Second Call For Papers International Didymosphenia geminata Conference Providence Rhode Island, USA: March 12-13, 2013.
Abstract Submission: The Program Committee invites abstracts for papers and posters. Authors must indicate whether their preferred presentation format is an oral presentation or a poster. Abstracts for all papers and posters must be received by 1 November 2012. All submissions must be made using the format found on the conference website and will include the following information: A brief descriptive title; list of all authors, affiliations, telephone numbers and email addresses; and a summary of your findings using no more than 350 words. Abstract Deadline: 1 November 2012. Conference Information: Didymosphenia geminata is a freshwater diatom (a type of alga, also called didymo) that has become a cause for concern in river systems in North America and internationally. Although historically D. geminata was found in the Northern Hemisphere, in more recent times this species has been noted for nuisance bloom behavior and spread to new locations. Notably, novel detections of D. geminata in rivers across eastern North America, New Zealand and South America have caused concern and have created the need for a management response. In the past five years, researchers, managers, and anglers alike have found interest in D. geminata and all seek to better understand the species. Scientists have interest in gaining knowledge in D. geminata biology, while managers and conservation non-profits are tackling ways to protect water resources and address public concerns, and anglers want to learn how to protect their favorite fishing areas. New research improves our knowledge of the biology, control, outreach and impacts of D. geminata. The purpose of this conference is to share that information. Conference Information: http://www.stopans.org/Didymo_Conference_2013.htm Submit an Abstract: http://www.stopans.org/Didymo_Conference_Submit.htm Register for the Conference: http://didymoconference.eventbrite.com/ Questions: [email protected]
