[MARMAM] Google Ocean Posting Opportunity for Marine Mammal Scientists
I have just started a position working with Sylvia Earle on her Deep Search Foundation (http://deepdeep.org/) and want to touch base with you all regarding a project I have been assigned to. The Deep Search Foundation was created to promote the exploration and protection of our ocean. To do this we have formed a partnership with Google, Inc., and I have been put to the task of working with researchers, educators and academics to post current knowledge and research onto the OCEAN in Google Earth platform. This project isn't limited to the deep sea - we're also covering coastlines, wetlands, marshes, etc. http://earth.google.com/ I would like to show you how our posting system works and demonstrate how easy it is to capture the work you/your students are conducting in a living wiki-style environment. Once your research is posted you would be sharing your work on a global scale - perhaps a good way to get others interested, fulfill an educational component to a grant or even obtain future funding! You will be able to edit your work as new discoveries are made and upload new images/videos as technologies improve. Please let me know if you are interested in learning more, by sending me an email – sadiew...@gmail.com . If you haven't already taken a look at Google Earth, please go ahead and download the latest version (5.0) and turn on the 'Explore the Ocean' layer under 'Ocean' to see what we have been up to. You can also dive into the ocean, (make sure you have the terrain layer on!), in areas like Monterey Bay, Hawaii, and the Galapagos! Looking forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Sadie Waddington Department of Geography San Francisco State University -- ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] last call for posters for Quebec ecological modeling workshop
The Ecological Modeling for Marine Mammalogists workshop will follow on the very successful 2005 workshop Application of GIS and Spatial-Temporal Modeling for Marine Mammal Science and Management, and will represent the fifth Biennial workshop devoted to modeling. There is tremendous interest in applying statistical modeling techniques to the quantitative assessment of marine mammal distribution and habitat use, and our workshop seeks to explore both traditional and the latest methodologies. Our goal is to bring together practitioners that can share their experience with various approaches to ecological modeling by addressing topics ranging from collecting data, selecting the appropriate model, evaluating the model's results, and applying those results in a management scenario. The workshop format will consist of formal presentations followed by extended discussions during which particular methodologies can be fully explored by all participants. In 2005, we introduced the Project Forum wherein students and less experienced researchers presented their projects and discussed the statistical challenges they are facing with an expert panel. We plan to bring this useful forum back in 2009 so that participants of all skill levels can benefit from the workshop. As space is limited, please register.. CALL FOR PROJECT FORUM POSTERS We are accepting abstracts (Max 300 words) for posters outlining research that addresses applications of statistical tools and modeling approaches for marine mammals. These posters will be used in a session, as described above, where other researchers, including the workshop organizers can supply feedback or advice. We also welcome posters that present projects that discuss innovative tool and/or model development. PLEASE NOTE: If you have a spatial/GIS/modeling-related poster in the regular conference that is pertinent to this workshop you can also present it at this workshop. Please send abstracts by Sept. 14 to Ellen Hines at ehi...@sfsu.edu -- Ellen Hines, PhD Associate Professor Department of Geography and Human Environmental Studies San Francisco State University 1600 Holloway Ave San Francisco, CA 94132 ehi...@sfsu.edu bss.sfsu.edu/ehines ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] First call for proposals for IMCC presentations/posters (apologies for cross postings)
Please go to www.conbio.org/IMCC IMPORTANT DATES 1st Call for oral presentations, speed presentations, and posters: 1 September - 15 October 2008, decisions by 30 November 2008 2nd Call for 1500 word submissions (for submissions accepted at the first call only): 1 December 2008 - 15 January 2009, decisions by 1 February 2009 Early bird registration: 15 November 2008 – 15 February 2009 CRITERIA FOR SELECTION We encourage proposals from individuals or groups involved in cutting edge conservation science or practice who can demonstrate an alignment with the goals of the Society for Conservation Biology and the SCB Marine Section, which are: * Conservation Science: The scientific research and knowledge needed to understand and conserve biological diversity is identified, funded, completed, disseminated and applied to research, management and policy. * Conservation Management: Conservation practitioners and managers are provided the scientific information and recommendations needed to conserve biological diversity at all scales. * Policy: Policy decisions of major international conventions, governments, organizations, and foundations, are effectively informed and improved by the highest quality scientific counsel, analysis, and recommendations so as to advance the conservation of biological diversity. * Education: Education, training, and capacity building programs are identified, strengthened, and developed to inform the public, education leaders, and support current and future generations of conservation scientists and practitioners. Individuals may submit more than one proposal; however, no individual may give more than one presentation in the following categories: symposium, workshop, oral presentation, speed presentation, or poster. Reviewers have access to the entire abstract except the names of the presenters. To increase the probability that your abstract will be accepted, and in your preferred format, please consider the following criteria carefully: 1. scientific merit 2. application to marine conservation/management 3. relevance to chosen theme/cross-cutting issue(s) 4. relevance to IMCC theme (“From science to management and policy”) 5. clarity of presentation (e.g. abstract begins with a clear statement of an issue and ends with a substantive conclusion) Please note: We do require that all presenters register for the IMCC by the end of early bird registration: 15 February 2009. TRAVEL GRANTS To encourage international and student participation, we will offer the opportunity to apply for grants to offset travel and other expenses. Please go to the following website: http://www2.cedarcrest.edu/imcc/travel_award.html MENTORING PROGRAM To encourage participation of members whose first language is not English, we will offer a mentoring service for participants who wish to submit abstracts for oral, speed or poster presentations. If you want to take advantage of this mentoring program, simply submit an abstract according to the standard guidelines; indicate that English is not your first language, and that you would like your abstract to be mentored. Instructions will be sent to your email address after you submit your abstract online. A mentor will contact you and provide guidance on grammar and clarity of writing. The mentor also will ensure that the abstract meets the technical criteria for submission. Note that it is NOT the role of the mentor to provide scientific guidance, or to write the abstract. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Please email [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Ellen Hines, PhD Chair, Scientific Program, IMCC Associate Professor Department of Geography and Human Environmental Studies San Francisco State University 1600 Holloway Ave San Francisco, CA 94132 [EMAIL PROTECTED] bss.sfsu.edu/ehines ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Society for Conservation Biology Marine Section Call for Board nominations
apologies for repeated postings Marine Section Call for Nominations Membership on the Board of Directors, Marine Section, Society for Conservation Biology: The Board of Directors of the Marine Section, Society for Conservation Biology (SCB), seeks nominations for five Board positions in two categories: Category 1: These three positions are new positions based on by-law changes approved by Section members and will be filled as soon as the election process is complete. Persons elected will become voting Board members immediately upon election. The terms of service for these two positions will expire 31 December 2010. Category 2: Two additional positions will become vacant on 31 December 2007. Individuals elected to the two latter positions will serve from 1 January 2008 until 31 December 2010. Persons elected will be welcomed to serve as ex officio Board members prior to 1 January 2008, but will not become voting Board members until 1 January 2008. Self-nominations are welcomed. Nominations are due by 12 April 2007. When submitting nominations, PLEASE SPECIFY FOR WHICH CATEGORY OF POSITION #1 or #2 YOU ARE PROVIDING YOUR NOMINATION. Elections will be held in April/May 2007. The Board enthusiastically encourages nomination of highly motivated energetic individuals with a strong interest in building the Marine Section as a strong component of SCB. We are also planning a Marine Section meeting in Washington DC in early 2009 and welcome your contribution to that major event. We are particularly interested in nomination of candidates who will contribute to the geographic, ethnic, and gender diversity of the Board. With regard to geography, we are particularly interested in the nomination of qualified candidates that reside outside of North America. Please check out our webpage at: http://www.conbio.org/Sections/Marine/ Nominees must be current SCB members in good standing. Nominations should be accompanied by a brief statement of interest with regard to service on the Board (250 words maximum). The statements of interest will appear on the election ballot. Nominations should not be offered without the prior consent of the nominee. Nominations and supporting statements should be sent by email to Ellen Hines at [EMAIL PROTECTED] The current Board of Directors is as follows: President: Ellen Hines, San Francisco State University, San Francisco, California, USA. Term of service expires 31 December 2007. Member: John Cigliano, Cedar Crest College, Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA. Term of service expires 31 December 2007. Member: Phaedra Dukakis, Pew Institute for Ocean Science. Term of service expires 31 December 2008. Member: Amber Himes, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, San Diego, California, USA. Term of service expires 31 December 2008. Member: Anne Salomon, Marine Science Institute, University of California – Santa Barbara, USA. Term of service expires 31 December 2009. Member: Chris Parsons, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, USA. Term of service expires 31 December 2009. Thanks to all for your participation and interest in the SCB Marine Section! Yours sincerely Ellen Hines Marine Section President Ellen Hines, PhD Visiting Professor Moss Landing Marine Labs Moss Landing, CA (831) 771-4441 [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
