[ECOLOG-L] Quick and dirty field tests?
Hello and sorry for cross posting! I'm working on a manual for on-farm demonstration research. It is designed to promote farmer directed research. One thing we are considering is putting together 'research kits' that the farmers can sign out. I'd like to have a little binder with a bunch of handy quick and dirty tests (similar to soil texturing by feel) that farmers can conduct with little/no equipment or expense. Maybe for mineral deficiencies, toxicity, pH, compaction. ?? If you have any gems up your sleeve could you forward them to me? Also any references or descriptions of how to conduct, how to interpret etc would be really appreciated!! Please respond to me at ctara...@mtu.edu Thanks so much for your help! Catherine Tarasoff, PhD., P.Ag.
[ECOLOG-L] Developing your research - manual?
Hello Eco-loggers: I've been charged with developing a manual for local farmers who want to conduct their own on-farm research, with out support from research scientists. The manual has to be simplistic in nature but comprehensive in scope. I would like each section to have a worksheet or activity for the farmer. I'm wondering if any of you have developed a 'designing your research project' type manual or series of activities for students? I'm looking for a two things - the first is something that is 'thought provoking'...or, brainstorming for one (to get the farmer thinking about the possibilities). The second would be actually designing the research - keeping in mind that most farmers are not likely to replicate or have access to statistical software. If you have anything that you'd be willing to share - could you send it to me off-list? My email is ctara...@mtu.edu Thanks so much! Catherine
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Scientist Residency Opportunity for Spring 2016
Dear Eco-loggers: I am currently finishing up a 2-week residency at PLAYA! It has been fabulous! The opportunity to commit 2 weeks to uninterrupted thought and connection to my work has been immensly beneficial (manuscript almost done!!) I encourage you to consider applying! Did i mention the delicious food!? Feel free to email me if you have any questions!! All the best, Catherine On Sat, Aug 8, 2015 at 9:14 AM, Deborah Ford deborahf...@playasummerlake.org wrote: DEADLINE: September 1: 2015 Residency for Scientists, Artists, Writers and more at PLAYA PLAYA, in south central Oregon, is a retreat for creative individuals who are committed and passionate about their work and who will benefit from time spent in a remote location. PLAYA offers seclusion and quiet in a natural environment and the opportunity for interaction, if desired, with a cohort of residents and the local rural community. A residency provides the time and space to create substantive work or to research and reflect upon one’s creative or scientific processes. PLAYA’s residencies are open to artists, scientists, naturalists, and individuals engaged in forms of creative research. PLAYA welcomes a range of applicants--from emerging to professionals with an established history of accomplishment. Residencies are awarded for 2, 4, 6, or 8 weeks and include housing, work or studio space, and twice weekly group dinners at NO CHARGE. There is a $35 application fee for individuals ($70 for collaborative teams) to cover administrative costs. For more information visit our website at www.playasummerlake.org. Applications are now open with a deadline of September 1, 2015. Deborah Ford Executive Director Playa 47531 Highway 31 Summer Lake, OR 97640 541-943-3983 www.playasummerlake.org PLAYA's Mission On the edge of the Great Basin, PLAYA offers creative individuals the space, the solitude and the community to reflect and to engage their work through its residency program. PLAYA supports innovative thinking through work in the arts, literature, natural sciences and other fields of creative inquiry and encourages dialogue between disciplines to bring positive change to the environment and the world. PLAYA is a 501(c) 3 tax-exempt organization and all contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. -- Catherine Tarasoff - Invasive Plant Ecologist, PhD., P.Ag Research Scientist Adjunct Professor School of Forest Res. and Env. Sci. Dept of Natural Resources Michigan Technological UniversityThompson Rivers University 1400 Townsend Drive 900 McGill Road Houghton, MI Kamloops, BC ctara...@mtu.edu
[ECOLOG-L] PhD. position in Restoration Ecology
PhD position in Restoration Ecology Michigan Technological University A fully funded (4-years) PhD position is available for a highly motivated and qualified individual to research in the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science at Michigan Technological University (MTU). The student has the opportunity to work on project investigating the creation of fertile islands. In particular, founder effects, diversity, community structure and rates of recruitment within denuded grassland ecosystems. Desirable qualifications in the applicant include a masters degree in Ecology, Botany, Forestry, or other biology related field. A strong background or interest in field based research, teaching, experimental design and statistics is highly desired. Additionally, the student must be confident and meticulous in the use of a dichotomous key. Partial support of the students stipend will come from TAing Vegetation of North America in the Fall semester. The student will be responsible for 2-3 lab sections/week. The quality of life for MTU students is outstanding. MTU is located in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on the South Shore of Lake Superior. The region is dominated by publicly-owned forests, and is rated as a great place for outdoor adventure (see National Geographic Adventure Magazine). MTU is in Houghton, Michigan and is a small community with all the characteristics of such (safe, inexpensive, friendly). The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Sciences was recently ranked No. 1 in Faculty Scholarly Productivity by The Chronicle of Higher Education (a popular U.S. newspaper for academics). The schools faculty members were also ranked No. 1 in the number of forestry journal citations by a study published in the Journal of Forestry. Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please send a cover letter that states your research interests and provides names and contact information for three references. Also include your curriculum vitae and any evidence of scholarly activity (ie - publications). Please email (no phone calls please) all application material to Dr. Catherine Tarasoff (ctara...@mtu.edu). Suitable candidates will be required to apply to the graduate program within the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Sciences (free of charge).
[ECOLOG-L] Desperately seeking ..... quackgrass seed
Hello Ecologgers: Please respond off list if you have a handful of spare quackgrass (Elymus repens / Agropyron repens / Elytrigia repens) seed. Or, know of a source to purchase. I am conducting a competition study and need about 1000 seeds. Thanks! Catherine -- --- Catherine Tarasoff, PhD. – Assistant Professor Weed Science - Invasive Plant Ecology School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science Department of Biological Sciences 1400 Townsend Drive Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI 49931 906-487-2396 ctara...@mtu.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistantship in Integrated Pest Management
A graduate research assistantship at the PhD. level is available in the Invasive Plant Ecology Laboratory of Dr. Tarasoff at the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University. The successful applicant will lead an Integrated Pest Management project studying the use of the Wetblade^® (http://www.diamondmowers.com/) to control Canada thistle and common reed along roadways. The goals of the project are to reduce herbicide use, drift, applicator exposure and environmental contamination while improving invasive species control. As the project is experiment-based, field work will be required in the St.Paul/Minneapolis region. However, it is expected that the student will develop complementary greenhouse experiments. A background in forestry, botany, ecology, weed science, plant physiology or agronomy is desirable; as well as, the application of statistical methods. Proficiency in spoken and written English is a necessity. Michigan Tech is one of the Nation’s premier Forestry and Environmental Science Universities. The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science has been ranked **fourth in the nation* http://www.academicanalytics.com/TopSchools/TopPrograms.aspx#9* for scholarly productivity among forestry schools, and *first in North America* http://saf.publisher.ingentaconnect.com/content/saf/jof/2006/0104/0005/art5 based on citations per faculty member. Michigan Tech is located in the snowbelt (200” annual snowfall) of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on the south shore of Lake Superior. Michigan Tech is in the small town of Houghton, which was rated as one of the top 10 U.S. adrenaline outposts by National Geographic Adventure Magazine http://www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/0107/trips_5.html and boasts excellent skiing, hiking, kayaking and mountain biking. Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The ideal start dates are May 1 or September1, 2009. Benefits include a monthly stipend and tuition waiver. Interested applicants are encouraged to send a letter stating your interest in the program and a CV to Dr. Tarasoff via email at ctara...@mtu.edu. mailto:ctara...@mtu.edu. -- --- Catherine Tarasoff, PhD. – Assistant Professor Weed Science - Invasive Plant Ecology School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science Department of Biological Sciences 1400 Townsend Drive Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI 49931 906-487-2396 ctara...@mtu.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Graduate Research Assistantship in Invasion Ecology
graduate research assistantship at the M.S./PhD. level is available in the Invasive Plant Ecology Laboratory of Dr. Tarasoff at the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University. The successful applicant will lead a project studying the movement of invasive species along Great Lake shorelines. As the project is experiment-based, extensive field work will be required. However, it is expected that the student will develop complimentary greenhouse experiments. A background in forestry, botany, community ecology, ecosystem modeling, aquatic ecology, weed science, or agronomy is desirable; as well as, an interest in the application of statistical methods, spatial modeling and applied ecology. Proficiency in spoken and written English is a necessity. Michigan Tech is one of the Nation’s premier Forestry and Environmental Science Universities. The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science has been ranked *fourth in the nation* for scholarly productivity among forestry schools, and *first in North America* based on citations per faculty member. Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The ideal start date is September 1, 2009 but other dates will be considered. Interested applicants are encouraged to send a letter stating your interest in the program and a resume to Dr. Tarasoff by email at ctara...@mtu.edu. mailto:%20ctara...@mtu.edu. -- --- Catherine Tarasoff – Invasive Plant Ecologist School of Forest Resources and Environmental Sciences Department of Biological Sciences 1400 Townsend Drive Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI 49931 906-487-2396 ctara...@mtu.edu
[ECOLOG-L] M.Sc. Graduate Research Assistantship in Invasive Plant Ecology and Biofuels
A graduate research assistantship at the M.Sc. level is available in the Invasive Plant Ecology Laboratory of Dr. Catherine Tarasoff at the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan Technological University. The successful applicant will lead a project studying the legacy effect of invasive plant competition on biomass production and subsequent economic returns of the biofuel crop switchgrass. Field work will be conducted locally and at a partner research facility approximately 3 hrs drive. As the project is experiment-based, extensive field work is expected. However, it is also expected that the student will research and develop complimentary greenhouse experiments. A background in forestry, botany, community ecology, weed science, or agronomy is desirable; as well as, an interest in the application of statistical methods and applied ecology. Proficiency in spoken and written English is a necessity. Michigan Tech is one of the Nation’s premier Forestry and Environmental Science Universities. The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science has been ranked *fourth in the nation* http://www.academicanalytics.com/TopSchools/TopPrograms.aspx#9 for scholarly productivity among forestry schools, and *first in North America* http://saf.publisher.ingentaconnect.com/content/saf/jof/2006/0104/0005/art5 based on citations per faculty member. Michigan Tech is located in the snowbelt (200” annual snowfall) of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula on the south shore of Lake Superior. Michigan Tech is in the small town of Houghton, which was rated as one of the top 10 U.S. adrenaline outposts by National Geographic Adventure Magazine http://www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/0107/trips_5.html and boasts excellent skiing, hiking, kayaking and mountain biking. Consideration of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The ideal start date is July 1, 2009 but other dates will be considered. Interested persons should send a cover letter, GRE scores, one-page statement of professional interests, curriculum vitae including names and contact information for three references, and any other relevant materials to Dr. Tarasoff by email at ctara...@mtu.edu. mailto:%20ctara...@mtu.edu. -- Catherine Tarasoff – Invasive Plant Ecologist School of Forest Resources and Environmental Sciences 1400 Townsend Drive Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI 49931 906-487-2396 ctara...@mtu.edu
Roadside invasive species mapped?
I am looking for anyone who might have an accessible GIS dataset for invasive species along roadways. In particular, roadways that are mowed regularly. Please email me directly at [EMAIL PROTECTED] to discuss further. Thanks for your help!! Catherine Tarasoff, PhD. - Invasive Plant Ecologist School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI 906-487-2396
