[Lista-Algas] Freshwater Algae Course for 2007

[Andrés Boltovskoy]

FRESHWATER ALGAE COURSE 2007
Where and when?
Kindrogan Field Centre, Enochdhu, Blairgowrie, Perthshire, Scotland (near 
the tourist area of Pitlochry), 8-15 June 2007.  See link below:
http://www.field-studies-council.org/leisurelearning/2007/courseinfo.aspx?id=363
What is the course about?
The course takes full advantage of the excellent range of aquatic and 
terrestrial habitats in this beautiful area of Highland Perthshire to 
provide a sound introduction to the recognition, identification and ecology 
of freshwater algae.  Emphasis will be placed on the use of the microscope 
and taxonomic keys (print and electronic) for the identification to generic 
and species level and their ecological importance.
For those with some prior knowledge of the algae, we hope that the 
opportunity to study samples from a range of habitats will broaden their 
knowledge and/or allow them to focus on particular groups.
Field trips, on foot or by vehicle, will be varied, but not strenuous and 
will be complemented by laboratory work, illustrated talks and class 
discussion.
The course focuses on how to get a grip with identification, and the broader 
aspects of algal morphology, structure, reproduction, and classification 
(morphological and molecular).
Who are the participants?
The course is open to individuals with different backgrounds ranging from 
beginners to those who would like to refresh their knowledge of particular 
groups of algae or experience collecting in a different region of the world.
What is the full cost of the course?
The course costs £426 per person (approx EUR 630 or $804), which includes 
accommodation, all meals (please notify the Centre if you have any special 
dietary needs) and tuition.  This is excellent value for money and costs 
significantly less than other freshwater algal courses on offer.
Who are the course tutors?
The course tutors, Dr Eileen Cox and Prof Elliot Shubert, have taught this 
course for the past ten years and they have a wide-ranging expertise on 
freshwater algae.  Eileen and Elliot conduct research at The Natural History 
Museum, London, specialising in diatoms and green algae respectively. 
Eileen has published a key to live diatoms and Elliot has published a key to 
the non-motile coccoid and colonial green algae.
Is there support for students?
Yes, support for a student stipend is available from:
The British Phycological Society
 <http://www.brphycsoc.org/funding.lasso> 
http://www.brphycsoc.org/funding.lasso
The deadlines for applications are: 30 September, 1 December, 1 March and 1 
June.  The sooner you apply, the better your chances are of receiving a 
stipend.
Graduate students who are members of the Phycological Society of America are 
eligible for financial support to attend a phycology course at a field 
station from the Hannah T. Croasdale Fellowship.
http://www.psaalgae.org/student/stugrants.html
The deadline for applications is 1 March 2007.
In addition, one outstanding student applicant may be eligible for a 
'specialist course' British Ecological Society stipend. For more information 
and an application form:
http://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/grants/attendmeetings/index.php#specialist_course 
<http://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/grants/attendmeetings/index.php>
Applications are due prior to 16 February 2007.
How do you get to Kindrogan?
The nearest mainline railway station is Pitlochry, which is on the London 
Kings Cross-Edinburgh-Inverness route.  Participants will be met at 
Pitlochry by Kindrogan staff.  Edinburgh and Glasgow have international 
airports.  The airports have a coach connection to the main railway station 
in the respective cities.
Where can I find more information?
For detailed information about the Kindrogan Field Centre:
http://www.field-studies-council.org/kindrogan/
For a booking form, see link below:
http://www.field-studies-council.org/documents/leisurelearning/2007/bookingform.pdf

A non-refundable deposit of £50 (approx EUR 73 or $94) is required (credit 
cards are accepted).
If you have any other queries, please contact:
e.shubert at nhm.ac.uk
Prof Elliot Shubert
Department of Botany
The Natural History Museum
Cromwell Road
London SW7 5BD
United Kingdom
Tel 020 7942-5606 (UK)
Tel +44 207 942-5606 (international)
Fax 020 7942-5529 (UK)
Fax +44 207 942-5529 (international)