IAGLR Large Lakes Research Calendar

2010

April 27 - 29

Sixth Biennial Lake Erie Millennium Network Conference- Linking Research and Management
Windsor, Ont. Canada
The Lake Erie Millennium Network (LEMN) is pleased to announce the Sixth Biennial LEMN Conference - Linking Research and Management April 27 – 29, 2010, at The University of Windsor Windsor. This conference will summarize results of current and planned research activities in Lake Erie, including:

-changes in trophic status, hazardous algal blooms and aquatic invasive species
-the condition of watersheds contributing phosphorus and other nutrients to the lake
-updates on hypolimnetic conditions in the central basin (the 'dead zone')
-preliminary findings of the 2009 Intensive Monitoring Year
-progress in ecological forecasting and modelling
-new pressures on the ecosystem and possible restoration strategies
-opportunities for collaboration and new research opportunities

These topics will form the focus for open discussion of ways to integrate binational research with management and public needs on the major issues affecting Lake Erie.  
Online registration, conference details and a provisional program can be found at: http://www.LEMN.org
Early registration ends April 14, 2010.
Contact: Jessica Cuthbert, cuthbert@uwindsor.ca, 519-253-3000 ext. 4764.

April 29

Engineering in a Climate of Change: Making the Lakes Great
Toronto, Ont. Canada
The goal of the conference is to highlight how scientists and engineers, through scientific and technological advancements and the formulation of public policy, are advancing efforts to mitigate, adapt and build resilience to the effects of a changing climate in the Great Lakes.
Contact: gail krantzberg, krantz@mcmaster.ca, 905 525 9140 x 22153.

May 3 - 5

Ecology of Lake Superior: Integrated Approaches & Challenges of the 21st Century
Duluth, Minn. USA
Conference/registration will be sent to those who complete and return a required response questionaire.
Contact: Jennifer Lorimer, jennifer.lorimer@dfo.mpo.gc.ca.

May 17 - 21

IAGLR 53rd Conference on Great Lakes Research
Toronto, Ont. Canada
Conference theme "Lessons from the past, solutions for the future". Hosted by the University of Toronto, our program includes technical sessions with both oral and poster presentations, plenary sessions with internationally recognized keynote speakers, a trade show, and workshops on a variety of topics. We also hold an annual business luncheon for the association, a banquet, and several other social functions where you can meet with colleagues, old and new. Sponsors, exhibits, and advertisements also welcome.
Contact: Miraim Diamond/Paul Helm, 10chairs@iaglr.org.

May 17

IAGLR Hockey 2010 – Sponsored by EcoAnalysts, Inc
Toronto, Ont. Canada
The IAGLR Hockey “Lessons from the Past – Solutions for the Future” 2010 Defy Cup Challenge between Team IAGLR Canada hosting IAGLR Team USA will take place at De La Salle College Arena, 141 Farnham Avenue, Toronto, ONT M4V 1H7 on Monday, May 17, 2010 from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Cost per player will be approximately 30$. If you are interested in playing, send an email note to Michael Twiss (mtwiss@clarkson.edu) stating your nationality and preferred playing position. We create the teams with the intention of maximizing the skill equality. A nominal fee is assessed for each player and coaching staff to go towards the cash prize for the winning team, who then have the honor/honour of donating it to the IAGLR Scholarship fund.
Contact: MichaelTwiss, mtwiss@clarkson.edu, 315-268-2359.

July 15

GLFC Science Tranfser Program RFP
Ann Arbor, Mich.
The Great Lakes Fishery Commission Science Transfer Program is seeking proposals for the 2011 funding cycle. Pre-proposals are due July 15, 2010.

2011

May 30 - Jun 3

IAGLR 54th Conference on Great Lakes Research
Duluth, Minn. USA
Hosted by the University of Minnesota-Duluth. Save the date - more details will be announced following IAGLR'10.

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