November 2007 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Duke Marine Lab Summer Marine Mammal Course
by Caroline Good 10 Nov '07

10 Nov '07

The Duke University Marine Laboratory invites applications to its summer field course on the biology of marine mammals. Topics covered include the ecology, behavior, management and conservation of marine mammals, with emphasis on field study of the local population of bottlenose dolphins. Dates: Summer Term II: 7 July - 8 August 2008 Course limit: 15 students (undergraduates, graduate students, professionals) Application deadline (if applying for Global Fellowship): 15 February 2008 Application deadline (if applying for Tuition Scholarship): 1 April 2008 Application deadline (no funding support): 8 June 2008 This is a field and laboratory-intensive course designed to provide first-hand experience with research techniques such as photo-identification and mark-recapture analysis, sampling prey distribution and abundance, behavioral sampling techniques, acoustic recording and analysis, and dissection techniques. As part of Summer Term II Integrated Marine Conservation Program, a core course BIO 109/ENV 209 (Conservation Biology and Policy) may be taken with Marine Mammals. Students are encouraged (but not required) to take both courses. Approximately ten Global Fellowships in Marine Conservation will be awarded on a competitive basis to international students, especially those from developing countries, and will fully cover travel expenses, room and board, and tuition for both BIO 109/ENV 209 Conservation Biology and Policy plus one elective course subject to availability. Electives include: Biology and Conservation of Sea Turtles; Marine Mammals; Marine Ecology; Marine Invertebrate Zoology; and Independent Research. Experience the beautiful North Carolina coast! Join students from all over the world in participating in this unique summer session experience. Enrollment is limited, apply early! For more information: mL_admissions(a)nicholas.duke.edu (Tel:252.504.7502). http://www.nicholas.duke.edu/marinelab/programs/summer2.html http://www.nicholas.duke.edu/marinelab/admissions/forms.html http://www.env.duke.edu/marinelab/programs/scholarship.html

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Info request re: Independent Research Centers and Institutes
by Stephen Insley 09 Nov '07

09 Nov '07

Dear Marmammers: I am currently compiling information on small/medium (<50 people) sized independent research centers and institutes and would appreciate folks bringing any they know of to my attention. I am particularly interested in those in the Alaska and Pacific NW area whose primary focus is marine; information on any, however, would be good. URLs, if existent, would also be helpful. Thank you for your help! Steve Stephen J. Insley, PhD sinsley(a)ucsc.edu

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Digital Techniques Workshop at the Biennial Marine Mammal Conference (27-28 Nov)
by Sally Mizroch 09 Nov '07

09 Nov '07

Hi all, There may be a few slots open for the Digital Techniques Workshop (Seminar and Teaching Modules) scheduled for 27-28 November before our next biennial conference (see schedule at the link below and at the end of this e-mail). http://sally.mizroch.googlepages.com/digitaltechniquesprotocols Please contact me if you'd like more info or if you'd like to be put on the list. Best regards, Sally -.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.- Sally A. Mizroch Alaska Fisheries Science Center National Marine Mammal Laboratory 7600 Sand Point Way NE, Bldg 4 Seattle, WA 98115, USA voice: (206) 526-4030 fax: (206) 526-6615 e-mail: Sally.Mizroch(a)noaa.gov Digital Techniques Workshop Presentations/Round Table Discussion, Tuesday, 27 November 2007 Seminar Schedule 9:00 am to 9:15 am Introduction/Opening Remarks 9:20 am to 9:45 am Tim Cole Small Format Photogrammetry of North Atlantic Right Whales off the Northeastern US 9:50 am to 10:45 am Sally Mizroch Digital Integration and Digital Photo Matching: Integrating Digital Still, GPS and Whale Biopsy Data 10:45 am to 11:00 pm Coffee Break 11:00 am to 11:25 pm Groch A specifically designed database for storage of marine mammal stranding data 11:30 pm to 12:30 pm Fulton Non-invasive Tracking Using Inexpensive GPS and Wireless Technologies 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm Round Table Discussion of Field Data Gathering Technologies: Questions, Answers, Hopes and Dreams 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Lunch 2:00 pm to 2:25 pm Pearson Finscan as a Tool to Match Dolphin Dorsal Fin Images 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm Mizroch FlukeFinder: A Do-it-Yourself Categorical Photo-ID Matching Database 3:15 pm to 3:45 pm Coffee Break 3:45 pm to 5:00 pm Round Table Discussion: Databases and Matching Approaches: Questions, Answers, Hopes and Dreams Hands on Teaching Modules, Wednesday, 28 November 2007 Workshop Schedule 9:00 am - 10:30 pm DIGITS Finscan Photo-ID/Digital DB Integration Non-invasive tracking with Pocket PC 10:30 pm - 11:00 pm Coffee Break 11:30 pm - 1:00 pm DIGITS Finscan FlukeFinder GIS Visualization and Analysis 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Lunch 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm DIGITS Finscan Photo-ID/Digital DB Integration Non-invasive tracking with Pocket PC 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Coffee Break 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm DIGITS Finscan FlukeFinder GIS Visualization and Analysis DIGITS: Software to Process, Match and Track Digital Images and Data for Individual Identification Studies Description: The DIGITS software (Digital Image Gathering and Information Tracking System) will be demonstrated Finscan as a Tool to Match Dolphin Dorsal Fin Images Description: The computer software Finscan operates in conjunction with Microsoft Access to match dolphin dorsal fin images according to the pattern of nicks and notches found on the fin edge. Participants will work with an existing database of dusky dolphin fins to learn the steps involved in setting up a Finscan database, tracing fin images, and matching fin images. Participants will also look at examples of individual dolphins which have been photographically tracked since 1998. Photo-ID and Digital Database Integration: Integrating Digital Still, GPS and Whale Biopsy Data into a Field Database Description: The integrated use of 3 simple software programs (photo EXIF editing, database and GPS capture) improves the accuracy of field data collection and streamlines the analysis of whale biopsy and photo-identification data. Participants will work with real data (their own or a teaching set provided) to learn how to quickly label photo-ID photos and import the photo data directly into a database that they build themselves during the workshop session. See this link for step by step instructions: http://sally.mizroch.googlepages.com/NMMLDigitalPhotoProtocol.pdf FlukeFinder: A Do-it-Yourself Categorical Photo-ID Matching Database Description: FlukeFinder, the new digital version of the humpback whale matching system that researchers at the National Marine Mammal Laboratory have been using for over 20 years, is very simple to build, use and modify. Matching examples will be presented from the database of 29,000 images (9,000 digitized images so far) dating back to the late 1960s, showing both long-term matches (e.g. a whale first photographed in 1972 was seen as recently as June 2007) and matches to poor and partial photos. Non-invasive tracking with Pocket PC: Designing and Building a Non-invasive Tracking System Description: A step-by-step description of the design, construction and use of WhaleTrack - a practical standards-based system using Pocket PC, GPS and Bluetooth wireless technologies. Lessons learned. GIS Visualization and Analysis Visualizing and Analysing Data Using a Geographic Information System (GIS) Description: GIS affords insights unobtainable with databases and spreadsheets. Step-by-step guide to creating and publishing interactive maps and animations from your data using ArcMap, with hands-on lab using real-life data. [If bringing a laptop contact convener to pre-install software.]

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Internships & Thesis work studying bottlenose dolphins in Sardinia Island
by Bruno Diaz 08 Nov '07

08 Nov '07

Hi everyone, on behalf of the Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute BDRI (www.thebdri.com) I am pleased to announce that we are seeking Dolphin Research Assistants / Thesis work Students for our 2008 Winter (January-March) season in Sardinia, Italy. Undergraduate and postgraduate student research projects can be supported with boat time and office space. An internship period with the BDRI offers an excellent opportunity for qualified and motivated individuals to obtain field and laboratory training in marine mammals' research methodology and analysis under the mentorship of experienced bottlenose dolphin researchers. Learning, at its best, should be an active process, one in which the students are challenged on a daily basis with responsibilities that play a large part in the outcome of the research projects. Using study techniques that neither harm nor seriously disturb the animals, BDRI's researchers are engaged in the conduction of a long term study about the ecology and behaviour of a Mediterranean bottlenose dolphin population (Tursiops truncatus) along the north-eastern coast of Sardinia, as well as collecting detailed information about their environment. Interns are required to complete a research project on an assigned relevant topic, to be written in collaboration and supervision with the BDRI's thesis advisor. Undergraduate and postgraduate students can present this personal research project as their Thesis (Bachelor, Master, Diploma, DEA, etc). Internships can be used for academic or vocational purposes, but students are solely responsible for making all arrangements for receiving relevant credit(s) as a result of completing the internship. BDRI internships provide invaluable exposure to boat based field work, marine mammals research, intensive training and mentoring in marine ecology, and encouragement to work hard, have fun, and learn from the dolphins and each other. Working with us and our staff, you will rotate between tasks on land and sea. Onboard our research vessel the "Spartana" you will work together with our team in search of cetaceans. To refine details of bottlenose dolphin population biology and responses to human activities at sea, we will take identification photos, observe behaviour, and monitor vocalizations using a hydrophone, etc. There is no deadline to apply. However, approved applications are accepted on a first-come, first serve basis. Apply early! If you are interested and have the required experience and skills, please Visit our website www.thebdri.com to download information on Dolphin Research Internships and/or Thesis work in Aranci Bay and how to get there. Recent selected scientific publications by BDRI: 1. Díaz López B. and Shirai, J.A., In press. Marine aquaculture and bottlenose dolphins social structure. Behavioural Ecology and Sociobiology. 2. Díaz López B., Bunke, M. and Shirai, J.A., In press. Marine aquaculture off Sardinia Island (Italy): ecosystem effects evaluated through a trophic mass-balance model. Ecological Modelling. 3. Díaz López, B., Shirai, J.A.; Bilbao Prieto, A. & Méndez Fernández, P., In press. Diving activity of a solitary wild free ranging bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). Journal of Marine Biological Association U.K. 4. Díaz López B. and Shirai, J.A., 2007. "Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) presence and incidental capture in a marine fish farm on the noth-eastern coast of Sardinia (Italy)" Journal of Marine Biological Association U.K, 87, 113-117. 5. Díaz López, B. and Shirai, J.A., 2007. "Human activities and bottlenose dolphin's social structure". 21st Annual Conference of the European Cetacean Society, San Sebastián, Spain, 2007. 6. Underhill, K., Díaz López, B., and Shirai, J.A., 2007."Boat traffic effects on the diving behaviour of bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) in Sardinia, Italy". 21st Annual Conference of the European Cetacean Society, San Sebastián, Spain, 2007. 7. Díaz López, B., 2006. "Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) Predation on a Marine Fin Fish Farm: Some Underwater Observations". Aquatic Mammals 32(3): 305 - 310 pp. 8. Díaz López, B. & Bernal Shirai, J.A., 2006. "Estudio multiescalar de la influencia de la acuicultura en la presencia de delfines mulares Tursiops truncatus (Montagu 1821)". CIVA, 2006: 282 - 290pp. 9. Díaz López, B., 2006. "Interactions between Mediterranean bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) and gillnets off Sardinia". ICES Journal of Marine Science 63: 944-951 pp. 10. Díaz López, B. & Bernal Shirai, 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. 11. Bernal Shirai, J. A., Díaz López, B., Méndez Fernández, P., Bilbao Prieto, A. & Díaz da Silva, J.I., 2006. "Analysis of diving behaviour of a solitary male bottlenose dolphin in the inshore waters of Galicia (Spain)" 20th Annual Conference of the European Cetacean Society 2006 Gdynia, Polonia. 12. Díaz López, B., 2005. Interactions between bottlenose dolphins with trammel nets in the Sardinia Island. ICES Document CM 2005/X 1. 13. Díaz López, B., 2005. Interaction between bottlenose dolphins and fish farms: could there be an economic impact? ICES Document CM 2005/X 10. 14. Díaz López, B., Marini, L., 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 (2): 53-58. 15. Díaz López, B. & Shiray, 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. November. Comune di Sperlonga (LT), Italy. 16. Díaz López, B., 2005 & Shirai, A., 2005. A survey of anti-bottlenose dolphin control at marine fish farm. 6º Convegno Nazionale sui Cetacei e sulle Tartarughe Marine. November. Comune di Sperlonga (LT), Italy. 17. Díaz López, B., Marini, L.. and Polo, F., 2004. Evolution of a bottlenose dolphins 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. 18. 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 2002. 19. Díaz López, B.; Marini, L.; Polo, F. & Brovelli, M., 2002. Photoidentification of bottlenose dolphin in waters of north-eastern Sardinia. Poster presented at the 16th Annual Conference European Cetacean Society. Liege 2002. 20. 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 EAAM. Genova 9-12 March 2001. Bruno Díaz López Research Biologist / Marine Zoologist Chief Researcher The Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute BDRI V.Armando Diaz Nº4 07020 Golfo Aranci (SS) Italy http://www.thebdri.com info(a)thebdri.com Tel: + (39) 346 0815414

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ECS 2008 - abstract submission
by ECS 2008 08 Nov '07

08 Nov '07

The website for the ECS 2008 conference is online. Please use the link below for more information. More information, such as prizes for rooms will be added in the days to come. More important right now is the submission of abstracts. Please mark the timelines given for talks, posters, video submissions. -- Kind regards, Jan Willem Broekema W www.EuropeanCetaceanSociety.eu/2008 M ecs.conference(a)gmail.com (mark this NEW address) P ECS 2008 p.a. Kustvereniging, Postbus 11232, 2301 EE Leiden, Netherlands T +31-(0)71-5212900

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Entanglements Book in Paperback
by Tora Johnson 08 Nov '07

08 Nov '07

Hello MARMAMers, I'm pleased to announce that the University Press of Florida has released my book, Entanglements: The Intertwined Fates of Whales and Fishermen, in paperback. The book recounts the story of the people and animals involved in the conflict over large whale entanglement in fishing gear in the northwest Atlantic. A few details are below, and you can find out more by visiting the book's website: http://www.entanglements.net/. By the way, my apologies if you've received this announcement more than once. Cheers, Tora -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tora Johnson tora(a)entanglements.net / tjohnson(a)maine.edu http://www.entanglements.net/ "Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there's a field. I'll meet you there." Rumi ABOUT THE BOOK Centuries of whale-human interaction have led to the crisis explored in this engaging, intimate tale about the battle between conservation, tradition, and economics in the waters of the Atlantic. /Entanglements/ explores the clash of cultures and personalities among fishermen, scientists, and whale advocates struggling to save both the endangered right whale and the livelihoods of thousands of coastal families. About 400 right whales remain in the North Atlantic, and scientists warn that collisions with fishing gear are imperiling the species' future. The political climate surrounding the critically endangered large whale is contentious, complex, and heartrending. Without pointing fingers or laying blame, Tora Johnson explores every side of the issue. She takes us to sea with fishermen who struggle to stay in business, setting traps and gillnets in the whale's habitat, and with members of rescue teams who attempt to cut away deadly rope from whales in the wild. Weaving their stories and her personal observations into a discussion of the science and history of the conflict, she offers a balance of perceptions. BOOK DETAILS Entanglements: The Intertwined Fates of Whales and Fishermen (paperback) by Tora Johnson University Press of Florida, September 2007 ~ 312 pp. 6 X 9. 29 illustrations, bibliography, index. ISBN-13: 978-0813032153

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M.E.E.R. field course, springtime 2008
by Fabian Ritter, MEER e.V. 08 Nov '07

08 Nov '07

Dear All! The non-profit association M.E.E.R. would like to announce it's next field course on behavioural biology in the Canary Islands: "Field research of the project M.E.E.R. La Gomera" from 28 March - 11 April 2008 The project M.E.E.R. La Gomera is conducting a study on the interactions between cetaceans and whale watching boats since many years. The participants of these 2-weeks practical courses will get an insight into the behavioural research conducted from whale watching boats operating off the island of La Gomera. In this area, 21 cetaceans species could be identified during the last years, representing one of the highest known species diversities in the world. A list of publications that resulted from this project is given below. The course includes a full training program: the theory and practice of behavioural research will be learned and profound background information on whale watching will be given. Research experience that will be gained includes sighting data recording, behavioural sampling, photo identification and others. The course is fully accepted for the study of Biology at the Humboldt-Universitaet Berlin (Germany) and the University of Vienna (Austria). Moreover, the research is embedded in conservation efforts aiming at the preservation and promotion of whale watching as a sustainable use of cetaceans and the establishment of a marine sanctuary in the waters off La Gomera. M.E.E.R. La Gomera was honoured in 2001 with the international environmental award "Tourismus und Umwelt", which is granted since 1987 by the German Association of Travel Agencies and Travel Operators (DRV). As was said during the bestowal, the project "realises new ways of co-operation of research and tourism in an exemplary and innovative way". For further information (including downloads of a detailed brochure and a booking form) please visit http://www.m-e-e-r.de/praktikum.0.html (English section) One course is offered during the 2008 springtime field season: 28 March - 11 April 2008. The price is 875.- € including 7 whale watching research excursions, accommodation, full training program, scientific supervision, donation to M.E.E.R. e.V., written working material, certificate of attendance and one year MEER e.V. membership (The journey to and from La Gomera is not included in the price.) Early bookings are accepted until 11 December 2007 at a price of 814.- € For further information, booking, etc., please send an e-mail to newsletter(a)m-e-e-r.de _____________________________________ The non-profit association M.E.E.R. is registred and based in Berlin. The objectives of the association are conservation, research and education in order to protect cetaceans in their natural habitats. Our work aims at increasing the public awareness for the oceans and to present ways how humans can deal with nature in a responsible way. Our co-operation partners are the "Deutsche Umwelthilfe" (Radolfzell/Germany) "Gesellschaft zur Rettung der Delphine" (Munich/Germany), " and the "Club de Mar" (whale watching operator/La Gomera). _____________________________________________ Publications in conjunction with the work of the project M.E.E.R. La Gomera: Ritter, F. & Ladner, U.A. 1996. Whale Watch Research on La Gomera: A new Interdisciplinary Approach. European Research on Cetaceans 9. Proc. 9th Ann. Conf. ECS, Lisbon 1996, 48ff. Ritter, F. 1996. Abundance, Distribution and Behaviour of Cetaceans off La Gomera (Canary Islands) and Their Interaction with Whale Watching-Boats and Swimmers. Diploma Thesis to the University of Bremen, Faculty of Biology. 114pp. Ritter, F. & Brederlau, B. 1998. First Report of Blue Whales (Balaenoptera musculus) Frequenting the Canary Island Waters. European Research on Cetaceans 12. Proc. 12th Ann. Conf. ECS, Monaco, 20-24th January 1998, 95-98. Ritter, F. & Brederlau, B. 1999. Abundance, Distribution and Behaviour of Dense Beaked Whales (Mesoplodon densirostris) off La Gomera (Canary Islands) and their Interactions with Humans. AQUATIC MAMMALS, 25.2, 55-61. Ritter, F. 2001. Twenty-one Cetacean Species off La Gomera (Canary Islands): Possible Reasons for an extraordinary Species Diversity. Poster presented at the 11th Annual Conference of the ECS, 5-7 May 2001, Rome, Italy. Ritter, F. 2002. Behavioural Observations of Rough-toothed dolphins (Steno bredanensis) off La Gomera (Canary Islands) with a special Reference to their Interactions with Humans. AQUATIC MAMMALS 28.1, 46-59. Smit, V., Ritter, F. & Neumann, K. 2003. Feasibility study: Land-based observations of cetaceans off La Gomera. Abstr. 14 Ann. Conf. ECS, Gran Canaria, Spain. Ritter, F. 2003. Boat-Related behaviours as a tool for the development of species-specific whale watching guidelines. Abstr. 14 Ann. Conf. ECS, Gran Canaria, Spain. Ritter, F. 2003. Interactions of Cetaceans with Whale Watching Boats - Implications for the Management of Whale Watching Tourism. M.E.E.R. e.V., Berlin, Germany, 91 pp. Mayr, I. & Ritter, F.: PHOTO-IDENTIFICATION OF ROUGH-TOOTHED DOLPHINS OFF LA GOMERA (CANARY ISLANDS) WITH NEW INSIGHTS INTO SOCIAL ORGANISATION. Poster presented at the Annual Conference of the ECS, La Rochelle, France, April 2005. Ritter, F. & Neumann, K. (2006): The Year of the Whale - Extraorbinary occurrence of Bryde's whales (Balaenoptera edeni) off La Gomera (Canary Islands). Poster presented at the 20th Annual Conference of the ECS in Gdynia, April 2006. -- _________________________ Fabian Ritter MEER e.V. Bundesallee 123 D-12161 Berlin TEL/FAX: (0)30-85 07 87 55 e-mail: info(a)m-e-e-r.de www.m-e-e-r.org _________________________ "The dolphins were having a great relaxed time and had no major answers they wished to know the question to." (after Douglas Adams)

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long-beaked common dolphins
by Danielle Kreb 06 Nov '07

06 Nov '07

Dear MARMAMers, During a marine survey in Indonesian waters, our survey team encountered a group of dolphins that may represent the tropical form of long-beaked common dolphins, i.e. Delphinus capensis tropicalis. However, so far we only have found one picture from D. capensis tropicalis (from Hongkong) for comparison material, which doesn't fit our observation though. Therefore, I would very much appreciate if anyone who is in the possession of pictures of D. capensis or D, capensis tropicalis is willing to share pictures just for analysis/ identification purposes only. The pictures will not be used for publication or otherwise. Please scan and send any pictures if available to my e-mail: yk-rasi(a)samarinda.org Thanking you most kindly for your help, Danielle Kreb ---------------------------- Danielle Kreb (Ph.D.) Scientific Program Advisor Yayasan Konservasi RASI P.O. Box 1105 Jl. Pandan Harum Indah (Erlisa), Blok D, No. 87 Samarinda, Kalimantan Timur Indonesia Tel/ fax: + 62.541.206406 Mobile: 0811598872 http://www.geocities.com/yayasan_konservasi_rasi

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Faculty position Marine Mammals Univ of Alaska
by Michael Castellini 06 Nov '07

06 Nov '07

The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) School of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (SFOS) invites applications for a tenure-track, full-time assistant/associate professor of marine biology with a specialty in mammalogy/population genetics in the Institute of Marine Science. This recruitment is part of our vision to strengthen the UAF marine science program by adding at least twelve new faculty over the next several years. This position will be located in Fairbanks, Alaska. This position is for a marine mammalogist/population geneticist. Candidates should have interests in marine mammalogy, biogeography, evolutionary concepts in the northern North Pacific and/or Arctic oceans. Knowledge of GIS applications is preferred. Qualified applicants must possess a Ph.D. in marine biology or a related field, from an accredited university by the time of hire, must be proficient in English, have university-level teaching ability and a strong research and publication record appropriate to their experience and date of degree. To apply, please go to https://www.uakjobs.com and click on the "Create Application" link to select a username and password to begin applying. Once you have completed this step, click on Job Posting Search. Enter position number 0054202 to find this particular position. You will be asked to attach a statement of interest, a CV, and contact information for three references. If you need assistance, please contact UAF Human Resources at 907-474-7700. For any other questions about the positions please contact Dr. Brenda Konar, Search Committee Chair, at 907-474-5028. Review of applications will begin December 7, 2007, and continue until the positions are filled. Additional information about the position can be found on the SFOS website at www.sfos.uaf.edu/employment. Dr. Michael Castellini Associate Dean, School of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK 99775 907 474 6825

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SEAMAMMS 2008 First Announcement
by Lori Schwacke 06 Nov '07

06 Nov '07

SEAMAMMS 2008 First Announcement The 16th Annual Southeast and Mid-Atlantic Marine Mammal Symposium (SEAMAMMS) will be held March 28-30, 2008 in Charleston, South Carolina. This symposium provides an opportunity for researchers and students (both graduate and undergraduate) to present their latest findings, network and build collaborations with other marine mammal researchers in the Southeast United States. SEAMAMMS 2008 is being co-hosted by partners at the Hollings Marine Laboratory (HML), including the Medical University of South Carolina, NOAA’s National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science and the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resources (OPR). To build on the partnership with HML and OPR, this year we will have a keynote speaker and expert panel to discuss conservation medicine and its applications to marine mammal research and management. However, presentations need not focus on health research; a broad range of marine mammal research disciplines will be represented. Along with the panel discussion, the scientific program will consist of oral presentations and a poster sesssion. There will be an icebreaker reception on Friday night, followed by presentations all day Saturday and Sunday morning. A dinner cruise of scenic Charleston Harbor is planned for Saturday evening The deadline to submit an abstract is February 1, 2008. More details can be found on the SEAMAMMS website: http://www.musc.edu/mbes/seamamms/ Lori Schwacke Lori.Schwacke(a)noaa.gov -- Lori Schwacke, PhD NOAA's Ocean Service National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science Hollings Marine Laboratory 331 Fort Johnson Road Charleston, SC 29412 Ph/ 843.762.8868 Fx/ 843.762.8737 Lori.Schwacke(a)noaa.gov

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