Dear Colleagues,
A new EU COST Action FP1002 PERMIT (Pathway Evaluation and pest Risk Management In Transport) is now up and running and we had a successful science meeting in Belgrade during May of this year, with a further meeting to take place in Warsaw in December. We are keen to have more interest in the Action which deals with pathways for international movement of pests (both insects and pathogens) and what generic risk mitigation measures can be applied to reduce pest transfers. We are also looking at how people through their behaviour and perceptions can influence pest risks. More information can be found on the Action website (http://www.forestry.gov.uk/fr/permit)
For those readers in COST countries (see http://www.cost.eu/about_cost/cost_countries) we also have the valuable capacity to fund Short Term Scientific Missions (STSMs) for Early Stage Researchers (i.e. within 8 years of post doctorate or equivalent qualification) to spend time in other COST countries to gain experience and work on topics related to the aims of the Action. Essentially, a grant of up to 2500 Euros can be offered to fund travel and subsistence. Since the Action is still relatively new, we are under-subscribed for 2011 and would welcome applicants who could carry out STSMs before the end of December. More details can be found on the Action website or by emailing me or the STSM coordinator, Dr Rimvys Vasaitis in at SLU in Sweden (Rimvys.Vasaitis(a)slu.se) There will be further opportunities during the next three years of the project too. We look forward to your applications!!
Please let me know if you would like further details of PERMIT.
With best wishes,
Hugh Evans
Chair of PERMIT
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Subject: MSc European Forestry scholarships
Dear colleague,
the call for MSc European Forestry is now open. Generous Erasmus Mundus scholarships of 20,000 - 48,000 euro are available on a competitive basis.
The MSc European Forestry is a top-class taught master's programme delivered by seven prestigious European universities in partnership with a Chinese and Brazilian university.
MSc European Forestry welcomes people from around the world to apply. For further information, please visit:
http://www.europeanforestry.net
Please forward this message to anyone who might be interested in applying.
Best regards,
Pauliina Karvinen
Planning officer
T: +358 13 251 4411
E: pauliina.karvinen(a)uef.fi
W: http://www.uef.fi/metsa
University of Eastern Finland
School of Forest Sciences
P.O. Box 111
80101 Joensuu
FINLAND
*TENURE TRACK POSITION IN FOREST ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY*
**
*Under the Institutional Policy for the Recruitment of New Professorial
Resources, UQAM (http://www.uqam.ca) is looking for the most qualified
human resources to assure quality development in all areas and the
renewal of its professorial staff. *
Applications are invited for a tenure track faculty position in the
Department of Biological Sciences, UQAM (http://www.bio.uqam.ca) in the
area of forest ecosystem productivity. Candidates must have research
expertise in tree or stand productivity, soil-tree interactions, the
genetic improvement and molecular biology of tree growth, ecophysiology,
or modelling at the tree, stand, or landscape scale. The successful
candidate must be able to develop an independent research program in the
area while bringing expertise to the department, and must apply for a
Canada Research Chair (level 2: http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/) in
April 2012.
We are looking for a motivated person with postdoctoral experience and a
Ph.D. obtained less than 10 years ago. The successful candidate must
have an excellent publication record in the above areas; their research
must demonstrate a tangible link to forest ecosystem productivity. The
successful candidate will join one of the most important forest ecology
research groups in Canada (CFR -- UQAM: http://www.cef-cfr.ca/) in a
very dynamic department, which includes a diversity of research groups
in forest ecology, aquatics, evolution, and behaviour. He or she will be
encouraged to interact actively with the members of the CFR, but also
with the other ecology groups at UQAM.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses
using the innovative problem-based learning approach of the department.
He or she will teach in some of the following areas: general ecology,
forest ecology, ecosystem ecology, modelling, and statistics. All
courses are taught in French. Non-francophone professors will be offered
a training period, but must master written and spoken French to quality
for tenure. The successful candidate will also be expected to
participate in the university community and to train graduate students.
STARTING DATE: June 2012 at the earliest
RENUMERATION: According to the SPUQ-UQAM collective agreement
*Equity is a policy at UQAM; women, Aboriginal peoples, members of
visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to
apply. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,
Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. *
Interested candidates should submit a detailed curriculum vitae, signed
and dated, in French; a sample of publications; and three letters of
recommendation (sent directly) by mail or e-mail before October 7^th ,
2011, 17h00, to
Monsieur Yves Prairie, directeur
Département des sciences biologiques
Université du Québec à Montréal
C.P. 8888, Succursale Centre-Ville
Montréal, Québec, H3C 3P8
Telephone:(514) 987-3000, poste 4870
Fax: (514) 987-4647
prairie.yves(a)uqam.ca
Internet: http://www.rhu.uqam.ca
2011 Emerald Ash Borer Research and Technology Development Meeting
Wooster, Ohio
October 12 and 13, 2011
Call for Oral and Poster Presentations Deadline: September 9, 2011. See
the following link for directions for submitting presentations:
http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/eab2011conf/t01_pageview2/Call_for_Papers.ht
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Ohio State University is pleased host the 2011 Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
Research and Technology Development Meeting at the Ohio Agricultural
Research and Development Center (OARDC) in Wooster, Ohio. This meeting
replaces the Research and Technology Developments meetings hosted by USDA
APHIS in past years. We expect a program packed with reports on the latest
EAB related technology developments and research results. A poster session
with a cash bar will be held the evening of October 12. All researchers who
have received USDA funding for EAB related research are especially
encouraged to submit papers and posters for presentation, but submissions
for all EAB related research will be welcomed.
Attendance is limited to the first 250 people that register. The
registration fee is $50 ($25 for single day), which includes continental
breakfast, breaks, and lunch both days.
See the following website for registration and lodging information,
instructions for submitting paper and poster title, and an agenda (when
finalized):
http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/eab2011conf
Funding and other support for this meeting has been provided by Ohio State
University and USDA APHIS.
Please excuse any duplicate postings.
Post Doctoral Position in Entomology at the University of Maryland
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
DEPARTMENT: Entomology
STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
ADDITIONAL SALARY INFO: This is a full time 2 year position with the
possibility of a 1 year renewal. The University of Maryland offers a health
benefits package.
DESCRIPTION: The Department of Entomology at the University of Maryland, in
cooperation with the USDA ARS, is seeking a post doctoral candidate in
Biological Control. The post doc candidate will be expected to develop a
strong research program focusing on biological control of Emerald Ash Borer
evaluating exotic parasitoids and indigenous natural enemies. This project
consists of both field and laboratory components. The successful candidate
is expected to show initiative and innovation and be able to work
independently as well as part of a team. The candidate will conduct
research under the supervision of Dr. Paula Shrewsbury in the Department of
Entomology at the UMD in College Park MD, in collaboration with Dr. Jian
Duan of the USDA ARS in Newark DE.
The Department of Entomology has excellent infrastructure support. College
Park is the flagship campus of the University System of Maryland. The
University's proximity to Washington, D.C. offers diverse opportunities for
partnerships with governmental and non-profit organizations and research
groups.
QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a recent Ph.D. in Entomology or a
closely related field. Research experience in classical biological control
and/or wood boring insects is highly preferred. Strong statistical skills
would be helpful. The candidate must enjoy working outdoors and be in good
physical condition to endure the rigors of field research in MD.
TO APPLY: Application packet should include a letter of intent addressing
applicant's research experience and skills, and long term career goals;
curriculum vitae; transcripts; names and contact information of three
references that are familiar with your research. Submit applications
electronically to Joanne Lewis at jclewis(a)umd.edu. Call Joanne Lewis at
301-405-3912 if you have questions. For full consideration, complete
applications should be received by August 31, 2011. The search will
continue until the position is filled.
THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EMPLOYER AND STRONGLY ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM UNDERREPRESENTED GROUPS.
DEAR STUDENTS;
ENJOY IUFRO 2011 JOINT MEETING STAYING AT A LOVELY UNIQUE HOTEL AT THE
DOWTOWN, NEAR TO THE HISTORICAL TOWN WITH THIS INCREDIBLE PACKAGE INCLUDING:
* REGISTRATION FEE
* 4 NIGHTS AT THE ITALIANO HOTEL
* SHUTTLE SERVICE (ROUND TRIP: HOTEL - VENUE - HOTEL)
* USD 700* DBL based
* USD 850* SGL based
*Fees per person in American Dollars. Package is only for graduate and
postgraduate students. End of promotion August 30th or when available places
are allocated. One abstract submission will be accepted for poster
presentation only by August 30th.
Soledad Portugal
Coordinadora
CONGRESOS ELIS
+598 2706 9629/30
20 de Setiembre 1544
Montevideo Uruguay
www.congresoselis.com.uy
soledad.portugal(a)congresoselis.com.uy
2011 Emerald Ash Borer Research and Technology Development Meeting
Wooster, Ohio
October 12 and 13, 2011
$50 registration fee (includes continental breakfast, breaks, and lunch both
days)
Ohio State University is pleased host the 2011 Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
Research and Technology Development Meeting at the Ohio Agricultural
Research and Development Center (OARDC) in Wooster, Ohio. This meeting
replaces the Research and Technology Developments meetings hosted by USDA
APHIS in past years. We expect a program packed with reports on the latest
EAB related technology developments and research results. A poster session
with a cash bar will be held the evening of October 12. All researchers who
have received USDA funding for EAB related research are especially
encouraged to submit papers and posters for presentation, but submissions
for all EAB related research will be welcomed.
Attendance is limited to the first 250 people that register, so mark your
calendars and get your registration turned in early.
The deadline to submit paper and poster titles is September 9.
See the following website for registration and lodging information,
instructions for submitting paper and poster title, and an agenda (when
finalized):
http://www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/eab2011conf
Funding and other support for this meeting has been provided by Ohio State
University and USDA APHIS.
Please excuse any duplicate postings.
M.S. Graduate Assistantship in Forest Entomology
The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University
of Georgia, Athens invites applications for a M.S. Assistantship
starting in Fall 2011/Spring 2012. The research project will deal with
determining olfactory attractants for hymenopteran parasitoids of
siricids (woodwasps) in southern stands, assessing the efficacy of
different trapping designs for these parasitoid species, and determining
which types of disturbed forest stands are optimal for capturing the
highest numbers and diversity of parasitoids. This work will be
conducted in close collaboration with the Southern Research Station,
USDA Forest Service, Louisiana and Georgia, and Georgia Forestry
Commission.
The Forest Entomology laboratory (http://www.kamal.gandhi.uga.edu/)
works on a broad range of forest health issues, insect species, and
ecosystem-types. We invite applications fromhighly self-motivated and
enthusiastic students that are genuinely interested in working at the
forefront of forest health issues. Training in forest entomology will
be provided. Prior experience in forestry, entomology, and ecology will
be an asset. Interested students should submit a letter of interest,
current CV along contact information for 2-3 referees, and unofficial
transcripts to Dr. Kamal JK Gandhi (kgandhi(a)warnell.uga.edu;
706-542-4614).
The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources
(http://www.warnell.uga.edu/) is the oldest forestry school in the
south, has >70 faculty working in diverse fields, and provides exemplary
training of students in the fields of forestry, ecology, and
conservation biology. The School is housed in a four-building complex
on campus, and has >23,000 acres in the state for research, teaching,
and service activities. The University of Georgia (http://www.uga.edu/)
is a “land-grant and sea-grant university, and is also the state's
oldest, most comprehensive and most diversified institution of higher
education”. Its motto is: "to teach, to serve and to inquire into the
nature of things”. The University of Georgia is an affirmative action
and equal opportunity employer.
Dr. Kamal J.K. Gandhi
Assistant Professor of Forest Entomology; Forest Health and Protection
Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources
University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602
Office: 706-542-4614; Cell: 706-247-4025; Fax: 706-542-8356
Email: kgandhi(a)warnell.uga.edu
Lab Website: http://www.kamal.gandhi.uga.edu/
Dear FORENT and FORPATH list moderators, can you please send this info
through your member lists?
Regards,
Guillermo
Dear colleagues,
After many requests of extending the deadline for abstract submission for
the 2011 IUFRO Forest Health Joint Meeting to be held at Colonia del
Sacramento, Uruguay, the organizing committee has decided to extend
deadlines till next 20th July.
Please visit our webpage http://www.iufrouruguay2011.org for registration,
abstract submission and all news about this upcoming event.
We are glad to announce that we have confirmed the participation of the
following speakers during plenary sessions:
Prof. Juan Corley from the Insect Ecology Group of the National Institute
for Agricultural Technology (INTA), Bariloche, Argentina,
Prof. Treena Burgess from CRC for Forestry, Biological Sciences and
Biotechnology, Murdoch University, Australia,
Prof. Carlos Wilcken from Faculdade de Ciências Agronômicas, Campus of
Botucatu, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Brazil,
Prof. Bernard Slippers from the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology
Institute (FABI), University of Pretoria, South Africa.
Do not miss this opportunity to participate in this International Meeting
taking place in South America for the first time. Please do not hesitate to
contact me, would you need more information (guillermoiufro2011(a)gmail.com)
and looking forward to see you all in November in Colonia del Sacramento,
Guillermo Pérez
--
Dr. Guillermo Perez
Executive coordinator
http://www.iufrouruguay2011.org
guillermoiufro2011(a)gmail.com
gperez(a)inia.org.uy
(00598) 95084223
(00598) 43728663
Greetings,
As many of you have no doubt heard, an Asian longhorned beetle infestation
has been detected in Ohio. A while ago, perhaps a year or two, I remember
reading a fairly long and interesting article (perhaps circulated in email
form, and perhaps on this listserv) that chronicled some of the
communication challenges and controversy surrounding the ALB infestation and
eradication program in Worchester, MA. If I recall the article correctly,
it may hold some useful lessons for those of us focused on ALB outreach
efforts in Ohio.
Does this article ring a bell with anyone? If so, could you help me put my
finger on it? Thanks for any help!
Best regards,
Dan Herms
Professor and Associate Chairperson
Department of Entomology
The Ohio State University
Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center
1680 Madison Ave.
Wooster, OH 44691
Phone: 330-202-3506
Cell: 330-749-5453
Fax: 330-263-3686
email: herms.2(a)osu.edu
