September 2006 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Dept of Conservation: Tender for Sea lion research - closes 29 S eptember 2006
by tgrose＠DOC.GOVT.NZ 10 Sep '06

10 Sep '06

For prompt circulation please... ****** Department of Conservation - Tender for science research: The Conservation Services Programme of the Marine Conservation Unit is tendering for the following services: POP 2006/01 The effects of fisheries interactions on the New Zealand Sea Lion Contractors are invited to express interest in tendering for the above services, to be carried out for the Department of Conservation at the Auckland Islands, one of New Zealand's Sub Antarctic islands. The services will consist of characterising the demographic parameters of the New Zealand sea lion population on the Auckland Islands; and modelling demographics of New Zealand sea lion in relation to fishing. Tenders close noon on Friday 29 September 2006. Further information and tender documents can be requested from Tracey Grose (tgrose(a)doc.govt.nz or +64-4-471-3288) ***** ############################################## This e-mail (and attachments) is confidential and may be legally privileged. ##############################################

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Training course - Bottlenose dolphin interactions with fisheries and aquaculture
by Bruno Diaz 10 Sep '06

10 Sep '06

Please see the announcement below. There are still a few places available, although the courses date is less than a month ahead. Please note: further information can be viewed and printed out from the following website:www.geocities.com/B_D_R_I The Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute - BDRI - http://www.geocities.com/B_D_R_I offers one-two weeks intensive classes open to any individuals interested in bottlenose dolphins behaviour and interaction with human activities (oportunistic feeding). The successful completion of the course will earn a Certificate of Attendance. For further information see below and please contact: B_D_R_I(a)yahoo.com Classes Summary: INTERACTION BETWEEN BOTTLENOSE DOLPHINS WITH FISHERIES - AQUACULTURE AND INCIDENTAL CAPTURES: This course offers an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to obtain field and laboratory training in methodology and analysis for the study of interactions between Mediterranean bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) with small scale commercial fisheries (gillnets and trawlers & aquaculture) under the mentorship of bottlenose dolphin researchers. It will provide practical information about bottlenose dolphin behaviour, drawing on the rich background of bottlenose dolphin work on the North-eastern coast of Sardinia. Interactions with fisheries are potentially harmful to marine mammals (e.g. depletion of fish stocks, direct kills in fisheries, and incidental captures in fishing gear) and to humans (e.g. gear damage, etc). There is a long history of interactions between common bottlenose dolphins and coastal, small scale commercial fisheries in the Mediterranean Sea; where bottlenose dolphins adversely interact with the fisheries, particularly when gillnets are used. Students will participate in boat-based research surveys investigating behaviour and interactions between bottlenose dolphins on the northeastern coast of Sardinia, Italy. The course will last 6 or 13 days, and - weather permitting - we will be out on the water at least during 4 or 10 of these days. Students will actively participate in data collection and analyses as part of an ongoing research. All classes will be in a form of both (i) lectures that will lead to "informal" discussion, hopefully ending with a constructive brain-storming on specific topics, and (ii) instructions with hand-on practical component, especially when it involves field techniques or analytical lab techniques. Topics covered will include: Behavioural sampling methods, Feeding behaviour, Oportunistic feeding, Fisheries, Aquaculture and Practical Training on the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. The course fee will cover you for full board (all your accommodation and food costs in the base), seminars fee, and ALL associated field costs during your stay with us. You'll simply need to arrange your own travel iterinary to us in Golfo Aranci (Smerald coast, north-eastern coast of Sardinia, Italy), plus any personal spending money. For registration and more information, B_D_R_I(a)yahoo.com The dates are as follow: Session 1: September 25-30, 2006 (six days course); Courses fee 450 - students arrive on September 25, morning - September 25-30, classes and fieldwork (6 days) - students leave in the afternoon September 30. Session 2: October 02-07, 2006 (six days course); Courses fee 450 - students arrive on October 02, morning - October 02-07, classes and fieldwork (6 days) - students leave in the afternoon October 07. Session 3: September 25 - October 07 (two weeks course); Courses fee 800 - students arrive on September 25, morning - September 25- October 07, classes and fieldwork (13 days) - students leave in the afternoon October 07. Session 4: November 13-18, 2006 (six days course); Courses fee 450 - students arrive on November 13, morning - November 13-18, classes and fieldwork (6 days) - students leave in the afternoon November 18. Location The courses will take place at a unique field location, Golfo Aranci, a small village on the Smerald Coast (north-eastern Sardinia, Italy). Golfo Aranci is approximately 8 miles north of Obia City. This is approximately 20 minutes by bus or train from Olbia. Direct flights to Olbia airport (Sardinia) can be booked from London, Rome, Frankfurt. Airlines services to Olbia include Easyjet, Lufthansa, HLX, Meridiana, Alitalia, Iberia. Lectures and Instructions by: The classes instructor, Mr. Bruno Díaz López has over 11 years of experience, across diverse disciplines including marine mammals research, and particularly in bottlenose dolphin behaviour. Scientific Papers - Díaz López, B. 2006. Interactions between Mediterranean bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) and gillnets off Sardinia, Italy. ICES Journal of Marine Science, 63 : 5 pp. - Díaz López, B. 2006. Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) Predation on a Marine Fin Fish Farm: Some Underwater Observations (Predazione del tursiope nellaquacultura: osservazioni sottacqua). Aquatic Mammals 2006, 32(3), 305 310. - Díaz López, B. & Bernal Shiray, J.A., 2006. Diurnal & Nocturnal behaviour of bottlenose dolphin groups with emphasis on foraging activity on the northeastern coast of Sardinia (Italy). 20th Annual Conference of the European Cetacean Society 2006 Gdynia, Polonia. - Díaz López, B., Marini, L. and Polo, F. 2005. The Impact of a fish farm on a Bottlenose dolphin population in the Mediterranean Sea. Thalassas, an International Journal of Marine Sciences, 2005, 21(1):53-58. - Díaz López, B., 2005. A survey of anti-bottlenose dolphin control at marine fish farm. 6º Convegno Nazionale sui Cetacei e sulle Tartarughe Marine. Novembre. Comune di Sperlonga, Italia. - Díaz López, B. & Bernal Shiray, J.A., 2005. Analysis of diving behaviour on bottlenose dolphins studied in the inshore waters of Sardinia. 6º Convegno Nazionale sui Cetacei e sulle Tartarughe Marine. Novembre. Comune di Sperlonga, Italia. - Díaz López, B., 2005.Interactions between bottlenose dolphins with trammel nets in the Sardinia Island. International Council for the Exploration of the Sea ICES Document CM 2005 / X: 01. - Díaz López, B., 2005. Interaction between bottlenose dolphins and fish farms: could there be an economic impact? International Council for the Exploration of the Sea ICES Document CM 2005/X:10, 16pp. - Polo, F; Díaz López, B.; Marini, L. & Brovelli, M., 2002. Fast ferries influence on the bottlenose dolphin presence and social structure in waters of North-eastern Sardinia. 16th Annual Conference European Cetacean Society. Liege, Belgio. - Díaz López, B.; Marini, L.; Polo, F. & Brovelli, M., 2002. Photo-identification of bottlenose dolphin in waters of north-eastern Sardinia. 16th Annual Conference European Cetacean Society. Liege, Belgio. - Díaz López, B., Marini, L. & Polo, F., 2004. Evolution of a bottlenose dolphin population in the Noth-Eastern waters of Sardinia (Italy). In: European Research on Cetaceans 15 (Ed- P.G.H. Evans). European Cetacean Society, pp 70-73. Cambrigde, UK. - Díaz López, B., Polo, F. and Marini, L., 2001. Feeding Behaviour of bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) along the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. 29th Annual Symposium European Association of Aquatic Mammals. Genova 9-12 Marzo 2001. - Díaz López, B., Marini, L., Polo, F. and Brovelli, M., 2001. Etologia del tursiope, Tursiops truncatus (Montagu, 1821), lungo la costa nord-orientale della Sardegna. 5º Convegno Nazionale sui Cetacei e sulle Tartarughe Marine. 6 9 Dicembre. Comune di Monte Argentario (GR), Italia. - Díaz López, B., Marini, L.., Polo, F. and Brovelli, M., 2001. Influenza dei traghetti veloci sulla presenza e la struttura sociale del tursiope, Tursiops truncatus (Montagu, 1821), nelle acque della Sardegna. 5º Convegno Nazionale sui Cetacei e sulle Tartarughe Marine. 6 9 Dicembre. Comune di Monte Argentario (GR), Italia. - Díaz López, B., Marini, L.., Polo, F. and Brovelli, M., 2001. Fotoidentificazione di tursiope, Tursiops truncatus (Montagu, 1821), presenti nelle acque della costa Nord-orientale della Sardegna. 5º Convegno Nazionale sui Cetacei e sulle Tartarughe Marine. 6 9 Dicembre. Comune di Monte Argentario (GR), Italia. - Arcangelli, A., Caltavuturo, G., Chiota, D., Díaz López, B., Marini, L., Nannarelli, S., and Tringalli., M., 1999. Progetto Tursiope: primi risultati del progetto nazionale di studio sulle popolazioni di Tursiops truncatus nelle acque italiane 4º Convegno Nazionale sui Cetacei e sulle Tartarughe Marine. Museo civico di storia naturale di Milano, Novembre 1999. Centro Studi Cetacei, Italia. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

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Marine Science Field Study Program
by Beam Reach Marine Science and Sustainability School 09 Sep '06

09 Sep '06

, Learn how to be an active part of the recovery and conservation of the marine environment through field science. All while earning 18 science credits from the University of Washington, learning to sail, and experiencing the life of a field scientist. Apply Now These are the research topics that the current students have tentatively chosen. Follow their progress and get a feeling for what you could be doing with your Spring quarter. Fall 06 Student Papers and Experiences Tentative Research Paper Titles: Determining behavioral context of pulsed calls and whistles in southern resident killer whales Surface behaviors and events of southern resident killer whales: Are they responding to vessels in the Salish Sea? Localizing vocalizations: Who is calling? Behavioral and acoustic correlates among southern resident killer whales: Do particular vocalizations cue specific types of behavior? Analysis of the ability of vessel noise to mask killer whale communication The effect of bathymetry on southern resident killer whale vocalizations Apply now for the Spring 07 program. We operate a rolling admissions process, so it is first qualified, first accepted. Early applicants also have a greater chance of receiving Beam Reach financial aid. The conservation and recovery of the marine environment rests in the hands of educated, dedicated, and motivated people. Learn how you can participate. Apply Now We encourage you to forward this to your friends and colleagues. You can also sign up for our newsletter. We'll keep you updated and informed about the progress of Beam Reach students and the recovery of the endangered killer whales. Sign Up We hope to see you on board in Spring 07. Tracy Smith tracy(a)beamreach.org 1.800.839.7495

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Thanks to David Janiger
by Dr. Charles Anderson 09 Sep '06

09 Sep '06

Dear All, This month marks the completion of five years of the pdf distribution service provided through Marman by David Janiger. Living and working in an area remote from good library services, I find his efforts absolutely invaluable. And I am sure I cannot be the only one. In fact he tells me he has sent out papers to over 2000 of us, and apparently averages 5-600 requests each month. I don't know how he does it, but I'm really glad he does. A big "Thank you" Dave, and to the Marman editors for supporting his efforts! Chas Anderson Maldives

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New paper on feeding ecology of Fiordland bottlenose dolphins
by Susan Mærsk Lusseau 08 Sep '06

08 Sep '06

Dear Marmamers, I am pleased to announce the release of this new article on the feeding ecology of Fiordland bottlenose dolphins: Lusseau, S.M. and S.R. Wing. 2006. Importance of local production versus pelagic subsidies in the diet of an isolated population of bottlenose dolphins Tursiops sp. Marine Ecology Progress Series 321:283–293 ABSTRACT: Isolated populations can be strongly influenced by patterns in the local production of food, and by subsidies from outside sources. We used stable-isotope analysis to investigate the relative importance of autochthonous food resources versus pelagic subsidies in the diet of the isolated population of bottlenose dolphins *Tursiops sp*. inhabiting Doubtful Sound, New Zealand. Samples of the primary carbon sources (macroalgae, phytoplankton and chemoautotrophs) as well as potential food sources (fish and squid) were collected from Doubtful Sound and analysed for δ13 C and δ15N. Isotopic signatures of fishes fell along a gradient from very depleted values for deep benthic species, particularly hagfish Eptatretus cirrhatus ( δ13C –23.6, δ15N 6.3), to intermediate values for pelagic species (δ13C –18.1, δ 15N 11.3) and more enriched values for reef-associated species (δ13C –16.1, δ15N 14.4). Exfoliated skin tissue was collected from live dolphins (n = 11) and used to estimate the isotopic signature of dolphin diet (δ13C –15.4, δ15N 14.2). The position of this estimate at the most enriched end of the range of isotopic signatures indicated that there was likely minimal mixing of resources from different habitats and that a majority of the dolphin population's diet came from rocky reef and demersal habitats. Estimates of δ13C and δ15N for dolphin diet were compared with isotopic signatures of the different primary carbon sources using a multiple-source mixing model. Both results suggest that the diet of this population was primarily made up of autochthonous carbon production with a large contribution from benthic macroalgae, rather than pelagic subsidies from outside of the Sound. The paper is available from the journals webpage: http://www.int-res.com/abstracts/meps/v321/ Or alternatively by email from me. Best wishes Susan -- Susan Mærsk Lusseau, M.Sc. Department of Biology Dalhousie University 1355 Oxford St. Halifax Nova Scotia CANADA B3H 4J1 Email: smaersk at gmail.com --

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new paper on data archive for acoustic MM recognition
by Dave Mellinger 08 Sep '06

08 Sep '06

The following paper has just appeared: Mellinger, D.K., and C.W. Clark. 2006. MobySound: A reference archive for studying automatic recognition of marine mammal sounds. Applied Acoustics 67(11-12):1226-1242. Please contact David.Mellinger(a)oregonstate.edu (today) or Sara.Heimlich(a)oregonstate.edu (next week) for a copy. Abstract: A reference archive has been constructed to facilitate research on automatic recognition of marine mammal sounds. The archive enables researchers to have access to recorded sounds from a variety of marine species, sounds that can be very difficult to obtain in the field. The archive also lets researchers use different sound-recognition methods on a common set of sounds, making it possible to compare directly the effectiveness of the different methods. In recognizing sounds in a given recording, the type and frequency of noise present has a strong effect on the difficulty of the recognition problem; a measure of the amount of interference was devised, the "time-local, in-band, signal-to-noise ratio", and was applied to each sound in the archive. Current entries in the archive comprise low frequency sounds of large whales, and have about 14,000 vocalizations from eight species of baleen whales. MobySound may be accessed at http://hmsc.oregonstate.edu/projects/MobySound/. Contr ibutions to the archive are welcomed.

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Three Ph.D. projects available in an ecosystem approach to a study of dolphin ecology, prey, genetics and human impacts in Western Australia
by Lars Bejder 07 Sep '06

07 Sep '06

Dear Marmam Readers, Murdoch University, in collaboration with the University of New South Wales and University of Zurich/Switzerland, is about to commence a large dolphin research program, initially focussing on bottlenose dolphins off Bunbury, south-western Australia, about 160 km south of Perth. This is the first stage of a long-term commitment to research in the region by Murdoch University to preserve the balance between conservation of marine environments and sustainability of local dolphin tourism and industrial-port activities. The overall aim of this first step is to assess the long-term viability of the bottlenose dolphin Tursiops sp. population around Bunbury by building an understanding of their ecology, biology, gene flow with other geographic areas and interactions with the environment, food resources and human activities. This research will commence with five synergistic projects, each associated with a Ph.D., and supervised by leading researchers in their fields. The aim of Project 1 (supervised by Dr Lars Bejder and Prof. Stuart Bradley) is to gain an understanding of the abundance, ecology, biology and natural history of the local dolphin population in the waters around Bunbury. Results from Project 1 will provide fundamental information to all other projects. The aim of Project 2 (Drs Peter Spencer, Michael Kruetzen and Assoc. Prof. Bill Sherwin) is to estimate the genetic connectedness between various populations of Tursiops along the south-western WA coast from Albany to north of metropolitan Perth, with an emphasis on dolphins inhabiting the Bunbury area. Project 3 (Prof. Neil Loneragan and Dr Lars Bejder) examines the dynamics of dolphin prey species in relation to dolphin distribution and abundance and the environment. Research in this project will be carried out in close collaboration with the research in Project 1. Project 4 (Dr Lars Bejder and Prof. Stuart Bradley) investigates the impacts of human activities on dolphins (tourism, shipping, port development, recreation). Projects 1-4 will provide data to modify an existing demographic model of WA dolphins and to forecast the future growth or decline of the Bunbury population under a variety of impact and management scenarios for Project 5 (Assoc. Prof. Bill Sherwin and Prof. Stuart Bradley). We are currently seeking applications from highly qualified candidates for the three Ph.D. projects – Project 2 (“dolphin genetics”), 3 (“dolphin prey”) and 4 (“impacts on dolphins”). Ph.D. students for Projects 1 and 5 have already been selected. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL THREE Ph.D. POSITIONS: As the overall project consists of five inter-related components, the successful candidates will be expected to be able to work independently but also in close collaboration with a team of interdisciplinary researchers. Applicants must enjoy working in a team and be willing to work with and lead small groups of volunteers. Successful candidates will be team-orientated, self-motivated, independent, enthusiastic, hard-working, organized and have strong communication and people skills. The ability to work relatively unsupervised, plan work, achieve results and demonstrate commitment will be looked upon favorably in the selection process. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH Ph.D. PhD Project #2: Dolphin genetics. Contact: Dr. Krützen (michael.kruetzen(a)aim.unizh.ch) cc: Dr. Bejder (l.bejder(a)murdoch.edu.au) See: http://www.aim.unizh.ch/Members/Kruetzen.html *Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for students for Project 2 are a BSc (Hons) or Masters degree. Students with previous expertise in population genetics and/or evolutionary biology, as well as expertise in molecular lab-techniques (STR analysis, DNA sequencing) are especially encouraged to apply. As part of the laboratory work will be carried out in Zurich/Switzerland, the selected candidate is expected to spend a significant amount of time overseas during the first one-two years of the PhD candidacy. Applicants are encouraged to address all of the above criteria, and keep applications as short and concise as possible. Applications in electronic format should be directed to Michael Krützen (michael.kruetzen(a)aim.unizh.ch) PhD Project # 3: Dolphin prey. Contact: Prof. Loneragan (n.loneragan(a)murdoch.edu.au) cc: Dr. Bejder (l.bejder(a)murdoch.edu.au) see http://wwwscieng.murdoch.edu.au/centres/fish/index.html *Qualifications: An undergraduate (first-class honors) or graduate (MSc) degree in biology, marine science, animal ecology, conservation or a related field. Basic computer proficiency and Microsoft Access literacy. GIS experience is preferred. Skills in experimental design and statistics would be valuable. A strong interest and background in analytical, quantitative and statistical techniques. Have previous field experience in fish biology and ecology with a focus on identifying patterns of distribution and abundance, age and growth. Previous boat handling experience would be advantageous. Applications in electronic format should be directed to Neil Loneragan (n.loneragan(a)murdoch.edu.au) PhD Project # 4: Impacts on dolphins. Contact: Dr. Bejder (l.bejder(a)murdoch.edu.au) * Qualifications: An undergraduate (first-class honors) or graduate (MSc) degree in biology, marine science, animal behaviour, conservation or a related field. Basic computer proficiency and Microsoft Access literacy. GIS experience is preferred. Matlab skills desirable. A strong interest and background in analytical, quantitative and statistical techniques. Previous field experience in theodolite tracking, acoustics, behavioural observations and photo-identification of dolphins will be looked favorably upon. Previous boat handling experience would be advantageous. Applications in electronic format should be directed to Lars Bejder (l.bejder(a)murdoch.edu.au) THE DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 25TH SEPTEMBER, 2006, AND MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING (LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOTE BE REVIEWED): 1. Curriculum vitae; 2. Letter of intent – specifying your interest in the specific Ph.D. project; 3. Two letters of reference, from professors or research supervisors who are familiar with your scholarship and work ethics; 4. A letter listing classes taken and grades obtained. An official transcript is not necessary - a copy is sufficient. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION: The selected applicants for Projects 2, 3 and 4 are subsequently expected to apply, on a competitive basis, for an Australian Postgraduate Award Scholarship and a Murdoch University Research Scholarship. For scholarship information, see below: Australian, New Zealand and Australian permanent resident applications for scholarships see (deadline 31 October 2006): http://www.research.murdoch.edu.au/gradcentre/scholar.html#MURDOCHSCHOL International student applications for scholarships see (deadline 30 Sept 2006): http://www.research.murdoch.edu.au/gradcentre/Internat.html Please note: international scholarships are highly competitive. All the best, Lars Bejder Research Leadership Fellow Centre for Fish and Fisheries Research Murdoch University South Street, Murdoch, 6150 Western Australia Ph: ++ 61 (0) 8 9360 6027 Fax: ++ 61 (0) 8 9360 6303 Email: l.bejder(a)murdoch.edu.au http://wwwscieng.murdoch.edu.au/centres/fish/people/LarsBejder.html

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Workshop announcement - Anuncio de taller (SOMEMMA-SOLAMAC)
by Cristiane Cavalcante de Albuquerque Martins 06 Sep '06

06 Sep '06

Spanish version at the bottom The following workshop will be offered at the beggining of the First International Conference on the Study of Aquatic Mammals organized jointly by the Mexican Society for Marine Mammalogy (SOMEMMA) and the Latin-American Society of Specialists in Aquatic Mammals (SOLAMAC) to be held in Merida, Yucatan from the 5th to the 9th of November 2006. Workshop: Geographic Information System: a Conservation tool Organized by Cristiane C.A Martins Email: albuquerquecris(a)yahoo.com.br Date: November 5th (9 - 18h) Abstract: The success of conservation strategies is linked to the knowledge of the species distribution, and of their relationship with the environment. In this context, the Geographic Information System (GIS) becomes an important tool of analyses and serve as basis to decision makers. In a few words, we can define GIS as a database of information that have an geographical component alowing their localization in space. GIS has great ability to handle spatial data, their corresponding attributes and is able to integrate different kinds of information in one unique fast analysis. These characteristics allow the planning of scenarios, models for analysis, and for detection of change. In relation to aquatic mammals, direct observation and historical data, from the whaling period, as well as telemetry have been used in GIS, where predictive and causative analysis can be done. The aim of this workshop is to present this tool and their main aplications to new scientistis and provide the exchange of information and experience among scientists that are using GIS methods and software. The workshop will consist of a number of invited talks, submitted presentations, and a discussion session. Registration: For those wishing to attend or offer a talk at this workshop, please contact Cristiane C. de A. Martins (albuquerquecris(a)yahoo.com.br) There is limited space available and attendance will be on a first come, first serve basis, so you should contact me soon to reserve a place. The deadline for offers of talks is October 1th. A programme will be posted to attendees by 15 October, by which time all applications to attend should be received. Resumen: El éxito de las estrategias de conservación está relacionado al conocimiento de la distribución geográfica de las especies y de su relación con el medio ambiente. En este contexto, el Sistema de Información Geográfica (SIG) se presenta como una herramienta de análisis y de apoyo a la decisión. De manera simplificada, podemos definir SIG como un banco de datos cuyas informaciones tienen un componente geográfico permitiendo así su localización en el espacio. El SIG presenta una gran habilidad de manipular datos espaciales, sus atributos correspondientes y de integrar diferentes tipos de datos en un único análisis y en alta velocidad permitiendo, de esta manera, la planificación de escenarios, modelos de decisión, detección y análisis de cambios. En relación a los mamíferos acuáticos, además de datos de observación directa, datos de caza y telemetria han venido siendo utilizados en el ambiente de SIG donde pueden ser realizadas análisis de previsión y de relaciones causales. El presente workshop tiene por objetivo presentar esta herramienta y sus principales aplicaciones a los jóvenes científicos así como propiciar el encuentro de los profesionales que la utilizan, objetivando el intercambio de experiencias, metodologías y softwares empleados. El workshop consistirá en presentaciones orales de invitados y sometidas y de una sesión de discusión. Inscripciones: Para aquellos que deseen asistir o dar una charla en la reunión del grupo de trabajo, por favor entrar en contacto con Cristiane C. de A. Martins (albuquerquecris(a)yahoo.com.br) Debido a las limitaciones de espacio, las inscripciones se hacen por orden de llegada, por lo tanto se recomienda entrar en contacto a la brevedad para reservar lugar. El plazo para ofrecer charlas es hasta el 1 de octubre. El programa será enviado a los participantes el 15 de octubre. Todas las inscripciones para participar deben haberse enviado hasta esa fecha. http://reunion2006.somemma.org/index.html Cristiane Cavalcante de Albuquerque Martins albuquerquecris(a)yahoo.com.br http://perso.orange.fr/albuquerquemartins/ _______________________________________________________ Novidade no Yahoo! Mail: receba alertas de novas mensagens no seu celular. Registre seu aparelho agora! http://br.mobile.yahoo.com/mailalertas/

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Marine Scientist Position Available
by Steve Silva 05 Sep '06

05 Sep '06

An environmental and engineering consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Marine Mammal Biologist for its Hampton, VA office. The successful candidate would be responsible for scientific content on various environmental projects and contribute their marine mammal expertise to the existing Marine Sciences group. Projects include, but are not limited to, marine resources, environmental, and biological assessments. Job duties include: v Preparing the marine mammal sections of marine resources assessments and environmental assessment documents in support of NEPA, ESA, MMPA, CZCA, or the MSFCMA/SFA, as well as other projects; v Researching, acquiring, and synthesizing marine mammal data and literature for use in environmental reports; v Acting as a team leader/principal investigator with responsibility for specific projects or subject areas; v Communicating with government, academic, and industry researchers and scientists; v Preparing and giving presentations to clients, colleagues, or at scientific or military meetings; v Participating in project team meetings and attend meetings with third parties/clients as required; v Traveling to client locations, project sites, symposia or other meetings, or other regional offices as required; and v Analyzing protected species survey data, including application of statistical tests, as necessitated by projects. Experience and Skills Required: A background integrating living marine resources and their physical marine environment is essential. Two to five years experience working preferably for, but not limited to, a regulatory agency, consulting firm, or military environmental group. The successful candidate will possess strong technical writing, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently while functioning in an environment of changing priorities and time constraints. Candidates possessing experience in marine mammal surveying/monitoring, SAS, ESRI GIS, and/or EndNoteT software, marine/aquatic field collections or monitoring, ,and familiarity with marine regulations/legislation will have the advantage. U.S. Navy experience, particularly with operations or training, is also a plus. Education: M.S. degree in Marine Biology, Wildlife or Environmental Management, or Oceanography with emphasis in coursework and experience related to the study of marine mammals. Employment Status: Regular Full-Time w/ full benefits, available immediately. Position is in the Hampton, Virginia office. Interested candidates should submit their resume or CV and a scientific writing sample (sole author preferred but first author designation is also acceptable) to the attention of Steve Silva, Recruiter, via email to steve.silva(a)comcast.net Steve Silva Search Consultant

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Right Whale News
by Hans Neuhauser 05 Sep '06

05 Sep '06

Free Subscriptions to Right Whale News Available Right Whale News is a quarterly newsletter that promotes the recovery of the North Atlantic right whale, Eubalaena glacialis. The newsletter, initiated in 1994, promotes information exchange, cooperation among those active in recovery efforts, improvement of efficiency, the enhancement of commitment and stimulating action. Topics regularly covered include management, education, research and upcoming events. Coverage of southern and North Pacific right whale topics is also provided on a limited basis. The current issue, available at www.gepinstitute.com/RWNAugust06.doc includes articles entitled "Feds propose new restrictions on ship traffic to help safeguard right whales;" "Elements of the ship strike reduction strategy;" "Right whale in Bay of Fundy hit by ship;" "Right whale funding update;" "Plan now to attend the North Atlantic right whale Consortium annual meeting;" "The Urban Whale;" "Volunteer Network News;" "A visit to the Georgia Aquarium;" "Changes;" "Critical habitat designated for North Pacific right whale;" "Report from Argentina;" "Scientific literature and reports;" and "Calendar of Events." Produced by the Georgia Environmental Policy Institute, a nonprofit organization located in Athens, Georgia, USA, the newsletter is distributed electronically to over 800 subscribers in 19 countries. Subscriptions are free. To subscribe, send an email to the editor, Hans Neuhauser, at hansneuhauser(a)bellsouth.net and enter the word "subscribe" in the subject box.

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