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The Drift January 11, 2008
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~In This Edition~ EEB Department News Hold Your Next Retreat at Biosphere 2 News from Other Areas Student Recreation Center Reopens January 16 ARL Division of Neurobiology talk Faculty Award Announcements American Ornithologists Union Research Awards for Women Training Opportunities Pedagogy Workshop Spring 2008 Course Announcements New Symbiosis Course in Spring 2008 New ECOL 495/596H Course In Spring 2008 Fellowship/Employment Opportunities/Classifieds The University of Arizona Biosphere 2 Science and Society Fellows Program Maryland Sea Grant's Research Experience for Undergraduates Estuarine Science Program Internship & Volunteering Opportunities – Madagascar Environmental Education Position Science Fair Judges Needed Room to Rent Welcome Patricia Verdugo
Please welcome our newest EEB staff member, Patricia Verdugo who began working at our front desk on Monday. Patricia is a 2005 graduate of the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Italian Language and Studies. Patricia has a solid background as an administrative assistant and also worked at the information desk in the Student Union - all of which should prepare her for the variety of questions she'll face at the EEB front desk! Journal Request
Does anyone receive a paper (not online) subscription to the journal Genetics? Please contact: Stacy Marie Mazzalupo 626-632 Monday Seminar Series http://biology.queensu.ca/~eckertc/ Queen’s University, Ontario, Canada
Tuesday “Noon” Seminar Series Title TBA (25 mins) Dr. Machado’s Lab Grant Peterson Dr. Masel’s Lab
CoS “The Edges of Life“ Seminar Series
Today, perspectives are changing on a wide range of issues including the origins of life, how life differentiates itself from its surroundings and the discoveries regarding life that will emerge in the near future. The series will feature prominent researchers that will discuss how science and technology might address issues central to the concept of life. The schedule of speakers (lectures begin at 7 p.m.): Life's Defining Edge: The Origins of Life Life's Extreme Edge: The Limits of Organic Life on Earth and Other Planets Life's Final Edge: The Origin and Extinction of Species in a Human-Dominated Earth Life's Cognitive Edge: The Role of the Mind and What it Means to be Human Life's Human Edge: Changing Perspectives on the End of Life Life's Technological Edge: The Singularity is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology IGERT accepting applications from incoming Ph.D. students
The IGERT Program in Genomics is a unique interdisciplinary training opportunity. Students in this program earn their Ph.D. in their respective departments but participate in various program activities, including interdisciplinary mentoring from U of A faculty, courses in genomics, training in cutting edge genomics technologies, international symposia, discussion groups, and outreach activities. Incoming students are eligible for two-year awards which provide an annual stipend of $30,000 plus tuition waivers and research and travel funds. Students must be admitted to a Ph.D. program at the University of Arizona and must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. For more information about this program along with detailed requirements and application instructions please visit http://www.genomics.arizona.edu. Prospective students who wish to be considered for this fellowship should send a one page statement of research interests to Ming Beckwith at genomics@email.arizona.edu by February 1, 2008. Michael Nachman Hold Your Next Retreat at Biosphere 2 The UA/Biosphere 2 Campus is a unique and ideal setting for your next faculty or staff retreat. The facility is located less than an hour north of Tucson in the foothills of the beautiful Santa Catalina Mountains. The B2 Institute offers a large conference room that can be set-up in a variety of configurations to hold up to 130 people. There are several smaller meeting rooms that can be used for breakout areas. We can also arrange catering for your event. In addition to conference rooms, we offer overnight accommodations in modern Santa Fe style houses that are between three and five bedrooms. The bedrooms share a central kitchen and living area, but one can escape to their room for complete privacy. Rooms are oversized and feature high-speed internet access and air conditioning. For more information, contact Val Kelly at 838-6200 or via email vkelly@B2science.org To learn more about the Biosphere 2 visit www.b2science.org Student Recreation Center Reopens January 16 A small fire occurred in the Student Recreation Center weight room early Friday morning, January 4, 2008. It was contained and there was minimal damage to the area. Damage to the facility has been assessed and the facility is currently being restored. As a result of the fire restoration process, the building will not open until January 16, 2008. We will resume normal operational hours on that day. Please contact Juliette Moore, Director of Campus Recreation should you have any additional questions or concerns at juliette@u.arizona.edu. ARL Division of Neurobiology talk Date: January 14, 2008 William Newsome, PhD Investigator, Howard Hughes Medical Institute and Professor Department of Neurobiology, Stanford University "Reward, Value and Choice: Neural Mechanisms of Value-Based Decisions" American Ornithologists Union Research Awards for Women ACTIVITIES SUPPORTED: Research or Dissertation ACADEMIC BACKGROUND REQUIRED: Graduate Students Undergraduate Students CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED: U.S. Citizens Permanent U.S. Residents Non U.S. Citizens/Residents RESTRICTIONS: Women DEADLINES ANNOUNCED: 02/04/2008 American Ornithologists Union Suite 402 1313 Dolley Madison Boulevard McLean, VA 22101 E-mail: membershipawards@aou.org Web Site: http://www.aou.org/ E-Forms: http://www.aou.org/student/researchaward.php3
Pedagogy Workshop
Postdoctoral fellows and Graduate Students: Do you want to learn how to teach science more effectively? Do you want to learn new teaching technologies and cutting edge ways to communicate with your students? If so, this workshop is for you! The PERT program in the Center for Insect Science is sponsoring a Pedagogy Workshop taught by Dr. Josephine Kurdziel Ph.D. University of Michigan. Dr. Kurdziel has a Ph.D. in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and was an NSF postdoctoral fellow in Science Education. She currently teaches at the University of Michigan and in 2006 was named "Education Fellow in the Life Sciences" by the National Academy of Sciences for her work in improving introductory biology teaching and learning.
When: Thursday, February 28, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Friday, February 29, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 1, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon Please bring a brown bag lunch if desired Where: Park Student Union, Coyote Room Registration: $65.00 for non-PERT fellow Payment: Cash, check or departmental IDB Registration is due by Friday, February 22. Please register with Teresa Kudrna in Life Sciences South Room 227, or contact her by phone 621-4923, or email her at tkudrna@email.arizona.edu
New Symbiosis Course in Spring 2008 Next semester Dr. S. Patricia Stock will be offering a Seminar on "Symbiosis". ENTO 596-A (SMR-2) Date and time TBA The goal of this Seminar Series will be to gain an appreciation of the importance of symbiotic interactions in extant organisms, ecological systems, and evolutionary processes. Topics from the community level to molecular aspects of these relationships will be considered. If you have any questions, please contact: Dr. S. Patricia Stock Assistant Professor / Adjunct Professor Department of Entomology / Plant Sciences Voice: (520) 626-3854 Lab: (520) 621-1317 Email: spstock@ag.arizona.edu
New ECOL 495/596H Course in Spring 2008
ECOL496H/596H Complex systems: networks and self-organization in biology 2 credit graduate seminar, starting Wednesday 01/23/08, 3pm-4:50pm. Check out the course website for more information: http://eebweb.arizona.edu/Faculty/Dornhaus/courses/ecol596h.html What is a complex system? What does networks theory have to do with biology? Biologists have discovered that many biological systems, from embryos to ecosystems, can be considered "complex systems", in that many units interact without central control to form complicated patterns. How do such patterns arise? What can we learn from a 'holistic', system-wide approach? We will discuss current and classic literature on complex systems research at multiple levels, including gene regulatory networks, neural net(work)s, ecological networks, and social networks. We will try to identify the commonalities of these systems and what is so exciting about 'systems biology'. We will also discuss what types of models are used to describe and study self-organization and networks in general. Students will be allowed to pick some topics for the course that are most relevant to their interests - the schedule below is therefore preliminary and flexible.
The University of Arizona Biosphere 2 Science and Society Fellows Program What is a Science and Society Fellow? Fellows are highly qualified University of Arizona (UA) graduate students, primarily in ecology, earth and environmental sciences with active research projects who are funded to develop skills, strategies and products that communicate their research to the public. The goals of the program are to 1) increase the skills of the Fellow in communicating their research outside of an academic setting; and 2) advance the understanding of scientific information and the scientific process by members of the general public. The Program uses the Biosphere 2 as a setting for training and outreach related to the Fellow’s own research program. Who should apply? Ideal candidates are full-time UA graduate students in ecology, evolution, natural resources, geosciences, geography, hydrology, plant sciences, and soils, water & environmental sciences who have completed at least one year of coursework and have started their research programs. To be successful, graduate students should have a strong interest in honing their abilities to communicate science effectively to the public, including teachers, students, and community members. Support from the Fellow’s faculty advisor is important for participation in the program. What is the Fellow’s stipend? The Fellow’s award is $3,000 for a 12-month tenure. In addition, funds will be available to support materials, production costs, and travel to and from UA Biosphere 2. What are my obligations as a Fellow? Fellows are expected to spend approximately 10 hours per month in on-campus training seminars and in working with various experts to develop strategies and products (e.g., kiosks, animations, hands-on activities) that communicate core concepts and results of their research to many audiences. In addition, the Fellow is expected to devote three Saturdays during 2008 at Biosphere 2 working with visitors to interpret their own research. How do I apply? To apply, you must submit a letter of application, including a 1-page statement outlining your career goals, research question(s), and interest in connecting your research to the public. Please also include a copy of your graduate coursework transcript and arrange for a letter of recommendation, from your major advisor. Submit the applications via email to Candace Crossey (crossey@email.arizona.edu). Applicants will be ranked on their qualifications, demonstrated commitment to public communication of science, relevance of their research to Biosphere 2 programs, and the level of commitment for this activity expressed by their major advisor. The program is best suited for Ph.D. students, but highly qualified M.S. students are encouraged to apply. We will begin reviewing application materials on January 18, 2008. We anticipate funding three to four Fellows in late Winter or Spring 2008. For more information on The University of Arizona Biosphere 2 Science and Society Fellows Program, please contact Dr. Travis Huxman (huxman@email.arizona.edu; 626-4092), or visit www.b2science.org. Maryland Sea Grant's Research Experience for Undergraduates Estuarine Science Program We would like to invite your students to apply for Maryland Sea Grant's Research Experience for Undergraduates Estuarine Science Program. ~12 week program during summer 2008. May 18 to August 10. ~$4200 stipend plus housing, travel to and from site http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/REU Applications due: February 29, 2008 We invite applications from undergraduates in diverse disciplines, including engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, ecology and marine and environmental science. Since 1989, NSF has supported this program that brings students to conduct individual research projects with a scientist-mentor at either Chesapeake Biological Lab or Horn Point Lab of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. Details and application guidance at our web site: http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/REU A downloadable PDF flyer is available at: http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/programs/research/reu/reu2008.pdf While an advisory committee selects students from large and small institutions throughout the U.S., NSF is particularly interested in supporting talented students from institutions where access to marine science and to research projects is limited and who are from underrepresented groups in marine science. Please help us to "spread the word" about the terrific NSF REU program and, in particular, about the Maryland Sea Grant REU program. We would be grateful if you could forward this email on to your students and to colleagues at other academic institutions that might have qualified undergraduates. If you have any questions please feel free to email or call Fredrika Moser 301-405-6373, moser@mdsg.umd.edu
CEDO Field Education Internship
Internship & Volunteering Opportunities – Madagascar
Environmental Education Position
SENIORS/GRADUATE STUDENTS: A local environmental education program seeks a dynamic, responsible classroom presenter who works well with children. A Flexible schedule and your own vehicle required. The pay is great. Email resume and/or questions to outreach@eeexchange.org. For more information please refer to http://www.eeexchange.org
Science Fair Judges needed
Pusch Ridge Christian Academy (PRCA) is looking for science fair judges, January 28, 2008, 1:00-5:00 Contact: Elaine MacKenzie, elaine.mackenzie@prca-tucson.org 520-797-0107 Lauffer Middle School in Sunnyside (Tucson) is looking for science fair judges. Their science fair will be January 30, 2008 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. They could use judges who can stay anywhere from a couple of hours to all day. You can contact Ava Beamer, science coordinator at: phone: 520-545-4929 email: avab@susd12.org Cragin Elementary School, located near Tucson Blvd. and Fort Lowell, is looking for science fair judges, February 5, 2008, from 8-10:30. If interested, please contact Connie Lewis, connie.lewis@tusd1.org 520-232-6700.
For more information please contact Christina Dentel at cdentel@email.arizona.edu
Room to Rent
I'm a postdoc looking for someone, preferably another postdoc/grad student/professional, to rent the 2nd bedroom in an incredibly charming house in historic University neighborhood - wood floors, spacious living and open kitchen/dining room, fireplace, huge gated yard with patio. Walk or bike to university and 4th Ave. Rent $400 + 1/2 utilities. You can see more info plus pictures here: http://tucson.craigslist.org/roo/535082196.html For more information please contact Margaret J. Couvillon at mjcouv@email.arizona.edu ****************************************** Patricia Verdugo Administrative Secretary Ecology and Evolutionary Biology University of Arizona, BSW 310 Ph: 520-621-1588 Fax: 520-621-9190
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