We are pleased to announce this year's marine bioacoustics summer school
program (SeaBASS 2016). The application period will be closing on Feb 29, 2016.
SeaBASS provides the opportunity for graduate students interested in pursuing
careers in marine bioacoustics to develop a strong foundation of both marine
animal biology and acoustics from distinguished lecturers in the field. The
goals of SeaBASS are to discuss important topics in marine bioacoustics, foster
technical communication across disciplines, and promote mentoring and
collaboration. SeaBASS gives students an opportunity to learn from experts who
will discuss a suite of topics not often offered at any one university.
WHEN: June 5-10, 2016
WHERE: Syracuse University, NY
COSTS: The costs of student attendance (room and board, based on
double occupancy for students) will be funded from sponsor support. There is
no registration fee. Full-time participation of all participants is required.
Travel costs are the responsibility of the student, but travel assistance can
be requested during the application process.
APPLICATION: On-line application is available at
http://www.arl.psu.edu/education_seabass.php. Applications deadline is
February 29, 2016. Direct questions to Dr. Jennifer Miksis-Olds via email at:
or Dr. Susan Parks at
COURSE TOPICS:
Introduction to Underwater Sound, Sound Propagation, Marine Mammal Biology &
Behavior, Sound Production, Fisheries Acoustics/Fish Behavior, Hearing and
Masking, Marine Animal Acoustic Communication, Echolocation, Passive Acoustic
Monitoring, Hot Topic: Effects of Noise, Hot Topic: Density Estimation
Susan Parks
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
Syracuse University
114 Life Sciences Complex
Syracuse NY 13244
(315) 443-4672
http://parkslab.syr.edu
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