[ECOLOG-L] News Items: Invasive species gene, Mars land conservation, and Roundup Ready cocktails
Roundup Ready cocktails: Mixed drinks with mixed effects http://appliedeco.org/roundup-ready-cocktails-mixed-drinks-with-mixed-effects/ Conservationists join rush to Mars http://appliedeco.org/conservationists-join-rush-to-mars/ Invasive species gene identified http://appliedeco.org/invasive-species-gene-identified/ And some previous news items from this date: Extinct wheeled creature discovered as ice recedes http://appliedeco.org/extinct-wheeled-creature-discovered-as-ice-recedes/ So long tundra, hello trees: US Forest Service Plants massive carbon sink in arctic http://appliedeco.org/so-long-tundra-hello-trees/ Top ten worst invasives reclassified as native http://appliedeco.org/top-ten-worst-invasives-reclassified-as-native Unicorn reintroduction going ahead as planned http://appliedeco.org/unicorn-reintroduction-going-ahead-as-planned -- *Tom KayeExecutive DirectorInstitute for Applied Ecology* Mail: PO Box 2855, Corvallis, Oregon 97339-2855 Street: 563 SW Jefferson Ave, Corvallis, Oregon 541-753-3099 ext. 111 www.appliedeco.org http://www.appliedeco.org http://www.appliedeco.org http://www.facebook.com/Applied.Ecology *Please Like us on Facebook!* Associate Professor (courtesy) Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology Oregon State University 2087 Cordley Hall, Corvallis, Oregon 97331
Re: [ECOLOG-L] fabricated reviews lead to retractions of papers
Is there a list anywhere of the journals with not-for-profit publishers? Sheila Ward On 2015-03-30 16:06, Ganter, Philip wrote: If the model of scientific publishing is the for-profit publisher hiding publicly funded research behind a pay wall and making a profit, then I think most would agree with Atanu: reviewers should be paid. If the model is the older model of professional societies and individual scientists (or small groups of scientists) publishing as a service to their field (so well described by Malcolm in an earlier posting) then most would disagree with Atanu as there is no money for paying reviewers and we all benefit from their work. There was a time when the latter model was more common or, at least, was seen by most scientists as more common. This perception produced the comment about free-riding, Atanu, not animosity towards you personally. Unless we stop publishing in for-profit journals (is Wiley or Reed Elselvier any less predatory than Jacobs?), we risk motives other than the communication of quality scientific work taking command of science publishing. Profit is a great motivator, as free market exponents continually remind us. So great, in fact, that other motives are over-ridden when push comes to shove. Removing profit should be a priority and funding agencies should lead the way by requiring sufficient publishing funds be included in proposal budgets as well as requiring those receiving their funds to only publish in open-access journals. Science be damned (the journal, that is). If this were the case, Geoffrey’s assertion that those who want to publish must also agree to review would have more weight. As it is, many (seemingly including Atanu) choose not to make money for the shareholders of large publishing houses. Phil Ganter Biological Sciences Tennessee State University On 3/30/15, 1:57 PM, Atanu Mukherjee gatorat...@gmail.com wrote: Sorry, you're just judging me without really knowing me. The economics are really rather different. - Prove it. Why lot of good reviewers are NOT interested in reviewing anymore then? Careful, conscientious reviewing takes attention span, which is in chronically short supply and is differentially compensated. What did you mean by differentially compensated, exactly? Productive people continue to review for free because they also need reviewers to get their papers published. - If that was the case then why did the thread started otherwise? If you are not reviewing at least 2-3 times the number of papers that you submit for publication, then you are free-riding on the peer review system and that behavior is not professional at all. - Not relevant at all, just bogus personal opinion advocating current flaw-filled peer reviewing process. If you wanna be professional, act like a professional by paying a good salary to the reviewers and see the change you want. Period. On Mon, Mar 30, 2015 at 2:17 PM, Henebry, Geoffrey geoffrey.hene...@sdstate.edu wrote: The economics are really rather different. Careful, conscientious reviewing takes attention span, which is in chronically short supply and is differentially compensated. Productive people continue to review for free because they also need reviewers to get their papers published. If you are not reviewing at least 2-3 times the number of papers that you submit for publication, then you are free-riding on the peer review system and that behavior is not professional at all. +/*\+ Geoffrey M. Henebry PhD CSE Professor, Natural Resource Management Co-Director, Geospatial Sciences Center of Excellence (GSCE) South Dakota State University 1021 Medary Avenue, Wecota Hall 506B Brookings, SD 57007-3510, USA voice: +1-605-688-5351 (-5227 FAX) email: geoffrey.hene...@sdstate.edu http://globalmonitoring.sdstate.edu/content/henebry-geoffrey-m -Original Message- From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Atanu Mukherjee Sent: Monday, March 30, 2015 11:28 AM To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] fabricated reviews lead to retractions of papers Yes, people would continue declining to do reviews because at the end they don't see an extra penny. Let me ask you how much the journals charge for a paper? Lot of the journals charge a decent amount of money to the authors for publishing but the people who perform the major role behind the journals' success get unpaid. Sorry, either you pay the reviewers (nobody is interested in your subscription waiver or something like that) a standard money or you keep seeing the trend: so many people decline to do reviews these days. When you're doing business, be professional. On Mon, Mar 30, 2015 at 11:47 AM, Stefano Liccioli liccioli...@yahoo.it wrote: Good morning, in regards to the reviewing issue and the fact that so many people decline to do reviews these days,I was wondering how many of the Ecologgers (at
[ECOLOG-L] Camouflage Resources
Camouflage Resources From EOL and OBIS An animals coloring, markings, shape or behavior can help it camouflage or hide itself from predators or prey. Explore this EOL collection of species that use camouflage to blend into their environments. http://eol.org/collections/113842 Educational Activity To learn more about how animals use camouflage, an animal adaptation used for survival, check out the Invent an Animal activity from our partner Outdoor Biology Instructional Strategies (OBIS) from the Lawrence Hall of Science, which can be modified for various ages. http://www.outdoorbiology.com/InventAnAnimal Encyclopedia of Life Harvard University Museum of Comparative Zoology 26 Oxford Street Cambridge, MA 02138 USA eol.org eol.org/discover
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral position in post-fire vegetation succession
The long and intense fire season of 2014 saw 3.4 million ha of forested lands impacted by wildfires in the Northwest Territories (NWT), which made this the highest-impact fire season in the NWTs history. We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to lead an interdisciplinary field team of graduate and undergraduate students in the establishment of long-term monitoring sites in the 2014 burns (2015 field season) and across a chronosequence of historical burn sites (2016 and 2017 field seasons). This individual would be responsible for leading the forest succession and ground vegetation recovery component with a view to improved understanding of the response of high latitude boreal ecosystems to extreme fire years. The ultimate goal of this work is the incorporation of these successional data within boreal forest dynamics models under development at the Canadian Forest Service. Required skills: A PhD in ecology, environmental science, or closely related field. Strong boreal vegetation identification skills and fire ecology experience would be preferable. Required skills may include proficiency in spatial statistics, working knowledge of ArcGIS or another comparable GIS platform, and experience sampling and analyzing dendrochronological datasets. Candidates will have demonstrated ability to publish high quality peer-reviewed#8232; papers. To apply please send PDF copy of your CV and a letter of interest by email to Jennifer Baltzer (jbalt...@wlu.ca). Project supervisors: Jennifer Baltzer (Wilfrid Laurier University) and Jill Johnstone (University of Saskatchewan). Project collaborators: Fiona Schmiegelow (University of Alberta), Steve Cumming (Université Laval), Antoni Lewkowicz (University of Ottawa) and Eliot McIntire (Canadian Forest Service)
[ECOLOG-L] Looking for books to read this summer
Hey Ecologers, I am currently an undergraduate student in biology at Iowa State University and I am trying to create a reading list for this summer over books regarding botany, natural history, ornithology, mammology, mycology, herpetology, ecology, and entomology. I am fascinated with learning more about the environment all around me as well as understanding important components that affect such environments. If anyone has any suggestions regarding the reading list feel free to email me at melic...@iastate.edu Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Jake Melichar
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Looking for books to read this summer
E.O. Wilson's recent book, Letters to a Young Scientist is at the top of my list. Incredibly inspiring and encouraging message to folks just getting into ecological research. I've got a copy that I frequently lend to undergrads or fellow graduate students. On Tue, Mar 31, 2015 at 10:23 PM, Jake Melichar melic...@iastate.edu wrote: Hey Ecologers, I am currently an undergraduate student in biology at Iowa State University and I am trying to create a reading list for this summer over books regarding botany, natural history, ornithology, mammology, mycology, herpetology, ecology, and entomology. I am fascinated with learning more about the environment all around me as well as understanding important components that affect such environments. If anyone has any suggestions regarding the reading list feel free to email me at melic...@iastate.edu Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Jake Melichar -- Gavin M. Jones Graduate Research Assistant Wildlife Ecology Conservation Lab Dept. of Forest Wildlife Ecology University of Wisconsin-Madison A223 Russell Labs
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Looking for books to read this summer
Gavin is right, Letters to a Young Scientist is very helpful. Moreover, most of EO Wilson's books are great. The Sixth Extinction by Elizabeth Kolbert is a quick and digestible overview of the mass extinction currently occurring on Earth. Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold is a classic conservation read. Otherwise, pick up a Princeton field guide and spend some time outside identifying! Sam Raasch Global Forest Watch World Resources Institute sraasc...@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/samraasch On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 9:33 AM, Gavin Jones gjon...@wisc.edu wrote: E.O. Wilson's recent book, Letters to a Young Scientist is at the top of my list. Incredibly inspiring and encouraging message to folks just getting into ecological research. I've got a copy that I frequently lend to undergrads or fellow graduate students. On Tue, Mar 31, 2015 at 10:23 PM, Jake Melichar melic...@iastate.edu wrote: Hey Ecologers, I am currently an undergraduate student in biology at Iowa State University and I am trying to create a reading list for this summer over books regarding botany, natural history, ornithology, mammology, mycology, herpetology, ecology, and entomology. I am fascinated with learning more about the environment all around me as well as understanding important components that affect such environments. If anyone has any suggestions regarding the reading list feel free to email me at melic...@iastate.edu Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Jake Melichar -- Gavin M. Jones Graduate Research Assistant Wildlife Ecology Conservation Lab Dept. of Forest Wildlife Ecology University of Wisconsin-Madison A223 Russell Labs
[ECOLOG-L] CEO position open for monitoring group in Alberta
The Alberta Environmental Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Agency (AEMERA) is staffing up to provide sound, objective monitoring and reporting of environmental conditions. This is incredibly important for a province that is home to enormous amounts of oil and gas and timber extraction, and continuing land use change. The best scientists are needed to spin up the program. Details can be found at http://www.conroyross.com/opportunities/8011-chief-executive-officer/http://www.conroyross.com/opportunities/8011-chief-executive-officer/ Jill S. Baron, mailto:jill.ba...@colostate.edujill.ba...@colostate.edu Co-Director, John Wesley Powell Center for Earth System Analysis and Synthesis Director, North American Nitrogen Center US Geological Survey, mailto:jill_ba...@usgs.govjill_ba...@usgs.gov Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory Colorado State University Fort Collins CO 80523-1499 office 970-491-1968 cell 970-217-8949 __ I am more convinced than ever that the only avenue to a better future is continued advancements of science that are wisely applied to society. Science-based innovation is tied to the problem, but it is also central to the solution. Philip A. Sharp, President, AAAS
Re: [ECOLOG-L] fabricated reviews lead to retractions of papers
Hi Sheila, That would be a great resource! I would guess many university presses are not for profit, but not aware of any list. I'm editor of a journal (Open Quaternary), which is published by Ubiquity Press ( http://www.ubiquitypress.com/), a non-for-profit publisher of books and journals that was founded by researchers at UCL; a lot of the staff left other big academic publishers to work there. They are also completely transparent about where fees are allocated (much lower than for-profit publishers, around $500 rather than $3,000, plus waivers available: http://www.ubiquitypress.com/site/publish/). I think they are a great example of how a not-for-profit publisher can be a success. Best Suzanne -- Dr. Suzanne E. Pilaar Birch Assistant Professor Department of Anthropology Department of Geography University of Georgia Athens, GA, USA Editor-in-Chief, Open Quaternary openquaternary.com Website: uga.academia.edu/SuzannePilaarBirch Twitter: @suzie_birch On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 9:37 AM, Suzanne Pilaar Birch sepil...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Sheila, That would be a great resource! I would guess many university presses are not for profit, but not aware of any list. I'm editor of a journal (Open Quaternary), which is published by Ubiquity Press ( http://www.ubiquitypress.com/), a non-for-profit publisher of books and journals that was founded by researchers at UCL; a lot of the staff left other big academic publishers to work there. They are also completely transparent about where fees are allocated (much lower than for-profit publishers, around $500 rather than $3,000, plus waivers available: http://www.ubiquitypress.com/site/publish/). I think they are a great example of how a not-for-profit publisher can be a success. Best Suzanne -- Dr. Suzanne E. Pilaar Birch Assistant Professor Department of Anthropology Department of Geography University of Georgia Athens, GA, USA Editor-in-Chief, Open Quaternary openquaternary.com Website: uga.academia.edu/SuzannePilaarBirch Twitter: @suzie_birch On Tue, Mar 31, 2015 at 5:55 AM, Sheila Ward sew...@hpcf.upr.edu wrote: Is there a list anywhere of the journals with not-for-profit publishers? Sheila Ward On 2015-03-30 16:06, Ganter, Philip wrote: If the model of scientific publishing is the for-profit publisher hiding publicly funded research behind a pay wall and making a profit, then I think most would agree with Atanu: reviewers should be paid. If the model is the older model of professional societies and individual scientists (or small groups of scientists) publishing as a service to their field (so well described by Malcolm in an earlier posting) then most would disagree with Atanu as there is no money for paying reviewers and we all benefit from their work. There was a time when the latter model was more common or, at least, was seen by most scientists as more common. This perception produced the comment about free-riding, Atanu, not animosity towards you personally. Unless we stop publishing in for-profit journals (is Wiley or Reed Elselvier any less predatory than Jacobs?), we risk motives other than the communication of quality scientific work taking command of science publishing. Profit is a great motivator, as free market exponents continually remind us. So great, in fact, that other motives are over-ridden when push comes to shove. Removing profit should be a priority and funding agencies should lead the way by requiring sufficient publishing funds be included in proposal budgets as well as requiring those receiving their funds to only publish in open-access journals. Science be damned (the journal, that is). If this were the case, Geoffrey’s assertion that those who want to publish must also agree to review would have more weight. As it is, many (seemingly including Atanu) choose not to make money for the shareholders of large publishing houses. Phil Ganter Biological Sciences Tennessee State University On 3/30/15, 1:57 PM, Atanu Mukherjee gatorat...@gmail.com wrote: Sorry, you're just judging me without really knowing me. The economics are really rather different. - Prove it. Why lot of good reviewers are NOT interested in reviewing anymore then? Careful, conscientious reviewing takes attention span, which is in chronically short supply and is differentially compensated. What did you mean by differentially compensated, exactly? Productive people continue to review for free because they also need reviewers to get their papers published. - If that was the case then why did the thread started otherwise? If you are not reviewing at least 2-3 times the number of papers that you submit for publication, then you are free-riding on the peer review system and that behavior is not professional at all. - Not relevant at all, just bogus personal opinion advocating current flaw-filled peer reviewing process. If you wanna be professional, act like a
[ECOLOG-L] Open Position: Academic Coordinator III - ANR Informatics and GIS Program
The University of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, a statewide program with local development and delivery, is seeking a Statewide Program Coordinator for the Informatics and Geographic Information Systems (IGIS). The Program Coordinator will facilitate IGIS research and outreach in ecological informatics and geographic information science through support in developing web-based data frameworks for sharing and integrating data such as APIs, developing algorithms enabling novel combinations of environmental datasets, and testing of data driven research hypotheses. The position requires a highly specialized academic providing vision and leadership on IGIS data resources that will serve multiple scientific constituencies at the state and national level. These data resources include: sensor networks from the Research and Extension system including ANRFlux, ecological datasets from ANR researchers, and other relevant existing statewide research databases. Location Headquarters: Davis or Berkeley, California Major Duties and Responsibilities Provide coordination for the regular activities of the IGIS Statewide Program. Assess the Division’s data and informatics needs related to Strategic Vision and initiatives. Provide professional knowledge and research support to IGIS, including: Coordinate with researchers to integrate and use existing and new datasets; Coordinate with researchers to find extramural funding for research; In concert with statewide researchers, develop methods to realize research potential of ANR research data; Develop novel ways to share existing datasets through APIs and other methods; Develop frameworks for effectively managing and using ecological information; Coordinate with CSIT programmers in managing ANR research data (e.g. from REC sensor networks, from REC research projects, etc.) Provide training for ANR on data informatics; and Participate in scholarly contributions where possible. Maintain professional competency in ecological informatics and geographic information science to provide the skills to perform the above duties and responsibilities. Participate in professional organizations. Maintain a program of continuous self-improvement by participating in in-service training, seminars, workshops, work group program team meetings, short courses, professional society meetings and other relevant opportunities. Actively advocate for IGIS program awareness and support. The position is administratively responsible to Maggi Kelly, the Director of the IGIS Statewide Program. SALARY: Beginning salary will be in the Academic Coordinator III Rank and commensurate with applicable experience and professional qualifications. For information regarding the Academic Coordinator salary scales, please refer to the University of California website: http://ucanr.edu/sites/anrstaff/files/187038.pdf (Table 36-Academic Coordinator III) A PhD Degree in Ecology, Geography, Agriculture, Statistics, or an appropriate related field with experience in data science and/or geographic information sciences is required. HOW TO APPLY: To be considered, applicants must submit electronically the following four components of the Application Packet toanracademicsea...@ucop.edu Cover Letter ANR Academic Application Form— from the ANR website at: http://ucanr.edu/academicapplication Please include a list of potential references. If you are selected for an interview, the search committee will contact the references you listed on the UC ANR application form (a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of six (6) names, current addresses, phone numbers and email addresses). Please do not send letters of reference. Curriculum Vitae or Resume College Level Transcripts: Only electronic transcripts or legible photocopies of original transcripts will be accepted. Application and associated materials will not be returned to the applicant. For more information, please see: http://www.ucanr.edu/jobs AP #13-28. CLOSING DATE: To assure full consideration, application packets must be received by April 27, 2015 (open until filled).
[ECOLOG-L] 2 statistics courses in Perth
Apologies for cross-posting We would like to announce the following 2 statistics courses in Perth, Australia. Course1: Data exploration, regression, GLM GAM with introduction to R Location: UWA, Perth, Australia Date: 20-24 July 2015 Price: 500 GBP Course website: http://www.highstat.com/statscourse.htm Course flyer: http://www.highstat.com/Courses/Flyers/Flyer2015_07Perth_regression_GLM_GAM.pdf Course2: Introduction to Linear mixed effects models, GLMM and MCMC with R Location: UWA, Perth, Australia Date: 27-31 July 2015 Price: 500 GBP Course website: http://www.highstat.com/statscourse.htm Course flyer: http://www.highstat.com/Courses/Flyers/Flyer2015_07Perth_GLMM.pdf Kind regards, Alain Zuur -- Dr. Alain F. Zuur First author of: 1. Beginner's Guide to GAMM with R (2014). 2. Beginner's Guide to GLM and GLMM with R (2013). 3. Beginner's Guide to GAM with R (2012). 4. Zero Inflated Models and GLMM with R (2012). 5. A Beginner's Guide to R (2009). 6. Mixed effects models and extensions in ecology with R (2009). 7. Analysing Ecological Data (2007). Highland Statistics Ltd. 9 St Clair Wynd UK - AB41 6DZ Newburgh Tel: 0044 1358 788177 Email: highs...@highstat.com URL: www.highstat.com
[ECOLOG-L] Multiple Graduate research fellowships to work on Economic Land Use and Pollination Services
Multiple Graduate Research Fellowships to work on Economic Land Use and Pollination Services Graduate research assistantship is available to support student pursuing M.S. or Ph. D. degrees in the Department of Earth System Science and Policy (ESSP) at the University of North Dakota (UND). ESSP provides a student-centered learning environment with expertise in hydrology, climate change, terrestrial ecosystem, physical geography, economics and policy. The project is to assess the impact on honey bee health and mortality, pollination services, and multiple Northern Plain ecosystem services of economic land-use decisions driven by the crop market, agricultural policy, and conservation programs. The research team will: 1) Apply a geospatial model to identify landscape suitability for commercial-scale apiary sites; 2) Develop spatially explicit economic model of land use and management practices; 3) Conduct a broad-scale field study to determine the influence of habitat quality on colony survival and provision of pollination services; 4) quantify changes in pollinator habitat and other related ecosystem services under alternative land use change scenarios. The outcome from the analysis we propose on foraging scale, colony survival, resource availability, and agricultural profitability from different management schemes can be used to determine better practices in managing agricultural landscapes for pollination function within the matrix of more conventional cropland. The graduate assistants will have opportunities to participate in the field study and communicate with commercial apiaries in summers. The fellowships are initially guaranteed for 3 years at approximately $1,500 per month for a M.S. candidate and $1,800 per month for a Ph. D. candidate. Candidates should have a B.S. or M.S. degree, preferably in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Geography, Biology, or related fields with strong GIS, spatial, and quantitative analytical skills. To apply for our graduate program, you have to meet the minimum requirements on academics and English proficiency (for international students). Please refer to the UND's graduate school website (http://graduateschool.und.edu/graduate-students/new/) for further information. If you meet the minimum qualifications and would like to know more about the positions, please contact Dr. Haochi Zheng (hzh...@aero.und.edumailto:hzh...@aero.und.edu). Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled. Michael J. Hill Professor Department of Earth System Science and Policy University of North Dakota Clifford Hall, 9011 4149 University Drive Grand Forks, ND, 58202 USA Email: hil...@aero.und.edumailto:hil...@aero.und.edu Phone: 701-777-6071
[ECOLOG-L] NEON Hiring - Seasonal Field Technicians - Multiple Locations
NEON Hiring - Seasonal Field Technicians - Multiple Locations Job Summary This position reports to the Manager Field Operations of the assigned domain. Seasonal Field Technicians assist with field observation; sample collection and handling; sample processing and sample shipment of a variety of taxa. The Seasonal Field Technician will perform a variety of scientific and technical tasks. The Seasonal Field Technician is a biological sampling technician performing seasonal and periodic sampling activities. Seasonal field sampling is conducted with direction from and assistance of Field Technician I, II and III. The Seasonal Field Technician will also perform field and laboratory activities. The Lead Seasonal Field Technician may provide guidance to temporary/seasonal field technician crews. This is a temporary assignment. Will work varied schedules (up to 12+ hours per day) including split-shift, part-time, pre-dawn early mornings, evenings and weekends. Daily and weekly work schedules will fluctuate. Work days may be up to twelve hours long. Work days may be split with morning and evening work. At times, work may begin at dawn and go through dusk. The work week may also include weekends and occasionally may be scheduled up to 12 consecutive days. Locations: MA, VA, FL, PUERTO RICO, WI, KS, TN, AL, ND, CO, UT Visit our website for full job description, list of locations and to apply http://www.neoninc.org/about/careers/seasonal-field-technicians-0
[ECOLOG-L] call for entries - art:science INVASIVE ZINE Antioch College
Artist Andrew Thompson and environmental scientist Kim Landsbergen invite you to submit your written and visual documents for inclusion in INVASIVE ZINE - our first issue of Antioch Zine**. The editorial theme for the first issue is INVASIVE SPECIES and their impact on the landscape, ecological health, and the human psyche. The zine is intended to be interdisciplinary and include diverse perspectives and methods of inquiry into the subject matter. Due to our short time to publication, we ask that you look through the materials you already have and share your works for inclusion in INVASIVE ZINE. Possible materials to be accepted: Science essays (300-500 words) Infographics Journalism interviews and oral histories (300-500 words) Poetry (300 word max) Drawings: scientific illustrations and personal expressions Photography Printmaking Comics and Sequential Art Our guest editor will be Laura Beyer of the Michigan-based zine, Hearty Greetings,. Laura will also be conducting an alternative zine-binding workshop on April 25th, at the Antioch College campus in Yellow Springs, OH. This workshop is free and open to the public, but RSVP is required to ensure time, space, and materials can be made available for interested participants. All active zinesters in the area are encouraged to participate and share in the discussion about how to generate content, arrive at binding designs, and disseminate their zines. In addition, INVASIVE ZINE will also feature handmade paper created from Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera mackii) fibers created by Detroit-based artist Megan Heeres. RSVPs, questions, and submissions = antiochz...@gmail.com Entries due April 10th Zine workshop = April 25th Antioch College is a 164 year-old startup, determined to use its reopening to build and scale a model for what the liberal arts experience can be for all students in the 21st century not a 4- year retreat from the world, but a deeper engagement with it. http://antiochcollege.org Partial support for this workshop was provided by the Puffin West Foundation http://www.puffinwest.org ** New to Zines? The following is a quote from zines.barnard.edu: Definitions of the word zine vary tremendously, but they do tend to have these common characteristics: - Self-published and the publisher doesnt answer to anyone - Small, self-distributed print run - Motivated by desire to express oneself rather than to make money - Outside the mainstream - Low budget For the sake of this discussion, I will add: - No need for any special equipment or knowledge - Portable - An expression of Do It Yourself (DIY) culture - Foster a community among their creators and readers
[ECOLOG-L] Employment Opportunity at Joshua Tree National Park: Social Media Technician
Working cooperatively with the National Park Service’s Joshua Tree National Park (JOTR), the Great Basin Institute is recruiting to hire a Social Media Technician. The overarching objective of this position is to assist with public land management as it relates to natural resources and the Park’s vegetation. More specifically, the Technician will aid in a variety of public support activities including, but not limited to: · populating and managing the iNaturalist project; · populating the photo gallery for the web-based flora; · establishing a web-based Flora through SEINet, using the Symbiota platform; · assisting with web-page development for the various botanical hiking guides; · creating brochures for the botanical trail guides using various applications (i.e. InDesign); · creating a bridge between the iNat project and the Wildflower Watch and web-based flora; · assisting with populating the Wildflower Watch reports; and · updating and reorganizing the various webpages currently on-line, as well as creating other vegetation related website info (e.g. bryophyte or rare plant page). The Technician will serve as a liaison between other Park Divisions and the Branch of Media within the Park network and will be exposed to and support a variety of other interpretation and outreach activities. This position offers experience working with NPS professionals on public lands and will aid in preparation for a career in public lands recreation management through outreach strategies. Those seeking workforce development experiences for the purpose of public benefit through social media innovation should apply. *Compensation Timeline:* - Rate of Pay: $21.00/hour - Benefits: Affordable Care Act-compliant health benefits (medical, dental, vision); paid personal and sick leave; 401(k) retirement plan - Timeline: 53-week appointment beginning in May 2015, or upon availability and completion of DOI Background Investigation; potential for extension pending funding and favorable performance review - Full time, 40 hours/week (some weekend work may be required) *Location:* Joshua Tree National Park is located in southern California, just off I-10, and is a 2- to 3-hour drive from Los Angeles, Phoenix and Las Vegas. Aside from the outdoor recreation opportunities and natural wonders within the park, Death Valley and Grand Canyon National Parks, the Mojave Preserve, as well as Lake Mead and Spring Mountains National Recreation Areas are nearby and afford a diversity of outdoor activities ranging from hiking, mountain biking and rock hounding to fishing, boating and skiing/snowboarding. *Qualifications:* - Coursework and/or demonstrable experience utilizing social media platforms and/or website development tools in an official capacity; developing and/or implementing outreach strategies or visitor services activities; or equivalent experience; - Knowledge of guiding principles of cultural and/or natural resource management - emphasis or demonstrated experience with botany/vegetation, desirable; - Experience providing visitor services, environmental education, outreach and/or interpretation; - Experience collecting field data and/or following established data collection protocols; - Proven ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, with a diverse audience including NPS and GBI staff, partner organizations, and the public; - Motivated, self-starter, detail oriented, and possess good organizational skills; - Ability to work independently or cooperatively as part of a team focused on accomplishing goals and mission of the NPS and GBI; - Possess a clean, valid, state-issued driver’s license with ability to safely operate and maintain a 4WD vehicle on and off paved roads; - Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments, in all types of weather conditions, traverse uneven terrain, and be in overall good physical condition; prior experience working in the desert southwest, or similar desert climates, desirable. - Successful applicant must complete a Department of Interior (DOI) Background Investigation (BI) or possess an active and favorably adjudicated BI prior to beginning the position. *If you already have a favorably adjudicated BI, please state that in your cover letter.* *How to Apply:* Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, including where they found the posting, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Amy Gladding, GBI HR Coordinator, at agladd...@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to
Re: [ECOLOG-L] fabricated reviews lead to retractions of papers
Oxford University Press is non-profit * Liane Cochran-Stafira, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Biology Saint Xavier University Department of Biological Sciences 3700 West 103rd Street Chicago, IL 60655 Ph:773-298-3514 Fax: 773-298-3536 coch...@sxu.edu http://faculty.sxu.edu/~cochran -Original Message- From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Sheila Ward Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2015 4:56 AM To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] fabricated reviews lead to retractions of papers Is there a list anywhere of the journals with not-for-profit publishers? Sheila Ward On 2015-03-30 16:06, Ganter, Philip wrote: If the model of scientific publishing is the for-profit publisher hiding publicly funded research behind a pay wall and making a profit, then I think most would agree with Atanu: reviewers should be paid. If the model is the older model of professional societies and individual scientists (or small groups of scientists) publishing as a service to their field (so well described by Malcolm in an earlier posting) then most would disagree with Atanu as there is no money for paying reviewers and we all benefit from their work. There was a time when the latter model was more common or, at least, was seen by most scientists as more common. This perception produced the comment about free-riding, Atanu, not animosity towards you personally. Unless we stop publishing in for-profit journals (is Wiley or Reed Elselvier any less predatory than Jacobs?), we risk motives other than the communication of quality scientific work taking command of science publishing. Profit is a great motivator, as free market exponents continually remind us. So great, in fact, that other motives are over-ridden when push comes to shove. Removing profit should be a priority and funding agencies should lead the way by requiring sufficient publishing funds be included in proposal budgets as well as requiring those receiving their funds to only publish in open-access journals. Science be damned (the journal, that is). If this were the case, Geoffrey’s assertion that those who want to publish must also agree to review would have more weight. As it is, many (seemingly including Atanu) choose not to make money for the shareholders of large publishing houses. Phil Ganter Biological Sciences Tennessee State University On 3/30/15, 1:57 PM, Atanu Mukherjee gatorat...@gmail.com wrote: Sorry, you're just judging me without really knowing me. The economics are really rather different. - Prove it. Why lot of good reviewers are NOT interested in reviewing anymore then? Careful, conscientious reviewing takes attention span, which is in chronically short supply and is differentially compensated. What did you mean by differentially compensated, exactly? Productive people continue to review for free because they also need reviewers to get their papers published. - If that was the case then why did the thread started otherwise? If you are not reviewing at least 2-3 times the number of papers that you submit for publication, then you are free-riding on the peer review system and that behavior is not professional at all. - Not relevant at all, just bogus personal opinion advocating current flaw-filled peer reviewing process. If you wanna be professional, act like a professional by paying a good salary to the reviewers and see the change you want. Period. On Mon, Mar 30, 2015 at 2:17 PM, Henebry, Geoffrey geoffrey.hene...@sdstate.edu wrote: The economics are really rather different. Careful, conscientious reviewing takes attention span, which is in chronically short supply and is differentially compensated. Productive people continue to review for free because they also need reviewers to get their papers published. If you are not reviewing at least 2-3 times the number of papers that you submit for publication, then you are free-riding on the peer review system and that behavior is not professional at all. +/*\+ Geoffrey M. Henebry PhD CSE Professor, Natural Resource Management Co-Director, Geospatial Sciences Center of Excellence (GSCE) South Dakota State University 1021 Medary Avenue, Wecota Hall 506B Brookings, SD 57007-3510, USA voice: +1-605-688-5351 (-5227 FAX) email: geoffrey.hene...@sdstate.edu http://globalmonitoring.sdstate.edu/content/henebry-geoffrey-m -Original Message- From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Atanu Mukherjee Sent: Monday, March 30, 2015 11:28 AM To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] fabricated reviews lead to retractions of papers Yes, people would continue declining to do reviews because at the end they don't see an extra penny. Let me ask you how much the
[ECOLOG-L] POSTDOC: Genomic ecology of insect-induced phenotypes
POSTDOC: Genomic ecology of insect-induced phenotypes A postdoctoral position is available in the Nabity Lab (www.nabitylab.org) at Washington State University where we focus on understanding insect-induced plant phenotypes using eco-physiological and genomic assessment of both plants and insects. The ideal candidate must have earned a PhD in plant biology, entomology, or related subjects in the past 5 years. The candidate should also possess a strong interest in evolutionary ecology or genetics and computational/bioinformatic experience with sequence data. The successful candidate will be expected to perform field and lab-based experiments, conduct/learn bioinformatics analyses, and work well with students. The position is available for up to 2 years, depending on performance, with a preferred start date of August/September 2015 (actual start date is flexible). Research will focus on aphid-like phylloxerids, their modes of plant manipulation, and the evolution of gall induction, but independent research in line with the lab goals will be encouraged. Please send a CV, a description of research interests, and contact information for 3 references by email to Dr. Paul Nabity (paul.nab...@wsu.edu) by June 1, 2015.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] Looking for books to read this summer
if you have not read it, The Selfish Gene. On Tue, Mar 31, 2015 at 10:23 PM, Jake Melichar melic...@iastate.edu wrote: Hey Ecologers, I am currently an undergraduate student in biology at Iowa State University and I am trying to create a reading list for this summer over books regarding botany, natural history, ornithology, mammology, mycology, herpetology, ecology, and entomology. I am fascinated with learning more about the environment all around me as well as understanding important components that affect such environments. If anyone has any suggestions regarding the reading list feel free to email me at melic...@iastate.edu Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Jake Melichar -- Malcolm L. McCallum, PHD, REP Environmental Studies Program Green Mountain College Poultney, Vermont “Nothing is more priceless and worthy of preservation than the rich array of animal life with which our country has been blessed. It is a many-faceted treasure, of value to scholars, scientists, and nature lovers alike, and it forms a vital part of the heritage we all share as Americans.” -President Richard Nixon upon signing the Endangered Species Act of 1973 into law. Peer pressure is designed to contain anyone with a sense of drive - Allan Nation 1880's: There's lots of good fish in the sea W.S. Gilbert 1990's: Many fish stocks depleted due to overfishing, habitat loss, and pollution. 2000: Marine reserves, ecosystem restoration, and pollution reduction MAY help restore populations. 2022: Soylent Green is People! The Seven Blunders of the World (Mohandas Gandhi) Wealth w/o work Pleasure w/o conscience Knowledge w/o character Commerce w/o morality Science w/o humanity Worship w/o sacrifice Politics w/o principle Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.
[ECOLOG-L] Marine Conservation Summer Institute - enroll now!
Duke University 2015 MARINE CONSERVATION SUMMER INSTITUTE: Science, Policy and Ethics of Marine Conservation 6 July through 7 August 2015 Marine Laboratory Campus Nicholas School of the Environment Beaufort, NC 2015 Themes • Human Dimensions and the Marine Environment • Coastal Aquaculture and Conservation • Ocean Energy and Sustainability • Invasive Species • Sea Turtle Marine Mammal Conservation US Oceans Law Duke Faculty Instructors Dr. Doug Nowacek, Conservation Technology (Institute Director) Dr. Xavier Basurto, Sustainability Ocean Governance Dr. James Morris, NOAA, Marine Ecology Dr. Andy Read, Conservation Biology, Marine Vertebrates Mr. Steve Roady, Environmental Law Distinguished Guest Lecturer: Dr. Joao Ferreira, Marine Aquaculture The Marine Conservation Summer Institute (MCSI) is an intensive 5-week program that uses a trans-disciplinary approach to engage students and professionals in global marine conservation topics. The institute immerses students in the world of marine conservation biology and policy, giving them a set of fundamental tools for addressing and understanding issues of conserving marine biodiversity in the context of 21st Century society. The Institute is set in the vibrant educational and research setting of the Duke University Marine Laboratory in Beaufort, North Carolina. The institute is open to advanced undergraduates, graduates, environmental professionals, and international practitioners. The 2014 MCSI hosted 32 participants from 21 countries; we expect similar representation in 2015. Advanced Registration is open and will remain open until the course is filled, but space is limited. The five-week course consists of one introductory week covering the basics of natural and social science as they relate to marine conservation, followed by four intensive week-long modules led by experts and consisting of plenary lectures, discussions, field trips, and other activities. During week 5, participants will synthesize products (e.g., by building story maps) that become legacy resources of the Institute. MCSI focuses on hands-on, team-based, experiential learning with meaningful faculty- student engagement that are hallmarks of the educational environment at the Marine Laboratory. Students will be in the field and at the discussion table, learning from the faculty and from one another. Eligibility Open to national and international practitioners, graduate students, advanced undergraduates. Duke Credits 7 credits (2 course equivalents) Fees Tuition: $7,238 Room Board: $2,414 Duke Fees: $180.75* * International students will incur additional fees for passports, visas, and health insurance. VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxsfxMT1eWg WEBSITE: www.nicholas.duke.edu/marinelab/programs/mcsi TWITTER @DukeMCSI Questions? Contact m...@duke.edu
[ECOLOG-L] REGISTRATION NOW OPEN -- FISH @ NIGHT - INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM - MIAMI FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 2015
All We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for *FISH AT NIGHT: AN INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM* *To register visit: http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/bms/FishAtNight/registration.html * The purpose of the symposium is to stimulate the exchange of new knowledge, data, and ideas on behaviors, patterns, and processes operating underwater, in darkness The main conference themes include: ·Nocturnal fish behavior and ecology ·Night fishing, fisheries, and enforcement ·Deep and polar sea (“perpetual night”) fish and fisheries ·Diel fish distribution and abundance comparisons ·Methods for studying fish in darkness ·Human threats to fish at night ·Larval fish at night Drs Euan Harvey (Curtin University in Australia) and Carl Meyer (Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology) will deliver keynote addresses. The /Bulletin of Marine Science/ encourages presentations to the symposium from all fields of marine research pertaining to fish at night. Although the focus is on marine ecosystems, relevant contributions from inland waters will also be considered. Anyone interested in the subject matter can attend the symposium. Those who wish to participate without making a poster or oral presentation are welcome. The ultimate and most important goal of the symposium is to produce a peer-reviewed dedicated issue that will capture the present state-of-knowledge of fish studies in the dark, identifying critical information gaps, and charting a course for future research and collaboration. Ultimately, we want to advance the current understanding of fish at night studies in the systems they occupy. Please visit our website for more information: http://www.fishatnight.org. Download a Symposium fyer here: http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/bms/FishAtNight/fishatnight_files/FishAtNightAnnouncement.pdf We hope to see you in Miami! -- _Neil Hammerschlag, Ph.D._ http://neilhammer.com /Research Assistant Professor/ Rosenstiel Marine School (RSMAS) | Abess Center (CESP) /Director,/ R.J. Dunlap Marine Conservation Program University of Miami *e: *nhammersch...@rsmas.miami.edu mailto:nhammersch...@rsmas.miami.edu *o: *305.421.4356 | *c: *305.951.6577 | *t: *@DrNeilHammer https://twitter.com/#%21/DrNeilHammer Lab Website: _SharkTagging.com_ http://sharktagging.com *Fish @ Night: International Symposium /Miami, Florida 18-20 November 2015/*, Website:_FishAtNight.org_ http://fishatnight.org http://fishatnight.org
[ECOLOG-L] Position Available: Book Review Editor
The Ecological Society of America invites applications for the position of Book Review Editor. We seek an individual with a good eye for a book worth reviewing and a familiarity with the broad brush of ecology, as well as a keen and discriminating awareness of the pool of book reviewers-scientists who are willing to pen a good review and to sign a critical one. The Book Review Editor is responsible for selecting the books to be reviewed, commissioning the reviewers, keeping the reviewers on schedule, editing the reviews, checking all the galleys, and working in conjunction with the Publications Office to publish an average of 3-4 Book Reviews in each issue of Ecology, published monthly. If you are interested in applying for this position, please describe your interest, vision, background, and skills in a letter to Joshua Schimel, Chair, ESA Publications Committee at schi...@lifesci.ucsb.edu and a copy to Katherine McCarter, ESA Executive Director at k...@esa.org.
[ECOLOG-L] Postdoctoral Research Associate in benthic phytoplankton community ecology related to the BP DW oil spill
Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate for a project on benthic phytoplankton community ecology related to the BP DW oil spill. Knowledge of HPLC techniques for phytoplankton pigments and their analysis is required. Individual must be capable of directing an HPLC laboratory with one Research Assistant. Publications are expected. Individuals should be capable of managing, analyzing and synthesizing large data sets with multivariate approaches and time series analyses, and generating graphics with contouring and GIS-based techniques. Position is at the LUMCON Marine Center in Cocodrie, Louisiana; visit http://www.lumcon.edu. Term is up to three years with satisfactory performance. A letter of interest, a current resume, and the name, address, phone and email of three individuals qualified to comment on scientific and work qualifications should be sent to Dr. Nancy Rabalais, Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium, 8124 Highway 56, Chauvin, LA 70344; 985-851-2801; nrabal...@lumcon.edu. LUMCON offers state benefits and is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ADA Employer.
[ECOLOG-L] Two Research Associate/Assistant positions in benthic ecology of marshes related to the BP DW oil spill
Two Research Associate/Research Assistants are sought to assist in research concerning benthic ecology of marshes related to the BP DW oil spill. Two research foci are (1) the microphytobenthos and associated pigments, and (2) the subtidal benthic infauna associated with oiled/unoiled systems. Additional food web studies are planned. Specifically, (1) skills in HPLC analyses of sediments and (2) sorting and identification of bentic infauna are needed. Individuals should be capable of self-directed activities, developing and managing large data sets, working in marsh, laboratory situations, generating graphic materials and information for web sites, and performing other duties in support of the research programs of Dr. Nancy Rabalais, Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON). Special skills of interest additionally include SCUBA diving, multivariate statistics, and GIS support. Term is up to three years, upon satisfactory job performance. Letter of interest, a current resume, and the name, address, phone and email of three individuals qualified to comment on scientific and work qualifications should be sent to: Dr. Nancy Rabalais, nrabal...@lumcon.edu. LUMCON offers state benefits, and is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ADA Employer
[ECOLOG-L] REU opportunities studying the effects of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill on Louisiana salt marshes and coastal environments
REU opportunities studying the effects of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill on Louisiana salt marshes and coastal environments Two Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) positions are available at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) for the summer of 2015. The REU students will design and conduct studies that contribute to the larger Coastal Waters Consortium (http://cwc.lumcon.edu) collaborative effort studying the effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on Louisiana salt marshes and coastal environments. Our the past 3+ years CWC researchers have been studying the impacts of the spill at paired oiled- unoiled marshes across the southeastern Louisiana coast. The REU students will be expected to work with a team of researchers (under the supervision of Dr. Brian Roberts and/or Dr. Nancy Rabalais) to develop studies which address aspects of the larger effort. We are particularly interested in students interested in conducting projects on wetland biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, plant ecology, sediment microalgae and/or subtidal benthos. The REU students will be involved in both the field and laboratory components of their project as well as a variety of related projects and experiments being conducted by other LUMCON and CWC researchers. Candidates must be available for a ten week period beginning in early June 2015. We will provide a $500/week stipend, room and board at the Marine Center in Cocodrie, LA (http://www.lumcon.edu), and support for their research. The ideal candidate should be interested in pursuing a career in ecology or biogeochemistry, creative, hard-working, detail orientated, dedicated, and comfortable working as part of research team. Experience with field or laboratory research in these areas in a plus but not necessary. Background or at least one course in ecology, chemistry, biogeochemistry, or environmental science is required. To be eligible you must be returning to an undergraduate degree program in the fall (e.g., if you will graduate in May or June, you are NOT eligible). Application deadline: April 15th 2015. Applications should include: copy of unofficial transcripts, contact information for two academic references, CV/resume, and a one page statement that describes your interest in the REU position, academic goals, and any previous research experience. Applications should be sent to Dr. Brian Roberts at brobe...@lumcon.edu with “2015 REU application” in the subject line. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
