February 2015 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

New paper on habitat preferences of southern right whales
by Will Rayment 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Dear all We are happy to announce that the following paper is now published in Journal of Biogeography. Breeding status affects fine-scale habitat selection of southern right whales on their wintering grounds. William Rayment, Steve Dawson and Trudi Webster. Journal of Biogeography 42: 463-474. For a PDF please email will.rayment(a)otago.ac.nz *Abstract* *Aim *To develop and validate a model for fine-scale distribution of southern right whales (/Eubalaena australis/) on their calving grounds, accounting for breeding status. *Location *Port Ross, a harbour at the northern end of the sub-Antarctic Auckland Islands, approximately 450 km south of mainland New Zealand. *Methods *Species–habitat surveys were conducted during annual winter expeditions to the Auckland Islands from 2010 to 2012. Presence locations for groups including calves (calf groups; /n/ = 462) and not including calves (non-calf groups; /n/ = 313) were recorded during small-boat surveys of Port Ross, and an equal number of pseudo-absence locations were generated in a GIS analysis. Explanatory variables tested were water depth, seabed slope, distance to coast, distance to shelter from prevailing wind and average wave exposure (estimated from a custom-built wave model). The occurrence of calf groups and non-calf groups was separately related to explanatory variables using binomial generalized additive models, with best models chosen via the minimum Akaike information criterion score. Multi-fold validation was conducted to assess model performance and temporal variation in distribution. *Results *The best models for calf groups were consistent, always including wave exposure, distance to shelter, depth and distance to the coastline. In contrast, the best non-calf group models were more variable and explained only a small proportion of the variation in the data. Validation metrics indicated that the calf group models were useful predictors of distribution in Port Ross during winter, and that the calf group models performed better than the non-calf models using the same suite of environmental variables. *Main conclusions *Breeding female southern right whales seek sheltered, nearshore waters during the early life-stages of their calves and are more selective of these habitats than non-calving whales. The results highlight the importance of sheltered habitat for taxa with vulnerable life-history stages, and the need to account for reproductive status to refine species–habitat models. -- Will Rayment, PhD Lecturer Marine Science Department Te Tari Putaiao Taimoana University of Otago PO Box 56 Dunedin New Zealand phone: +64 3 4798304 (w) +64 21 488961 (mob.) http://www.otago.ac.nz/marinescience/staff/willrayment.html

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A request for help: looking for Russian studies on climate indices and sea-ice associated wildlife
by Thea Bechshoft 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Dear all, I am looking for any studies out of Russia on climate indices (AO, NAO, PDO, ENSO/SO) and how they affect sea-ice obligate and sea-ice associated birds and mammals. Geographically, we are talking the Barents Sea, Laptev Sea, Kara Sea, East Siberian Sea, Chukchi Sea, Bering Strait, Bering Sea, Svalbard, and any area further north of these. My own literature search has proven futile so far, so any and all help would be very much appreciated; pdf files, general pointers, links, etc. (also if it exists only in Russian, although English is preferred). Thank you, Thea -- Thea Bechshoft, PhD Postdoctoral Fellow Department of Biological Sciences University of Alberta Edmonton, AB T6G 2E9 Canada

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Job announcement - Alaska Steller sea lion field camp positions, Ocean Associates, Inc
by Kathryn Chumbley - NOAA Federal 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

*Scientist III and **Biological Technician II positions (May 11-Aug. 8, 2015)* *NOAA/NMFS/Alaska Fishery Science Center* *National Marine Mammal Laboratory (NMML), Seattle, WA* *Alaska Ecosystem Program/Steller Sea Lion Field Camps* Ocean Associates, Inc., a contractor for The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Alaska Fishery Science Center, is soliciting cover letters and resumes for the upcoming 2015 field season to study the western stock of endangered Steller sea lions (*Eumetopias jubatus*) in Alaska. This work is part of a long-term annual population abundance and survival monitoring program. Duties include conducting counts, identifying individual sea lions by tags, brands, and natural markings, and monitoring reproduction and survival at remote field sites in Alaska. For general information about the program, visit this website: http://www.afsc.noaa.gov/nmml/alaska Employment will be from May 11 - Aug 8, 2015. Between 1 and 6 new positions will be contracted for the 2015 field season, contingent upon funding. The pay rate for regular work hours will be $21.04 per hour for the Scientist III position and $18.04 for the Biological Technician position; overtime pay rates for both positions will be 1.5 times the regular hour rate. Application information is listed below. The first week of employment (May 11-16, 2015) is spent in Seattle training. Attendance is mandatory and successful completion of training is required for all field team members each season. Transportation to Seattle and food and lodging in Seattle are not provided. Transportation from Seattle to and from Alaska and the field site, food, and lodging in the field are provided. Field teams are typically in Alaska for 8-10 weeks. Employment period ends at the end of the field season and there is no additional work. Field work is conducted by 2-4 member teams in remote camps located at either Ugamak Island (eastern Aleutian Islands) or Marmot Island (central Gulf of Alaska). All personnel are expected to perform daily research duties as well as camp maintenance (chopping wood, hauling water, cooking, compost toilet maintenance, etc.). Participants are required to stay for the duration of the field season and there are no crew changes. Field stations are remote, there are no other residents on the islands, and outside communication is limited (no cell phone coverage and no email). Researchers live in small shelters at the various sites with no running water or electricity. Field stations are accessible only by ship or helicopter. Each camp is staffed with one field camp leader and 1-2 assistants. The camp leader serves as the senior person in the camp and generally has previous experience on this project. Field camp leaders are responsible for field camp logistics and maintenance, ensuring that research goals are met and that safety protocols are followed, ensuring that all data is entered and edited during the season, ensuring the return of field equipment and supplies, and producing an annual report at end of the field season. Under the guidance of a field camp leader, field camp assistants help with camp preparation, data collection, data entry and editing, and field gear inventory and packing. All team members maintain a safe working environment for field personnel, participate in daily camp maintenance and operation, and assist with the return of field equipment and supplies at the end of the season. *Research Duties*: Research is conducted outdoors 7 days per week, often in inclement weather. Temperatures at field sites can range from 35 to 85 degrees. Fog, wind, and rain are common, with occasional snow early in the season. Candidates should be prepared to hike daily (> 5 miles) with a large, heavy daypack, over rough and uneven terrain, steep slopes, rocky ledges, and have no fear of heights or flying in helicopters. Observation stations are located on the edge of cliffs or overlooks above the sea lions. Observers will be expected to use binoculars and spotting scopes for long periods of time and be able to recognize markings or brands on sea lions. *There is generally no animal handling during field camp operations.* Sea lions should be unaware of the presence of biologists. Candidates should be in excellent physical condition with no pre-existing health problems such as heart disease, severe allergies, depression, debilitating asthma or other ailments that will compromise their health, the health and safety of others in the camp, or the completion of research duties. *Minimum Qualifications*: Candidates must be U.S. citizens and have an education in a biological science. A Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field with previous field experience is highly recommended. Field work, employment, or life experience in very remote settings particularly in Alaska or other cold, wet climate regions is preferred. The ability to work well in a small team and independently, with good communication and problem-solving skills is mandatory. Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions and data protocols is mandatory. Working knowledge of personal computers including use of word processing, spreadsheets, and relational database programs such as Access or SQL is highly recommended. Current First Aid and CPR certification is required. Wilderness First Aid is highly recommended and candidates will be given extra consideration with this certification. *Application Deadline: March 6, 2015 * Please submit a cover letter and resume with employment history, education history, and the names and contact information (email and phone numbers) of three work-related references to both contacts listed below. Applicants not meeting qualification criteria or who submit incomplete applications will not be considered. Ocean Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law. Please contact Ocean Associates, Inc (employer) with questions regarding eligibility, compensation, and application questions. Submit applications to: Ocean Associates, Inc. FOR BIO TECH II: https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=15919712 With cc to: Kathryn.Chumbley(a)noaa.gov FOR SCIENTIST III: https://home2.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=15919782 With cc to: Kathryn.Chumbley(a)noaa.gov

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Marine Mammal Stranding summer internships
by Harry, Charles 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Marine Mammal Stranding Response Internships on Cape Cod, MA The International Fund for Animal Welfare’s (IFAW) Marine Mammal Rescue and Research Program is currently accepting applications for Marine Mammal Stranding Response Internships for summer 2015. Interns will be placed in one of two available tracks (Response or Necropsy), however all interns will receive cross-training in both areas. Background IFAW is an international non-profit organization with headquarters in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, USA. IFAW’s Marine Mammal Rescue and Research Program is a federally authorized response program dedicated to marine mammal stranding response on Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts. Our mission is to promote the conservation of marine mammal species and their habitat by improving the rescue and humane care of stranded marine mammals, advancing stranding science, and increasing public awareness through education. Cape Cod is a marine mammal stranding “hot spot”, with over 230 strandings per year, including live and dead seals, large whales, porpoises and dolphins and an unusually high frequency of live mass stranded dolphins. Internship Duties – Response Track - Assist staff with all aspects of marine mammal stranding response including; live animal health assessment and triage, stranding hotline coverage, dispatch of field responders, opportunistic public outreach, and biological data collection and sampling from dead stranded marine mammals. - Assist in maintaining preparedness for strandings including: cleaning, organizing, and maintaining stranding response gear and equipment - Assist in data entry of stranding reports, case files, and sample collection - Assist in organizing, cataloging, and archiving stranded marine mammal documentation including photos and video - General office duties and report and outreach/education material preparation Internship Duties - Necropsy Track - Assist the necropsy coordinator in performing post-mortem examinations in both field and laboratory settings - Assist in maintaining, cleaning, and organizing necropsy equipment and supplies - Assist in photo archiving and data entry - Assist in the archiving, shipping and tracking of biological samples - Assist in the preparation of necropsy reports - General office duties including training and outreach material preparation and organization Requirements - Candidates must be at least 18 years old - Must possess a valid driver’s license - Must be of good physical fitness, be able to lift/carry 40lbs, walk long distances in difficult terrain, and work in harsh weather conditions at times. - Able to follow written and oral staff directions and protocols effectively Preferred candidate will also have: - Undergraduate study of biology, zoology, ecology, marine/environmental/animal science - Experience handling animals - Experience driving trucks, trailers and boats - Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Learning outcomes While hands-on experience is opportunistic and the number and type of responses will vary, most interns have the opportunity to: - Develop skills in identifying species commonly stranded on Cape Cod and gain knowledge of their biology and ecology - Acquire basic stranded cetacean and pinniped assessment and triage skills - Gain knowledge of response logistics and management including the use of the Incident Command System - Gain knowledge of the stranding network structure and operation and marine mammal policy as it relates to strandings - Gain basic necropsy skills and knowledge of marine mammal anatomy and physiology - Participate in active research projects as appropriate Additional Information This internship is unpaid. Housing and transportation are the responsibility of the intern. International applicants will be considered, but is the responsibility of the applicant to acquire necessary visas and documentation; including an international driver’s license. Internship start and end dates are flexible but the position requires a minimum 12 week continuous commitment for the summer session (June - August). Interns are required to attend a minimum of 3 days per week, which may include weekends and holidays. Since strandings are unpredictable, applicants with flexible daily schedules are preferred. If the intern intends to receive academic credit, he/she will be responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institutions. Interns should be prepared to perform in a variety of settings on any given day including beach, on-water, and laboratory. Specialized gear such as dry suits and life jackets will be provided. To apply: Please use the below link to access the online application and to upload supporting materials (Cover Letter, Resume, Letter of Recommendation from college professor or employer) http://www.ifaw.org/united-states/about-ifaw/employment All application materials must be received by March 2nd by 5:00pm EST For more information about IFAW’s global animal welfare and conservation work, please visit www.ifaw.org<http://www.ifaw.org> C.T. Harry | Asst. Stranding Coordinator | Marine Mammal Rescue & Research __________________________________________________________ IFAW - International Fund for Animal Welfare World Headquarters 290 Summer Street - Yarmouth Port, MA 02675 tel.1.508.744.2272 email. charry(a)ifaw.org<mailto:charry@ifaw.org> stranding hotline. 1.508.743.9548 Saving Animals in Crisis Around the World www.ifaw.org<http://www.ifaw.org/> The content of this email is intended only for the use of the above-named addressee and may contain information that is confidential, proprietary, and/or legally privileged. Please notify the sender if you received this email in error.

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new article
by Silvina Botta 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Dear all We are happy to announce the publication of the following paper in *Marine Ecology Progress Series* Ba/Ca ratios in teeth reveal habitat use patterns of dolphins S. Botta, C. Albuquerque, A. A. Hohn, V. M. F. da Silva, M. C. O. Santos, C. Meirelles, L. Barbosa, A. P. M. Di Beneditto, R. M. A. Ramos, C. Bertozzi, M. J. Cremer, V. Franco-Trecu, N. Miekeley, E. R. Secchi ABSTRACT: Teeth and otoliths are metabolically inert structures that preserve a chronology of chemical variations that may be related to the environmental histories experienced by each organism. Because of the natural decrease of barium (Ba) and increase of strontium (Sr) bioavailability in water with increasing salinity, these elements may be especially useful to track habitat use in aquatic organisms. Therefore, we tested whether the Ba/Ca and Sr/Ca ratios in the teeth of dolphins represent a salinity gradient. The main aim was to determine whether these elements can be used as a natural tag for different aquatic environments. Teeth from 2 freshwater dolphins (*Inia geoffrensis* and *Sotalia fluviatilis*) and 2 marine species (*S. guianensis* and *Pontoporia blainvillei*) from Brazil and Uruguay were analyzed using a Laser Ablation Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometer. Intensity ratios of 138Ba/43Ca and 86Sr/43Ca were measured along a line that covered all growth increments in the dentin from the second year of life onwards. Teeth from the freshwater species had mean Ba/Ca values tenfold higher than marine dolphins, confirming the inverse relationship between salinity (and thus ambient Ba/Ca) and elemental ratios in teeth. Furthermore, Ba/Ca ratios could also differentiate dolphins from lower-salinity estuarine areas from those in areas with minimal freshwater discharge. No significant differences were found for Sr/Ca values. Results presented encouraging indications for the application of this technique as a potential new tool for studying habitat use in aquatic mammals. The paper can be downloaded here: http://www.int-res.com/abstracts/meps/v521/p249-263/ Also, you can contact me for a pdf copy or any questions (silbotta(a)gmail.com ) Cheers Silvina Botta

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Re: [MARMAM] ECS Workshop - STRENGTHENING THE COOPERATION FOR A BETTER CETACEAN CONSERVATION IN THE ACCOBAMS AREA: WORKING TOGETHER WITH COMMON TOOLS
by Accobams 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

STRENGTHENING THE COOPERATION FOR A BETTER CETACEAN CONSERVATION IN THE ACCOBAMS AREA: WORKING TOGETHER WITH COMMON TOOLS ECS Workshop – Saturday 21st March 2015 - Malta ORGANIZERS: ACCOBAMS Secretariat (Florence DESCROIX COMANDUCCI, Camille MONTIGLIO and Maylis SALIVAS), GIS3M (Hélène LABACH), WWF France (Denis ODY, Aurelie TASCIOTTI) and Acquario di Genova (Guido GNONE) EXPECTED NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 40 All interested participants are invited to contact Maylis SALIVAS by email (msalivas(a)accobams.net <mailto:msalivas@accobams.net> ). PRICE: 25€/ participant (full day) Or 15€ half day OBJECTIVE: Strengthening the Cooperation in the ACCOBAMS Area This workshop aims at facilitating the information data flow and the dynamic exchange of knowledge and experiences between all experts involved in cetacean conservation in the Mediterranean and Black Seas (scientists, NGOs, students …). The final objective of the workshop is the implementation and the use of common and relevant information/communication tools for the conservation of cetaceans in the ACCOBAMS area. AGENDA Morning Session 8:45 Welcome of participants 9:15 Presentation and launch of the ACCOBAMS communication database for information exchange - Maylis SALIVAS This initiative came from a real need expressed by ACCOBAMS Parties during the regional workshops on the ‘ACCOBAMS Strategy’ in 2012. In this context, and after consultation with the ACCOBAMS Scientific Committee and the ACCOBAMS Partners, it was decided to propose a dynamic internet tool allowing: (i) the consultation of studies and activities (anyone can ask to add his/her own contribution), (ii) the concrete exchanges of information through a discussions’ forum, e.g., a blog. All topics about the conservation of cetaceans can be addressed (research, threats, stranding, etc.). This tool aims at facilitating collaborations between all actors in cetacean conservation, especially between experts from North Countries and experts from Southern Mediterranean Countries, but also between experts within a same sub-region. 9:45 Launch of the network NetCCoBAMS - Maylis SALIVAS and Aurélie TASCIOTTI With this workshop, we would like to launch the first network in cetology for the ACCOBAMS area (Mediterranean, Black Sea and Atlantic adjacent area): the “NetCCoBAMS” initiative. Organizations and experts will be invited to provide advices and guidance on this initiative and to contribute to the discussions. Two coordinators will be appointed to work in close collaboration on this issue with ACCOBAMS / GIS3M and WWF. - Presentation of NetCCoBAMS - Discussions 10:45 Coffee break 11:00 Feedback from ACCOBAMS Partners and other relevant organizations- Camille MONTIGLIO - all ACCOBAMS Partners and relevant organizations ACCOBAMS Partners and other relevant organizations will be invited to express their views with emphasis on collaboration/communication within the ACCOBAMS area and contribute to the discussion. 12:30 Lunch – snacks will be provided Afternoon session 14:00 Training to the use of Intercet – Guido GNONE Material needed: participant should come with their own computer. An internet access will be needed. Intercet is a photo ID Web-GIS application thought to support aggregation, visualization and integrated analysis of data coming from various institutions engaged in cetacean research. About 100 potential data contributors at Mediterranean level were identified during the last ACCOBAMS Scientific Committee. A training of different experts involved in the cetacean conservation, on the Intercet use, is the first step of a sustainable implementation of this important tool that promotes data sharing on a common basis. (More information on this tool is available: <http://www.intercet.it/> http://www.intercet.it/) Maÿlis SALIVAS Scientific Officer Jardin de l’UNESCO Terrasses de Fontvieille 98000 Monaco msalivas(a)accobams.net <mailto:msalivas@accobams.net> Tel : +377 9898 4275 Fax : +377 9898 4208 <http://www.accobams.org> www.accobams.org

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Natural History Sciences - a new/old journal for natural sciences: marine mammals are welcome!
by Bruno Cozzi 17 Feb '15

17 Feb '15

Dear All, we would like to draw your attention on the fully renewed international edition of Natural History Sciences (NHS), a very old journal established in 1859 as /Atti della Società Italiana di Scienze Naturali e del Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Milano/. NHS is an open access, peer-reviewed venue for articles dealing with various aspects of natural history. The international Advisory Board guarantees quality and thoroughness in reviewing. NHS is the official journal of the Italian Society for Natural Sciences, a scientific organization founded in 1857. NHS is indexed in Google scholar and other international platforms. As an example we recently published a paper on the sperm whale brain that you can freely download following the link in the index of the journal at http://sisn.pagepress.org/index.php/nhs/index. We hope you all will welcome the chance to enlarge the number of journals to consider for your valuable research on marine mammals and their environment. With our best wishes bruno cozzi and Michela Podest -- Bruno Cozzi Dept. of Comparative Biomedicine and Food Science University of Padova viale dell'Università 16 35020 Legnaro (PD) - ITALY mail bruno.cozzi(a)unipd.it fax +39.049.8272796 phone +39.049.8272626

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UK Underwater Acoustics courses in March for Marine and Oil, Gas and Defence
by Sam Nichols 17 Feb '15

17 Feb '15

UNDERWATER ACOUSTICS IN THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT 23 - 26th March 2015 University of Southampton, UK in association with the University of Bath Seiche's 4 day course equips delegates with a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of underwater acoustics. It then focuses on developing clear, quantitative understanding of the issues involved in the impact of acoustics on marine wildlife. The following topics are covered: ocean environments, noise propagation models, sound field modelling, methods of assessment, impacts of noise on marine life, mitigation, environmental regulations and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), fisheries, JNCC guidelines, emerging studies and technologies acrossthis field, the physical drivers of noise and seismic sources, vessel-radiated noise, shallow water measurements, marine seismic imaging, marine seismic sources and marine seismic data processing. The course is delivered by leading research professors and experts in their field including Dr Paul Lepper, Dr Philippe Blondel, Dr Paul Fernandes and Professor Victor Humphrey It will be particularly useful in providing a better understanding of reports that delegates either have to deliver or receive from clients. Who is it for? Regulators, environmental consultants and policy/environmental professionals within industry This course has been granted official CPD recognition by IMarEST, the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology UNDERWATER ACOUSTICS FOR OIL, GAS AND DEFENCE 23 - 27th March 2015 University of Southampton, UK in association with the University of Bath This 5 day intensive course in underwater acoustics is delivered by leading research professors primarily for engineers and scientists from the oil, gas and defence industries. The first 3 days cover the principles of underwater acoustics, providing delegates with an in-depth knowledge of the mechanisms of sound propagation in the ocean, the impact of noise and reverberation produced by the ocean environment and the basic structure and performance of acoustic instruments. This is followed by 2 days of advanced modules on underwater sound sources with emphasis on sonar, its application and measurement, calculations in shelf sea waters, seismic imaging, seismic sources and seismic data. Delegates are required to have a good grounding in Maths, Engineering or Science. This course has been granted official CPD recognition by IMarEST, the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology For more info and details, please visit www.seiche.com training course section or contact Sarah Hancock on s.hancock(a)seiche.com

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2015 Cetacean Field Training Courses in Scotland
by Dr Kevin Robinson 17 Feb '15

17 Feb '15

For the 15th consecutive year, we are pleased to announce our 2015 field dates for the CRRUs "Whales and dolphins of the Moray Firth" project in northeast Scotland Our CRRU courses are run in the form of a training / educational internship, with formal lectures, seminars and presentations by the research team, practical training in field methodologies and data collection and analysis, during your direct participation in the research, education and rescue work of this dynamic and outgoing conservation charity (see www.crru.org.uk/join_the_team.asp for further details and www.crru.org.uk/publications.asp for our research publication list). This summer, the dates for our 11-day taught programme (with all teams commencing on a Monday and finishing on a Thursday) will be: · Team I: 18 May - 28 May - 3 places remaining · Team II: 1 Jun - 11 Jun - 4 places remaining · Team III: 15 Jun - 25 Jun - 2 places remaining · Team IV: 29 Jun - 9 Jul - 3 places remaining · Team V: 13 Jul - 23 Jul - 1 place remaining · Team VI: 27 Jul - 6 Aug - 3 places remaining · Team VII: 10 Aug - 20 Aug - 3 places remaining · Team VIII: 24 Aug - 3 Sep - 5 places remaining · Team IX: 7 Sep - 17 Sep - 5 places remaining · Team X: 21 Sep - 1 Oct - 5 places remaining In addition, once again we will be holding a combined field team with taught GIS course on the following date: · Team XI: 5 Oct - 15 Oct* - 8 places remaining This GIS course will incorporate a custom designed 4-day GIS module (including course manuals and materials) from GIS In Ecology ( <http://www.gisinecology.com/> www.GISinEcology.com) taught by Dr. Colin MacLeod/Dr. Michael Tetley, both renowned experts in using GIS in ecological research, which will consist of a series of background and practical sessions covering the use of GIS in cetacean and marine research. Practical elements will include learning how to collect field data at sea and how to import this data into a Geographic Information System to investigate the spatial and temporal distribution of identified species and analyse the home ranges of known individual animals. A combination of ESRI's ArcGIS 10.1 software and an open-source (and licence free) alternative will be used in this regard, and a uniquely numbered and verifiable certificate of completion for this GIS module of the course will be provided. The cost for an 11 day internship in 2015 is 895 GBP, and this will cover you for full board (all your accommodation and food costs), your full equipment needs and ALL associated field costs during your stay with us in the heritage fishing village of Gardenstown in Banff. You'll simply need to arrange your own travel itinerary to us in Banffshire, northeast Scotland (nearest airport Dyce, Aberdeen, approx. 1½ hours from the field base by coach) plus any personal spending money. The cost for the internship plus GIS course in Oct is 1250 GBP For further details please visit the CRRU project page at www.crru.org.uk/join_the_team.asp, or email us directly at info(a)crru.org.uk with any questions or to request a copy of the project briefing and booking/application forms. We look forward to hearing from you On behalf of the CRRU team Dr. Kevin Robinson Director, CRRU <mailto:kev.robinson@crru.org.uk> kev.robinson(a)crru.org.uk Cetacean Research & Rescue Unit, PO Box 11307, Banff, AB45 3WB, Scotland, UK | ( +44 (0)1261 851696 | <http://www.crru.org.uk/> www.crru.org.uk Whale and Dolphin Research | Environmental Educational Outreach | Marine Wildlife Rescue | Consultancy | MMO Services <http://www.facebook.com/crru.org.uk> WDC on Facebook <http://www.twitter.com/crru> WDC on Twitter <https://www.linkedin.com/company/cetacean-research-&-rescue-unit-crru-> http://static.wixstatic.com/media/f81288cef4de8223015ce3dabe23a0c4.png_srz_p _50_50_75_22_0.50_1.20_0.00_png_srz Recognised Scottish Charity No. SC 035473

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Call for applications to the summer school “Acoustic Communication”, Denmark August 7-20, 2015
by Peter Teglberg Madsen 17 Feb '15

17 Feb '15

Dear All, This course in bioacoustics has a large component dealing with sound in water that may be of interest to many grad students working with marine mammals. Please see below. Best Peter Peter T. Madsen Zoophysiology, Department of Bioscience Aarhus University, Build. 1131, CF Mollers Alle 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark Phone: 0045 8715 6501 email: peter.madsen(a)biology.au.dk<mailto:peter.madsen@biology.au.dk> Web: www.marinebioacoustics.com<http://www.marinebioacoustics.com/> [sender_logo] Call for applications graduate summer school “Acoustic Communication”, August 7-20, 2015 Graduate course arranged by graduate school SNAK, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark Application deadline April 1, 2015 This intensive graduate course focuses on methods and techniques for studying animal sound communication in air (infra-, ultra- and sonic ranges), in water, and in solids (vibrations). It includes lectures, practicals, and excursions with time for discussion and student presentations. Introductory lectures aim at giving an overview of the subject of acoustic communication followed by special lectures on the fundamentals of acoustics, signal analysis, psychoacoustics, animal sound production, and noise. Practicals aim at giving the students hands-on experience of sound and vibration recording, sound analysis, and playback in air and water with emphasis on methodological limitations and pitfalls. MatLab will be used throughout the course but prior experience is not required. The applicants will be evaluated through group presentations of practicals. More information including detailed program is posted here<http://www.sdu.dk/en/Om_SDU/Institutter_centre/I_Biologi/Forskning/Forskeru…>. Date: August 7-20, 2015 Location: The terrestrial and the marine field stations of the Institute of Biology, University of Southern Denmark. The stations are located in Southern Jutland (terrestrial) close to the Danish-German border and in the town of Kerteminde (marine) on the East coast of Funen, respectively. Teachers: Resident experts and invited experts from abroad. Confirmed external teachers: Kristian Beedholm (Aarhus University, DK), Mark Johnson (University of St. Andrews, UK), Peter Teglberg Madsen (Aarhus University, DK), David Mann (University of Miami, USA), Peter Narins (UCLA, USA), Colleen Reichmuth (UCSC, USA), Jakob Tougaard (DMU, Roskilde), Peter Tyack (University of St. Andrews, UK), Sue Anne Zollinger (Max Planck Institute for Ornithology, GER) Resident experts (SDU, DK): Jakob Christensen-Dalsgaard, Coen P.H. Elemans, Lasse Jakobsen, Ole Næsbye Larsen, Axel Michelsen, Lee Miller, Annemarie Surlykke, Magnus Wahlberg www.bioacoustics.dk<http://www.bioacoustics.dk/> Participants: Strict priority is given to students enrolled in a PhD-program at their home universities. MSc-students may attend if space permits. The maximal number of participants is 24. Fees: DKK 9,000 (approximately USD 1,400 and EUR 1,200) to cover tuition, transport during course, accommodation, and all meals. Language: English ECTS points: 10 Application procedure: To apply, please email one PDF document containing: · Curriculum vitae (max. 2 pages), indicating level of English language proficiency. · A statement of your reasons for wishing to attend the course and your potential benefits of participation including a description of your research interests, the title of your PhD-project (or MSc-project), and name(s) of your supervisor(s) Applications should be emailed to SNAK15(a)biology.sdu.dk<mailto:SNAK15@biology.sdu.dk> by April 1st, 2015. The 24 successful applicants will be notified of acceptance before May 1st, 2015. Course organizer: The Graduate School SNAK Course manager: Coen P.H. Elemans. Department of Biology, University of Southern Denmark, 55 Campusvej, DK-5230 Odense M, Denmark. coen(a)biology.sdu.dk<mailto:coen@biology.sdu.dk>

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