[ECOLOG-L] Post Doc position in ECOLOGICAL INTERACTIONS at the Department of Ecology / SLU

[Ayco Tack]

See the announcement for a postdoc in Ecological Interactions at SLU
(Sweden) below.



Ayco Tack 
Assistant professor
Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences

Stockholm University
SE-106 91 Stockholm, Sweden
Visiting address: Svante Arrhenius Väg 20A, room N420
Phone: + 46-(0)8-163959
Mobile: + 46-(0)70-4942557
  ayco.t...@su.se

  www.plantmicrobeinsect.com
  www.su.se/profiles/atack

___

 

 

From: Tomas Roslin 
Sent: 25. tammikuuta 2016 17:33
To: 'oikos-lis...@wallace.teorekol.lu.se'
mailto:oikos-lis...@wallace.teorekol.lu.se> >
Subject: Post Doc position in ECOLOGICAL INTERACTIONS at the Department of
Ecology / SLU

 

Dear All,

 

Please note that we are now hiring a post doc to work on ECOLOGICAL
INTERACTIONS IN A CHANGING ENVIRONMENT. 

 

The postdoctoral fellow will join the new unit of Insect Ecology, for a
research project targeting networks of ecological interactions. In
particular, we seek to understand how environmental change affects network
structure, how this structure is reflected in ecological functioning and
community dynamics, and how local interaction webs in different parts of the
landscape are connected by dispersing individuals. The project is supported
by existing long-term data and includes a strong element of field
experiments. The successful candidate will be placed in Uppsala
http://www.slu.se/en/departments/ecology/, with support from a research
group active in two Nordic countries:
http://www.helsinki.fi/foodwebs/index.htm.

 

For more information, please click on http://tinyurl.com/zeelqrt . 

 

Best wishes,

Tomas Roslin

 

___

Tomas Roslin, Professor

 

Department of Ecology

P.O. Box 7044

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

SE-750 07 Uppsala

Sweden

 

and 

 

Spatial Foodweb Ecology Group

Department of Agricultural Sciences

PO Box 27 (Latokartanonkaari 5)

FI-00014 University of Helsinki

Finland

 

Phone: +358 40 865 3611

Fax: +358 29 41 58582

 

web pages:

  http://www.helsinki.fi/foodwebs/

 
http://www.helsinki.fi/foodwebs/Tomas.htm

http://www.facebook.com/foodwebs

 

 

[ECOLOG-L] SW Experimental Garden Array Project Manager Job Opening, N.AZ.Univ.

[Amy Whipple]

Job Opening: Southwest Experimental Garden Array Program Manager
Application Deadline: Open until further notice. We will begin reviewing
application on February 9, 2016
Job Description: The Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research at
Northern Arizona University seeks a Program Manager for the Southwest
Experimental Garden Array (SEGA) for the study of climate change and
genetics. The Program Manager will oversee the operation of the array of 10
field sites as a multi-user field research facility. The SEGA Program
Manager is primarily responsible for the continued development of sites for
research, managing researcher use of the SEGA garden sites, including
experiment application processing, correspondence, invoicing, orientation,
tracking, and scheduling. The position also includes responsibility for
oversight of infrastructure deployment and operation including water supply
and fencing infrastructure. Additional responsibilities include:
•   Development and implementation of procedures for ensuring safety and
compliance with permits and regulations
•   Budget management
•   Coordination between researchers and the sensing and data management 
team.
•   Coordination with landowners and managers
•   Supervision of interns, part-time staff, contractors, and volunteers
•   Preparation of use summaries for reports and proposals
•   Organizing meetings of SEGA governing and advisory groups
•   Soliciting, organizing, and editing materials for website updates
•   Assisting in grant development to promote use of SEGA sites
Minimum Qualifications 
Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment & five
years administrative/coordinative program experience; or Master’s degree in
field appropriate to area of assignment & three years
administrative/coordinative program experience; or any equivalent
combination of experience and/or education.
Preferred Qualifications 
•   Experience in an academic or applied research environment
•   Administrative or supervisory experience
•   Experience in field ecology, botany, horticulture, forestry, or related 
field
•   Experience working in remote field sites
•   Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
•   Familiarity with design, specification, and maintenance of field site
infrastructure, including communication systems, irrigation systems, and
fencing. 

Salary $53,199
To Apply see the full listing at NAU HR:
http://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Careers/Staff-Welcome-Page/ . Complete an NAU
online application form and submit the following with the application: a
cover letter, resume or cv, and two letters of recommendation (emailed
directly from your recommenders). Any questions may be directed to
amy.whip...@nau.edu or marie.s...@nau.edu. 

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Institution.  Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.  NAU is responsive to the needs of
dual career couples. NAU is an Employer of National Service.  AmeriCorps,
Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

[ECOLOG-L] Picarro G2201-i advice?

[Beth Lawrence]

Looking for insights into the Picarro G2201-i (has capacity to measure 
CO2, CH4 and their 13-C isotopes in the field)... How challenging is 
getting this instrument up and running in the field? Maintenance issues? 
Software usability? Interfacing with an EA? Picarro customer service? Your 
insights would be greatly appreciated!

[ECOLOG-L] LIFE DISCOVERY - DOING SCIENCE Early Bird Jan 31

[Teresa Mourad]

3rd Life Discovery - Doing Science Education conference 

CCMIT, Linthicum (Baltimore) MD March 18-19, 2016 www.esa.org/ldc

Join us to learn about the latest innovations in environmental biology 
education and connect with people who can bring relevant insights to your 
how students learn. 

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Andrew Martin - Evolutionary and conservation biologist | Professor, 
University of Colorado, Boulder

Kevin Coyle - Vice President for Education and Training | National Wildlife 
Federation

They will explore the practice of science, how students think and learn and 
ways to create connections across institutions and sectors to create 
research-rich environmental biology classrooms.

Register by Jan 31 for Early Bird rates.

www.esa.org/ldc

Teresa Mourad
Director, Education and Diversity Programs Ecological Society of America


*
The Life Discovery – Doing Science Biology education conference is a project
of:

Ecological Society of America (ESA)
Botanical Society of America (BSA)
Society for the Study of Evolution (SSE) Society for Economic Botany (SEB) 
This consortium jointly also manages the LifeDiscoveryEd Digital Library and 
serve as curators of Society-specific collections within the digital 
library.

[ECOLOG-L] Tomorrow: Webinar, 3 Ways to Improve your Regression with Data Science and Machine Learnging (no charge, part 2)

[Lisa Solomon]

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rt 2=20
=A0(no charge, Case Study, Step-by-step, Hands-on option)

Registration: http://hubs.ly/H01Y9Fr0
Alternative Link: http://info.salford-systems.com/3-ways-to-improve-your-re=
gression-part2

January 27th, 10AM - 11AM PT
* If the time is inconvenient, please register and we will send you a recor=
ding
* Part 1 is not required, to understand the approach and concepts in tomorr=
ow's webinar; but, if you want a refresher, you can see last week's webinar=
 at your convenience. =A0Link to recording of Part 1: http://hubs.ly/H01Q4b=
F0

ABSTRACT:  Last week, we showed you how you could drastically improve predi=
ction accuracy in your linear =A0regression with a new model that handles m=
issing values, interactions, AND nonlinearities in your data. =A0As a follo=
w-up to the last week's webinar, we will show you how to take data science =
techniques even further to extract actionable insight and take advantage of=
 advanced modeling features. You will walk away with several different meth=
ods to turn your ordinary regression into an extraordinary regression!

Techniques used:
*Stochastic gradient boosting: TreeNet plots show you the impact of every v=
ariable in your model; take it a step further by creating spline approximat=
ions to these variables and using them in a conventional linear regression =
for a boosted model performance!
* Nonlinear regression splines: MARS nonlinear regression will still give y=
ou what looks like a standard regression equation, but instead of coefficie=
nts, you'll see transformations of your original variables.
* Modeling automation: learn how to cycle through numerous modeling scenari=
os automatically to discover best-fit parameters.

Included with Registration:
* On-demand recording of webinar
* Data set used in presentation
* Step-by-step instructions
* 30-day free access to MARS, TreeNet, and Random Forests

More details:
* Last week, we showed you how you could drastically improve prediction acc=
uracy in your linear =A0regression with a new model that handles missing va=
lues, interactions, AND nonlinearities in your data. =A0This week, we will =
rebuild these original models and get straight to the more advanced feature=
s.=A0=20
* We will quickly review how to incorporate nonlinearities in a regression =
splines model=A0 AND THEN show you how to automatically detect interactions=
 and include these to lead to an even better result.
* We will quickly review stochastic gradient boosting, and how, with plots =
you can see how each variable contributes to your model.=A0=A0 And then, th=
is week you will see how to create approximations from these plots and use =
these in a standard linear regression as your inputs.
* We will also explore the benefits of model automation. Without any custom=
 programming, you can quickly cycle through different modeling scenarios, s=
uch as intelligently decreasing your predictor pool by removing variables o=
ne by one, or automatically re-running your regression model using differen=
t loss functions. This gives you the option to create many different models=
 and choose the best for your analysis needs.

These techniques are great for skeptics who like to stick with standard reg=
ression but wish to see dramatic improvements. With very large datasets, yo=
u will see a significant speed benefit as well.=A0 Learn what is being used=
 at some of the largest banks and credit companies in the world.

And if you want a refresher, you can see last week's webinar at your conven=
ience: http://hubs.ly/H01Q4bF0

Who should attend:=20
* Attend if you want to implement data science techniques even without a da=
ta science, programming, or even a statistical background.
* Attend if you want to understand why data science techniques are so impor=
tant for analysts.

Registration: http://hubs.ly/H01Y9Fr0
Alternative Link: http://info.salford-systems.com/3-ways-to-improve-your-re=
gression-part2

[ECOLOG-L] Grad student positions in Plant Ecology (MS State U)

[Gary Ervin]

I am seeking graduate students with an interest in plant ecology to begin
work in Fall 2016 or Spring 2017.  Specific areas of interest for these
positions include:
> influence of land cover and land cover change on plant species distributions
> abiotic factors influencing distributions of plant species
> multi-scale factors influencing plant species assemblage composition.

More information about my lab and research interests can be found at
www.garyervin.net.

Preference will be given to students with experience or training in GIS,
statistics, and/or plant ecology (including taxonomy of the US flora). 
Previous research experience and demonstrated writing skills are strongly
preferred.

Funding for the position will take the form of a nine-month Teaching
Assistantship, which includes a monthly stipend and waiver of all
out-of-state and 71% of in-state tuition and fees.  The Department of
Biological Sciences also has a limited number of competitive stipend
enhancements, in addition to travel awards to assist with pre-admission
campus visits.

Interested students should send the following to Dr. Gary Ervin: (1)
statement of research interests and compatibility with the above areas of
research, (2) CV (including GRE percentile scores), and (3) contact
information for three potential references.  Suitable candidates then will
be asked to provide at least one research-based writing sample and to submit
an online application for graduate studies.

[ECOLOG-L] Crew Leader - restoration and ground squirrels

[Amanda Goldberg]

Agency: University of Idaho
Location: Idaho

Temporary/Seasonal Positions
Salary:$2,080 - $2,400 per month
Dates of Employment: 4 April 2016 - 15 August 2016
Last Date to Apply: 02/05/2016

Description
The Northern Idaho ground squirrel (Urocitellus brunneus) is federally 
threatened under ESA. We are using field experiments to test the 
effectiveness of forest treatments (thin-and-burn) on demographic traits 
of Northern Idaho ground squirrel populations. 

We capture and mark ground squirrels using PIT tags and ear tags from 
April through August. We will compare demographic parameters among 
treatments, including capture-recapture analyses to assess population 
attributes (e.g., survival rates). We will collect data on vegetation to 
assess the changes that treatment has on food availability. We will use 
radio-telemetry to locate hibernacula. We will anesthetize small mammals 
(Columbian ground squirrels, northern Idaho ground squirrels, and 
chipmunks) and comb them for fleas as part of a project assessing 
whether plague is present and affecting northern Idaho ground squirrel 
survival. Crew leaders will be expected to oversee 2 technicians in the 
field. They will be responsible for: 1)following field protocols, 2) 
both animal and technician safety, 3) checking data, 4) maintaining the 
schedule, and 5) setting up regular communication both within their crew 
and the project supervisors. 

Housing will be provided for the applicant during the field season. 
Field housing may be rustic and may be a camp trailer, a cabin, or a 
wall tent. Applicants must be willing to live for 5 months without daily 
phone and email access in fairly rustic accommodations. Field work will 
include various types of weather conditions (rain, snow, and heat), long 
hours, odd schedules, and physical work.

Minimum Qualifications 
• Education: B.S. degree in Natural Resources, Ecology, Conservation 
Biology, Environmental Science, or related field 
• At least 2 field seasons of prior outdoor field work (1 season must be 
working with small mammals) 
• Experience living/camping in remote locations for extended periods 
• Excellent skills in time and data organization/management 
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently 
• Must be available for employment from 4 April of 2016 through 15 
August 2016 
• Must be a US citizen or have a valid US green card to apply 

**Employment may be contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 
criminal background and/or driving investigation.** 

Desirable Qualifications 
• Previous experience conducting vegetation surveys 
• Must be self-motivated 
• Previous experience using anesthesia in a field setting 
• Previous experience in a supervisory role 

Apply by sending a cover letter, CV, and the email and phone numbers for 
at least three references in ONE document (PDF or Word) to Amanda 
Goldberg (nidgs.technic...@gmail.com). Please write "crew leader" in the 
subject line of the email. 

We will review applications as they are received. Job will remain open 
until 5 Feb or position has been filled.

[ECOLOG-L] Faculty Position in Quantitative Insect Ecology at Michigan State University

[M. Eric Benbow]

There is an open tenure system faculty position at the Assistant Professor
rank open at Michigan State University in the Department of Entomology.  

Assistant Professor - Quantitative Insect Ecologist
Department of Entomology, Michigan State University

The Department of Entomology at Michigan State University seeks candidates
for a tenure-system position (9 months) in Quantitative Insect Ecology at
the Assistant Professor rank. We seek candidates with expertise in modeling
at genomic, population, community and/or landscape scales, quantitative
analysis of spatial and temporal data, or other related fields of study that
include a strong quantitative modeling component associated with insects and
their relatives.  The appointee will be expected to build a nationally
prominent research program, as well as contribute to undergraduate and
graduate teaching and service.

The MSU Department of Entomology is a vibrant, growing,
internationally-recognized department committed to interdisciplinary
research, teaching and extension at local, regional, national and
international levels.  Our programs encompass basic and applied research on
insects in diverse systems including agricultural/forestry,
medical/veterinary, aquatic as well as a diversity of other ecosystems. 
Further, faculty in the department have strong ties to the Ecology,
Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior program, the BEACON NSF Center for the
Study of Evolution in Action, the NSF-funded KBS Long Term Ecological
Research program, and other interdisciplinary programs across campus. The
Department of Entomology includes 30 faculty, 40 graduate students, and 30
undergraduate majors and minors, with diverse interests spanning the
spectrum from fundamental to applied studies. 

Responsibilities:  The position includes research (75%) and teaching (25%).
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally and
internationally recognized research program by securing competitive external
funding, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and recruiting and mentoring
graduate students. A collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to
research and problem solving with other scientists is expected.  The
successful candidate will teach an annual course related to quantitative
insect ecology and an additional graduate or seminar course related to their
research expertise on a biennial basis. They will also be expected to be
active in department and university service, and professional service and
outreach.

Qualifications: Required: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Entomology,
Ecology, Statistics, or a related discipline; demonstrated training and
expertise in quantitative techniques in entomological, ecological and/or
biological sciences; and a record of scholarly activities in their field
demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and evidence of successfully
funding research. Preferred: Postdoctoral and teaching experience with
demonstrated expertise in integrating multiple areas of quantitative
analysis and modeling.

Application:  Review of applications will begin March 1, 2016 and will
continue until a suitable candidate is selected.  Applicants should submit a
single PDF document that includes 1) a cover letter explaining their
interest and suitability for the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement
of research experience and future directions (2 pages), 4) statement of
teaching experience and approach (2 pages), and 5) names and contact
information of three professional references.  Applicants can apply for this
position at https://jobs.msu.edu, posting #2667).  Inquiries can be directed
to Dr. Eric Benbow, Search Committee Chair, by email (ben...@msu.edu).

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed
to achieving excellence through cultural diversity.  The university actively
encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color,
veterans and persons with disabilities.  

[ECOLOG-L] Faculty Position in Insect Physiology/Chemical Ecology at Michigan State University

[M. Eric Benbow]

There is an open tenure system faculty position at the Assistant Professor
rank open at Michigan State University in the Department of Entomology.  

Insect Physiologist/Chemical Ecologist

Department of Entomology, Michigan State University

The Department of Entomology at Michigan State University (MSU) invites
applications for a tenure-system position (9 months) in insect
physiology/chemical ecology at the Assistant Professor rank. We seek
candidates with expertise in the area of insect physiology or chemical
ecology, and experience and interest in using molecular and genomic
approaches to address fundamental questions in model insects, disease
vectors, agriculture or urban pests.

The MSU Department of Entomology is a vibrant, growing, internationally
recognized department committed to interdisciplinary research, teaching and
extension at local, regional, national and international levels.  Our
programs encompass basic and applied research on insects in diverse systems
including agricultural/forestry, medical/veterinary, aquatic and other
ecosystems. The successful candidate is expected to develop a nationally and
internationally recognized research program that will strengthen and
complement the current programs in the department.  Areas of interest
include, but are not limited to, insect/microbe interactions, sensory
neurophysiology and behavior, plant/insect/parasite tritrophic interactions,
feeding and reproductive behaviors, and evolution of physiological
processes, ideally synthesizing approaches across molecular, cellular and/or
whole organismal levels.  The Department of Entomology includes 30 faculty,
40 graduate students, and 30 undergraduate majors and minors, with diverse
interests spanning the spectrum from applied to fundamental studies.

Responsibilities: The position includes research (75%) and teaching (25%).
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally and
internationally recognized research program supported by competitive
external funding, to publish high impact research, and to effectively mentor
graduate/undergraduate students. A collaborative and multidisciplinary
approach to solving important emerging problems with other scientists is
expected.  The successful candidate will teach an annual graduate-level
course on insect physiology or chemical ecology rotated with an additional
graduate or seminar course on a biennial basis. He/she is also expected to
be active in departmental and university service, and professional
activities and outreach.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Entomology or a related
discipline and a strong track record of accomplishments. Demonstrated
training and expertise in integrative approaches (from molecules to
behavior/from genes to functional genomics) in insect physiology or chemical
ecology is required. Applications should also have a record of scholarly
activities in their field demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and
gaining funding for their research. Postdoctoral experience and experience
in teaching in a classroom setting are preferred.

Applications: Review of applications will begin March 1, 2016 and continue
until a suitable candidate is selected.  Applicants should submit a single
PDF document that includes 1) a cover letter explaining their interest and
suitability for the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of
research experience and future directions (2 pages), 4) a statement of
teaching experience and approach (1 page), and 5) names and contact
information of three professional references. Applicants can apply for this
position at http://jobs.msu.edu/ (posting #2666). Inquiries can be directed
to Dr. Ke Dong, Search Committee Chair, by email (do...@msu.edu).

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed
to achieving excellence through cultural diversity.  The university actively
encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color,
veterans and persons with disabilities.  

[ECOLOG-L] 2016 NC Invasive Plant Council Annual Symposium Abstract Deadline Approaching

[Davis, Amy]

Hello,

This is a friendly reminder that the deadline (Jan. 29, 2016) to submit
abstracts for oral or poster presentations for the 2016 North Carolina
Invasive Plant Council Annual Symposium is approaching. We welcome
submissions regarding any topic dealing with invasive plant species, such
as outreach/education, management and research.



The symposium will be held March 10th-11th at the Catawba College,
Salisbury, NC.



For more information please visit our website:



http://nc-ipc.weebly.com/call-for-abstracts.html



Feel free to contact me with any questions: davis@epa.gov





Cheers,



Amy J. Davis, Ph.D

Program Chair

[ECOLOG-L] Freshwater Research Fellowship at UMich Biostation

[Alicia Farmer]

The University of Michigan Biological Station (UMBS) is pleased to offer
the Project CLEAR Fund Fellowship for summer 2016: http://goo.gl/joZy6w

ELIGIBILITY: Graduate or undergraduate students who will conduct
 independent research on freshwater ecosystems (e.g. water quality
improvement, ecosystem protection or stewardship, or freshwater
sustainability); involve/engage local communities in their
research/research findings; and enroll concurrently in 1 summer session
field class (http://lsa.umich.edu/umbs/students/courses) at UMBS (tuition
support provided).

SUPPORT: This fellowship provides room, board, tuition support, research
fees and supplies at UMBS. The Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council is
participating with UMBS to help fellows find and engage appropriate
communities.

TO APPLY: Send resume and letter of interest to UMBS Associate Director
Karie Slavik, sla...@umich.edu.

DEADLINE: Friday, February 15, 2016.

-- 
Alicia Farmer, Communications Coordinator
University of Michigan Biological Station
734-764-5212

www.lsa.umich.edu/umbs/

 
   

[ECOLOG-L] Summer 2016 REU at the Pymatuning Lab of Ecology

[Corinne Richards-Zawacki]

The Richards-Zawacki lab at the University of Pittsburgh invites
undergraduate applicants for a 10-week summer research experience at the
Pymatuning Lab of Ecology in northwestern Pennsylvania
(http://www.biology.pitt.edu/facilities/pymatuning). This position is part
of the National Science Foundation's Research Experiences for Undergraduates
(REU) program. Ongoing work in the Richards-Zawacki lab aims to clarify the
relationship between climate and the dynamics of chytridiomycosis, a fungal
disease that threatens amphibian populations on several continents. The
successful applicant will design and carry out a study using physical models
deployed in the field to investigate differences in the thermal biology of
co-occurring amphibian hosts and how these differences might translate to
differences in susceptibility to chytridiomycosis. The student will also
work collaboratively with other members of the Richards-Zawacki lab to
survey local amphibians for Batrachochytrium pathogens, the fungi that cause
chytridiomycosis. 

Room and board at the Pymatuning Lab of Ecology will be provided, along with
transportation and a stipend of $500/week. 

To apply, please send a one page personal statement (about your scientific
interests and how this REU will support your professional goals), your
resume or cv, unofficial transcripts, and the names of two professional
references (including title, address, phone number and email address) to Dr.
Cori Richards-Zawacki (cori.zawa...@pitt.edu).  Applications are due March
4, 2016.

Please direct any questions you may have about the program to Dr.
Richards-Zawacki (cori.zawa...@pitt.edu).

[ECOLOG-L] ASLO 2016: SS04: Cyanobacterial patterns and processes across scales

[Alan Wilson]

If you are planning to attend ASLO in Sante Fe this June and study 
cyanobacterial blooms, please consider joining our session. We are especially 
interested in including scientists across career stages with disparate 
expertise. Given the threat that HABs pose to aquatic ecosystems and human 
health, we are encouraging presenters to highlight the management implications 
of their research. Note that the abstract deadline is 2 Feb 2016. If you have 
questions about our session, please let us know. Thanks for spreading the word 
about our session. See you in Santa Fe. Matt and Alan

Session title: SS04: Cyanobacterial patterns and processes across scales: 
implications for water resource management in a changing climate
http://www.sgmeet.com/aslo/santafe2016/sessionschedule.asp?SessionID=SS04

Session description: Global climate change and anthropogenic impacts have 
negatively affected water availability and quality, including the promotion of 
algal blooms.  Cyanobacteria, the primary taxa responsible for freshwater algal 
blooms, pose serious and escalating threats to water quality and animal and 
human health.  Thus, there is a clear, immediate need to utilize data from 
large-scale investigations across time and geographical boundaries to forecast 
future phytoplankton dynamics, including toxic cyanobacterial species, and 
manage our valuable water resources.  This session will include observational, 
experimental, and theoretical research studies that broadly range in time and 
space to elucidate the biogeochemical, ecological, molecular, and climatic 
factors mediating cyanobacterial dominance in a changing climate.  The 
management implications of each study will be emphasized.

Session chairs:
Matt Waters, Valdosta State University, mwat...@valdosta.edu
Alan Wilson, Auburn University, wil...@auburn.edu

Abstract submission deadline: 2 Feb 2016
Registration: http://sgmeet.com/aslo/santafe2016/submission_overview.asp ?

[ECOLOG-L] Cary Institute REU Program in Translational Ecology - Summer 2016

[Alan Berkowitz]

Greetings from the Cary Institute!



We are pleased to offer our Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
program for the 29th year in 2016. The theme of the program is *Translational
Ecology for Undergraduates**:* See: www.caryinstitute.org/reu.html.



Your help in sharing this information with students interested in doing
independent research in our unique setting would be very much appreciated.
Program details follow. A flyer for posting is available upon request.



Thank you.



Alan Berkowitz, Ph.D.

Head of Education and Cary REU Program Director





*Translational Ecology:  Independent Research in Ecology for Undergraduates
*

*Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Millbrook, New York*



Ten undergraduate students will join the Cary Institute research community
in 2016 to:



· Be a part of an exciting research community, working closely with
leading ecologists

· Design and complete a research project using state-of-the-art
facilities

· Exchange ideas with a diverse group of students and scientists

· Learn how to translate ecology for policy, management and the
public

· Publish results in our online *Cary Institute Undergraduate
Research Report*

· Explore how ecological research impacts society



The program emphasizes the community nature of the scientific enterprise,
fosters reflection and builds self confidence and skills. To complement
their mentored research, students have many chances to interact, give and
receive feedback and support, and participate in a rich assortment of
enrichment activities, workshops and field trips around the theme of
translational ecology.



*Dates*:   May 23 to August 12, 2016 (12 weeks)

*Eligibility*:Undergraduate freshmen, sophomores, juniors or first
semester seniors. Must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or
its possessions.

*Stipend:   *$6,300 stipend, plus a $900 food allowance and free
housing in Bacon Flats Lodge.

*Other support*:  Assistance is available for travel to and from the
program as well.





*Projects for 2016:*



· Hudson River habitats in a changing world

· Drivers of mammal patch occupancy in a temperate northeastern
forest

· Ecosystem regulation of mosquitoes and disease risk

· What, if anything, controls tick populations and tick-borne
disease?

· Lakes in a changing global environment

· The effects of contaminants on stream ecosystem structure and
function

· Ecological patterns of an infectious fungal pathogen of amphibians

· Songbird behavioral ecology: How do veeries use their songs to
communicate?

· Eavesdropping behavior and social information use in songbirds

· Investigating people’s ideas about ecosystems

· Identifying indirect effects and interactions of invasive forest
pests



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[ECOLOG-L] "Extreme Research" fieldwork

[David Inouye]

An article in Nature's Careers section, on "Extreme Research" 
fieldwork, some of which is ecological.


http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/science/articles/10.1038/nj7585-243a