August 2016 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

'Spatial analysis of ecological data using R' - STATS COURSE
by Oliver Hooker 30 Aug '16

30 Aug '16

"Spatial analysis of ecological data using R" Delivered by Prof. Jason Matthiopoulos, Dr. Jana Jeglinski, Dr. James Grecian http://prstatistics.com/course/spatial-analysis-of-ecological-data-using-r-… This course will run from 21st – 26th November 2016 at SCENE field station, Loch Lomond national park, Scotland. The course will cover the concepts and R tools that can be used to analyse spatial data in ecology covering elementary and advanced spatial analysis techniques applicable to both plants and animals and is therefore highly relevant to researchers studying the ecology and spatial patterns/movements of marine mammals. We will investigate analyses appropriate to transect (e.g. line surveys, trapping arrays), grid (e.g. occupancy surveys) and point data (e.g. telemetry). The focal questions will be on deriving species distributions, determining their environmental drivers and quantifying different types of associated uncertainty. Novel methodology for generating predictions will be introduced. We will also address the challenges of applying the results of these methods to wildlife conservation and resource management and communicate the findings to non-experts. Course content is as follows Day 1: Elementary concepts Module 1 Introductory lectures and practical; this will cover the key questions in spatial ecology, the main types of data on species distributions, concepts and challenges and different types of environmental data, concepts and challenges; useful concepts from statistics; Generalised Linear Models Module 2 GIS tools in R: Types and structure of spatial objects in R, generating and manipulating spatial objects, projections and transformations, cropping and masking spatial objects, extracting covariate data and other simple GIS operations in R, optionally plotting simple maps Day 2: Overview of basic analyses Module 3 Density estimation, Spatial autocorrelation, Smoothing, Kernel Smoothers, Kriging, Trend-fitting (linear, generalised linear, generalised additive models) Module 4 Habitat preference, Resource selection functions, MaxEnt: What’s it all about? Overview and caveats related to Niche models Day 3: Challenging problems Module 5 Analysing grid data, Poisson processes, Occupancy models, Use-availability designs Module 6 Analysing telemetry data, Presence-only data, Spatial and serial autocorrelation, Partitioning variation by mixed effects models Day 4: Challenging problems Module 7 Analysing transect data, Detection functions for point and line transects, Using covariates in transect models. Afternoon for catch up and/or excursion Day 5: Challenging problems Module 8 Advanced methods, Generalised Estimation Equations for difficult survey designs, Generalised additive models for habitat preference, Dealing with boundary effects using soap smoothers, Spatial point processes with INLA Day 6: Delivering advice Module 9 Prediction, Validation by resampling, Generalised Functional Responses for species distribution, Quantifying uncertainty, Dealing with the effects of population density Module 10 Applications, Designing protected areas, thinking about critical habitat, Representing uncertainty Please email any inquiries to oliverhooker(a)prstatistics.com or visit our website www.prstatistics.com Please feel free to distribute this material anywhere you feel is suitable Upcoming courses - email for details oliverhooker(a)prstatistics.com 1. INTRODUCTION TO PYTHON FOR BIOLOGISTS (October) 2. LANDSCAPE (POPULATION) GENETIC DATA ANALYSIS USING R (October) 3. APPLIED BAYESIAN MODELLING FOR ECOLOGISTS AND EPIDEMIOLOGISTS (October) 4. PHYLOGENETIC DATA ANALYSIS USING R (October/November) 5. ADVANCING IN STATISTICAL MODELLING USING R (December) 6. MODEL BASED MULTIVARIATE ANALYSIS OF ECOLOGICAL DATA USING R (January) 7. NETWORK ANAYLSIS FOR ECOLOGISTS USING R (March) 8. INTRODUCTION TO GEOMETRIC MORPHOMETRICS USING R (June) Dates still to be confirmed - email for details oliverhooker(a)prstatistics.com • STABLE ISOTOPE MIXING MODELS USING SIAR, SIBER AND MIXSIAR USING R • INTRODUCTION TO R AND STATISTICS FOR BIOLOGISTS • BIOINFORMATICS FOR GENETICISTS AND BIOLOGISTS • GENETIC DATA ANALYSIS USING R • INTRODUCTION TO BIOINFORMATICS USING LINUX • INTRODUCTION TO BAYESIAN HIERARCHICAL MODELLING Oliver Hooker PR statistics 3/1 128 Brunswick Street Glasgow G1 1TF +44 (0) 7966500340 www.prstatistics.com www.prstatistics.com/organiser/oliver-hooker/

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Orca Guardians Iceland
by Marie Mk 30 Aug '16

30 Aug '16

Dear MARMAM community, On behalf of my co-founders I am pleased to announce the launch of “Orca Guardians Iceland”, the first Icelandic conservation organization of its kind, dedicated to a single cetacean species, the killer whale (*Orcinus orca*). Orca Guardians is an independent nonprofit seeking to protect orcas in Iceland and their habitat through non-invasive research and education. Interdisciplinary research from a variety of fields (such as marine biology, marine conservation, zoology, fisheries, animal psychology, environmental psychology, tourism, international and European law) brings together international, national and local experts united in the effort of protecting Icelandic orcas. We strongly believe that conservation measures need to be implemented not only once a population is listed as “threatened” or “endangered”, but in a way to prevent dangers to the animals in the first place. We use the precautionary approach, showing how much we can learn about orcas in Icelandic waters and their environment by solely engaging in non-invasive research. This includes the only orca ID project running all-year-round in Iceland and on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula (since 2014), which is based on land sightings and boat encounters, following a strict code of conduct for approach without disturbance. We value killer whales as individuals with unique character traits, and promote respectful and mindful encounters with them. You can find further information at: www.orcaguardians.org www.facebook.com/orcaguardians Or get in touch via e-mail: info(a)orcaguardians.org Best regards Marie Mrusczok Founder and President, Orca Guardians Iceland

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qfasar: New R Package for Diet Estimation
by Bromaghin, Jeffrey 29 Aug '16

29 Aug '16

I would like to announce the availability of a new R package, called qfasar, for diet estimation using quantitative fatty acid signature analysis (QFASA), a popular method in studies of marine species. The package provides basic functionality to estimate diet composition in typical QFASA studies. In addition, the package provides advanced functionality to evaluate and improve diet estimation, diagnose estimation problems, and support simulation-based research. The package makes traditional QFASA methods and analytical techniques drawn from our four methodology papers published in 2015 and 2016 easily accessible to ecologists for the first time. The package is available on the CRAN website (https://cran.r-project.org/web/packages/qfasar/) and as a USGS Alaska Science Center software tool (https://dx.doi.org/10.5066/F71G0JC9) Regards, Jeff ----------------------------------------------- Jeffrey F. Bromaghin, PhD Research Statistician USGS Alaska Science Center Marine Ecosystems Office 4210 University Drive Anchorage, AK 99508 907-786-7086 jbromaghin(a)usgs.gov <https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm&fs=1&tf=1&to=jbromaghin@usgs.gov> *http://alaska.usgs.gov/science/biology/quantitative_ecology/index.php <http://alaska.usgs.gov/science/biology/quantitative_ecology/index.php>*

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Animal Training Internship
by Katherine Burton 29 Aug '16

29 Aug '16

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies ("IMMS") is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1984 for the purposes of public education, conservation, and research on marine mammals in the wild and under human care. Located in Gulfport, Mississippi, IMMS has been an active participant of the National Stranding Network since its inception. IMMS is the premier stranding organization in the Mississippi-Louisiana-Alabama region of the Gulf Coast with the capability and expertise to care for sick and injured marine mammals. IMMS serves as an important educational outlet for the Mississippi Gulf Coast, incorporating programs for conservation, education and research of marine mammals and their environment. Program Description The IMMS Animal Training Internship Program is designed as a way for students/individuals interested in a career in animal care and training to gain valuable experience in a real-world setting. Interns will primarily be trained in aspects of animal care, but will also participate in other activities at IMMS. Our goal is to give interns a well-rounded experience in a variety of areas while providing expert training and experience. This is an unpaid position and all interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation. Duties The IMMS animal care and training staff is in charge of caring for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, California sea lions, and large parrots. Interns will work directly with animal care staff and be exposed to all aspects of the daily routine. Heavy emphasis is placed on basic tasks such as food preparation, and daily cleaning and facility maintenance. Interns will learn how to train animals with operant conditioning through observation and may assist during sessions. Enrichment is very important to the well-being of our animals and interns will be asked to design and implement an enrichment device for our dolphins and/or birds. Interns will also give educational presentation to guests before they interact with our animals, as well as help staff with daily water quality. Because we want interns to have a well rounded experience, they will also be asked to assist in other departments. Interns may participate as 1) environmental educators and assist in giving presentations to the public, 2) research assistants that help with our many wild dolphin based research studies, or 3) emergency responders as IMMS is part of the Southeast Regional Marine Mammal Stranding Network and responds to stranded marine mammals and sea turtles. Eligibility Requirements Interns must be: * 18 years or older. * A recent graduate or actively pursuing a college degree in the sciences. * Willing to accept the internship as an unpaid position. * Able to commit to a minimum of at least 12 weeks, 40 hours a week. The internship can be extended depending on work performance. * Available to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays. * Able to lift 50 lbs, work long hours on your feet, and work outside in extreme conditions. * Able to maintain a positive attitude, good work ethic, sense of responsibility, and a strong willingness to learn. * Financially stable enough to obtain housing and transportation, though IMMS staff will do their best to assist you in making arrangements. * Able to comply with IMMS rules and regulations. To Apply Please send the following documents to: kburton(a)imms.org<mailto:kburton@imms.org> with "Animal Training Internship" in the subject line. * IMMS Animal Training Internship Application<http://www.imms.org/downloads/applications/AnimalTrainingInternApplication.…> * Resume with cover letter. * Two letters of recommendation - Provide at least one academic, and one work/volunteer- related reference if applicable. Letters may be emailed from the applicant or the person providing the recommendation letter. * A copy of your current official college transcript. Applicants may submit an unofficial copy. * Full photograph Documents must be in one of the following formats - PDF, .doc, .docx, and must be submitted together with your first and last name and the date in the file name. Ex) 2013Aug_Jane_Doe_Resume, 2013Aug_Jane_Doe_Application, 2013Aug_Jane_Doe_Transcript. **The deadline for the winter internship has been extended to September 15th** Katherine Burton Marine Mammal Trainer Rescue and Rehab Specialist Animal Training Internship Coordinator Institute for Marine Mammal Studies 10801 Dolphin Lane Gulfport, MS 39503

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HWDT Photo Identification Volunteer Placement
by Morven Russell 29 Aug '16

29 Aug '16

Dear MARMAM mailing list, Our Purpose: The Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust (HWDT) is the leading voice for the conservation of Hebridean cetaceans; dedicated to enhancing knowledge and understanding of Scotlands whales, dolphins and porpoises and the Hebridean marine environment through education, research and working within local communities towards lasting conservation. About the Placement: HWDT operates a vital cetacean monitoring programme in the Scottish Hebrides, conducting research into the distribution, abundance and habitat use of whales, dolphins, porpoises and basking sharks. Our research programme is well established, running for over 20 years. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual, keen to gain experience in photo-identification research techniques, to join our team. HWDT is based in the colourful and picturesque harbour town of Tobermory, on the Isle of Mull; where we have our office, Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Centre and the mooring for our research vessel Silurian. During the placement you will work with our science team to analyse images taken during minke whale encounters (over the 2016 field season) and attempt to match them to our minke whale photo-ID catalogue. You will also be tasked with managing the standardisation of historic encounters through-out the database and developing HWDT ID catalogues for dolphin species. Placement Dates: We are offering a 6-month volunteer placement running from Monday 3rd October 2016 Friday 31st March 2017. The successful candidate will work between 4 - 5 days a week and must be able to commit to the full placement length. What you will get out of it: - Training and application in photo-identification (photo-ID) analysis techniques. - One-to-one training in database management, including Discovery and Access software. Vital workplace experience for a career in marine conservation. Opportunity to live and work on a beautiful, remote Scottish Island! Accommodation and living expenses: The Trust will not be able to cover any accommodation and living expenses during the placement. Accommodation can be arranged for you through our team. Typically, accommodation in a shared house in Tobermory will cost between £60-£100 per week (inclusive of bills). Tobermory is the largest town on the Isle of Mull with a good range of facilities including a small co-op, pharmacy, pubs, gift shops and cafes. Other amenities you may require i.e. large high street chains, supermarkets, train station etc. can be found in Oban; a 45 minute ferry journey away. Please be aware that Mull is a remote island; only accessible by ferry links from the Scottish mainland. Role description: Analyse minke whale encounters from the 2016 field season matching individuals to HWDTs minke whale catalogue Archive all photo-ID images taken during the 2016 field season Contribute to the photo-ID image archive by standardising historic (pre-2016) file names with unique encounter reference numbers Develop existing photo-ID databases, including for bottlenose and Rissos dolphins. Person Specification: Essential ü Friendly, confident open communication style ü Experience with data entry basic access and excel skills ü Passionate about marine conservation ü Ability to live and work with colleagues as part of a small team Desirable ü Degree in relevant science or environmental subject ü Experience in photo-ID analysis ü Knowledge of Scottish cetaceans and conservation issues To apply: Please email a current C.V. and covering letter outlining why you are applying for the opportunity to volunteercoordinator(a)hwdt.org <mailto:volunteercoordinator@hwdt.org> . For more information, please contact Morven Russell on 01688 302620. Application deadline: 12 noon 15th September 2016. Successful candidates will be invited to a Skype interviews in the w/c 19th September 2016. Morven Russell Volunteer Coordinator Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust +44 (0)1688 302620 <http://www.hwdt.org> www.hwdt.org 28 Main Street Tobermory Isle of Mull Scotland PA75 6NU Please note my standard working days are Mon - Wed

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job posting - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) OPS Biological Scientist I (Marine Mammal Pathobiology Lab - St. Petersburg, FL)
by Garrett, Andy 29 Aug '16

29 Aug '16

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PETERSB Pay Grade/ Pay Band: BB005 Closing Date: 9/8/2016 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify website<http://dms.myflorida.com/human_resource_support/human_resource_management/f…>. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) Section: Wildlife Research/Marine Mammals Location: Marine Mammal Pathobiology Lab - St. Petersburg, FL Job Description This position will assist in the coordination of salvage and recovery of marine mammal carcasses for the Marine Mammal Pathobiology Laboratory (MMPL)/Northwest field station (Northwest region: coastal and inland waterways of Manatee County to Escambia County). The incumbent will serve as member of FWC's manatee necropsy team conducting field and laboratory necropsies on manatee, record observations and complete associated necropsy reports. This position will be responsible for carcass disposal, and cleaning of equipment and instruments. This position will assist in marine mammal rescue and transport operations in the Northwest region and assist with marine mammal rescue and capture operations away from designated area as needed. This position will serve as the MMPL volunteer coordinator and will be responsible for the management of MMPL volunteers and interns, including recruitment, scheduling, and assignment of tasks. The incumbent will be responsible for prioritizing and filling full and partial manatee skeletal requests for research and education and managing bone loan documentation. This position will assist with other priority program monitoring efforts as assigned, may include aerial surveys, genetic field sampling, and photo-identification. This position will be responsible for downloading and logging photographs taken during MMPL necropsies, rescues, captures, and other field activities. This position will oversee repairs and general maintenance of all photography equipment at MMPL. This position will work a normal work schedule of Tuesday-Saturday and will need to work some holidays in rotation with other MMPL staff members for the purpose of responding to marine mammal emergencies as needed or assigned. Will respond to marine mammal strandings outside of normal work schedule as needed or assigned. Minimum Requirements A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the biological sciences Preferred Experience One year of professional biological experience in a field or lab research program is preferred. Applicants having live and dead marine mammal stranding/necropsy experience may be given preference. Knowledge, Skill(s), and Abilities * Knowledge of the Florida Manatee Recovery Plan and state and federal legislation protecting manatees * Knowledge of methods of data collection and principles and techniques of research and analysis * Knowledge of marine mammal anatomy and necropsy techniques * Knowledge of digital SLR cameras, filters, and lenses * Knowledge of marine mammal capture, handling, and transport techniques * Able to trailer flatbeds/utility trailers, and watercraft vessels up to 26' in length * Able to safely operate watercraft vessels 26' in length and smaller * Be capable of daily manual labor requiring handling of heavy and sharp objects and working under unpleasant conditions * Must be physically fit, able to vertically lift at least 75 lbs, and be able to swim sufficiently to save oneself * Able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions * Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships * Be comfortable speaking to the public * Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Florida driver's license within a month of employment Where To Apply Applicants are required to submit a complete, up-to-date, State of Florida Employment Application Form electronically in People First (http://peoplefirst.myflorida.com<http://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/>) by the closing date listed. Resumes and supporting documentation may be submitted at the same time you are applying online, faxed, or mailed to People First, but do not replace the requirement for a completed State of Florida Employment Application Form. If you experience technical difficulties during the application process or when attaching documents, call People First staffing at 1-877-562-7287. If unable to attach supporting documents to your application, they may be faxed to the People First Service Center at 1-888-403-2110. Be sure to include the Requisition number for the position to which you are applying on each page of your faxed documents. WHAT IS OPS EMPLOYMENT? Other Personal Services (OPS) employment is a temporary employer/employee relationship used solely for accomplishing short term or intermittent tasks. OPS employees do not fill established positions and may not be assigned the duties of any vacant authorized position. OPS employees are at-will employees and are subject to actions such as pay changes, changes to work assignment, and terminations at the pleasure of the agency head or designee. WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES? * State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan - mandatory * Workers' Compensation- mandatory * Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) - mandatory * Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements. Consult with People First or the servicing Human Resource Office for details.) * Deferred Compensation - voluntary * Employee Assistance Program - voluntary WHAT BENEFITS ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES? * Any form of paid leave * Paid holidays * Participation in the Florida Retirement System * Reinstatement rights or retention rights The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. An Employment Eligibility Verification Check will be conducted in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database that confirms the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. 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OneNOAA Science Seminars, Week of August 29 - September 2, 2016
by Tracy Gill - NOAA Federal 29 Aug '16

29 Aug '16

The *OneNOAA Science Seminar Series <http://www.nodc.noaa.gov/seminars/index.html>* is a voluntary effort started in 2004 with contributors from across NOAA Line Offices to bring you the most comprehensive summary of NOAA-hosted, public access, environmental science and climate seminars across the nation. Below is an abbreviated summary of the seminars. Click on the title (web link) of each seminar for detailed information. Additional information including how to subscribe to this OneNOAA Science seminars list is at the bottom of this email. Seminars may be updated at any time. Please check the OneNOAA Science Seminar Calendar <http://www.nodc.noaa.gov/seminars/> often for the latest seminar information. For general questions about the seminars, please contact Tracy.Gill(a)noaa.gov, Lori.Brown(a)noaa.gov, or Herna <Hernan.Garcia(a)noaa.gov>n.Garcia(a)noaa.gov <Hernan.Garcia(a)noaa.gov>. For questions specific to a seminar, please contact the point of contact listed in the seminar description of each seminar in the seminar calendar. *All seminar times are given in Eastern Time* August 30, 2016 *Title:* *Science On a Sphere (SOS) Cafe: Engaging Smithsonian visitors with NOAA science <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=MHZ2MnMxM2RvcmtlbThjY2dhMnNuNjZ1Z…>* *Presenter(s):* Ellen Spooner, Knauss Fellow *Date & Time:* August 30, 2016 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET *Location:* SOS room, 1315 East-West Hwy., Silver Spring, Md *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp392…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MHZ2MnMxM2Rvcmt…>August 31, 2016 *Title:* *Species in the Spotlight, Part 8 of 9: Southern Resident Killer Whale <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=YTA4dHVlbmZ0ZWZnZXVwc2w4aG04cjhjb…>* *Presenter(s):* Lynne Barre, Marine Species Branch Chief, Protected Resources Division, West Coast Region, National Marine Fisheries Service, NOAA *Date & Time:* August 31, 2016 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET *Location:* NOAA HQ SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp495…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=YTA4dHVlbmZ0ZWZ…> *Title:* *A Transdisciplinary Approach to Valuing Ecosystem Services from Natural Infrastructure <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=YXRmYjFjbW9zMGpvY2thcTdyMHRnZDJnZ…>* *Presenter(s):* Dr. Steven Dundas, Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Economics, Oregon State University *Date & Time:* August 31, 2016 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp477…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=YXRmYjFjbW9zMGp…>September 1, 2016 *Title:* *USGCRP Climate and Health Assessment, Part 5: Food Safety, Nutrition and Distribution <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=aGF1bDI3ZThxdWkzbHFjYzE4aWthbHJhN…>* *Presenter(s):* Lewis Ziska, PhD, Plant physiologist, USDA's Agricultural Research Service *Date & Time:* September 1, 2016 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp296…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=aGF1bDI3ZThxdWk…>September 6, 2016 *Title:* *US Global Change Research Program Climate & Health Assessment, Part 6: Impact of Extreme Events on Human Health and, Vector-Borne Diseases <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=NDRsMHU2cnU3N3U0djN2azZpMGJrZmhlM…>* *Presenter(s):* Dr. Andrew Monaghan is an atmospheric scientist at UCAR's National Center for Atmospheric Research *Date & Time:* September 6, 2016 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp391…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=NDRsMHU2cnU3N3U…>September 7, 2016 *Title:* *Species in the Spotlight, Part 9 of 9: Cook Inlet Beluga Whale <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=dDdmMm9qNDBlNW9oNWw4ZHM5c24wa2lsc…>* *Presenter(s):* Mandy Migura, Biologist, Protected Resources Division, Alaska Regional Office, National Marine Fisheries Service, NOAA *Date & Time:* September 7, 2016 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp283…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=dDdmMm9qNDBlNW9…>September 8, 2016 *Title:* *Growing Emission of Methane from the Warming Arctic Ocean? Year-round Satellite Data <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=ZWNjMmpqb2NyM2NnNGZsdjJhZTAydTJsZ…>* *Presenter(s):* Leonid Yurganov, Senior Research Scientist, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Joint Center for Earth Systems Technology *Date & Time:* September 8, 2016 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp287…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=ZWNjMmpqb2NyM2N…> *Title:* *NADCON5: your tool for easy, consistent coordinate transformations <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=cmlyc25qZmlqbzA4ZWdzNDBzaWlmaHFnO…>* *Presenter(s):* Dr. Dru Smith, NSRS Modernization Manager, NOAA's National Geodetic Survey; and Dr. Andria Bilich, Geodesist, NOAA's National Geodetic Survey *Date & Time:* September 8, 2016 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC3 - Large Conference Room - 8836 or via webinar - see login info below *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp243…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=cmlyc25qZmlqbzA…>September 13, 2016 *Title:* *Community-based Social Marketing: Fostering Sustainable Behavior <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=MTV0aHMybmoxYWhwanM4M3M4b240NTE3M…>* *Presenter(s):* Doug McKenzie-Mohr, PhD, McKenzie-Mohr and Associates *Date & Time:* September 13, 2016 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 9153 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp475…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MTV0aHMybmoxYWh…>September 21, 2016 *Title:* *Bring the Ocean into Your Classroom with National Marine Sanctuaries <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=cnFqdWlscWc1NWhyNXFyMXEyOG0wOHU3N…>* *Presenter(s):* Claire Fackler, NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries *Date & Time:* September 21, 2016 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET *Location:* Online access only. *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp334…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=cnFqdWlscWc1NWh…>September 23, 2016 *Title:* *Alaska Region Climate Outlook Briefing <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=ZnNxbzgyMGlqaGJzcTczdjZicXU5Y2ZxY…>* *Presenter(s):* Richard Thoman,Climate Science and Services Manager, NWS Alaska Region *Date & Time:* September 23, 2016 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET *Location:* 407 Akasofu Building, University of Alaska Fairbanks *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp171…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=ZnNxbzgyMGlqaGJ…>September 27, 2016 *Title:* *Experiments with Seasonal Forecasts of Pacific Northwest Ocean Conditions to aid fisheries management <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=NTVnYmlzamcybHI0ZGI5ZXNuOGtmZHZvM…>* *Presenter(s):* Samantha Siedlecki, Research Scientist JISAO/UW *Date & Time:* September 27, 2016 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp109…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=NTVnYmlzamcybHI…>October 4, 2016 *Title:* *Ocean Highlights from the IUCN World Conservation Congress <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=MjZjMXE2Z2xoaGJxZjV1ZXRrb2gxZGxrN…>* *Presenter(s):* Lauren Wenzel, Director NOAA National Marine Protected Areas Center; Carl Gustaf Lundin, Director IUCN Global Marine and Polar Programme; and, Dan Laffoley, IUCN Principal Advisor, Marine Science and Conservation for the Global Marine and Polar Programme, and Marine Vice-Chair for the World Commission on Protected Areas *Date & Time:* October 4, 2016 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET *Location:* Online Access Only - see event description *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp164…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MjZjMXE2Z2xoaGJ…>October 18, 2016 *Title:* *Protecting Peru's Precious Ocean & Coastal Resources <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=b2pvNWtzYTMxa3VjaWN0OXEwYWNvMmpyZ…>* *Presenter(s):* Ole Varmer, Attorney-Advisor, International Section Office of General Counsel, NOAA *Date & Time:* October 18, 2016 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET *Location:* SSMC4 - Large Conference Room - 8150 *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp107…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=b2pvNWtzYTMxa3V…>November 10, 2016 *Title:* *Facilitating Collaborative Public Decisions: A Video-Based Training Tool <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=dWM1cDgxOGJxcnRtNWJkcTBrYWJzOHU2N…>* *Presenter(s):* Steven L. Yaffee, PhD Professor of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy, School of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Michigan *Date & Time:* November 10, 2016 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET *Location:* Online Access Only - see event description *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp178…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=dWM1cDgxOGJxcnR…>December 1, 2016 *Title:* *Update on Efforts to Establish MPAs in the Southern Ocean <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=aWUxbWdqbDMyb2Q5YjVjdTQwa3I4OWw2Z…>* *Presenter(s):* Mi Ae Kim, Foreign Affairs Specialist, Office of International Affairs and Seafood Inspection, NMFS *Date & Time:* December 1, 2016 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET *Location:* Online Access Only - see event description *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp323…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=aWUxbWdqbDMyb2Q…>December 8, 2016 *Title:* *Demonstrating Relevance: Applying Lessons on Management Effectiveness at Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?eid=OHJ1cWd0dTY5Z2luOWFrdWl0NThmYmxkM…>* *Presenter(s):* Sarah Fangman, Superintendent, Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary *Date & Time:* December 8, 2016 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET *Location:* Online Access Only - see event description *Description:* Expand <http://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/OneNOAASeminars_ListOnly.php#TopExp317…> *Add seminar:* [image: add to Google calendar button] <https://www.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=OHJ1cWd0dTY5Z2l…> *Hosted at NOAA/NESDIS/STAR for the OneNOAA Seminar Series <http://www.nodc.noaa.gov/seminars/>Developer - Lori K. 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Final Call: Training Course - QGIS For Biologists, September 2016
by Colin D. MacLeod 29 Aug '16

29 Aug '16

Final Call: Training Course - An Introduction To Using QGIS In Biological Research GIS In Ecology will be holding an introductory training course for those who wish to learn how to use the free, open-source GIS software QGIS (also known as Quantum GIS) in all aspects of biological research, including marine mammal research, and the course includes two marine-mammal-specific practical exercises (one based around calculating the observed abundance per unit survey effort of dolphins using a grid-based approach, and one based around mapping species richness for North Atlantic beaked whales). Being free, QGIS is one of the best options for doing GIS for self-emplloyed MMOs, small environmental consultancies, NGOs, those working on small marine mammal research projects with limited budgets for purchasing software licences and students working at universities who do not have access to commercial GIS software packages. The course will be held in Glasgow on the 19th and 20th of September 2016, and it will be taught by Dr Colin D. MacLeod (a marine mammal biologist), who has more than 15 years experience in using GIS for a wide variety of biological purposes. This course is aimed at those just starting to use GIS in their research and who have little or no existing knowledge of this subject area, those who are looking for a free, open source GIS solution for their biological research, and at existing users of commercial GIS software, such as ArcGIS, who wish to learn how to do GIS using QGIS software. The practical exercises on this course will be based on those in the recently published ‘GIS For Biologists: A Practical Introduction For Undergraduates’ by Dr MacLeod, and a free copy of this book will be provided to all participants. Attendance will be limited to a maximum of 15 people, and the course will cost £295 per person (£200 for students, the unwaged and those working for registered charities). To book a place, or for more information, visit the course’s webpage (http://www.gisinecology.com/Training_Course_QGIS_For_Biologists_September_2…) or contact info(a)GISinEcology.com. To attend this course, you must bring your own laptop computer and have a working copy of QGIS 2.8.3 pre-installed on it. You can find information about how to get this version of QGIS by visiting http://www.gisinecology.com/GFB.htm. At the end of the course, all attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and completion. Glasgow has great transport links and is within half a days travel by car or by fast train links from most cities in the UK. For example, it can be reached in as little as 4h 30mins from London by train. It can also be reached by direct flights from many European cities and the flight time is generally under four hours. The course will be held in central Glasgow at the IET Glasgow Teacher Building (14 St Enoch Square, Glasgow, G1 4DB, UK). Attendees will be responsible for their own accommodation. However, Glasgow provides a wide range of accommodation options to fit most budgets. ================================================================================== GIS IN ECOLOGY - Providing Training, Advice And Consultancy On The Use Of GIS In Ecology Web: www.GISinEcology.com Email: info(a)GISinEcology.com Need to ask a question about using GIS? Try the GIS In Ecology Forum: www.GISinEcology.com/GIS_in_Ecology_forum.htm Books From GIS In Ecology Staff: GIS For Biologists: A Practical Introduction For Undergraduates; RRP: £24.99 An Introduction To Using GIS In Marine Biology; RRP: £44.99 An Introduction To Using GIS In Marine Biology: Supplementary Workbook One - Creating Maps Of Species Distribution; RRP: £19:99 If you wish to purchase these books, visit: http://www.gisinecology.com/Book_Shop.htm To help the environment, please do not print out this email unless it is unavoidable. ================================================================================== --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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Shelf Edge survey - return leg France to Ireland
by Patrick Lyne 28 Aug '16

28 Aug '16

This is a last call for crew to sail on the return leg of the journey from Brittany to West Cork along the shelf edge. Join the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group shelf edge team sailing from Brittany in France to West Cork in Ireland leaving Camaret September 7th and arriving in West Cork September 15th or 16th (all dates subject to weather). We will be recording large baleen whales and feeding behaviours principally and crew members are required to assist with this work , we will also be recording all other species of cetacean encountered, their acoustic behaviours and where relevant taking photo id images. The area targeted is the Whittard Canyon area and Porcupine Seabight in water depths of 200m to 4000m. There are two places available one at €1200 and one student rate at €600 to include food on board. Participants are responsible for their own travel and would have to make their way to Nantes or Quimper where they can be collected on the 6th. Contact Patrick Lyne by email patrick.lyne(a)iwdg.ie (Mob. +353 86 2334424) for further details prior to August 28th or email <mailto:westcorksailing@gmail.com> westcorksailing(a)gmail.com after August 28th to check availability of places. Patrick Lyne MMO Coordinator IWDG Disert Castletownbere County Cork Ireland Email: mmo(a)iwdg.ie Website: www.iwdg.ie Ph: 353 27 71930 Mob: 353 86 2334424

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Aquatic Mammals 42.3 is available online!
by Kathleen - Aquatic Mammals 27 Aug '16

27 Aug '16

Dear ECS-talk and MARMAM subscribers, Apologies to those of you who will receive duplicate emails due to cross-posting. The following titles represent the contents of the most recent issue (Volume 42, issue 3, 2016) of Aquatic Mammals. The online issue is now available at this link: http://www.aquaticmammalsjournal.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=cate… For individuals with a print subscription, the double print copy of 42.3/42.4 will be mailed in December. Aquatic Mammals is the longest running peer-reviewed journal dedicated to research on aquatic mammals and is published quarterly with manuscripts available as published PDFs in real time. Further information about the journal can be found at: http://www.aquaticmammalsjournal.org/ <http://www.aquaticmammalsjournal.org/> Instructions for authors and formatting guidelines can be found in the first volume of each issue and at this link: http://tinyurl.com/AMauthorinstructions <http://tinyurl.com/AMauthorinstructions> To submit a manuscript for publication consideration, please visit: http://am.expressacademic.org/actions/author.php <http://am.expressacademic.org/actions/author.php> If you subscribe to Aquatic Mammals online, you can visit the journal web site and sign in to download all articles from this volume: http://www.aquaticmammalsjournal.org/ <http://www.aquaticmammalsjournal.org/> Please do not contact the listserv editors for PDFs or copies of the articles. To obtain a PDF, please subscribe to Aquatic Mammals http://tinyurl.com/AMsubscribe <http://tinyurl.com/AMsubscribe> or contact the corresponding author for reprints. Links to a purchase page for each article are also included below. Please see list below for Volume 42, issue 3 contents. Thank you for your continued interest in the journal and abstract postings. With regards, Kathleen Dudzinski, Ph.D. Editor, Aquatic Mammals business(a)aquaticmammalsjournal.org <mailto:business@aquaticmammalsjournal.org> Brando, S., Bowles, A. E., Böye, M., Dudzinski, K. M., van Elk, N., Lucke, K., McBain, J., Singer, R., and Wahlberg, M. (2016). Proceedings of Marine Mammal Welfare Workshops Hosted in the Netherlands and the USA in 2012. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 392-416. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.392 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.392> Adimey, N. M., Ross, M., Hall, M., Reid, J. P., Barlas, M. E., Diagne, L. W. and Bonde, R. K. (2016). Twenty-Six Years of Post-Release Monitoring of Florida Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris): Evaluation of a Cooperative Rehabilitation Program. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 376-391. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.376 Long, Y., Liu, L. (2016). First Record of the Short-Finned Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) in the Chinese Beibu Gulf. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 372-375. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.372 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.372> Lewis, L. M., Schaefer, A. M., Reif, J. S., Bossart, G. D., and Fair, P. A. (2016). Plasma Vitamin Concentrations (α- and γ-Tocopherols, Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate, and Ascorbic Acid) in Two Free-Ranging Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) Populations. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 363-371. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.363 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.363> Pugliares, K. R., French, T. W., Jones, G. S., Niemeyer, M. E., Wilcox, L. A., and Freeman, B. J. (2016). First Records of the Short-Finned Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) in Massachusetts, USA: 1980 and 2011. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 357-362. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.357 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.357> Filatova, Olga A., Fedutin, Ivan D., Titova, Olga V., Siviour, Brad, Burdin, Alexandr M., and Hoyt, Erich. (2016). White Killer Whales (Orcinus orca) in the Western North Pacific. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 350-356. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.350 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.350> Gasser Rutledge, Krysta L., Houser, Dorian S., and Finneran, James F. (2016). Relating Click-Evoked Auditory Brainstem Response Waveforms to Hearing Loss in the Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 339-349. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.339 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.339> Guizada, L., Aliaga-Rossel, E. (2016). Abundance of the Bolivian River Dolphin (Inia boliviensis) in Mamore River, Upper Madeira Basin. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 330-338. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.330 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.330> Rasmussen, Marianne H., Atem, Ana C. G., and Miller, Lee A. (2016). Behavioral Responses by Icelandic White-Beaked Dolphins (Lagenorhynchus albirostris) to Playback Sounds. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 317-329. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.317 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.317> Marchesi, María C., Pimper, Lida E., Mora, Matías S., and Goodall, R. N. P. (2016). The Vertebral Column of the Hourglass Dolphin (Lagenorhynchus cruciger, Quoy and Gaimard, 1824), with Notes on Its Functional Properties in Relation to Its Habitat. Aquatic Mammals 42(3): 306-316. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.306 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.42.3.2016.306> Kendall-Bar, Jessica M., Weller, David W., Fearnbach, Holly, Shane, Susan, Schorr, Gregory S., Falcone, Erin A., Calambokidis, John, Schulman-Janiger, A., and Barlow, J. (2016). 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