[ECOLOG-L] Summer Course on Invasion Biology at Friday Harbor Laboratories in Friday Harbor, Washington
Applications are still being accepted for a Summer Course on Invasion Biology at Friday Harbor Laboratories in Friday Harbor, Washington July 17 - August 18, 2017 (5 weeks) Instructors: Dr. Daniel Simberloff Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology University of Tennessee t...@utk.edu Dr. Christy Leppanen Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology University of Tennessee clepp...@utk.edu Thousands of species of plants, animals, fungi, and microbes have been transported by humans to new locations. Yes, without human assistance, species have always managed to spread, but much less often, much more slowly, and not nearly so far. This geographic rearrangement of the earth's biota is one of the great global changes now underway. Although many introduced species fail to establish populations or remain restricted to the immediate vicinity of the new sites they land in, other species establish populations and invade new habitats, spreading widely and sometimes well beyond the initial point of introduction. Many invasions have such idiosyncratic and bizarre effects that they cannot fail to arouse our curiosity simply as fascinating tales of natural history. For example, who would have thought that… • Introducing kokanee salmon to Flathead Lake, Montana, and many years later, opossum shrimp to three nearby lakes would ultimately have led to population crashes of grizzly bears and bald eagles through a complicated chain reaction? • Introducing myxoma virus to Great Britain to control introduced rabbit populations would have led to the extinction of the large blue butterfly there? • Introducing a particular grass species would lead to hybridization with a native congener, subsequent polyploidization, and the origin of a new vigorous invasive species that would change entire intertidal systems? Teasing apart such intriguing causal chains is a scientific accomplishment of the first order. The variety and idiosyncrasy of effects challenges biologists to produce general laws or rules to be able to explain why some introductions have no major impacts, while others lead to huge invasions. Being able to predict which species will fall in the latter category if introduced, and which in the former, is the elusive holy grail of invasion biology. Schedule: Class meets daily, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Some Saturday activities may be planned to accommodate fieldwork. Lectures/discussions/debates, laboratory/field work, and individual/group activities will each comprise approximately 1/3 of the course meeting time, with the percentage of lecture decreasing and discussions and practical activities increasing as the course progresses. Application Web Site: http://depts.washington.edu/fhl/studentApplicationInfo.html Although the deadline has passed, applications will be accepted for the next three weeks Financial Aid Available For more information contact the instructors or Dr. Megan Dethier, Friday Harbor Laboratories mdeth...@uw.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Summer Course at Friday Harbor Laboratories - Marine Invertebrate Zoology
Summer Course at Friday Harbor Laboratories Marine Invertebrate Zoology June 16 - July 18, 2014 Instructors: Dr. Michael LaBarbera University of Chicago, Organismal Biology and Anatomy mlabarbe@ uchicago.edu Dr. Dianna Padilla Stony Brook University, Department of Ecology and Evolution dianna.padi...@stonybrook.edu Over 90% of the macroscopic species in the marine biosphere are “invertebrates”. This course takes advantage of the rich marine biota of the Friday Harbor region to illuminate the principles of invertebrate organization and biodiversity. We emphasize comparative study of form and function in phylogenetic and ecological contexts. Alternating presentations that emphasize our complementary areas of expertise in two lectures a day, we hope to present a unique perspective on invertebrate diversification. Students will study living representatives of most major groups of marine metazoans both in the laboratory and through fieldwork in the diverse marine habitats surrounding San Juan Island. The course emphasizes the diversity of animal life in an evolutionary and ecological context, focusing on the comparative study of form, function (particularly biomechanical), and life history of all animal phyla. Biodiversity has emerged as a key topic in biology, partly because of its accelerating erosion as a result of increasing human pressures and global change. More generally, a working knowledge of the diversity of life is fundamental to the study of any subject in biology. FHL is arguably the best location in the US for such a course, given the wealth of local diversity and accumulated knowledge of the local fauna built over a century of investigations. Applications are welcome from advanced undergraduate students, post-baccalaureates and graduate students. Prior coursework in invertebrate biology or animal diversity is advisable; if in doubt, please contact one of the instructors. Scholarships are available. More information about the course and applications can be found at: http://depts.washington.edu/fhl/studentSummer2014.html Review of applications begins Feb 1, 2014, but will continue until the course is filled. For full consideration, please apply by March 1, 2014. Biol 432, 9 undergraduate or graduate-level quarter credits, 6 semester credits Summer Term A: June 16 - July 18, 2014 (5 weeks) Note: If this would be your first substantial field station experience, consider applying for the Libby Hyman Memorial Scholarship (http://sicb.org/grants/hyman/). Complete LHM scholarship applications are due Feb. 14, 2014. Please pass this along to all who might be interested.
[ECOLOG-L] CHAIR - Department of Ecology and Evolution Stony Brook University
CHAIR - Department of Ecology and Evolution Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY, United States The Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University is seeking an individual with an outstanding academic background in any field of ecology or evolutionary biology to serve as the Department Chair. The successful candidate should have internationally recognized research credentials, a track record of extramurally funded research, demonstrated commitment to excellence in research and teaching, and proven leadership skills in an academic environment. Applicants should present a compelling vision to guiding the future trajectory of the Department, and capitalizing on the new initiatives put forward by the Department and University. The successful candidate will teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses according to their area of expertise. The Department is a dynamic and growing department in a Tier I, AAU university offering competitive teaching loads and startups. Information about department faculty and our strong graduate training program is available at http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/. Areas of strength in our program include population genetics, conservation ecology, molecular evolution and phylogenetics, evolutionary genomics, species interactions, invasion ecology, biogeography, mathematical ecology, and marine and freshwater ecology. The Department has recently benefited from new University initiatives that include faculty hiring in a new cross-departmental human evolution major, and active involvement in a number of campus-wide multi-disciplinary cluster hires. SUNY 2020 has reinvigorated Stony Brook University with increasing resources and a drive for academic excellence. The University is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and co-manager of nearby Brookhaven National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research laboratory supporting world class scientific programs utilizing state of-the-art facilities. Stony Brook University Medical Center is Suffolk County's only academic medical center and tertiary care provider. Collaborations are also possible with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories. The campus is close to marine and terrestrial research sites, including 50,000 acres of legally protected pine barrens and woodlands. While in the New York metropolitan area, Stony Brook is located on the north shore of eastern Long Island, NY, with access to farmlands, vineyards, miles of beaches, and convenient access to the cultural resources of New York City. Applicants must hold a PhD in Ecology, Evolution, Statistics or related field, and have demonstrated excellence in research and leadership. Applications are due January 15, 2013. Applicants should complete the Academic Jobs application process online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2297. The application process consists of: 1) a cover letter detailing administrative leadership experiences and philosophy, 2) a statement of research and teaching experience, 3) a resume, and 4) the names and contact details of three academic referees. Electronic submission via academicjobsonline is strongly preferred. Alternatively, applicants may submit the application materials by mail to: Chair of Search Committee Chair, c/0 Donna DiGiovanni, Assistant to Chair, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Life Sciences Building, Room 650, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-5245. For a full position description, application procedures, and to apply online, visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2297.
[ECOLOG-L] GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY The Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolution in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University is recruiting doctoral and master's level graduate students for Fall 2012. The program trains students in Ecology, Evolution and Biometry. The following faculty are seeking graduate students: H. Resit Akcakaya http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/akcakayalab/ Stephen B. Baines http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/baineslab/ Michael A. Bell http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/belllab/ Liliana M. Dávalos http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/davaloslab/how2succeed.html Lev Ginzburg http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/ginzburglab/ Catherine Graham http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/grahamlab/ Jessica Gurevitch http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/gurevitchlab/ Heather Lynch http://lynchlab.wordpress.com/opportunities/ Dianna K. Padilla http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/padillalab Joshua Rest http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/restlab/ John Wiens http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/wienslab/homepage.html For more information regarding the Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolution see http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee and http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/programs.htm The deadline for receipt of all application materials for the PhD program is January 15, 2012 although earlier submission is encouraged to ensure full consideration for available fellowships. The deadline for receipt of all application materials for the master's program is April 15, 2012. For additional assistance, e-mail our Graduate Program Coordinator, Lee Stanley, astan...@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
[ECOLOG-L] Darwin 2009: 150 Years of Evolutionary Biology
Darwin 2009: 150 Years of Evolutionary Biology On November 4-8 2009, the Department of Ecology & Evolution at Stony Brook University will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Darwins The Origin of Species by hosting a four-day meeting where leading evolutionary biologists will lecture and help lead discussions on the current status and future of the study evolutionary biology. We will have three stimulating days of keynote addresses, evening panels and discussion groups, and ample opportunity for communication on the important issues of the present and future of evolutionary biology. All lectures will be in modern and pleasant facilities at Stony Brook University, with available nearby lodging and convenient transportation to the meeting site. To register, secure lodging, and get further information on transportation, our Advisory Board, and other matters, please visit our web site http://darwin09.org Below is our schedule of events and speakers. Wednesday, November 4 6:00 8:00Welcoming Reception for Participants Thursday, November 5 8:45 9:00Welcome from Stony Brook University 9:00 9:40Opening Keynote Address, Douglas J. Futuyma, Stony Brook University 9:40 10:00Q&A 10:00 10:30Coffee Break 10:30 11:10History, Peter Bowler, Queens University, Belfast 11:10 11:30Q&A 11:30 12:10Natural Selection, Mark Kirkpatrick, University of Texas at Austin 12:10 12:30Q&A 12:30 2:00Lunch 2:00 2:40Behavioral Ecology, Hanna Kokko, University of Helsinki 2:40 3:00Q&A 3:00 3:40Evolutionary Ecology, Anurag Agrawal, Cornell University 3:40 4:00Q&A 4:00 4:30Coffee Break 4:30 5:10Organismal Adaptation, May R. Berenbaum, University of Illinois 5:10 5:30Q&A 6:00 8:00Dinner 8:00 10:00Informal Discussions Friday, November 6 8:45 9:00Welcome and Announcements 9:00 9:40Philosophy, Roberta L. Millstein, University of California, Davis 9:40 10:00Q&A 10:00 10:30Coffee Break 10:30 11:10Evolutionary Genetics, Jianzhi George Zhang, University of Michigan 11:10 11:30Q&A 11:30 12:10Genetics of Population History, John Wakeley, Harvard University 12:10 12:30Q&A 12:30 2:00Lunch 2:00 2:40Genomics, Doris Bachtrog, University of California, Berkeley 2:40 3:00Q&A 3:00 3:40Speciation, Richard G. Harrison, Cornell University 3:40 4:00Q&A 4:00 4:30Coffee Break 4:30 5:10Evolvability, Günter Wagner, Yale University 5:10 5:30Q&A 6:00 8:00Dinner 8:00 10:00Informal Discussions Saturday, November 7 8:45 9:00Welcome and Announcements 9:00 9:40Ancient Origins, Antonio Lazcano, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México 9:40 10:00Q&A 10:00 10:30Coffee Break 10:30 11:10Tree of Life, David Hillis, University of Texas at Austin 11:10 11:30Q&A 11:30 12:10Evolution in the Fossil Record, to be determined 12:10 12:30Q&A 12:30 2:00Lunch 2:00 2:40Evolutionary Developmental Biology, Gregory Wray, Duke University 2:40 3:00Q&A 3:00 3:40The Fossil Record of Diversity, Michael Foote, University of Chicago 3:40 4:00Q&A 4:00 4:30Coffee Break 4:30 5:10Evolutionary Radiations, Jonathan B. Losos, Harvard University 5:10 5:30Q&A 6:00 8:00Dinner 8:00 10:00Informal Discussions Sunday, November 8 8:45 9:00Welcome and Announcements 9:00 9:40Human Origins, Tim D. White, University of California, Berkeley 9:40 10:00Q&A 10:00 10:30Coffee Break 10:30 11:10Cultural Evolution, Peter J. Richerson, University of California, Davis 11:10 11:30Q&A 11:30 2:30Lunch 12:30 1:10Applied Evolution, Joanne P. Webster, Imperial College London 1:10 1:30Q&A 1:30 2:10Closing Keynote Address, Hopi E. Hoekstra, Harvard University Meeting web site address: http://darwin09.org For more information contact Jeffrey Levinton and the Organizing Committee
[ECOLOG-L] GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY
GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY The Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University is recruiting graduate students for Fall 2009. Our graduate program trains students in Ecology, Evolution and Biometry. The following faculty are seeking graduate students for their labs: H. Resit Akcakaya http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/akcakayalab/ Stephen B. Baines http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/~sbaines/ Michael A. Bell http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/belllab/ David O. Conover http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/~conover Liliana M. Dávalos http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/davaloslab/Welcome.html Daneil Dykhuizen http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/dykhuizenlab/ Walter F. Eanes http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/eaneslab/ John G. Fleagle http://gibbon.anat.sunysb.edu/Department/jfleagle.html Lev Ginzburg http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/people/ginzbgindex.html Jessica Gurevitch http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/gurevitchlab/ Jeffrey Levinton http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/marinebio/levinton.main.html Steve Munch http://msrc.sunysb.edu/people/munch.htm Dianna K Padilla http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/padillalab/padilla/index.htm Massimo Pigliucci www.genotypebyenvironment.org Joshua Rest http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/restlab/ F. James Rohlf http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/morph John J. Wiens http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/wienslab/homepage.html Pat C. Wright http://icte.bio.sunysb.edu For more information regarding the Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolution see: http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee and http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/ee/programs.htm The deadline for receipt of all application materials is January 15. For additional assistance, e-mail our Graduate Program Coordinator, Iris Roth, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
