[ECOLOG-L] Occupancy modeling - advanced course - Blacksburg, VA - NEW DATES
Hi All, Please be advised that the dates for the advanced occupancy modeling workshop, to be held in Blacksburg, VA in October, has been changed from that previously notified over ECOLOG. The new dates are: Occupancy modeling - advanced course: 22-25 October 2018 The beginner/intermediate course will still proceed on the same dates as previously advertised (15-19 October). For more details go to: https://www.proteus.co.nz/courses Cheers Darryl
[ECOLOG-L] Wanted: Fixed-term Research Assistant - Dunedin, NZ
Apologies for any cross postings. Feel free to distribute to anyone you think might be interested. - Proteus (https://www.proteus.co.nz) have a Fixed-term Research Assistant position available to work on a wildlife population modelling project. The period of work is 1 Nov 2018 - 1 June 2019, and involve approximately 800 hours of work. Most of the work will have to be completed before 28 Feb 2019, so would suit someone looking for full-time (austral) summer employment, and part time during the academic year. There is some flexibility on place of work, although the expectation is that the successful applicant will be based at the Proteus office for at least 50% of the time. For more details go to: https://www.proteus.co.nz/about-us/vacancies/
[ECOLOG-L] Introductory and advanced occupancy modeling courses | Oct. 2018, VA, USA
Introductory and advanced occupancy modeling courses | Oct. 2018, VA, USA Beginner/intermediate course: 15-19 October 2018 Advanced course: 22-26 October 2018 Occupancy models are a suite of methods that have been developed for examining the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence (e.g., presence/absence) across a region of interest, particularly while account for the imperfect detection of species. They may be used in a wide range of ecological applications, from simply providing a monitoring metric, to investigating relationships between the distribution of a species with environmental variables (i.e., species distribution modelling), or how these change over time. Darryl MacKenzie (http://www.proteus.co.nz/about.php) will be teaching an introductory and advanced workshop on these methods at Blacksburg, Virginia, USA, in October 2018. Each course is 4.5 days long with a course fee of USD$800 per course if registered before 24 September (USD$900 thereafter). A 10% discount is available if registering for both. For more more details got to: https://www.proteus.co.nz/courses
[ECOLOG-L] Occupancy modelling short courses - Australia - Sep/Oct 2018 - Intro and Advanced Courses
Apologies for any cross postings. Occupancy models are a suite of methods that have been developed for examining the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence (e.g., presence/absence) across a region of interest, particularly while account for the imperfect detection of species. They may be used in a wide range of ecological applications, from simply providing a monitoring metric, to investigating relationships between the distribution of a species with environmental variables (i.e., species distribution modelling), or how these change over time. Darryl MacKenzie (http://www.proteus.co.nz/about.php) will be teaching an introductory and advanced workshop on these methods at Newcastle, Australia, in late September/early October 2018. Each course is 4.5 days long with a course fee of AUD$900 per course if registered before 10 August (AUD$1000 thereafter). For more more details go to https://www.proteus.co.nz/courses/
[ECOLOG-L] Workshop announcement - Introduction to estimation and modelling of ecological populations - London, June 2018
*Introduction to estimation and modelling of ecological populations** **Instructors:* Joanne Potts and Darryl MacKenzie *Dates:* 18-22 June 2018 *Location:* Imperial College, London, UK This course is designed for the beginner- and intermediate-level researcher who is wanting a broad overview of available methods for estimating and modelling ecological populations, with an emphasis on abundance-based measures. Methods to be covered include: - Generalised linear models - Study design - Multivariate analyses - Distance sampling - Non-spatial capture-recapture models (closed and open population) - Spatially explicit capture-recapture models (SECR) - Occupancy models *Cost:* The course fee is GBP £500, which includes: - Registration fees - Instruction and course materials *Participants must provide their own laptop computer.** * Class is limited to 25 participants. To register and for more information go to http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses. *Other upcoming workshops offered by Proteus:** *Species distribution/occupancy modelling – Beginner/Intermediate – Scotland, June 2018 Occupancy modelling – Beginner/Intermediate – Australia, September 2018 (registration opening 1 May) Occupancy modelling – Advanced – Australia, October 2018 (registration opening 1 May)
[ECOLOG-L] Species distribution/occupancy modelling workshop
*Species distribution/occupancy modelling short course** * Instructor: Darryl I. MacKenzie Location: Glasgow, Scotland Date: 25-29 June 2018 Cost: GBP 540 course only, GBP 800 course and accommodation The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modeling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Including: - estimating level of occurrence at single point in time - identifying factors that influence species occurrence - creating species distribution maps - modelling changes in distribution over time - study design For more details go to: http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses. About the instructor: Darryl MacKenzie is an internationally renowned biometrician, and was first author of the seminal paper on occupancy modelling while accounting for imperfect detection (MacKenzie et al., 2002), and many subsequent papers on the general topic. He is also lead author of the recently released second edition of Occupancy Estimation and Modeling.
[ECOLOG-L] Occupancy Modelling Course - New Zealand
Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Darryl I. MacKenzie About the instructor:**Darryl MacKenzie <http://www.proteus.co.nz/about.php> is an internationally renowned biometrician, and was first author of the seminal paper on occupancy modelling while accounting for imperfect detection (MacKenzie et al., 2002), and many subsequent papers on the general topic. Date: 27 Nov - 1 Dec 2017 Venue: Invermay Agricultural Centre, near Mosgiel, New Zealand Course Fee: NZD$900 before 1 Nov; NZD$1000 thereafter The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This short course will cover many of the latest methods for modelling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. For more details go to: http://www.proteus.co.nz/coursedetails.php?course=20 If coming from further afield, why not stay and attend the SEEM 2017 Conference - Statistics in Ecology and Environmental Monitoring, 6-8 December 2017, Queenstown, New Zealand. http://www.stats.otago.ac.nz/conferences/seem2017/
[ECOLOG-L] Species distribution/occupancy modelling course - University of Guelph - 24-28 August
Second Announcement - apologies for any cross postings Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Darryl I. MacKenzie Date: 24-28 August 2015 Venue: University of Guelph, Guelph Course Fee: CAD$800 before 1 Aug; CAD$850 thereafter The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This short course will cover many of the latest methods for modelling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. For more details go to: http://www.proteus.co.nz/coursedetails.php?course=17
[ECOLOG-L] Occupancy modelling short course - University of Guelph - 24-28 August 2015
Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Darryl I. MacKenzie Date: 24-28 August 2015 Venue: University of Guelph, Guelph Course Fee: CAD$800 before 1 Aug; CAD$850 thereafter The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This short course will cover many of the latest methods for modelling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. For more details go to: http://www.proteus.co.nz/coursedetails.php?course=17
[ECOLOG-L] Second Announcement: Upcoming Species Occurrence/Distribution Modeling Courses in USA
Apologies for any cross postings. Note early-bird registration period ends 1 October! University of California, Davis, California: 20-24 October 2014 University of Wyoming, Laramie, Wyoming: 27-31 October 2014 Instructor: Darryl I. MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Cost: US$800 until 1 October, US$850 thereafter In these courses participants will be instructed in methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence with emphasis on accounting for imperfect detection, with computer exercises in PRESENCE and R. Important issues for study design will also be covered. Additional details and registration available at http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php
[ECOLOG-L] Upcoming Species Occurrence/Distribution Modeling Courses in USA
University of California, Davis, California: 20-24 October 2014 University of Wyoming, Laramie, Wyoming: 27-31 October 2014 Instructor: Darryl I. MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Cost: US$800 until 1 October, US$850 thereafter In these courses participants will be instructed in methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence with emphasis on accounting for imperfect detection, with computer exercises in PRESENCE and R. Important issues for study design will also be covered. Additional details and registration available at http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php
[ECOLOG-L] FINAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Species occurrence modelling short course: Europe, 23-27 June
Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Mediterranean Institute for Advanced Studies Esporles, Mallorca, Spain 23-27 June 2014 Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Cost: 500 Euros if registered before 1 June, 550 Euros thereafter This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or species distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php. Enquiries should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz. -- Interested in attending a workshop on species occurrence/occupancy modelling? Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php for details of upcoming workshops. Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 7 Outram 9062 NEW ZEALAND Email: dar...@proteus.co.nz Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 Website: http://www.proteus.co.nz Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Proteus.WRC
[ECOLOG-L] Species occurrence modelling short course: Europe, 23-27 June
Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Mediterranean Institute for Advanced Studies Esporles, Mallorca, Spain 23-27 June 2014 Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Cost: 500 Euros This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or species distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php. Enquiries should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz. -- Interested in attending a workshop on species occurrence/occupancy modelling? Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php for details of upcoming workshops. Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 7 Outram 9062 NEW ZEALAND Email: dar...@proteus.co.nz Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 Website: http://www.proteus.co.nz Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Proteus.WRC
[ECOLOG-L] Upcoming Occupancy Modelling Short Course in Europe
Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Mediterranean Institute for Advanced Studies Esporles, Mallorca, Spain 23-27 June 2014 Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Cost: 500 Euros This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or species distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php. Enquiries should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz.
[ECOLOG-L] One-day species occurrence modeling course: 10 July, New Mexico. Final announcement
Where a species occurs within a region is an important concept for many areas of ecology (e.g., species distributions, metapopulation studies, habitat modeling) although often a species may go undetected by field surveys resulting in potential false absences. False absences can lead to misleading conclusions about species occurrence. There will be a 1-day course on species occurrence modeling that specifically accounts for imperfect detection held on 10 July, Albuquerque, New Mexico. For more information go to http://www.proteus.co.nz/coursedetails.php?course=10. Regards Darryl MacKenzie
[ECOLOG-L] One-day species occurrence modeling course: 10 July, New Mexico
Where a species occurs within a region is an important concept for many areas of ecology (e.g., species distributions, metapopulation studies, habitat modeling) although often a species may go undetected by field surveys resulting in potential false absences. False absences can lead to misleading conclusions about species occurrence. There will be a 1-day course on species occurrence modeling that specifically accounts for imperfect detection held on 10 July, Albuquerque, New Mexico. For more information go to http://www.proteus.co.nz/coursedetails.php?course=10. Regards Darryl MacKenzie
[ECOLOG-L] Upcoming Occupancy Modeling Workshops in USA and Europe: 2nd announcement
Apologies for any cross postings... Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshops Bozeman, Montana: 17-21 September 2012, USD$750 Sempach, Switzerland: 9-13 October 2012, 500 Euros Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or species distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php. Enquiries should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz.
[ECOLOG-L] Upcoming Species Occurrence Workshops in USA and Europe
Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshops Bozeman, Montana: 17-21 September 2012, USD$750 Sempach, Switzerland: 9-13 October 2012, 500 Euros Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/courses.php. Enquiries should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz.
[ECOLOG-L] Species Occurrence Workshop, Calgary, Canada, 9-13 July 2012: 2nd announcement
Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop 9-13 July 2012 Calgary Zoo, Calgary, Canada Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie Cost: CAD$750 This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html and follow the workshop links. Enquiries should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz. Please note this course coincides with the Calgary Stampede. -- Interested in attending a workshop on species occurrence/occupancy modelling? Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html for details of upcoming workshops. Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 5193 Dunedin 9058 NEW ZEALAND Email: dar...@proteus.co.nz Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 Website: http://www.proteus.co.nz Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Proteus.WRC
[ECOLOG-L] Species Occurrence Workshop, Calgary, Canada, 9-13 July 2012
Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop 9-13 July 2012 Calgary Zoo, Calgary, Canada Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie Cost: CAD$750 This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html and follow the workshop links. Enquiries should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz. Please note this course coincides with the Calgary Stampede. -- Interested in attending a workshop on species occurrence/occupancy modelling? Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html for details of upcoming workshops. Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 5193 Dunedin 9058 NEW ZEALAND Email: dar...@proteus.co.nz Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 Website: http://www.proteus.co.nz Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Proteus.WRC
[ECOLOG-L] Modeling Species Occurrence/Distribution Workshop, 28 Nov - 2 Dec, MD, USA. 2nd announcement
Sorry for any cross-postings... Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop 28 November - 2 December 2011 Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Laurel, Maryland Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Jim Nichols and Jim Hines Cost: US$750 This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html and follow the workshop links. Enquires should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz.
[ECOLOG-L] Modeling Species Occurrence Workshop, 28 Nov - 2 Dec, MD, USA
Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop 28 November - 2 December 2011 Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Laurel, Maryland Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Jim Nichols and Jim Hines Cost: US$750 This course will cover many of the appropriate methods that could be applied to model the patterns and dynamics of species occurrence, or distribution, while accounting for the important field consideration of imperfect species detection. For further details on the course, and to register, visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html and follow the workshop links. Enquires should be directed to dar...@proteus.co.nz.
[ECOLOG-L] Occupancy Modeling Workshop
*Subject: Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop in California* A "Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop" taught by Darryl MacKenzie is being planned for this fall in California. This notice is to gauge attendee interest to help refine dates and location. At present, the 4.5 day workshop will be held the last week of August in Sacramento, California. Course is limited to 20 people. Please see http://www.proteus.co.nz/workshops.html for a complete description of the course and to express your interest (which must be received by August 1, 2011). Course confirmation is contingent upon sufficient interest. Please contact *Darryl MacKenzie* <mailto:dar...@proteus.co.nz>>
[ECOLOG-L] Species Occurrence Modelling Workshop, Vancouver and Quebec, March 2011
Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop Instructor: Darryl I. MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Vancouver, 7-11 March 2011 Quebec, 14-18 March 2011 Vancouver, 21-25 March 2011 Cost: CAD$750 There are still a few spots remaining in these courses. Registration details available from the below link. The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modelling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. For more details visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/workshops.html
[ECOLOG-L] Species Occurrence Modeling Workshop, Fort Collins, CO. 27-30 September 2010
*Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop* Instructor: Darryl I. MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Location: USGS Fort Collins Science Center, Fort Collins, CO Dates: 27 - 30 September 2010 Indicative Cost (to be confirmed): US$700 ($600 for registered students) The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modeling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. For more details visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/workshops.html
[ECOLOG-L] Species Occurrence/Distribution Workshops, USA, December 2009
Apologies for any cross-postings... _ Locations: USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Research Center, Corvallis, Oregon: 1-4 December 2009 USFWS National Training Conservation Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia: 7-11 December 2009 _ The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modelling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. Topics to be covered include: - single-season occupancy models for patterns in species occurrence - multiple-season occupancy models for dynamic of species occurrence - study design and it’s influence on the interpretation of ‘occupancy’ - species co-occurrence models - community-level applications - multi-state occupancy models - integrated modelling of habitat and species occurrence dynamics For more details go to http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html or email dar...@proteus.co.nz - Interested in attending a workshop on species occurrence/occupancy modelling? Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html for details of upcoming workshops. Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 5193 Dunedin NEW ZEALAND Email: dar...@proteus.co.nz Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 http://www.proteus.co.nz
[ECOLOG-L] Species Occurrence and Distribution Short Course - St Andrews, Scotland 9-12 June
Apologies for any cross-postings... A reminder that early bird registration for this course ends 5th May. For details go to http://www.ruwpa.st-and.ac.uk/distance.workshops/occupancy09.html. Cheers Darryl -- Interested in attending a workshop on species occurrence/occupancy modelling? Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html for details of upcoming workshops. Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 5193 Dunedin NEW ZEALAND Email: dar...@proteus.co.nz Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 http://www.proteus.co.nz
[ECOLOG-L] Species Occurrence/Occupancy/Distribution Workshop, 30 March-2 April, WV, USA
Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants, NZ Jim Nichols, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, USA Jim Hines, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, USA Location: Fish and Wildlife Service National Conservation Training Center Shepherdstown, West Virginia Cost: US$760 The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modelling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. Topics to be covered include: - single-season occupancy models for patterns in species occurrence - multiple-season occupancy models for dynamic of species occurrence - study design and it’s influence on the interpretation of ‘occupancy’ - species co-occurrence models - community-level applications - multi-state occupancy models - integrated modelling of habitat and species occurrence dynamics Please note that participants will have to provide they own laptop computer that is capable of running Windows-based software. This workshop is being run by the US FWS where the course is titled /Population Viability Analysis IV: Modeling Occupancy for Conservation/. Interested participants may register via the FWS website (http://doilearn.doi.gov/training/classscheduler/index.cfm?Fuseaction=Home.CourseDetails&intCSCourseID=2490&AddPopularity=1). For enquires about the course please email dar...@proteus.co.nz <mailto:dar...@proteus.co.nz>. -- Interested in attending a workshop on species occurrence/occupancy modelling? Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html for details of upcoming workshops. Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 5193 Dunedin NEW ZEALAND Email: dar...@proteus.co.nz Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 http://www.proteus.co.nz
Species Occupancy/Occurrence/Distribution Workshops - France and Scotland - Early Bird Registration Closes 18 Feb
Apologies for any cross-postings. Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshops Montpellier, France, 25-28 March St Andrews, Scotland, 31 March - 3 April Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Jim Nichols, Jim Hines and Larissa Bailey This is a reminder that early bird registration for these workshops closes on 18 February 2008. Course fees increase by 50 Euros/GBP after this date. In these 4-day workshops we shall cover some of the latest techniques for assessing patterns and dynamics of species occurrence that account for the imperfect detection of the species. For details go to http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html and follow the workshop link. Cheers Darryl
Modelling Species Occurrence Workshops: France and Scotland 2008
Modelling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop Montpellier, France: 25-28 March 2008 Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Jim Nichols and Jim Hines Early Bird Fee (<18 Feb 2008): 730 EUR, 600 EUR for registered students Late Fee (>18 Feb 2008): 780 EUR, 650 EUR for registered students St. Andrews, Scotland: 31 March-3 April 2008 Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Jim Hines and Larissa Bailey Early Bird Fee (<18 Feb 2008): 525GBP, 425 GBP for registered students Late Fee (>18 Feb 2008): 575GBP, 475 GBP for registered students The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept widely used in ecology (e.g., species range or distribution, epidemiology, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, as a monitoring metric, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modelling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. Topics to be covered include: single-season occupancy models for patterns in species occurrence multiple-season occupancy models for dynamic of species occurrence study design and its influence on the interpretation of occupancy species co-occurrence models community-level applications multi-state occupancy models integrated modelling of habitat and species occurrence dynamics To register for the Montpellier course go to: http://www.cefe.cnrs.fr/BIOM/occupancy2008/Default.htm To register for the St Andrews course go to: http://www.creem.st-and.ac.uk/ocs/index.php/occupancy/index/index Participants will have to provide they own laptop computer that is capable of running Windows-based software. For any course enquires please contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Species occurrence/occupancy modeling workshops: May 2007, CO and VT - final reminder
Apologies for any cross-postings. Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO: 16-18 May Univeristy of Vermont, Burlington, VT: 21-23 May Cost: US$550 This is the final reminder for these workshops. There is a limited number of places in both workshops (1 place at CSU). Visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html for workshop details and registration. These are likely to be the only workshops offered in the US in 2007. Participants at the UVM workshop must provide their own laptop. Hope to see you in May! Cheers Darryl MacKenzie
Species Occurrence / Occupancy Workshops, USA 2007
Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshops Instructor: Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Venues: Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO: 16-18 May University of Vermont, Burlington, VT: 21-23 May Cost: US$550 There are still a few (<5) places left in these workshops. For workshop details and registration visit http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html Due to popular demand, an additional workshop will now be conducted in the San Francisco Bay area at PRBO HQ, Pentaluma, CA: 12-14 May. For details of this workshop email Mark Herzog ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). For all other enquires contact Darryl MacKenzie ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshops
Apologies for any cross postings Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop Darryl MacKenzie, Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants Preparations are underway for organizing 2 3-day workshops on modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence (see blurb below). Details are yet to be confirmed, but the workshops will be held during the period 14-25 May, 2007. One workshop will be held at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, and the second will likely be held somewhere within the north-eastern US (possibly NY or VT). Cost is to be confirmed, but should be approx. US$550. Workshops will be strictly limited to 20 participants and these are likely to be the only workshops Darryl will run in the US in 2007. At this time, expressions of interest in the workshops are being called for while details are being finalized. People whom express interest in the workshops will be provided with advanced notice once details are confirmed and registration is open. Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] to register you interest in these workshops. Workshop Description: The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept used widely in ecology (e.g., as a monitoring metric, species range or distribution, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. The workshop fee covers registration, morning and afternoon refreshments. Accommodation and meals are not covered in the workshop fee. While full workshop notes will be provided, the recently published book Occupancy estimation and modeling: inferring patterns and dynamics of species occurrence. will be regularly referred to during the workshop and it is suggested that participants bring along a copy. -- Darryl I. MacKenzie Biometrician Proteus Wildlife Research Consultants PO Box 5193 Dunedin NEW ZEALAND Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone: +64 3 4861168 Mobile: +64 21 773108 http://www.proteus.co.nz
Modeling Species Occurrence Workshops. Boise, ID 25-27 Oct. Portland, OR 1-3 Nov
Apologies for any cross postings. -- Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshops Boise, Idaho: 25-27 October 2006 Portland, Oregon: 1-3 November 2006 Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Jim Nichols*, Jim Hines and Larissa Bailey** The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept used widely in ecology (e.g., as a monitoring metric, species range or distribution, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. There are no formal prerequisites for this course, but participants are expected to have a basic understanding of probability (e.g., coin tossing experiments). Experience with regression, logistic regression and generalized linear models would be particularly beneficial. While aimed primarily at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. The workshop fee is US$550 which covers registration, morning and afternoon refreshments. Registration will close Ocotober 18, 2006 and class size is limited, so register right away. Accommodation and meals are not covered in the workshop fee. While full workshop notes will be provided, the recently published book Occupancy estimation and modeling: inferring patterns and dynamics of species occurrence. will be regularly referred to during the workshop and it is suggested that participants bring along a copy of this book. Note: participants must bring their own laptop for the course which is capable of running Windows-based software. Registration can be made via http://www.batcon.org/news/news_item.asp?NewsID=298. For general inquires about the content of the workshop please email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Registrants will receive workshop details via email prior to the workshops. * Boise workshop only ** Portland workshop only
Modeling Species Occurrence Workshop, 7-9 Aug, Laurel, MD
Apologies for any cross postings... --- Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop 7-9 August 2006 USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center Laurel, Maryland, USA Instructors: D. MacKenzie, J. Nichols, A. Royle, J. Hines and L. Bailey. The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept used widely in ecology (e.g., as a monitoring metric, species range or distribution, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. The workshop fee is US$500 and participants have the option of purchasing the instructors recently published book, Occupancy estimation and modeling: inferring patterns and dynamics of species occurrence. for the discounted price of US$60. For registration details visit http://www.proteus.co.nz, or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Registrations close 1 August 2006.
Modeling Species Occurrence Workshop, 7-9 Aug, Laurel, MD - Addendum
Sorry for the traffic, but it was left out from the recent announcement of the above workshop that computers will not be avilable for the course and participants must bring their own laptop. Also Andy Royle has had to withdraw as an instructor. Darryl MacKenzie Apologies for any cross postings... --- Modeling Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurrence Workshop 7-9 August 2006 USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center Laurel, Maryland, USA Instructors: D. MacKenzie, J. Nichols, A. Royle, J. Hines and L. Bailey. The presence or absence of a species across a set of landscape units is a fundamental concept used widely in ecology (e.g., as a monitoring metric, species range or distribution, habitat modelling, resource selection probability functions, metapopulation studies, biodiversity and species co-occurrence). An important sampling issue, however, is that a species may not always be detected when present at a landscape unit. This will result in "false absences" causing parameter estimates to be biased if unaccounted for, possibly leading to misleading results and conclusions, even with moderate levels of imperfect detection. This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurrence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. The workshop fee is US$500 and participants have the option of purchasing the instructors recently published book, Occupancy estimation and modeling: inferring patterns and dynamics of species occurrence. for the discounted price of US$60. For registration details visit http://www.proteus.co.nz, or email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Registrations close 1 August 2006.
Occupancy Estimation and Modeling Workshop, 31 May - 2 June, TX
Occupancy estimation and modeling workshop 31 May - 2 June 2006 Texas State University San Marcos, Texas Instructors: Darryl MacKenzie, Jim Nichols, Jim Hines and Larissa Bailey Cost: $350 (USD) This workshop will cover many of the latest methods for modeling patterns and dynamics of species occurence in a landscape while accounting for the imperfect detection of the species. Participants will be introduced to available software through worked examples, and there will be special emphasis on aspects of study design. While primarily aimed at the beginner and intermediate level, more experienced researchers will also benefit from attending. Included in the registration fee is a copy of the instructors upcoming book Occupancy Estimation and Modeling: Inferring Patterns and Dynamics of Species Occurence. This workshop is sponsored in part by the Population and Conservation Biology and Wildlife Ecology programs at Texas State University. Registration forms and further details are available from http://www.proteus.co.nz/home.html
