Graduate Position: East Carolina U_Plant Evolutionary Genomics

GRADUATE STUDENT POSITIONS: POPULATION GENETICS, PHYLOGENOMICS, AND COMPARATIVE GENOMICS OF LEGUMES AT EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY

Multiple graduate student (Ph.D. or M.S.) positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Ashley N. Egan in the Department of Biology, East Carolina University. We seek highly motived colleagues to study evolutionary genetics and genomics of the plant tribe Phaseoleae (family Leguminosae/Fabaceae) that includes many species of economic importance (soybean, common bean, jicama, etc). Research interests in our lab include bioinformatics, computational biology, molecular systematics, evolutionary and population genetics, and evolutionary comparative genomics.

Research activities can involve fieldwork in the US and abroad, next-generation DNA sequencing, and phylogenetic, phylogenomic, andcomparative genomic analyses. Opportunities exist for students to develop independent projects making use of considerable 454 transcriptome data collected from several species across phaseoloid legumes. For an outline of current projects and prospective projects in thelab, please go to http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/biology/egan_ashley.cfm .

Prospective students with a background in genomics, botany, phylogenetics, and/or population genetics are encouraged to apply. Evidence of robust quantitative/analytical skills, strong work ethic, passion for investigating scientific questions, ability to work in both field and laboratory conditions and collaborative skills will all be vital for the success of potential candidates. Students will be supported by a combination of research and teaching assistantships.

A National Science Foundation funded PhD position is also available to study the phylogenetics, taxonomy, and population genetics of Kudzu, Pueraria lobata, a highly invasive species in the U.S. This work involves extensive fieldwork in Asia and will involve collaborations with several international scientists. Field and prior research experience is a plus. Work will involve DNA extraction and amplification, microsatellite genotyping, next-generation sequencing and analyses, phylogenetic and population genetic analyses and genomics.

Interested applications should send a cover letter with statement of research interests, CV, and transcripts (can be unofficial) to Dr. Ashley Egan (egana@ecu.edu). In addition, please have three references sendletters to the same e-mail address. More information about the department and graduate program admission process can be found at the Department of Biology (www.ecu.edu/biology) and http://www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/biology/applyingforadmission.cfm and, for PhD's, the Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program in Biological Sciences (www.ecu.edu/idpbs) . Application review begins immediately for a start date of fall or winter semester 2011.

Graduate Position: U of Hawaii Land Snail Systematics

We have National Science Foundation funding to support a graduate student at the PhD level to work on systematics, evolution and conservation of Hawaiian land snails. For full details and application instructions please go to http://www.hawaii.edu/cowielab/HLS_GA_notice.htm


Kenneth A. Hayes, Ph.D.
University of Hawaii
Center for Conservation Research and Training
3050 Maile Way, Gilmore 408
Honolulu, HI 96822
Email: khayes@hawaii.edu or hayesk@si.edu

Graduate position: Australia. Adaptation To Environmental Change

Please follow the link to find details for PhD scholarships within the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment at the University of Western Sydney, Australia.
http://www.uws.edu.au/hie/hie/scholarships2#HIEHDRS

The HIE is a new multi-million dollar research institute offering comprehensive field and laboratory based facilities for research from genes to ecosystems. Dedicated to answering crucial questions about the impact of environmental change on terrestrial ecosystems, the Institute's multidisciplinary research team is exploring how these ecosystems, and their components, respond to changes in atmospheric CO2 concentration, temperature, drought, land use, fire and biotic invasion.

We are seeking excellent doctoral candidates to undertake research within the broad areas of:
- Ecology, biodiversity, and sustainability of terrestrial ecosystems, particularly forests, savannas and grasslands;
- Soil science and molecular microbial ecology including plant-microbe interactions, soil biogeochemistry and ecological genomics;
- Plant-animal and plant-insect interactions, including animal ecology, insect herbivores and their multitrophic interactions;
- Ecology, physiology, biochemistry and genetics underpinning adaptation of plants to a changing environment.

Applicants should discuss their research aspirations and eligibility with potential supervisors in the Hawkesbury Institute: http://www.uws.edu.au/hie/people

Contact the Research Training, Policy and Programs Officer to discuss
enrollment and scholarships: Ms Sandra Lawrence: sg.lawrence@uws.edu.au

III Taller de Dunas y Humedales: futuro y conservacion

La SEMARNAT, Senado de la República, INE, CONANP, Los Cabos Coastkeeper y otras instituciones, los invitan al "III Taller de Dunas y Humedales: futuro y Conservación", del 12 al 14 de octubre del 2011, en las instalaciones de la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, en Mazatlán (Sinaloa).

Pida informes a: Los Cabos Coastkeeper caboscoastkeeper1@gmail.com

Vea los detalles en: http://proesteros.cicese.mx/archivos/t3_dun_hum.pdf

curso: "Aplicacion de tecnicas y metodos en el estudio de vertebrados"

La Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo (UAEH), el Instituto de Ciencias Básicas e Ingeniería y la Coordinación de la Licenciatura en Biología, invitan al
curso-taller "Aplicación de técnicas y métodos en el estudio de vertebrados: análisis y programas estadísticos, estimación de la biodiversidad y Sistemas de Información Geográfica", del 17 al 19 de agosto (30 horas) y del 22 al 26 de agosto (40 horas) del 2011. La fecha límite de inscripción es el 14 de agosto del 2011.

Pida informes a Victor Miranda vmiranda@uaeh.edu.mx

Manual de Educacion para la Sostenibilidad (UNESCO)

La Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Cultura (UNESCO), tiene disponible un "Manual de Educación para la Sostenibilidad" en formato
digital en-línea.

Vea los detalles en http://www.unescoetxea.org/ext/manual_EDS/unesco.html

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El Divulgador Científico Ensenadense (www.divulgar.org)

Graduate position: U Adelaide, Enviro. Genomics-Water

Environmental Genomics of freshwater systems: PhD opportunity at the Australian Centre for Ancient DNA, Adelaide in association with South Australian Water

A PhD position is available within a large environmental genomics project to apply next-generation DNA sequencing approaches to the analysis of environmental samples and develop a new range of methods to perform biodiversity surveys, taxonomic discovery, and underpin environmental impact reports. The project, which is a $1M Australian Research Council-industry partnership, will employ multiplexed PCR, 2nd/3rd Generation Sequencing, and advanced Bioinformatics and Phylogenetics to develop novel systems for rapid and accurate biodiversity assessment.
This PhD will apply environmental genomics approaches to the following areas:
· Developing new tools for assessing biodiversity from environmental samples;
· Non-invasive methods to monitor the presence and abundance of threatened species;
· Investigating the relationship between biodiversity and biotic and abiotic factors, e.g. rainfall, geology, land-use history.

We are looking for a highly motivated graduate student, who enjoys independent and unusual research. An interest in environmental biodiversity is a key requirement, and a background in any of the following would be useful: molecular ecology, molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, chemistry/biochemistry. The project is for 3 years, starting in 2011/2012.

International Students wishing to study at The University of Adelaide in 2012 should check the available scholarship opportunities http://www.adelaide.edu.au/graduatecentre/scholarships/postgrad/international/) as they provide payment of full tuition fees plus an annual living allowance of approximately AUD$21,000 tax free. Note the closing date for international scholarship enrolment is 31st August, 2011 or 31st October for Australian/NZ applicants.
Please contact the following supervisors and provide your CV/resume:
Prof. Alan Cooper (alan.cooper@adelaide.edu.au)
Dr. Laurence Clarke (laurence.clarke@adelaide.edu.au)
Australian Centre for Ancient DNA
School of Earth & Environmental Sciences
THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
SA 5005
AUSTRALIA
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/acad/

Graduate position: U Innsbruck. Molecular Ecology_Integrative Biodiversity

MOLECULAR ECOLOGY, INSTITUTE OF ECOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF INNSBRUCK
PhD position

Update: This position was originally announced via EvolDir on June 17, 2011, with a very short deadline of four days. We have decided to prolong the application deadline until August 10, 2011. Applications already submitted remain valid and do not need to be re-sent.

The University of Innsbruck, Austria, seeks to hire at the PhD student level in the area of molecular ecology. The position is a 3-years position at the Molecular Ecology Group of the Institute of Ecology, starting from 1 October 2011.

***Responsibilities***
1. participation in an interdisciplinary and integrative biodiversity research project on Palaearctic Tetramorium ants, i.e., addressing of population genetic, phylogeographic, phylogenetic and taxonomic questions relating to the delimitation of cryptic species, and the evolution and evolutionary ecology of cryptic diversity
2. application of molecular genetic lab techniques (e.g. mtDNA but also nuclear sequence loci, following their NGS-based development) and associated inference methods (e.g. gene flow analysis, phylogenetic reconstruction, phylogeographic analysis), morphometrics and relevant statistical methods, and possibly further disciplines (e.g., near-infrared spectroscopy, ecological niche modelling)
3. preparation of manuscripts
4. participation in the PhD program of Innsbruck University
5. teaching of a maximum of 2 hours per semester, if there is demand in the faculty

***Selection criteria***
A. completed study of biology, MSc level
B. demonstrated research experience in population genetics, phylogeography, phylogenetics or taxonomy of arthropods
C. keen interest in evolution and ecology, and a high level of motivation
D. ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
E. flexibility in the course of progressing research
F. ability to work independently
G. ability to work under pressure
H. good knowledge of oral and written English

***PhD supervisor***
Birgit C. Schlick-Steiner

***Salary***
The annual gross salary is an all-inclusive salary of EUR 25,811.80

***How to apply***
To apply, please submit, by E-mail to , with cc to , and with the subject line "Chiffre: BIO-6591 - Bewerbung um ein wissenschaftliche Stelle": a cover letter (including a reference to "Chiffre: BIO-6591"), systematic point-by-point replies as to your readiness for the responsibilities and how you meet the selection criteria, brief statement of research interests, list of relevant methods successfully applied thus far, complete curriculum vitae, complete list of publications, and facultatively up to three pdf files of published work. Also, if possible, arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to

Applications must be written in German or English. The deadline for receipt of all applications is August 10, 2011.

The (legally binding) announcement in German can be found at: http://www.uibk.ac.at/service/c101/mitteilungsblatt/2010-2011/33/mitteil
.pdf

***More information needed?***
For more information, please contact the PhD supervisor: Birgit Schlick-Steiner

Birgit C. Schlick-Steiner
Professor of Molecular Ecology
Institute of Ecology
University of Innsbruck
Technikerstr. 25
A-6020 Innsbruck, Austria
http://www.uibk.ac.at/ecology/forschung/molecular_ecology.html.en

Field Assistant in Cape Verde, North Africa

Field Assistant in Cape Verde, North Africa
Sept to Dec 2011

We are seeking 1 Voluntary Field Assistant for a field-based project
on mating system evolution in the Republic of Cape Verde. The
assistant is required from 15 September until 15 December 2011. The
position is funded, except the assistant has to cover his/her journey
to (and from) Maio, Cape Verde.

The project
We are investigating mating system and parental care of Kentish plover
Charadrius alexandrinus in Cape Verde by monitoring colour-ringed
individuals. This is an all-year resident population and many
individuals are already ringed from previous years.

The place
The study sites are in Maio Island, Cape Verde, at the Salina Porto
Ingles and nearby lagoons (see the Bradt Guide to Cape Verde Islands).
Accommodation on the islands is in an apartment, with occasional water
and electricity. The island has spectacular wildlife, including
endemic birds, corals and marine mammals; it is a beautiful and
inspiring place to work. However, the island is a small and isolated
place with basic commodities, the weather can be harsh, and a great
deal of walking and cycling are required.

The job
The fieldwork will run from 15 September to mid December 2011. It will
be unsupervised, and will involve ? among other tasks ? searching for
plover nests and marked plovers and their families, taking behavioural
observations and monitoring nest survival. It will also involve
capturing, ringing and bleeding adults and young.

The candidates
This is a voluntary post ? applicants must be willing to pay for their
own transport to Maio. Once in Maio, however, accommodation, basic
food and expenses associated with research will be covered. In
addition, 100 Euro per month may be offered to the deserving
Assistant. Phone calls and internet costs will not be covered.

You will be a keen birder with sharp eyes and plenty of experience in
trapping, handling and ringing birds. Clean driving licence is
essential. You must be personable and happy to engage with locals to
explain the project; some Spanish or Portuguese is helpful. You must
be physically fit, hard-working and meticulous, and have a proven
ability to work independently.

As you will appreciate from its description, the project will involve
many different challenges. A proven ability to collect high-quality
data is essential (i.e. a good degree in a biological subject or
equivalent experience), and you should be prepared to type up your
data in the evenings! You must have a positive attitude and an ability
to look after yourself ? this means cooking your own meals, dealing
with logistics, and most importantly being capable of organising your
own work for a long period of time.

If you like chatting on the phone, or feel the need to text and email
people all the time, this position is not for you. The cost of living
is high, and fancy food is expensive.

Costs
It is possible to fly through Lisbon from the UK that costs about
£700. Internal flights from Praia to Maio should be under £100 one
way, and the Praia-Maio ferry costs about £15.

Interested?
Please send a current CV with an email stating why you feel you are a
strong candidate to me (Professor Tamas Szekely) at
T.Szekely@bath.ac.uk.
Application deadline: 31st July 2011.
Interviews will be carried out as the applications coming in, and an offer will
be made by 6th August 2011.

I will also need the contact details (email and telephone) of two referees.
If you have any questions, please direct them to me at the same email
address, or call me at +31 50 363 8085.

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Professor Tamas Szekely
Professor of Biodiversity
Dept of Biology and Biochemistry, University of Bath, Bath BA2 7AY, UK
01225 383676 (phone), 01225 386779 (fax), T.Szekely@bath.ac.uk (email)
http://www.bath.ac.uk/bio-sci/biodiversity-lab/index.htm

Graduate position: Munich and Zurich_Host-parasite interactions

The Department of Aquatic Ecology (Eawag) and the Department of Biology
(Evolutionary Ecology, LMU) seek

Two PhD students in Evolutionary Biology

Project title: Host-parasite interactions in hybridizing Daphnia, the role
of variable environments

Both PhD students will participate in a collaborative research project with
Dr. Justyna Wolinska (LMU) and PD Dr. Piet Spaak (Eawag) to study the role
of variable environments on host-parasite interactions in hybrid systems and
on hybridization success per se, using Daphnia (waterfleas), which are a
well-established model in both host-parasite and hybridization research.
Specifically, we will study changes in parasite prevalence as well as
changes in host and parasite population structure, by using collections of
zooplankton samples dating back to the beginning of the last century. Then
we will relate the observed patterns to experienced changes in environmental
conditions (like water temperature or trophy level). Finally, by using the
'resurrection ecology' approach (i.e. hatching Daphnia clones of known age
from diapausing eggs preserved in lake sediments) we will test for
adaptations of old and recent clones to certain environmental conditions.

Both students will use molecular techniques and conduct laboratory
experiments. However, the position at LMU focuses on host-parasite
interactions. The main methods will be qPCR, cloning, sequencing, microscopy
and modeling. The position at Eawag focuses on interspecific hybridization.
Here the main methods are: microsatellites, sequencing, experiments and
field work.

Although the students will be primarily hosted at their given institution,
the German student will spend a couple of weeks working in Switzerland and
vice versa. Moreover, the external collaborators on this project are hosted
in Konstanz (DE) and in Sheffield (UK), and students will have the
opportunity to visit these external labs as well. The students will take
part in the organized PhD programs (including attending various skills
courses) of their respective organization.

For this project, financed by the Swiss and German Science Foundations (SNF
& DFG), we are looking for highly motivated candidates with interests in the
evolutionary ecology of host parasite interactions.

We offer a stimulating research environment in lively and social institutes
in Duebendorf (near Zürich) and in Munich. At both localities, the
departments host other research groups in ecology and evolution. The
position will be for a period of three years, and should start as soon as
possible (September 2011 or soon thereafter). The Eawag PhD student will be
enrolled at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zürich the
German PhD student at LMU. The ideal candidate should have good molecular
skills and/or a strong background in evolutionary biology or population
genetics. Excellent communicational and writing skills in English, good work
ethics, and creative thinking are desired. A Diploma or Masters degree (or
equivalent) in biology or related subject is necessary for admission. The
working language in the groups is English.

Applications should include 1) a letter of interest with a description of
pertinent experience (it should be specified which position, LMU or Eawag,
would be the first choice, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) abstract of the
master/diploma thesis, 4) a list of publications (if any), 5) the names
(with e-mail addresses) of three potential referees, and copies of
certificates of academic qualifications.

Applications can only be submitted online through the Eawag website, using
the following link
http://internet1.refline.ch/673277/0058/++publications++/1/index.html which
can be found on the Eawag home page:
http://www.eawag.ch/jobs/index_EN

Please submit your application by 5 August 2011. For further information,
consult

Justyna Wolinska: wolinska@bio.lmu.de
http://www.uni-muenchen.de/index.html;
http://sci.bio.lmu.de/ecology/evol_e/people_wolinska_e.html

or Piet Spaak: spaak@eawag.ch
www.eawag.ch; http://www.eawag.ch/forschung/eco/index_EN

SYMPOSIUM / WORKSHOP on Bayesian inference of phylogeny

SYMPOSIUM / WORKSHOP on Bayesian inference of phylogeny

There will be a mini-symposium on Bayesian inference of phylogeny to be held on the UC Berkeley campus from August 15th to 19th. There will be two days of talks (August 15th and 16th) on various aspects of Bayesian inference as it applies to the phylogeny problem. The following three days will be a workshop for people interested in developing for the RevBayes program. RevBayes implements an R-like language for specifying complex evolutionary models and (attempts) to perform solid statistical estimation of a model's parameters.

Where: UC Berkeley (e-mail John Huelsenbeck for details about the room location)
When: August 15 - 16 (talks), August 17 - 19 (workshop on RevBayes for interested developers)
How: RSVP John Huelsenbeck (johnh@berkeley.edu) if you intend to attend.

Confirmed speakers include: Michael Jordan (UC Berkeley), Ian Holmes (UC Berkeley), Jeff Thorne (NCSU), Fredrik Ronquist (Swedish Natural History Museum), Jeet Sukumaran (KU), Sebastian Hoehna (Stockholm University), Tracy Heath (UC Berkeley), and John Huelsenbeck (UC Berkeley).

John Huelsenbeck
University of California, Berkeley
Department of Integrative Biology
3060 VLSB # 3140
Berkeley, CA 94720-3140

E-mail: johnh@berkeley.edu
Phone: (510) 502-5887

Graduate Position: Michigan State U. Livestock Whole Genome Prediction

Two PhD assistantships, both pertaining to whole genome prediction/selection under heterogeneous environments, are available at Michigan State University.
For full descriptions and details, please refer to my website: www.msu.edu/~tempelma.
Please distribute this post to potential candidates.

My apologies for any multiple postings.

Rob Tempelman (tempelma@msu.edu)

Rescatan a Puma del Desierto ecólogos de Altar

http://www.codigo07.com/web/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8675&Itemid=30

El felino fue capturado por los dueños del rancho “Cachanilla”, del municipio de Caborca

CABORCA.- Considerado como una especie en peligro de extinción, en días pasados un “Puma del Desierto”, también conocido “León de Montaña”, fue rescatado por personal del departamento de Ecología de Altar, y está en espera de ser trasladado al Centro Ecológico de Sonora.
Así lo manifestó la licenciada en Ecología y jefa de dicho departamento en Altar, Shandira Astrid Romero, al exponer que por lo pronto el felino se encuentra siendo atendido personalmente por ella y compañeros de trabajo, en su propiedad ubicada a orillas del río Altar.
Expresó que desde el Centro Ecológico le enviaron una jaula especial, pero es hora que todavía el puma se encuentra a la espera de ser trasladado mientras cientos de curiosos de la población, e inclusive de otros asentamientos aledaños, han acudido a admirar esta rara y huidiza especie que evita al ser humano porque es quien más lo depreda en su hábitat natural.


Cómo inició la aventura
Narró que el pasado 5 de mayo, recibió una llamada del veterinario, doctor Adrián Oviedo, que colabora como voluntario en el citado departamento, quien le informó que los dueños del rancho “Cachanilla”, situado en el municipio de Caborca, cerca de Sonoyta, habían capturado al citado animal de la familia Felidae, cuyo nombre científico es Puma Concolor, y pedían que fueran a rescatarlo para ser llevado a otro lugar más seguro para su integridad.
Astrid Romero, comentó que fue así como, junto a su equipo de trabajo se dio a la tarea de pedir al Centro Ecológico de Sonora (Hermosillo) una jaula de manejo para poder trasladarlo, y esta fue enviada por directivos del Departamento de Conservación al día siguiente.
Entonces comenzó la aventura del rescate del Puma del Desierto, relató, “eran las 3 de la tarde del día viernes, un día soleado con 28 grados centígrados a la sombra, un troque doble cabina llevaba la jaula en su caja, llegamos Caborca para ser guiados por los dueños del rancho hasta donde estaba el puma”.
“Nos llevamos de 2 a 3 horas para llegar al rancho, tanto por carretera como por terracería ya que es un camino muy inaccesible en tramos, pero al fin ahí estaba… …..era un felino joven de unos 80 centímetros de alto, y medía 2 metros con 40 centímetros, de su nariz a la cola; pesaba alrededor de unos 80 kilogramos y estaba encerrado en una jaula de malla ciclónica. Se le aplicó un sedante para que no se estresara en su traslado”.

Traslado inconcluso “porque Profepa no se pone las pilas”
Los documentos de canalización para colocar al puma en su nuevo hogar comenzaron el primer día que se planeó el rescate. Las autoridades realizaron su trabajo, a lo que cada una le correspondía, “pero Profepa fue a la primera instancia a la que se le comunicó, vía correo electrónico donde se le explicaba la situación y que no podíamos esperar más tiempo”.
“Aún así nunca tuvimos respuesta, de eso hace ya más de una semana y todavía no tenemos la orden de ellos para poder llevar este animalito al Centro Ecológico, o a una área de conservación donde pueda ser liberado. Se le han hecho llamadas a los números que se le dieron a este departamento de Altar y no contesta”, refirió la funcionaria municipal.

Tomarán iniciativa aun a costa de ser castigados
Como el felino puede sufrir algún daño o enfermedad, ya sea por estar encerrado, padecimiento, molestia o calor, entre otros peligros, Ecología de Altar tendrá que tomar la iniciativa de trasladarlo sin ninguna orden para salvarle la vida, reveló Astrid Romero.
“Porque en ninguna ley se castiga al ser humano por tratar de salvarle la vida a una animal; y si es así……… pues tendré que afrontar mi responsabilidad de proteger la flora y fauna de nuestro estado”, sentenció.

Ser humano: el peor enemigo
Explicó que esta especie es depredadora por naturaleza, y que los humanos, aparte de los constantes cambios de clima y entorno natural, en la actualidad son los principales causantes de que se estén extinguiendo, porque los matan o por el crecimiento demográfico ya que les invaden su hábitat en aras de actividades ganaderas o agrícolas.
“E inclusive los matan porque cazan venados, los cuales venden para los que practican la cacería o cinegética, ¿entonces qué quieren que coman? si no les dejan que se alimenten ni de las tortugas”, describió con impotencia al agregar que este puma come de 7 a 8 kilos de carne, diario, y en este momento se encuentra en una jaula de 2 por 1 metro. lo cual es muy reducido para continuar en esa situación de aislamiento.

Características y hábitos del Puma del Desierto
El puma caza por las noches. Localiza a su presa por medio de la vista y el olfato, luego se agazapa, se acerca cautelosamente y se lanza sobre la presa antes de que pueda escapar. Generalmente mata de un mordisco en la base del cráneo, arrastra a su víctima hasta un lugar protegido y después la devora. La porción no utilizada es cubierta con hojas, ramas o cualquier otro material disponible. La principal presa es el venado, aunque también puede incluir mamíferos pequeños como tepescuincles, guatusas, mapaches, pizotes o aves como los pavones.
En los límites del bosque con las fincas ganaderas, el puma puede habituarse a atacar a los caballos, burros y ocasionalmente al ganado.

Convocatoria: “Proyectos para realizar inventarios faunísticos y florísticos en México”

Ya pueden consultar la Convocatoria para presentar “Proyectos para realizar inventarios faunísticos y florísticos en México”, en la siguiente dirección:

http://www.conabio.gob.mx/institucion/proyectos/doctos/Convocatoria_Inventarios_2011.pdf

Le agradeceré que nos ayude a difundir esta información por todos los medios a su alcance.

Congreso de la Sociedad Mesoamericana para la Biología y la Conservación

XV Congreso de la Sociedad Mesoamericana para la Biología y la Conservación
Mérida, Yucatán, México del 24 al 28 de octubre de 2011.

http://www.ccba.uady.mx/avisos/Primera%20Circular%20SMBC%20Merida%202011.pdf

Libro: Principles and practice of forest landscape restoration: case studies from the dry lands of Latin America

Principles and practice of forest landscape restoration: case studies from the dry lands of Latin America
Editado por A.C. Newton y N. Tejedor
En la siguiente liga se puede descargar la versión electrónica de este libro
http://www.iucn.org/knowledge/publications_doc/publications/?7698/Principles-and-practice-of-forest-landscape-restoration--case-studies-from-the-drylands-of-La