ELME is a summer educational program at Michigan State Unviersity's Kellogg Biological Station devoted to Enhancing Linkages between Mathematics and Ecology.
ELME 2011 will focus on evolutionary ecology, particularly game theory and Adaptive Dynamics (Geritz et al. 1998). In this hands-on three-week course, students will learn the basics of Adaptive Dynamics and apply their knowledge to independent modeling projects using the computer program Mathematica. Dates: June 6-24, 2011 Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5 Instructors: Stefan Geritz (University of Helsinki) & Christopher Klausmeier (Michigan State University) Target audience: 12-18 graduate students and postdocs; exceptional undergraduates will be considered Prerequisites: At least one semester experience in theoretical ecology/evolution. Previous exposure to AD and Mathematica useful but not required. Format: A mixture of lecture, guided computer labs, and independent/team projects To apply, email elme2...@kbs.msu.edu the following: - your CV - a statement of research interests and why you'd benefit from the course - a statement of relevant educational/research experience, including related coursework - the name of a reference who you've asked to email a letter of support Deadline for applications: March 15, 2011 Financial support to cover room and board and help defray transportation costs is available. Let us know if this is not necessary. Academic credit, if desired, is available at appropriate MSU rates. Let us know if this is desired. For more info see <http://www.kbs.msu.edu/education/elme> or email elme2...@kbs.msu.edu.
