January 2014 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

NEW PAPER: The Influence of Topographic and Dynamic Cyclic Variables – PLOS ONE
by Marijke de Boer 24 Jan '14

24 Jan '14

Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce the following paper recently published in Plos One. The Influence of Topographic and Dynamic Cyclic Variables on the Distribution of Small Cetaceans in a Shallow Coastal System De Boer MN, Simmonds MP, Reijnders PJH, Aarts G PLoS ONE 9(1): e86331. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0086331 Abstract The influence of topographic and temporal variables on cetacean distribution at a fine-scale is still poorly understood. To study the spatial and temporal distribution of harbour porpoise Phocoena phocoena and the poorly known Risso’s dolphin Grampus griseus we carried out land-based observations from Bardsey Island (Wales, UK) in summer (2001–2007). Using Kernel analysis and Generalized Additive Models it was shown that porpoises and Risso’s appeared to be linked to topographic and dynamic cyclic variables with both species using different core areas (dolphins to the West and porpoises to the East off Bardsey). Depth, slope and aspect and a low variation in current speed (for Risso’s) were important in explaining the patchy distributions for both species. The prime temporal conditions in these shallow coastal systems were related to the tidal cycle (Low Water Slack and the flood phase), lunar cycle (a few days following the neap tidal phase), diel cycle (afternoons) and seasonal cycle (peaking in August) but differed between species on a temporary but predictable basis. The measure of tidal stratification was shown to be important. Coastal waters generally show a stronger stratification particularly during neap tides upon which the phytoplankton biomass at the surface rises reaching its maximum about 2–3 days after neap tide. It appeared that porpoises occurred in those areas where stratification is maximised and Risso’s preferred more mixed waters. This fine-scale study provided a temporal insight into spatial distribution of two species that single studies conducted over broader scales (tens or hundreds of kilometers) do not achieve. Understanding which topographic and cyclic variables drive the patchy distribution of porpoises and Risso’s in a Headland/Island system may form the initial basis for identifying potentially critical habitats for these species. The paper can be downloaded from PLOS ONE: http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0086331;… Kind Regards, Marijke de Boer, Ph.D Marijke.deboer(a)wur.nl Wageningen IMARES, Institute for Marine Resources and Ecosystem Studies, Postbus 167, 1790 AD Den Burg, The Netherlands

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News Release: Navy Northwest Training & Testing Draft EIS Available for Review/Comment
by Nakahara, Liane L CIV Navy Region NW, N00P 24 Jan '14

24 Jan '14

Attached and pasted below is a press release for consideration in your news format. The U.S. Navy has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental impacts associated with military readiness training and testing activities conducted primarily within existing range complexes, operating areas and testing ranges in the Northwest Training and Testing (NWTT) Study Area. The Navy invites the public to comment on the NWTT Draft EIS, whether it be online on the project website, in person at one of our public meetings, or by mail. The document as well as an online comment form can be found on the project's website at www.NWTTEIS.com. All comments must be postmarked or received online by March 25, 2014, for consideration in the Final EIS. *Note: This EIS is different from the EA-18 G Growler Airfield Operations EIS at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, the P-8 A MMA Supplemental EIS at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island and the Naval Weapons Systems Training Facility Boardman EIS in Oregon. Very Respectfully, Liane Nakahara Public Affairs Specialist Navy Region Northwest Phone: (360) 396-1630 Cell: (360) 340-5372 Fax: (360) 396-7127 ---------------------------------- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Release #14-001 Jan. 24, 2014 Northwest Training and Testing Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Overseas Environmental Impact Statement Available for Public Review and Comment SILVERDALE, Wash. - The U.S. Navy has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Overseas Environmental Impact Statement (EIS/OEIS) to evaluate the potential environmental impacts associated with military readiness training and testing activities conducted primarily within existing range complexes, operating areas and testing ranges in the Northwest Training and Testing (NWTT) Study Area. The Navy invites you to comment on the NWTT Draft EIS/OEIS. Proposed Action The Navy proposes to conduct training and testing activities, to include the use of active sonar and explosives, within the NWTT Study Area. The Proposed Action also includes pierside sonar maintenance and testing within the NWTT Study Area. The purpose of the Proposed Action is to ensure that the Navy accomplishes its mission to maintain, train and equip combat-ready naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas. This mission is achieved in part by training and testing within the NWTT Study Area. The NWTT EIS/OEIS also supports the renewal of federal regulatory permits and authorizations for current training and testing activities and future activities requiring environmental analysis. The NWTT Study Area is composed of Navy training and testing range complexes, operating areas, testing facilities, and select Navy pierside locations in the Pacific Northwest. Aircraft training and testing activities that take place on or within established Navy airfields at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash. or Naval Weapons Systems Training Facility Boardman, Ore. are not included in this NWTT EIS/OEIS. Visit the project website at www.NWTTEIS.com to download the Draft EIS/OEIS, view a map of the NWTT Study Area, learn more about the project and submit comments online. Availability of Draft EIS/OEIS and Public Comment Period: The Navy is seeking public input on the Proposed Action and alternatives, and the accuracy and adequacy of the Draft EIS/OEIS analysis. The Draft EIS/OEIS is available for public review online at www.NWTTEIS.com and at the following locations: Washington: . Everett Main Library . Gig Harbor Library . Jefferson County Library - Port Hadlock . Kitsap Regional Library - Poulsbo . Kitsap Regional Library - Sylvan Way Library (Bremerton) . Oak Harbor Public Library . Port Angeles Main Library . Port Townsend Public Library . Timberland Regional Library - Aberdeen . Timberland Regional Library - Hoquiam Oregon: . Astoria Public Library . Driftwood Public Library . Newport Public Library . Tillamook Main Library Northern California: . Fort Bragg Branch Library . Humboldt County Public Library, Arcata Main Library . Humboldt County Public Library, Eureka Main Library Southeastern Alaska: . Juneau Public Library, Downtown Branch . Ketchikan Public Library The Navy is accepting comments throughout the 60-day public comment period, from Jan. 24, 2014, to March 25, 2014. All comments must be postmarked or received online by March 25, 2014, for consideration in the Final EIS/OEIS. Written comments may be submitted via the project website at www.NWTTEIS.com, in person at the public meetings or by mail to: Naval Facilities Engineering Command Northwest Attention: Ms. Kimberly Kler - NWTT EIS/OEIS Project Manager 1101 Tautog Circle, Suite 203 Silverdale, WA 98315-1101 Public Meetings: Eight public meetings will be held to inform the public about the Navy's Proposed Action and findings in the Draft EIS/OEIS, and solicit public comments on the environmental analysis. The public meetings will include an open house information session starting at 5 p.m. During this time, Navy representatives will provide information and answer questions about the Proposed Action and Draft EIS/OEIS. A short presentation by the Navy will begin at 6:30 p.m. Comments will be accepted throughout the public meeting. The public meetings will be held at the following locations and times: Open House Information Sessions: 5-8 p.m. Navy Presentation: 6:30 p.m. Washington: Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014 Oak Harbor High School Student Union Building 1 Wildcat Way Oak Harbor, WA Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014 Cascade High School Student Commons 801 E. Casino Road Everett, WA Friday, Feb. 28, 2014 North Kitsap High School Commons 1780 NE Hostmark St. Poulsbo, WA Oregon: Monday, March 3, 2014 Astoria High School Student Commons 1001 W. Marine Drive Astoria, OR Tuesday, March 4, 2014 Isaac Newton Magnet School Gym 825 NE 7th St. Newport, OR California: Thursday, March 6, 2014 Red Lion Hotel Redwood Ballroom 1929 4th St. Eureka, CA Friday, March 7, 2014 Redwood Coast Senior Center West Room 490 N. Harold St. Fort Bragg, CA Alaska: Tuesday, March 11, 2014 Southeast Alaska Discovery Center Lobby 50 Main St. Ketchikan, AK Individuals requiring reasonable accommodations, please contact Liane Nakahara, Navy Region Northwest Public Affairs Specialist, at 360-396-1630 or liane.nakahara [at] navy.mil. MEDIA AVAILABILITY: There is an opportunity for media to speak with project personnel at 4:30 p.m. before each meeting. Media interested in attending or seeking further information should contact: Liane Nakahara, Navy Region Northwest Public Affairs Specialist, 360-396-1630 (office) or 360-340-5372 (cell). -USN-

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Tsai and Fordyce 2014 Baleen whale heterochrony
by Cheng-Hsiu Tsai 24 Jan '14

24 Jan '14

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce a new article on baleen whale heterochrony. Title: Disparate Heterochronic Processes in Baleen Whale Evolution. The article could be downloaded: http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11692-014-9269-4 or email Tsai, cheng-hsiu.tsai(a)otago.ac.nz; Ewan, ewan.fordyce(a)otago.ac.nz Abstract Skulls of living baleen whales show distinctive patterns of heterochronic ontogenetic change with implications formysticete evolution. Here, three baleen whale species are analysed and considered in a heterochronic context. Landmarks show that, during ontogeny, skull morphology changes significantly in the rorqualBalaenoptera borealis and humpback Megaptera novaeangliae (both Balaenopteridae), while the pygmy right whale Caperea marginata (Cetotheriidae: Neobalaeninae) retains an overall juvenile morphology from foetus to adult. Geometric morphometric analyses show that foetal and adult C. marginata are similar, whereas the balaenopterids aremore disparate: foetalM. novaeangliae and B. borealis appear in one group, and adult M. novaeangliae and B. borealis are grouped closely. Heterochrony involves paedomorphosis for Caperea, and peramorphosis for the balaenopterids. Heterochrony might cause limited or released developmental constraints, leading to low taxonomic diversity in the single surviving species of neobalaenine, and higher diversity amongst balaenopterids. All the best, Tsai Cheng-Hsiu Tsai （蔡政修) PhD student, Department of Geology, University of Otago 360 Leith Walk (Courier) or PO Box 56 (Postal) Dunedin 9054, New Zealand Email: cheng-hsiu.tsai(a)otago.ac.nz; craniata(a)gmail.com

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Marine Offshore Expert Advice - TENDER
by Stringell, Tom 24 Jan '14

24 Jan '14

Dear MARMAMers Natural Resources Wales (a UK Statutory Nature Conservation Body) is requesting tenders for its casework advice framework. For marine mammals (and other lots - eg benthos, ornithology) the main focus, but not exclusively, is on providing expert advice on Environmental Impact Assessments and Habitats Regulation Assessments etc, especially for renewable energy developments. The advice framework will run for four years. The closing date is 21 February 2014. All necessary information can be found at the following website http://www.sell2wales.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN019622 Thanks Tom Dr Thomas Stringell Uwch Ecolegydd Mamaliaid Môr /Senior Marine Mammal Ecologist Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales Maes y Ffynnon, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 2DW Ffôn/Tel: (+44) 01248 387385 tom.stringell(a)naturalresourceswales.gov.uk<mailto:tom.stringell@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk> tom.stringell<mailto:tom.stringell@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk>@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk<mailto:tom.stringell@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk> www.cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk<http://www.cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk> / www.naturalresourceswales.gov.uk<http://www.naturalresourceswales.gov.uk> Ar 1 Ebrill 2013, unodd Cyngor Cefn Gwlad Cymru, Asiantaeth yr Amgylchedd Cymru a Chomisiwn Coedwigaeth Cymru gan greu un corff, sef Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru. As of 1 April 2013, the Countryside Council for Wales, Environment Agency Wales and Forestry Commission Wales became Natural Resources Wales/Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru. Ein diben yw sicrhau bod adnoddau naturiol Cymru yn cael eu cynnal, eu gwella a'u defnyddio yn gynaliadwy, yn awr ac yn y dyfodol. Our purpose is to ensure that the natural resources of Wales are sustainably maintained, enhanced and used, now and in the future.

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Marine Mammal and Underwater Noise Scientist Position Open
by Frank Thomsen 24 Jan '14

24 Jan '14

We are looking for a scientist to complement our marine mammal and underwater noise team in Hørsholm, Denmark, starting ASAP, latest March 01, 2014. The job will involve contribution to research and consultancy projects on the impacts of marine activities (renewables, oil and gas, dredging, shipping and others) on marine mammals (and possibly fish). The work involves the analysis of ambient noise, the biological assessment of sound impacts based on internationally accepted assessment criteria and compilation of chapters on the abundance and distribution of marine mammals in project areas. The post is on a project basis for 15 months with the possibility to be extended. Your workplace will be at our headquarters in Hørsholm, 20 km north of Copenhagen, Denmark. Salary and benefits are competitive. Expected qualifications: · University degree (MSc or similar) · EIA experience · Experience in marine mammal science · Experience in underwater sound impact research · Computational skills with Matlab is an asset Please submit your application online including CV and references no later than 3 February 2014. For further information please contact Frank Thomsen frth(a)dhigroup.com Best regards, Frank Thomsen Ph.D. Senior Marine Scientist CSci CMarSci FIMarEST DK-EED [DHI logo] DHI Agern Allé 5 DK-2970 Hørsholm Denmark Tel: +45 4516 9200 Direct: +45 4516 9446 Mobile: +45 29404355 frth(a)dhigroup.com<mailto:frth@dhigroup.com> www.dhigroup.com<http://www.dhigroup.com> The expert in WATER ENVIRONMENTS This message contains information which may be confidential and privileged. Unless you are the intended recipient (or authorised to receive this message for the intended recipient), you may not use, copy, disseminate or disclose any information contained in it thereof. If you have received this communication in error, please advise the sender appropriately by reply e-mail, and then delete it. Thank you very much.

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IMBER Open Science Conference "Future Oceans" 2014 - Call for Abstracts - Reminder!
by Avril, Bernard 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

[cid:cbac118e-39de-4d2f-9c9d-0bb302d7d323] Integrated Marine Biogeochemistry and Ecosystem Research (IMBER) Open Science Conference “Future Oceans – Research for marine sustainability: multiple stressors, drivers, challenges and solutions” 23-27 June 2014, Bergen, Norway Call for Abstracts – Reminder! The Integrated Biogeochemistry and Ecosystem Research (IMBER) Project will convene an Open Science Conference<http://www.imber.info/index.php/Meetings/IMBER-OSC> from 23-27 June 2014 in Bergen, Norway, with the goals of: · highlighting research results from the IMBER project and activities, · promoting integrated syntheses of IMBER-relevant research, and · developing a new global research agenda for marine biogeochemistry and ecosystems in the Anthropocene. Plenary Speakers for our Conference include: · Alida Bundy (Bedford Institute of Oceanography, Canada) – Dead ends and grasping hands: failed governance and the need to integrate human-ocean interactions into global change research · Claudio Campagna (Wildlife Conservation Society, Argentina) – Marine biodiversity and conservation in the time of global change · Jean-Pierre Gattuso (CNRS, Lab. d'Océanographie de Villefranche, France) – Drivers of, and responses to, ocean acidification · Nicolas Gruber (ETH Zurich, Switzerland) – Warming up, turning sour, losing breath: The regional perspective · Alistair Hobday (CSIRO, Australia) – Climate change impacts and adaptation options for high trophic level marine species · Eileen Hofmann (Old Dominion University, USA) – Introduction to the Conference · Corinne Le Quéré (University of East Anglia, UK) – Perspectives on Future Earth for the marine research community · Kon-Kee Liu (National Central University, Taiwan) – Anthropogenic impacts on biogeochemical processes and ecosystems in continental margins: Lessons learned from cases around the globe and future perspective · Coleen Moloney (University of Cape Town, South Africa) – Foodweb and biogeochemistry in a changing marine environment · Carol Robinson (University of East Anglia, UK) – Conference’s Synthesis The list of contributed sessions and workshops is available here<http://www.imber.info/index.php/Meetings/IMBER-OSC-2014/Sessions-Workshops>. The Call for Abstracts<http://www.imber.info/index.php/Meetings/IMBER-OSC/Announcements/IMBER-Open…> is open! Deadline for abstract submission: 31 January 2014. This is in a week! ; ) Contributions are welcome from all marine research communities! We encourage you to submit an abstract, and we look forward to meeting you in Bergen. Please forward this call widely! IMBER IPO, on behalf of the Organising Committees futureoceans(a)imr.no<mailto:futureoceans@imr.no> PS: Sorry for any cross-posting!

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Post-doctoral fellowship on habitat suitability for North Atlantic Right Whales
by Lesage, Veronique 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

Habitat suitable to North Atlantic Right Whales A post-doctoral candidate is sought to undertake a project to develop a bio-energetic model for North Atlantic right whales feeding on various prey density, and identify suitable habitat for this population in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and eastern Scotian Shelf, Canada by combining energetics with data on prey and whale densities. Applicants should possess (or should soon possess) an internationally-recognised doctoral degree from an accredited institution. The candidate should be self-motivated, and able to work within a team framework. He/she should have an interest in comparative physiology and biomechanics of marine organisms, and a strong background in mathematics, physics, statistics and computer science. We seek a candidate to begin work in the summer 2014 (or earlier) and to continue until 31 March 2016. Salary will be on the order of $48,000 CAD/year. All or a portion (up to a cap) of moving expenses will be covered. This is a Visiting Fellowship in Canadian Government Laboratory, which is managed via the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). http://www.nserc.gc.ca/sf_e.asp?nav=sfnav&lbi=3a. The position will be based at the Maurice Lamontagne Institute, Mont-Joli, Quebec, Canada. However, the project will involve significant collaboration with Dr. Jeremy Goldbogen at the Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford University, CA (lab webpage: http://goldbogen.stanford.edu) Knowledge of French is an asset, but is not essential for the position. However, a demonstrated ability to write and communicate efficiently in English is essential for the position. Candidates interested in the position should email veronique.lesage(a)dfo-mpo.gc.ca and submit a C.V. including a list of publications and contact information for three references. Veronique Lesage, Ph.D. Chercheur, Cetaces/Cetacean research scientist Biologie et conservation des mammiferes marins/Marine mammal biology and conservation Peches et Oceans Canada/Fisheries and Oceans Canada Institut Maurice-Lamontagne/Maurice Lamontagne Institute C.P. 1000/P.O. Box 1000 850 Route de la Mer Mont-Joli, QC G5H 3Z4 http://www.meds-sdmm.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/sdb-bds/profile-profil.do?id=452&lang =fra <http://www.meds-sdmm.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/sdb-bds/profile-profil.do?id=452&lan g=fra> TEL (418) 775-0739 FAX (418) 775-0740 Email: Veronique.Lesage(a)dfo-mpo.gc.ca <mailto:Veronique.Lesage@dfo-mpo.gc.ca>

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Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Internships - Summer 2014
by Katie McHugh 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

*Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Internships* The Sarasota Dolphin Research Program (SDRP), a partnership led by the Chicago Zoological Society and based at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida, conducts the world's longest-running study of a dolphin population. The program's primary goal is to contribute to a better understanding of the structure and dynamics of populations of small cetaceans, as well as the natural and anthropogenic factors that impact them. The SDRP uses an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach in conducting studies of bottlenose dolphins within Sarasota Bay, Tampa Bay, Charlotte Harbor, and the Gulf of Mexico coastal waters. For more information about the SDRP, please visit: <http://www.sarasotadolphin.org>www.sarasotadolphin.org <http://www.sarasotadolphin.org>. The SDRP is in the process of selecting volunteer interns for our Summer 2014 internship program (a minimum of 10 weeks of participation during mid-May to mid-September, with applications due by March 1st). Please note that we are only seeking 3-6 interns this session and that we receive many more applications that we have openings -- the selection process is very competitive. The successful candidates will participate in the following research projects: 1) *Dolphin population monitoring project**:* (/YEAR ROUND/) This study will continue to monitor the resident bottlenose dolphin community in Sarasota Bay. Duties in the field will include assisting with boat-based photographic identification surveys for dolphin groups one to two weeks per month. Behavioral, location, individual, and environmental data will be recorded for each dolphin group, and additional data related to human-dolphin interactions will also be collected in conjunction with this project. While in the lab (at least 2 wks per month), work will generally involve photo-identification of dolphins, computer data entry, video logging, dolphin dorsal fin identification catalog maintenance, equipment maintenance and other duties. 2) *Dolphin prey and habitat use project**:* (/JAN-MAR & JUN-SEPT ONLY/) This study will use the Sarasota dolphin community and fish populations to study relationships between distributions of dolphins and their prey and factors that affect fish community ecology, such as red tide. While in the field, work will involve sampling of fish communities through purse seining techniques, collection of prey fish for nutritional analysis, and collection of other environmental data. Interns may participate in this project 2-3 days per month. Interns should expect to spend about 20% of their time in the field, and about 80% of their time in the lab working with data, or performing equipment maintenance. There is no compensation for these internship positions, and successful applicants will be responsible for their own living and transportation expenses during the time of the internship. Shared housing opportunities near Mote Marine Laboratory may be available (cost: $90/week). A few scholarships are available from Mote Marine Laboratory through a competitive application process (US citizens only). Applicants would ideally have the following qualifications: * Minimum of 18 years of age and engaged in or recently completed undergraduate studies; * A background or degree in Biology, Marine Biology, Ecology, Zoology or a related field; * Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (especially Excel and Access); * Some field research experience preferred but not required; * Must be able to swim; * Enthusiasm and desire to learn a variety of field and lab based research methods; * A willingness to spend a minimum of 10-12 weeks working full time as a volunteer with our program. * * *To apply for a Sarasota Dolphin Research Program internship, interested persons should:* 1) Fill out an application form at Mote Marine Laboratory's website (www.mote.org/interns <http://www.mote.org/interns>). Be sure to select "Sarasota Dolphin Research Program" as your first choice; 2) Complete and provide to Mote's intern office all other application materials including: a statement of interest, current college transcript, letter of recommendation, and /curriculum vitae/; 3) Send an email to SDRP Intern Coordinator (Katie McHugh, _kmchugh(a)mote.org_) stating your name, contact information, exact dates and duration of availability, where you learned about the internship opportunity (/e.g. /Mote, SDRP, Brookfield Zoo website, MARMAM, etc.), and that you have provided all application materials to the Mote intern office, as detailed above. All applications will be reviewed; those received by the application deadline of March 1st will be given first priority. We are seeking 3-6 interns for the summer, depending on scheduling. These are competitive positions - we typically receive many more applications than we can accept. Applicants may contact Katie McHugh (941-388-4441 ext. 450, kmchugh(a)mote.org <mailto:TUkmchugh@mote.orgUT>) in the SDRP with any questions. Applicants applying because of an interest in possibly being involved in graduate studies with the SDRP should discuss their interests with Program Director Randall Wells upon acceptance into the program. -- ************************************ Katherine McHugh Staff Scientist Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Chicago Zoological Society c/o Mote Marine Laboratory 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 388-4441 x450 office (650) 400-2776 cell kmchugh(a)mote.org ************************************

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PhD Student Position: Marine Science Institute (ISMER), University of Quebec in Rimouski, Quebec, Canada
by Lesage, Veronique 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

Ph.D. Student Position: Marine Science Institute (ISMER), University of Quebec in Rimouski, Quebec, Canada We invite applications for a PhD student starting in summer or fall 2014, who will undertake a project examining the foraging ecology and energetics of baleen whales in relation to prey densities. Candidates should have an interest in comparative physiology and biomechanics of marine organisms, and a strong background in mathematics, physics, statistics and computer science. This project is undertaken collaboratively with Dr. Jeremy Goldbogen at the Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford University, CA (lab webpage: http://goldbogen.stanford.edu) However, the student must pursue the PhD program at the University of Quebec in Rimouski (http://www.uqar.ca/) under the supervision o Dr. Gesche Winkler (http://www.ismer.ca/Winkler-Gesche) and myself, and be based in Rimouski, Quebec, Canada for the duration of the program. Knowledge of French is an asset, but not essential for the position. Candidates interested in the position should email veronique.lesage(a)dfo-mpo.gc.ca and submit a C.V. including a list of publications and contact information for three references. Information on the PhD program at ISMER can be found here: http://www.ismer.ca/?lang=en Veronique Lesage, Ph.D. Chercheur, Cetaces/Cetacean research scientist Biologie et conservation des mammiferes marins/Marine mammal biology and conservation Peches et Oceans Canada/Fisheries and Oceans Canada Institut Maurice-Lamontagne/Maurice Lamontagne Institute C.P. 1000/P.O. Box 1000 850 Route de la Mer Mont-Joli, QC G5H 3Z4 http://www.meds-sdmm.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/sdb-bds/profile-profil.do?id=452&lang=fra <http://www.meds-sdmm.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/sdb-bds/profile-profil.do?id=452&lang=fra> TEL (418) 775-0739 FAX (418) 775-0740 Email: Veronique.Lesage(a)dfo-mpo.gc.ca <mailto:Veronique.Lesage@dfo-mpo.gc.ca>

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Marine Offshore Expert Advice - TENDER
by Stringell, Tom 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

Dear MARMAMers Natural Resources Wales (a UK Statutory Nature Conservation Body) is requesting tenders for its casework advice framework. For marine mammals (and other lots - eg benthos, ornithology) the main focus, but not exclusively, is on providing expert advice on Environmental Impact Assessments and Habitats Regulation Assessments etc, especially for renewable energy developments. The advice framework will run for four years. The closing date is 21 February 2014. All necessary information can be found at the following website http://www.sell2wales.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN019622 Thanks Tom Dr Thomas Stringell Uwch Ecolegydd Mamaliaid Môr /Senior Marine Mammal Ecologist Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru / Natural Resources Wales Maes y Ffynnon, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 2DW Ffôn/Tel: (+44) 01248 387385 tom.stringell(a)naturalresourceswales.gov.uk<mailto:tom.stringell@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk> tom.stringell<mailto:tom.stringell@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk>@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk<mailto:tom.stringell@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk> www.cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk<http://www.cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk> / www.naturalresourceswales.gov.uk<http://www.naturalresourceswales.gov.uk> Ar 1 Ebrill 2013, unodd Cyngor Cefn Gwlad Cymru, Asiantaeth yr Amgylchedd Cymru a Chomisiwn Coedwigaeth Cymru gan greu un corff, sef Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru. As of 1 April 2013, the Countryside Council for Wales, Environment Agency Wales and Forestry Commission Wales became Natural Resources Wales/Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru. Ein diben yw sicrhau bod adnoddau naturiol Cymru yn cael eu cynnal, eu gwella a'u defnyddio yn gynaliadwy, yn awr ac yn y dyfodol. Our purpose is to ensure that the natural resources of Wales are sustainably maintained, enhanced and used, now and in the future.

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