>Research and Fieldwork Opportunities in the Tropical Rainforest of Borneo. > > >A NERC-funded research project investigating mechanisms of >co-existence among tropical tree species urgently requires field >assistants to help with data and sample collections. The project is >based at Sepilok Forest Reserve, in Sabah (Malaysian Borneo). > > >We are working on dipterocarp trees, which dominate the canopies of >Bornean forests, and flower synchronously once every few years. This >dramatic flowering event has just started at Sepilok Forest Reserve, >and is due to continue over the next few months. We require field >assistants to help with the collection and processing of flower >samples. We are particularly keen to hear from trained and >experienced tree climbers, but additionally require assistants to >help with other aspects of the work. > > >There are also opportunities to do MSc or BSc projects based on this >fieldwork. > > >The project can cover travel and accommodation expenses and provide >a small stipend for food. > > >For more information contact Jaboury Ghazoul at ><mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>[EMAIL PROTECTED] >
