[ECOLOG-L] Publishing Open Source source
Ecolog: For those interested in starting an on-line journal, ecologyandsociety.org is the primary example of this approach to open source publishing, and the Resilience Alliance offers assistance. Clay-paper journals may reign for the moment, but the trend is toward OS. WT RESILIENCE ALLIANCE OFFERS PEER REVIEW AND PUBLISHING SERVICES The Resilience Alliance, publisher of Ecology and Society (http://www.ecologyandsociety.org) and Avian Conservation and Ecology - Écologie et conservation des oiseaux (http://www.ace-eco.org), is now offering its journal development and journal management and maintenance services to academic societies, government agencies and other interested parties wanting to launch an open access journal or revitalize an existing journal. With our software tools that facilitate online peer review and publication and our experience publishing online journals, we can help you transform your existing journal to an online open access journal, or start up an entirely new journal. Each service agreement is unique, but our service offerings include: 1.. Journal user interface design 2.. Guidance in the development of editorial processes and policies 3.. Hardware and software configuration and training 4.. Arranging journal abstracting and registration with libraries 5.. Hardware and software maintenance 6.. Managing peer review workflow 7.. Managing copy editing and publication 8.. Conversion of published HTML articles to print style PDF format To discuss possible service arrangements or for more detailed information about our journal management services, please contact Michelle Lee at mlee at ecologyandsociety dot org
[ECOLOG-L] How can Digital Library help you?
If you haven't already, please take a moment to complete this survey today at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=wPfcn512Zlpmsju_2b2gegDw_3d_3d to help us better understand how EcoEd Digital Library can be helpful to you. The survey will close on Monday. Thanks to advances in technology, faculty teaching undergraduate ecology can take advantage of digital resources that convey the best scientific findings. ESA seeks to improve the services of its EcoEd Digital Library (EcoEd DL - www.ecoed.net) that serves as a clearinghouse of digital resources such as animations, datasets and photos for undergraduate education in ecology. This survey will guide the development of EcoEd DL. All teaching faculty AND research scientists are invited to participate. You don't need to be an ESA member or current EcoEd DL user to participate. We really appreciate your input. Teresa Mourad Director, Education and Diversity Programs ESA
[ECOLOG-L] Executive Director for habitat restoration non-profit in Oregon
Walama Restoration Project (WRP) is a non profit founded in 2001, and dedicated to environmental stewardship and biological diversity through education and habitat restoration. Walama Restoration Project is seeking an Executive Director to be the lead staff person in tracking and implementing educational programs, leading fundraising activities, building organization capacity, and managing organizational finances and administration under the direction of our Board. The ED will work collaboratively with WRPs Operations Director and will provide organizational support and leadership to WRPs staff. Finally, the ED will publicly promote WRP and provide outreach to funders, volunteers, program partners, the general public, and other community groups. Minimum Qualification Requirements Experience in non profit management or administration (minimum three years experience preferred) Strong grant writing and fundraising development abilities with proven track record Experience coordinating or leading environmental education programs for K-12 students and the general public Excellent leadership, networking, and communication skills Experience facilitating and managing groups of people Demonstrated aptitude in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, as well as other media software such as Publisher, In Design, and Photoshop (webpage design is helpful) Desired Qualifications Experience with non profit budget management Experience designing and developing fundraising activities Excellent at planning, implementing, and coordinating a variety of projects simultaneously. Working knowledge of the flora and ecosystems within the Willamette Valley and its foothills Experience and familiarity with the various approaches to land restoration in the Willamette Valley To read the full job announcement to find out how to apply, please visit: http://www.walamarestoration.org/Executive%20Director_%20Job%20Announcement.pdf
[ECOLOG-L] Haandheld GPS unit for filed work in India
Hi all, I am planning to return to southern India for field work on the slender lorises. I would like to get some advice on purchasing a hand held GPS unit. In the past, I used Germin (don't remember the model #)and did not have much luck under forest cover in cloudy nights. Is there any particular model and brand would you recommend for working in the thick scrub forest, dense forest and in the rain forest? I appreciate any input. Thank you, Kaberi Kaberi Kar Gupta, Ph.D. Biology Department California State University, Fresno CA 93740
