Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 5 Nov 2002 to 6 Nov 2002 (#2002-284)
There are 9 messages totalling 434 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Spatial Technologies and Remote Sensing listsERV
2. field research assistant(2) needed
3. pollinator movements...
4. Position: Director of Residential Undergraduate Science Program
5. Last Call to Unboard
6. JOBS: 2 Asst/Assoc Profs in Ecology at UNR
7. ice data for US
8. ABC Meetings: Policy Council, Pan-Am Roundtable, Holiday Party!
9. MS research assistantship
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 00:16:56 -0800
From: Jonathan Greenberg <greenberg@UCDAVIS.EDU>
Subject: Spatial Technologies and Remote Sensing listsERV
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 08:31:12 -0500
From: "Schwalm, Donelle \"Doni\"" <dschwalm@ARCHBOLD-STATION.ORG>
Subject: field research assistant(2) needed
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT (2) needed for projects on population dynamics of
Florida scrub-jays and red-cockaded woodpeckers at the Avon Park Air Force
Range, in south-central Florida. Duties include nest searching, monitoring
reproductive success, accurately reading color bands during regular
censuses, climbing trees using sectional ladders, assisting in trapping and
banding adults and nestlings, assisting in bleeding jay nestlings, limited
data entry, GPS data collection and conducting maintenance on natural and
artificial cavity trees. The positions require independent work in both
longleaf pine and oak scrub habitats, often in remote areas of a
100,000-acre military reserve. A keen interest in birds is the most
important prerequisite, but experience in nest searching, reading color
bands, handling, banding and bleeding birds, and working under hot-humid
field conditions will be helpful, though not essential. FIRST POSITION
AVAILABLE 3 MARCH 2003, AND LASTS THROUGH JULY. SECOND POSITION AVAILABLE 3
MARCH 2003, AND LASTS THROUGH SEPTEMBER. Salary is $1200 per month, plus
free housing. Applicants should send a letter of interest indicating
position of interest and resume (with names, email addresses, and phone
numbers of three references) to Archbold Biological Station Office, Avon
Park Air Force Range, 475 Easy Street, Avon Park, FL 33825 (863-452-4182;
fax 863-699-1927; email mdent@archbold-station.org. E-mail preferred.
CLOSING DATE IS 4 JANUARY, 2002.
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 13:42:18 +0000
From: Andrew Trant <redberryontree@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: pollinator movements...
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<P>Hello,</P>
<P>I am looking for innovative ways to quantify insect (pollinator)&nb
p;movement between isolated patches of endangered lakeshore plants
(<EM>Sabatia kennedyana </EM>and <EM>Coreopsis rosea</E
>). I am attempting to look at the impact of shoreland fragmen
ation on the movement of pollinators and pollen. Does anyone have any
uggestions on how to approach this in a rare-plant system? I would
greatly appreciate any comments or questions.</P>
<P>Thanks.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>Andrew John Trant</P>
<P>Acadia University, NS</P>
<P> </P>
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 10:49:42 -0500
From: "Gerald R. Urquhart" <urquhar5@MSU.EDU>
Subject: Position: Director of Residential Undergraduate Science Program
Michigan State University invites applications and nominations for the
position of Director of the Lyman Briggs School, a liberal arts science
program within MSU's College of Natural Science. As a model for
undergraduate residential learning communities, the Lyman Briggs School is
actively committed to teaching science and mathematics as they are
practiced at their best. Within Briggs, students also are challenged to ask
how science and mathematics apply to a changing society, and how these
fields transform our understanding of the world. Engaged in active inquiry,
the 1500 Lyman Briggs undergraduates are challenged to investigate, with
breadth and depth, the natural sciences, mathematics, philosophy, history,
sociology, and literature.
For more information, visit:
Complete job posting:
http://www.msu.edu/~lbs/news/LBS_Director_Advertisement.htm
Lyman Briggs School at Michigan State University: http://www.msu.edu/unit/l
s
Review of applications began November 1; applications will be accepted
until the position is filled.
________________________________________________________________________
Gerald R. Urquhart Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Lyman Briggs School
E-194 Holmes Hall
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48825
Phone: 517-353-1759 W
Email: urquhar5@pilot.msu.edu
AOL IM: lbs126
Homepage: http://www.msu.edu/user/urquhar5
Study Abroad in Panama: http://www.msu.edu/user/dru
Lyman Briggs Homepage: http://www.msu.edu/unit/lbs
Virtual Rainforest: http://www.msu.edu/user/urquhar5/tour
Office Hours, Fall 2002: TBA
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 13:48:54 -0500
From: Brian M Czech <brianczech@JUNO.COM>
Subject: Last Call to Unboard
Shoveling Fuel for a Runaway Train: Errant Economists, Shameful Spenders,
and a Plan to Stop Them All...
...has just been released in paperback so I^Òm sending off one last round
of announcements (though I reserve the right to have a memory relapse if
necessary). I^Òm tired of acting like a salesman. It^Òs way ironic, given
the message of Shoveling Fuel. But defeating the politics of economic
bloating is something that^Òs going to take a lot of effort, perhaps even
the professional sacrifice of some who hate sounding like salesmen.
So for those who haven^Òt heard of it, Shoveling Fuel for a Runaway Train
applies principles of ecology (especially trophic theory) and
evolutionary biology to the workings of the human economy, concluding
that there is a fundamental conflict between economic growth and
ecological integrity. It finds neoclassical economic growth theory to be
fallacious, dangerous, and corrupted at the nexus of academia,
corporatism, and government. It explains why economic growth is such a
primary, perennial, and bipartisan goal in the United States. It also
provides an overview of ecological economics, a new paradigm in economics
that should be treasured for its ecologically savvy policy prescriptions.
Part 2 of Shoveling lays out a plan for the Steady State Revolution. It
synthesizes theory from Darwin, Veblen, and Maslow, and reveals the
^Ñliquidator syndrome^Ò afflicting many Americans. It identifies 3 classes
based not upon the ownership of capital, but based upon level of
consumption: the wantonly wasteful liquidating class, the responsible
steady state class, and the observing amorphic class.
Once the motives of the liquidators and the effects of their behavior are
revealed to a majority of Americans, the steady state class will begin to
castigate the liquidating class (assuming Americans care about their
grandkids, which they claim to, very much). Pursuant to Maslow^Òs
hierarchy of needs, a tremendous turning of the socioeconomic tables
transpires. A positive feedback process unfolds, resulting in
^Ñtrickle-down consumption^Ò (sorry, supply siders) that leads toward the
establishment of a steady state economy. Because the Steady State
Revolution is based upon consumption and not upon the ownership of the
means of production, it will come to fruition in a capitalist democracy.
The steady state economy is characterized by stabilized population and
per capita consumption at levels sufficiently below economic carrying
capacity to conserve an acceptable amount of ecological integrity (such
as native biodiversity).
The new paperback edition of Fuel is listed at $17 ($12 at Amazon). You
can learn more about the Steady State Revolution, Shoveling Fuel, and
also my related video production at www.steadystate.org
Brian Czech
Arlington, VA
USA
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 11:08:53 -0800
From: Jeanne Chambers <chambers@EQUINOX.UNR.EDU>
Subject: JOBS: 2 Asst/Assoc Profs in Ecology at UNR
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SPATIAL/LANDSCAPE ECOLOGIST - UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
The Department of Environmental and Resource Sciences (ERS) seeks a =
tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor in Spatial/Landscape Ecology =
(75% research, 25% instruction). Candidates must have a Ph.D. in =
Ecology or a closely related field. Two years of professional or =
postdoctoral experience, teaching experience, and experience with =
extramural funding are preferred. We will consider candidates with a =
broad range of interests in spatial patterns and processes at landscape =
scales. The successful candidate will play a central role in teams =
addressing the ecology and management of Great Basin ecosystems. We =
expect candidates to develop a nationally competitive externally funded =
basic and applied research program, establish a dynamic graduate =
training program and work with management agencies. Candidates will =
teach an undergraduate course in spatial ecology and a graduate course =
in their area of expertise. View at =
http://www.ag.unr.edu/naes/employ.htm and http://www.unr.edu or contact: =
Dr. James Sedinger, Search Committee Chair (775-784-6556; =
jsedinger@cabnr.unr.edu) c/o Carole Rankin (775-784-4715; =
rankin@cabnr.unr.edu). Consideration of applicants begins January 24, =
2003. EEO/AA.
PLANT ECOLOGIST - UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
The University of Nevada, Reno, Environmental and Resource Sciences =
Department is seeking candidates for a full-time, tenure track Plant =
Ecologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor level (60% research, =
40% instruction). A Ph.D. in Plant Ecology or closely related field =
(e.g., range ecology, forest ecology, or biology) is required. =
Candidates must have expertise in an area of disturbance ecology, global =
change ecology, restoration ecology and/or grazing management that =
compliments the existing faculty, the capacity to conduct research on =
ecological and management issues in the Great Basin, and the ability to =
integrate research and management activities across multiple temporal, =
spatial and biological scales. Candidates must possess strong written =
and oral communication skills, the capability to develop an externally =
funded research program, and a documented commitment to excellence in =
undergraduate/graduate teaching and advisement. He/She will teach =
undergraduate courses in plant ecology and related areas and at least =
one graduate course in an area of the applicant's expertise. For =
complete position description and requirements, view at =
http://www.ag.unr.edu/naes/employ.htm and http://www.unr.edu or contact: =
Dr. Jeanne C. Chambers, Search Committee Chair (775-784-5329; =
chambers@equinox.unr.edu) c/o Carole Rankin (775-784-4020; =
rankin@cabnr.unr.edu). Consideration of applicants begins January 24, =
2003. EEO/AA.
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 17:54:29 -0600
From: Kimberly Smith <kgsmith@UARK.EDU>
Subject: ice data for US
Does anyone know of a database or archive that includes ice cover for the
United States? I am trying to quantify the storm that hit the Ozarks in
December of 2000. Local reports were that we got 2 to 3 inches (5-7.5 cm)
of ice.
You can reply to me privately. Thanks, Kim Smith
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Kimberly G. Smith
Dept. of Biological Sciences * Just play it like you know it...
University of Arkansas * Jerry Jeff Walker
Fayetteville, AR 72701 *
phone 479-575-6359 fax 479-575-4010 *
email: kgsmith@uark.edu *
homepage: comp.uark.edu/~kgsmith *
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 13:46:24 -0500
From: "George E. Wallace" <gwallace@ABCBIRDS.ORG>
Subject: ABC Meetings: Policy Council, Pan-Am Roundtable, Holiday Party!
Please put the following American Bird Conservancy meetings on your
calendar:
THE POLICY COUNCIL OF THE AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY will hold its next
meeting on Thursday, December 12, 2002 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. at
Conservation International^Òs 6th floor conference room at 1919 M St.,
NW, Washington, DC. The agenda will include a panel discussion with
some of the best experts on wind turbine operation and avian mortality.
As wind power rapidly expands in the U.S. providing a seemingly clean
source of energy, ornithologists and other bird conservationists have
expressed concerns over some new projects because of potential impacts
to migratory birds. The panel will discuss data from the present
operation of over 15,000 turbines and how to minimize and assess
mortality at new turbines. Also, Brian Millsap, the new Chief of the
U.S. FWS Migratory Bird Management Office, will be speaking on his
priorities for bird conservation and on current issues before the FWS
involving birds. We will also have an update on critical issues
affecting birds before Congress, such as funding for the Neotropical
Migratory Bird Conservation Act and a DOD exemption from the MBTA. We
will be considering the membership applications of two new member
groups, the Mid Atlantic States Association of Avian Veterinarians and
The Friends of Animals. Both will be before the Council for admission.
A full agenda will be available closer to the meeting date.
Immediately following the Policy Council meeting, you are invited to
ABC'S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY from 4:40 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December
12, 2002 with plenty of good food, fine wine, and hearty ales. We are
asking your cooperation in responding and letting us know if you will be
attending the meeting, whether you want lunch at the Policy Council
meeting ($8), and whether or not you will be attending the Holiday Party
after the meeting. Please RSVP to Gerald Winegrad at gww@abcbirds.org,
Tel: 202-452-1535; Fax: 202-452-1534.
The PARTNERS IN FLIGHT PAN-AMERICAN ROUNDTABLE will be held at 10:00
a.m. ^Ö 4:00 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2002 at The Nature Conservancy,
4245 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, Virginia. A forum for the
discussion of bird conservation in Latin America and the Caribbean, the
Roundtable is organized by the American Bird Conservancy in coordination
with the International Working Group of Partners in Flight. The meeting
is open to everyone with an interest in bird conservation in Latin
America and the Caribbean. This Roundtable will feature news and updates
on the latest developments in bird conservation and two panel
discussions: 1) The Alliance for Zero Extinction: A site-based approach
to species conservation. This panel will present and discuss this newest
initiative to prevent species extinctions; and 2) Avitourism and
Conservation: What can birders, birding, and the business of
bird-watching do for bird conservation in the Neotropics? Lunch will be
served ($8). Please RSVP so we know how many to expect for lunch and let
us know if you wish to contribute. Contact George E. Wallace, American
Bird Conservancy, gwallace@abcbirds.org, Tel: 540-253-5780 Fax:
540-253-5782.
Here is the most recent draft of the agenda:
Partners in Flight Pan-American Roundtable
Organized by the American Bird Conservancy and hosted by The Nature
Conservancy
13 December 2002, The Nature Conservancy, Arlington, VA
10:00: Call to Order, Introduction
10:05 ^Ö 11:00: Program Updates and Announcements
Paul Baicich ^Ö Birders^Ò Exchange
Carol Beidleman ^Ö Park Flight
Others to be arranged (up to 4-5)
11:00 ^Ö 12:30: PANEL ^Ö Avitourism and Conservation: What can birders,
birding, and the business of bird-watching do for bird conservation in
the Neotropics? Panel members: Ted Eubanks, Fermata, Inc.; Eduardo
Nycander, Rainforest Expeditions; 3rd member TBA, member of guided bird
tour industry.
12:30 ^Ö 1:30: LUNCH. Cost is $8.00/person.
1:30 ^Ö 3:30: PANEL - The Alliance for Zero Extinction: A site-based
approach to species conservation. Panel members: Mike Parr, American
Bird Conservancy; Dr. Eric Dinerstein, World Wildlife Fund-US; Dr.
Thomas Brooks, Conservation International; Dr. Cheri Sugal, World Parks
Endowment.
3:30 ^Ö 4:00: Wrap-up, announcements.
4:00 ^Ö 6:00: Social.
We hope you will join us on December 12 for the Council meeting and the
ABC Holiday Party, and on the following day for the PIF-Pan-American
Roundtable Meeting.
Thank you for your attention. Apologies for cross postings and thank you
for sharing these announcements with others who you think would be
interested.
George E. Wallace, PhD
Director of International Programs
American Bird Conservancy
P.O. Box 249, 4249 Loudoun Avenue
The Plains, VA 20198 USA
Tel: 540-253-5780
Fax: 540-253-5782
E-mail: gwallace@abcbirds.org
On the Web at www.abcbirds.org
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Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 20:05:08 -0700
From: Greg Newman <gsn3@DANA.UCC.NAU.EDU>
Subject: MS research assistantship
MASTER OF SCIENCE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP IN SOIL ECOLOGY AT NORTHERN ARIZONA
UNIVERSITY
A Master of Science Research Assistantship is available in the School of
Forestry (www.for.nau.edu), Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
($13,250/y plus health insurance coverage). The successful applicant will
join an interdisciplinary team investigating the utility of forest insect
communities as indicators of ponderosa pine forest health at the landscape
scale. This position will focus on the measurement of key soil pools and
processes known to covary with forest condition, such as microbial biomass a
d
rates of soil nitrogen cycling. Funding is available for two years starting
in the spring or summer of 2003. Flagstaff is located at an elevation of
2,280 m on the southern edge of the Colorado Plateau and offers exceptional
recreational opportunities. Contact Dr. Stephen C. Hart for application
information (steve.hart@nau.edu; 928-523-6637).
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