the different facilities
that
are present within that area. Create maps at the national, state, and
county levels, and link them to environmental text reports. You can even
insert dynamically created maps in your own webpages. If you have a web
browser, you can use EnviroMapper. EnviroMapper allows users to view
spatial data at the national, state, and county levels, as well as
utilize
GIS functionality, such as displaying multiple spatial layers, zooming,
panning, identifying features, displaying latitude and longitude, and
querying single Envirofacts points.
** GOVERNMENT INFORMATION **
US Census Factfinder
http://factfinder.census.gov/servlet/BasicFactsServlet
US Census Factfinder FactFinder can be used to view, print, and download
statistics about population, housing, industry, and business. Using
FactFinder, you can also find U.S. Census Bureau products; create
reference
and thematic maps; and search for specific data. The Data Sets option
provides easy access to information from the Decennial Censuses, the
American Community Survey, and the Economic Censuses and Surveys. Using
the Thematic Maps option, you can create a map that graphically depicts
statistical data, such as population, median income, or industry data.
National Atlas of the United States
http://www.nationalatlas.gov/
The National Atlas delivers easy to use, map-like views of America's
natural and sociocultural landscapes. The atlas includes products and
services designed to stimulate children and adults to visualize and
understand complex relationships between environments, places, and
people.
It contributes to our knowledge of the environmental, resource,
demographic, economic, social, political, and historical dimensions of
American life.
Digital Earth
http://www.digitalearth.gov/
Digital Earth is an ambitious concept to incorporate everything from
topographical and population maps to data about migration and weather
patterns into a seamless geospatial system accessible worldwide to
citizens
and scientists alike. The Digital Earth Initiative seeks to facilitate
and promote the use of geo-referenced information from multiple sources
over the Internet. This requires interoperability among the software
systems that provide geospatial data, maps, services, and user
applications. Geospatial interoperability is based on shared
agreements -
whether formal government standards or consensus industry
specifications -
governing essential geospatial concepts and their embodiment in
communication protocols, software interfaces, and data formats.
** ACADEMIC INFORMATION **
Penn State - Digital Chart of the World
http://www.maproom.psu.edu/dcw/
The Digital Chart of the World (DCW) is an Environmental Systems
Research
Institute, Inc. (ESRI) product originally developed for the US Defense
Mapping Agency (DMA) using DMA data. We used the DCW 1993 version at
1:1,000,000 scale. The main goal of the project is to deliver data in
Arc/INFO format, which is readable by ArcView as well. We also developed
a
mapping module that (through PERL and AML scripts that call ArcPlot,
produces an EPS file, then is converted to a GIF image) produces a
view-only but downloadable image. The map is a preview tool; for a final
cartographic product, we intend for you to download the data and produce
your own map.
** BUSINESS/NON-PROFIT INFORMATION **
TerraServer
http://terraserver.homeadvisor.msn.com/default.asp
TerraServer Web site is one of the world's largest online databases,
providing free public access to a vast data store of maps and aerial
photographs of the United States. TerraServer is designed to work with
commonly available computer systems and Web browsers over slow speed
communications links. The TerraServer name is a play on words, with
'Terra'
referring to the 'earth' or 'land' and also to the terabytes of images
stored on the site. Maps and images are supplied through our
partnership
with the U.S. Geological Survey.
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The information provided in Internet Newsbrief was correct, to the best
of
our knowledge, at the time of publication. It is important to remember,
however, the dynamic nature of the Internet. Resources that are free
and
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next,
and the location of items may change as menus and homepages are
reorganized.
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provided appropriate credit is given to the U.S. EPA Headquarters
Library
and the disclaimer paragraph is included.
**Viewpoints expressed in the summaries do not necessarily reflect EPA
policy or views**
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 18:04:13 +0200
From: "Prof. Walter Leal Filho" <leal@TU-HARBURG.DE>
Subject: First Announcement: Symposium Sustainable Development and a New Sys
em
of Societal Values
First Announcement: Symposium Sustainable Development and a New System
of Societal Values
Time: December 3rd to 4th 2001
Place: Schloss Seggau, Austria
This meeting is organised by ENSURE (European Network for Sustainable
Regional Development Research),
ÁVAF (Austrian association for Agricultural Research) and SUSTAIN
(Association for Co-ordination for the Research on Sustainability ) in
Austria.
The question of new societal values cuts right across almost all
discussions about sustainable development. There is a general but
diffuse agreement that sustainable development is dependent or may even
be the result of a more profound change in the system of societal
values. The symposium will put the question into the concrete context of
sustainable regional development.
Key questions arising here are:
* Is there indeed a new system of societal values arising from the
discourse on sustainable development or are these values only part of
well known, existing belief systems that have just been transferred to a
new context?
* What kind of value systems drive what kind of governance?
* What is the role of sustainable regional development in times of
changing (or restructuring) societal values?
The goal of the symposium is to provide an opportunity for intensive
discussion between actors with different
backgrounds on this key aspect of sustainable development. The symposium
is intended to clarify different
positions and thus build the basis of a rational approach to the
discourse between diverse belief systems that
are currently shaping sustainable regional development.
The symposium is addressed to practitioners of sustainable regional
development as well as scientists
interested in ethical aspects of sustainable development and governance.
It will provide a platform to learn
from each other as well as to discuss similarities and differences of
various societal value systems vis
vis sustainable regional development.
The symposium will consist of two elements:
* Oral impulse statements
* Discussion blocks.
The symposium will be arranged around the following key issues:
* Societal values for sustainable development: Old wine in new bottles
or an ethical paradigm shift?
* Societal values and their influence on multilevel governance
* Different actors with different belief systems - Regional sustainable
development as a battleground of the change in societal values
Organisation of the Symposium
The symposium will be organised by SUSTAIN on behalf of ENSURE and ÁVAF.
Please direct
all your enquiries to
Contact Person:
Sibylle Braunegg
SUSTAIN
Inffeldgasse 25
A 8010 Graz
Tel: +43-316-873-7465, Fax: +43-316-873-7469
e-mail: braunegg@glvt.tu-graz.ac.at
Please also visit the following webpages:
ENSURE: http://www.european.association.org
SUSTAIN:http://www.SUSTAIN.at
ÁVAF: http://www.oevaf.at
Venue of the Symposium
The Symposium will be held at the Castle of Seggau in the vine growing
region of Southern Styria. The
Bishop of Styria owns the castle that has been adapted to host venues of
all kinds. The vine cellar of Castle
Seggau is renowned for its excellent quality wines and spirits.
Participants will stay at the castle itself, the enchanting surrounding
will add to the atmosphere of the Symposium.
Seggau Castle is located approx. 40 kms south of Graz and has a homepage
at http:\\www.seggau.com
Arrival by train: Graz main station or Leibnitz: Pick Ä up service will
be provided
Arrival by car: A9 Phyrn Autobahn, exit Leibnitz, follow the signs to
Schlo² Seggau (you can see the castle right from the motorway to the
West on the hill of Seggau)
Arrival by plane: Graz Ä Airport Pick Ä up service will be provided
Costs:
210 Euro- including conference fee, accommodation (2 nights) and full
board, symposium preprints and transfer from/to railway/airport. For
additional nights approx. 40 Euro will be charged.
Participants who want to contribute in the form of impulse statements
are asked to obey the following deadlines:
Title of presentation and registration of author(s) Sept. 28th 2001
Short written presentation (max. 5 pages DIN A 4) Oct. 26th 2001
(The contributions should be sent in electronically, preferably in MS
Word
to: braunegg@glvt.tu-graz.ac.at )
Registration
Registration of participants Nov 5th 2001
Symposium language: English. Limited consecutive translation
(German-English) may be provided for short presentations.
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 14:00:45 EDT
From: russ cohen <Russ.Cohen@STATE.MA.US>
Subject: Job Posting - Watershed Ecologist
Hello - I would be grateful if you would post this on your listserv.
Thanks. FYI, the same information is posted on the Web at
http://www.state.ma.us/hrd/ceo/%5F19146.html
-- Russ Cohen (617) 626-1543
Riverways Program
Mass. Dept. of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement
Watershed Ecologist
Salary Range: $40,313.52 to $53,489.80
Comments: Contract position, part time (24 hrs/wk.)$21.00 to $23.00/hr.This
position's function as part of the Riverways Programs staff team is to
coordinate the ecological and hydrological work of the program, particulary
in the areas of instream flow and aquatic habitat restoration and protection
Duties: 1. Design and support research to understand the relationship betwee
water quality, water quantity and ecology, e.g., to quantify the water level
necessary to support healthy functioning riverine and other water-dependent
organisms and ecosystems.2. Assist citizens groups and others in the design
and implementation of instream flow monitoring programs to collect
hydrological and related ecological data. 3. Represents the Department and
the Riverways Programs at interagency meeting, commission hearings, task
forces, boards, conferences, and state and non-government committees as
needed to share information and develop guidelines, recommendations and
policies. 4. Coordinate Riverways' and others' review from a hydrological an
biological perspective of various laws, regulations, policies, plans and
other actions affecting rivers and streams, including:a) the Water Managemen
Act;b) the Interbasin Transfer Act;c) new or renewed FERC licenses;d) the
drafting and passage of state laws, regulations and policies promoting water
conservation and/or protecting instream flow. e) serve as the Programs'
primary specialist on water quantity issues, assisting in efforts to include
biological and flow criteria to the Massachusetts Surface Water Quality
Standards. 5. Prepares brochures, pamphlets, slide presentations and other
materials to educate citizens about the importance of instream flow to the
integrity of aquatic ecosystems. 6. Coordinate work on the above areas with
all of DFWELE's and other state and federal programs relating to instream
flow, aquatic habitat and watershed-based ecological planning, protection an
stewardship.7.Assist communities, watershed associations, EOEA watershed
teams and others in the identification, protection and stewardship of waters
with ecological significance to help steer growth away from ecologically
important resources and habitats. 8. Assist EOEA Watershed Initiative
Watershed Teams, municipalities and watershed groups with projects that
delineate natural communities and protect habitat. 9. Represent the Riverway
Program on one or more of the EOEA Watershed Initiative's twenty watershed
teams.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) three years
of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience
in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science,
environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public
health, of which (B) at least one year must have been in a professional
capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and
the following substitutions.Substitutions:I. An Associate's degree with a
major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth
science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or
public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required
(A) experience.*II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in the field of
environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental
health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be
substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.* III.
A Graduate degree with a major in environmental science, biology, chemistry,
earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicolog
or public health may be substituted for the required experience.**Education
toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the
requirements actually completed.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment,
possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class 3 Motor Vehicle
Operator's License.
Preferred Qualifications: 1. Ability to work independently, to exercise soun
judgement and discretion in handling confidential information. 2. Ability to
coordinate policy formulation on instream flow and related matters with othe
staff members as appropriate.3. Proven negotiation and mediations skills in
working with individuals and group holding divergent viewpoints.4. Proven
ability to work effectively with the public and a variety of interested and
involved parties, to provide training and to develop advocacy skills
appropriate for instream flow. 5. Ability to work cooperatively as an
integral member of the Riverways Programs staff, willingness to share in
office responsibilities, collaborate with and assist other staff as needed.
6. Ability to successfully juggle and share competing work responsibilities
with co-workers.7. Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression,
especially at public meetings and in dealing with the press and other media.
8. Ability to provide recommendations and technical assistance to
municipalities, nonprofit organizations and government agencies on data
collection methods and strategies of instream flow and aquatic habitat
evaluation and protection. 9. Proven ability to develop and articulate, in
oral and written expression, permit and policy recommendations from field
observations and research.10. Proven ability to build consensus while
respecting different viewpoints. 11. Ability to travel to various field
locations to meet with citizen groups and others, including evenings and
weekends when necessary.
Application Deadline: 09/10/2001 5:00pm
Posting ID: 19146
How to Apply: All applications must be made in writing consisting of a cove
letter making specific reference to this particular announcement an da
current resume with references sent to:Nichole Baptiste, Personnel
OfficerDepartment of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement25
Causeway St. - Suite 400Boston, Ma 02114-2152
Telephone #: 617-626-1596Fax #: 617-626-1505
All applications must be received in this office no later than 5:00 p.m.
Monday, September 10, 2001.
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 10:59:58 -0400
From: "Peter H. Niewiarowski" <phn@UAKRON.EDU>
Subject: NSF Sponsored Graduate Fellowships in Biological Research and K-12
Curriculum Development
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADUATE STUDY IN BIOLOGY AND EDUCATION
The University of Akron has been awarded a 3-year, $ 1.2 million grant
from the National Science Foundation to strengthen ties between K-12 and
graduate education (GK-12; Peter Niewiarowski P.I.). Fellows will
enroll in the Masters Degree program at the Univ. of Akron, Dept. of
Biology, Akron Ohio, for three years. During the course of their study,
fellows will
conduct field-based research with UA Faculty at the Bath Nature
Preserve; concurrently fellows will help develop and implement
inquiry-based curricular
materials for K-12, based upon their research. Our goal is to develop a
K-graduate educational community including The University of Akron, the
Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center, Bath Township Elementary
School, and Akron Public School District. Students can work with Dr.
Peter Niewiarowski (Amphibian Decline); Dr. Richard Londraville
(Integrative Biology); Dr. Lauchlan Fraser (Wetland Restoration); Dr.
Randy Mitchell (Invasive Species), or Dr. Peter
Lavrentyev (Biodiversity). Please see the project web page for detailed
information
and to download application materials.
http://www2.uakron.edu/gk-12/
We are currently recruiting for the first cohort of fellows to start Spring
2002.
Fellows will receive:
- $18,000/ 12 month stipend (for three years)
- Full tuition waiver for three years
- Exclusive use of a laptop computer (state-of-the-art)
- Master of Science in Biology (upon successful thesis defense)
- Certificate in Technical Instruction (upon successful thesis defense)
PHN@UAKRON.EDU
Peter H. Niewiarowski
Program in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology
Department of Biology
University of Akron
Akron OH 44325-3908
330-972-7311 phone
330-972-8445 fax
phn@uakron.edu
http://www.uakron.edu/biology/peter
http://www2.uakron.edu/gk-12
Peter H. Niewiarowski
Program in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology
Department of Biology
University of Akron
Akron OH 44325-3908
330-972-7311 phone
330-972-8445 fax
phn@uakron.edu
http://www.uakron.edu/biology/peter
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADUATE STUDY IN BIOLOGY AND EDUCATION<br>
<br>
The University of Akron has been awarded a 3-year, $ 1.2 million grant
<br>
from the National Science Foundation to strengthen ties between K-12 and
<br>
graduate education (GK-12; Peter Niewiarowski P.I.). Fellows will <br>
enroll in the Masters Degree program at the Univ. of Akron, Dept. of
<br>
Biology, Akron Ohio, for three years. During the course of their study,
fellows will <br>
conduct field-based research with UA Faculty at the Bath Nature <br>
Preserve; concurrently fellows will help develop and implement
inquiry-based curricular <br>
materials for K-12, based upon their research. Our goal is to develop a
<br>
K-graduate educational community including The University of Akron, the
<br>
Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center, Bath Township Elementary
<br>
School, and Akron Public School District. Students can work with Dr.
<br>
Peter Niewiarowski (Amphibian Decline); Dr. Richard Londraville <br>
(Integrative Biology); Dr. Lauchlan Fraser (Wetland Restoration); Dr.
<br>
Randy Mitchell (Invasive Species), or Dr. Peter <br>
Lavrentyev (Biodiversity). Please see the project web page for detailed
information<br>
and to download application materials.<br>
<br>
<a href="http://www2.uakron.edu/gk-12/"
eudora="autourl">http://www2.uakron.edu/gk-12/</a><br>
<br>
We are currently recruiting for the first cohort of fellows to start
Spring 2002.<br>
<br>
Fellows will receive:<br>
- $18,000/ 12 month stipend (for three years) <br>
- Full tuition waiver for three years <br>
- Exclusive use of a laptop computer (state-of-the-art) <br>
- Master of Science in Biology (upon successful thesis defense) <br>
- Certificate in Technical Instruction (upon successful thesis
defense)<br>
<br>
<br>
PHN@UAKRON.EDU<br>
<br>
Peter H. Niewiarowski <br>
Program in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology <br>
Department of Biology <br>
University of Akron <br>
Akron OH 44325-3908 <br>
330-972-7311 phone <br>
330-972-8445 fax <br>
phn@uakron.edu <br>
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y/peter"
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Peter H. Niewiarowski<br>
Program in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology<br>
Department of Biology<br>
University of Akron<br>
Akron OH 44325-3908<br>
330-972-7311 phone<br>
330-972-8445 fax<br>
phn@uakron.edu<br>
<a href="http://www.uakron.edu/biology/peter"
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 14:52:07 -0600
From: Scott Creel <screel@GEMINI.OSCS.MONTANA.EDU>
Subject: job listing
TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF CONSERVATION GENETICS. Department of
Ecology, Montana State University
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in vertebrate conservation genetics or a
closely related field. Post-doctoral experience with a strong publication
and grant record is preferred. We seek innovative research that applies
molecular methods to fundamental and applied problems in ecology and
conservation. Responsibilities include teaching one high-enrollment
undergraduate biology course and one graduate course in conservation
genetics per year; developing a strong, externally funded research program
in genetics at the population level or above; and applying molecular
methods to the conservation of vertebrates. Salary commensurate with
experience. For full consideration, applications must be received by
October 20, 2001. Submit CV, statements of research and teaching
interests, and names of three references (with email, phone and postal
address) to: Scott Creel, Chair, Conservation Genetics Search Committee,
Department of Ecology, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717, phone
406-994-4548. For information on the department and university, see
www.montana.edu/ecology. MSU is an EEO/AA employer.
Scott Creel
Dept of Ecology
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 59717, USA
phone 406-994-7033
fax 406-994-3190
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 16:00:33 -0400
From: EnviroNetwork@NATURALIST.COM
Subject: Environmental Job Openings from EnviroNetwork
Title: Compliance Manager
Company: Confidential
Location: Naperville, Illinois
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4346
Title: Washington Representative for Global Warming Polic
Company: Union of Concerned Scientists
Location: Washington, DC
For more information click below:
http://www.naturalist.com/eco-jobs/index.cfm?temp=job&job=4345
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Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 12:04:14 -0700
From: Ellen Eberhardt/PNW/USDAFS <eeberhardt@FS.FED.US>
Subject: Statistician Sought
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Please post on the ecolog listserv:
Pacific Northwest Research Station
USDA Forest Service
OUTREACH NOTICE
Fire and Environmental Research Applications Team (FERA)
Pacific Northwest Research Station
Statistician
GS-1530, Grade 7/9
The Fire and Environmental Research Applications Team (FERA) of the Pac=
ific
Northwest Research Station is planning to advertise a statistician
position, GS-1531, grade 7 or 9.
This full-time position is not to exceed 4 years, and is located in the=
Forestry Sciences Laboratory, Seattle, Washington. It is a statistician=
position with the Fire and Environmental Resource Applications Team (FE=
RA)
of the Pacific Northwest Research Station, Managing Disturbance Regimes=
Research, Development, and Applications Program (MDR). The incumbent
reports to the statistical analyst. The incumbent serves as a member o=
f
the Synthesis and Integration team responsible statistical analysis, GI=
S
and remote sensing, and software development. The Synthesis and Integra=
tion
team supports the Science and Development teams, consisting of atmosphe=
ric
scientists, forests, ecologists, and engineers.
Major Duties
Assists with statistical review and analysis of data supporting the
qualitative and quantitative estimation of wild and prescribed fire eff=
ects
to be integrated in an information system and in models of fire effects=
and
air quality. Analyzes data using statistical methods and principles for=
publishable documents such as research reports, peer-reviewed scientifi=
c
reports, and refereed articles, which reflect current scientific princi=
ples
and methodologies. Provides technical support on the design, developmen=
t,
and adaptation of statistical and mathematical methods and techniques o=
f
research conducted by FERA scientists.
Performs parametric, non-parametric, spatial, and time series analysis =
of
research data using S-plus, SAS, and other statistical software. Assist=
in
the development of approaches for sensitivity testing of current and fu=
ture
statistical and mathematical models developed and used by FERA using fi=
eld
data and computer simulations.
POTENTIAL APPLICANTS FROM ALL SOURCES ARE ENCOURAGED TO RESPOND TO THIS=
OUTREACH. FOREST SERVICE EMPLOYEES ON THE WORKFORCE REDUCTION PLACEMEN=
T
SYSTEM LIST WILL RECEIVE PRIORITY CONSIDERATION AND CTAP/ICTAP CANDIDAT=
ES
WILL RECEIVE THE APPROPRIATE CONSIDERATION.
All interested applicants, or those desiring further information, pleas=
e
contact Ellen Eberhardt, Technical Information Specialist, (541/750-748=
1,
eeberhardt@fs.fed.us) by August 31, 2001.
_______________________________________________________________________=
_____
AREA INFORMATION
ABOUT THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST RESEARCH STATION, SEATTLE FORESTRY SCIENCES=
LABORATORY:
The PNW Research Station is one of seven research units in the USDA For=
est
Service. The USDA Forest Service conducts the most extensive and
productive program of integrated forestry research in the world. The
scientific information produced by the station has application on publi=
c,
private, and tribal lands in the Pacific Northwest (Alaska, Oregon and
Washington) and elsewhere in the United States and other parts of the
world. Scientists in the Seattle Lab represent programs that include
Aquatic and Land Interactions, Resource Management and Productivity, So=
cial
and Economic Values, People and Natural Resources, and Managing Natural=
Disturbance. The Station's programs reflect the changing character of =
the
questions that science is being asked to help answer. Rather than
relatively isolated in a disciplinary and geographic sense, issues and
questions are geographically broad and multifunctional.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY DISTRICT IN SEATTLE:
The Seattle Lab is located near the University of Washington. The
University District is centrally located in Seattle, just 15 minutes fr=
om
downtown. All amenities are close by, such as medical facilities, bank=
s
and shopping. Public transportation is readily available. Rental hous=
ing
ranges from $600/mo for a studio apartment to $1500/mo for a house.
For-sale properties are limited in the immediate area. Housing costs r=
un
approximately $200,000 and up in the Seattle vicinity. There is no
government housing available.
(Embedded image moved to file: pic11319.gif)Ellen Eberhardt, Technical
Information Specialist
Fire and Environmental Research Applications Team
Pacific Northwest Research Station, USDA Forest Service
3200 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, Oregon 97331 USA
eeberhardt@fs.fed.us ; (541)750-7481; fax (541)758-7760
http://www.fs.fed.us/pnw/fera
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