Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 28 Apr 2003 to 29 Apr 2003 (#2003-113)
There are 11 messages totalling 442 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Short Courses on the Mathematics of Biological Complexity
2. Summer employment opportunity for students -- USGS Patuxent Wildlife
Research Center
3. field ecology books..
4. Job: field crew leader, invasive species control and restoration, CA
5. Job: field assistants, invasive species control and restoration, CA
6. 9 positions with NV USFS and upcoming positions with Eastern NV Landsca
e
Coalition and TNC
7. biodiversity in the catskills
8. Wide angle (24 mm) camera lens geometry
9. FAPAR calcualtion...suggestions required....
10. blowgun sources?
11. ecological technician position, NE
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 00:35:21 -0400
From: Louis Gross <gross@TIEM.UTK.EDU>
Subject: Short Courses on the Mathematics of Biological Complexity
Short Courses on the Mathematics of Biological Complexity
Supported by the National Institutes of Health GM59924-02
April 2003
This continuing series of Short Courses held at the University
of Tennessee is oriented towards biologically-trained individuals,
including graduate students, biology faculty, MDs and those desiring
to work in emerging fields in computational biology. The objective
is to provide a rapid introduction to the mathematical and computational
topics appropriate for understanding current research in biological
complexity. Two additional courses being held in the next few months
still have space available:
Course 2: Optimal Control Theory in Application to Biology:
July 9 - 12, 2003
Course 3: Modeling the evolutionary genetics of complex phenotypes:
a hierarchical approach from sequences to populations:
September 7-10, 2003
Complete details are available at http://www.tiem.utk.edu/courses/
Significant financial support is available to cover lodging, travel
and registration expenses for attendees from non-profit institutions.
Potential attendees are urged to apply to attend any of these
courses as soon as possible.
Louis J. Gross (Short Course Director)
gross@tiem.utk.edu
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 13:01:55 -0400
From: Keith L Pardieck <keith_pardieck@USGS.GOV>
Subject: Summer employment opportunity for students -- USGS Patuxent Wildlif
Research Center
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN/INTERN NEEDED --
1. Types of Services Required:
Assist in maintaining the North American Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) program
(For more information on the BBS go to, www.mp2-pwrc.usgs.gov/bbs/.).
Duties include: preparation of biological data for computer entry,
performance of quality assurance and quality control procedures on
biological data using optical character recognition software and other
techniques, assisting with database management, photocopying and filing,
conducting literature searches, preparation of graphs, charts and other
materials for web pages, and assisting in preparation of administrative
correspondence and technical reports on wildlife resources.
2. Required Expertise/Skills:
Current student at an accredited college or university with at least two
years of completed course work; coursework in biology, wildlife management,
or related field preferred; knowledge of biological theories, concepts and
principles (knowledge of the distributions and natural history of North
American birds a plus); knowledge of computer software used to summarize
data (i.e. Excel); ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in
writing.
3. Description of Working Conditions:
Work will be performed in an office environment located on the USGS
Patuxent Wildlife Research Center campus in Laurel, MD. Extended periods
of computer use will be required, as well as, extended periods of standing
to organize project materials.
4. Compensation:
Compensation is commensurate with the level of education and experience, as
follows: $12.04 per hour for student who has completed two or more years.
Student is responsible for all costs of transportation to and from the
principal duty station location. The Government does not provide housing,
meals or other living expenses while working at the principal duty station.
Travel away from the duty station is not expected.
5. Principal Duty Station:
USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
12100 Beech forest Road
Laurel, MD 20708-4038
The student may enter the building only during business hours or when a
project member is present.
Estimated hours: 520
Approximate start date: 2 June 2003
Approximate end date: 29 August 2003
Application Due Date: 12 May 2003
Number of students required: 1
Applicants must be a current student for duration of employment. For more
information contact: Keith Pardieck (301-497-5843). To apply, send cover
letter and resume with three references by 12 May 2003 to: Keith Pardieck,
USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, 12100 Beech Forest Road, Laurel, MD
20708-4038; email: Keith_Pardieck@usgs.gov.
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Keith L. Pardieck
USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
12100 Beech Forest Road
Laurel, MD 20708-4038
301-497-5843 Tel
301-497-5784 Fax
Breeding Bird Survey - www.mp2-pwrc.usgs.gov/bbs/
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 10:39:22 -0700
From: krishna prasad <krisvkp@YAHOO.COM>
Subject: field ecology books..
Hello listers It seems, i somehow missed one of the e-mail, suggesting the b
low book. Elzinga, C.L., D.W. Salzer, J.W. Willoughby, and J.P. Gibbs. 200
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Monitoring plant and animal populations. Blackwell Science, Malden,
MA. Please add this book to your list. thanks krishna
Dr.V.Krishna Prasad201 Thorne Hall, Agroecosystem Management Program1680 Mad
son AvenueWooster, OHIO, 44691-4096, USAFax : 330-263-3686Phone : 330-263-37
5-ext.2561
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 13:56:01 -0400
From: David Inouye <inouye@umd.edu>
Subject: Job: field crew leader, invasive species control and restoration, C
FIELD CREW LEADER
INVASIVE SPECIES CONTROL AND RESTORATION
Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Trabuco Canyon, CA
Audubon's Starr Ranch Sanctuary in Trabuco Canyon, CA solicits applicants
for a position as field crew leader with our artichoke thistle control and
grassland/coastal sage scrub restoration project. This research-based
program aims to control the invasive grassland species, Cynara cardunculus
(artichoke thistle), without chemicals and restore to native habitat.
Responsibilities will include supervision of field assistants (4-5) who help
with research, invasive plant species control, and restoration and also,
occasionally, a field crew (3 - 6) who do mechanical weed removal. Will
work on mechanical and physical control of artichoke thistle and all aspects
of invasive species control and restoration including physical control of
other invasive species, native seed collection, seed and plug planting,
experimental tests of weed removal and restoration techniques, and
quantitative monitoring. Will supervise data collection, entry, and storage
and help summarize data on biology and ecology of artichoke thistle and
other invasive species and various aspects of weed control and restoration.
Will be responsible for efficient operation of weed control, restoration,
and data collection activities; ensuring rigorous implementation of
protocols; and maintaining high standards of data collection. Will help
manage native plant nursery. Must have basic mechanical skills for care and
maintenance of equipment and be willing to operate a tractor and similar
heavy equipment. Experience in plant sampling in the field is essential. One
year position starts September, 2003 - end of August, 2004. Possibility of
renewal. Opportunity to live on our 4000 acre Sanctuary.
Salary: $400 - 450/week, depending on experience, plus housing (communal)
and benefits.
Qualifications: College graduate with ecological, biological, or
conservation background who seeks research, weed control, restoration, and
leadership experience. Must be enthusiastic about plant field work,
organized, and have plant sampling and some supervisory or leadership
experience.
To Apply: Send cover letter stating career goals, résumé, and three letters
of recommendation to: Dr. Sandy DeSimone, Director - research and education;
100 Bell Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679; (949) 858-0309; fax (949)
858-1013.
For more information: sdesimone@audubon.org; www.starr-ranch.org
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Sandy DeSimone, Ph.D.
Director - Research and Education
Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Audubon California
100 Bell Canyon Road
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
Phone: 949-858-0309
Fax: 949-858-1013
www.starr-ranch.org
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 13:56:52 -0400
From: David Inouye <inouye@umd.edu>
Subject: Job: field assistants, invasive species control and restoration, CA
FIELD ASSISTANTS
INVASIVE SPECIES CONTROL AND RESTORATION
Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Trabuco Canyon, CA
Audubon's Starr Ranch Sanctuary in Trabuco Canyon, CA solicits applicants
for positions as field assistants with our artichoke thistle control and
grassland/coastal sage scrub restoration project. This is a research-based
program to control the invasive grassland species, Cynara cardunculus
(artichoke thistle), without chemicals and restore to native habitat. Must
work well with people as part of a field crew who work on mechanical and
physical removal of artichoke thistle and all aspects of invasive species
control and restoration including nonchemical control of other invasive
species, native seed collection, seed and plug planting, experimental tests
of weed removal and restoration techniques, and quantitative monitoring.
Experience in plant sampling in the field desirable but not required.
Opportunity to live on our 4000 acre Sanctuary. Positions (4) run October,
2003 - May 2004 (2) and November, 2003 - April, 2004 (2).
Salary: $250/week plus housing and benefits.
Qualifications: College graduates with ecological, biological, or
conservation background who seek research, weed control, and restoration
experience.
To Apply: Send cover letter stating career goals, résumé, and two letters of
recommendation to: Dr. Sandy DeSimone, director of research and education;
100 Bell Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679; (949) 858-0309; fax (949)
858-1013.
For more information: sdesimone@audubon.org; http://www.starr-ranch.org
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Sandy DeSimone, Ph.D.
Director - Research and Education
Starr Ranch Sanctuary
Audubon California
100 Bell Canyon Road
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
Phone: 949-858-0309
Fax: 949-858-1013
www.starr-ranch.org
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 11:21:23 -0700
From: Tara Forbis <tforbis@TNC.ORG>
Subject: 9 positions with NV USFS and upcoming positions with Eastern NV
Landscape Coalition and TNC
Below is information about positions currently being advertised with USFS in
Ely NV. There will also be upcoming positions with the nonprofit Eastern
Nevada Landscape Coalition (http://www.envlc.org/) and one position with
TNC.
Great opportunities for dual career couples.
Three Interdisciplinary GS-11 positions
GS-11 Biologist
GS-11 Range Specialist
GS-9/11 Hydrologist
GS-7/9 AFMO
GS-6/7 Engine foreman
GS-7/9 GIS technician
We still have two details open - a GS-9 or GS-11 wildlife biologist, and a
GS9 or GS-11 range conservationist. Try us out!
Pat Irwin, District Ranger
Ely Ranger District
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
825 Avenue E
Ely, NV 89301
Office: 775-289-3031
Cell: 775-289-0176
Fax: 775-289-2132
Email: pirwin@fs.fed.us
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 15:02:25 -0400
From: Patrick Belmont <pwb3@LEHIGH.EDU>
Subject: biodiversity in the catskills
Has anyone come across any studies of biodiversity of aquatic organisms in
the Catskills, NY? I am about to begin a project investigating phylogenetic
differences of stream dwelling organisms on both sides of the drainage divid
.
Any previous work that you might be able to reference to me would be much
appreciated.
Thank you,
Patrick Belmont
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 14:11:43 -0500
From: Theresa Burcsu <tburcsu@INDIANA.EDU>
Subject: Wide angle (24 mm) camera lens geometry
Dear ECOLOGgers,
I have a number of forest canopy photographs taken using a Nikkor 24 mm wide
angle lens. I would like to use these to estimate canopy cover. In so
doing, I would like to understand the distortion caused by the lens in the
photographs so that I can take this into account when doing the estimation.
Therefore, I would like to know if anyone else has (a) already figured out
the lens geometry or knows the actual value of the distortion of the lens,
or (b) has estimated canopy using wide angle photos.
Thanks,
Theresa Burcsu
Graduate student
Indiana University
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 12:35:55 -0700
From: krishna prasad <krisvkp@YAHOO.COM>
Subject: FAPAR calcualtion...suggestions required....
Hi Listers I am looking for information on deriving FAPAR (fraction of absor
ed photosynthetic Active Radiation). I have sufficient data on chlorophyll,
eflectance, leaf area index, solar zenith angle and clumping factor. Can i u
e these attributes to derive FAPAR, without ground based measurments?. Your
help on the above is highly appreciated. Will sum up.
krishna prasad
Dr.V.Krishna Prasad201 Thorne Hall, Agroecosystem Management Program1680 Mad
son AvenueWooster, OHIO, 44691-4096, USAFax : 330-263-3686Phone : 330-263-37
5-ext.2561
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 16:26:43 -0400
From: Leslie Mertz <lmertz@NASW.ORG>
Subject: blowgun sources?
I'm looking for a source of blowguns, which I'll be using for lizard
surveying. (I understand that blown dried peas will stun small lizards just
long enough to capture them.) I've checked a few sources, but am only
finding decorative blowguns or blowguns-with-darts, but all I need are cheap
blow guns (probably bamboo?). Any suggestions?
I'm also interested in hearing from anyone who has tried this technique.
Thanks,
Leslie
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Leslie Mertz, Ph.D.
LMERTZ@nasw.org
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Date: Tue, 29 Apr 2003 16:10:31 -0500
From: Beth Goldowitz <platte@HAMILTON.NET>
Subject: ecological technician position, NE
ECOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN POSITION AVAILABLE
The Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance Trust is looking for a
seasonal, full-time technician to work from May until December 2003.
RESPONSIBILITIES--Assist the Trust's scientific staff with research to
evaluate the progress and effectiveness of meadow and wetland restorations
along the Platte River in central Nebraska. Conduct field and laboratory
research, including monitoring amphibian movements using pitfall trap
arrays; sampling fish by electroshocking and seining; collecting and
sorting benthic macroinvertebrates; and monitoring water level
fluctuations. The technician may also assist with other research and
habitat management activities, including mist netting and banding of birds,
bird surveys, fish habitat surveys, groundwater monitoring, prescribed
burning, and native seed collecting.
QUALIFICATIONS--College graduate or senior level undergraduate in biology,
zoology, ecology, or a natural resource discipline. Through education
and/or experience, knowledge of amphibians, fish, aquatic invertebrates,
hydrology, ecology, and/or natural resources is desirable. Basic computer
skills also are desirable. Successful applicants will be capable of working
in both field and lab, hardy about coping with varied weather conditions,
and responsible about collecting accurate data and completing tasks without
direct supervision.
ABOUT THE TRUST--The Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance Trust is a non
profit conservation organization whose mission is to protect and maintain
the physical, hydrological, and biological integrity of the central Platte
River so that it continues to function as a life support system for
whooping cranes and other migratory birds. More information about the Trust
is available at www.whoopingcrane.org.
SALARY--$1600 per month; housing is also provided.
CLOSING DATE--Review of applications begins on May 9, 2003.
TO APPLY--Applications accepted via email, mail, or fax. Send a cover
letter and current resume, including references, to:
Beth Goldowitz, Aquatic Ecologist
Platte River Whooping Crane Maintenance Trust, Inc.
6611 W Whooping Crane Dr, Wood River NE 68883
tel 308-384-4633, fax 308-384-7209
platte@hamilton.net
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The link to complete archives is available elsewhere.
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