Good morning; I'm in the unpleasant position of having discovered the first official specimen of the rusty crayfish in my local Black River here in Vermont. I'm looking not only for resources on implementing a monitoring and capture program for these critters, but also for educational outreach. I'm familiar already with programs in Arizona and Wisconsin and am in touch with my state's officials at the Agency of Natural Resources. One aspect of the rusty ecology that interests me is the fact that it seems to have been brought into the area not from a distant or exotic location, but from the Ohio River Valley (Kentucky and Tennessee), by anglers releasing their leftover bait. I am learning how the rusty out-competes the natives and impacts both flora and fauna in a stream...but how do they keep from being 'invasive' in their home range? What keeps them 'in check' in the Ohio River Valley? Certain fish species that aren't present up north? Rusties prefer warmer water, so the far northern cold mountain streams are thus far uninvaded, so to speak; but why don't they out-compete everything in streams and lakes of Tennessee and Kentucky? I'm just starting to look at the work of David Lodge, in hopes that he and his students have touched on this, but am having a hard time locating specific information. My next step is to contact Dr. Lodge personally. Any help you folks can offer would be most appreciated! Cheers, Kelly Stettner
Black River Action Team (BRAT) 45 Coolidge Road Springfield, VT 05156 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.blackriveractionteam.org ~Making ripples on the Black River since 2000! ~ --- On Tue, 7/29/08, ECOLOG-L automatic digest system <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: From: ECOLOG-L automatic digest system <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 27 Jul 2008 to 28 Jul 2008 (#2008-207) To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 12:00 AM There are 9 messages totalling 682 lines in this issue. Topics of the day: 1. conference: Weed Adaptation, University of Georgia, Sept 11-13 2. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Population Ecology 3. Please Post 4. ENVIRON - Ecologist and Ecological Risk Assessor Positions (Associate/Junior Level) 5. ENVIRON - Ecologists and Ecological Risk Assessors (Senior Level/Project Managers) 6. JOB- BAMFIELD MARINE SCIENCES CENTRE: DIVING & SAFETY OFFICER 7. NOAA/Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program FY2009 Federal Funding Opportunity Announcement 8. Special Session on Chicago Wilderness as an Urban Conservation Model at ESA Monday, August 4, 2008: 8:00 PM 9. Ecology as a cover for production exploitation? Re: [ECOLOG-L] Mahogany for the Future, Inc., Call for Proposals ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:12:32 -0400 From: Shu-Mei Chang <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: conference: Weed Adaptation, University of Georgia, Sept 11-13 This is just a reminder that early registration for the 'Agricultural We= eds: Bridging the gap between evolutionary ecology and crop sciences' co= nference at the University of Georgia closes on August 1st, 2008. The re= gistration fee increases from $150 to $200 after that date. Note that th= is fee includes facilities and food from dinner Sept 11 until lunch Sept= 13th.=20 Meeting details along with a list of the speakers and talk titles are av= ailable at the following web address:=20 http://www.plantbio.uga.edu/weeds =20 =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Shu-Mei Chang Plant Biology Department University of Georgia FAX: 706-542-1805 Phone: 706-583-8026 http://www.plantbio.uga.edu/~chang/chang.html =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D = =20 =20 =20 ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:00:48 -0400 From: "=?ISO-8859-1?Q?Andrea_Silletti_(Univ._of_Georgia)?=" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Population Ecology POPULATION DYNAMICS AND CONTROL OF WEST NILE VIRUS IN URBAN ENVIRONMENTS We are looking for a postdoctoral associate to join a joint project between the University of Georgia and the New York Department of Health and Mental Hygiene on the population dynamics of West Nile Virus in New York City. Goals of this project are to understand the environmental drivers of transmission in heterogeneous structured environments, to develop a statistical understanding aimed at developing early warning systems for vector-borne outbreaks, and to identify strategies for containment and control. The successful applicant should have a background in population biology of infectious diseases, epidemiology, or medical entomology. Experience with the R programming language for either geostatistics or time series analysis is required. Experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable: spatial point processes, spatial generalized linear models, generalized additive models (GAMs), estimation with Markov Chain Monte Carlo, statistical or machine learning, semiparametric modeling, or mapping and data management with geographic information systems (GIS). The position is initially for one year with a starting salary of $41,715. Start date is negotiable. For more information about the Drake Lab, please see http://dragonfly.ecology.uga.edu/drakelab/. Potential applicants are encouraged to email ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) a letter of introduction, CV, and expression of interest. NOTE: DR. DRAKE WILL BE AT THE ECOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA MEETING IN MILWAUKEE FROM SUNDAY 8/3 TO FRIDAY 8/8. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:14:43 -0400 From: Jenny Smith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Please Post Position description - KBS Animal Science Faculty Title of Position: Grazing Ecologist for Dairy Systems Level: Assistant or Associate Professor Responsibilities: 60% research, 20% teaching 20% extension/outreach Appointment: AN (annual year); 75% KBS, 25 % ANS Michigan State University's Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) and Department of Animal Science (ANS) are seeking a jointly appointed, assistant or associate professor in the area of pasture-based dairy production systems and the interactions with ecosystem and landscape processes. The position is based at KBS with tenure in the Department of Animal Science. KBS is establishing a new pasture-based dairy system (<http://www.kbs.msu.edu/farm/dairy/pastureresearch.php>http://www.kbs.msu.edu/farm/dairy/pastureresearch.php) with support from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and this position is affiliated with this system. The strengths of KBS and ANS in ecology; sustainable agriculture; dairy nutrition and management; and animal health, reproduction, and welfare, present an outstanding opportunity to lead the development of interdisciplinary research and educational programs on pasture-based dairy systems. KBS also hosts an NSF-LTER project on the ecology of row-cropping systems and the DOE funded Great Lakes BioEnergy Research Center, which provide additional possibilities for research collaborations. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and a demonstrated record of excellence in research in one or more of the following areas: dairy science, animal health and welfare, nutrient and water management, forage utilization, behavioral ecology, biological diversity and ecosystem services from pasture production systems. A systems approach is desirable. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong, extramurally funded research program with support for graduate students, to facilitate collaborative research at the new dairy facility on issues relating to the ecology of pasture-based dairy systems, to co-teach a course in their area of interest on the main campus, to contribute to educational and outreach programs at KBS and with the MSU Dairy Area of Expertise team, and to participate in graduate and undergraduate specializations in sustainable agriculture and food systems at MSU. Additional opportunities include overseeing a small grants research program for work at the KBS dairy facility. Questions and applications should be sent to <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>[EMAIL PROTECTED] and addressed to the Chair, Grazing Ecologist Search Committee, W.K. Kellogg Biological Station, Michigan State University. Applications should include a curriculum vita, statements of research and teaching interests (including current and long-term goals), and names and contact information for three references, sent electronically as a single pdf. Signed letters of reference will be solicited from finalists. Review of applications will begin on 2 September 2008 and will continue until an appropriate candidate is found. Further information about KBS and ANS can be found at <http://kbs.msu.edu/>http://kbs.msu.edu and http://www.canr.msu.edu/dept/ans/index.html. MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution; women and minorities are particularly welcome to apply. Jenny Smith, Secretary to Dr. Katherine L. Gross W.K. Kellogg Biological Station 3700 E. Gull Lake Drive, Hickory Corners, MI 49060 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone: 269/671-2354 FAX: 269/671-2351 ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:32:10 -0700 From: Kimberly Suedkamp Wells <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: ENVIRON - Ecologist and Ecological Risk Assessor Positions (Associate/Junior Level) Please note I will be attending the ESA meeting in Milwaukee next week and available to meet with interested candidates. =20 =20 ********************************************************* Ecologists / Ecological Risk Assessors (Associate/Junior Level) Tracking Code 278016-764=20 Job Description An international consultancy, ENVIRON works with clients to help resolve their most important and demanding environmental and human health issues. Whether they are responding to existing challenges, evaluating opportunities to improve performance, or seeking to reduce future liabilities, clients around the world benefit from our unique blend of outstanding technical and scientific skills, strategic insight, and practical experience.=20 ENVIRON is seeking qualified and experienced Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecologists and Ecological Risk Assessment professionals to join the firm throughout North America and Europe. Successful candidates will join the firm's growing international team providing Natural Resource, Ecology and Sediment Management services to clients worldwide.=20 In your cover letter, please indicate the city/country in which you are seeking employment. Required Skills Successful candidates will be expected to complete the following duties and responsibilities:=20 *=09Effective communication with internal project team members and external client representatives, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities=20 *=09Ability to prepare and complete written work products, including reports for technical and non-technical audiences=20 *=09Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams in local and remote offices=20 Successful candidates also will be expected to be knowledgeable in several technical and regulatory areas, including:=20 *=09Understanding of U.S. federal environmental review and permitting process under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)=20 *=09Understanding of federal and provincial environmental regulations in Canada=20 *=09Understanding of emerging environmental directives in the European Union, and regulatory requirements in one or more Member States *=09Familiarity with U.S. CERCLA, RCRA, and water quality regulations, as well as similar regulations in Canada and in Europe=20 *=09Habitat assessment and species inventory experience; experience with threatened and endangered species=20 *=09Understanding of state-of-science assessment methods and predictive models in the fields of ecology, ecotoxicology, or population ecology=20 *=09Design and implementation of biota and ecological sampling and monitoring=20 *=09Experience with habitat restoration and monitoring; experience with habitat valuation and assessment in a Natural Resource Damage Assessment context Required Experience Successful candidates are expected to have:=20 *=09MS or PhD degree in Ecology, Ecotoxicology, Chemical Engineering or related environmental discipline=20 *=09Specialization in terrestrial ecology, wildlife ecology, aquatic ecology, applied ecotoxicology, or related discipline=20 *=093+ years progressive experience / expertise completing ecology studies, ecological risk assessments, or environmental impact assessments; participation in contaminated land and sediment cleanup projects=20 *=09Strong ability in statistics and data analysis=20 *=09Strong technical and professional writing skills=20 *=09Knowledge of terrestrial and aquatic restoration principles and approaches; familiarity or experience with Natural Resource Damage Assessments=20 *=09Ability to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training Job Location All, To Be Determined=20 Position Type Full-Time/Regular =20 Kimberly Suedkamp Wells, Ph.D. | Manager ENVIRON | www.environcorp.com <http://www.environcorp.com/> =20 6001 Shellmound Street, Suite 700 | Emeryville, CA 94608 V: 510-420-2591| M: 510-861-2211 |F: 510.658.1191| [EMAIL PROTECTED] =20 =20 This message contains information that may be confidential, privileged or= otherwise protected by law from disclosure. It is intended for the exclu= sive use of the Addressee(s). Unless you are the addressee or authorized = agent of the addressee, you may not review, copy, distribute or disclose = to anyone the message or any information contained within. If you have re= ceived this message in error, please contact the sender by electronic rep= ly to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and immediately delete all copies of the mess= age. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:34:42 -0700 From: Kimberly Suedkamp Wells <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: ENVIRON - Ecologists and Ecological Risk Assessors (Senior Level/Project Managers) Please note I will be attending the ESA conference next week in Milwaukee and available to meet with interested candidates. =20 =20 Ecologists / Ecological Risk Assessors (Senior Level) Tracking Code 278011-764=20 Job Description An international consultancy, ENVIRON works with clients to help resolve their most important and demanding environmental and human health issues. Whether they are responding to existing challenges, evaluating opportunities to improve performance, or seeking to reduce future liabilities, clients around the world benefit from our unique blend of outstanding technical and scientific skills, strategic insight, and practical experience.=20 ENVIRON is seeking qualified and experienced Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecologists and Ecological Risk Assessment professionals to join the firm throughout North America and Europe. Successful candidates will join the firm's growing international team providing Natural Resource, Ecology and Sediment Management services to clients worldwide.=20 In your cover letter, please identify the country/city in which you are seeking employment. Required Skills Successful candidates will be expected to provide strong technical oversight and management of multiple, complex ecology, environmental impact, and natural resource damage projects in North America and possibly elsewhere, and have experience with the following duties and responsibilities:=20 *=09Directing communications with clients, regulatory authorities, other stakeholders, and internal project teams=20 *=09Directing planning, staffing, scheduling, and budgeting of work=20 *=09Ensuring completion and delivery of high-quality work products on-time and on-budget=20 *=09Contributing to the growth and expansion of the firm's ecology-related services=20 *=09Assisting in or leading proposal preparation and related business development efforts=20 Successful candidates also will be expected to be knowledgeable in several technical and regulatory areas, including:=20 *=09Understanding of U.S. federal environmental review and permitting process under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)=20 *=09Understanding of federal and provincial environmental regulations in Canada=20 *=09Understanding of emerging environmental directives in the European Union, and regulatory requirements in one or more Member States *=09Familiarity with U.S. CERCLA, RCRA, and water quality regulations, as well as similar regulations in Canada and in Europe=20 *=09Habitat assessment and species inventory experience; experience with threatened and endangered species=20 *=09Understanding of state-of-science assessment methods and predictive models in the fields of ecology, ecotoxicology, or population ecology=20 *=09Design and implementation of biota and ecological sampling and monitoring=20 *=09Experience with habitat restoration and monitoring; experience with habitat valuation and assessment in a Natural Resource Damage Assessment context Required Experience Successful candidates are expected to have:=20 *=09MS or PhD degree in Ecology, Ecotoxicology, Chemical Engineering or related environmental discipline=20 *=09Specialization in terrestrial ecology, wildlife ecology, aquatic ecology, applied ecotoxicology, or related discipline=20 *=0910+ years progressive experience / expertise completing ecology studies, ecological risk assessments, or environmental impact assessments; participation in contaminated land and sediment cleanup projects=20 *=09Strong project management experience and expertise=20 *=09Strong ability in statistics and data analysis=20 *=09Strong technical and professional writing skills=20 *=09Knowledge of the ecology and restoration markets - including projects, clients, competition, market trends=20 *=09Experience with marketing and sales from opportunity identification to project award=20 *=09Ability to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training Job Location All, To Be Determined=20 Position Type Full-Time/Regular =20 To apply, please visit our web site and submit your application on-line at: http://jobs.environcorp.com/epostings/jobs/submit.cfm?fuseaction=3Ddspjob= & id=3D23&jobid=3D278011&company_id=3D15764&version=3D1&source=3DONLINE&Job= Owner=3D996 460&level=3Dlevelid2&levelid2=3D24124&parent=3DEnvironment%20%26%20Energy= %3B%3 B%3BEcology%20%26%20Sediment%20Management&startflag=3D3&CFID=3D27172308&C= FTO KEN=3D4c90914-58e0dc1f-d6d5-42d3-bf0d-51a05c2f71cc =20 =20 Kimberly Suedkamp Wells, Ph.D. | Manager ENVIRON | www.environcorp.com <http://www.environcorp.com/> =20 6001 Shellmound Street, Suite 700 | Emeryville, CA 94608 V: 510-420-2591| M: 510-861-2211 |F: 510.658.1191| [EMAIL PROTECTED] =20 =20 This message contains information that may be confidential, privileged or= otherwise protected by law from disclosure. It is intended for the exclu= sive use of the Addressee(s). Unless you are the addressee or authorized = agent of the addressee, you may not review, copy, distribute or disclose = to anyone the message or any information contained within. If you have re= ceived this message in error, please contact the sender by electronic rep= ly to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and immediately delete all copies of the mess= age. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:06:22 -0400 From: =?ISO-8859-1?Q?Kylee_Pawluk?= <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: JOB- BAMFIELD MARINE SCIENCES CENTRE: DIVING & SAFETY OFFICER The Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (BMSC) - Canada's premiere facility for marine and coastal teaching and research, located on the stunningly beautiful west coast of Vancouver Island - has an opening for a Diving & Safety Officer. This full-time position includes a full benefits package and an office with an ocean view. Position Summary The diving and safety officer is responsible for the Scientific Diving Program and oversees all diving activities undertaken at BMSC, in accordance with BMSC policy, and governing regulations of the Canadian Association for Underwater Sciences, the Workers Compensation Board of BC and Canadian Standards Association. The diving and safety officer also oversees all aspects of Occupational Health and Safety at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre, in accordance with the standards described by the Workers Compensation Board of BC. For full details of duties & responsibilities, and of qualifications & experience, please see the detailed job ad at: http://www.bms.bc.ca/information/jobs/DiveSafetyAd08.htm Submission of Applications Please submit a resume that summarizes your qualifications and experience, and provide the names and contact information for three references that can be contacted by telephone or e-mail. Applications may be mailed, delivered by hand, faxed or e-mailed (e-mail preferred): Shirley Pakula Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre PO Box 100 Bamfield, B.C. V0R 1B0 CANADA Fax: 250-728-3452 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Preferred Start Date: Aug. 25, 2008 Review of applications will begin Aug. 4, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:51:17 -0400 From: Felix Martinez <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: NOAA/Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program FY2009 Federal Funding Opportunity Announcement The NOAA/NOS/NCCOS/Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research has issued a Federal Funding Opportunity (FFO) announcement under its Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies (CRES) Program entitled /From Science to Conservation: Linking Coral Reefs, Coastal Watersheds and their Human Communities in the Pacific Islands/ to support the transition of research to operations in the Micronesian Islands. The main goal of this new CRES funding opportunity is to utilize existing scientific tools and approaches (e.g., biophysical models; coupled watershed and hydrodynamic models, etc.) within a social, cultural, and economic framework to develop and implement effective coastal ecosystem management practices. In order for ecosystem management strategies aimed at restoring degraded reefs, protecting healthy reefs, and ultimately maintaining the valuable ecosystem resources and services that reefs provide to society to be effective, they need to be designed and implemented by incorporating key stakeholders from the local communities during both the development and implementation process. Preference will be given to those proposals that include applicant teams comprised of scientists, resource managers, and a variety of community representatives of the appropriate local community governmental and non-governmental organizations. Potential applicants are encouraged to carefully read the FFO to fully familiarize themselves with the announcement. Particular attention must be given to the programmatic requirements to make sure that proposed projects will satisfy the announcement's goals and objectives. Please note that the announcement is targeted to proposals that include at least two of the Micronesian Island Groups (i.e., Guam, American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and Republic of Palau). For more information contact the Program Manager, Dr. Felix A. Martinez, at 301-713-3338 x153 or [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< <>< Felix A. Martinez, Ph.D. Program Manager Regional Ecosystems Research Branch Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration N/SCI2, SSMC4 Rm. 8205 ph: 301-713-3338 x153 1305 East-West Hwy. fax: 301-713-4044 Silver Spring, MD 20910 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Note: The content of this message does not reflect any position of the U.S. Government or of NOAA unless otherwise specified. The information therein is only for the use of the individuals or entity for which it was intended even if addressed incorrectly. 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Facing diverse ecological and human challenges, the coalition has developed a comprehensive regional plan for biodiversity conservation which connects multiple landowners, as well as scientific and educational institutions, and engages the region's citizens in ecological restoration and biological monitoring. Topic include a historical overview, key project in conservation planning, education, and progress on developing a research agendas in natural and social sciences Panelists include: Justin Borevitz [University of Chicago]; Debbie Maurer [Lake County Forest Preserve District]; Greg Mueller [Field Museum]; David Wise [University of Illinois Chicago]; Douglas Stotz [Field Museum]; Organized by: Laurel Ross [Field Museum] Liam Heneghan [DePaul University] Liam Heneghan Professor of Environmental Science http://gis.depaul.edu/envirsci/Administrative/faculty/pages/lh.html Co-Director, Institute for Nature and Culture DePaul University 2325 North Clifton Avenue Chicago, IL 60614-3207 Ph 773 325-2779 Fax: 773 325-7448 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] webpage: Institute for Nature and Culture http://condor.depaul.edu/~inc/ ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:11:28 -0700 From: Wayne <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Ecology as a cover for production exploitation? Re: [ECOLOG-L] Mahogany for the Future, Inc., Call for Proposals ESA Forum at Ecolog: I certainly and sincerely hope that this organization does not fall into = the subject category, but the mission statement is far too vague. It = would seem that the minimum that should be available on the website = would be a complete copy of the articles of incorporation. The focus on = merchantable timber alone is suspicious; it would seem that ecologists = would have been more forthcoming about the ecosystem aspects of the = mission.=20 Which ESA policy covers this sort of thing?=20 WT ----- Original Message -----=20 From: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU> Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 1:02 PM Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Mahogany for the Future, Inc., Call for Proposals Please post. Mahogany for the Future, Inc., Call for Proposals Mahogany for the Future, Inc., is dedicated to ensuring the future of the neo-tropical timber species of the family Meliaceae. We are starting our operations by sponsoring a small grants program, with one award of $2000. The theme will be a research or community project focused on successful regeneration of mahogany (Swietenia spp.) or Spanish Cedar (Cedrela spp.) in a country within the native range of one of these species. This competition is open to graduate students at US institutions, (US citizens or otherwise). Projects should include a local in-country partner (could be farmer, community group, NGO, etc.) who will participate in the implementation and assessment of the project. Projects based on needs defined in conjunction with the local partner are preferred. Please submit a proposal in MSWord or rich text (three pages maximum) on 8.5 x 11 inch paper with 1 inch margins on all sides, single spaced, and in 12 point Times New Roman or Arial font. The proposal should include: 1) problem being addressed, 2) methodology, 3) expected outcomes, 4) how project success will be assessed, 5) budget and budget justification. Include documentation of your current status as a graduate student at a US institution, a curriculum vitae (2 page maximum), and 2 references. Include your contact information, and that of the in-country partner. Applications are due October 1, 2008. Applications should be submitted by email to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>. Awards will be announced on November 1, 2008. Questions? Contact Sheila Ward =E2=80=93 ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) For more information on Mahogany for the Future, see www.mahoganyforthefuture.org . Address: Mahogany for the Future, Inc. PO Box 21072 San Juan, PR 00928-1072 Key words: tropical ecology, tropical forestry, plant ecology ------------------------------ End of ECOLOG-L Digest - 27 Jul 2008 to 28 Jul 2008 (#2008-207) ***************************************************************
