The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) is now accepting applications for the NIMBioS sponsored Investigative Workshop: Modeling White Nose Syndrome in Bats, to be held June 29 - July 1, 2009 at NIMBioS.
Topic: Modeling White Nose Syndrome in Bats at the Individual and Colony Levels: Epizootiology and Management Organizers: Thomas G. Hallam and Gary F. McCracken, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Location: NIMBioS at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Objectives: The epizootiology of White Nose Syndrome (WNS) in bats is best described as partially understood. Indeed, there are uncertainties and questions about the pathogenesis of the disease although it is understood that the fungi Geomyces sp. play a significant role in the onset and progression of the disease. The purpose of this meeting is to develop modeling directions to help assist in the understanding of the temporal and spatial scales, the pathology, and the physiology of bats during WNS stress and ultimately to lead to managed control of the disease. For more information about the workshop and a link to the online application form, go to http://www.nimbios.org/announcements/WS_Bats. Application deadline: Friday, May 29, 2009. NIMBioS Investigative Workshops involve 30-40 participants, focus on a broad topic or a set of related topics, attempt to summarize/synthesize the state of the art and identify future directions, and have potential for leading to one or more future Working Groups <http://www.nimbios.org/workinggroups/working_groups.html>. Participation is open (but numbers are limited), so individuals with a strong interest in the topic are encouraged to apply. Post-docs and graduate students are eligible to apply. If needed, NIMBioS can provide support (travel, meals, lodging) for Workshop attendees. For more information, e-mail [email protected].
