The TETHYS RESEARCH INSTITUTE announces its 2013 courses on cetacean research and conservation, held in the Pelagos Sanctuary (Western Ligurian Sea), Italy. These courses are a unique opportunity for anyone with an interest in wildlife, wishing to observe cetaceans in their natural environment and contribute towards their conservation. Participants will be involved in data collection at sea with advanced methodologies. Informal lectures will be given by experienced researchers. The 6-day courses take place in May to September at a cost of 724.00 - 866.00 Euros, with special discounts for students. Please note that, willing to facilitate motivated people despite the widespread crisis, fees for 2013 have been lowered from 10% to 15%. Fees include room&board, insurance. For further details, including a full list of available dates and prices, or to download detailed information and application forms, please visit: http://www.tethys.org/expeditions/index.htm or contact the office by mail: istituto.tethys@gmail.com working hours: 9.30 am - 12.30 pm (GMT+1) Best regards, Adriana Geraci ___________________________ Tethys Research Institute Viale G.B. Gadio 2, 20121 Milano, Italy tel. +39 0272001947 / 0272013943 fax +39 0286995011 tethys@tethys.org <http://www.tethys.org/>