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AQUA-TNET NEWSLETTER

MARCH 2008

This is a free e-mail news service provided by AQUA-TNET for the AQUA-TNET network and its partners. Please forward this newsletter to your colleagues and students. Please submit any relevant information for dissemination in the newsletter to aquatnet@aquatt.ie

In the AQUA-TNET Newsletter you will find an update of AQUA-TNET and its activities. AQUA-TNET is the European Thematic Network in the field of aquaculture, fisheries and aquatic resource management, funded under the European Commission Socrates Erasmus Programme. Below, you will find an update regarding the AQUA-TNET project, we will give you the highlights of the AquaTT's Training News, a short summary of Bib-mail, an Information of Interest, and a short summary of the human resource jobsite PiscesTT Jobs. 

Contents

1. AQUA-TNET News

    Agenda

    Research & Education

    Other

2. AquaTT Training News

3. Bibmail

4. Information of Interest

5. Pisces TT Jobs

6. Other

AQUA-TNET News

1. Published report WP5: Innovation in Aquaculture Teaching and Learning

AQUA-TNET WP5 published a report on “Innovation in Aquaculture teaching and learning”. The report summarises the main findings of the Work package 5 working group on innovation in learning, and serves as an introduction to the topic for teachers and learners in aquaculture and aquatic resources management.

The main focus of the group is the use of Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) in teaching and learning. The increasing power of computers and particularly their interconnections through the Internet, is changing the social and economic landscape and presenting new opportunities and challenges for learners, educators and academic institutions. This document has been developed from presentations and discussions between the group members. It aims to identify the key technologies and trends affecting higher education in Europe and potential responses by the aquaculture and aquatic resource community.

For more information: http://docs.google.com/View?docid=dc8mztpb_2gjbsrx

2. Registering new staff and students to the AQUA-TNET newsletter

The AQUA-TNET newsletter is a free e-mail news service provided by AQUA-TNET for the AQUA-TNET network and its partners. Please forward this newsletter to your colleagues and students. If your colleagues and students are interested in receiving this newsletter on a regular basis, please send an e-mail to Marieke Reuver at marieke@aquatt.ie
 
Please submit any relevant information for dissemination in the newsletter to aquatnet@aquatt.ie
 

 

Agenda 

 
1. SCOFDA workshop on Molecular Techniques in Fish Health Research, 29 – 30 April 2008, Copenhagen (Denmark)

The research school SCOFDA (Sustainable Control of Fish Diseases in Aquaculture) will organise a two day workshop on Molecular Techniques in Fish Health Research. Venue is the University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Life Sciences, Frederiksberg C, Denmark.

Please contact kape@life.ku.dk or kub@life.ku.dk for further information and registration

 
2. Advanced Course, Fish Nutrition: Sustainability and Product Quality, 19 – 23 May 2008, Zaragoza (Spain)

This course is organized to cover aspects with particular emphasis in Mediterranean species, the objective being that at the end of the course participants will be in a position to:

  • Better understand the challenges of global aquaculture production and the need for alternative raw materials for a continued sustainable growth of the farming industry.
  • Know how different way materials contribute to fish nutrition and have criteria to appropriately select them.
  • Be familiar with modern feed formulation principles and the contribution of technology for optimizing fish diets.
  • Recognize the influence of novel fish diets on fish health and welfare
  • Be aware of relationships between fish nutrition and the final quality of fish products and their importance in human nutrition.
  • Improve food safety by avoiding or minimizing undesirable components in fish feeds to meet legal and market requirements.
  • Better manage the effects of fish nutrition on the environment.

For more information: http://www.iamz.ciheam.org/en/pages/paginas/pag_formacion6.htm 

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3. (Shell)Fish Immunology Workshop 10th anniversary, 22 – 27 June 2008, Wageningen University, the Netherlands 

The objective of the present workshop is to provide participants with advanced knowledge, both theoretical and practical, on the immune system of fish and shellfish. Emphasis will be placed on innate and acquired, cellular immunity, but also on immune modulation and future developments in fish immunology.

For more information: http://www.cbi.wur.nl/UK/fish_workshop/ or fish.workshop@wur.nl

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4. International Conference on Educational Sciences, 23-25 June 2008, Famagusta (Cyprus)

The International Conference on Educational Sciences ICES ’08, organized by the Eastern Mediterranean University, will take place on the 23-25 June 2008 in Famagusta, Cyprus. The aim of the Conference is to open up a discussion platform for the analysis, development, exchange and critique of ideas on education related research studies.

Find out more at www.ices08.org

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5. International Association of Astacology 17 Symposium, 4 - 8 August 2008, Kuopio (Finland)

The Department of Biosciences of the University of Kuopio and Crayfish Innovation Center organise the next IAA symposium, that will take place in Kuopio, Savo, Finland. The scientific program will put special emphasis on conservation of native species and crayfish diseases. Also, ecology, physiology, genetics, crayfish farming and other hot topics will be covered.

Please check: http://www.iaa17.net/ or contact Japo Jussila for more information: jussila@messi.uku.fi 

 
6. 9th European Conference on Higher Agricultural Education (ECHAE): Developing Roadmaps for European Life Science Degrees: Competences, Quality, Employability, 2 – 5 September 2008, Lleida (Spain)

All researchers intending to submit a paper are expected to forward an abstract no later than 15 april 2008. Authors must submit the title and an abstract of 150-200 words according to the instructions. The Scientific Committee will allocate the papers among the Parallel Sessions. All the papers will be published in the book of proceedings. Abstracts and papers have to be submitted according to the instructions on this website. The deadline for submission of full paper manuscripts is 31 July 2008.

More information at http://www.9echae.udl.cat/
 
 
7. WEFTA 2008, Seafood from catch and aquaculture for a sustainable supply, 17-19 September 2008, Florence (Italy)

The WEFTA Organizing Committee invites researchers, scientists and technicians as well as professionals and managers from the seafood industry particularly involved in research and development, quality control and management for a three-day conference involving scientific and technical presentations, discussions and social contacts.

Program themes:
•    Seafood from catch and aquaculture on the same market place: the consumer perspective.
•    Seafood from catch and aquaculture: Supply and Quality
•    Future challenges in seafood safety and quality assessment
•    Health aspect of seafood consumption.

Additional information on the event can be found on the following website: www.wefta2008.com
 
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8. IMPASSE Conference “Managing Alien Species for Sustainable Development of Aquaculture and Fisheries” (MALIAF), 5 – 7 November 2008, Florence (Italy)

The project IMPASSE “Environmental impacts of alien species in aquaculture” was funded within the EU's Sixth Framework Program for Research and Technological Development in order to address the EC’s need for a thorough evaluation of the potential impacts of non-indigenous species in aquaculture. The main objective of the final international conference “Managing Alien Species for Sustainable Development of Aquaculture and Fisheries” (MALIAF) of the project is to present IMPASSE’s results to the scientific community, administrators, and stakeholders, but also to extend the discussion on the strategies needed to develop sustainable and profitable aquaculture and fisheries across the world.

MALIAF will provide a unique opportunity for many leading scientists engaged in research on invasive alien species to meet and share their knowledge with practitioners, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. This will have a positive impact on the ongoing process, at the EU level, of developing regulations governing the use of alien species in human activities, including aquaculture. Specifically, MALIAF will contribute to strengthen cooperation at international, regional, transboundary, and local levels and to develop integrated actions to standardize guidelines or protocols for species movement, risk assessment, and quarantining. By suggesting strategies for an effective management of aquatic ecosystems and for a mitigation of the risks posed to organisms, communities, and ecosystems by alien invasive species, MALIAF will pinpoint means and opportunities that might ultimately improve the quality of life, assuring both human well-being and economic development of the society in general.

Please visit MALIAF Website at: http://www.dbag.unifi.it/maliaf/

9. Please check AquaTT Training News March 2008 for a complete overview of upcoming events, conferences and workshops

Please check: http://www.aquatt.ie/   

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Research & Education 

1. European University Association (EUA) seeks information on Master's Programmes

EUA is launching a new project to explore the state of Master’s programmes as the Bologna Process moves forward. The aim of the project is to fill existing information gaps on the development of Master’s programmes in Europe and to reflect back to universities the adjustments taking place in response to new societal demands.

The first phase of the project is a general survey for higher education institutions, academics, students and employers. Information is being collected through a questionnaire in English that takes no more than ten minutes to complete. This will be followed up through site visits at chosen universities to further investigate the trends and outcomes. Please take ten minutes to fill in the questionnaire below, and also encourage colleagues, students, employers to respond.

For more information: http://www.eua.be/index.php?id=48&no_cache=1&tx_ttnews[tt_news]=446


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2. English Master (MSc) in Aquaculture, 2008 – 2010, University of South Bohemia (Czech Republic)

The Magisterial study field of “Aquaculture” (MSc) from the University of South Bohemia is covered by two university bodies at two linked facilities – the Faculty of Agriculture in Ceske Budejovice and the Research Institute of Fish Culture and Hydrobiology in Vodnany.

The purpose of the master studies is an engineering-oriented education of fish culture specialists. The University will require knowledge in biology, hydrobiology and agriculture for acceptance.

For more information: http://www.zf.jcu.cz/study/magisterial-study-aquaculture

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3. New multi-disciplinary 12-month Masters Courses on topical issues: Environment, Marine Resources and Climate Change, from September 2008, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh (UK)

Based on the successful model of a well-established MSc Course, a suite of new multi-disciplinary 12-month Masters Courses is now available at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh from September 2008:
•    Marine Resource Development and Protection
•    Marine Biodiversity & Biotechnology
•    Climate Change: Managing the Marine Environment
•    Climate Change: Impacts and Mitigation
•    Environmental Analysis and Assessment

For more information please visit: www.sls.hw.ac.uk/marinemsc/Index.htm 

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4. MBA in International Seafood Management, 2008 – 2009, Grimsby Institute (United Kingdom)

The Grimsby Institute (United Kingdom) is launching a new MBA program in International Seafood Management this fall.  To meet the needs of busy managers, the Executive International Seafood Management MBA is offered through a combination of block release short (classroom) courses and distance learning:

Block 1: 3 weeks, October - November, at the Grimsby Institute, England
Block 2: 3 weeks, January - February, at Tromsø University, Norway
Block 3: 3 weeks, April - May, at the Grimsby Institute, England
The Research Project/Thesis is delivered by Distance Learning. 

Additional details are on the Internet at: http://www.nfh.uit.no/studievis.aspx?id=104 

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5. New ERASMUS MUNDUS Master programme on Marine Biodiversity and Conservation (EMBC)

The Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation (EMBC) is offered by a University consortium consisting of 6 partners :
group I: Ghent University (Belgium), University of Bremen (Germany), University of the Algarve (Portugal),
group II:  University of Paris 006 (France),  University of Oviedo (Spain) and University of Klaipèda (Lithuania).

The study programme is divided in 3 thematic modules :
(1) Understanding the structure and function of marine biodiversity
(2) Toolbox for investigating marine biodiversity
(3) Conservation and Restoration of marine biodiversity

Student mobility is an integral part of the Master: students start in one of the three group I Universities (Gent, Bremen or Algarve) for 2 semesters; for the third semester, students move to one of the group II Universities (Paris, Oviedo or Klaipèda). The research project for the thesis work is performed in one of the partner institutions (including institutes of the MarBEF- NoE).

For more information: http://embc.marbef.org/

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6.  Ph.D. study programme in Fish Culture at University of South Bohemia Research Institute of Fish Culture and Hydrobiology (USB RIFCH), Vodňany (Czech Republic)

The University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice, Research Institute of Fish Culture and Hydrobiology (USB RIFCH) in the Czech Republic offers for graduates of Master (M.Sc.) or engineering study (MEng.) programmes from all over the world doctoral study programme „Zootechnics“ with field „Fish Culture“.

The purpose of the doctoral studies is a research-oriented education of fish culture specialists. Each student will acquire knowledge in various fishery segments and elaborate a Ph.D. thesis focused on a specific segment within his/her field of study. The study can run in Czech as well as English language under conditions valid for Czech students if students fulfil certain following conditions, as described on the website.

For more details about our doctoral study programme, please, visit http://www.vurh.jcu.cz/or contact our study department sekretar@vurh.jcu.cz

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7. Mix and match: new EU guide to encourage combining research funding sources

The EU supports research and innovation activities through a range of programmes, including the Seventh Framework Programme for Research (FP7), the Competitiveness and Innovation Programme (CIP) and Structural Funds. Now the European Commission is developing a guide to help researchers select the right programme for their activities and even combine funds from different sources. A draft version of the guide is now ready and the Commission is keen to receive comments and suggestions from the research community on how the guide can be made even more practical and user-friendly. Once finalised, the online version of the guide will be updated regularly and will also include links to the relevant national and regional programmes.

For more information, and a copy of the draft Practical Guide, please visit:
http://ec.europa.eu/research/consultations/list_en.html
http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/consultation_en.html


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8. Responsible Partnering Conference underlines the need for strengthened collaboration between research and business

There is an increasing recognition from all stakeholders of the need for more strengthened and effective research collaboration between universities and business. This was the key message of a two-day conference on “Effective Collaborative R&D and Technology Transfer” organised in Lisbon on 3-4th December 2007 by the European University Association, the European Industrial Research Management Association (EIRMA), the European Association of Research and Technology Organisations (EARTO) and the European Network of Knowledge Transfer Offices linked to Universities and Public Research Organisations (ProTon Europe).

Read more at: http://www.eua.be/index.php?id=48&no_cache=1&tx_ttnews%5btt_news%5d=442


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Other 

1. Tempus IV — Reform of higher education through international university cooperation - Call for proposals (DG EAC/04/08)

Deadline for submission: Monday, 28/4/2008 

The Tempus programme will be continued for a new phase from 2007 - 2013. The overall objective of the programme will be to contribute towards facilitating cooperation in the field of higher education among Member States of the European Union (EU) and partner countries in the surrounding area. In particular, the programme will help promote voluntary convergence with EU developments in the field of higher education deriving from the Lisbon agenda and the Bologna process. Tempus promotes multilateral cooperation among higher education institutions, authorities and organisations from EU Member States and partner countries and focuses on the reform and modernisation of higher education.

For more information: http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=OJ:C:2008:031:0014:0015:EN:PDF

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2. Open invitation to tender: the relationship between learning outcomes and VET curricula and learning programmes (AO/ECVL/LZAH/Learning outcomes/004/08)

IntAO/ECVL/LZAH/Learning outcomes/004/08
Deadline: 05 May 2008 at 17:00

The purpose of this study is to research and analyse how the shift to a learning outcomes based approach affects curricula and learning programmes. The increasing use of learning outcomes may bring profound implications in defining, designing, organising, planning and implementing learning activities and for making systems more learner-centred.

This call has been published in the Supplement to the Official Journal of the European Communities 2008/S 58-077548 of 22.03.2008. Requests for clarification concerning this call for tender, if any, will be published under this banner. 

Please visit Cedefop's website frequently for updates.

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3. 1st Interreg IVB Atlantic Area Call

The Interreg IVB Atlantic Area Programme Monitoring Committee set the timetable for the first Atlantic Area call. The call will open on 17th March 2008 and close on 12th May 2008.

Application documentation will be available over the coming months from http://atlanticarea.inescporto.pt/

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4. Implementation of Action 4 in the year 2008 of Erasmus Mundus

Community Action programme for the enhancement of quality in higher education and the promotion of intercultural understanding through co-operation, EACEA/06/08

Deadline for submission: Thursday, 15/5/2008 

The Erasmus Mundus programme's overall aim is to enhance the quality of European higher education by fostering co-operation with third countries in order to improve the development of human resources and to promote dialogue and understanding between peoples and cultures.

More information: http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=OJ:C:2008:055:0022:0022:EN:PDF

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5. New funds, better rules: overview of new financial rules and funding opportunities 2007-2013

In 2007 the European Union launched a new set of programmes: up to € 975 billion over a seven-year period. These new funds will be easier to access, more transparent and better accounted for than in the past thanks to the reform of the EU financial management rules.

The new rules will reduce red tape. This will make EU grants easier to access especially for beneficiaries with limited resources such as small NGOs and small companies. For the first time ever EU research grants will be available for individual researchers. Better accountability and increased transparency are vital to ensure that EU funds, which are public money, are used properly at all levels. The new rules will provide better, simpler and more practical solutions for all those working with EU funds, while ensuring effective control over public spending.

For more info: http://ec.europa.eu/budget/other_main/funds_rules_en.htm   

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6. ADAM, the new project and product portal for Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci is part of the European education and training programme "Life-long Learning" and focuses on initial and further vocational education and training. Year after year, Leonardo da Vinci projects develop a multitude of innovative education and training products featuring tailored solutions for direct use in companies and at education and training institutions.

Not all of these products are as well known as the European Computer Driving Licence developed by a Leonardo da Vinci project but most are of the same high quality. Using ADAM, you can obtain a full picture of the many products and results produced by the Leonardo da Vinci Programme.

For more information: http://www.leonardodavinci-projekte.org/adam/homepageView.htm

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7. Training Managers for 21st century Fisheries Listserv

The trainfishmngr listserv is designed to enhance discussion and disseminate information about training for the needs of 21st century fisheries. The primary goal of this list is to facilitate communication among those who supply fisheries management related training, and those who demand training - including managers in need of training and employers of managers. Managers are defined broadly as those who participate significantly in the fisheries management process.

To subscribe: Send an email to: lyris@lists.orst.edu Do not fill in the subject line. Include only the following message: "subscribe trainfishmngr Your_name" OR...Send an email to the listserv administrator, Laurie Jodice (jodicel@yahoo.com)

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8. MEC postdoc vacancies 

IRTA Sant Carles de la Ràpita (Catalonia, Spain), through Programa Ramón y Cajal (for more information www.mec.es) announced some placements for researchers. Applications must be presented to the Ministry of Education and Science (Ministerio de Educación y Ciencia). Interested candidates are requested to send their Curriculum Vitae to the e-mail address specified beside each post.  Please CLICK HERE to download the document.

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AquaTT Training News 

trainingnews sept2007AquaTT's Training News is a free monthly electronic newsletter. With the latest news from the European education community, opportunities for collaboration, announcements and a student corner, Training News is an important dissemination channel for education and training opportunities for the aquaculture and fisheries sectors.

Highlights of the March 2008 issue:   

CLICK HERE for the latest AquaTT Training News (March 2008) 

Please email news@aquatt.ie to submit your news which will reach more than 4,000 subscribers interested in aquaculture and related sectors education.

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BibMail 

BibMail is a biweekly updated overview of the content tables of the major aquaculture-relevant scientific journals.

CLICK HERE for the BibMail of March 2008

To go to the BibMail website link on the AQUA-TNET site please CLICK HERE

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Information of Interest

Information of Interest is a biweekly updated overview of interesting publications, reports, and manuals relating to aquaculture in a broad sense, with links to the respective files or information points.

Content of the March 2008 issue:

  • Elestat (Electronic Learning Environment for Statistics): interesting website with interactive material for online statistics learning
  • free poster on innate immunity: sensing and signalling
  • Australian Prawn Farming Manual: pdf version
  • New feature through BibMail:  access to the large database of the  Flanders Marine Institute VLIZ (the Marine& Coastal Research & Management in Flanders)
  • VLIZ Library Acquisitions no 388 March 14, 2008

CLICK HERE for the Information of Interest of March 2008

To go to the Information of Interest website link on the AQUA-TNET site please CLICK HERE 

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PiscesTT Jobs

pisces sept.2007

The human resource service PISCES TT Jobs (www.piscesttjobs.com) is an exciting and valuable free online service for employers and potential employees in aquaculture and related science sectors. Employers can post job vacancies and job searchers can upload their CVs. This service therefore facilitates human resource development in the industry.

Upon registration, employers can post and instantaneously edit job vacancies, MSc/PhD and student placement positions. If requested, companies will only receive CVs of those applicants who are qualified for the position requirements. PISCES TT Jobs already has more than 1000 registered candidates with comprehensive CVs.

Currently there are 13 interesting job positions: 

If you are interested in posting a job vacancy or registering for the service, please go to the PiscesTT Jobs website or contact Marieke Reuver at marieke@aquatt.ie

Other 

This update is published by the AQUA-TNET Secretariat. For further information, e-mail: aquatnet@aquatt.ie

If you would like to post a notice, news item or event details on the next issue of the AQUA-TNET Newsletter or on the AQUA-TNET website, please send details to Marieke Reuver at marieke@aquatt.ie 

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