Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 11 Nov 2002 to 12 Nov 2002 (#2002-288)
There are 16 messages totalling 843 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. faculty position in environmental geoscience
2. Two Positions at West Virginia University
3. Static Wetness Index (2)
4. Job Announcement: Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology
5. recent grad. looking for advice
6. hardened horizon in tropical soils?
7. Vacancy Announcement - OPPTS/OPPT/RAD/SSB
8. Scientific leadership positions available at EPA
9. Earth Policy news - Fish Catch Indicator
10. Position Announcement
11. Position Announcement: Assistant Professor-Remote Sensing
12. Landscape Ecology/Carbon Cycle Faculty Position
13. List Post Doc Position
14. Quick GPS Plotting
15. gw: Warming Waters and Dying Lobsters
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Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2002 23:36:24 -0500
From: Andrea Grottoli <grottoli@SAS.UPENN.EDU>
Subject: faculty position in environmental geoscience
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCE faculty position
The Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the
University of Pennsylvania invites applications for an assistant
professorship in environmental geoscience. The research interests of the
candidate should complement and broaden established research programs in
the Department. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an
active research program while teaching graduate courses in his/her research
specialty, and undergraduate courses in environmental studies, geology,
paleobiology, or oceanography. Further information about programs in the
Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of
Pennsylvania may be sought at <www.sas.upenn.edu/earth/>. Applicants
should submit resumes, statements of research and teaching interests, names
and contact information of three references, and a selection of
representative reprints to: Robert Giegengack, Environmental Geoscience
Search Committee, Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University
of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6316
USA (earth@sas.upenn.edu). The Search Committee will begin to evaluate
applications in January 2003; the search will remain open until the
position is filled. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal-opportunity
employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
*******************************************************
Andrea G. Grottoli, Assistant Professor
University of Pennsylvania
Department of Earth and Environmental Science
240 South 33rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6316
tel: 215-898-9269 (office)
fax: 215-898-0964
email: grottoli@sas.upenn.edu
http://www.sas.upenn.edu/~grottoli/
and Woodland House Faculty Fellow
University of Pennsylvania
http://woodland.house.upenn.edu/
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 08:56:46 -0500
From: William Peterjohn <bpj@WVU.EDU>
Subject: Two Positions at West Virginia University
Conservation Biologist/Landscape Ecologist: West Virginia University invite
applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in
the Department of Biology effective August 16, 2003. We are seeking
applications from individuals with a broad biology background to develop a
strong, independent research program and be committed to excellent teaching
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the undergraduate and graduate level. Possible areas of research could
include
invasive species biology, conservation of endangered plants or animals,
modeling or landscape ecology. Individuals who might use GIS, stable
isotope or
molecular approaches are also encouraged to apply. Preference will be
given to
applicants whose expertise complements that of existing faculty. West Virgin
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University is located in Morgantown, WV, which was recently voted ^ÓBest Sma
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City in the East^Ô by the Rating Guide to Life in America's Small Cities. Th
Department of Biology has also recently moved into the state-of-the-art Life
Sciences Building with excellent laboratory and greenhouse facilities.
Qualified applicants should submit statements of research qualifications and
objectives and their teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, representative
publications, estimated start-up costs, and three letters of recommendation.
Review of applications will commence Jan. 5, 2003. Applications should be
sent
to: Dr. James B. McGraw, Search Committee Chair, Department of Biology, Wes
Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6057. For more information, visi
the departmental web site (www.as.wvu.edu/biology), e-mail jmcgraw@wvu.edu,
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telephone 304-293-5201 x31532. West Virginia University is an Equal
Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the
basis
of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran
status,
national origin, or sexual orientation.
Plant Physiologist: West Virginia University invites applications for a
tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of
Biology effective August 16, 2003. We are seeking applications from
individuals with a broad biology background to develop a strong, independent
research program and who are committed to excellent teaching at the
undergraduate and graduate level, including a comprehensive plant physiology
course. Preference will be given to individuals who can interact with the
existing programs in environmental, organismal and molecular biology at West
Virginia University. Opportunities also exist to interact with emerging
University initiatives in biotechnology and forensic biology. We especially
seek individuals who use stable-isotope or molecular techniques in their
research. West Virginia University is located in Morgantown, WV, which was
recently voted ^ÓBest Small City in the East^Ô by the Rating Guide to Life
n
America's Small Cities. The Department of Biology has also recently moved
into
the state-of-the-art Life Sciences Building with excellent laboratory and
greenhouse facilities. Qualified applicants should submit statements of
research qualifications and teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae,
representative publications, estimated start-up costs, and three letters of
recommendation. Review of applications will commence on December 15, 2002.
Applications should be sent to Richard Thomas, Search Committee Chair,
Department of Biology, West Virginia University, PO Box 6057, Morgantown, WV
26506. For more information: departmental website: (www.as.wvu.edu/biolog
)
or phone: (304) 293-5201 ext. 31516. West Virginia University is an Equal
Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the
basis
of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran
status,
national origin, or sexual orientation.
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 09:24:59 -0600
From: Wayne E Thogmartin <wthogmartin@USGS.GOV>
Subject: Static Wetness Index
Because ephemeral wetlands are not consistently mapped throughout the Upper
Midwest, I'm attempting to calculate a static wetness index for a large
area of the Upper Midwest US. The equation is:
W = ln(As/tan(b)),
where 'As' is the catchment area (in sq m per m) and 'b' is the slope (in
degrees).
The thing that confuses me about this index is that the tangent of an angle
oscillates about zero (see list below), commonly resulting in negative
values. Thus, the final index results in a negative wetness, which often
seems arbitrarily deflated (e.g., the denominator of the formula for an
area with a slope of 11 degrees is -225!) . Does anybody have experience
with this metric and it's proper implementation and interpretation?
Slope tan(slope)
1 1.56
2 -2.19
3 -0.14
4 1.16
5 -3.38
6 -0.29
7 0.87
8 -6.80
9 -0.45
10 0.65
11 -225.95
12 -0.64
13 0.46
14 7.24
15 -0.86
16 0.30
17 3.49
18 -1.14
19 0.15
20 2.24
.
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Thanks,
Wayne E. Thogmartin, PhD
Statistician (Biology) - Avian/Habitat Modeling
USGS Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center
575 Lester Avenue
Onalaska, WI 54650
608.783.7550 Ext 42
wthogmartin@usgs.gov
www.umesc.usgs.gov/staff/bios/wet0.html/
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Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2002 18:38:35 -0800
From: Clinton Wakefield Epps <buzzard@NATURE.BERKELEY.EDU>
Subject: Job Announcement: Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology
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<font face="Times, Times"><b>Assistant Professor of Wildlife Eco
ogy</b>,
tenure-track, nine-month, in the Department of Environmental Science,
Policy, and Management, Division of Ecosystem Sciences and the
Agricultural Experiment Station at the University of California at
Berkeley, available July 1, 2003.<br>
<br>
The appointee will be expected to develop a nationally recognized
research program in the area of ecology, management and conservation
biology of terrestrial vertebrates. Appropriate research emphases
include, but are not limited to population dynamics, plant-animal
interactions, ecosystem and habitat management, physiological ecology,
and landscape ecology. The applicant should have a strong foundation in
quantitative analysis and possess the ability to interact with colleagues
in a broad array of disciplines in environmental sciences. Teaching
includes a large, upper-division class in wildlife ecology to a broad
cross-campus audience, a graduate seminar in areas of research interest
and participation in other courses in environmental sciences.<br>
<br>
We seek broadly trained applicants working with large mammals or other
taxa of conservation or economic importance who could complement current
faculty strengths. Applicant should have a strong background in the
application of ecology to problems in wildlife management and
conservation, and natural resource policy, and be able to interact with
agency and cooperative extension personnel. Research will be performed
through the California Agricultural Experiment Station as a Wildlife
Biologist.<br>
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See
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for more information. <br>
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Submit CV, statement of research and teaching interests, and three
letters of recommendation by 23 January 2003 to:<br>
Chair, Wildlife Ecology Search Committee <br>
Ecosystem Sciences Division <br>
151 Hilgard Hall, MC 3110 <br>
University of California <br>
Berkeley, CA 94720-3110<br>
<br>
<br>
</font><br>
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Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2002 22:07:57 -0500
From: brad mcallister <bmcalli@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: recent grad. looking for advice
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 07:47:41 +0000
From: Myrna Landim <m_landim@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: hardened horizon in tropical soils?
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n the region are Red-Yellow Latosols (Ustox or Orthox, in the U.S. taxonomy
ystem) and Red-Yellow Podzols (Ultisols). <BR><BR>As the presenc
of this layer has important implications in water and nutrient drainage and
soil erosion, I am interested to know if the same happens in other tropical
oils, and whether forests are also found growing on them. I have no speciali
ed training in pedology, so I am afraid this may be a somewhat too obvious q
estion, but I have not found anything similar to this in the literature I ha
e searched until now. Any information would be greatly appreciated. <BR>
<BR>Many thanks, <BR><BR>Myrna <BR></P><BR>
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 08:16:57 -0500
From: Cai.Tingting@EPAMAIL.EPA.GOV
Subject: Vacancy Announcement - OPPTS/OPPT/RAD/SSB
Please do not reply to the sender.
----- Forwarded by Tingting Cai/NAR/USEPA/US on 11/12/02 08:13 AM -----
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Subject: Vacancy Announcemen
- OPPTS/OPPT/RAD/SSB
The Risk Assessment Division is announcing the following position in the
Science Support Branch*:
- Supervisory Biologist (GS-0401-14/15)
Vacancy Announcement Number: HQOPPTS-MP-2002-0255
- Supervisory Environmental Scientist (GS-1301-14/15)
Vacancy Announcement Number: HQOPPTS-MP-2003-0291
Open Date: 11/12/2002
Close Date: 11/26/2002
The announcements can be viewed on EZHire@EPA. The web site address is:
http://www.epa.gov/ezhire.
*PLEASE NOTE: There is only one position available. The position may
be filled as the position advertised or one of the announcements listed
above. In order to receive consideration for each vacancy, applicants
must apply separately under each announcement.
JoAnn Jeffries
US EPA/OPPTS/OPPT/EAD/HRAMB
4317F - ICC (EPA East) (7408M)
Ph: (202) 564-8181
Fax: (202) 564-8251
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 08:17:52 -0500
From: Cai.Tingting@EPAMAIL.EPA.GOV
Subject: Scientific leadership positions available at EPA
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Subject: Scientific leadersh
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Good Afternoon:
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Hi Brian Melzian
NOTE: Please do not attempt to respond to this email - the url below
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Because of your interest in Environmental Protection Agency research,
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 08:50:22 -0500
From: Reah Janise Kauffman <rjkauffman@EARTH-POLICY.ORG>
Subject: Earth Policy news - Fish Catch Indicator
ECO-ECONOMY INDICATORS: TRENDS TO TRACK
The world fish catch is a useful measure of the productivity and health of
the oceanic ecosystem that covers 70 percent of the earth^Òs surface. The
extent to which world demand for seafood is outrunning the sustainable yield
of fisheries can be seen in shrinking fishery stocks, declining catches, and
collapsing fisheries.
Fish Catch Leveling Off
Janet Larsen
The world fish catch in 2000, the last year for which global data are
available, was reported at 94.8 million tons. After decades of steady
growth, the oceanic fish catch has plateaued and since the late 1980s has
fluctuated between 85 million and 95 million tons. Some three fourths of
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 09:11:23 -0800
From: erosimar@ND.EDU
Subject: Position Announcement
Two Ph.D. Graduate Positions in stream ecology at the University
of Notre Dame.
Two Ph.D. positions are available for highly motivated students
interested in stream ecosystem research. Students will be involved
in a multi-investigator wood addition experiment in Northern
Michigan.
Project objective is to examine the effects of wood on stream
ecosystem structure and function, including nutrient and organic
matter retention, invertebrate secondary production and fish
community structure. Students will be involved in all levels of the
research and have the opportunity to develop dissertation topics
within the context of the experiment or on related topics. Positions
available starting May 15, 2003.
For more information contact
Dr. Jennifer Tank and/or Dr. Gary Lamberti
Dept. of Biological Sciences
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN 46556-0369
Tank.1@nd.edu
Gary.A.Lamberti.1@nd.edu
To learn more about graduate studies at Notre Dame and to request
an application form to the Graduate School, see our Graduate
School ({http://www.nd.edu/~gradsch/" }http://www.nd.edu/~gradsch/) or depar
mental web sites
(http://www.science.nd.edu/biology/biology.html).
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 09:14:55 -0600
From: "X. Ben Wu" <b-wu@TAMU.EDU>
Subject: Position Announcement: Assistant Professor-Remote Sensing
DEPARTMENT OF FOREST SCIENCE
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT - Remote Sensing
POSITION: Assistant Professor
APPOINTMENT: This position will be a 12-month, tenure-track
appointment in the Department of Forest Science and involve 50%
teaching and 50% research responsibilities
STARTING DATE: June 2003 or as negotiated
CLOSING DATE: 31 January 2002 or until suitable candidate is found.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required Ph.D. in Forest Science, Geography,
Agricultural Engineering or related disciplines with expertise in
remote sensing and its application in natural resources; potential
to generate external funding; and excellent verbal and written
communication skills.
PREFERRED: Postdoctoral experience in remote sensing and/or spatial
sciences, a proven track record in acquiring external grants. Sound
understanding of spatial statistics and GIS, experience in real-time
application development and/or experience interacting with state and
federal regulatory agencies and private industry for spatial
analyses are a plus.
DESCRIPTION: The incumbent will report to the Head of the Department
of Forest Science. This position will be housed in the Spatial
Sciences Laboratory (SSL) and be expected to work in close
collaboration with the Director and staff of the Spatial Sciences
Lab. This position involves teaching graduate and undergraduate
courses in remote sensing and photo interpretation. The position
requires advising undergraduate and graduate students and a
willingness to participate in service responsibilities at the
Spatial Sciences Laboratory, Department, College and University
levels. Professional interaction in remote sensing with private and
public industries, governmental agencies and other natural resource
agencies and organizations will be expected.
The incumbent will be expected to develop an excellent research
program to address the key priorities in remote sensing and spatial
sciences fields, based on success in obtaining external sources of
funds. Start-up support is available, as will be on-going
institutional support.
FACILITIES and OPPORTUNITIES: The Forestry Department occupies
modern teaching, research and outreach facilities, including the
Spatial Sciences Laboratory, a college-wide resource to advance
spatial sciences technology. The Spatial Sciences Laboratory is
leading efforts in collaborative research with various departments
and colleges within Texas A&M University System with a proven track
record of attracting high-quality professionals and students to
address spatial sciences issues. The SSL has strong state, national
and international reputations. The position provides an unusual
opportunity for collaboration with faculty in related disciplines
within a strong research university, including such areas as
biological and agricultural engineering, plant pathology, spatial
sciences, geosciences, rangeland ecology, landscape architecture and
urban planning.
APPLICATIONS: Interested persons should submit a letter of
application and a formal, one-page statement of teaching philosophy
and research interest; vitae; official university transcripts; up to
5 representative publications; and complete contact information for
five references to:
Dr. C. T. Smith, Professor and Department Head
Department of Forest Science
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX 77843-2120
Phone: 979-845-5000
Fax: 979-845-6049
g-hyden@tamu.edu
www-ssl.tamu.edu or www.forestry.tamu.edu
Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer.
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 10:28:55 -0500
From: Matt Beaty <mbeaty@PSU.EDU>
Subject: Landscape Ecology/Carbon Cycle Faculty Position
PENNSYLVANIA, UNIVERSITY PARK 16802. The Pennsylvania State
University. Tenure track faculty position for an advanced Assistant or
Associate Professor in Landscape Ecology/Carbon Cycle Science. We are
interested in candidates whose work is focused on understanding,
detecting, predicting, and/or modeling terrestrial ecosystem responses -
populations, communities, energy or materials- to land use/land cover
change in the context of the terrestrial carbon cycle. This position is
co-funded by the Department of Geography and Penn State^Òs Institutes of
the Environment (http://www.environment.psu.edu/) which seeks to
catalyze University wide inter-disciplinary research and teaching on
carbon cycle science, global change, ecological dynamics, and regional
assessment. Excellence in teaching, research, including
inter-disciplinary research, and service is expected, as is the
development of an extramurally funded research program. Applicants
should submit: 1) a letter describing how they would contribute to the
Department^Òs teaching and research program and to inter-disciplinary
research; 2) a complete curriculum vitae; 3) a maximum of five reprints;
and 4) the names and addresses (including e-mail and fax) of three to
five referees. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2003 but
applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Penn State University is committed to affirmative action, equal
opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce and applications from
women and under represented groups are encouraged.
Apply: Dr. Alan H. Taylor, Chair, Search Committee, Department of
Geography, 302 Walker Building, University Park, PA 16802 Phone: (814)
865-3433; Fax: (814) 863-7943; E-mail: aht1@psu.edu.
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 08:47:07 -0700
From: Jack Morgan <morgan@LAMAR.COLOSTATE.EDU>
Subject: List Post Doc Position
Please put the following ad on your free list-server. If you have any =
questions, just email me back.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
Jack Morgan
The USDA, Agricultural Research Service, High Plains Grasslands Research =
Station in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is seeking a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH =
ASSOCIATE, (Research Ecologist). Ph.D. is required. Salary is =
commensurate with experience ($46,469 - $72,400 per annum), plus =
benefits. There are some citizenship restrictions. This position is =
located in the Rangeland Resources Research Unit at the High Plains =
Grasslands Research Station, Cheyenne, Wyoming. The incumbent will =
evaluate how various land management practices (1) affect soil carbon =
storage and trace greenhouse gas fluxes in grazinglands that represent =
vast areas of western rangelands, and (2) determine which land =
management practice(s) decrease net global warming potential while =
maintaining sustained productive use. Research sites will encompass =
shortgrass steppe, northern mixed-grass and Sagebrush steppe ecosystems =
with established stocking rate/grazing system treatments. Knowledge of =
biogeochemistry and field experience in monitoring greenhouse gas =
emissions are desirable. Refer to www.ars.usda.gov for the full text =
announcement and for complete application instructions. Send =
application materials and references to Dr. Jack Morgan, USDA/ARS, =
Rangeland Resources Research Unit, Crops Research Laboratory, 1701Center =
Avenue, Ft. Collins, CO 80526-2083 (970-498-4216) or email =
(morgan@lamar.colostate.edu). Applications will be accepted until =
February 12, 2003. USDA/ARS is an equal opportunity provider and =
employer.
=20
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 09:28:25 -0800
From: Ed Bissell <e_bissell@YAHOO.COM>
Subject: Re: Static Wetness Index
Instead of calculating degrees slope, try calculating percent slope.
Then you can multiply the percent slope * .01 to derive the slope in
whatever units you are working with. This is essentially the same
thing as the tangent (opposite/adjacent). Also, you may want to add
a small factor to prevent divide by zero errors. The formula would
look something like: WI = ln(as / (b + 0.0001)); where as is the
catchment area, b is percent slope * .01, and 0.0001 is a small
constant to prevent divide by zero errors.....Hope this helps...
--- Wayne E Thogmartin <wthogmartin@USGS.GOV> wrote:
> Because ephemeral wetlands are not consistently mapped throughout
> the Upper
> Midwest, I'm attempting to calculate a static wetness index for a
> large
> area of the Upper Midwest US. The equation is:
>
> W = ln(As/tan(b)),
>
> where 'As' is the catchment area (in sq m per m) and 'b' is the
> slope (in
> degrees).
>
> The thing that confuses me about this index is that the tangent of
> an angle
> oscillates about zero (see list below), commonly resulting in
> negative
> values. Thus, the final index results in a negative wetness, which
> often
> seems arbitrarily deflated (e.g., the denominator of the formula
> for an
> area with a slope of 11 degrees is -225!) . Does anybody have
> experience
> with this metric and it's proper implementation and interpretation?
>
> Slope tan(slope)
> 1 1.56
> 2 -2.19
> 3 -0.14
> 4 1.16
> 5 -3.38
> 6 -0.29
> 7 0.87
> 8 -6.80
> 9 -0.45
> 10 0.65
> 11 -225.95
> 12 -0.64
> 13 0.46
> 14 7.24
> 15 -0.86
> 16 0.30
> 17 3.49
> 18 -1.14
> 19 0.15
> 20 2.24
> .
> .
> .
> .
>
> Thanks,
>
> Wayne E. Thogmartin, PhD
> Statistician (Biology) - Avian/Habitat Modeling
> USGS Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center
> 575 Lester Avenue
> Onalaska, WI 54650
> 608.783.7550 Ext 42
> wthogmartin@usgs.gov
> www.umesc.usgs.gov/staff/bios/wet0.html/
>
>
=====
Ed Bissell
Graduate Student
Michigan State University
Department of Geography
Center for Remote Sensing & GIS
203 Manly Miles Building
bissell3@msu.edu
__________________________________________________
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 10:16:04 -0900
From: Todd Rinaldi <todd_Rinaldi@FISHGAME.STATE.AK.US>
Subject: Quick GPS Plotting
Ken,
For a quick map with our remote gps data, we use GPS Trackmaker
Professional, a program made by designers in Brazil. I know you can use
.bmp, .jpeg or .gif files, but probably more are compatable. The program can
operate on Win NT/95/98/2000. You can download the basic version for free
by going to http://www.gpstm.com/.
Todd A. Rinaldi
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Division of Wildlife Conservation
333 Raspberry Road
Anchorage, AK 99518-1599
Office: (907) 267-2267
Fax: (907) 267-2433
Email: todd_rinaldi@fishgame.state.ak.us
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 17:07:00 -0500
From: Karen Claxon <kclaxon@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: gw: Warming Waters and Dying Lobsters
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/11/09/nyregion/09LOBS.html
Warming Waters and Dying Lobsters
By KIRK JOHNSON
STONY BROOK, N.Y. - The first clue that something had once again gone
seriously wrong in Long Island Sound was the color of the blood being
spilled. Lobsters are not supposed to bleed orange.
But it was the timing that really piqued Alistair D. M. Dove's interest.
Orange-blooded lobsters began showing up in his pathology lab here at
the State University of New York in mid-August, the very week
researchers reported a sudden increase in the Sound's water temperature
after a year of record-breaking warm weather.
Through 20 subsequent autopsies, a pattern emerged. The animals had been
killed by a buildup of calcium, the rough equivalent of kidney stones in
humans, and all the evidence pointed to one cause: water so warm that it
was impairing their ability to process minerals. The lobsters were dying
from the stress of an environment that had become hostile to their
ancient internal thermostats, Dr. Dove concluded.
"The correlation is very strong," he said. "Not proven, but strong.
Climate is the killer here." . .
.http://www.nytimes.com/2002/11/09/nyregion/09LOBS.html
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 12 Nov 2002 to 13 Nov 2002 (#2002-289)
There are 11 messages totalling 483 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. News: Darwin's Finches Under Parasitic Attack
2. DNR - Forest Inventory GIS Data Specialist recruitment
3. Correction to "Position Announcement: Assistant Professor-Remote Sensin
"
4. News: Ecosystem Effects of Suburbanization On Deer Populations
5. Western Section TWS 2003 Annual Conference Deadline Extension
6. Symposium announcement - Urbanization and Stream Ecology
7. A question
8. Faculty Position in Physiology
9. Symposium on the Effects of Fishing Activities on Benthic Habitats
10. graduate student assistantship
11. please post this job announcement on ecolog-l
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 19:22:48 -0800
From: Ashwani Vasishth <vasishth@USC.EDU>
Subject: News: Darwin's Finches Under Parasitic Attack
DEADLY PARASITES INFECT DARWIN'S FAMOUS FINCHES
CAMBRIDGE, UK, November 11, 2002 (ENS) - Darwin's finches, made famous by
Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, are facing a new threat. Parasitic
fly larvae are feeding on nestling birds in Ecuador's Galapagos islands,
BirdLife International is warning. BirdLife International is a global
alliance of national conservation organizations of which the Ecuadorian
Ornithological Foundation is a partner.
For full text and graphics visit:
http://ens-news.com/ens/nov2002/2002-11-11-04.asp
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 17:38:10 -0800
From: DEBRA CHAMBERLIN <debra.chamberlin@WADNR.GOV>
Subject: DNR - Forest Inventory GIS Data Specialist recruitment
please pass on to your professional networks and websites.
The Washington Department of Natural Resources is recruiting to fill an Inve
tory Spatial Data Specialist position within the Forest Inventory Program.
his position will serve as senior technical specialist for GIS data in the F
rest Inventory Program.
Please see link below for qualification and application information.
http://www.wadnr.gov/es/recruitandemploy/5616itas4opentillfilled.doc
Debra Chamberlin, Recruitment Coordinator
DNR Human Resources Division
360-902-1228
DNR Jobs Page: http://www.wa.gov/dnr/jobs/
Intranet site: http://www.wadnr.gov/es/es.html
"The People Side of DNR"
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 20:39:46 -0600
From: "X. Ben Wu" <b-wu@TAMU.EDU>
Subject: Correction to "Position Announcement: Assistant Professor-Remote
Sensing"
There was a typo in the job announcement we posted on ECOLOG-L earlier
today. The closing date should be '31 January 2003', not '31 January 2002'.
Our sincere apology!
===========================================================
DEPARTMENT OF FOREST SCIENCE
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT - Remote Sensing
POSITION: Assistant Professor
APPOINTMENT: This position will be a 12-month, tenure-track appointment in
the Department of Forest Science and involve 50% teaching and 50% research
responsibilities
STARTING DATE: June 2003 or as negotiated
CLOSING DATE: 31 January 2003 or until suitable candidate is found.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required Ph.D. in Forest Science, Geography, Agricultural
Engineering or related disciplines with expertise in remote sensing and its
application in natural resources; potential to generate external funding;
and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
PREFERRED: Postdoctoral experience in remote sensing and/or spatial
sciences, a proven track record in acquiring external grants. Sound
understanding of spatial statistics and GIS, experience in real-time
application development and/or experience interacting with state and federal
regulatory agencies and private industry for spatial analyses are a plus.
DESCRIPTION: The incumbent will report to the Head of the Department of
Forest Science. This position will be housed in the Spatial Sciences
Laboratory (SSL) and be expected to work in close collaboration with the
Director and staff of the Spatial Sciences Lab. This position involves
teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in remote sensing and photo
interpretation. The position requires advising undergraduate and graduate
students and a willingness to participate in service responsibilities at the
Spatial Sciences Laboratory, Department, College and University levels.
Professional interaction in remote sensing with private and public
industries, governmental agencies and other natural resource agencies and
organizations will be expected.
The incumbent will be expected to develop an excellent research program to
address the key priorities in remote sensing and spatial sciences fields,
based on success in obtaining external sources of funds. Start-up support is
available, as will be on-going institutional support.
FACILITIES and OPPORTUNITIES: The Forestry Department occupies modern
teaching, research and outreach facilities, including the Spatial Sciences
Laboratory, a college-wide resource to advance spatial sciences technology.
The Spatial Sciences Laboratory is leading efforts in collaborative research
with various departments and colleges within Texas A&M University System
with a proven track record of attracting high-quality professionals and
students to address spatial sciences issues. The SSL has strong state,
national and international reputations. The position provides an unusual
opportunity for collaboration with faculty in related disciplines within a
strong research university, including such areas as biological and
agricultural engineering, plant pathology, spatial sciences, geosciences,
rangeland ecology, landscape architecture and urban planning.
APPLICATIONS: Interested persons should submit a letter of application and a
formal, one-page statement of teaching philosophy and research interest;
vitae; official university transcripts; up to 5 representative publications;
and complete contact information for five references to:
Dr. C. T. Smith, Professor and Head
Department of Forest Science
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX 77843-2120
Phone: 979-845-5000
Fax: 979-845-6049
g-hyden@tamu.edu
www-ssl.tamu.edu or www.forestry.tamu.edu
Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 21:26:57 -0800
From: Ashwani Vasishth <vasishth@USC.EDU>
Subject: News: Ecosystem Effects of Suburbanization On Deer Populations
New York Times:
November 12, 2002
Out of Control, Deer Send Ecosystem Into Chaos
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/11/12/science/life/12DEER.html
Deer Draw Cougars Ever Eastward
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/11/12/science/life/12COUG.html
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Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 21:11:26 -1000
From: Bill Standley <standleyb@WILDLIFER.COM>
Subject: Western Section TWS 2003 Annual Conference Deadline Extension
The deadline for submitting abstracts for the 2003 Annual Conference of
the Western Section of the Wildlife Society has been extended until
December 6th. The conference will be held February 27-March 1, 2003 in
Irvine, California and details are on the Western Section TWS web site
at http://www.tws-west.org. Remember that if you submitted an abstract
via the online form prior to October 31, you will need to resubmit.
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Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 17:20:25 +1100
From: Chris Walsh <Chris.Walsh@SCI.MONASH.EDU.AU>
Subject: Symposium announcement - Urbanization and Stream Ecology
Apologies for cross-postings
First Announcement
SYMPOSIUM on URBANIZATION and STREAM ECOLOGY
8-9 December, 2003
Melbourne, Australia.
Expressions of interest are invited from ecological researchers and
practitioners to attend the Symposium on Urbanization and Stream
Ecology. The symposium will aim to:
- bring together and synthesize current knowledge of the effects of
urban land-use on stream ecosystems
- examine priorities and potential for stream restoration in urban
catchments
- identify knowledge gaps to direct future ecological research in urban
catchments.
The symposium, to be held at an inner-city location in Melbourne in the
austral summer of 2003, will consist of a day of plenary papers
presenting some of the world's foremost research on stream ecology in
urbanized catchments, followed by a day of contributed papers.
Plenary speakers include:
- Steward Pickett, Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Milbrook USA
(Baltimore Long Term Ecological Research)
- Nancy Grimm, Arizona State University, USA (Central Arizona-
Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research)
- Derek Booth, Center for Water and Watershed Studies, University of
Washington, Seattle USA.
- Judy Meyer, River Basin Science and Policy Center, Institute of
Ecology, University of Georgia, USA
- Chris Walsh, Cooperative Research Centre for Freshwater Ecology,
Monash University, Australia.
If you are interested in contributing a paper or attending the
symposium, please send a message to
Chris.Walsh@sci.monash.edu.au
Further announcements will be made in the coming months including a
formal call for papers and more details on venue and registration.
The symposium is being supported by the Cooperative Research Centres for
Freshwater Ecology and Catchment Hydrology, together with the Melbourne
Water Corporation.
Chris Walsh
Chair, Organizing Committee,
Symposium on Urbanization and Stream Ecology
CRC for Freshwater Ecology
Water Studies Centre
PO Box 23
Monash University
Clayton 3800
AUSTRALIA
Ph +61 3 9905 4091
Fax +61 3 9905 4196
e-mail Chris.Walsh@sci.monash.edu.au
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Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 18:54:21 +0530
From: Anuradha Bhat <anuradha@CES.IISC.ERNET.IN>
Subject: A question
Hello,
Here is a statistics question:
I have sampled species richness of fish at various locations along a river
( each location has different types of habitats and has been sampled using
a variety of methods). To keep the biases of various methods out of
sampling, each method has been used to an equal extent (standardised).
I want to study the trend in the pattern of species richness along the
upstream- downstream gradient- to see if there is an increase or decrease
as we move along the gradient.
How do I best check the statistical significance of the trend?- what test
do I use?
Thank you very much!
Best Wishes,
Anuradha Bhat.
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Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 12:02:22 -0500
From: Danny Gleason <dgleason@GASOU.EDU>
Subject: Faculty Position in Physiology
<html>
Please note that our search for a physiologist has been extended to Dec.
2, 2002.<br><br>
The Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University, invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position as outlined
below. Requirements for tenure-track positions: proficiency in English,
ability to work with diverse populations. Ph.D. required at the time of
application, postdoctoral experience preferred. We seek applicants who
can collaborate with our faculty, secure external funding and contribute
to the department's broad research emphasis on coastal biology. In
addition to specific courses listed below, positions require
participation in introductory courses and upper level courses in
applicant's area of expertise. Starting date is 1 August 2003. Salary
commensurate with qualifications. <br>
<br>
Molecular Physiologist: Comparative physiologist using modern molecular
methods to investigate the function and regulation of major organ systems
in animals. Preference given to individuals working with estuarine/marine
organisms, but will consider individuals concentrating on other groups as
well. Teaching duties will include a freshman/sophomore Cellular Biology
class for biology majors equivalent to a one semester general biology
course. Search Chair: Dr. Jonathan Copeland. <br>
<br>
THE DEPARTMENT AND THE UNIVERSITY <br>
The Department of Biology has a commitment to teaching and research
excellence and provides an integrative biology program leading to B.A.,
B.S., and M.S. degrees. The Department has 29 faculty members, 600
undergraduate majors, and 40 M.S. degree students
(<a href="http://www.bio.gasou.edu/" eudora="autourl"><font color="
0000FF"><u>http://www.bio.gasou.edu/</a></u></font>
).
Department affiliations include the Institute for Arthropodology and
Parasitology, Smithsonian Institution's National Tick Collection,
Savannah Science Museum Herpetological Collection, Georgia Southern
Botanical Garden and Herbarium, and Applied Coastal Research Laboratory
on Skidaway Island. Georgia Southern University, is the largest <br>
center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia
(<a href="http://chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.htm" eudora="autourl">
<font color="#0000FF"><u>http://chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.
tm</a></u></font>).
<br>
<br>
APPLICATION INFORMATION <br>
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and
research interests, and contact information for three references to the
Search Chair (shown above), Department of Biology, Georgia Southern
University, P.O. Box 8042, Statesboro, GA 30460-8042, USA. Application
postmark deadline is 1 November 2002 (<b>has been extended to 2 Decemb
r
2002</b>). Georgia is an open records state. Individuals who need
reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the
search process should notify the search chair. Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. <br>
<br><br>
<br>
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**************************************<br>
Daniel Gleason<br>
Department of Biology<br>
Georgia Southern University<br>
P.O. Box 8042<br>
Statesboro, GA 30460-8042<br><br>
Phone: 912-681-5957<br>
FAX: 912-681-0845<br>
E-mail: dgleason@gasou.edu<br>
<a href="http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html" eud
ra="autourl">http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html<
/a><br>
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Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 13:37:49 -0500
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Symposium on the Effects of Fishing Activities on Benthic Habitats
The Symposium on the Effects of Fishing Activities on Benthic Habitats
opened yesterday, November 12, 2002 with nearly 400 participants from
around the US and the world, including Alaska, Florida, the United
Kingdom, Australia, and Mexico. Convened by the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the US Geological Survey (USGS),
in collaboration with the American Fisheries Society and the Ecological
Society of America, the meeting brings together leading experts to
address the pressing issues of fishing and habitat alteration that
challenge managers, practitioners, and ocean scientists.
The Conference began unofficially on Monday, with participants
exploring the coastal and ocean systems of Florida's Tampa Bay Area.
One field trip visited the Fantasy Island, which is in the process of
becoming a center for environmental education for school students and
the general public, and the Alafia Bird Sanctuary, which hosts up to
18,000 nesting pairs of some 20 bird species. The Florida Conservation
Commission has listed Alafia Bank as the most important colony in the
State of Florida. A second field trip featured a sail to the offshore
reefs in the Gulf of Mexico, providing participants a chance to fish in
Florida's waters.
Tuesday, November 12th, offered a full day of sessions. The morning
session featured introductions by Dr. William T. Hogarth, Assistant
Administrator for Fisheries at NOAA and Dr. Charles G. Groat, Director
of USGS. Jake Rice of Fisheries and Oceans, Canada discussed management
and policy for fishing, emphasizing the importance of socioeconomic
impacts in decision-making. John Steele of Woods Hole Oceanographic
Institution discussed some of the findings of a National Marine
Fisheries Project that examined the ecosystem effects of fishing in
Galveston, Texas, Boston, Massachusetts, and Anchorage, Alaska.
"Scientific advice to manage benthic fisheries in Mexico: present
status and perspectives," a presentation by Francisco Arragui-Sanchez of
the Centro Interdisciplinario de Ciencias Marinas del IPN, described the
condition of shrimp and snapper fisheries. He described recent work to
understand the conditions these fisheries are in and possible ways to
avoid future collapse. The shrimping system in the Gulf of California
are has already suffered one collapse, and many other areas are on the
verge of collapsing if fishing practices do not change soon, according
to Arreguin.
In the afternoon, the meeting shifted focus to characterizing and
understanding natural change in benthic areas. Presenters described and
discussed high resolution imaging, sonars, and other technologies used
to determine features and conditions of the ocean bottom.
*****
Held in Tampa, Florida, more information about the meeting is available
at http://walrus.wr.usgs.gov/bh2002/. Members of the media are welcome
to attend the meeting, or call Annie Drinkard to arrange interviews with
participants. Please email annie@esa.org or call 813-879-4800 ext. 7114
for more information.
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Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 14:19:36 -0500
From: "John S. King" <jsking@MTU.EDU>
Subject: graduate student assistantship
GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP IN GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
We are seeking a Masters level graduate student to work on a project
investigating the effects of elevated atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) and
tropospheric ozone (O3t) on carbon cycling in trembling aspen, paper birch
and sugar maple ecosystems in the Upper Midwest. Concentrations of these
atmospheric constituents are rising rapidly due to industrial society, with
the potential to alter forest function and possibly the global climate.
The work is based at Michigan Technological University and involves ongoing
research at the FACTS-II Aspen FACE Project in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. The
FACTS-II project (http://oden.nrri.umn.edu/factsii/), the largest of its
kind in the world, uses advanced technology to simulate atmospheric
conditions predicted for the year 2050. Elevated atmospheric CO2 acts as a
fertilizer, increasing rates of photosynthesis and growth, whereas O3t is
toxic to plants. How forest productivity and carbon cycling respond to
these co-occurring pollutants in the future will be crucial to the
sustainable supply of wood products and the ecological benefits provided by
forests, including interaction with the global climate system. We
hypothesize that early and late successional tree species will respond to
the changing atmosphere differently, in ways consistent with their overall
life history strategies. The current work will focus on how changes in
root chemistry influence induction of soil microbial enzymes that control
decomposition and formation of soil organic carbon (SOC). This will
involve controlled incubations of root material produced under the
experimental treatments and analysis of changes in chemistry, decomposition
dynamics, and induction of soil microbial enzymes in collaboration with
colleagues at the University of Michigan. Funding is available to support
this position immediately and we are looking for a student to begin in the
Spring semester, 2003. Applicants must have a B.S. in Biology,
Environmental Science or related field, and previous lab experience is a
plus. Interested persons should contact Dr. John S. King, School of Forest
Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University,
Houghton, MI, 49931,USA , jsking@mtu.edu or 906-482-6303 ext. 13.
John S. King, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Ecosystem Science
School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI 49931
906-487-3454 (lab)
906-482-6303 ext. 13 (office)
906-482-6355 (FAX)
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Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 15:03:33 -0600
From: William R Clark <wrclark@IASTATE.EDU>
Subject: please post this job announcement on ecolog-l
Graduate Research Assistantship. (M.S.) in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
or Statistics to develop sampling protocols for surveillance for Chronic
Wasting Disease of deer. Opportunity to explore spatial epidemiology and
landscape ecology of disease as well as statistical performance of sampling
designs. Project is funded by the USGS National Wildlife Health Center and
provides the opportunity to work with scientists at NWHC on a statistical
internship. Annual stipend of $18,500 plus scholarship support for either
one-half or full tuition. Applications accepted immediately. Send letter
of interest, resume, transcripts, and GRE scores to Dr. William Clark or
Dr. David Otis, Iowa State University, 124 Science II, Ames, IA 50011,
515-294-5176, wrclark@iastate.edu.
Bill
William R. Clark, Ph.D.
124 Science II
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011 515-294-5176\
wrclark@iastate.edu
http://www.public.iastate.edu/~wrclark
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