October 2014 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

New paper on false killer whale fishery interactions - sex bias and variation among populations
by Robin Baird 20 Oct '14

20 Oct '14

New paper available: Baird, R.W., S.D. Mahaffy, A.M. Gorgone, T. Cullins, D.J. McSweeney, E.M. Oleson, A.L. Bradford, J. Barlow and D.L. Webster. 2014. False killer whales and fisheries interactions in Hawaiian waters: evidence for sex bias and variation among populations and social groups. Marine Mammal Science doi: 10.1111/mms.12177. Abstract: We assessed scarring patterns as evidence of fisheries interactions for three populations of false killer whales in Hawai'i. Bycatch of the pelagic population in the tuna longline fishery exceeds their Potential Biological Removal level. Scarring was assessed by seven evaluators as consistent, possibly consistent, or not consistent with fisheries interactions, and average scores computed. Scores were highest for scarred main Hawaiian Island (MHI) false killer whales, followed by pelagic and Northwestern Hawaiian Island (NWHI) individuals. Considering only whales for which the majority of evaluators scored scarring as consistent revealed significant differences among populations in the percentage of individuals scarred; MHI: 7.5%, pelagic: 0%, NWHI: 0%. Assessment by social cluster for the MHI population showed that 4.2% of Cluster 1, 7.1% of Cluster 2, and 12.8% of Cluster 3 individuals had such scarring, although differences between clusters were not statistically significant. There was a significant sex bias; all sexed individuals (n = 7) with injuries consistent with fisheries interactions were female. The higher proportion of MHI individuals with fisheries-related scarring suggests that fisheries interactions are occurring at a higher rate in this population. The bias towards females suggests that fisheries-related mortality has a disproportionate impact on population dynamics. Available from http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/10.1111/(ISSN)1748-7692/earlyview or www.cascadiaresearch.org<http://www.cascadiaresearch.org> More information on our research on false killer whales can be found at www.cascadiaresearch.org/hawaii/falsekillerwhale.htm<http://www.cascadiaresearch.org/hawaii/falsekillerwhale.htm> and on our Hawai'i odontocete research at www.cascadiaresearch.org/hawaii.htm<http://www.cascadiaresearch.org/hawaii.htm> Robin =============================================================================== Robin W. Baird, Ph.D. Research Biologist Cascadia Research Collective 218 1/2 W. 4th Avenue Olympia, WA 98501 USA Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cascadia-Research-Collective/110495958982184> Cascadia on YouTube<http://youtu.be/M5L0fdMNHgw> Updates from our October 2014 Kaua'i field project<http://www.cascadiaresearch.org/hawaii/July2014.htm>

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HDR Honours opportunity: Burrunan dolphin research, Victoria Australia
by Kate Charlton-Robb 19 Oct '14

19 Oct '14

Hi All, Apologies for cross-posting, please see below: *HONOURS OPPORTUNITY with the **AUSTRALIAN MARINE MAMMAL CONSERVATION FOUNDATION (AMMCF) and DEAKIN UNIVERSITY for **/PROJECT BURRUNAN/* _/Australian citizen applicants only/_*_. _* ** The Australian Marine Mammal Conservation Foundation (AMMCF), in affiliation with Deakin University, is currently seeking applications from highly qualified candidates for a BSc Honours project (research-based) investigating the spatial ecology of the Burrunan dolphin (/Tursiops australis/) in Victoria, Australia. This project is a part of AMMCFs larger research program /Project Burrunan/ led by Dr Kate Charlton-Robb andwill be offered in affiliation with Deakin University, co-supervised by Associate Professor John Arnould. *Background & Project overview* A new species of dolphin, the Burrunan dolphin (/Tursiops australis/), endemic to southern Australia, has recently been described (Charlton-Robb et al. 2011). /Tursiops australis/ are currently known to inhabit inshore regions of Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia. Recent research shows the species consist of small genetically distinct populations susceptible to numerous threats and is likely to be of grave conservation concern (Charlton-Robb et al. 2014). /Tursiops australis/ has also recently been listed under the Victorian State Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act as ‘threatened’. Gippsland Lakes is one of only two places in Victoria that /T. australis /has an established a resident population, as such greater scientific knowledge underpinning the correct management and conservation is crucial. The Australian Marine Mammal Conservation Foundation (AMMCF), a newly established not-for-profit organisation, has it's primary mission to “strive to support and work with Australia’s marine mammal scientists and researchers to establish and advance the knowledge, conservation and protection of our marine mammals.” AMMCFs /Project Burrunan/ focuses on using applied research to further investigate the Burrunan dolphin. The general aims of the project is to assess the species' distribution and range, gain better estimates of overall population size & structure, assess the level of gene flow between the discrete populations and to assess potential migration pathways. This project will also investigate the presence and habitat use of the Burrunan//across coastal and offshore regions of Victoria to identify regions of significance to the dolphin. We are seeking applications from highly motivated, dedicated, high achieving students for the following Project; *Spatial ecology of Burrunan dolphins in the Gippsland Lakes*using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Mapping environmental, spatial and dolphin sighting data to identify areas of significance within the Lakes and Gippsland coastal region. Project One will be offered as a Trimester One January 2015 start. ** *Requirements* ·Bachelor of Science degree, with a minimum of Distinction average. ·Experience in collecting and processing ecological data. ·Proficiency in Microsoft and statistical packages. ·Experience with GIS software. ·Experience in marine mammal research. *Application Process* Please send your applicant containing the following: 1.A covering letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the project. 2.Curriculum Vitae 3.Current academic transcript 4.Two relevant referees who are familiar with your academic, research and ethical record. Please forward the above to Dr Kate Charlton-Robbkcr(a)ammcf.org.au. Applications will be considered and we will contact you with further information. /Australian citizen applicants only. Unfortunately given the timing restrictions of the Honours course we are only able to offer the project to Australian citizens./ *CLOSING DATE: 1^st November 2014* -- Dr Kate-Charlton-Robb Principal Researcher Australian Marine Mammal Conservation Foundation PO Box 2046 Hampton East VIC 3188 e: kcr(a)ammcf.org.au w: ammcf.org.au

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FW: Graduate course offering - please post
by Kit Kovacs 19 Oct '14

19 Oct '14

Biotelemetry graduate course offering - applications due prior to 15 November. The sooner applications are received - the better your chances of getting a place. MSc/PhD course offering in Svalbard Norway - 13 April - 16 May MIX of field/lectures/labs - see http://www.unis.no - courses - ab325/825 for details Course in Biotelemetry and Biologging (with strong marine mammal components) Topics including: 1) Basic principles for radio signal transmission & antenna theory 2) Telemetric technology, regulations and management of frequencies 3) Ethics (animal welfare) in biotelemetry/biologging 4) Introduction to VHF-based telemetry andGPS-positioning systems in biotelemetry -transmitters applications and limitations 5) Telemetry & biologging equipment - a manufacturers perspective 6) User "issues" - another manufacturer's perspective - trouble shooting 7) Maps, mapping and GPS technology - Practical applications 8) Acoustic telemetry - Methods & Science questions 9) Range size, habitat use etc. (Storage, and retrieval of data and the integration of animal tracks and terrestrial environmental data) 10) An introduction to GIS tools 11) Design considerations/limitations in marine mammal biotelemetry 12) Biotelemetry and biologging with Svalbard's marine mammals - case studies 13) Linking marine mammal telemetry & the environment - MAMVIS & statistical tools 14) Remote methods in sea bird research - transponders, photographic & case studies 15) Fish tracking 16) Physiological telemetry -applications and potential 17) Looking into the future.... TEAM taught course with relevant experts covering the various topics - lead by Prof. Kit M. Kovacs

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New publication on a stranding case of a conjoined bottlenose dolphin
by isil aytemiz 19 Oct '14

19 Oct '14

Dear All, Apologies for cross posting. We would like to inform you that our new paper on stranding case of a conjoined bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) calf has been published in Journal of the Black Sea/Mediterranean Environment. The pdf copy is available online via the following link: Aytemiz, I., Danyer, E., Özgür Özbek, E., Tonay, A.M., Öztürk Amaha, A. 2014. Preliminary report of a conjoined bottlenose dolphin(Tursiops truncatus) calf stranded on the Aegean Sea coast of Turkey. J. Black Sea/Mediterr.Environ. 20(3): 274-279. http://www.blackmeditjournal.org/pdf/9-SON20.3.Ayaka%20A.Ozturk.pdf Abstract On 4 August 2014, a male conjoined dicephalic bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) calf was found dead on the beach of Dikili/İzmir, the Aegean coast of Turkey. This is the first case of conjoined cetacean reported in Turkey and the second in the Mediterranean Sea. Regards Isil AYTEMIZ, Ph.D Candidate Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Istanbul University, 34320, Avcilar, Istanbul, TURKEY Turkish Marine Research Foundation (TUDAV) P.O. Box 10 Beykoz, Istanbul, Turkey Tel: +90 216 424 0772 Fax: +90 216 424 0771

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New paper: Sex differences in risk perception in deep-diving bottlenose dolphins leads to decreased foraging efficiency when exposed to human disturbance
by Symons, John Christopher 19 Oct '14

19 Oct '14

Dear MARMAM colleagues, We are pleased to announce that the following paper has been published online: John Symons, Enrico Pirotta, and David Lusseau (2014). Sex differences in risk perception in deep-diving bottlenose dolphins leads to decreased foraging efficiency when exposed to human disturbance. Journal of Applied Ecology. ABSTRACT: 1. Individuals make behavioural decisions by weighing potential advantages and costs (e.g. increased food intake vs. increased risk of predation). When animals change their activities in response to a perceived threat, their energetic input may decline. Marine ecotourism, including whale and dolphin watching, is growing globally and cetaceans perceive interactions with tour vessels as a form of risk. Observable behavioural changes need to be linked to bioenergetic effects to determine the potential population consequences of this disturbance. 2. We developed a theoretical optimal dive model for bottlenose dolphins under three potential types of perceived risk resulting from human interactions at the surface (decreasing instantaneous risk, increasing instantaneous risk and no risk). We compared the predictions of these theoretical models to observed dive cycles of foraging male and female dolphins in the presence and absence of tour vessels. We used mixture models to classify dive types and mixed effects models to analyse changes in the interbreath interval of surface and bottom dives and the frequency of estimated bottom dives. 3. Males significantly increased bottom time and performed fewer bottom dives when boats were present, matching predictions of our theoretical model for perceived decreasing instantaneous risk. In contrast, females significantly decreased bottom times and increased the frequency of bottom dives, matching predictions from the model for perceived increasing instantaneous risk. Therefore, our empirical results suggest differences in the perception of risk between sexes. 4. Synthesis and applications. By comparing theoretical predictions with observed dive data, our study suggests that boat interactions during foraging can cause decreased net energy gain over a foraging bout for both sexes, with females being more impacted. The population under study is currently listed as critically endangered. Understanding whether these predicted energetic impacts affect an individual's vital rates will provide a link to the population-level consequences of this disturbance. Previous analytical approaches have failed to capture the costs associated with disturbance during foraging, leading to management recommendations that only protect animals from increased energetic expenditure. We suggest that the current management scheme should be revised to include foraging areas in order to secure the energy intake of animals. KEY WORDS: 5. bioenergetics; 6. consequences of disturbance; 7. dive modelling; 8. ecology of fear; 9. PCOD ; 10. predation risk; 11. Tursiops truncatus? A PDF copy of the work can be downloaded from: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1365-2664.12337/full Cheers, John Symons

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MARMAM List Serve Item-Wildlife Welfare
by Kevin Castle 17 Oct '14

17 Oct '14

Hello Robin, Could you please post this the the list serve? Please let me know if it is too long and I can edit it. I would like to emphasize that we are looking for manuscripts dealing with marine species' welfare as well as terrestrial and fresh water species. Thank you! Kevin *Project Title: *Special Supplement to JWD: Advances and Improvements in Wildlife Health and Welfare *Project Contact and Special Supplement Editor: *Kevin Castle, Secretary, American Association of Wildlife Veterinarians (aawvsecretary(a)gmail.com) *Primary Collaborators and Associate Editors: * Peregrine Wolff, President AAWV Sonia Hernandez, Vice-President, AAWV Colin Gillin, Past President, AAWV Anne Justice-Allen, WDA-WVS Nadine Lamberski, WDA-WVS Dan Mulcahy, Research Wildlife Veterinarian, United States Geological Survey, Alaska The American Association of Wildlife Veterinarians and the WDA Wildlife Veterinary Section are soliciting manuscripts for a special supplement to the Journal of Wildlife Diseases (JWD), titled: *Advances and Improvements in Wildlife Health and Welfare*. As a recognized expert in working with and improving the health and welfare of free-ranging wildlife, *we would like to invite you to submit a manuscript* to be considered for inclusion in this Special Supplement to JWD. Animal welfare has become an increasingly important topic of discussion among wildlife disease investigators, managers and the public at large. Recent changes to legislation and regulation dictate that wildlife research must adhere to the highest standards of animal care, yet most of the welfare standards available have been extrapolated from domestic species. Recent studies have been devoted to developing and implementing advances in techniques that specifically address the impact(s) of research and management of wildlife species. This Special Supplement will collect the most relevant work, from a special session at the 2014 WDA Annual International Conference, and through direct author solicitation, and make it widely available to the WDA readership. *Proposed outcomes: * The Special Supplement, to be published in October 2015, will serve as a cohesive reference of real-world, cutting edge guidance and techniques from leading experts in the field on how to identify and ameliorate impacts to wildlife health and welfare during all phases of capture and handling. The publication that results from this work will be of benefit to all WDA members and wildlife professionals in all countries who deal with wildlife health and welfare issues. The papers included in the publication will provide detailed information that is not available through the WDA conference proceedings, and the Supplement will be a valuable resource for Institutional Animal Care and Use committees and others who are tasked with making decisions about wildlife welfare. *Timeline:* WDA Conference (Wildlife Welfare Session) July 2014 Manuscript submission deadline January 15, 2015 Publication and distribution October 2015 *Manuscript Guidelines:* · The submission deadline is *January 15, 2015*. You may send your manuscript now or up until the deadline. Please submit manuscripts or questions to: Dr. Kevin Castle, Special Supplement Editor: aawvsecretary(a)gmail.com · If you have an idea for a manuscript but are unsure of whether it may be appropriate or not, we encourage authors to send a short abstract or tentative title to the Special Supplement Editor in advance ( aawvsecretary(a)gmail.com) · Authors interested in presenting a *review* of a particular aspect of wildlife health and welfare are encouraged to contact the Special Supplement Editor to discuss. Formatting, manuscript length, and editorial process will follow JWD guidelines for authors of full-length articles. For specific Instruction to Authors, please click here <http://wildlifedisease.org/wda/Portals/0/JWD_ITAR_6-10-2012.pdf>. Dr. Kevin Castle will oversee the peer-review process with the help of associate editors and subject matter experts. Page charges and open-access charges will be paid through WDA Small Grant Program funds and matching funds obtained by the collaborators listed above. *Authors will not be responsible for page charges, nor for providing open access to the supplement.* Submission will not guarantee acceptance; however, significant consideration will be given to well-written manuscripts based on research that addresses one or more of the following topics in free-ranging wildlife (including fish). Research involving captive animals may be acceptable if it provides information applicable to improving health and welfare of free-ranging wildlife. · Measuring stress or applying methods to relieve/decrease stress · Improvements in field surgical techniques, including placement of marking or monitoring equipment · Improvements or innovation in field anesthetic and anesthetic monitoring protocols o e.g. Benefits of measuring blood gases and other parameters · Assessment and alleviation of pain · Improvements in field euthanasia · Research that tests how animal welfare is impacted during any of the following components of an event: o Pursuit o Capture o Handling/manipulation o Recovery o Transport/release o Post-release · Researcher and public perceptions and expectations regarding wildlife welfare · Defining and measuring a successful handling event (e.g. can post-release mortality inform us of the success of immobilization, or should we really be looking at long-term survival and reproduction?) · Defining costs/benefits of sedation for activities that do not require general anesthesia · Assessing the appropriate level of immediate post-immobilization recovery monitoring (i.e. stay with the animal or leave it?) -- Kevin Castle, DVM, MS AAWV Secretary Wildlife Veterinarian U.S. National Park Service 1201 Oakridge Dr, Suite 200 Fort Collins, CO 80521 970-430-0205

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FAU Job advertisement
by Adam Schaefer 17 Oct '14

17 Oct '14

Could you please distribute to all members Florida Atlantic University, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Assistant/Associate/Full Research Professor & Veterinary Scientist (DVM/PhD or DVM/MS) Ft. Pierce, FL Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (HBOI), located in Ft. Pierce, FL, seeks a highly motivated, qualified veterinary scientist with research experience related to aquatic animal health. This scientist will be appointed at the Assistant, Associate or Full Research Professor level, dependent upon qualifications. The scientist will be expected to develop a strong research program that integrates with existing research and new research opportunities at Harbor Branch and FAU colleges and campuses. The scientist will work with internal and external collaborators while participating in clinical programs including: health assessments and stranding responses; rehabilitation activities; and environmental studies. The successful candidate will be expected to obtain external funding to successfully maintain and grow the program, and will participate in educational activities through training MS and PhD students and leading educational programs in aquatic animal health. The appointed veterinarian will also serve as an IACUC member bringing expertise on marine mammal and other marine species research to the committee and act as the Clinical Veterinarian responsible for overseeing IACUC protocols and associated activities at HBOI while working closely with the FAU Attending Veterinarian and FAU's Division of Research. HBOI faculty and staff lead robust programs in estuarine, coastal and deep-sea research that include marine mammal research and conservation, population biology and behavioral ecology, marine ecosystem health, ocean exploration, aquaculture and stock enhancement, marine biomedical and biotechnology research, ocean engineering and technology, and ocean dynamics and modeling. Please see www.fau.edu/hboi<http://www.fau.edu/hboi> for more information. Posted Minimum Qualifications REQUIRED: * A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an AVMA accredited program with additional graduate training to the M.S. or Ph.D. level, preferably in an area related to aquatic animal health such as pathology, microbiology and immunology, environmental medicine, toxicology, and/or environmental science. * Evidence of research productivity consistent with rank. * Must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Florida or ability to acquire. PREFERRED: * Training and experience in marine mammal research. * Evidence of strong program management skills consistent with rank. * Training and experience in any of the following areas: infectious diseases, pathology, immunology, toxicology, wildlife medicine, conservation medicine, environmental health or medicine, or related fields. * Clinical experience with marine mammals and other aquatic species desired. * Experience with supervision of graduate students desired. To Apply This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice. All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://jobs.fau.edu) by completing the Faculty, Administrative, Managerial & Professional Position Application and submitting the related documents. Please apply for position #980505. The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. In addition to completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of official transcripts scanned into an electronic format, a statement of research experience and philosophy, and contact information for three references including email addresses. A background check will be required for the candidate selected for this position. This position is subject to funding. Florida Atlantic University is a public research university with multiple campuses along the southeast Florida coast serving a uniquely diverse community. Today, the University serves more than 28,000 undergraduate and graduate students. FAU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. For more information about FAU and HBOI, please visit www.fau.edu/hboi. For further information contact: Peter McCarthy, PhD, Search Committee Chair Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Florida Atlantic University 5600 US 1 North Fort Pierce, FL 34946 772-242-2400 pmccart5@.fau.edu Adam M. Schaefer, MPH Epidemiologist Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University 5600 US 1 North, Ft. Pierce, FL 34946 office: 772-242-2311 Ocean Science for a Better World

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Re: [MARMAM] New paper on medical regenerative techniqies in bottlenose dolphins.
by Daniel Garcia 16 Oct '14

16 Oct '14

Dear marine mammal community, A new paper about Platelet-Rich Plasma and Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Regenerative Medicine-Associated Treatments in Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) has recently been published. Citation: Griffeth RJ, García-Párraga D, Mellado-López M, Crespo-Picazo JL, Soriano-Navarro M, et al. (2014) Platelet-Rich Plasma and Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Regenerative Medicine-Associated Treatments in Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus). PLoS ONE 9(9): e108439. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0108439 Abstract: Dolphins exhibit an extraordinary capacity to heal deep soft tissue injuries. Nevertheless, accelerated wound healing in wild or captive dolphins would minimize infection and other side effects associated with open wounds in marine animals. Here, we propose the use of a biological-based therapy for wound healing in dolphins by the application of platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Blood samples were collected from 9 different dolphins and a specific and simple protocol which concentrates platelets greater than two times that of whole blood was developed. As opposed to a commonly employed human protocol for PRP preparation, a single centrifugation for 3 minutes at 900 rpm resulted in the best condition for the concentration of dolphin platelets. By FACS analysis, dolphin platelets showed reactivity to platelet cell-surface marker CD41. Analysis by electron microscopy revealed that dolphin platelets were larger in size than human platelets. These findings may explain the need to reduce the duration and speed of centrifugation of whole blood from dolphins to obtain a 2-fold increase and maintain proper morphology of the platelets. For the first time, levels of several growth factors from activated dolphin platelets were quantified. Compared to humans, concentrations of PDGF-BB were not different, while TGFβ and VEGF-A were significantly lower in dolphins. Additionally, adipose tissue was obtained from cadaveric dolphins found along the Spanish Mediterranean coast, and adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ASCs) were successfully isolated, amplified, and characterized. When dolphin ASCs were treated with 2.5 or 5% dolphin PRP they exhibited significant increased proliferation and improved phagocytotic activity, indicating that in culture, PRP may improve the regenerative capacity of ASCs. Taken together, we show an effective and well-defined protocol for efficient PRP isolation. This protocol alone or in combination with ASCs, may constitute the basis of a biological treatment for wound-healing and tissue regeneration in dolphins. You can download it for free at: http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0108439 I hope you find it interesting. Best regards Daniel _________________________________________________________ Daniel García Párraga, DVM Director of Veterinary and Laboratory Services. Biology Department. Oceanogràfic. Grupo Parques Reunidos. Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. ________________________________________________________________ Telf: (+ 34) 96 1975501 Telf direct: (+ 34) 96 1975508 Fax : (+34) 96 1975511 Oceanogràfic. Grupo Parques Reunidos Valencia. C/. Eduardo Primo Yúfera (Científic), nº 1B. 46013. Valencia. Spain. e-mail: dgarcia(a)oceanografic.org web: www.cac.es/ www.parquesreunidos.com

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New postgraduate student section in Tourism in Marine Environments
by Michael Lueck 16 Oct '14

16 Oct '14

Kia Ora MARMAMers Tourism in Marine Environments (https://www.cognizantcommunication.com/journal-titles/tourism-in-marine-env…) is introducing a new section, in which postgraduate students may present their work after successful completion of their thesis/dissertation. Please feel free to pass the information below on to postgraduate students working in the wider field of coastal, marine and island tourism. Best Wishes from Auckland Micha Postgraduate Student Section TIME publishes extended abstracts of Masters and Doctoral theses and dissertations, which have been completed within the past 18 months of submission. If the thesis/dissertation will be available online via a university library or repository, the extended abstract should not be submitted until after the URL is available. The submitted material should include a title page with title, name of the author, name(s) of supervisor(s), name of the degree, and the institution awarding the degree. In a separate document, the supervisor(s) must verify the authenticity of the document. The extended abstract should be between 1500 and 2000 words in length (not including figures, tables and reference list), and be structured in the standard format of a thesis/dissertation: Introduction, literature review, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion. Complete manuscripts shall be submitted for review to the postgraduate section editor, David Fennell, at dfennell(a)brocku.ca<applewebdata://0A0B3325-F49E-4DFD-A6B5-F0D8C2BCF0EA/%22mailto:dfennell> Michael Lück, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Tourism Studies School of Hospitality and Tourism | Faculty of Culture and Society | AUT University | Private Bag 92006 | Auckland | New Zealand e-mail: mlueck(a)aut.ac.nz | Phone: +64 9-921-9999 ext. 5833 | Fax: +64 9-921 9962 Associate Director, New Zealand Tourism Research Institute NZTRI http://www.tri.org.nz Co-Chair, International Coastal & Marine Tourism Society (ICMTS) http://www.coastalmarinetourism.org/ Member, International Competence Network for Tourism Research and Education (ICNT) http://icnt.weebly.com/index.html Member, Institute for Tourism Research, University for Applied Sciences Harz, Germany http://www.hs-harz.de Editor-in-Chief: Tourism in Marine Environments https://www.cognizantcommunication.com/journal-titles/tourism-in-marine-env… Associate Editor: Journal of Ecotourism http://www.tandfonline.com/toc/reco20/current#.Up-dvY2yz64 New books: * Gross, S. & M. Lück (eds.) (2013). The Low Cost Carriers Worldwide. Ashgate, London. http://www.ashgate.com/default.aspx?page=637&calcTitle=1&pageSubject=314&ti… * Robinson, P.; M. Lück & S.L. Smith (2013). Tourism. CABI, Wallingford. http://bookshop.cabi.org/?page=2633&pid=2456&site=191 * Pernecky, T. & M. Lück (eds.) (2013). Events, Society and Sustainability: Critical and contemporary approaches. Routledge, London. http://www.routledge.com/books/details/9780415809931/

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ORCA training course- Sunday 30th November, Bangor Gwynedd
by Rebecca Boys 16 Oct '14

16 Oct '14

Please could you send this out to all MARMAMERS There is an ORCA (marine mammal surveyor course) training course on Sunday 30th November at Bangor University Bangor Gwynedd UK. Thank you, Rebecca Boys

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