[ECOLOG-L] a vision?
If you had a chance to found and direct a university in a developing, strongly nationalistic country dependent on oil, mining and its biodiversity (ecotourism, indigenous people), what would you have as its curriculum? The university would cover all three fields. How should they influence one another? How much would you involve expats? Would you insist everyone learn English as the lingua franca so their work could receive international attention? What should the role of the internet be? This is not an idle exercise or pie in the sky but one involving a country with serious social needs,willing to make an investment in its future, even in the face of present suffering. Thanks, David Duffy -- Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit Botany University of Hawaii 3190 Maile Way Honolulu Hawaii 96822 USA 1-808-956-8218
[ECOLOG-L] Jobs: 8 Professorships, German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research
I would like to inform you about the recent establishment of the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv). There will be 8 new professorships available, which will be announced in the next issue of Nature. The deadline for the applications is September 15, 2012. We offer competitive packages. The professorships come with 6.5 new positions for the experimental working groups and with 8.5 positions for the theory and the synthesis working groups. We are searching for the brightest biodiversity researchers worldwide, particularly female ones. Thus, we would very much appreciate if you could forward the attached announcement directly to suitable candidates and spread it widely within your networks. Best wishes Helge Bruelheide We proudly announce the foundation of the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) which aims to become a world-class research centre in this emerging field. Its central mission is to promote theory-driven experiments and synthesis and data-driven theory. The concept of iDiv encompasses the detection of biodiversity, understanding its emergence, exploring its consequences for ecosystem functions and services, and developing strategies to safeguard biodiversity under global change. A professorship in Theory in Biodiversity Sciences will develop comprehensive theories on the emergence and functional role of biodiversity using a synthetic and data-oriented approach (affiliated with FSU). A professorship in Experimental Interaction Ecology will analyze the role of trophic diversity and the linkage of below and aboveground interaction networks for ecosystem functions under climate change (affiliated with UL). A professorship in Molecular Interaction Ecology will use omic approaches to characterize structural and functional diversity in terrestrial or aquatic interaction networks (affiliated with FSU). A professorship in Evolution and Adaptation will address accelerated evolution and adaptation in host-pathogen systems and invasive species as well as community evolution under climate change (affiliated with UL). A professorship in Physiological Diversity will explore the physiological dimension of fundamental functional tradeoffs across the plant kingdom using up-to-date analytical methods (affiliated with MLU). A professorship in Biodiversity Conservation with strong roots in both theoretical and empirical ecology and / or conservation genetics will translate modern biodiversity research into novel conservation concepts (affiliated with MLU). A professorship in Ecosystem Services will assimilate and analyze experimental and field data to link biodiversity patterns with ecosystem services at different scales (affiliated with FSU). A professorship in Biodiversity Synthesis will analyze large-scale datasets of biodiversity, ecosystem processes, environmental drivers and land-use as well as data from complex local experiments to test biodiversity theory using advanced computational methods (affiliated with MLU). What we offer The iDiv research centre is located on the BIO CITY campus (http://bio-city- leipzig. de) in Leipzig, a city known for its rich culture, excellent schools, and beautiful surroundings. Substantial funds for new personnel as well as start up grants for equipment are provided. Teaching will be at the affiliating university. Applicati on We promote a research environment free of gender bias. Severely disabled persons are encouraged to apply and are preferred in the case of equal suitability. Applicants have an outstanding record in publications and third-party funding, experience in project coordination, and a successful teaching record. All iDiv groups are engaged in cross-disciplinary communication and outreach. Applications are in English with a detailed CV, certificates, complete publication list, description of teaching experience and successful grant applications. The cover letter summarizes past achievements, explains motivation to join iDiv and describes planned research and concepts of cooperation. Further information is given on www. idiv-biodiversity.de. Applications should be sent before September 15, 2012 in printed and electronic form (as a single pdf file). A detailed description of each professorship and the
[ECOLOG-L] Various Internship Opportunities in Coastal Ecuador: Conservation/Permaculture/Research/Sustainable Development/Community Education
The Third Millennium Alliance is now accepting applications for our Fall internship session (October 15th through December 13th). Positions are available in three areas: - Conservation, Permaculture, Research - Community Education Sustainable Development - Permaculture Gardening Interns are encouraged to take on high-impact and dynamic projects; we are a young organization forging our path as we discover it. There is a tremendous amount of work to be done and experience to be gained for interns and for us. Above all, creativity and innovation are the bases for our intern program. Our mission, as lofty as it sounds, is to find, prepare, and join forces with the next generation of practitioners and leaders in the field of ecologically sustainable human progress. Applications are due August 6th. Please visit our website for full program description and application documents: http://3malliance.org/index.php?id=320
Re: [ECOLOG-L] a vision?
That's a tall order, but start by understanding its cultures (power structures) and how they fit or don't fit. Understand context in all its complexities. Teach skepticism, but not ideology. Understand how long or short all three corners of the stool are. Aim to reconcile them. There's not enough information (context) to comment on the other questions. God is in the details. --Meis van der Rohe WT - Original Message - From: David Duffy ddu...@hawaii.edu To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2012 10:25 PM Subject: [ECOLOG-L] a vision? If you had a chance to found and direct a university in a developing, strongly nationalistic country dependent on oil, mining and its biodiversity (ecotourism, indigenous people), what would you have as its curriculum? The university would cover all three fields. How should they influence one another? How much would you involve expats? Would you insist everyone learn English as the lingua franca so their work could receive international attention? What should the role of the internet be? This is not an idle exercise or pie in the sky but one involving a country with serious social needs,willing to make an investment in its future, even in the face of present suffering. Thanks, David Duffy -- Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit Botany University of Hawaii 3190 Maile Way Honolulu Hawaii 96822 USA 1-808-956-8218
[ECOLOG-L] Managing Editor for AoB PLANTS
Managing Editor for AoB PLANTS A Managing Editor is sought to assist with the operation of AoB PLANTS, an open access, on-line journal published by Oxford University Press. Established in 2009, this non-profit journal publishes peer-reviewed articles in all aspects of basic and applied plant biology, with an intensifying focus on environmental biology. Submitted manuscripts undergo rigorous double-blind evaluations and articles are published on-line within days of acceptance. At present, authors are not charged for publication but modest fees will be initiated in the future. In the coming months, AoB PLANTS will mount a major marketing campaign to raise its visibility and increase manuscript submissions. AoB PLANTS is the sister journal of Annals of Botany, which has been in operation for over 125 years. Both journals are owned and operated by the Annals of Botany Company, a non-profit organization established in 1903. Duties of the position. The Managing Editor of AoB PLANTS will be charged with managing the day-to-day operations of the journal. Duties of the position include the following: • assessing submitted manuscripts to determine their suitability for review; • editing and proof-reading manuscripts; • working with authors, reviewers, Handling Editors and the Chief Editor to address issues that arise in peer-review and publishing processes; • using the web-based manuscript-submission system (eJournal Press) to manage submitted manuscripts and train Handling Editors to use the system; • evaluating journal success and performance using standard metrics (e.g., article downloads, submission rates, citations, etc.). • working with the Chief Editor to revise and update the journal’s web site; • working with the Chief Editor and Handling Editors to solicit, arrange and produce special issues, review articles and mini-reviews; and • representing and promoting the journal at various events, including conferences. Qualifications. The Managing Editor should have a graduate degree (preferably a Ph.D.) in biology or a related field and knowledge of and interest in plants. He/she must also have • excellent time-management, planning and organizational skills; • excellent communication, writing and editing skills; • excellent computer, web and software skills; • ability to work effectively with the Chief Editor, Handling Editors, editorial and publishing staff, reviewers and journal authors; • ability to identify problems and devise solutions; and • ability to work independently and proactively with minimal supervision. Compensation. The appointment for the Managing Editor will be 50% time, but the position has the potential to expand as AoB PLANTS grows. Salary level will be negotiable and based on previous experience. The successful candidate does not need to be based in a specific location, but preference will be given to applicants located in California (to facilitate interactions with the Chief Editor). Funds will be available for establishing and running a Managing Editor’s office. In addition, all necessary expenses associated with representing the journal at national and international conferences and meetings will be covered. Application. If you are interested in the position, email the incoming Chief Editor (Dr. Hall Cushman, cush...@sonoma.edu) with a CV and a cover letter outlining your background and interests in the position. Note: This August, Hall Cushman will be attending the annual meetings of the Ecological Society of America in Portland, Oregon and would be happy to talk with any interested individuals about the position. Send an email to arrange a meeting. J. Hall Cushman, Professor Department of Biology Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA 94928
[ECOLOG-L] Update: SC Sea Grant Consortium funding restored
Thanks for all your help, Ecologgers! As of a few minutes ago, the South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium has had their funding restored. Broad bipartisan majorities in both the state House and state Senate overturned Governor Haley's veto of funding for the agency. Sincerely, -- *David Shiffman* *Ph.D. Student, Research Assistant,* Abess Center for Ecosystem Science and Policy http://www.cesp.miami.edu/ R.J. Dunlap Marine Conservation Program http://rjd.miami.edu/ [image: RJD] *e: *david.shiff...@gmail.com | *p: *412.915.2309 *a: *4600 Rickenbacker Cswy, Miami, Florida, 33149 *t: *@WhySharksMatter http://twitter.com/#!/WhySharksMatter | *b: *Southern Fried Science Blog http://www.southernfriedscience.com/
Re: [ECOLOG-L] a vision?
Interesting question, David. The most important part of the curriculum, especially for a nation (and university) thinking hard about the future, is steady-state economics. We need a new curriculum that addresses how to build an economy that can meet people's needs without undermining the life-support systems of the planet. This means accepting the ecological and social limits to growth. And we need a new generation of economics professors and students who can help develop the most effective policies and institutions. It looks like an auspicious time for such an educational overhaul. Brian Czech's latest essay in the Daly News describes the positive reactions of Rio+20 delegates to steady-state concepts: http://steadystate.org/positive-vision-international-affairs/ We can make a good start on the required economic changes by pushing to add ecological economics as a critical part of what universities offer. Thanks, Rob Dietz Editor, Daly News
[ECOLOG-L] AGU session - B039: Linking the Terrestrial and Aquatic Carbon Cycles
We would like to call your attention to a session at this years AGU directly focused on linking the terrestrial and aquatic carbon cycles using field based and modeling techniques. This topic is shaping up to be an exciting area of research and the AGU fall meeting will be a great place to see what everyone is up to. Thanks. Studies of aquatic and terrestrial C cycling are often conducted in isolation of one another. However, knowledge of the form and flux of C between land and water is critically important to our understanding and prediction of the global C cycle. Without experimentation that explores and quantifies this connection, process-based and empirically driven models of terrestrial C cycling cannot include accurate estimates of the terrestrial to aquatic flux of C. We encourage submissions from the plot scale to global carbon budgeting that investigate: (1) Mechanistic controls of C fluxes between soils and aquatic systems, (2) Cross-system comparisons of dissolved C composition, source, age, and/or reactivity (3) Watershed-scale drivers of C export. Sponsors: Biogeoscience, Global Environmental Change and Hydrology Session Organizers: Corey Lawrence (US Geological Survey) David Butman (Yale University and US Geological Survey) Yoko Masue-Slowey (Stanford University and University of California, Santa Barbara) Cory McDonald (US Geological Survey) http://fallmeeting.agu.org/2012/session-search/single/linking-the-terrestrial-and-aquatic- carbon- cycles/
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral position available in Disease Ecology
Dear Colleagues, Please circulate this advertisement for a post-doctoral position at the University of Minnesota. Apologies for any cross-postings. Thank you, Meggan Craft POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN DISEASE ECOLOGY Department of Veterinary Population Medicine, University of Minnesota Twin Cities A postdoctoral position is available to investigate infectious disease dynamics in wild and domestic animal populations. Meggan Craft#8217;s research group uses mathematical and statistical models fit to empirical data from field systems to study the spread and control of disease (http://www.cvm.umn.edu/vpm/faculty/meggancraft/home.html). Current field sites are located in Minnesota and in several national parks in East Africa. Through the University of Minnesota#8217;s Ecosystem Health Initiative, the position provides an opportunity to interact with a diverse community of epidemiologists, veterinarians, wildlife managers, geographers, ecologists, and public health practitioners. The successful applicant will have a PhD in ecology, statistics, applied mathematics or a related field, with a strong background in infectious disease modeling and quantitative analysis, a track record of publication, and the ability to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary team. Initial appointment will be for one year, with possible renewal depending on progress. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Apply online at: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=104301 Applications should include (1) a cover letter explicitly describing the fit with this position and a possible start date, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of research interests and experience (attach as Additional Document 1). PDF attachments of published or in press papers are encouraged but not required. In addition to applying online, please have two letters of recommendation sent via email (preferable as PDF files) to Dr. Meggan Craft at cr...@umn.edu. The Ecosystem Health Initiative of the University of Minnesota#8217;s College of Veterinary Medicine is working with an international consortium of partners to improve understanding of the relationship among the environment, biodiversity, and the health of humans, livestock and wildlife. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. -- Meggan Craft, PhD Assistant Professor, Veterinary Population Medicine Institute on the Environment Resident Fellow University of Minnesota phone: 1(612)625-6242 http://www.cvm.umn.edu/vpm/faculty/meggancraft/home.html --
Re: [ECOLOG-L] a vision?
The focus could be national happiness. See http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gross_national_happiness#section_5. So far as sustainability is concerned, we should start with preserving as much of the remaining natural functioning of ecosystems that evolved over millions of millennia. For their own sake. What we will be left with following the current experiment likely will be far more fragile. Geoff Patton Sent from my iPhone On Jul 18, 2012, at 1:24 PM, Rob Dietz rob_di...@steadystate.org wrote: Interesting question, David. The most important part of the curriculum, especially for a nation (and university) thinking hard about the future, is steady-state economics. We need a new curriculum that addresses how to build an economy that can meet people's needs without undermining the life-support systems of the planet. This means accepting the ecological and social limits to growth. And we need a new generation of economics professors and students who can help develop the most effective policies and institutions. It looks like an auspicious time for such an educational overhaul. Brian Czech's latest essay in the Daly News describes the positive reactions of Rio+20 delegates to steady-state concepts: http://steadystate.org/positive-vision-international-affairs/ We can make a good start on the required economic changes by pushing to add ecological economics as a critical part of what universities offer. Thanks, Rob Dietz Editor, Daly News
Re: [ECOLOG-L] a vision?
I wouldn't insist that everyone learn English in a new University/Program in a highly nationalistic country, I don't think that would go down too well. However, I would try to ensure that all University employees had every opportunity and incentive to learn English. Cheryl On Tue, Jul 17, 2012 at 7:25 PM, David Duffy ddu...@hawaii.edu wrote: If you had a chance to found and direct a university in a developing, strongly nationalistic country dependent on oil, mining and its biodiversity (ecotourism, indigenous people), what would you have as its curriculum? The university would cover all three fields. How should they influence one another? How much would you involve expats? Would you insist everyone learn English as the lingua franca so their work could receive international attention? What should the role of the internet be? This is not an idle exercise or pie in the sky but one involving a country with serious social needs,willing to make an investment in its future, even in the face of present suffering. Thanks, David Duffy -- Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit Botany University of Hawaii 3190 Maile Way Honolulu Hawaii 96822 USA 1-808-956-8218
Re: [ECOLOG-L] P-V curves
Take a look at Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol. 49, No. 328, pp. 1845–1854 'Water-content components in bryophytes: Analysis of pressure–volume relationships,' by Proctor et al. Best wishes, Ling Ling Huang Sacramento City College --- On Wed, 7/18/12, Chandrabala chandra@gmail.com wrote: From: Chandrabala chandra@gmail.com Subject: [ECOLOG-L] P-V curves To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2012, 2:25 AM Can anyone tell me how P-V curves for plants can be made to estimate various components of water potential. Please help me
Re: [ECOLOG-L] a vision?
A zillion years ago, I attended a workshop on conservation biology here in the USA. There were three colleagues from Bhutan in attendance. With great humbleness, they discussed an idea that, if I understoods correctly, was common in their academic circles: *gross national happiness*. Peace and wellness, Jorge On Wed, Jul 18, 2012 at 6:46 PM, Me gwpatt...@yahoo.com wrote: The focus could be national happiness. See http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gross_national_happiness#section_5. So far as sustainability is concerned, we should start with preserving as much of the remaining natural functioning of ecosystems that evolved over millions of millennia. For their own sake. What we will be left with following the current experiment likely will be far more fragile. Geoff Patton Sent from my iPhone On Jul 18, 2012, at 1:24 PM, Rob Dietz rob_di...@steadystate.org wrote: Interesting question, David. The most important part of the curriculum, especially for a nation (and university) thinking hard about the future, is steady-state economics. We need a new curriculum that addresses how to build an economy that can meet people's needs without undermining the life-support systems of the planet. This means accepting the ecological and social limits to growth. And we need a new generation of economics professors and students who can help develop the most effective policies and institutions. It looks like an auspicious time for such an educational overhaul. Brian Czech's latest essay in the Daly News describes the positive reactions of Rio+20 delegates to steady-state concepts: http://steadystate.org/positive-vision-international-affairs/ We can make a good start on the required economic changes by pushing to add ecological economics as a critical part of what universities offer. Thanks, Rob Dietz Editor, Daly News -- Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD
[ECOLOG-L] JOB Diversity Programs Coordinator
ESA’s Education and Diversity Programs office offers a variety of programs to increase the diversity of the ecology-related professions and to improve the quality of ecology education. The Diversity Programs Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing education programs that will increase diversity in the field of ecology in general, and specifically, for supporting and advancing the Strategies for Ecology Education, Diversity and Sustainability (SEEDS) program which nurtures minority undergraduate students along the ecology career pathway. Core program areas include undergraduate research fellowships, ecological field trips, grants to SEEDS chapters, annual leadership meetings and scholarships to the ESA Annual Meeting. This is a junior level position for candidates with at least 1 year of work experience interested in developing a professional career in education program development and implementation. For full details, please visit: http://www.idealist.org/view/job/MBhdTKbtnFXd
[ECOLOG-L] Invitation to Review Manuscript on Regional Floristic Relationships in South America - Thank you
Dear friends, Just 24 hours ago I wrote to you asking if some of you would be willing to review a manuscript that I have just finished on floristic relationships between subtropical forests in Brazil. I would like to thank you very much for the many replies I received! I would like to consider my invitation fulfilled and ask for no new answers, in order to keep the whole thing manageable, considering that I offered to back-review a manuscript for each review I got. Best wishes, Alexandre Dr. Alexandre F. Souza Departamento de Botânica, Ecologia e Zoologia Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) http://www.docente.ufrn.br/alexsouza Currículo Lattes: lattes.cnpq.br/7844758818522706
