European Malacological Congress 2014

Preliminary Session Themes

·         Molluscan physiology and toxicology

·         Next generation sequencing

·         Invasive molluscs and pests

·         Taxonomy and phylogenetics

·         Biogeography, ecology and conservation

·         Molluscs, climate and archaeology

Más información en la página oficial del evento

Upcoming Events: 3rd International Marine Conservation Congress, UK

 Further information here

World Conference on Marine Biodiversity, Scotland

Scientific Programme

More information here

9th International Temperate Reefs Symposium

Plymouth, UK

26th June - 1st 

July 2011

We are now inviting oral and poster presentations for the symposium. In addition to open sessions on all aspects of temperate reefs, the following provisional themes are being considered: propagules to production, biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, management and conservation, artificial structures, contribution of reef research to general ecological theory, coldwater coral reefs, deep-sea reefs, macro-ecology and modelling, phylogeography and biogeography.  Subject to demand workshops will be organised on the afternoon of 29th June focussing on current methodological and conservation challenges. Other suggestions are welcomed.
Excursion: We are preparing an excursion for Friday 1st July. This will include: historical shorelines frequented by Darwin and Gosse, boat excursion along the River Dart from Dartmouth to Totnes and hopefully an opportunity to sample local wine (yes we have some!), gin, beer and cheese. Please register for this excursion when you complete you ITRS registration.
Diving and Fishing: if you are interested in finding out about opportunities for recreational SCUBA diving or boat fishing near to  
Plymouth please contact the conference secretariat.
We have also arranged a satellite advanced statistical course after ITRS 2011.
5 day PERMANOVA+ course 4-8th July 2011, Plymouth, UK for details of a special 25% discount for ITRS participants download the programme and workshop information.
Please download the conference flyer for display at your institution.


Further information on the official web site

Benthic Taxonomy Summer School, UK, June 2011

Further information here

Marine Taxonomy and Habitat Survey (Short Course)

Location:
Bournemouth University (Talbot Campus), Out in the Field (Fieldwork), School of Applied Sciences



Duration: Four days: the next course will run 3-6 May 2011.
Delivery method: Part-time
Academic credits: 20
Entry requirements: This course is open to anyone with a relevant undergraduate degree; or to non-graduates/ professionals with significant and relevant work experience, who can demonstrate an ability to both complete and benefit from the course.
Course reference: PSCMTHS

More information and provisional agenda HERE

MESL School of Taxonomy - New Courses Announced

1. Terebellomorpha and Nephtyidae Identification Workshop.  

    23rd -25th February

    Contact and information bryony@seasurvey.co.uk

2. Benthic Taxonomy Summer School 13th-24th June 

    Contact and information bryony@seasurvey.co.uk

    
     www.seasurvey.co.uk

Discovering Amphipod Families - Course, February 2011

Download booking form here

Upcoming event: World Conference on Marine Biodiversity, September 2011, Scotland (UK)

See more on official web site

Cirratulidae & Spionidae Identification Workshop 26th to 28th November 2010 in Bath

This course will enable participants to gain experience and develop confidence in the identification of species of Spionidae and Cirratulidae, two common families of marine annelids. The course will include an introductory talk on each of the groups covering body parts, terminology and use of the important dichotomous keys for each group. The main focus of the weekend will be microscope work, allowing students to work through specimens from the two families at their own speed. Participants will carry out identification using industry standard keys and papers with the assistance of two professional marine biologists who between them have over fifteen years experience of processing benthic samples. Specimens from the majority of British genera will be available. Time will be allocated at the end of the course for participants to look at their own specimens with assistance from the course leaders.
Course fees include membership to the Marine Biological Association of the UK.  Existing members of the Marine Biological Association are entitled to a 10% discount on the rate.

Download 26th to 28th November 2010 booking form here


Introduction to Benthic Taxonomy
A two week course to be held at the Marine Biological Association in Plymouth. This course is aimed at undergraduates and recent graduates wishing to develop their benthic identification skills. The course will ;

    * introduce students to  the concepts and uses of benthic taxonomy
    * provide experience of both intertidal and subtidal sample collection, preservation and analysis
    * provide training in the use and construction of dichotomous keys (including online resources)
    * develop taxonomic understanding and exposure


 Specialist Taxonomy Short Courses
Short courses concentrating on particular phyla, families or interest groups. These courses are aimed at graduates and practising taxonomists wishing to enhance their knowledge of marine taxonomy.  Demonstrable experience in marine taxonomy or completion of the Introduction to Marine Taxonomy is a prerequisite to these courses. You will only be awarded a place on a particular course if we are happy that you have the required  prior knowledge.

Download this document for further details


More information: http://www.seasurvey.co.uk/

MOLLUSCAN WORKSHOP

 

MOLLUSCAN WORKSHOP

Saturday 27 November 2010

The programme for 27 November 2010 is yet to be decided. If you would like a particular subject dealt with, please contact Judith.

The annual workshop held in Woking offers members the opportunity to receive tuition in identification. In the past there has been a tendency to concentrate on the so-called "difficult groups", but if you are a beginner do not be put off by that. Beginners are always welcome, especially if they give prior notice so that arrangements may be made for the use of a stereo microscope if they do not have one of their own.

Bookings to Judith Nelson (01483 761210) (home). A fee of £5 will be charged to cover expenses. PLEASE BOOK EARLY.

This meeting  is being held by kind invitation of Judith Nelson at Hilbre House, Pembroke Road, Woking, Surrey GU22 7ED (01483 761210) from 10:00 h prompt until approximately 17:00 h.

Please note Hilbre is a no-smoking property.

Those attending should please bring a microscope and lamps (a few microscopes are available if booked in advance), Petri dishes or other dishes for sorting purposes, a fine water colour paint brush (00), tweezers/forceps, dissecting tools, if possible an extension lead and/or double electric plug, books to help identification, and a packed lunch. Coffee, tea and biscuits are provided.

As numbers for the workshop are limited, please confirm any booking made by 1 November so that it can be checked whether there are any places vacant. Those NOT confirming by 1 November will be taken as not wishing to attend and their place will go to someone else. No reminders will be given.


Further information HERE

Aquatic Invasive Species (Short Course)

Course Overview

This course will allow you to develop an applied understanding of the ecology and management of aquatic invasive species through a series of lectures and a field visit. Concentrating primarily on freshwater environments, you will be able to demonstrate a critical understanding of survey techniques relevant to invasive species ecology, monitoring and research. Material covered will be highly appropriate for underpinning management strategies and protocols.

How to apply

1. Complete the application form (MS Word document)
2. Save the completed form to your computer
3. Log-in to your email account and open new message
4. Attach the application form
5. Send email to csshortcourses@bournemouth.ac.uk.

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Contact us ...

If you have any questions or would just like to register your interest in the course:

• Give us a call (Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm) on 08456 501 501* or (0)1202 961916 (UK and International/EU alternative number) 
• Drop us an email: askBUenquiries@bournemouth.ac.uk

* BU does not profit from this number
Duration: 6-9 September 2010

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