2^nd International Training Course on Frontiers in Animal Ecology and Conservation Biology 

Organized by:

China Chapter, Society of Conservation Biology

International Society of Zoological Sciences (ISZS)

Key Laboratory of Animal Ecology and Conservation Biology, Institute of Zoology (IOZ), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) 

Sponsored by:

Bureau of International Cooperation, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) 

Overview

The 2^nd International Training Course on Frontiers in Animal Ecology and Conservation Biology” will be held in Beijing, 22 November - 1 December 2014. The training sessions aim to: 1) Promote new theories, changes, and developments in methodology of animal ecology, along with promoting new technologies in the field, and conservation biology; 2) Enhance the overall academic understandings and innovation of animal ecology and conservation biology, and 3) Facilitate communication among animal ecologists and conservationists from developing countries, and offer a platform for face-to-face communication with leading scientists.

Leading scientists of biology and conservation biology from China and abroad will give lectures to researchers from developing countries, especially targeting early-career scientists and senior scientists wishing to further their professional development. The courses will introduce new concepts in cutting edge science, highlight the latest progress and trends, and place emphasis on application and practice. Through these courses, participants will master new theories, techniques and methodologies of animal ecology and conservation biology, as well as understand cutting edge trends in research on animal ecology and conservation biology.

The training courses will culminate in an examination. Qualified participants will be awarded a certificate issued by the Institute of Zoology, CAS and ISZS and become a member of ISZS if not already a member.

Venue

 Institute of Zoology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (Address: 1 Beichen West Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100101, China)

Working Language

The working language for the Training Course is English

Program Agenda (Preliminary)

The courses last for 10 days, details as following

Date	Time	Courses/Activities
Nov 22	8:30-19:30	Registration
Nov 23	9:00-9:30	Opening ceremony; group photo
	10:00-12:00	Conservation biology--Introduction
	14:00-15:30	Conservation ecology and behavior
	16:00-17:30	Conservation genetics and genomics
Nov 24	9:00-18:00	Integrative Zoology
Nov 25	9:00-18:00	Integrative Zoology
	12:00-14:00	Visit the National Zoological Museum of China
Nov 26	8:30-10:00	Phylogeography and evolution
	10:30-12:00	Theoretical Ecology
	14:00-15:30	Behavioral Ecology
	16:00-17:30	Physiological Ecology
	19:30-21:00	Football game
Nov 27	8:30-10:00	Molecular Ecology
	10:30-12:00	Ecotoxicology
	14:00-15:30	Ecological adaptation and evolution
	16:00-17:30	Wildlife survey and monitoring
Nov 28	8:30-10:00	GIS technology in habitat assessment
	10:30-12:00	Infrared triggered camera technology
	14:00-15:30	Radio telemetry tracking
	16:00-17:30	Data information system and statistical analysis
Nov 29	8:30-10:00	Discussion; exam;
	10:10-12:00	Visit the state key labs; Practical learning: the use and operation of the instrument
	14:00-15:30	Closing ceremony: certificate
	15:40-18:00	Field trip
Nov 30	8:00-18:00	Free time
Dec 1	8:30-10:00	Departure

Participants

The training courses are mainly held for researchers from developing countries. We welcome dedicated graduate students, post-doctoral and young scientists. Space is limited, and applicants will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

Prerequisites for participants:

1)        Professional background: researcher, post-doctoral and graduate students in the fields of animal ecology, conservation biology, zoology, environmental science, protected area management, wildlife management, and other related fields.

2)        English language requirements: good listening and speaking skills.

3)        We would like to suggest you bring your own laptop (both Mac and PC are acceptable) as you may need to download and install some relevant training software.  

Fees

The registration fee for the training course is $200 USD, including materials and meals. Participants should arrange accommodation and travel expenses on their own.

Payment via bank transfer

Bank name: Bank of China Beijing Xi’ao Center Sub-Branch

Account name: International Society of Zoological Sciences

Account number: 324656829425

Swift code: BKCH CN BJ 110

Address: 18-B-1, Fenglinlvzhou Kexueyuannanli Datun Road, Beijing, China

Bank telephone number: +86 10 64844596

Bank fax number: +86 10 64844651

Please notify Secretariat after your transfer: iszs@ioz.ac.cn or +86 10 6480 7295

Financial Aid

We will sponsor a few exceptional young scientists for these courses. The applicant should be member of ISZS or from an institution with institutional membership. Those interested in applying for aid, please submit a letter of intent, 2 reference letters from an ISZS institutional member and a current CV together with the application form. In the letter of intent, applicants should address why they deserve financial aid, and what they plan to do with the skills acquired.  

Application

Applicants need to complete the application form and send it back by 10 November via email (iszs@ioz.ac.cn)

Contacts:

Ms. Xiong Wenhua (Tel: 86-10-64807295)

Fax: 86-10-64807295

Address: C-506 Institute of Zoology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 1-5 Beichen West Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100101, China.

Website: http://www.globalzoology.org/dct/page/1

Application Form