Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent
McNeely and all: Thanks for this; it hits close to home, if only a ricochet. Fond (but faded) memories of my main contact with Hubbs. A bunch of locals were asked to evaluate the site of the coming Wild Animal Park of the San Diego zoo (now called the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. I had a 1968 Ford Bronco, and somehow it turned out that Hubbs rode with me as we drove all over the property. The date must have been in the early '70's. I was astounded at his breadth of knowledge. He identified a few scraps of bivalve shell a few hundred feet away, so practiced was his eye. My wife used his work on Mytilus sp. in her midden research in Baja California. Hubbs hair was jet black. Only his hairdresser would know for sure, but I doubt he had one. Ian Player had been consulted and had recommended a network of tunnels be incorporated into the large acreages where several species were to roam free. Both Hubbs and I thought it was a helluva good idea, and we (together with several people from the San Diego Natural History Museum) based our report on the assumption that Player's idea would be accepted. I incorporated a complimentary idea to create islands of vegetation that would be staggered across the slopes to trap silt from the inevitable erosion, enclosed with moveable barriers (elephant- and rhino-resistant) that would have vegetation that could be trampled and eaten and serve as shade and cover for smaller animals, both free and captive. We prepared an extensive report, but we (or at least I) weren't permitted to present it in person or to answer questions. The Zoo director (Charles Schroder, if I remember correctly) rejected the idea and opted instead for a monorail, a much more expensive option. Every time there is a fuss about the erosion problem it's all I can do to tell 'em I told 'em so. The rumor was that Schroder was a real dictator. Years later, when I told an astounded if not enraged Chuck Faust the story, he wanted to see a copy of the report, but I hadn't kept one. Hubbs had a great secretary, Betty Shor, who organized all his publications and kept meticulous records, all neatly filed away in banks of wooden pigeonholes. Hubbs died later in the seventies, in his eighties, but when I saw him, even on one or two occasions after our trip. If you requested a reprint, you might be reminded that you had requested the same reprint several years past. I'll share a story (as best I can remember it) about Jordan, told by Ray Gilmore (at the time curator of marine mammals for the Natural History Museum). Jordan and a colleague were walking across campus one day when a student asked Dr. Jordan a question, which, upon answering, Jordan asked the student's name. Jordan's colleague asked him why he didn't remember his student's names. Jordan replied, Every time I remember the name of a student, I forget the name of a fish! WT - Original Message - From: David L. McNeely mcnee...@cox.net To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 11:42 AM Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Why do people keep posting things that seem as if the matter is a bit equivocal. It is not. Jordan's Rule refers to David Starr Jordan's work with meristic features of fishes. It was almost certainly so named by his star student, Carl Hubbs. The references I posted earlier should clear the matter up for those for whom it is not clear (it is clear to me), and if pursued, likely would definitively answer the original question in favor of Carl Hubbs. That original question was not for whom was the rule named, but by whom was the term coined. David McNeely Susan Kephart skeph...@willamette.edu wrote: The last few posts all lead to the same path.. Im not an expert on all Jordan's accomplishments as I work w. plants, but Indiana University should have quite a digest on him since that's where he worked for many years. One of the biology buildings there is named after him S On Aug 29, 2012, at 8:02 AM, Chava Weitzman wrote: How about this one: Jordan, D.S. (1892) Relations of temperature to vertebrae among fishes. Proceedings of the United States National Museum, 1891, 107–120. Cited in: R. M. McDowall. 2007. Jordan’s and other ecogeographical rules, and the vertebral number in fishes. Journal of Biogeography. http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10./j.1365-2699.2007.01823.x/full Chava On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 7:25 AM, Jan Ygberg jygb...@gmail.com wrote: Dear all Maybe this one? : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_algebra http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pascual_Jordan Cheers Jan H. N. Ygberg Public Relations Resident Naturalists Programme Coordinator EXPLORER'S INN in the TAMBOPATA NATIONAL RESERVE A PERUVIAN SAFARIS ECO LODGE –
[ECOLOG-L] Recommendations for a hygrometer?
Dear Ecologgers, We'd love recommendations on accurate, reliable, and efficient hygrometers that can be used to take on-site measurements quickly (i.e. in 60 secs). We will be working in caves with temps between 0-10C, and humidity between 50-100%, but especially need to measure humidity accurately at the high end (i.e. 90%). If you have a hygrometer that works really well for you, we'd be interested to know: - What amount of time is required for the instrument to take an accurate humidity reading? - Under what conditions have you used the hygrometer? - Brand name, model number, price Thanks for your help! Tina Cheng tinalch...@gmail.com
Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent
McNeely and all: Most interesting. That's a great story about the kids. Whatever happened to Clark? I wonder if he ever connected with Ed Ricketts? I don't remember anything I've read about Ricketts mentioning him. My wife, Rose Tyson, who was curator of physical anthropology at the Museum of Man, had the Hubbs (midden) collection transferred to the University of San Diego sometime around the turn of the millennium along with an inventory done by her volunteer, Daniel Elerick. This collection was from several archaeological sites along the Pacific coast, all the way to the tip of Baja California Sur. I wonder if anyone has put together any kind of biography of Hubbs? These kinds of stories help bring these folks to life for future generations. My wife did a physical anthropology paper on a burial from this collection, and Charles Merbs did one on the pathologies. Who knows what treasures the collection might hold for future generations? I liked Hubbs right away. He was all business; no pretensions. He took you at face value. I just recalled one story he told me--Hubbs was hiking northward in the mountains of Japan with a guide. In the midst of the wilderness, they came to a sign. He asked for a translation. The guide said, Sign say 'This spot most north where Camellia grow.' He told me other stories about his visits with the Emperor, but I have forgotten them. His family has probably written them down or remembers them. Hubbs' wife, an M.D. herself, I believe, also helped Hubbs by laying out his manuscripts on a large table so he could work on several at one time. My wife, too, has been an enormous help to me over the last 39 or 40 years; I would not be whatever I am without her, though I don't blame her for what I am not. I hope others will post stories about Hubbs and other highly accomplished students of natural history and other sciences. I have an audiotape of Margaret Mead and Fred Singer that I made in 1972. I wish I could remember more. G. Ledyard Stebbins let me videotape him in a darkened motel room in Sacramento many years ago--I should have the tape somewhere if it hasn't fallen apart. I also videotaped one of this lectures to the local Chapter of the CNPS. There was another one out of a very similar rock from which Hubbs was chiseled, and he had stories about others, generations before his time. I can't remember the names of the characters, but one Stebbins liked to tell was about an early lady botanist (and, I believe, M.D.) and a very proper Victorian era gentleman scientist who were out on an expedition (strictly scientific, mind you) by horse-drawn buggy in California when the lady espied an aquatic plant she wanted to press. The gentleman removed his shoes and rolled up his pants to retrieve the specimen, but found that the water was too deep. He said something like, I fear I shall not be able to collect the specimen, dear lady. Take off your pants, said she. Oh, I COULDN'T, said he. Take them off, said she, I've AUTOPSIED better men than you! I hope someone can identify these characters--they were quite well-known. WT I realize that I made some errors in my last post. I have added text in (parentheses). There may still be others. - Original Message - From: mcnee...@cox.net To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU; Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 5:46 PM Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent Hubbs kept an academic geneology showing the descendents of his students. So, when I published my first paper after starting work on my Ph.D., I got a note from him, as part of a reprint request. He had sketched my academic geneology on the card. Probably a majority of ichthyologists and fish ecologists in North America are descended from David Starr Jordan, mostly through Carl Hubbs or Robert Rush Miller or both. Clark Hubbs told me that when the two families went into the field together, the kids got paid for new species and extra for new genera of fishes they helped to collect. Since they were working the American Southwest and northern Mexico in the thirties, there were lots to be had. David McNeely Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net wrote: McNeely and all: Thanks for this; it hits close to home, if only a ricochet. Fond (but faded) memories of my main contact with Hubbs. A bunch of locals were asked to evaluate the site of the coming Wild Animal Park of the San Diego zoo (now called the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.) I had a 1968 Ford Bronco, and somehow it turned out that Hubbs rode with me as we drove all over the property. The date must have been in the early '70's. I was astounded at his breadth of knowledge. He identified a few scraps of bivalve shell a few hundred feet away, so practiced was his eye. My wife used his work on Mytilus sp. in her midden research in Baja California. Hubbs hair was jet black. Only his
[ECOLOG-L] calling all ESA twitter folk
Dear Ecolog, If you attended the ESA 2012 annual meeting and used twitter, please take a moment and complete this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/esatweets My colleagues I are curious how useful you felt this tool was in facilitating networking and discovery at the meeting. cheers, chris lortie.
[ECOLOG-L] Jobs: Two Assistant Professorships in Evolutionary Biology, University of Colorado-Boulder
Two Assistant Professorships in Evolutionary Biology, University of Colorado-Boulder The University of Colorado and the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology invite applications for two tenure-track positions at the assistant professor level in evolutionary biology. The successful candidate will have an outstanding research program addressing evolutionary questions at any level of biological organization and a commitment to excellence in teaching. Applicants should assemble a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, statements of research interests and teaching philosophy, and the names and addresses of three persons who are qualified to evaluate your potential for success in research and teaching. Application materials are accepted electronically at https://www.jobsatcu.com/https://www.jobsatcu.com. Review of applications will begin on October 5, 2012. Contact Dr. Andrew Martin with questions: andrew.marti...@colorado.edu. The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at: mailto:hr-...@colorado.eduhr-...@colorado.edu.
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Coastal/Aquatic Scientist, WA
Washington State Department of Natural Resources has a Natural Resource Scientist 3 - Coastal/Aquatic Scientist opening. Recruitment #2012-08-7105 Salary Range: $4,322 $5,668 per month ($4,192 $5,498 with 3% temporary reduction) Note: From July 1, 2011 through June 29, 2013 a 3% temporary salary reduction is in effect for most positions. This position is represented by the WFSE. Once appointed to this position the incumbent will be required to pay union dues or other representation fees within the first 30 days of employment. Open until filled. POSITION PROFILE: This NRSci3 position, within the Aquatics Assessment and Monitoring Team (AAMT), provides scientific support to the Aquatics Division for the management of all state-owned aquatic lands. This position, under the AAMT supervisor, works as the lead scientific analyst, applying models and statistically evaluating data to assess aquatic ecological functions. The scientist in this position works cooperatively with other Division science and policy staff to ensure that the states aquatic resources are managed in a sustainable manner, based on sound science and in consideration of the publics interest. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Analyze hydrographic and benthic survey data. Focus will be on change analysis of bathymetric and submerged aquatic vegetation data in before-after-control-impact studies for nearshore and bedlands habitats. Develop and manage effectiveness monitoring database to access and analyze field sampled data and data from deployed sensors. Apply process- based, empirical, mechanistic and statistical models for evaluating ecological functions, of coastal, estuarine and shoreland systems. Provide input data for decision support tools developed to assess how management decisions affect ecosystem functions. Develop maps, images and presentations for reporting and publishing results. Apply for grant funding to supplement data collection and research efforts in support of adaptive management of state owned aquatic lands. Liaison with interagency groups addressing on contemporary resource management issues (e.g. marine spatial planning, ocean acidification, climate change, tsunami debris) affecting state owned aquatic lands REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE COMPETENCIES: Applied experience with instrumentation used in subaqueous data collection. Demonstrated experience with sample processing, database development and data analysis with hydrographic or benthic survey data. Experience in applying physical process, habitat assessment, empirical or statistical models for data analysis and interpretation. Experience with Geographic Information Systems and highly comfortable working with spatial geodatabases. Demonstrated experience in applying and interpreting multivariate statistics in the monitoring and assessment of aquatic habitats. Demonstrated experience with project management and technical guidance of staff through all phases of scientific inquiry, including developing and maintaining project timelines. Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data and convey complex scientific information in written and oral presentations to individuals with a broad range of technical abilities Experience with research proposal development and procurement of grant funding. Proficiency with a variety of data analysis and 3-D imaging software (e.g. Hypack, Caris, Fledermaus, Surfer) A minimum of a masters degree and 5 years experience in environmental science, oceanography, ecology, or related discipline, with preferred emphasis on ecological data collection and analysis in aquatic systems. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Self-initiated, resourceful and scientifically curious. Experience with Geographic Information Systems and highly comfortable working with spatial geodatabases. Experience with deployment of underwater sampling equipment and sensors (e.g. video, hydroacoustics, water quality multi-meters), and the processing and analysis of data collected with this equipment. Proficient with the use of field spatial data collection equipment (e.g. Trimble GPS) for surveying and data collection, associated software and data management Proficiency with Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.. Experience integrating data collection and navigation software. Experience with 3-D data presentation. Coding ability in R, C++ or other language used for data analysis.. SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Must have a valid drivers license and have two years of driving experience. Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire. Uses personal computers (word processing and database software), local area networks, email, voicemail, and electronic scheduler. Flexible scheduling requires working in district and headquarters offices and field work; willing to travel up to 40% time during field
[ECOLOG-L] M.S. grad student opportunity
The University of Minnesota, Department of Forest Resources is seeking a master's-level graduate student to participate in a research project examining the effects of variable retention harvests on ground-layer plant communities in red pine forests within northern Minnesota. The student will join a team of collaborators from the University of Minnesota and U.S. Forest Service to assess the influence of different levels of overstory retention and understory shrub competition on ground-layer flora within a large-scale, long-term silviculture experiment. The position is available for Spring/Summer 2013 and includes two years of funding (stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance). The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in forest ecology, forestry, natural resources conservation, environmental science, biology or a closely related field, as well as a strong work ethic, demonstrated quantitative capabilities, a record of leadership, and a proven ability to work independently. The application deadline for this position is December 15, 2012. Interested candidates should contact: Dr. Anthony D'Amato (mailto:dam...@umn.edudam...@umn.edu, 612-625-3733) Thank you for your help with this. Tony D'Amato -- ** Anthony D'Amato Associate Professor Department of Forest Resources University of Minnesota 1530 Cleveland Ave. North St. Paul, MN 55108 Phone: (612) 625-3733 FAX:(612) 625-5212 E-mail: mailto:dam...@umn.edudam...@umn.edu Website: http://silviculture.forestry.umn.edu/http://silviculture.forestry.umn.edu/
Re: [ECOLOG-L] sample tracking software
Dear Erica, Hopefully, you received a flood of off-list suggestions for awesome sample tracking freeware. If not, you might want to consider hiring a freelancer to develop something tailored to you (even if it is just an Access database). There are lots of websites that try to make it easy to find and hire freelancers (reviewed at http://www.ddiy.co/freelance-websites/). I have firsthand experience with one of those sites, oDesk ( http://www.odesk.com), and can attest to the abundance of cheap labor. You should be able to find someone who can create an affordable solution to improve your workflow. Best, Travis ** Travis Hinkelman | Datavore Consulting http://www.datavoreconsulting.com/ P.O. Box 22921, Lincoln, NE 68542 (402) 525-0180 | tra...@datavoreconsulting.com On Fri, Aug 24, 2012 at 4:29 PM, Erica Jenkins ericasjenk...@gmail.comwrote: Hello Ecolog, I am currently trying to revamp a sample tracking program. I'd like to streamline the whole system; everything from coming up with the sample codes and pre-labelling vials, to keeping track of where samples are and matching up data after samples are analyzed. Right now I'm using an Excel spreadsheet for tracking and Word for printing labels sheet by sheet, but I'm sure there's a more efficient way. The samples I'm collecting are salmon scales and DNA, and the scales and DNA are analyzed in separate locations, and then the data is matched. To give you an idea, I am dealing with between 15,000 and 60,000 samples in a short time period, 2 or 3 months. Batches of sampling kits are prepared for each sampling location (approx 30 different locations) before the season begins. Currently each location has a different code, and every sample collected has a unique number. Along with other data, I need to know where sample vials are at any given time and their status (used or not), and keep track of the dates when they are prepared, used, sent, recieved, and analyzed. I'm looking for suggestions on sample tracking software, and possibly labelling equipment, that might make this process more efficient. I'm considering creating an Access database, but I thought I would investigate other options that might already be available, as I'm sure many of you deal with similar challenges. Does anyone know of any freeware that might work for this process? Has anyone else found any efficient and cost-effective options? Any advice or suggestions would be very much appreciated. Thanks so much for your time! Erica
Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent
Well, Laura Hubbs herself was a scientist, working alongside Carl. She coauthored papers with him, especially ethnographic and marine mammal papers. Clark Hubbs followed in his father's footsteps as an ichthyologist, one of the outstanding ones. He was a professor at University of Texas at Austin. His latter years were focused on conservation. Clark was a leader in scientific and conservation organizations, helping to found some, and serving as president and in other offices in others, including ASIH. He was an inspiration to legions of students. Field work with Clark was quite an experience. I learned far more from him in informal settings than I did from most courses I took, without a doubt. Hubbs family members are still active and leaders in ecology and ichthyology, and some in other fields of science. http://www.utexas.edu/tmm/tnhc/fish/hubbs/HIS/CV_HUBBS_2008-10-01.pdf David McNeely Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net wrote: McNeely and all: Most interesting. That's a great story about the kids. Whatever happened to Clark? I wonder if he ever connected with Ed Ricketts? I don't remember anything I've read about Ricketts mentioning him. - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1424 / Virus Database: 2437/5233 - Release Date: 08/29/12 -- David McNeely
[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor of Biology position
The Biology Department at Juniata College, a highly ranked, national liberal arts college of 1,500 students located in the scenic Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, seeks to fill an assistant professor position in the area of Biology, with a focus on physiology or a closely related area, and the experience to support and maintain a microscopy facility, including confocal, TEM and SEM. The Biology Department has developed an innovative curriculum with support from NSF and HHMI, a strong tradition of undergraduate research and a rich history of sending students on to graduate studies and productive careers. Further information about the department can be found at http://departments.juniata.edu/biology. Successful candidates will teach upper level courses physiology and microscopy, introductory biology course modules in cell biology and develop an externally funded research program with undergraduates. Candidates with diverse backgrounds (e.g., immunology, bioinformatics) that complement and enhance existing departmental strengths are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates will be encouraged to collaborate with biology faculty on a new initiative, headquartered on the Juniata campus, to incorporate massively-parallel sequencing technologies into the undergraduate curriculum and research (www.gcat-seek.org). Applicants with an earned Ph.D. (required) and post-doctoral and teaching experience (preferred) should submit 1) a brief statement of teaching experience, philosophy, and interests; 2) a succinct two-page summary of research interests; 3) a curriculum vitae; 4) undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts; and 5) three letters of recommendation. All materials should be addressed to Gail Leiby Ulrich, Director of Human Resources, Juniata College, 1700 Moore Street, Box B, Huntingdon PA 16652. It is the policy of Juniata College to conduct background checks. Review of applications will begin September 30 and continue until the position is filled. Juniata College will take positive steps to enhance the ethnic and gender diversity on its campus. The College commits itself to this policy not only because of legal obligations, but because it believes that such practices are basic to human dignity. AA/EOE
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral position available
We seek candidates for a Research Associate (postdoctoral researcher) position assessing impacts of nitrogen deposition on terrestrial ecosystems and plant diversity across large spatial gradients. The position is associated with a synthesis effort funded by the EPA and USGS Powell Center, and will be based at the University of Colorado. The position will run for 2 years, with the possibility of a 3rd year. Applications should be submitted by September 21st. For additional information please contact Bill Bowman (william.bow...@colorado.edu), Chris Clark (clark.christop...@epamail.epa.gov), or Edie Allen (edith.al...@ucr.edu). Successful candidates must have a PhD, expertise in vegetation dynamics, including physical and biotic environmental influences on community composition, and an understanding of how nitrogen deposition affects plant diversity and soil biogeochemistry. Skills required for the position include: - ability to compile data from various sources on spatial gradients of plant diversity, nitrogen deposition, and soil and plant response metrics, and organize them with data management programs such as Access, Python, or similar programs - use of quantitative analysis using multivariate statistics to tease out environmental influences (climate, soils, disturbance, N deposition) on variation in plant diversity - vegetation sampling of herbaceous species (species identification, richness, abundance) - knowledge of plant (C:N) and soil (C:N, DIN, cations) chemical analyses - ability to organize and supervise field crews - spatial modeling techniques (GIS) and spatial statistics, as well as application to vegetation distribution and atmospheric deposition - Ability to write manuscripts for peer-reviewed journal publication To apply for the position, please upload the following required documents (done at https://www.jobsatcu.com/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=298008): 1 - a cover letter addressing how your work to-date matches the expertise and skills listed above 2 - your current CV. 3 - List of references: Letter of recommendation #1 4 - Document 1: letter of recommendation #2 5 - Document 2: letter of recommendation #3 The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at hr-...@colorado.edu. The University of Colorado Boulder conducts background checks on all final applicants being considered for employment. Applicants must complete the Faculty/Exempt Professional and EEO Data (application) form. NOTE: the successful applicant will be notified when he/she must submit an official proof of highest degree earned.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent
Great stories- thanks. Clark Hubbs, who died in 2008, was a professor at UT Austin. There are links and other information at http://www.utexas.edu/tmm/tnhc/fish/hubbs/HIS/index.html. Cheers, Dan McNeely and all: Most interesting. That's a great story about the kids. Whatever happened to Clark? I wonder if he ever connected with Ed Ricketts? I don't remember anything I've read about Ricketts mentioning him. My wife, Rose Tyson, who was curator of physical anthropology at the Museum of Man, had the Hubbs (midden) collection transferred to the University of San Diego sometime around the turn of the millennium along with an inventory done by her volunteer, Daniel Elerick. This collection was from several archaeological sites along the Pacific coast, all the way to the tip of Baja California Sur. I wonder if anyone has put together any kind of biography of Hubbs? These kinds of stories help bring these folks to life for future generations. My wife did a physical anthropology paper on a burial from this collection, and Charles Merbs did one on the pathologies. Who knows what treasures the collection might hold for future generations? I liked Hubbs right away. He was all business; no pretensions. He took you at face value. I just recalled one story he told me--Hubbs was hiking northward in the mountains of Japan with a guide. In the midst of the wilderness, they came to a sign. He asked for a translation. The guide said, Sign say 'This spot most north where Camellia grow.' He told me other stories about his visits with the Emperor, but I have forgotten them. His family has probably written them down or remembers them. Hubbs' wife, an M.D. herself, I believe, also helped Hubbs by laying out his manuscripts on a large table so he could work on several at one time. My wife, too, has been an enormous help to me over the last 39 or 40 years; I would not be whatever I am without her, though I don't blame her for what I am not. I hope others will post stories about Hubbs and other highly accomplished students of natural history and other sciences. I have an audiotape of Margaret Mead and Fred Singer that I made in 1972. I wish I could remember more. G. Ledyard Stebbins let me videotape him in a darkened motel room in Sacramento many years ago--I should have the tape somewhere if it hasn't fallen apart. I also videotaped one of this lectures to the local Chapter of the CNPS. There was another one out of a very similar rock from which Hubbs was chiseled, and he had stories about others, generations before his time. I can't remember the names of the characters, but one Stebbins liked to tell was about an early lady botanist (and, I believe, M.D.) and a very proper Victorian era gentleman scientist who were out on an expedition (strictly scientific, mind you) by horse-drawn buggy in California when the lady espied an aquatic plant she wanted to press. The gentleman removed his shoes and rolled up his pants to retrieve the specimen, but found that the water was too deep. He said something like, I fear I shall not be able to collect the specimen, dear lady. Take off your pants, said she. Oh, I COULDN'T, said he. Take them off, said she, I've AUTOPSIED better men than you! I hope someone can identify these characters--they were quite well-known. WT I realize that I made some errors in my last post. I have added text in (parentheses). There may still be others. - Original Message - From: mcnee...@cox.net To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU; Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 5:46 PM Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent Hubbs kept an academic geneology showing the descendents of his students. So, when I published my first paper after starting work on my Ph.D., I got a note from him, as part of a reprint request. He had sketched my academic geneology on the card. Probably a majority of ichthyologists and fish ecologists in North America are descended from David Starr Jordan, mostly through Carl Hubbs or Robert Rush Miller or both. Clark Hubbs told me that when the two families went into the field together, the kids got paid for new species and extra for new genera of fishes they helped to collect. Since they were working the American Southwest and northern Mexico in the thirties, there were lots to be had. David McNeely Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net wrote: McNeely and all: Thanks for this; it hits close to home, if only a ricochet. Fond (but faded) memories of my main contact with Hubbs. A bunch of locals were asked to evaluate the site of the coming Wild Animal Park of the San Diego zoo (now called the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.) I had a 1968 Ford Bronco, and somehow it turned out that Hubbs rode with me as we drove all over the property. The date must have been in the early '70's. I was astounded at his breadth of knowledge. He identified a
[ECOLOG-L] AIC MODEL SELECTION AND MULTIMODEL INFERENCE COURSES
I am planning to offer several 2-day courses on the Information-Theoretic approaches to statistical inference over the coming months. These courses focus on the practical application of these new methods and are based on Kullback-Leibler information and Akaike's information criterion (AIC). The material follows my recent textbook, Anderson, D. R. 2008. Model based inference in the life sciences: a primer on evidence. Springer, New York, NY 184pp. A copy of this book is included in the registration fee. These courses stress science and science philosophy as much as statistical methods. The focus is on quantification and qualification of formal evidence concerning alternative science hypotheses. These courses can be hosted, organized, and delivered at your university, agency, institute, or training center. I have given approximately 60 such courses around the world and they have been well received. The courses are informative and the material is fun to understand. For more insights into what these courses are about, see http://aicanderson2.home.comcast.net Details on the course costs and related material can be found at http://aicanderson3.home.comcast.net If you are interested in hosting a course at your location, please contact me. Thank you. David R. Anderson quietander...@yahoo.com
Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent
McNeely and All: Well, this should be at least one data point that demonstrates that if kids get the right kind of leg up at an early age, they can develop into well-rounded adults. Your point about learning more in informal settings also could be a message for teachers if only they weren't tethered by curricula developed by Ed.D's and hamstrung by testing requirements, not to mention the rest of the endless list of impediments that put them in concrete overshoes. Maybe. With some teachers who seem to have given up if they ever really cared at all, they seem to be primarily interested in enduring until tenure, then retirement. What a helluva way to spend a life. Sad on the one end, encouraging on the other. WT - Original Message - From: David L. McNeely mcnee...@cox.net To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2012 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent Well, Laura Hubbs herself was a scientist, working alongside Carl. She coauthored papers with him, especially ethnographic and marine mammal papers. Clark Hubbs followed in his father's footsteps as an ichthyologist, one of the outstanding ones. He was a professor at University of Texas at Austin. His latter years were focused on conservation. Clark was a leader in scientific and conservation organizations, helping to found some, and serving as president and in other offices in others, including ASIH. He was an inspiration to legions of students. Field work with Clark was quite an experience. I learned far more from him in informal settings than I did from most courses I took, without a doubt. Hubbs family members are still active and leaders in ecology and ichthyology, and some in other fields of science. http://www.utexas.edu/tmm/tnhc/fish/hubbs/HIS/CV_HUBBS_2008-10-01.pdf David McNeely Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net wrote: McNeely and all: Most interesting. That's a great story about the kids. Whatever happened to Clark? I wonder if he ever connected with Ed Ricketts? I don't remember anything I've read about Ricketts mentioning him. - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1424 / Virus Database: 2437/5233 - Release Date: 08/29/12 -- David McNeely - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1424 / Virus Database: 2437/5235 - Release Date: 08/30/12
[ECOLOG-L] Prairie restoration symposium at Morton Arboretum, Sept 13 - 14 (Lisle, IL)
Tallgrass Prairie Restoration in the 21st Century Sept 13 - 14, 2012 The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, IL www.mortonarb.org/tallgrass Early bird registration rates extended! Register before Sept 9 for the lower rate. In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Schulenberg Prairie Restoration, The Morton Arboretum is convening a symposium on September 13- 14, 2012 on our grounds near Chicago, IL. This meeting will bring together leading researchers and practitioners to discuss the current state of prairie restoration knowledge, with a special focus on diversity and processes in prairie vegetation. On Sept 13th, the program includes a full day of talks while Sept 14th will be a day of field trips to notable regional prairies and prairie restorations. Sept 13 Program The Schulenberg Prairie: A milestone in ecological restoration Nicole Cavender, The Morton Arboretum History and progress of prairie restoration Roger Anderson, Illinois State University Long-term studies of secondary succession, grassland community assembly and prairie restoration Bryan Foster, University of Kansas Community and phylogenetic change in tallgrass prairie remnants. Daniel Larkin, Chicago Botanic Garden Chromosome re-arrangements and gene flow in a prairie sedge Andrew Hipp, The Morton Arboretum Restoration Roundtable: What methods work and why (or why not)? Richard Henderson, Wisconsin DNR,Bill Glass, Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, Don Gardner, Gardner Prairie Project Comparing diversity among restorations and remnants William Sluis, Trine University Praire restoration below ground: Rebuilding our soil resource Julie Jastrow, Argonne National Laboratory Restoring diversity despite strong dominance by productive species James M. Doherty, University of Wisconsin-Madison Impacts of climate change in the Chicago region and methods for collaborative innovation about adaptation Jessica Hellmann, University of Notre Dame Keynote: Perennial agriculture and prairie restoration Wes Jackson, The Land Institute Sept 14 Field trips SCHULENBERG PRAIRIE S512A. Friday, Sept 14; 9 am 12 pm. Prairie Visitor Station. Fee: $30, $20 Student. Limit 30. FERMILAB TALLGRASS PRAIRIE RESTORATION TOUR S512B. Friday, Sept 14; 1 pm 4 pm. Meet the vans in Parking Lot 21. Fee: $30, $20 Student. Limit 30. NORTH SHORE PRAIRIE REMNANTS AND SAVANNA RESTORATION TOUR A boxed lunch and transportation are included in the fee. S512C. Friday, Sept 14; 9 am 4 pm. Meet the bus in Parking Lot 21. Fee: $65, $35 Student. Limit 30 - only 4 spaces remain! MIDEWIN NATIONAL TALLGRASS PRAIRIE A boxed lunch and transportation are included in the fee. S512D. Friday, Sept 14; 9 am 2 pm. Meet the vans in Parking Lot 21. Fee: $55, $30 Student. Limit 30. Registration is open! Reserve your place today. Early Bird (7/16 9/9): $135; Regular (9/9 9/13): $160; Student $50 Click: www.mortonarb.org/tallgrass; Email: registrar...@mortonarb.org; Call: 630-719-2468 (8 am 4 pm CST, Mon Fri)
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate research assistantship - wetland or soil ecosystems
I am seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual wishing to pursue an M.S. degree in Biological Sciences at the Department of Natural Resource Management, South Dakota State University. A research assistantship ($13,034/yr) is available for two years with a January 1, 2013 start date; graduate assistants receive a 2/3 reduction of tuition costs. The successful applicant will conduct research in the area of wetland or soil ecosystems, and research topics may include prairie pothole wetland hydrology, invasion of non-native Phragmites australis, effects of agricultural management on soil carbon fluxes, or GIS analysis of wetland ecosystem services. South Dakota State University is a public institution located in Brookings, South Dakota (www.sdstate.edu), with vibrant graduate programs in Biological Sciences, the Geographic Information Science Center of Excellence, and Wildlife Fisheries. Applicants should have strong data management and computer skills as well as a background in ecology or environmental science. Interested students should send via email a resume with cover letter (include GPA and GRE scores) and transcripts (photocopy is acceptable) to Dr. Carol Johnston, carol.johns...@sdstate.edu. Suitable candidates will then be encouraged to submit a formal application to the graduate school at: http://www.sdstate.edu/admissions/graduate/admission-requirements.cfm ** Carol A. Johnston Professor, Dept. of Natural Resource Management Box 2104A South Dakota State University Brookings SD 57007-0896 Phone: 605-688-6464 Fax: 605-688-6677 E-mail: carol.johns...@sdstate.edu http://www.sdstate.edu/nrm/people/carol-johnston.cfm
[ECOLOG-L] HUBBS/was David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent
I wrote a couple articles about Clark Hubbs that you guys might be interested, since you are discussing him! I also met him and admired his tenacity even at an advanced age. He is a character! This one was written after his passing: The Fish Wrangler http://tpwmagazine.com/archive/2011/apr/legend/ And this one was written earlier Lives of a River (his part comes about halfway in) http://tpwmagazine.com/archive/2011/apr/legend/ Wendee Wendee Holtcamp, M.S. Ecology ~ Writer * Photographer * Bohemian Web: [wendeeholtcamp.com] Blog: [bohemianadventures.blogspot.com] Twitter: twitter.com/bohemianone Email: bohem...@wendeeholtcamp.com Online Magazine Writing Classes start Sep 1 Oct 13, 2012 - Ask me! On 8/30/12 10:20 AM, Dan Brumbaugh dbrumba...@amnh.org wrote: Great stories- thanks. Clark Hubbs, who died in 2008, was a professor at UT Austin. There are links and other information at http://www.utexas.edu/tmm/tnhc/fish/hubbs/HIS/index.html. Cheers, Dan McNeely and all: Most interesting. That's a great story about the kids. Whatever happened to Clark? I wonder if he ever connected with Ed Ricketts? I don't remember anything I've read about Ricketts mentioning him. My wife, Rose Tyson, who was curator of physical anthropology at the Museum of Man, had the Hubbs (midden) collection transferred to the University of San Diego sometime around the turn of the millennium along with an inventory done by her volunteer, Daniel Elerick. This collection was from several archaeological sites along the Pacific coast, all the way to the tip of Baja California Sur. I wonder if anyone has put together any kind of biography of Hubbs? These kinds of stories help bring these folks to life for future generations. My wife did a physical anthropology paper on a burial from this collection, and Charles Merbs did one on the pathologies. Who knows what treasures the collection might hold for future generations? I liked Hubbs right away. He was all business; no pretensions. He took you at face value. I just recalled one story he told me--Hubbs was hiking northward in the mountains of Japan with a guide. In the midst of the wilderness, they came to a sign. He asked for a translation. The guide said, Sign say 'This spot most north where Camellia grow.' He told me other stories about his visits with the Emperor, but I have forgotten them. His family has probably written them down or remembers them. Hubbs' wife, an M.D. herself, I believe, also helped Hubbs by laying out his manuscripts on a large table so he could work on several at one time. My wife, too, has been an enormous help to me over the last 39 or 40 years; I would not be whatever I am without her, though I don't blame her for what I am not. I hope others will post stories about Hubbs and other highly accomplished students of natural history and other sciences. I have an audiotape of Margaret Mead and Fred Singer that I made in 1972. I wish I could remember more. G. Ledyard Stebbins let me videotape him in a darkened motel room in Sacramento many years ago--I should have the tape somewhere if it hasn't fallen apart. I also videotaped one of this lectures to the local Chapter of the CNPS. There was another one out of a very similar rock from which Hubbs was chiseled, and he had stories about others, generations before his time. I can't remember the names of the characters, but one Stebbins liked to tell was about an early lady botanist (and, I believe, M.D.) and a very proper Victorian era gentleman scientist who were out on an expedition (strictly scientific, mind you) by horse-drawn buggy in California when the lady espied an aquatic plant she wanted to press. The gentleman removed his shoes and rolled up his pants to retrieve the specimen, but found that the water was too deep. He said something like, I fear I shall not be able to collect the specimen, dear lady. Take off your pants, said she. Oh, I COULDN'T, said he. Take them off, said she, I've AUTOPSIED better men than you! I hope someone can identify these characters--they were quite well-known. WT I realize that I made some errors in my last post. I have added text in (parentheses). There may still be others. - Original Message - From: mcnee...@cox.net To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU; Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 5:46 PM Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent Hubbs kept an academic geneology showing the descendents of his students. So, when I published my first paper after starting work on my Ph.D., I got a note from him, as part of a reprint request. He had sketched my academic geneology on the card. Probably a majority of ichthyologists and fish ecologists in North America are descended from David Starr Jordan, mostly through Carl Hubbs or Robert Rush Miller or both. Clark Hubbs told me that when the two families went
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Fellowships: National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center
National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center, or SESYNC (să-sink), is dedicated to fostering synthesis that brings together diverse forms of knowledge from the natural and social sciences to generate insights into the behavior and management of interlinked systems of people and nature. Postdoctoral Fellowship Program Applications due November 1, 2012 Please visit www.sesync.org/programs/postdocs for further details The National Socio-environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC), located in Annapolis, Maryland, invites applications for 2 year postdoctoral fellowships that begin February 2013. Fellows will undertake independent social, environmental, or cyber-infrastructure synthesis projects that are consistent with the mission of SESYNC. In addition to leading independent synthesis research, SESYNC fellows spend much of their time (~30%) on collaborative center activities, which could include such efforts as working with a Pursuit team, working on a cross-Pursuit or cross-Theme synthesis project, organizing a workshop, developing an education, policy, or outreach activity, or exploring visualization and other cyber tools. SESYNC postdoctoral fellows will be based in our facilities in Annapolis, Maryland, with the possibility of spending some time at our partner organization, Resources for the Future, located in Washington, DC. SESYNC offers substantial computational support for fellows, as well as a dynamic, collaborative learning environment. Postdocs will receive an annual stipend, full University of Maryland employee benefits, and a small annual travel allowance for meetings. Fellows will have two mentors-– a professional mentor on-site at SESYNC and a domain mentor. The domain mentor should be at a SESYNC partner institution or be an established scholar elsewhere who will travel to SESYNC at least twice a year to work with the fellow. ELIGIBILITY We seek a diverse group of postdoctoral fellows with PhDs in social and natural sciences. Areas of previous research should be relevant to socio-environmental synthesis or synthesis education, including anthropology, computer science, ecology, education, economics, geography, history, mathematics, political science, psychology, public policy, planning, sociology, statistics, etc. APPLICATION DEADLINE AND SUBMISSION PROCESS The deadline for applications for fellowships is November 1, 2012 for fellowships beginning in February 2013. The next round of competition will be in the spring for fellowships beginning in late August, 2013. Applications will require a research proposal, description of interests and ideas for collaborative center activities, description of cyber-infrastructure needs, CV, and three letters of reference (submitted separately). Potential international Postdoctoral Fellows should contact us before applying. Please visit www.sesync.org/programs/postdocs for submission instructions. For questions, please contact Dr. David Hawthorne at dhawtho...@sesync.org . The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities and Women Are Encouraged to Apply
[ECOLOG-L] Bayesian Modeling Workshop Opportunity
The National Science Foundation is sponsoring an annual, two-week workshop to provide intensive training in Bayesian modeling for post doctoral researchers, academic faculty, and agency scientists. Twenty participants will be invited each year. There will be no cost for participation in the workshop, and a $1000 stipend will be provided to each participant to defray costs of travel. The first workshop will be held May 20-31, 2013 at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO. Goals of the Workshop 1. Provide a principles-based understanding of Bayesian methods needed to train students, to evaluate papers and proposals, and to solve research problems. 2. Communicate the statistical concepts and vocabulary needed to foster collaboration between ecologists and statisticians. 3. Provide the conceptual foundations and quantitative confidence needed for self-teaching modern analytical methods. Instructors: Tom Hobbs, Colorado State University Mevin Hooten, Colorado State University Kiona Ogle, Arizona State University Maria Uriarte, Columbia University For more information: www.nrel.colostate.edu/projects/bayesworkshop Questions: Dr. Tom Hobbs Natural Resource Ecology Lab Colorado State University 970‐491‐5738 tom.ho...@colostate.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Manager, Conard Environmental Research Area, Grinnell College
Grinnell College CONARD ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AREA CERA Manager Grinnell College seeks a full-time Manager for the Conard Environmental Research Area (CERA), a 365 acre teaching and research facility located ten miles from the campus. Native woodland, savanna, restored and remnant prairie, and wetland habitats occupy the landscape, and facilities include CERA's Environmental Education Center, the first building in Iowa to receive Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) program. Responsibilities: The Manager position serves two programs. The Manager assists the college's Center for Prairie Studies in accomplishing its mission by planning and implementing campus and outreach programs, events, and special projects, primarily but not exclusively at CERA. The Manager assists the Biology Department in planning all restoration activities at CERA in consultation with the CERA Director and advisory committee, including prescribed burning, tree thinning, and invasive species control. Other work includes applying and monitoring experimental treatments, assisting students with research projects, developing and maintaining a comprehensive website, archiving data sets, researching and purchasing equipment and supplies, hiring and supervising student employees, and organizing field trips and work days for volunteers. Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field and experience managing natural areas are required. A Master's degree and experience in environmental education, public programming, and/or citizen science are desired. Please submit applications online by visiting our application website at https://jobs.grinnell.eduhttps://jobs.grinnell.edu. Candidates will need to upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts and three references with their contact information. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled. Questions about this position should be directed to Human Resources at [j...@grinnell.edu] or 641-269-4818. Grinnell College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, veteran status, religion, creed, or disability. For further information about Grinnell College, see our website at http://www.grinnell.eduhttp://www.grinnell.edu.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Positions National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center
Postdoctoral Positions National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC, s -sink) Applications are being accepted until November 1, 2012 for 2 year postdoctoral fellowships to conduct synthesis research at SESYNC in Annapolis, Maryland. The center supports research in the natural, social, or computational sciences that is related to the structure, functioning or sustainability of coupled human-natural systems. For complete information, see http://www.sesync.org/programs/postdocswww.sesync.org/programs/postdocs Margaret A. Palmer Director, National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center 1 Park Place, Suite 300 Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 919-4810 http://www.SESYNC.orgwww.SESYNC.org Professor University of Maryland University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science http://www.PalmerLab.umd.eduwww.PalmerLab.umd.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Job: Environmental Scientist, SESYNC
Environmental Scientist (B.S./M.S.) - National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC, s -sink), Annapolis, Maryland Applications are being accepted until September 15 for an environmental scientist to provide support to the Director and support for activities focused on synthesis. The center supports research in the natural, social, or computational sciences that is related to the structure, functioning or sustainability of coupled human-natural systems. For complete information, see For complete information, see: http://www.sesync.org/careers/faculty-research-assistant-edhttp://www.sesync.org/careers/faculty-research-assistant-ed Margaret A. Palmer Director, National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center 1 Park Place, Suite 300 Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 919-4810 http://www.SESYNC.orgwww.SESYNC.org Professor University of Maryland University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science http://www.PalmerLab.umd.eduwww.PalmerLab.umd.edu
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Bayesian Modeling Workshop Opportunity
Ecolog: I'd like to get a copy of the best possible research paper that best illustrates how Bayesian statistics and Bayesian modeling got the job done, preferably ones that made a major (if not THE major) contribution to Ecology. I'd prefer plant ecology, but that's not a hard requirement. Thanks in advance for your replies. WT - Original Message - From: Jill Lackett jill.lack...@colostate.edu To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2012 2:03 PM Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Bayesian Modeling Workshop Opportunity The National Science Foundation is sponsoring an annual, two-week workshop to provide intensive training in Bayesian modeling for post doctoral researchers, academic faculty, and agency scientists. Twenty participants will be invited each year. There will be no cost for participation in the workshop, and a $1000 stipend will be provided to each participant to defray costs of travel. The first workshop will be held May 20-31, 2013 at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO. Goals of the Workshop 1. Provide a principles-based understanding of Bayesian methods needed to train students, to evaluate papers and proposals, and to solve research problems. 2. Communicate the statistical concepts and vocabulary needed to foster collaboration between ecologists and statisticians. 3. Provide the conceptual foundations and quantitative confidence needed for self-teaching modern analytical methods. Instructors: Tom Hobbs, Colorado State University Mevin Hooten, Colorado State University Kiona Ogle, Arizona State University Maria Uriarte, Columbia University For more information: www.nrel.colostate.edu/projects/bayesworkshop Questions: Dr. Tom Hobbs Natural Resource Ecology Lab Colorado State University 970‐491‐5738 tom.ho...@colostate.edu - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1424 / Virus Database: 2437/5235 - Release Date: 08/30/12
[ECOLOG-L] *JOB Announcement* - Ecological QA/QC Scientist
Overview The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON, Inc.) is a nonprofit science corporation dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive species impact ecology. Currently under design is the NEON project - an observatory comprising more than 60 environmental and biological monitoring locations distributed throughout twenty domains across the United States, Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico. These observations and experiments will be monitored and controlled in real- time from our headquarters in Boulder, Colorado. The Terrestrial Observation System (TOS) within NEON will acquire field and laboratory data on a variety of taxa -- plants, birds, small mammals, ground beetles, mosquitoes, infectious disease, and microbes. Given the extensive data and information to be accumulated by NEON over its 30 year life cycle, the contributions of a quantitative ecologist and an individual with experience and expertise in QA/QC processes are many. Term: This will be a two year term assignment. Summary Working closely with NEON's TOS scientists, the incumbent will provide guidance and statistical analytical support in developing approaches to formulate ecological sampling designs and data analyses with particular emphasis on development of QA/QC plans, verification and validation of data streams, and quantifying and tracking uncertainty and error budgets. The ideal candidate will also have the capability to formulate approaches to scale biological observations from site to continental-scale and provide modeling in support of sampling designs and data synthesis and analysis. The incumbent will contribute to the development of novel methods as well as the application of these and existing methods to solve complex problems in NEON data products. Location This position will be located at NEON Headquarters in Boulder, CO Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Develop, test and evaluate QA/QC plans applicable to a range of ecological field and laboratory data collection and analysis associated with NEON's terrestrial observation system (TOS) • Develop, test and assist in the implementation of statistical and modeling applications used by NEON science staff • Play a key leadership role in the formulation of statistical and modeling strategies and in development of integrated statistical analysis plans • Provide critical input to science designs, field protocol development, QA/QC plans and associated sampling designs • Conduct statistical analyses and modeling in collaboration with science staff • Collaborate with NEON Cyber-Infrastructure, Data Products and Science teams as well as external users • Provide training to users on specialized applications as needed • Participate in the development and approval of standardized documentation for these processes, following documentation standards Education MS or PhD (preferred) in biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field Required Experience • 3 or more years of experience as a quantitative ecologist • Demonstrated experience in development, evaluation and implementation of QA/QC plans for ecological / environmental monitoring • Demonstrated experience supporting biostatistical and ecological modeling tools and applications • Demonstrated record of achievement in the areas of quantitative ecology, ecological modeling and analysis and statistical applications in ecological investigations • Communication skills to effectively explain requirements, present solutions, and influence management or external sponsors in area of expertise • Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of scientific, technical, and management staff, stakeholders, and vendors • Knowledge of field biology protocols and practices • Scientific writing and review Preferred Experience • History of active engagement with the ecological and natural resources management community • Experience with large scale inventory and monitoring programs • Ability to coach, mentor and counsel employees with a wide range of experience, skills and interests on approaches in ecological modeling and statistics • Expertise with common statistical software packages (e.g., R); and proficiency with RDBMS-based (MySQL, Oracle) applications and database concepts and major programming languages (e.g. C/C+) and scripting languages (e.g. Python) • Experience negotiating and managing contracts and partnership agreements Skills and Abilities • Solid analytical and creative problem skills -- demonstrated ability to successfully apply experience and judgment to both short- and long-term challenges • Experience working in a collaborative scientific enterprise • Open to undertaking responsibilities beyond those associated with individually assigned projects • Ability to work independently and as part of an active science team • Problem solving skills
Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent
The Hubbs coastal archaeology collection is at USD, not UCSD. Odd, but that's the way it happened. Scripps wanted to get rid of it. Administrators? WT - Original Message - From: Barney Luttbeg To: Wayne Tyson Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2012 12:57 PM Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent Was it really to the University of San Diego or to the University of California at San Diego? Barney On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 11:41 PM, Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net wrote: McNeely and all: Most interesting. That's a great story about the kids. Whatever happened to Clark? I wonder if he ever connected with Ed Ricketts? I don't remember anything I've read about Ricketts mentioning him. My wife, Rose Tyson, who was curator of physical anthropology at the Museum of Man, had the Hubbs (midden) collection transferred to the University of San Diego sometime around the turn of the millennium along with an inventory done by her volunteer, Daniel Elerick. This collection was from several archaeological sites along the Pacific coast, all the way to the tip of Baja California Sur. I wonder if anyone has put together any kind of biography of Hubbs? These kinds of stories help bring these folks to life for future generations. My wife did a physical anthropology paper on a burial from this collection, and Charles Merbs did one on the pathologies. Who knows what treasures the collection might hold for future generations? I liked Hubbs right away. He was all business; no pretensions. He took you at face value. I just recalled one story he told me--Hubbs was hiking northward in the mountains of Japan with a guide. In the midst of the wilderness, they came to a sign. He asked for a translation. The guide said, Sign say 'This spot most north where Camellia grow.' He told me other stories about his visits with the Emperor, but I have forgotten them. His family has probably written them down or remembers them. Hubbs' wife, an M.D. herself, I believe, also helped Hubbs by laying out his manuscripts on a large table so he could work on several at one time. My wife, too, has been an enormous help to me over the last 39 or 40 years; I would not be whatever I am without her, though I don't blame her for what I am not. I hope others will post stories about Hubbs and other highly accomplished students of natural history and other sciences. I have an audiotape of Margaret Mead and Fred Singer that I made in 1972. I wish I could remember more. G. Ledyard Stebbins let me videotape him in a darkened motel room in Sacramento many years ago--I should have the tape somewhere if it hasn't fallen apart. I also videotaped one of this lectures to the local Chapter of the CNPS. There was another one out of a very similar rock from which Hubbs was chiseled, and he had stories about others, generations before his time. I can't remember the names of the characters, but one Stebbins liked to tell was about an early lady botanist (and, I believe, M.D.) and a very proper Victorian era gentleman scientist who were out on an expedition (strictly scientific, mind you) by horse-drawn buggy in California when the lady espied an aquatic plant she wanted to press. The gentleman removed his shoes and rolled up his pants to retrieve the specimen, but found that the water was too deep. He said something like, I fear I shall not be able to collect the specimen, dear lady. Take off your pants, said she. Oh, I COULDN'T, said he. Take them off, said she, I've AUTOPSIED better men than you! I hope someone can identify these characters--they were quite well-known. WT I realize that I made some errors in my last post. I have added text in (parentheses). There may still be others. - Original Message - From: mcnee...@cox.net To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU; Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 5:46 PM Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] David Starr Jordan Indiana U Re: [ECOLOG-L] Jordan's rule Folkloric Tangent Hubbs kept an academic geneology showing the descendents of his students. So, when I published my first paper after starting work on my Ph.D., I got a note from him, as part of a reprint request. He had sketched my academic geneology on the card. Probably a majority of ichthyologists and fish ecologists in North America are descended from David Starr Jordan, mostly through Carl Hubbs or Robert Rush Miller or both. Clark Hubbs told me that when the two families went into the field together, the kids got paid for new species and extra for new genera of fishes they helped to collect. Since they were working the American Southwest and northern Mexico in the thirties, there were lots to be had. David McNeely Wayne Tyson landr...@cox.net wrote: McNeely and all: Thanks for this; it hits close to home, if only a ricochet. Fond (but
