From i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 20:55:17 2004
From: i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au (Ida Fellegara)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 11:55:17 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] coral-crab symbiosis
In-Reply-To: <200312291833_MC3-1-6312-1B56@compuserve.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20040102115038.025ced30@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

Hi All
I have recently noticed a couple of small, loose massive coral colonies 
that have a crab living in  a hole underneath. I have searched as coral 
symbiosis and looked at crab literature but haven't found anything

Is anybody aware of any reference about it?
thanks
Ida

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Ida Fellegara (BSc, MSc)
Ph D candidate
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Qld
ph 07 3365 7020
fax 07 3365 4755

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From S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 21:15:13 2004
From: S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au (Selina Ward)
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2004 12:15:13 +1000 
Subject: [Coral-List] Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Message-ID: <8A715E60894B5D43A3858A909C5D1895405F43@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

This year The University of Queensland, Australia is offering the Great
Barrier Reef Study Program for international and domestic students from 14
June - 13 August 2004.

The Great Barrier Reef Study Program provides students with an opportunity
for the ultimate marine education experience through a unique program
comprised of six short course options undertaken in Queensland's spectacular
marine environments, at world class research stations and on board a tall
ship. 

Three courses are taught at Heron Island Research Station on a coral cay,
two at Moreton Bay Research Station on North Stradbroke Island and one
course on board a tall ship in the Great Barrier Reef. The courses are short
intensive courses during which students will be immersed in the marine
environment. They will have daily lectures, field practical and laboratory
sessions so that they become familiar with a range of marine organisms and
processes and acquire first hand research skills through conducting short
group research projects.

The following courses are offered for 2004:
Coastal Zone Management
Marine Microscopy and Microanalysis
Biology and Oceanography of the Great Barrier Reef
Marine Neurobiology
Tropical Marine Invertebrates
Coral Reef Ecosystems

Please visit the website for detailed information and enrolment details.
www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

Dr Selina Ward
Academic Coordinator
Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
St Lucia 4072 Qld
Australia
ph 61 7 3346 9576
mob 61 410 478467
fax 61 7 33654755
email s.ward at marine.uq.edu.au
http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

From judith_mendes at hotmail.com  Fri Jan  2 09:23:44 2004
From: judith_mendes at hotmail.com (Judith Mendes)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 14:23:44 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
Message-ID: <Law15-F31ll7fnp3eEH0000b414@hotmail.com>

Dear Mark,

One difficulty with the meta-analysis you are planning is the wide variety 
of methods used to collect coral abundance data. With respect to their 
effect on the calculation of diversity the methods can be divided into two 
groups:

1. Those that estimate abundance from the projected planar area, the two 
dimensions x and z (e.g. methods with images taken from a camera/video 
camera mounted above the coral).

2. Those that estimate abundance from surface relief, the two dimensions x 
and y (e.g.
Methods in which a line or chain is draped over the coral). This means that 
the resulting abundance estimates are affected by the morphology of the 
coral species. Species with high relief e.g. Acropora will appear more 
abundant when a method that measures abundance in the xy plane is used when 
compared with their abundance estimated in the xz plane.

While this difference in the way abundance is estimated different methods 
may sound trivial, it can lead to very different estimates of diversity for 
the same location, particularly if the diversity index chosen emphasises the 
relative abundance of species in its calculation. The best book explaining 
the variety of diversity indices and the aspect of community composition 
that they emphasise (species richness or evenness/dominance) is still 
?Ecological Diversity and its Measurement? by Anne Magurran (1988). It even 
contains a nice Caribbean coral reef example from Barbados showing diversity 
increasing with depth and distance from Bridgetown, the capital, on the west 
coast of the island. This example is taken from Tomascik, T. and Sander, F 
(1987) Effects of eutrophication on reef building corals II? Mar. Biol., 
94:53-75.  I see Anne Magurran is bringing out a new book this month 
entitled ?Measuring Biological Diversity?; perhaps this will be even better 
than the original.

Some methods, such as the CARICOMP method, include an index of surface 
relief /rugosity which can be useful in addressing this issue.

I have data from 1 site on the south coast of Jamaica which you are welcome 
to have. Good luck with your meta-analysis.

Judith Mendes

>From: "Mark Vermeij" <Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov>
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
>Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 14:35:31 -0500
>
>Dear all,
>For a comparitive study I would be interested in diversity indices on coral 
>communities throughout the Caribbean bassin. I was thinking of Shannon 
>Weaver indices as they correct for "abundance", but surprisingly little can 
>be found regarding this measure related to Caribbean corals. E.g. a search 
>with google results in information on line-dancing (amongst other 
>interesting topics), but no relevant information in relation to corals was 
>found. If you have such data, or know a place were to find this, I would 
>greatly appreciate your suggestions. Basically what I'm looking for is a 
>detailed quantification of coral abundance (either through number or 
>cover), that includes the majority of corals known to be present at that 
>location. Based on this information the calculation of the SW-index for 
>this location should be simple.
>
>Thanks for your help and with best regards,
>Mark
>
>--
>Dr. Mark Vermeij
>
>Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (RSMAS/UM)
>
>NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Science Center
>75 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149 USA
>Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4499 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov
>
>http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/groups/cimas/
>
>
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Mon Jan  5 01:51:10 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 14:51:10 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Management Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFED7@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi coral-listers,
The Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP) is currently undergoing review.
NMP protects Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing coral reefs in the world.
It occurs in the remote North-west of Australia and is one of the few major coral reef systems occuring on the west coast of any continent. This reef is of potential World Heritage Listing and remains relatively pristine. 
The NMP proposed zoning plan has recently been released for public comment.
If you have any interest in this area or have visited it in the past now is a good opportunity to have your say.
Email me to register your interest and I will forward you the relevant documentation.
Look forward to any replies,
Best Regards,
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Mon Jan  5 09:53:10 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 08:53:10 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes [Florida
	Department 
	of Environmental Protection in the middle of the first year of an
	intense
	monitoring program to document the status of the reef] (Stuart News,
	1/4 /04)
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B19@MIAMIMX>

See excerpt below... Full article with photos can be found through the link
provided.

Happy New Year,

Bill

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St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes

   By Suzanne Wentley
      staff writer

   Stuart News
   http://www.tcpalm.com

   January 4, 2004

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

STUART -- State reef expert Walter Jaap remembered well the first time he
dove the coral reef off St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve in the late 1970s.

"I was shocked. It used to be conventional wisdom that when you were north
of Miami there wasn't much in the way of coral reefs," said Jaap, an
associate research scientist with the Florida Marine Research
Institute. "But you can find interesting coral formations up to this area."

Some Treasure Coast anglers and divers might be familiar with the area,
often referred to as Peck's Lake reef or kingfish hole.

But scientists are just starting to uncover the uniqueness of the 6-square-
mile reef, considered the northernmost of tropical coral reefs.

Biologists with the state Department of Environmental Protection are in the
middle of the first year of an intense monitoring program, designed to
document the status of the reef.

Its health can then be analyzed before and after $1.2 billion in local
Everglades restoration work is completed, to determine the impact on
natural ecosystems.

The goal -- as was the goal when local activists first persuaded Jaap and
others to focus on the reef just south of the inlet -- is to preserve its
biodiversity and beauty.

"There's just an abundant amount of wildlife there," said Mark Perry,
executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society. "Once you see it,
you just say, 'Wow.' It's something we need to preserve."

Under the sea

More than 150 species of fish and more than 200 species of invertebrates
live among the 17 different coral species found in the St. Lucie Inlet
State Preserve.

During an annual fish count at the reef -- sponsored by the DEP and
administered by the national Reef Environment Education Foundation --
volunteers saw everything from yellowtail parrotfish to loggerhead sea
turtles to a spotted eagle ray.

Soft and hard corals are found in the reef, which features the Sabellariid
worm reef -- seen also at Bathtub Reef beach park -- closer to the inlet.

As the reef stretches toward Hobe Sound, there are a variety of corals
planted on a coquina limestone known as Anastasia rock that formed 125,000
years ago after an ice age changed the sea level, Perry said.

Individual colonies of Oculina ivory bush coral, brain corals, great star
corals and sea fans -- all quite small compared to similar reefs in the
Caribbean -- cover about 1 percent of the bottom, which is only about 8 to
20 feet below the surface.

In the Keys, corals cover about 12 percent of the bottom, said Jeff Beal,
director of the DEP's Aquatic and Buffer Preserve field office, who is
coordinating monitoring efforts.

The growth, he said, is likely limited by water temperature and the wave
action that causes some of the corals to grow flat, like a pancake.

"You're at the northern limit for many of these corals," he said. "We were
surprised to discover there is a great diversity of corals down there."

Although the heads of corals are small, the reef is "very healthy here,"
Beal added.

Monitoring the reef

But the health, abundance and diversity is just starting to be documented,
despite years of great fishing that bring dozens of boats to the reef this
time of year, hoping for a Spanish mackerel that swims in a deep hole in
the middle of the reef.

"We're doing the first assessment of that reef," Beal said. "It's amazing
how many things you can see there."

After Jaap's initial dive on the site, he and another scientist wrote a
report encouraging protection of the reef. But it took until January 1988
for the state to buy the submerged lands and create a management plan for
the preserve.

"They do an annual survey of it, and they also have a bunch of volunteer
divers that go and clean it up, to make sure it's in good condition," said
John Griner, preserve manager. "We don't have a large staff to monitor it."

Instead, Beal and a former state scientist, Cindy Lott, met with Jaap to
collect baseline data for the reef.

Using digital video cameras, the scientists shot underwater videos along
pre-determined lines. They counted and identified the species, then logged
the information to compare each year.

Already, the scientists have three lines permanently installed, with plans
to install at least a dozen.

"We want to pick areas with high coral abundance," Beal said. "We want to
see how much does the St. Lucie (Canal) water, how much does that affect
the reef."

That information could be used to gauge the effectiveness of local
Everglades restoration efforts, he added.

Preservation plans

There is more to saving the reef than monitoring.

In the next few years, state preserve officials plan to install anchor
buoys so boats visiting the area won't damage the reef with anchors.

Until then, Perry recommends that boaters be wary of the reef when dropping
anchor.

"It's simple. You can see the reef from the surface because it's shallow,"
he said. "You want to look for a nice, sandy area. It helps a lot."

Long-term plans for the preserve also include creating a visible boundary
around the reef. Spearfishing is not allowed in the preserve.

Perry also suggested anglers be careful not to break their line on the
rock, because excess fishing line and dropped nets cause hazards for
underwater dwellers.

"The best thing is to use a round sinker, and use it right off the bottom
not to get tangled in the rocks," he said.

As state scientists continue their monitoring, they hope to create a list --
 with pictures -- of all the species that can be found underwater, helping
divers and snorkelers to better appreciate the area's natural wonders.

"It's very easy to break corals, to undo years of growth," Beal
said. "There's a whole community around them. It's a really neat place."

...

- suzanne.wentley at scripps.com

Reef dwellers

Some of the species found at St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve:

 - Cocoa damselfish (www.reefnews.com/reefnews/news/v05n05/cocoad.html)
The damselfish, commonly found in the Caribbean, eats algae growing on
tropical corals and uses the area for breeding.

 - Long-spined black sea urchin
(coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/diadema.html)
This species of sea urchin experienced a major die-off in the Caribbean in
the 1980s, but have a healthy population here.

 - Great star coral
(www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/southflorida/coral/profiles.html#great)
Impressive colonies of this tropical coral are large enough to be very old
and stable.

 - Mutton snapper (indianriver.fl.us/fishing/fish/snapmutt.html)
Because spearfishing is illegal within the preserve boundary, snapper and
other game fish are able to grow and feed among the reef.

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

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From taz9911 at hotmail.com  Mon Jan  5 21:40:43 2004
From: taz9911 at hotmail.com (Wendy Chen)
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2004 02:40:43 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
Message-ID: <Sea2-F51v5PispynCjW0001dc67@hotmail.com>

   Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with
   pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my
   controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The
   glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4
   days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I
   get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months,
   I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same,
   but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else
   has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis
   settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a
   Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help
   would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Wendy Chen
   aka Woon Jaye Chen
     _________________________________________________________________

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From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 10:38:55 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107103823.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Greetings,
   I  would  appreciate  it  if you would make your students aware of our
   Tropical  Marine  Biology  summer  course  that  will  be  held at Lee
   Stocking  Island, Bahamas during July 19 - August 2, 2004. We can take
   a total of 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served
   basis.  Students  will  receive  4  semester  hours  of college credit
   (undergraduate or graduate) as long as the course is approved by their
   home  institution.  More  information about the course can be found at
   the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/T
   MB_Home_Page.html
   Thanks for your help!
   Cheers,
   Danny Gleason

   PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW
   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/TMB_Home_Page.html
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From tlsnell at buffalo.edu  Wed Jan  7 13:33:04 2004
From: tlsnell at buffalo.edu (tlsnell at buffalo.edu)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 13:33:04 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
Message-ID: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites 
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this 
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic 
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate 
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.  

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking 
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to 
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific 
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate 
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were 
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to 
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of 
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure 
coral-specificity. 

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260

From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 15:17:53 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 15:17:53 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107151731.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology

   Funding is available at Georgia Southern University (GSU) starting May
   1, 2004 to support a Master's student for the summer to participate in
   studies  of  the  benthic  invertebrate  fauna of Gray's Reef National
   Marine  Sanctuary. The successful applicant will be expected to assist
   with  two  projects related to this group of organisms: 1) development
   of  a web-based field guide and 2) assessment of recruitment processes
   to  the  benthos. Abstracts for both of these projects can be obtained
   at the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   The  successful  applicant  will  also  be  expected to enter the M.S.
   program   in   Biology  at  GSU  in  fall  2004  and  will  develop  a
   hypothesis-driven   research   project   based  on  organisms  in  the
   Sanctuary.  Scuba  diving  certification is required and an ability to
   work   in   rough  sea  conditions  is  highly  preferred.  Successful
   applicants  will  receive  funding for the summer ($3,000) and will be
   supported  during  fall  and  spring semesters on either a teaching or
   research assistantship (type of support dependent on availability).

   Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore
   live-bottom   reefs  off  the  coast  of  Georgia  and  is  a  popular
   recreational  fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5
   nautical  miles  off  Sapelo  Island,  Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth
   range,  and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains
   a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house
   invertebrates,  such  as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea
   stars,  crabs,  lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also
   attracts  numerous  species  of  fishes,  including  black  sea  bass,
   snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

   Interested students should submit a resume, undergraduate transcripts,
   a statement of interest and career goals, and two letters of reference
   to  Danny Gleason, Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University,
   P.O.  Box  8042,  Statesboro,  GA  30460-8042.  The  recipient will be
   selected  from the pool of applicants who have submitted all materials
   by February 20, 2004. More information about the Department of Biology
   at  GSU  can  be  found  at [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/ and
   information   on   applying   to  graduate  school  can  be  found  at
   [3]http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/

   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [4]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/
   3. http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/
   4. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From fpl at circop.com  Wed Jan  7 16:21:26 2004
From: fpl at circop.com (Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 22:21:26 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] In'l Coral Reefs Conf of Paris (CIRCoP 2) : looking
	for Talks & Movies
Message-ID: <00a701c3d564$3f08e7e0$0500a8c0@27.32.5.free.fr>

Dear listers, 

After a great first edition end of Jan 2003, the International Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris (CIRCoP) will open their doors once again on March the 19th & 20th 2005.

This general public event has been created to allow scientists to share knowledge and passion about Coral Reefs with Divers, Reef Aquarists, Sea Lovers and General Public. 

This second edition will occur in one of the most famous venue in Paris : the "City of Sciences". This place, with 2 big theatres, 8 sessions rooms, and 2000 m2 of exposition area, should allow us to welcome about 4000 people during a Week-End. Organized around 16 main talks & 16 movies, CIRCoP 2 should also provide 16 aquaria specific talks for hobbists, 16 aquaria talks for professionals, and 16 talks for divers. Tour operators, Aquaria equipment makers, photos and videos should also create a lot of animation, and much more...

We are now starting to work on the program, and we are looking for talks and movies dealing with topic of interest for our visitors.
If you would like to be part of the lecturer team, please suggest one or more potential talk, with 5 lines of description. Please also explain from where you would come from (country and town/airport)
If you have professional quality movie(s) about coral reefs that you would like to show, please tell us. 

Talks and movies should talk about thing like : 
a.. Coral Reefs : Status, Protection, Restoration, Reef Life,...
a.. Aquaria : Techniques, Captive propagation, Animal Care & Description 
a.. Travels and Diving : Where to go, what to see, how to learn about Reefs, how to protect them 

For more information, please refer to : 
- the official web site : www.circop.com
- Lecturers Information :  http://www.circop.com/CIRCoP2005/US/LecturerConditions.html

Many thanks in advance for your replies, 

Best Regards & Wishes for this new Year
Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert
www.reefkeepers.net
www.circop.com

From phmontoya at hotmail.com  Wed Jan  7 21:39:43 2004
From: phmontoya at hotmail.com (Phanor Montoya Maya)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 21:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Looking for information on coral reproduction
Message-ID: <000301c3d590$abe90d50$ca985dc8@phanor>

Dear coral list suscribers,
 
Can anyone help me find information about coral reproduction?
 
I want to answer the following questions:
 
Which Caribbean corals are brooding species and which ones are broadcast
species?
How long does it take for the planula to settle? For brooding and
broadcast species?
 
Thank you in advance for the help you can give me.
 
 
Phanor Montoya Maya
Director Ejecutivo
Fundaci?n Bucea Colombia
www.buceacolombia.org
correo at buceacolombia.org
Telefono: 300 6122392
Fax: 3232668
 

From alcolado at ama.cu  Thu Jan  8 09:55:24 2004
From: alcolado at ama.cu (Pedro Alcolado)
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 2004 09:55:24 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Need Nike Bianchi's e-mail address
Message-ID: <004301c3d5f7$7e18d1a0$b65da8c0@ama.cu>

Dear coralisters,
First of all, have all of you a happy new year plenty of scientific success.
I would appreciate to receive from some of you Nike Bianchi's e-mail address. Thank you very much.
Pedro

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Thu Jan  8 13:17:54 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Meandrinas
Message-ID: <Sea2-F34yEXUIEAOeIi000382fd@hotmail.com>

   Hi  Everybody,  I  am  working  with  the genus Meandrina. I have been
   collecting  morphometric,population-level  and  reproductive  data for
   over  a  year  now.  I  borrowed  the  holotype specimen (the only one
   available)  of  Goreaugyra  memorialis fron the Smithsonian Museum and
   done  some  morphometrics.  Zlatarsky  used  the  descriptin  of  this
   specimen  and  synonymized   it  with  Meandrina memorialis. There are
   morphological  differences  between  what we are calling M. memorialis
   here  in  Puerto  Rico  and  other Caribbean sites and the holotype of
   G.memorialis.However,  no  statistical  inferences  could be made with
   justone  specimen.  I  was wondering if anybody has seen, photographed
   and  or  collected another specimen (s) of Goreaugyra anywhere else is
   the  wider  Caribbean  or  even  outside  this  area  (Brasil??). I am
   including a photo of Goreaugyra memorialis

   Thanks

   Jorge Pinz?n
     _________________________________________________________________

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From Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:08:09 2004
From: Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov (Lindsey C Williams)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:08:09 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available
Message-ID: <3FFDAA99.6E4652A3@noaa.gov>

Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available

Proceedings from the June 18 - 20, 2003 Coral Reefs, Climate and Coral
Bleaching workshop are now available on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
website (www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm).

At its 8th meeting in October 2002, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
(USCRTF) passed two resolutions highlighting the impacts of climate and
coral bleaching on coral reefs.  The first resolution on ?Coral Reefs
and Climate Change? called for an interagency, public/private
partnership to advance understanding and management of this issue.  A
second resolution identified climate change and coral bleaching as one
of six priority threats to U.S. reefs and encouraged development of
three-year local action strategies by State/Territory and Federal
partners to address the problem.

In response to these resolutions, the Department of Commerce (NOAA),
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Department of the Interior
(DOI) organized a stakeholder workshop to explore collaborative
approaches to better understand and address threats to coral reefs
associated with climate, with special emphasis on coral bleaching.

Participants included over 100 scientists and managers from U.S.
federal, State and Territorial government, NGOs, academia, and
international agencies currently active in understanding and managing
coral reefs in a changing climate. The three-day workshop addressed the
latest science on climate change and coral bleaching, reviewed current
efforts to develop management strategies in the context of coral
bleaching, and discussed ways to better integrate science and management
information to address the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Visit www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm to view the
Proceedings. Please contact Felipe Arzayus with any questions
(Felipe.Arzayus at noaa.gov).

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:16:42 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
Message-ID: <3FFDAC9A.A397CA55@noaa.gov>

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.

Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118

                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
             1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
             CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to announce
the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral reef
conservation.

The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This award
is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
initiatives.

This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on coral
reef management initiatives with an agency member of the USCRTF.  In
this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a location to
be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be flown to
Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at the next
USCRTF meeting.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements:
? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on coral
reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully completed the
sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy or science with
emphasis on coral reefs;
? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, or
Hawaii.

Application Selection Timetable

Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST

Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004

Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
(*pending availability)

Application Material

All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit the
following material:
? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
? Resume.
? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship will
benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in your
island.

Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:

USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
c/o Shane Guan
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov

Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
Fax: 301-713-4389

Contact
For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
above address.

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From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Fri Jan  9 06:21:20 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:21:20 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Climate Conference - abstract reminder
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE4230299C2B5@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear all

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Happy New Year to you all. This is a reminder to those of you who have
not yet sent in abstracts for the conference that the deadline for
submission is the end of January 2004 (see full details below).
Registration details, with forms and example abstract can be found at:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts as soon as possible. Here is
a reminder of the timetable for the conference - note the deadline for
abstracts:

 

Call for abstracts: September 2003

 

Deadline for abstracts: 31st Jan 2004

 

Programme details online: 31st March 2004

 

Early registration deadline: 31st May 2004

 

Freshwater Biological Association Annual Meeting: 19th-20th July 2004

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems conference: 21st-23rd July 2004

 

Due to our aim in providing an integrated conference where all
participants can hear all talks, and the potential high interest in this
conference, there is likely to be some competition for oral presentation
slots. Contributors are therefore encouraged to:

 

1.	target their presentations (and thus abstracts) to be as
accessible as possible to the wide range of participants at the
conference
2.	present a broad picture or synthesis of ideas within a
particular field fitting to the overarching theme of the conference (for
local studies, it would therefore be beneficial for presenters to put
their work firmly in a global context).
3.	keep abstracts within the word limit and to use the format given
4.	to have the abstracts in before the deadline 

 

The organising committee will review all abstracts the week after the
deadline and select presentations for each of the themed sessions of the
conference to complement the plenary speakers. Oral presentations will
be chosen to give as full range of topics as possible over the
conference. All participants submitting abstracts for an oral
presentation that are not accepted for a talk will be offered to present
as a poster instead.

 

For all communication on the conference, please use the following
conference email:

 

climate at plymouth.ac.uk <mailto:climate at plymouth.ac.uk> 

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts & registration forms and
seeing many of you here in Plymouth in July.

 

Yours,

 

Martin

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Fri Jan  9 11:00:05 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:00:05 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B5F@MIAMIMX>

FYI - Sorry for any cross-postings.

-----Original Message-----
From: John F. Valentine [mailto:jvalentine at disl.org] 
To: Precht, Bill
Subject: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]

Dear Friends,

As you develop your travel plans for the coming year, we hope that you
will consider participating in the upcoming Benthic Ecology Meeting
which will be held March 25-28 in Mobile, Alabama.  To help you with
your planning, we are announcing the posting of the 2004 Benthic Ecology
Meeting website which can now be found on the internet at
http://bem.disl.org.  On this site, you will find descriptions of the
registration and abstract submittal processes, t-shirts and, of course,
a lively social gathering.  In addition, you will find links to the
meeting hotel, travel web sites and the meeting organizers.  When you
have a moment take a look.  We encourage you to book your rooms and send
in your registrations as soon as possible, in order that we can better
plan our annual event.  In the mean time, we stand by to answer any
questions you have about the upcoming meeting.

John F. Valentine - jvalentine at disl.org

-- 
john f. valentine
101 bienville blvd.
dauphin island sea lab &
university of south alabama
dauphin island, al. 35628
office #: 251-861-7546
fax #: 251-861-7540
email: jvalentine at disl.org
disl website: www.disl.org

From raronson at disl.org  Fri Jan  9 12:04:08 2004
From: raronson at disl.org (Rich Aronson)
Date: Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:04:08 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
Message-ID: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>

The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
 
For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004

-- 
_____________________________
Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
Senior Marine Scientist
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA

voice: 251-861-7567
fax:   251-861-7540
_____________________________

From Billy.Causey at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 10 12:08:35 2004
From: Billy.Causey at noaa.gov (Billy Causey)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 12:08:35 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement from The Natura Conservancy
Message-ID: <40003192.8EB28FBB@noaa.gov>

The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Last Great Places

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Marine Habitat Leader
SUPERVISOR: Director, Global Priorities Group
LOCATION:  open
DATE POSTED: December 18, 2003

The Marine Habitat Leader is a new, estimated 12-month position
developed to lead The Nature Conservancy in setting outcome-based
conservation goals, including priority conservation strategies and
places, for all of the world?s marine biomes ? called Major Habitat
Types.  Marine goals will be informed by global scientific assessments
of habitat status, threat and conservation progress, and calibrated
against advancements to be made through TNC and partner efforts.  The
objective of this position is to conduct an expansive and inclusive
process that builds both institutional support and partner engagement
for the conservation of the world?s marine ecoregions.  Responsibilities
include: 1) leading a science-driven assessment of each Marine Major
Habitat Type that culminates in an authoritative ?state of the habitat?
report;  2) conducting a conservation gap analysis to identify priority
areas and priority strategies; 3) articulating initial habitat goals for
TNC; 4) facilitating the establishment of longer-range goals for
relevant TNC programs; 5) contributing to a framework to help inform
Conservancy FY06 planning; and 6) making structural or process-related
recommendations relevant to implementation of these goals.

The Marine Habitat Leader will work with four other habitat leaders to
lead TNC in setting comprehensive conservation goals for all Major
Habitat Types.  In addition, the Marine Leader will ensure integration
and collaboration with the Marine Initiative in both the design and
execution of this process.  Within that broader framework, the Marine
Leader will provide overall leadership on behalf of TNC for Marines
Major Habitat Type goal setting.  It is conceivable that TNC might
co-lead each process with individuals from other institutions.
Specific duties require building and managing a small core ad hoc team
of partners, key TNC staff, senior managers, trustees/Board of
Governors, and Global Priority Group (GPG) staff.   The Marine Leader is
expected to work with other habitat leaders to identify crosscutting
issues and ensure consistent methods.  The Leader will work closely with
the GPG on data management and analysis, mapping, and the overall
process.  The Leader ensures the goal-setting process for marine
habitats remains within budget.  The Director of Global Priorities
supervises the Marine Habitat Leader.

DUTIES:

1. Advance habitat goal-setting for marine within a broader
organizational effort that will set coherent goals and define priorities
for all Major Habitat Types organized under five different habitat
groups (grasslands, deserts, freshwater, marine, and forests).
Collaborate with other Habitat Leaders to ensure learning across groups
and to balance efforts and priorities across and between groups.
2. Work with other institutions to conduct global habitat assessments,
insuring the use of existing information to document and analyze the
status, distribution, threats, geographic priorities, dominant
strategies, level of conservation investments and established
international goals, and gaps relevant to Marine Major Habitat Types.
3. Solicit input from the field to produce a preliminary draft outline
of TNC specific goals, outcomes, priorities and approach to gaps for
conservation of Marine Major Habitat Types.
4. Facilitate a habitat conference with field practitioners from TNC,
trustees, key partners, and potential donors to peer-review a draft
?state of the habitat report?, to refine initial recommendations for TNC
goals and priorities, to galvanize goal setting for programs across TNC,
and to build networks of collaboration across practitioners.
5. Finalize a global context and conservation vision for all Marine
Major Habitat Types (in the form of the state of the habitat report),
including TNC?s goals and contributions to the vision with relevant
measures, clear organizational priorities for discretionary resources,
and collective commitments overall organization.
6. Recommend ongoing operational or structural implications of pursuing
conservation goals for Marine Major Habitat Types.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Credible conservation experience within Marine ecoregions and
familiarity with Marine biogeography. At least 10 years experience in
the conservation field and applying ecological concepts to conservation
decision-making or biodiversity management, particularly as it relates
to Marine habitats.
2. Highly skilled at effective communication with diverse people and
institutions. Experience translating information and ideas between
disciplines or stakeholder groups and excellent speaking and writing
skills required.  Past success in marketing concepts and approaches to
various audiences in building positive and lasting relationships with
people and organizations.
3. Track record of delivering results in a complex process.   Proven
understanding of how organizations work and of how to design program
structures and functions to accomplish specific goals. Ability to
operate effectively in a non-confrontational style in diverse
institutional settings.  Comfort with ambiguity and institutional
change.
4. Excellent management skills.  Knows how to set priorities well,
manage an ad hoc with no direct management authority, and manage
finances.  Able to set and fulfill meaningful goals and objectives, to
develop realistic schedules, to anticipate and solve programmatic or
people-related problems, and to objectively measure performance against
goals and institute changes when merited.
5. Works well independently but is also a good team player.  Able to
accomplish individual and programmatic goals while making a significant
contribution to the broader goals of the organization.
6. Strong commitment to conservation.
7. Willingness to travel frequently, often on short notice.

PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE,  AND A LIST OF 3
OR MORE REFERENCES BY JANUARY 30, 2004 TO jobs at tnc.org  (please include
job title in subject line).

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Visit us at www.nature.org/careers

--

----
Billy D. Causey
Superintendent
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
P.O. Box 500368
Marathon, FL  33050

phone: (305) 743-2437 x26
fax: (305) 743-2357

http://floridakeys.noaa.gov

From dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in  Fri Jan  9 22:19:29 2004
From: dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in (DUGONG)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 08:49:29 +0530
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <000001c3d728$b4978b40$516c41db@aaa>

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU CHARLIE VERON.
All members of INDIAN SOCIETY FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES Congratulates Charlie
Veron for winning the Darwin Melal for his excellent contributions to the
coral reef research in the world.

Dr K. VENKATARAMAN
General Secretary
Indian Society for Coral Reef Studies
C/o Marine Biological Station
Zoological Survey of India
130, Santhome High Road
Chennai 600 028 India
----- Original Message -----
From: Rich Aronson <raronson at disl.org>
To: Coral List <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal

> The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
> Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
> International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
> member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
> her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
> Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
> the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
> Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
> ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
> elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
> at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
> Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
> Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
> scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
>
> For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
> see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
>
> --
> _____________________________
> Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
> Senior Marine Scientist
> Dauphin Island Sea Lab
> 101 Bienville Boulevard
> Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA
>
> voice: 251-861-7567
> fax:   251-861-7540
> _____________________________
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 12:00:42 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 11:00:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV249CieJTjLP000235e0@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on
performance)

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
Headquarters)

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring
protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
organization with the following goals:

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the
private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and
economically sustainable solutions.

 Scope and Functions:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
duties may include:

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions.
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
their reefs.

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
the environment is preferred.

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
conserve coral reef ecosystems.

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 09:52:51 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 10:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] G. memorialis
Message-ID: <Sea2-F35gx3lKy8VBDU000048a2@hotmail.com>

   Hi,

   For  those  of  you  still  interested  in  the pictures of Goreaugyra
   memorialis, I have uploaded them at

   [1]http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/Gm1.jpg

   [2]http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/Gm2.jpg

   Suerte

   Jorge Pinzon

     _________________________________________________________________

   MSN 8 helps [3]ELIMINATE E-MAIL VIRUSES. Get 2 months FREE*.

References

   1. http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/image001.jpg
   2. http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/Gm2.jpg
   3. http://g.msn.com/8HMAEN/2743??PS=

From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 12:57:19 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 11:57:19 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Addendum to Reef Check Belize position
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV58jSpeU8g5P0001a576@hotmail.com>

Hello to all, a few clarifications concerning the open position at Reef
Check Belize:

  1.. I failed to mention that the successful applicant will be a Belizean,
as we are trying to build up local capacity for our program.

  2.. Additionally, the proposed salary may have been a bit misleading as it
is based on the Belizean local scale.

Sorry for any inconvenience, but I wanted to clarify those points and save
some confusion later.

Thanks,

Robyn Woodman

----- Original Message -----
From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
To: "Coral List" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:00 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available

>
>
>
> Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
> Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
> Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based
on
> performance)
>
>
>
> Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
> Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
> Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
> Background
>
> Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based
monitoring
> protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
> Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
> 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
> time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
> organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
> and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and
the
> private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
> reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound
and
> economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
> Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
> Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
> implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
> duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training
sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
> Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check
Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
> government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
> their reefs.
>
>
>
>
> Qualifications
> 1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
> the environment is preferred.
>
> 2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
> 3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
> 4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
> 5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
> conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
> 6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
> Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
> Applications
> Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
> (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
> Green Reef
>
> Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
> 100 Coconut Drive
>
> San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
> Belize, Central America
>
> Office: ++501.226.2833
>
> Home: ++501.226.3174
>
> E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Sun Jan 11 23:51:31 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:51:31 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
References: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>
Message-ID: <00c101c3d8c7$c0f8acc0$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Where can one find out about coral genetic work and its application, or
potential use, as a marine protected area management tool?

Is there someone I can 'talk' to about this? Or perhaps some literature
somewhere. Unfortunately working in the Philppines imposes some limitations
on how much good literature I can get a hold of!

Thanking you all in adavnce!

Jeff Archer

Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations
Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf
West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales 2222
Philippines

Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223
Direct: +63 47 252 8982
Fax: +63 47 252 9000
Mobile: +63 920 900 9770
Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph
Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph
Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tlsnell at buffalo.edu>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 2:33 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure
coral-specificity.

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260
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From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Mon Jan 12 02:06:08 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:08 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
References: <Sea2-F8wVRL5eHVVHZR0001fa63@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <01ec01c3d8da$8ecf8260$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Try to minimise light, especially red spectrum stuff. Maybe keep it in the dark. Diatoms will still settle and the biofilm will still develop, hopefully in the absence of green algae.

Good luck

Jeff
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Wendy Chen 
  To: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 2:29 PM
  Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates

  Thanks for the insight. I tried to leave my glassware to soak in seawater longer, but I was getting a lot of green seaweed growing on it. It was very difficult trying to take that out without taking the biofilm at all. When I left the seaweed in, the larve died within a half a day even in the control that only had filter seawater. I think that my problem may be that there is no water movement in the glass containers. I need to find a way to create some type of movement, no matter how minimal. I will try that out next week. Thanks again. 

  Wendy Chen 
  aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  >From: "OA - JArcher" 
  >Reply-To: "OA - JArcher" 
  >To: "Wendy Chen" 
  >Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  >Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:39:13 +0800 
  > 
  >I don't have a lot of experience, but I find that if you age the settlement 
  >plates a little more than a few days,  then the consistancy of results 
  >improves - to a certain extent, and with limitations. I feel that the 
  >problem may lie in the initial competition/succession rates of the pioneer 
  >species, with patchy cover of biofilm due to competition and growth rates of 
  >any of the multiple species of bacteria that colonise. I find that if we 
  >leave plates longer, then we get a good cover of bacteria and a usually a 
  >stable cover of diatoms on top of that. This also provides good food for our 
  >own needs in terms of culturing corals, echinoderm and holothurian larve. 
  > 
  >It also depends on the nature of the substrate you are using. New Cement or 
  >firbous plates contains leachates which are found in varying concentrations 
  >around the surface which may have an inhibitory effect on subsequent 
  >colonisation and growth. 
  > 
  >Jeff Archer 
  > 
  >Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations 
  >Ocean Adventure 
  >Camayan Wharf 
  >West Ilanin Forest Area 
  >Subic Bay Freeport Zone 
  >Zambales 2222 
  >Philippines 
  > 
  >Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223 
  >Direct: +63 47 252 8982 
  >Fax: +63 47 252 9000 
  >Mobile: +63 920 900 9770 
  >Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph 
  > 
  > 
  > 
  >----- Original Message ----- 
  >From: "Wendy Chen" 
  >To: 
  >Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:40 AM 
  >Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  > 
  > 
  > > 
  > >    Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with 
  > >    pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my 
  > >    controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The 
  > >    glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4 
  > >    days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I 
  > >    get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months, 
  > >    I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same, 
  > >    but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else 
  > >    has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis 
  > >    settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a 
  > >    Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help 
  > >    would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 
  > >    Wendy Chen 
  > >    aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  > >      _________________________________________________________________ 
  > > 
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From kadatschu at web.de  Mon Jan 12 13:36:25 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:36:25 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
Message-ID: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral-Listers, 

I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific Scleractians especially in the area of Panama 
in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of coral larvae settlement .
Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region? 
Are there any known brooding species?
What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?

I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!

Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!

Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!

Holger Anlauf

From joshua at nova.edu  Mon Jan 12 15:06:58 2004
From: joshua at nova.edu (Joshua Feingold)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
In-Reply-To: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20040112150156.00b050f0@pop.nova.edu>

There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter 
Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at 
Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.

Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also 
published in Marine Biology.
1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J. 
Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral 
reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos 
Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.

I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and 
methods section therein.

Cheers,

Joshua Feingold

At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>
>I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific 
>Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
>in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of 
>coral larvae settlement .
>Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
>Are there any known brooding species?
>What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
>
>I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
>
>Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
>
>Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
>
>Holger Anlauf
>
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From s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 12 19:06:09 2004
From: s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au (Shelley Anthony)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
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(07)4750-0898

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 08:18:38 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

 

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

 

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on performance)

 

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

 

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef Headquarters)

 

 

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental organization with the following goals:

 

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and economically sustainable solutions. 
 

 Scope and Functions:

 

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the duties may include:  

 

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions. 
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.  
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage their reefs. 
 

 

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to the environment is preferred.  

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.   

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision. 

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to conserve coral reef ecosystems. 

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required. 

 

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

 

 

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833  

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:39:31 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:39:31 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Southern Stingray observations
Message-ID: <001101c3d9eb$70ca6480$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear Coral Listers,

I was wondering if anyone could help on an occurance we have noted here in the Bahamas. In the last two days we have observed 3 dead juvenile (approx 30cm wing span)  Southern Stingrays on the beach adjacent to us. Although subject to strong winds in this area, the days preceeding the finds were calm. Two dolphins were seen in the area subsequently and I was wondering if this may be the cause of the unusual strandings?? No bite marks were noted though our resident turkey vultures had clearly had a feast!

Has anyone seen anything similar or does anyone have any suggestions as to why this may have occurred?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:47:06 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:47:06 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Discarding glass in the ocean
Message-ID: <002101c3d9ec$7fc23890$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear coral listers, 

I have heard that discarding smashed glass in the ocean may be a viable option to recycling the material in remote areas with no viable alternatives to recycling or adequate lanfill control. Any opinions??? We are located near the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep trench 6000ft + in the Bahamas and would like to consider this method if found to be agreeable. 

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science Co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

001242 368 6288

From lou_sileo at usgs.gov  Tue Jan 13 12:12:42 2004
From: lou_sileo at usgs.gov (Louis Sileo)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 11:12:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral fixative
Message-ID: <OF69F7ADBB.842C41F5-ON86256E1A.005E3ECE@er.usgs.gov>

Shelly -- Shawn Mclaughlin and Kathy Price at the NOAA lab in Oxford MD
have been using a product called 'Z Fixative' with seeming good results.
This  is a brand name.  If you are unable to contact them directly, get
back to me at lou_sileo at usgs.gov and I will put you in touch with them.

Lou Sileo
USGS, National Wildlife Health Center
lou_sileo at usgs.gov
608-270-2461

From ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 13 12:19:11 2004
From: ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca (ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 12:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] short-term employment
Message-ID: <1074014351.4004288fa3270@webmail.mcgill.ca>

Dear All,

I am a recently graduated M.Sc. student from McGill University, Montreal,
Canada. I am currently seeking short-term employment (4-6 months). 

For my Master?s thesis, I studied coral reef fish ecology and my undergraduate
and graduate course-work focused on aquatic conservation. My field experience
is extensive. I worked as a field assistant in a Beech-Maple forest, I
conducted an independent study on fish competition in Barbados, I participated
in a semester long program in Panama and I spent 8 months in Barbados
collecting data for my Master?s thesis (accomplishing over 200 dives). I have
also been involved in scientific education initiatives in Panama and have
taught undergraduate level biology students. I am comfortable with statistics,
a wide range of computer programs and have a working knowledge of ArcView 3.2a.
I am fully bilingual in French and English and am competent in Spanish (spoken/
reading). I would be available as of January and I am willing to travel.

If you know of any opportunities (or have one for me), please contact me and I
can send you my full C.V.

Thank you very much for your time,

Ingrid Morgan

ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca

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From kadatschu at web.de  Tue Jan 13 21:57:31 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 18:57:31 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Mistake in email adress in Question about coral
	spawning!
Message-ID: <007a01c3da4b$2a9f2120$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral list, 

Thanks for the replies to far. 

There was a mistake in my email address that needs to be corrected. 

It is holger.anlauf at stud.uni-rostock.de !!!

Best wishes 

Holger Anlauf

From szmanta at uncw.edu  Tue Jan 13 14:03:11 2004
From: szmanta at uncw.edu (Szmant, Alina)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 14:03:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <4E15FCC7981F7A4CA5AA0DEF4B2141C9054231C9@UNCWMAILVS2.dcs.uncw.edu>

Hi Shelley:

I used a fixative called Helly's [also known as Zenkers when made as below with the ZnCl2] for many years and it works well for corals:

1000 gm Zn Cl2
500 gm K dichromate
20 L distilled water

Above is stable indefinitely.  For use, add 5 ml of formaldehyde (37 to 40 %) to each 100 ml of Helly's

Decalcification is critical to getting good coral tissue preps.  The folowing is better than straight HCl solutions:

0.7 gm/L EDTA
0.008 gm/L KNa tartrate
0.14 gm/L Na tartrate
99.2 ml/L conc. HCl (12N)

Change acid at least twice per day and keep removing crud from decalcifying surfaces (endolithic sponges, etc).  Wash for ca. 12 with running tap water (overnight) to remove acid before dehydrating to embed, etc.

Techniques were learned from PaulYevich, US EPA and found in a short  technical manual that is not generally available and I am not sure if it was published:

Yevich, P and C. Barszcz.  1981.  Preparation of aquatic animals for histopathological examination.  US EPA, Environmental Monitoring and Support Laboratory, Cincinnati Ohio USA

******************************************************************* 
Dr. Alina M. Szmant 
Coral Reef Research Group 
Professor of Biology 
Center for Marine Science 
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 
5600  Marvin K. Moss Lane 
Wilmington  NC  28409-5928 
tel  (910)962-2362  fax  (910)962-2410 
email  szmanta at uncw.edu 
http//people.uncw.edu/szmanta/
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-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Shelley
Anthony
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 7:06 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

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From scip9051 at nus.edu.sg  Wed Jan 14 09:41:38 2004
From: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg (James Rolfe Guest)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 22:41:38 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
Message-ID: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>

Hi Shelley,

You're right when you say there is no standardised method for histological processing of coral tissue. I'm not sure if there is one optimal method that can be applied in any situation. Personally, I think it is better to apply the most appropriate method for the job in hand. 

The most common method is to use 10% seawater formalin, embed in parafin wax and stain with Mayer's Haemotoxilin and Eosin. I have been looking at the gametogenic cycles of certain corals and got better results from using a 5% seawater-formalin-Zenker's fixative (add 50g zinc chloride, 25g potassium dichromate per litre of solution) and stain with Aniline Blue/Azocarmine G as used by Glynn et al (1994), Marine Biology 118 p 191-208. A really useful book with many fixation and staining techniques is Luna (1968) Manual of histological staining methods of the armed forces institute of pathology, 3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. 

If you plan to do histopathology combined with molecular techniques (e.g. fluorescent in situ hybridisation) you might fix with 4% paraformaldehyde. Gluteraldehyde/Osmium gives very good preservation and is generally used for doing EM work, but has been used for examination of coral diseases by light microscopy, see Bythell et al (2002) Histopathological methods for the investigation of microbial communities associated with disease lesions in reef corals LETT APPL MICROBIOL 34 (5): 359-364.

I hope these comments are useful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

James    

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Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
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PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
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From brumba at amnh.org  Wed Jan 14 12:33:10 2004
From: brumba at amnh.org (Dan Brumbaugh)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 12:33:10 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] postdoc opportunity: marine GIS modeling in support of
 MPA research
Message-ID: <p06020400bc2b26e0bb9f@[172.16.14.139]>

   Apologies  for  cross-postings.   Please  feel  free to forward to any
   possible candidates.  Questions and applications should be directed to
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From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Wed Jan 14 19:34:00 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 16:34:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
In-Reply-To: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>
Message-ID: <20040115003400.47057.qmail@web14917.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all 

this is becoming interesting...this is the second
time in a year that this subject has appeared on
the list.....

the use of fixatives and decalcification method
is difficult to be generalised....it varies form
coral species.....

I have been using 4% formalin-Seawater and later
10% formalin-Seawater mixture for fixing and
then, store it in ethanol indefinitely after 48
hours in 10% formalin-seawater.

For decalcification, I prepare 1:1 mixture of 20%
citric acid and 50% formic acid, which works very
fine for me.....i get the tissues decalcified
overnight....

I agree with James......there is no optimal
method ...one has to decide which method is best
for the  samples he or she is dealing with

Regards
Shashank 

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From goldberg at fiu.edu  Thu Jan 15 12:42:19 2004
From: goldberg at fiu.edu (goldberg at fiu.edu)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 12:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral  fixation and decal
Message-ID: <20040115174219.WTYD19078.spn25c0@spn25c0>

I may as well throw my two cents in on this topic. While 
it is true that there is nothing standard when it comes to 
fixation and decalcification of corals, there is a 
considerable literature on how to decalcify vertebrate 
tissue. It would be a mistake not to consider all of that 
work, depite the differences in mineralization between 
the two systems. Take a look at  Callis et al.,  Journal of 
histotechnology 21: 49-58, 1998 for a review. If you are 
not planning on anything more than standard histology, 
you can do pretty much anything that has been 
suggested. However, if you plan on looking at cell 
structure or tissue relationships, the literature is pretty 
clear that fixation and decalcification methods do 
matter. Unbuffered formalin or strong mineral acids, for 
example, will distort the cytoplasm and cause the loss 
of proteoglycan typical of calcified material (see 
Goldberg, Tissue and Cell 33: 376-387, 2001). For my 
own general work with coral tissues I use a somewhat 
hypertonic medium compared to seawater: 2.5-3% 
glutaraldehyde + 0.15 M NaCl buffered with 0.1 M 
cacodylate to pH 7.6-7.8. For decalcification of small 
specimens I use 2% ascorbic acid (Dietrich & Fontaine, 
Stain Technology 50: 351-354, 1975) or 5%  lactic 
acid/k-lactate buffered to pH 4 for larger chunks (see 
Eggert & Germain, Histochemistry 59: 215-224, 1979).
I will be happy to provide more specifics once I know 
what you are looking for.
best wishes,
wmg

Walter M. Goldberg
Professor of Biological Sciences &
Marine Invertebrate Search Committee Chair
Florida International University
Department of Biological Sciences
University Park
Miami, FL 33199
e-mail goldberg at fiu.edu
URL   www.fiu.edu/~goldberg

From fatemi at tavana.net  Thu Jan 15 14:45:38 2004
From: fatemi at tavana.net (Fatemi)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 23:15:38 +0330
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea
Message-ID: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran

From intern at coral.org  Thu Jan 15 17:56:15 2004
From: intern at coral.org (Cheryl Chen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:56:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for Educational Materials
Message-ID: <BC2C5A8E.1ADF%intern@coral.org>

Dear Colleagues,

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entries of any educational or outreach materials that you use to promote
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Action Network (ICRAN).
 
Within ICRIN is our Education & Outreach Materials Library
(http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/home.htm), which is an online catalog of
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From b_bezy at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 16 13:16:33 2004
From: b_bezy at hotmail.com (Bernadette bezy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:16:33 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
Message-ID: <Sea1-F130reBBsQwY6Y0000001d@hotmail.com>

Dear Holger,

In addition to the Glynn et al. (1991, 1994, 1996, 2000) papers in Marine 
Biology,  the following thesis could be useful for your work in Panama:

Smith, D, 1991. The reproduction and recruitment of Porites panamensis 
Verrill at Uva Island, Pacific Panama. Masters Thesis. University of Miami. 
Miami, Florida.

Much of the Smith (1991) information is summarized in Glynn et al. 1994; 
however, since the study pertains specifically to your area (Pacific 
Panama), the detail in the thesis might be of use to you.

Suerte,
Bernadette Bezy
b_bezy at hotmail.com
CIMAR, University of Costa Rica

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>From: Joshua Feingold <joshua at nova.edu>
>Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
>	Scleractinians.
>To: "Holger Anlauf" <kadatschu at web.de>,
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>There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter
>Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at
>Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.
>
>Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also
>published in Marine Biology.
>1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J.
>Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral
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>Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.
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>I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and
>methods section therein.
>
>Cheers,
>
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> >I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific
> >Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
> >in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of
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> >Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
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> >
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> >
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>From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
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>Dear Coral-Listers,
>   I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with
>different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I
>have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per
>recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous
>conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other
>sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin,
>10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's
>fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily
>working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to
>have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the
>intended usage.
>       My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for
>hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of
>histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of
>results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would
>appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my
>email address.  Thanks!
>Cheers,
>Shelley
>
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From a_stone at reefkeeper.org  Thu Jan 15 13:50:51 2004
From: a_stone at reefkeeper.org (Alexander Stone)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:50:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query
Message-ID: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>

Hello, All...

I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.

I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
Tanzanian fishers.

I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.

Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
appreciated.

Many thanks,

Alexander Stone
ReefGuardian International
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From abaker at wcs.org  Fri Jan 16 18:03:58 2004
From: abaker at wcs.org (Andrew Baker)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:03:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: identifying zooxanthellae
In-Reply-To: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>
Message-ID: <000001c3dc85$07bfb070$9ce93b80@Coral>

Dear Mohammad 

Fortunately, you are not alone in being confused about the taxonomy of
Symbiodinium, and I suppose for this reason it's probably a good time to
post some clarification to coral-list in case other researchers out there
find this discussion useful. 

There are eleven named species in the genus Symbiodinium (some of which have
been formally described, others have been less formally described but the
names are still used). All of these "species" have been described from
morphological description of cultured isolates. 

The actual diversity of Symbiodinium in nature is much greater than this,
but all of the data revealing this comes from molecular DNA studies. As a
result, most of the different Symbiodinium that have been documented from
DNA work have no name and no formal description. This is partly because few
people have had the chance to culture all the different types that have been
found in molecular surveys, and partly because there is a real problem
determining which types constitute different species and which ones do not
(sexual reproduction has not yet been directly observed in these organisms,
although there is fairly good genetic evidence indicating that it does
occur). 

In an attempt to come up with a reference system for all these different
types of "zooxanthellae" that have no names, it was recognized that these
different types could be divided into different groups (based on their DNA
sequences). Members of each of these groups are more closely related to each
other than they are to algae in other groups. These groups are the "clades"
that get referred to so often. It's a bit like grouping all if the people
who live in a small town according to which family they belong to. 

(A clade is a monophyletic taxon. What this means is that it is a group of
organisms that includes the most recent common ancestor of all of the
members of the group, as well as all of the descendants of that most recent
common ancestor.)

In Symbiodinium, at least seven different clades have been identified so
far. These clades (groups) have been referred to by different letters of the
alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F and G). Some of these clades contain one or more
described (named) species, but others have no described species in them -
they are just unusual groups of algae that no-one has yet wanted (or been
able) to culture and describe formally as yet. Although there are lots of
undescribed and un-named types of Symbiodinium in culture around the world,
there is generally a lack of enthusiasm to describe them and give them names
because of the species problem I mentioned above, and also because it's a
terrific amount of work to do properly. 

So the term "clade" has been used as a convenient handle to refer to
different types of "zooxanthellae". However, as a reminder, each clade of
algae is really a group of closely-related (but nevertheless different)
types. So when referring to a particular clade it should be recognized that
this isn't really a complete identification. It just narrows down the
possibilities. 

I think the extensive use of the word "clade" in the literature has resulted
in many coral biologists who do not work specifically in this area to assume
that this term can be used interchangeably with the term "species". This is
not correct. The fact remains that we have no idea how many species are out
there; we just know that the group is very diverse. This should not
discourage us, however, because (beginning in the 1990s) plenty of
interesting findings were made by just identifying different algae to the
level of clade. Since about the year 2000 finer levels of resolution have
been developed that have been equally useful and now there are now many
recognizably distinct types of Symbiodinium within all of the different
clades. Unfortunately there is no agreement yet on how to refer to them all.
But perhaps we'll figure this out in the near future. 

One final thing: It should be emphasized that just because two different
types of algae belong to the same clade, they may not necessarily be closely
similar to one another physiologically or otherwise. Different algae in the
same clade have in some cases been shown to be quite distinct. So we should
be careful about making generalized statements regarding the properties of
particular clades. 

I hope this helps. For those who are interested, there is a Special Session
(Session 1-9) at the 10th ICRS meeting in Japan on Symbiodinium diversity
and its implications for corals and coral reefs. 

A recent review (December 2003) also discusses Symbiodinium diversity and
the issues raised above in more detail:

Baker AC. 2003. Flexibility and specificity in coral-algal symbiosis:
Diversity, ecology and biogeography of Symbiodinium. Annu. Rev. Ecol. Syst.
34: 661-689

I can send a pdf copy to anyone who is interested.

Sincerely

Andrew Baker

___________________
Andrew C. Baker, Ph.D.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Center for Environmental Research and Conservation
MC5557, Columbia University
1200 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, New York 10027, USA
Voice: +1 (212) 854-8184
Fax: +1 (212) 854-8188

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Fatemi
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:46 PM
To: Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus
Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or
to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this
regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I
could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the
names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge
is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran
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From a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 19 01:29:56 2004
From: a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au (Andrew Chin)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 16:29:56 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Download the State of the Great Barrier Reef report
References: <Pine.SGI.4.44L.01.0307140705560.2260679-100000@umbc7.umbc.edu>
Message-ID: <400B7964.2DF5AAED@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear colleagues,

Apologies for cross postings.

The State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is now available for download in
Adobe PDF format. The Report is essentially GBRMPA's "report card" on the
condition of the Great Barrier Reef, the pressures it faces and the responses
made by managing agencies to deal with these pressures.  While the Report is
best viewed as a "live" web document, complete PDF versions of each chapter of
the report are now available for download from the following URL:

http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/downloads.html

To view the live, web based version (including the previously published 1998
report), please visit:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/

As the State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is under a process of
continuous development and review, new chapters will periodically be published
and existing material updated to include the latest information. If you
require any further information or have any queries, please feel free to
contact me, contact details below.

regards

Andrew
-----------------------------------------------------
***
ANDREW CHIN
Project Manager
Research and Monitoring Coordination
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
PO Box 1379
TOWNSVILLE, QLD 4810
Australia
+61 7 4750 0810 ph.
+61 7 4772 6093 fax.
GMT + 10 hours
a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au
***
Visit the State of the Great Barrier Reef report on-line at:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/
***
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From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 19 13:47:46 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106@noaa.gov>

[NOTE:  This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.  
Please respond to through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp  Tue Jan 20 00:47:44 2004
From: kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp (Hajime Kayanne)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>

Dear Participants of 10ICRS,

Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be 
shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY, 2004.

Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site 
http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
then go to Registration (Form A) 
https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in 
the form with your payment of registration fee.

We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of 
on-site cancellations,
LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is 
a trade-off),
as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix 
budgetary framework.
We are sorry we cannot accept any individual situations, and hope your 
understanding and cooperation.

Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January 
until the symposium on site.
But 31 January is the dead-line date for early registration with discount 
registration fee.

We hope to meet you all in Okinawa and to hold the most productive and 
enjoyable symposium,

All the best,
Hajime Kayanne
Secretary General 10ICRS
-- 
---- Hajime KAYANNE ----
Department of Earth & Planetary Science,
University of Tokyo
Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan
http://www-sys.eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~coral/
Tel: 81-3-5841-4573
Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358

From mucoralin at yahoo.co.in  Tue Jan 20 08:53:23 2004
From: mucoralin at yahoo.co.in (=?iso-8859-1?q?Murali=20M.R.?=)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
Message-ID: <20040120135323.32235.qmail@web8302.mail.in.yahoo.com>

Dear all,
 
Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of sea water???.....
 
Regards,
M.R.Murali

Yahoo! India Mobile: Ringtones, Wallpapers, Picture Messages and more.Download now.

From N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk  Tue Jan 20 07:58:01 2004
From: N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk (Nicholas Polunin)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 12:58:01 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] International Society for Reef Studies: new Web site!
Message-ID: <52E50E4D595DDE4D861117A1FB62E79D010B559C@bond.ncl.ac.uk>

Dear coral-listers

On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/

Please note a number of important features of this site:

(1) ISRS membership application form (student savings on 10ICRS
registration!)

(2) Online contact about ISRS membership queries!!

(3) 10th ICRS Okinawa (2004) Web site (cheaper registration closes 31
January!)

(4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)

(5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
March!)

... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be! 

Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
Marine Science & Technology, Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, England
Society www.uncwil.edu/isrs
10 ICRS www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
Journal www.springerlink.com/
News www.uncwil.edu/isrs/reef_encounter.html

From rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl  Tue Jan 20 08:31:41 2004
From: rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl (Ruben van Hooidonk)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic
 radiation of dinoflagellates
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.2.20040120141851.01c093f8@pop.quicknet.nl>

Dear all,

As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the 
zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of 
dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this 
relation (if there is any).

Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding 
literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic 
radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?

Kind regards,

Ruben van Hooidonk
rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl

From ommm at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jan 20 14:17:09 2004
From: ommm at wanadoo.fr (Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] coral growth
Message-ID: <GCEAKGFIEIMNAHFDDDHDKEOBCBAA.ommm@wanadoo.fr>

Good day all,

I've been looking for the growth rate of caribbean coral species in
different public database without any success. Does someone know they are
available somewhere?

Thanks for your help

Sophie Brugneaux
Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais
7, avenue Condorcet
97200 Fort de France
ommm at wanadoo.fr

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Tue Jan 20 17:47:23 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 17:47:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting,
 Feb 24-25, Washington, D.C.
Message-ID: <400DAFFA.B54E19CC@noaa.gov>

* For Distribution *

Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, February 24 ? 25,
2004, Washington, DC

The next meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (Task Force)
will be held in Washington, DC, on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 24 ? 25, 2004.  The meeting is open to
the public and participation is
encouraged.  Limited space is available for exhibits and displays on
February 24 ? 25, and there will be opportunity for public comment on
February 25.

The Task Force, which consists of senior representatives of twelve U.S.
federal agencies, seven U.S. states/territories, and three Freely
Associated States, meets twice a year to discuss priorities, progress,
and other issues related to
conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems.  The Task Force
meetings also provide a forum for a wide
variety of interested government and non-government stakeholders to
present and discuss issues and contributions
with the Task Force.

The 2-day meeting will be held on February 24 ? 25 at the auditorium of
the U.S. Department of Commerce at 14th
Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  On February 24,
there will be a Workshop on Outreach and Education efforts, and two
science panel discussions.  On February 25, there will be a business
meeting of the full Task Force.

Detailed information such as meeting registration, travel, lodging, and
agenda will be posted at the Task Force website www.coralreef.gov once
it is available.  For additional information please contact Shane Guan
<Shane.Guan at noaa.gov>.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 21 06:48:59 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 06:48:59 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400E672B.6040309@noaa.gov>

[NOTE: This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.

Please respond through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 11:50:06 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 17:50:06 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral captive breeding
Message-ID: <Sea2-F37VwrblZz02H6000146bc@hotmail.com>

   hello,

   I  have  been told of an aquarium tradesman in London who participates
   in coral captive breeding research.

   Do any of you have any information on this?
   Thank you,
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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From bristod at mccfl.edu  Wed Jan 21 12:17:25 2004
From: bristod at mccfl.edu (Bristol, Denise)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 12:17:25 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Basic coral reef ecology textbook
Message-ID: <036AA3246BBF1742A753C4871CE77654D3AFA9@mcc.cc.fl.us>

I am seeking a coral reef ecology/biology text book for a course I am designing at Manatee Community College, Florida. The course will be offered during the summer 2004 and will include a field trip to Honduras.  I would prefer a book that deals primarily with Atlantic reefs.  I have been having a hard time finding a text that is not just a general marine biology text.  Does anyone know of such a book?

Denise Bristol
Department of Natural Sciences
Manatee Community College
8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
941-408-1494
email: bristod at mccfl.edu 

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 12:12:21 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 18:12:21 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] phd studentship search
Message-ID: <Sea2-F14pzTHkzZqgIE0000603d@hotmail.com>

   Hello,

   I  am  looking  for  PhD  studentships  in the following areas and was
   hoping one of you could send me some information!

   Captive breeding of larvae for aquarium fish

   Cell culture regarding marine organisms (ie proteoglycannes, etc)

   Biophotonic functions of marine skeletons

   Thank you!
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 21 19:20:23 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:20:23 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement with CORAL
In-Reply-To: <FFEPLLHPJBOJHJHHGIBFEEDOCCAA.tmeshish@coral.org>
Message-ID: <BC345746.1AF77%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

Job Announcement with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)

PROGRAM MANAGER
The program manager is responsible for developing and
carrying out CORAL?s role in a three-year Sustainable
Tourism project in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System,
coordinated by the International Coral Reef Action Network
(ICRAN), and funded by the United Nations Environment
Program (UNEP) and USAID.  The candidate will work closely
with CORAL?s partners to develop sustainable tourism practices
in coral reef parks and to support the creation of new,
sustainable coral reef parks in the MBRS.  The manager?s
primary responsibilities will be in project management and
curriculum development, training of dive operators and park
staff, technical assistance coordination, and integrating
training and technical assistance into other program elements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Curriculum development, training and technical support:

- Create conservation, outreach and educational materials for
The support of new and existing coral reef parks, marine
protected areas, and sustainable tourism practices in the private
sector.
- Develop training materials for coral reef park managers and
stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to MPA managers,
private sector partners and other stakeholders, in English
and Spanish.
- Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks and regions
where CORAL has provided assistance.
- Help coordinate a communications network for marine park managers
in order to improve the exchange of information, expertise and
resources.

* Project Management and Coordination:
- Program planning.
- Budget development.
- Project evaluation.
- Grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation
Project management.
- Strong Spanish and English written and oral communication
skills.
- Proven training and teaching experience.
- Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time.
- Strong project management skills and proven teamwork ability.
- Familiarity with grant reporting to foundations and government
agencies.
- Experience in working cooperatively with divers, the dive-tourism
industry, park managers and government officials.
- Graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Committment to CORAL?s mission.
- Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience.

Reports to the Program Director.
The position will be based out of CORAL's San Francisco office.
Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY
Please e-mail resume, cover letter and names of three references to
jobs at coral.org.

For more information about the Coral Reef Alliance,
please visit our website http://www.coral.org/.

From jltorres38 at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 07:52:23 2004
From: jltorres38 at hotmail.com (Juan Torres)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:52:23 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] MAA's standards
Message-ID: <BAY1-F137kOhpWL26mt00045e8c@hotmail.com>

Dear all,
I am a Ph.D. student working on the effects of UV radiation on Caribbean 
shallow-water corals. As part of the study I am doing HPLC analysis of the 
different photosynthetic and photoprotective pigments. Eventhough I have a 
very good idea of the different MAA's found in my samples, I do not have any 
standards to corroborate the identity of them. I would like to know if there 
is anyone who has worked before with this type of pigments and have some 
standards that can either facilitate of sell?

Thanks,
Juan L. Torres
Univ. of Puerto Rico
Dept. Marine Sciences
PO Box 3210
Lajas, PR 00667 USA

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From deevon at bellsouth.net  Thu Jan 22 09:56:36 2004
From: deevon at bellsouth.net (DeeVon Quirolo)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 09:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Re: Self cleaning mooring buoy
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20040122095535.01660b48@mail.bellsouth.net>

>>>Craig Quirolo, founder of the environmental group Reef Relief, based out of
>>>Key West, Florida, has discovered a very simple method of keeping
>>>reef-mooring buoys clean. The 'self-cleaning device' will work on virtually
>>>all round buoys designed with a line that passes through the middle of them.
>>>This simple device will save marine sanctuaries around the world millions of
>>>dollars in cleaning expenses annually and only costs pennies per buoy to
>>>install.
>>>
>>>The discovery of the self-cleaning process was a surprise to Craig who had
>>>no intention of inventing such a device. The self-cleaning device is a
>>>combination of simplicity and practicality. "I would like to thank all of
>>>the individuals and foundations who have supported Reef Relief's reef 
>>>mooring
>>>buoy programs over the past twenty years and share the credit with them.
>>>Without their support I would not have been in a position to make this 
>>>discovery,"
>>>announced Quirolo.
>>>
>>>It all started two years ago in Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas, where Reef
>>>Relief maintains 18 reef-mooring buoys. A landowner asked Craig if he
>>>could re-connect a mooring buoy that had broken near his land that he had
>>>installed to protect a pristine sea grass area from anchor damage. It is
>>>rare when this buoy is not in use. The replacement buoy had such a large
>>>hole passing through the center of it that Craig had to create a new system
>>>to attach the buoy to the down line. To make a long story short the buoy
>>>never attracted any algal growth and always looked clean, as if somebody had
>>>polished it. After two years of being spotless Craig became intrigued as to
>>>who or what was cleaning the buoy.
>>>
>>>Cleaning buoys on location spreads algae over the reef and could compromise
>>>the health of corals. This is currently the practice through out the Florida
>>>Keys National Marine Sanctuary where algae is pressure washed from the buoys
>>>while they are still attached.
>>
>>
>>>Craig developed a concern over buoy cleaning while he maintained (for eleven
>>>years) the 117-reef mooring buoys installed by Reef Relief  near Key West,
>>>which are now part of the FKNMS program.  "On calm days, while cleaning 
>>>buoys,
>>>I would watch the algae float down to the bottom and questioned if this 
>>>practice
>>>was compromising the coral,"  explained Quirolo.
>>>
>>>Reef Relief would like the cleaning system to be used through out the world
>>>and is offering the design free to all of those who want to use it. The
>>>design is extremely inexpensive, quick to install and works so well that the
>>>buoys always look polished.
>>>
>>>Contact Craig at cquirolo at bellsouth.net for more information.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 22 12:06:11 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:06:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] A Gathering of Researchers
In-Reply-To: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
References: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <40100303.3090207@noaa.gov>

   Greetings!
   Re:  previous announcement at:
   [1]http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/00046
   0.html
        The  PDF file of the workshop/think tank entitled "The Effects of
   Combined   Sea   Temperature,  Light,  and  Carbon  Dioxide  on  Coral
   Bleaching,  Settlement,  and  Growth,"  held  at  the Caribbean Marine
   Research Center (CMRC) on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, January 20-24,
   2003, is now available at:
       [2]http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   The  layout of the PDF is designed to be printed double-sided so as to
   accommodate  the  hard  copy  print  format.   For  those  of  you who
   requested  hard  copies, they will not be available until some time in
   February;  I'll send them to you at that time.  Also, I will have some
   available at session 2-12 of the 10th ICRS.
        At the link noted above, you can download the entire document, as
   well  as  click  each author's name and title to view the PDF files of
   their  PowerPoint  presentations.  The chapters corresponding to those
   presentations are in the main document.
        The  Conclusions chapter is listed at the bottom of the page (and
   the end of the document) and is a summary of all the presentations.
       Thank you for your interest and patience.
       Cheers,
       Jim
 ----------------------------------------------------
  James C. Hendee, Ph.D.
  Coral Health and Monitoring Program
  Ocean Chemistry Division
  Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  U.S. Department of Commerce
  4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
  Miami, FL  33149-1026

  Voice:  (305) 361-4396
  Fax:    (305) 361-4392
  Email:  [3]jim.hendee at noaa.gov
  Web:    [4]http://www.coral.noaa.gov

References

   1. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/000460.html
   2. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   3. mailto:jim.hendee at noaa.gov
   4. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/

From ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk  Thu Jan 22 14:44:11 2004
From: ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk (E.S.Morris)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:44:11 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Mangrove / Reef Interaction Projects
Message-ID: <4010280B.3030001@bangor.ac.uk>

Dear Coral Listers,

I am an MSc student at the University of Wales, Bangor studying Marine 
Environmental Protection.

I am currently seeking advice and support for a research project related 
with coral reef / mangrove interactions, to start in June 2004.  I have 
a long-standing interest in both areas, with most experience on 
Indo-Pacific reef baseline surveys, although my particular area of 
interest is in mangrove replanting schemes and their effects on reef 
fish and / or invert populations.

If you are working in the field in this area I would be very grateful 
for any advice or help that you could give me for finding a project in 
this or an associated subject.  I am flexible as to my project title and 
would be very happy to gain any opportunity to work with an existing 
team researching in this area.

If you think that you could help, or would like to discuss the subject 
in more detail, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  My C.V. is 
available for any interested parties.

Thank you,
Liz Morris

University of Wales, Bangor
Menai Bridge,
Anglesey,
U.K.

-- 
E.S.Morris         ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk

From gte405r at mail.gatech.edu  Thu Jan 22 14:54:43 2004
From: gte405r at mail.gatech.edu (Sara Brogdon)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:54:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Okinawa meeting
Message-ID: <1074801283.40102a83401e9@webmail.mail.gatech.edu>

I'm a graduate student looking for another female to share a hotel room at the 
Coral Reef meeting in Okinawa. Please contact me if you're interested.

Thank you,
Sara Brogdon
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0230
gte405r at prism.gatech.edu

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the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us."
-Calvin, The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

"I try to make everyone's day a little more surreal."  
-Calvin, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, p152-3 
 

 
 
  

 

From CMorrall at sgu.edu  Thu Jan 22 15:30:24 2004
From: CMorrall at sgu.edu (Clare Morrall)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 16:30:24 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for guidance locating Caribbean sponge species
	in Grenada
Message-ID: <OFC8259A6F.E46FAF6B-ON04256E23.00704FAD-04256E23.007087BF@sgu.edu>

Greetings from Grenada!
I  am Yuji Ise, a Ph. D candidate from the University of Tokyo currently on
a short research trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. I need to collect the
following species of sponges: Spheciospongia  vesparia (the common
Loggerhead sponge), Cliona (Anthosigmella) varians (Variable sponge), and
Cervicornia cuspidifera. I have conducted a number of dives at depths
ranging from 8m to 30m off the west coast of the island (offshore of the
Grand Anse beach). I have not yet encountered any of the species I need.
Has anyone got any idea what type of the habitat, depth and substrate type
I am likely to find these species at? Potential dive/snorkel areas range
from high current rocky substrate sites off the south coast of the island,
to sheltered sandy lagoons.
I would be hugely grateful if anyone has any advice on the likely
whereabouts of these species. I will be in Grenada until January 29th.
Please contact me c/o Dr Clare Morrall at St. George?s University, Grenada
email: cmorrall at sgu.edu, telephone: 473 444 4175 ext. 2360, fax: 473 439
1835

From ta at coastalzone.com  Fri Jan 23 09:07:32 2004
From: ta at coastalzone.com (Thorne Abbott)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:07:32 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Info on Small Island States Committee at the World
	Parks Congress
Message-ID: <3F615C4A0004D677@mta8.wss.scd.yahoo.com>

Dear fellow Coral listers;

I would appreciate any contact information on the Small Island States Committee
that was initiated at the World Parks Congress in Durban, South Africa last
September.  Thank you!
website - http://coastalzone.com
research - http://www.coastalzone.com/research.htm
resume -http://www.coastalzone.com/EnvironmentalPro.htm

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Thu Jan 22 19:57:07 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:57:07 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From browndil at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 23 13:32:43 2004
From: browndil at hotmail.com (paul brown)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 13:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>

Hi all,
I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or are 
these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which is the most 
current?
Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
appreciated.

Paul Brown
PhD candidate
University of Calgary
Department of Biological Sciences
2500 University Drive
Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
T2N 1N4
(403) 210-5484

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From gofish at jhu.edu  Fri Jan 23 15:25:11 2004
From: gofish at jhu.edu (Gary Ostrander)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:25:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>

When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
there were a few sites around the island where the local population
routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
artificial reefs.

Gary K. Ostrander
Johns Hopkins University

>>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:47:22 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:47:22 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Peer Reviewers Needed
Message-ID: <015601c3e1e9$b81aa790$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) is looking for a few good peer reviewers to read and comment on upcoming proposals. Your expert knowledge will help us to select the best projects to sponsor. Reviewers will receive the proposals on March 1, 2004 and would have until March 25, 2004 to complete the review (roughly 1 month).  

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  If you would like to find out more about our program and past projects, please refer to our website (www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri).  

 

We recognize that to do justice to the proposals submitted requires a large amount of time on your part.  If you are able to review 4-5 proposals, I would like to offer you a very small remuneration for your time (US$100) or a book of your choice (not to exceed $100).  It by no means covers the cost of your extremely valuable and overbooked schedule, but it does represent how much we appreciate you sharing some of it with us.

 

If you just cannot review 4-5 proposals, but would like to help us, it would be wonderful if you could even review 1-2.  

 

If you are interested, please contact Risa Minato at risaminato at hawaii.rr.com by February 12th, 2004.  Also indicate in your email which priorities (listed below) you feel best meets your area of expertise.  

 

 

HCRI-RP Research Priorities for FY2004-2005

 

1.  Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

2.  Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

As already discussed, Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, disease, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

2a.  Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects that seek to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and make recommendations for management action.  The Management Committee is also interested in research to assess methods to control or eradicate algal blooms and research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause such blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2b. Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2c. Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2d. Disease:  To date coral disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems,  However, there is a need to assess and monitor the emerging threats of disease to corals and other coral reef organisms in Hawaii.  What diseases currently infect the state's reef ecosystem?  What can resource managers do to avoid or minimize impacts?

 

2e. Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs.  Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical strategies to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).  

 

2f. Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.

 

 

3. Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

4. "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

5. Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

From rlee at roblee.com  Fri Jan 23 17:01:22 2004
From: rlee at roblee.com (Robert E. Lee)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 14:01:22 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Time Lapse Photography
Message-ID: <200401232201.i0NM1ReR001122@custmail0.corp.aus.wayport.net>

I am undertaking a design of a time-lapse photography instrument to study
the inhabitation activities of an artificial reef structure. I would
appreciate any leads on camera equipment, digital image storage, retrieval
via wireless or satellite links, in a shallow (<20 meters) coral reef
environment, with a collection of images at a rate of 4-20 a day over a 3-6
month timeframe between diver visits.

 

Rob Lee

rlee at roblee.com

www.roblee.com

909.748.0825

 

From overholk at science.oregonstate.edu  Fri Jan 23 18:51:03 2004
From: overholk at science.oregonstate.edu (Karen McLeod)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:51:03 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Conch as artificial reef
In-Reply-To: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>
Message-ID: <NHBBJGMAILPFHGGGIAHHCEAPCFAA.overholk@science.oregonstate.edu>

Hi Kirstie -
In my experience based on research conducted in the Bahamas (near Lee
Stocking Island), conch shells made great substrates for the settlement of
small fishes such as damselfish and wrasses.  However, no corals (not even
fire coral!) recruited to these shells over a 3 year period.  I would
suggest using them in combination with other substrates to increase the
diversity of potential recruits (of both fish and inverts), rather than
using only conch shells.  What kind of pilot study are you planning to do?

Good luck!

Karen McLeod
COMPASS, Oregon State University

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Greenforce
Bahamas
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2004 4:57 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for
a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any
advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been
successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation
regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of
reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From keealf at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 09:45:27 2004
From: keealf at hotmail.com (Kee Alfian)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:45:27 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Recruitment studies in Redang Island, MALAYSIA.
References: <20040120170012.CC19F17824@coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <BAY2-DAV46RnGEbMi3600009fb5@hotmail.com>

Hello everybody, my name is Kee Alfian and i am from Malaysia. i am
currently doing research regarding coral recruitment, especially in
Malaysia. I am having some problem with the identification of the juvenile
coral and would like to ask for assistance and advice from anybody. Do
anybody knows what chemical favors the recruitment of juvenile corals? Thank
you very much.

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> Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
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> Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
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>
> POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
> Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
> Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
> Coastal Processes
> Position No. 248
>
> The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape
> Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine
> research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of
> the nation's marine resources.
>
> AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a
> collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative
> Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of
> land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical
> rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.
>
>
> AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the
> discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related
> to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at
> AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will
> take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more
> sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in
> nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water
> quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms
> or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status
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> The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine
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> expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly
> regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and
> interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an
> excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The
> position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in
> experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.
>
> The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed
> term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
> Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3)
> (effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.
>
> How to find out more:- A full application kit which details
> responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be
> accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a
> copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone
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> Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February
2004.
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> Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412
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> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
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> Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
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sea water???.....
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> Regards,
> M.R.Murali
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> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
> From: Ruben van Hooidonk <rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early
> mesozoic radiation of dinoflagellates
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> As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the
> zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of
> dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this
> relation (if there is any).
>
> Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding
> literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic
> radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Ruben van Hooidonk
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Sat Jan 24 10:15:55 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 10:15:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
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Message-ID: <348A79F2-4E80-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Paul,
Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following publication 
with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican 
Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia: 
Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.

However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two 
living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species 
probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second 
morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of 
Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page 
110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the 
intersepta morph.

If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this 
genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
Judy

On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:

> Hi all,
> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or 
> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which 
> is the most current?
> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
> appreciated.
>
> Paul Brown
> PhD candidate
> University of Calgary
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From coralinau at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 16:34:51 2004
From: coralinau at aol.com (coralinau)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 22:34:51 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query + Long Liners in Mozambique
References: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>
Message-ID: <02a901c3e2c1$e86f9c60$9400000a@Client>

Hello Alexander,

I was in Mozambique in September after the World Parks Congress and heard
from local people that dynamite fishing is taking place, from what I heard
especially north of Beira up to the border to Tanzania. I would believe that
WWF Mozambique has some information on that since in their "coral section"
they also deal with turtles and manatees.

There is another thing, and maybe you have an idea how to continue from
here:
I talked to South African people who invested in a campsite in front a
beautiful and still intact coral reef south of Inhambane which is visited by
snorkelers and divers. They told me that they have immense problems with
Chinese tankers which use the method of long-line fishing. They seem to fish
out immense amounts of mantas, reys, dolphins, and more. And obviously they
don't stick to any regulations concerning how close to come to the coast.
When I slept there, as soon as it got dark, you could see the ships lying
near the coast. They always come in at night, and in the morning they are
gone, but often leave their lines for 3 days. The local people try with
their own initiative to cut through the lines, but I guess most of the time
the species are already dead.
>From what I heard it looks like the Mozambique government received
infrastructure equipment from the Chinese government and vis-versa they gave
out concessions. I am not firm on international marine law, but if that is
the case, I would guess this is illegal action and that there must be some
possibility to stop that. I know there is a sea control point at Bazaruto
Archipelago, but they have to cover an area that is simply impossible. This
place south of Inhambane itself is around 300km south of Bazaruto. When you
inform the sea police the Chinese ships are gone for long.

Sincerely,

Gaby Hoebart

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Tropical Ecology Support Programm
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alexander Stone" <a_stone at reefkeeper.org>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>; <marbio at mote.org>;
<fish-sci at segate.sunet.se>; <marinelife at onenw.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 7:50 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query

> Hello, All...
>
> I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
> Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.
>
> I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
> fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
> Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
> Tanzanian fishers.
>
> I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
> control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.
>
> Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
> contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
> locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Alexander Stone
> ReefGuardian International
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:43:33 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:43:33 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] RFP release for HCRI-RP (FY 2004-2005)
Message-ID: <014101c3e1e9$30211590$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

On behalf of the Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program I am pleased to release the Request for Proposals for this upcoming year (FY 2004-2005) (see below).  It will also be posted next week Wednesday (January 28, 2004) on our website (http://www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri/index.htm) , under "Announcements" on the front page.  

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative 

Research Program

(Fiscal Year 2004-2005)

 

 

Request for Proposals

 

 

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) supports scientific research and monitoring to enhance the state's capacity to manage coral reef ecosystems.  The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources/Division of Aquatic Resources (DLNR/DAR) and the University of Hawaii (UH) jointly manage HCRI-RP.   A Management Committee ??consisting of three representatives from DAR, one from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, two from UH, one from the Pacific Science Association/Bishop Museum ??serves as the governing body. 

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  HCRI-RP has also supported teacher training, student internships and fellowships, public education and outreach, and a myriad of hands-on workshops for resource managers.  

 

At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  Each year, Congress appropriates monies for HCRI-RP through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Ocean Program.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee conducts a competitive selection process through an RFP.

 

The Management Committee identified the following priorities for Year 7

?        Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

?        Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands:  Invasive Marine Species; Fishing Pressure; Pollution; Disease; Coastal Development; Nearshore Recreation

?        Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

?        "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

?        Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

RFP Schedule:

?         Optional Letter of Interest due February 6, 2004. 

?         Proposals due February 26th, 2004.   

?         The Management Committee will select projects to fund April-May 2004.  

?         Funded projects will begin when monies are made available, possibly August/September 2004.

 

A.  Research Priorities

 

The following subsections outline the research and monitoring priorities established by HCRI-RP Management Committee for this solicitation.  Each priority listed contributes to the fundamental mission of the program:  support monitoring and research to build capacity in managing Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Should no fundable proposal be submitted for a particular priority, HCRI-RP may commission research and monitoring activities consistent with the program priorities.

 
 

Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects seeking to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and to make recommendations for management action.  The committee is particularly interested in projects, such as risk ranking, which complement priorities identified in Hawaii's Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan (www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dar/pubs/ais_mgmt_plan_draft.pdf).  The Management Committee is interested in research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause invasive algal blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts and to be able to better to determine the severity of impact for various fishing methods.  

 

Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  The committee is particularly interested in reef-oriented projects that complement Hawaii's Local Action Strategy to Address Land-based Pollution Threats to Coral Reefs (www.state.hi.us/doh/eh/cwb/prc/pdf-files/LAS.CR-LBP.Sec1-3.110603.pdf).  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Disease:  To date, disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  The Management Committee is interested in projects that investigate basic, management-oriented questions.  What diseases infect (or, are present in) these ecosystems?  What are the potential pathogens and pathways for disease?  Is there a correlation between reef organisms?  Do diseases originate on land?  What are chemical clues?  What are the pathogens of concern?

 

Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Extensive coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs. Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical recommendations to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).        

 

Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.  Successful proposals would determine measures of capacity (e.g., ecological, amenity, multiuse) for key areas of interest.  What is a useable model, approach, or system that could indicate to managers when there is too much impact for an area?  Is there a practical method to determine the levels of use and the impacts from that use?  What recommendations can be given to resource managers?  

 

 

Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

"Gaming" the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

B.  Deliverables for Funded Research

 

  a.. Quarterly PowerPoint presentations highlighting project's activities
  b.. One (1) progress report using the standard NOAA form  (due Feb. 2005) 
  c.. Final report using the standard NOAA form (due January 2006)
  d.. Project final technical report:  executive summary (e.g., background, resource management questions answered, methodology, conclusions, recommendations to resource management); field guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in field); laboratory guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in laboratory & database variable summary); results (due January 2006)
  e.. Data and metadata will be archived with the Pacific National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC).  Projects will also submit to HCRI-RP an electronic copy of all data submitted to the National Oceanic Data Center and tables and maps summarizing data collected.  (Due January 2006)
  f.. Public education/outreach, workshop, and media activities or materials
  g.. Voucher specimens at Bishop Museum (if applicable)
  h.. Organize and conduct a workshop or seminar in order to deliver information on the results and methodologies developed, and provide technical training for managers, resource trustees, scientists, and/or the general public.
 

 

C.  Proposal Components

(Required - no additional appendices will be accepted.)

 

1.      On every page (in header or footer):  page number; PI name; project title 

2.      Title Page (attached)

3.      HCRI-RP Administrative Form, including all additional documents (attached)

4.      Table of Contents with page numbers

5.      Permits from appropriate agencies to conduct research should it be selected and funded (e.g., Scientific Collecting). 

6.      Approval from institution's Dive Safety Officer (if applicable) (See subsequent section for more specific information.)

7.      Project Description (No longer than 15 pages)

?        Statement of problem and relevance to priority.

?        Goals and objectives

?        Site/habitat/species selection (where applicable)

?        Approach and methodology. 

?        Highlight resource manager capacity building and partnering activities.

?        Describe media, education, and outreach activities (in addition to activities conducted for resource managers).

?        Data management and dissemination of results 

?        Anticipated outcomes and relevance to coral reef resource management in Hawaii

8.      Project Administration 

?        Proposed workplan (8/04 - 12/05) (include components listed under "products and deliverables")

?        Project coordination and management structure

?        A statement detailing current and pending support

?        Specifically list how proposed activities would "impact" the reef ecosystem (e.g., installing 4 permanent pins, transplanting 300 urchins).

?        Facilities, equipment, and other resources

9.      Itemized Budget and Justification, to include 

?        Salaries and Wages (months)

?        Fringe Benefits (UH rate) (approximate rates for UH proposals:  GA = 10%, student assistants = 3%, Research Associates = 30%)

?        Travel

?        Equipment 

?        Supplies and Materials

?        Contracted Services

?        Total Direct Charges

?        Indirect Cost (UH proposals = 20.6%)

?        Proposal Total

10.  Curriculum Vitae for Proposed Team (max. 2 pages per individual)

11.  Consultation with DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) regarding site selection, research question(s), and methodology.

 

 

D.        Requirements for Proposals that Entail Compressed Gas Diving

 

If compressed gas diving (SCUBA, Rebreathers, Surface-supplied, etcetera) is to be conducted to meet project goals, proposals must include evidence that such activities have been approved by - and will be conducted under the oversight of -- a scientific diving program as defined by U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B: Guidelines for Scientific Diving).  The University of Hawaii Diving Safety Program will review such documentation, as outlined below:   

  1.. For University of Hawaii/RCUH researchers:  Inclusion of the form, "Application for Scientific Diving Research Proposal Approval," approved and signed by the University of Hawaii Diving Safety Officer (form downloadable from: www.hawaii.edu/ehso/diving).  
  2.. For researchers from NOAA, AAUS Organizational Member institutions, or other agencies/institutions with which University of Hawaii holds reciprocal diving agreements:  Inclusion of a letter from the institution/agency Diving Safety Officer, stating:  (1) the proposal has been reviewed; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 
  3.. For researchers from other institutions: Inclusion of all of the following:
a.       A letter from the appropriate institutional supervisor (department head, section chief, etcetera), stating: (1) the proposal has been reviewed by the agency/institution's diving control board; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 

b.                     A review copy of the institution/agency Diving Safety Manual, which shows the institution administers compressed gas diving activities under a scientific diving program, as defined by U.S. OSHA.  For comparison, the "Standards for Certification of Scientific Divers and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs" of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences will be used as the minimal acceptable standard.  A copy of the AAUS Standards is available from: www.aaus.org. 

E.   Key Dates in Proposal Process

 

February 6, 2004:     Optional Letters of Intent DUE, preferably electronically (hcri_rp at hawaii.edu).  Please ensure that you have no viruses!  The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.    

 

February 26, 2004:   Proposals DUE, in electronic form and 12 hard copies by 4:00 p.m. HST.  

 

Twelve (12) hard copies should be submitted to:

 

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program

Social Science Research Institute
University of Hawaii at Manoa

2424 Maile Way, Saunders #704

Honolulu, HI  96822

ATTN:  Risa Minato

 

An electronic version should be either burned onto a CD and mailed to the above address or emailed to hcri_rp at hawaii.edu (note underscore between "hcri" and "rp.")

 

The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.  Electronic files should be in MSWord97 (PC version) compatible format.  Please take every precaution to ensure your files are virus-free.  

 

March 2004:              Peer review of proposals. 

 

April-May 2004:       Project selection and notification.  Those who submitted proposals will be notified of the results.  Program staff will negotiate agreements with principal investigators of successful proposals.  

 

September 2004:      Funding will be made available August-September 2004 (pending availability of funds).  

 

 

All projects must be completed by December 31st, 2005.  

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the HCRI-RP office at (808) 956-7479.

F.   Evaluation Components

1.      How well does the proposed project fall within the announced principles & priorities? (45 pts)?

 

2.      How well qualified is/are the investigator(s) to conduct the proposed project (10 pts)?

 

3.      How well conceived and organized is the proposed project and is there sufficient budget and time devoted to the proposed workplan (15 pts)? 

 

4.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated, made available to, and be useful for coral reef ecosystem managers (15 pts)?  

 

5.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated and made available to the scientific community and the public (5 pts)?

 

6.      Is there cost sharing or collaboration with appropriate agencies?  How involved are the agencies? (10 pts)

 

 

*  The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Awards will be made pending availability of funds.

 

 

 

 

Title Page

 

      Title of proposed project:

       

       
     
      Contact person, title and address
     Phone:

       

       
     Agency partners:
     
      Email:

       

       
     
      HCRI-RP Priority 
     Total Project Budget
     Total Requested

       
     Total Matching

       

       
     
      ABSTRACT

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       
     
         

 

 

Administrative Form 

 

      
     Principle Investigator:     ____________________________         Phone:  ______________
             

            University department/division to be credited for this proposal:  _________________________________________________________________

             

            Proposal Title: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

             

                  
           
        
     
     Please circle the ONE area which best describes this proposal:

             

            (01)  Business                              (04) Marine Sciences                                      (07) OTHER

            (02)  Earth Sciences                     (05) Physical Sciences

            (03) Education                            (06) Social / Behavioral Sciences

             

            Does this proposal entail research which has an international focus or will involve international collaboration?         [  ] yes     [  ] no

             

             

            EQUIPMENT SCREENING CERTIFICATION (Needed from UH proposals only):

            For equipment with an estimated cost over $5,000 and less than $10,000 listed in the proposed budget, an inventory of the 

            department shall be screened for available use.  For equipment with an estimated cost of $10,000 or more listed in the proposed 

            budget, university-wide screening is required for available usage.  The following responses were elicited:

             

                         Item of Equipment                                         Department Contacted                                             Response Regarding Availability

             

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
           
        
     
     Does this proposal require and/or involve:

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                [     ]        1.     The use of human subjects?  Date of CHS application ____________ or CHS # ______________

            [     ]                 [     ]        2.   Equipment purchases with an estimated unit cost of $5,000 or more?  

                    [     ]                [     ]        3.     The use of compressed-gas (SCUBA) diving?  If yes, submit documents as requested in the HCRI-RP RFP.

                    [     ]                [     ]        4.     The use of recombinant DNA?  If yes, submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         5.     The importation of microorganisms?  If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         6.     The use of radioactive material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         7.     The use of hazardous material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         8.  The use of subrecipients , including consultant and consortium agreements?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         9.  The use of proprietary/confidential information?  If yes, provide details on a separate sheet.  Clearly identify any such information found in this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         10.  The use of lobbying efforts?  If yes, attach a separate sheet describing lobbying activities and funding source of lobbying activities.

                    

             

             

             
           
        

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program 

Administrative Form  (continued)

 

       
     INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLICATIONS:

                    

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                 [     ]         11.  Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in the development of intellectual property?  If yes, continue with item 12.  If no, skip to item 13.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         12.  Will the intellectual property developed be commercially valuable?  If yes, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.   If no, skip to item 13. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         13.   If you answered no to items 14 or 15, are you willing to RELINQUISH YOUR RIGHTS to any intellectual property developed and have the University of Hawaii accept an award with UNFAVORABLE intellectual property provisions, including but not limited to, relinquishment of ownership, royalties, etc.?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         14.   Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in publication?  If yes, please continue with item 15.  If no, continue with item 15 and be advised that the University of Hawaii may accept an award with UNFAVORABLE publication provisions. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         15.   Will you accept a provision that requires a) submission of publication to sponsor for prior review, b)  delay of publication for sponsor's revision and/or protection of confidential information, and/or c)  sponsor's written approval prior to submission of publication?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to publication provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

             

            RISK MANAGEMENT:          

            If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, submit copy of insurance policies or other documentation that mitigates the risk to the University.  Submissions should include the minimum/ maximum insurance coverage, the name(s) of the insured, and any limitations to the policy.  

             

                    [     ]                 [     ]         16.  Hazardous working conditions, i.e.,  use of firearms, uncertain terrain, explosives, fire and other safety hazards?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         17.  The use of watercraft (research vessels)?

             

             

            COMMITMENT:

                    [     ]                 [     ]         22.  Does your proposal include commitments from UH department(s) other than that of the Social Science Research Institute?  Provide appropriate details and approvals on a separate sheet.  

                    [     ]                 [     ]         23.  Does your proposal include commitments from non-University of Hawaii sources?  Attach letters of commitment.

             

             

                    
           
        
     
     I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the above information is accurate and complete and that this project will be conducted in accordance with Federal, State, and University requirements and policies.

             

            P.I. Signature ___________________________________________ Date____________________

                                                  NO "PER" SIGNATURE ALLOWED

             

             

             

             

             
           
        
     
     DEPARTMENT FISCAL OFFICER:

             

            Reviewed by: ____________________________________________Date ___________________

                                                         Signature - Fiscal Officer

             

            Phone:____________________________________
           
        
 

 

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 24 17:45:41 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 17:45:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Final Call for Abstracts re: Restoring Coral Reefs
	(deadline Feb 2)
Message-ID: <4012F595.73C8F6B3@noaa.gov>

[For distribution]

** Final Call for Abstracts - Restoring Coral Reefs **
2nd National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.

Presentation abstract deadline:  Feb 2, 2004
Poster abstract deadline:  Mar 1, 2004

Presentation and poster abstracts are solicited for the 2nd National
Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration to be held
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.  The Conference will
include one or more sessions on "RESTORING CORAL REEFS", and I encourage
you to consider submitting abstracts on best practices, lessons learned,
latest technologies, new approaches etc.  Presentations welcome on
ecological, legal, social, economic or other aspects.

The Call for Presentations and Posters is attached.  Full information
and contacts available at
http://WWW.ESTUARIES.ORG/2ndnationalconference.php

I appreciate your assistance in disseminating this information and hope
you will consider participating.  Best regards -

Roger Griffis
Coral Reef Conservation Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
U.S. Department of Commerce

From Northwaterstreet at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 18:24:00 2004
From: Northwaterstreet at aol.com (Northwaterstreet at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 18:24:00 EST
Subject: [Coral-List] henry's little cayman juggling school! :)
Message-ID: <16a.28fd77ff.2d445890@aol.com>

hello henry!

my name is tricia thorn and i was one of your students on little cayman with 
the school for field studies (81). i have been in touch with peter atkins who 
was also there with me and we have had fun exchanging great stories from our 
time at henry and fred's diving and juggling school! 

I just wanted to say hi and let you know although you might not remember two 
of your many, many students over the years, we have very fond memories of our 
time there with you. for me it was island culinary school! :)

I have been racking my brain trying ot remember a toast that you made our 
last night there. I believe it begins "When I was a fish and you were a toad...." 
I would love to share it with peter, whose memory is not as good as mine. :)

:)

Tricia 

From reefball at reefball.com  Sat Jan 24 23:31:29 2004
From: reefball at reefball.com (Todd Barber)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 23:31:29 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
References: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>
Message-ID: <001201c3e2fc$1cd06040$6501a8c0@ToddAvLaptop>

We have used conch shells successfully inside of Reef Balls for increased
complexity....however, conch shells in piles can be problematic in areas
where hurricanes are present as they can become "missles" destroying natural
reefs as they move around.  Therefore, we recommend only using them inside
of Reef Balls or other containment systems so they are stable.

-Todd Barber
Reef Ball Foundation
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary Ostrander" <gofish at jhu.edu>
To: <greenforce at batelnet.bs>; <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

> When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
> the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
> reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
> there were a few sites around the island where the local population
> routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
> 15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
> artificial reefs.
>
> Gary K. Ostrander
> Johns Hopkins University
>
> >>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
> Hi,
>
> Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
> reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
> before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
> they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
> recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
> depending on goals of reef use?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
> team.
>
>
>
> Greenforce Bahamas
> Blanket Sound
> Andros Island
> Bahamas
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From teune at fzi.de  Sun Jan 25 15:15:30 2004
From: teune at fzi.de (Herma Teune)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:15:30 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Gert Jan Gast
Message-ID: <000001c3e37f$fc736ac0$3bc5b43e@privat>

Hi,

I'm searching for the email-address of Gert Jan Gast.
Would be nice if someone could email me his actual address.

With best regards,
Herma Teune

From McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com  Sun Jan 25 17:43:38 2004
From: McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com (McCarty and Peters)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:43:38 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <200401251743_MC3-1-6977-A792@compuserve.com>

Dear Paul,

You have probably already heard the answer, but I did not see it on
Coral-List.   I was just checking the Integrated Taxonomic Information
System (ITIS) on the Internet and both Stephanocoenia intersepta and S.
michelini are still valid.  I thought they were synonyms and that
intersepta was preferred.

The most recent use of intersepta, according to ITIS, is reported in:

        Cairns, S.D.  1999.  Species richness of recent Scleractinia. Atoll
Research Bulletin, no. 59: 1-46.

The second edition of Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach's book changed from S.
michelinii to S. intersepts (unfortunately, a typographical error that was
not caught).  The book notes that it was "formerly classified as species
michelinii." 

I recall Nancy Budd published a paper establishing S. intersepta, but I
don't recall the specifics.  I'm hoping that she or Steve Cairns will
respond to your message and set us straight on the Coral-List!

Esther Peters

From zennnnwoman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 25 23:20:54 2004
From: zennnnwoman at hotmail.com (megan berkle)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 04:20:54 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] information on dynamite fishing
Message-ID: <BAY8-F123Cesa31Z9cP00001583@hotmail.com>

   Dear coral-listers:

   I  was  recently  on  the  islands  off of Southern Thailand.  I heard
   stories  about  continuous dynamite fishing and garbage dumping on the
   beautiful  reefs  surrounding these islands.  Does anyone know where I
   can  find  information  on  the  Thai laws regarding dynamite fishing?
   Thanks,

   Megan Berkle

     _________________________________________________________________

   [1]Rethink  your  business  approach for the new year with the helpful
   tips here.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2752??PS=

From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 04:18:39 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 09:18:39 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Last call for abstracts - climate change conference
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE423D0360B@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear All

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 

21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Thanks to all of you who have currently submitted abstracts. As I know
some of us tend to leave things to the last minute I thought I would
send out this last reminder to jog memories - closing date for
submission of abstracts is 31st January. Details on how to submit, plus
registration are on:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

Please email your abstract to the conference email address
(climate at plymouth.ac.uk) by the closing date.

 

Cheers

Martin

 

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 11:40:02 2004
From: b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk (B.L.Cohen)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:40:02 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] not corals, but brachiopods
Message-ID: <l03102823bc3af18ec147@[130.209.132.24]>

Dear Coral-list members,

Enquiring about possible brachiopod collections in the Red Sea, it was
suggested that I post to this group, so here goes.

As a leading brachiopod molecular systematist (perhaps _the_ leading one,
as there are few of us!) I am interested in ethanol-preserved brachiopod
collections from all parts of the world, both coral-associated (e.g.
thecideidines, possibly craniids) and benthic brachs of all sorts, free and
attached.

The Red Sea and Indian Oceans are particularly blank spots on my
specimen-list map, but this is really a wide, general appeal for
brachiopods (in 95% ethanol) whenever and wherever they appear.

If anyone wishes to see papers published in this field just e-mail me and
I'll send some pdf's.

Thanks in advance!

Bernie Cohen

Dr B. L. Cohen
Molecular Genetics
University of Glasgow,
Pontecorvo Building,
56 Dumbarton Rd
Glasgow G11 6NU
Scotland, UK.

Phone: (+44) (0)141 330 5103 (direct line)
                                     330 5101 (secretary)
                                     339 8855 (switchboard)
Fax:                             330 4878
http://www.gla.ac.uk/ibls/molgen/staff/cohen-bl.html

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 26 16:17:21 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
References: <3FFDC537.85696EA2@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <401583E1.82D6E28A@noaa.gov>

>
> PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.
>
> Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118
>
>
>
>                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
>            1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
>            CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD
>
>
>
>
> The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to
> announce the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
> Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
> Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral
> reef conservation.
>
> The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
> impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
> local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
> results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
> accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
> late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This
> award is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
> outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
> professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
> jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
> summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
> initiatives.
>
> This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
> the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
> Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
> receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on
> coral reef management initiatives with an agency member of the
> USCRTF.  In this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and
> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a
> location to be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be
> flown to Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at
> the next USCRTF meeting.
>
>
> Eligibility
> In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
> following minimum requirements:
> ? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on
> coral reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully
> completed the sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy
> or science with emphasis on coral reefs;
> ? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
> ? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
> Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico,
> or Hawaii.
>
>
> Application Selection Timetable
>
> Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST
>
> Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004
>
> Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
> (*pending availability)
>
>
> Application Material
>
> All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit
> the following material:
> ? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
> ? Resume.
> ? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
> ? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
> in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship
> will benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in
> your island.
>
> Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
> received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:
>
> USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
> c/o Shane Guan
> NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
> 1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
> Silver Spring, MD 20910
>
> Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov
>
> Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
> Fax: 301-713-4389
>
>
> Contact
> For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
> above address.
>
>
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> CRTF-Steering at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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>
>

From JandL at rivnet.net  Mon Jan 26 17:11:45 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 17:11:45 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
References: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
Message-ID: <A0A64D7C-504C-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Hi Rich,
Well, more accurate to say that michelinii is the form in which the 
polyps are plocoid (have separate walls).
  The walls of the intersepta form are subcerioid (adjacent polyps are 
almost united) and, in life, have fewer zooxanthellae (or perhaps less 
pigment/algal cell) than the central area of the polyp, which means the 
corals have a "reticulated" appearance which is particularly striking 
when they contract.
Best,
Judy

On Jan 26, 2004, at 4:13 PM, Richard B. Aronson wrote:

> Thanks for sorting this out Judy. I was aware that intersepta is the 
> prior
> synonym, but not that the head form would be michelinii if indeed it 
> is a
> separate species.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Rich
>
> On Sat, 24 Jan 2004, Judith Lang/Lynton Land wrote:
>
>> Paul,
>> Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following 
>> publication
>> with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
>> Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican
>> Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia:
>> Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.
>>
>> However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two
>> living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species
>> probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second
>> morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of
>> Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page
>> 110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the
>> intersepta morph.
>>
>> If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this
>> genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
>> Judy
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S.
>>> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or
>>> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which
>>> is the most current?
>>> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly
>>> appreciated.
>>>
>>> Paul Brown
>>> PhD candidate
>>> University of Calgary
>>> Department of Biological Sciences
>>> 2500 University Drive
>>> Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
>>> T2N 1N4
>>> (403) 210-5484
>>>
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>

From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Tue Jan 27 01:25:54 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 14:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Draft Zoning Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFF01@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi All,
Well I last emailed the coral-list notifying subscribers that a comment period for the Draft Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning Plan had opened. I was really happy to receive a significant number of requests for the associated documentation.
This is just a friendly reminder for those who intend to make a submission or intend on returning the questionairre, they are due by the close of business on the 6th February 2004. The next significant step in this process will be the release of a Draft Management Plan. We will notify coral-list when this period arrives. Thanks once again to all who responded.
Best Regards
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

This email, together with any attachments, is intended for the addressee only. It may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, please notify the sender, delete the email and attachments from your system and destroy any copies you may have taken of the email and its attachments. Duplication or further distribution by hardcopy, by electronic means or verbally is not permitted  without permission.

From jaapk at science.uva.nl  Tue Jan 27 05:51:59 2004
From: jaapk at science.uva.nl (Jaap Kaandorp)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 11:51:59 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] 2 PhD Student Positions in Simulation of developmental
	regulatory networks in sponges and corals
Message-ID: <20040127115159.A7175@cimex.science.uva.nl>

Two Ph.D. students Scientific Computing (position 1) / Numerical Mathematics & Scientific 
Computing (position 2)

Project: ``Simulation of developmental regulatory networks in sponges and sceleractinian
corals''

The project is financed by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific 
Research, NWO, research program Computational Life Sciences  and consists 
of 2 Ph.D. positions, one (position 1) at the Section Computational Science 
of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/) 
and one (position 2) at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) 
in Amsterdam (http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet).

In this project we will develop a model for simulating regulatory networks
that is capable of quantitatively reproducing spatial and temporal
expression patterns in developmental processes.  The model will be coupled
with a biomechanical model of cell aggregates and used to study the
formation of spatial and temporal expression patterns of gene products
during development in cellular systems.  A major issue are correct
estimations of the parameter settings in the network model. Therefore the
model will be used in combination with optimization algorithms (simulated
annealing) to explore large parameter spaces of regulatory networks and to
infer parameters from actual spatial and temporal gene expression
patterns. As a case study we are planning to use the body plan formation
in relatively simple multi-cellular organisms (sponges and sceleractinian
corals).  Here we will closely collaborate with Prof W.E.G. Mueller
(Institut fuer Physiologische Chemie Johannes Gutenberg-Universitaet
Mainz, Germany) and Prof D.J. Miller (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
James Cook University, Australia).  The PhD student Scientific Computing 
within the Section Computational Science will in particular work on 
optimization methods and modelling cellular aggregates, while the PhD student 
at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science will focus on the numerical 
methods for modelling the regulatory networks.

Details position 1 at the Section Computational Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam
_____________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.
Candidates should have a master's degree (or equivalent) in scientific
computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology  or a
comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to have an active interest in
life science applications.  For information on appointment (salary, vacation pay, etc.) 
please read the full description on www.uva.nl/vacatures or www.english.uva.nl, choose 
'Vacancies'.  Applications quoting job reference number and marked ``strictly confidential'' 
(in the upper left hand corner of the envelope) should include a letter of motivation, a 
curriculum vitae, if available copies of research papers, MSc thesis and the names of three 
persons from who references may be obtained.  Students who are about to finish their 
M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to apply.  The UvA offers an international working 
environment, flexible working conditions and is willing to help with housing for foreigners.  
Applications should be sent to the Universiteit van Amsterdam, Faculty of Science / Personnel 
Department, to the attention of Mrs. A. A. Craj?, personnel advisor, Kruislaan 404, 1098 SM 
Amsterdam, The Netherlands.  Applications by E-mail will also be accepted: 
anny at science.uva.nl.  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on March 15, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.

More information can be found at http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/ or contact
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp, E-mail jaapk at science.uva.nl, telephone +31 20 525 7539.

Details position 2 at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) in Amsterdam
________________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.  Applications are invited from candidates 
with with a good knowledge of the numerical analysis of ODEs/PDEs and an MSc in mathematics, 
scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology, 
computational fluid dynamics, or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to 
have an active interest in life science applications.  The salary with related employment 
conditions is according to regulations for OIOs (Onderzoekers in Opleiding) in the 
"CAO-onderzoekinstellingen" (collective employment agreement Dutch research institutes). 
Moreover CWI offers attractive working conditions, including flexibility, child care, and 
help with housing for foreigners.  Applications should be sent to Joke Blom, CWI/MAS, 
P.O. Box 94079, 1090 GB Amsterdam, the Netherlands.  E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, with mentioning 
of "PhD Vacancy MAS1 - RegNet".  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on February 1, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.  Your application should provide a concise 
description of your mathematical education, your CV, examination marks and if possible a copy 
of your M.Sc thesis. Students who are about to finish their M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to 
apply.

More information can be found at http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet or contact Joke Blom, 
E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, telephone +31 20 592 4263

-- 
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp
Section Computational Science
Faculty of Science
University of Amsterdam
Kruislaan 403
1098 SJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463
email: jaapk at science.uva.nl
fax: +31 20 5257490
URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/

See for the 1st International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics
March 22 - 23, 2004 in Amsterdam
http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/AMGC2004/

From mjnewman at ucsd.edu  Tue Jan 27 19:43:15 2004
From: mjnewman at ucsd.edu (Marah Newman)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 16:43:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Percent cover to biomass
Message-ID: <BC3C45A3.20FD%mjnewman@ucsd.edu>

Dear All,

I am trying to determine if there has been any work conducted in the past
that provides conversions from estimates of percent cover to living biomass
of coral tissue.  I am conducting surveys of corals (most likely using
point-intercept method) but in addition to coral cover estimates, I also
need biomass. I can do some estimates of surface area to account for the 3-d
structure of the reef, but I still need to figure out a way to get some sort
of g/m^2 estimate.  Does anyone know if work on this has ever been conducted
and where I can find it?

Thanks so much,

Marah Newman
___________________________________

Marah Newman
Graduate Student Office, Box 0208
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
CA 92093, USA

From corals at prtc.net  Tue Jan 27 19:41:23 2004
From: corals at prtc.net (CORALations)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:41:23 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral transplant, farming and restoration
Message-ID: <001101c3e537$75601920$09323242@m2t4v4>

Dear Coral-Listers:

CORALations is in the process of creating a bi-lingual field manual describing non-technical coral fragment 
planting and fragment stabilization and grow out methods for use by non-scientists in the Caribbean.  
The techniques will be limited to the three Caribbean Acroporids and Porites porites. 
The premise is that the broken fragment would otherwise suffer greater mortality without the intervention. 
The scope is further focused by limiting the reasons for intervention to impacts resulting from fin, 
small craft groundings, anchor and storm damage. 

If we have not already contacted you, and you have a non-technical method you wish to be featured,
please respond to corals at prtc.net.

We would also like to provide a list of contact information to include a one paragraph description for 
technical reef restoration methodologies. In this way, non-technical public would be able 
to access professionals to discuss restoration for more dramatic impact.  

If you have a technical restoration method you would like featured in the manual, 
and we have not already contacted you...please take a moment now to send the following: 
 
-Method name
-Your name, and/or company name and contact Information
-A one paragraph description of the method including types of impact it addresses or other restoration goals.(100 words more or less) 
 
Any questions please call. If you want to participate but cannot respond this week...please notify us so we can leave space open.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Sincerely, 

                       Conservar Cuidar Educar  
                  
                        Mary Ann Lucking
                        Director  CORALations
                        P.O. Box 750
                        Culebra, PR 00775  
                        corals at prtc.net
                        www.coralations.org  tel: 
                              fax:  787-742-0068
                              787-742-0053  
                       
                 
            
     
            
     

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 11:47:48 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] CNMI Coral reef AAG position available
In-Reply-To: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
References: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <4017E7B4.6020102@noaa.gov>

> Hello.  Below please find a position announcement for a coral reef
> Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern
> Mariana Islands.  Forward as appropriate.
> 
> Please direct all inquiries to the contact provided at the end of the 
> announcement.
> 
> JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
> U.S. Commonwealth of  the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
> Office of the Attorney General
> 
> Title: : ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, CORAL REEF INITIATIVE ATTORNEY
> 
> The CNMI Attorney General?s Office is seeking applicants for the Coral 
> Reef Initiative, to work on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
> This is a new position within the Attorney General?s Office and the 
> responsibilities described herein, will grow and evolve over time.  The 
> Attorney?s focus will be on coordinating and assisting local agencies in 
> their efforts of coral reef protection.  This will include among other 
> things defining jurisdictional responsibilities and limitations of the 
> agencies involved in coral reef protection, civil and criminal 
> enforcement of existing laws to protect the coral reef, drafting new 
> legislation and regulations concerning coral reef protection issues and 
> the administrative process as relating to coral reef matters.
> 
> Qualifications:    Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA 
> accredited law school, an active member in good standing of the bar of 
> any state or territory of the United States and eligible to be admitted 
> to the CNMI bar (or a member of the CNMI bar) upon commencement of 
> employment.  Applicants should have some experience in environmental law 
> and familiarity with coral reef or other marine systems.  Applicants 
> should exhibit the ability to accurately and precisely articulate issues 
> to non-lawyers in a concise and intelligible manner.  Applicants should 
> possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with 
> lawyers and non-lawyers in a professional manner in a demanding 
> environment.  Ideal applicants will have experience in natural resource 
> management, integrated costal zone management, maritime law and 
> fisheries management law.
> 
> Salary: Depending on the years of practice and experience.
> 
> Interested applicants must send resume and cover letter to:
> 
> Ms. Pamela Brown, Attorney General
> Office of the Governor, Hon. Juan A. Sablan Memorial Bldg.
> Caller Box 10007, Capitol Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
> Telephone: (670) 664-2341 Facsimile: (670) 664-2349
>  e-mail: pbrown at saipan.com.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:50:14 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:50:14 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Marine Science Programs for Educators and their
	students
Message-ID: <Sea1-F167sV77KibLM40002a33d@hotmail.com>

****Attn: grades 7-12 Teachers and College Marine Science Educators***

Please Forward!!

The Institute for Ecological Field Studies Ltd offers international programs 
that promote the study of endangered environments through first hand 
observation and field-based instruction.  For the past 15 years, junior high 
and high school teachers, along with college professors have participated in 
our programs located in the Bahamas and in Costa Rica.  Students and 
teachers are eligible for transferable college credit through the University 
of Wisconsin.

We are inviting you to sign on for an amazing experience! There is still 
space for both The Bahamas and Costa Rica for the summer of 2004, but hurry 
because space is limited. TEACHERS RECRUITING 7 PAYING STUDENTS FOR THE 
BAHAMAS OR COSTA RICA ATTEND OUR PROGRAM FREE OF COST, INCLUDING AIR. Please 
visit our website at www.seafish.com or contact the Educational Director 
Tara Short at 715-252-1238, by email shorttara at hotmail.com

Eleutheran Adventurers: Bahamas
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Eleutheran Adventurers is a week long marine eco-adventure program. 
Participants will learn about the marine communities and tropical ecology of 
the Bahamas, along with its history and culture. Activities include 
snorkeling on primary reef systems, kayaking, drift-snorkeling, island 
exploration, caving, beach surveying and more. The evening classroom 
discussions include lessons on fishes, invertebrates, corals, Bahamian 
history and conservation.

_________________________________________________________________
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From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:59:31 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:59:31 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement: Marine Ecology Environmental Educator
Message-ID: <Sea1-F80yD2MDGL6ZoQ0003d7f5@hotmail.com>

Environmental Educator/Snorkeling Instructor
The Instiute for Ecological Field Studies
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
www.seafish.com

Job Description:
Provide quality guest service and leadership to visiting teachers and 
students. Instruct snorkeling checkout and gear donning. Maintain and clean 
snorkel gear. Lead up to three snorkeling trips daily. Assist teaching 
evening classes about marine ecology, biology, or environmental issues. 
Interpret island geology to teachers and students while exploring limestone 
caves and cliffs.

Qualifications:
Age 21 preferred. Those under 21 may be considered based on maturity and 
character. Must have experience traveling to and living in remote areas. 
Certified in SCUBA, life guarding, or extensive snorkeling experience, or 
any other relevant water certifications. CPR, First Aid, First Responder, or 
Wilderness First Aid. Must be able to work a non typical work week in an 
outdoor environment. Strong interest in environmental issues, marine 
biology/ecology, or adventure education. Be able to present in both a 
classroom and in an outdoor setting. Good leadership qualities. Be available 
to attend training one week prior to first group's arrival.

Personality:
Positive can do attitude!!! Mature and professional in appearance and 
behavior. Our Leaders have to be able to think on their feet, take 
responsibility for their mistakes, and be able to take constructive 
criticism. Self motivated. Creative. Flexible, able to make decisions, and 
work in a changing environment.

Dates: Late May to late August 2004

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Room and board and 
transportation is provided.

Please send resumes to Tara Short at shorttara at hotmail.com by March 29. 
Position open until filled.

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From ocianaca at yahoo.ca  Wed Jan 28 13:27:29 2004
From: ocianaca at yahoo.ca (Candace Rose-Taylor)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:27:29 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Message-ID: <20040128182729.90202.qmail@web60301.mail.yahoo.com>

Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre

www.huntsmanmarine.ca

New 2004 ? Education Program Assistant

 

Job Description

- assist with the teaching and development of all Public Education programs

- provide creative ideas for updating and developing HMSC website

- assist with fund raising and writing of grant proposals

- assist with the development of an advertising plan

 

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

- university degree in science - preferably biology or geography

- enjoy working with students of all ages (10 ? 80 years young)

- good knowledge of NW Atlantic marine life

- keen interest in the environment

- team player, yet be able to work independently

- adaptable, energetic, creative, punctual and task oriented

- enjoy the outdoors, not matter what the weather

- be able to work odd hours, evenings and weekends

- excellent communication skills ? verbal and written

- proficient with computers

- live locally (The position requires the person to live near St. Andrews.)

 

Salary - $12 - $15/hr (plus benefits) depending on experience.

Deadline for Application ? 6th March 2004

Interview Dates: Successful candidates will be offered interviews between 9-

20th March 2004

Start Date ? 5th April 2004

To apply send

1. covering letter outlining your interest and experience (one page)

2. detailed CV (three pages)

3. contact details (telephone & email address) of three people who can

supply references.

 

Send Applications to.

Mail: Director of Education, The Huntsman Marine Science Centre,

1 Lower Campus Road, St. Andrews, NB E5B 2L7

Fax: 506-529-1212 c/o Director of Education

Email: tdean at huntsmanmarine.ca

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From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 13:34:41 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:34:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Inappropriate message posted to coral-list...
Message-ID: <401800C1.4050605@noaa.gov>

Dear coral-listers:

Over the weekend, an email with some inappropriate content was posted to
the coral-list and sent to all subscribers.  We would like to apologize
for the message reaching you; the person who sent it has since been
unsubscribed from coral-list, and the offending message removed from the
web archives.

We do not condone this type of inappropriate behaviour on the coral-list.

Thank you,
Louis Florit
coral-list System Administrator

-- 
Louis Florit, Research Associate
University of Miami/CIMAS
NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory
4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33149
Phone:  (305) 361-4445

From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 14:45:23 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 14:45:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>

Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Posting
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

From JandL at rivnet.net  Wed Jan 28 15:39:47 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
References: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
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From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 28 16:33:41 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:33:41 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Bonaire Job Announcement
Message-ID: <BC3D6AB5.1B574%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

The National Parks Foundation Bonaire (STINAPA Bonaire) operates the
national parks; the Washington Slagbaai National Park and the Bonaire
National Marine Park, within the Island Territory of Bonaire. At this moment
the organization has 16 employees.

The Foundation is now looking for a dynamic candidate for the challenging
position of:

MARINE PARK MANAGER M/F

As the park manager you represent the Bonaire National Marine Park and
execute the policies stipulated by the Board. You are in charge of the
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This implies among others: coordinating, supervising and actively
participating in daily operations; initiating and guiding research and
monitoring activities and providing information in the broadest sense of the
word. As the marine park manager you are responsible for the enforcement of
the Marine Ordinance; and you participate in and promote projects with the
local community. 

The profile:
You have received at least an academic education, specialized in nature or
environmental sciences. Required are: experienced in a similar or comparable
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preparation/monitoring experience, experienced in SCUBA diving and boat
handling proficiency. Furthermore you must possess excellent social and
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What we offer:
Your salary depends on education and experience. At STINAPA Bonaire
excellent benefits and terms of employment are standard.

Your reaction:
Does the above description apply to you? Send your letter by February 27
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director at stinapa.org or write to The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O. Box 368,
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For more information you can call 599 717 8444

From Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us  Thu Jan 29 12:52:46 2004
From: Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us (Kosmynin, Vladimir)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 12:52:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <B4F970F70C84FD4A8630EDF4F25B08F816A3BA@tlhexsmb3.floridadep.net>

Dear Listers,

I think this is the time to talk about nomenclature of at least Atlantic reef
scleractinians, since it is not related to Stephanocoenia only.  I think Dr.
Vassil Zlatarski made very valuable point about inter-colonial variability
and transitional forms between two obvious forms - S. michelinii and
S.intersepta.  From my field and museum experience I can confirm that along
with distinctive forms there are numerous transitions.  The very same thing I
can tell about Montastraea  annularis forms.  For some strong believers of
three species in Montastraea annularis "complex" I could show transitions
both inter-colonially and intra-colonially during field work in Florida Keys
and Cuba.  The very same problem we have with Mycetophyllia species, where
along with distinctive forms of M. aliciae and M. ferox we have all
transitional forms too.  I wish Deborah Danaher will speak for that, she
invested considerable effort to figure out the borders between these two
species of Mycetophyllia.

At the same time there are at least three different forms in Montastraea
cavernosa, which I cannot recall somebody discussed. But fortunately, nobody
calls them species.

Coral taxonomy is not in favor now and is not really supported by funds; but
we have to realize that this is not just a problem of what to call this
particular coral "species" or "form".  It is more than just what to call it
when we are talking to public and bureaucracy about number of lost and
endangered species. It is a problem for management circles too.  For example,
I have received anger question why we are going to do monitoring "just on
Montastraea annularis, not also on M. faveolata and M. franksii". Well, just
because there are no such a thing as "species complex" in the International
Code of Zoological Nomenclature, and M. faveolata and M. franksii are not
appropriately established separate species.  I think we have to follow
correct existing names according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature.  Neither publication of "species" in popular books, photo
albums and reports, nor personal opinions of well-known scientists cannot be
used as a reference.  Unfortunately, in our list we see often these "species"
in use,  and it is something that confuses those who are not a taxonomist,
but working on corals.  To resolve questions about species we need further
work with each particular species, but until it is not resolved like it was
done by Australian scientists with genera Platygyra in the Pacific, species
must stay like they are according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature and correctly done revisions.

Thank you.

Vladimir N. Kosmynin, Ph.D.
Environmental Consultant
Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
e-mail: vladimir.kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us
Tel: (850)487-4471 Ext. 121
SunCom: 277-4471 Ext. 121
Fax: (850)921-6459

Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanologia, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

------------------------------

Message: 7
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land <JandL at rivnet.net>
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Cc: Vassil Zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930 at rivnet.net>
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Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanologia, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

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From Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu  Thu Jan 29 14:45:39 2004
From: Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu (Beatriz)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 14:45:39 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
Message-ID: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>

Dear Co-listers,

Although some of you know me, I am a new member of the coral list.

I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and its effects on coral
reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very grateful.

Thank you very much in advance,

Betty

M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
Instituto de Oceanolog?a
Ave 1ra No. 18406
Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
Cuba

Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu

From Gang.Liu at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 29 16:11:56 2004
From: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov (Gang Liu)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 16:11:56 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] 
	Coral Bleaching Alert for Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Message-ID: <4019771C.25840E2@noaa.gov>

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Coral Bleaching Alert

Anomalously high sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are quickly developing
over the past few weeks over most of the Coral Sea and portions of the
Great Barrier Reef.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspote.1.27.2004.gif
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climohot.html

SSTs from two of our selected satellite monitoring sites, Davies Reef
and Heron Island, have been edging above the summertime maximum monthly
mean SST since early this month.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/CB_indices/coral_bleaching_indices.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_daviesreef_cur.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_heron_cur.html

Coral bleaching DHWs have already been accumulating through out the
Coral Sea and part of the GBR.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.27.2004.gif

Some minor bleaching has been observed at various locations in the GBR
region. The tides in the GBR are yet to relax completely and the weather
forecasts are calling for continued slack winds in the region.  Although
it is cloudy near the coast, high solar radiation persists over the
area.  These environmental conditions are favorable for the development
of intensive thermal stress, foretelling of the potential for severe
coral bleaching events in the GBR within the next few weeks.

For more information please visit Coral Reef Watch's Website:
http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Any feedback you can provide is useful: both bleaching and non-bleaching
observations are welcome. Please send the feedback to Alan Strong
(Alan.E.Strong at noaa.gov) and/or Gang Liu (Gang.Liu at noaa.gov). Users are
also encouraged to use the NOAA/ReefBase collaborative online bleaching
report form to send input to our bleaching database. The form is
available at http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp

Jan 28, 2004
NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program

--
=========================================
 Gang Liu, Ph.D.
 Senior Research Scientist/Oceanographer
 (STG, Inc.)
 NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program
 NOAA/NESDIS/ORA E/RA31
 SSMC1, #5307
 1335 East-West Highway
 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3226

 Tel: 301-713-9386 ext 131
 Fax: 301-713-3136
 Email: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov
=========================================

From p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au  Thu Jan 29 18:58:53 2004
From: p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au (Paul Marshall)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 09:58:53 +1000 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] GBR Bleaching Conditions Update - 29 Jan 2004 
Message-ID: <1052.144.134.89.113.1075420733.squirrel@www.gbrmpa.gov.au>

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Climate Change Program is
dedicated to observing, understanding and reporting coral bleaching events
and other climate change impacts on the Great Barrier Reef. The Climate
Change Program provides regular reports on conditions on the Reef throughout
summer and publishes early warnings of increases in levels of stress or
widespread bleaching of corals. This is the fourth Current Conditions Report
for the summer of 2003/04.

Updated 29 January 2004

On the basis of current conditions and climate predictions for the summer of
2004, the threat of widespread coral bleaching for the Great Barrier Reef
(GBR) region is currently rated as HIGH. Although weather and sea
temperatures have decreased toward seasonal averages at most locations over
recent weeks, conditions are showing signs of warming again and reports of
minor or patchy bleaching have now been received from several locations.

Sea temperatures remain above average at most monitoring sites on the Great
Barrier Reef. Satellite monitoring of sea temperatures by the U.S. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates an alarming increase
in sea surface temperatures in the Coral Sea, reaching levels 1-2 degrees C
above what would be expected for this time of year. Sea surface temperatures
over the Great Barrier Reef region have also increased over the last week,
with anomalies of 0.5 to 1 degree C over much of the GBR region.
Recent conditions on the GBR region over recent weeks suggest that the
recent respite to the warming trend may be short lived. Temperatures remain
close to levels known to cause stress to corals and associated reef
organisms. Critical thresholds that are known to trigger widespread coral
bleaching have not yet been exceeded, however significant coral bleaching
can be expected if the warming trend is resumed over coming months.
Reports received through our BleachWatch program indicate that minor
bleaching of susceptible corals is occurring at locations off Port Douglas,
Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Orpheus Island and Heron Island. At some
locations, notably off Port Douglas and Cairns, the severity of bleaching
has increased over the last week. The bleaching reports received to date
indicate mostly light or patchy bleaching, although there is an indication
that stress levels are increasing at some sites. These reports do not
necessarily indicate the onset of a mass bleaching event. However more
severe bleaching could develop if sea temperatures continue to rise.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority will continue to closely
monitor the situation with the support of BleachWatch participants and in
conjunction with AIMS and NOAA.

The GBRMPA welcomes any reports of coral bleaching. If you regularly visit a
reef site, or if you have seen bleaching on the reef, we would be grateful
for your input to our BleachWatch Program.

For the full current conditions report, for information on how to join
BleachWatch, and for background information on climate change, coral
bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef, visit the GBRMPA web site:
www.gbrmpa.gov.au.

-- 
Paul Marshall, PhD
Manager
Climate Change Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
Townsville, Australia
phone +61 7 4750 0771
fax +61 7 4772 6093
email p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Fri Jan 30 13:24:18 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:24:18 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO
	CONSERVE CORAL REEFS
Message-ID: <401AA152.9020603@noaa.gov>

NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO CONSERVE CORAL REEFS

Each year, subject to the availability of funds, NOAA publishes its
Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Funding Guidance, as authorized by
the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, to solicit proposals for coral
reef conservation activities.

Fiscal year 2004 grant pre-applications are due March 12, 2004.  See: 
http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/grants.html for the 2004 Coral Reef 
Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004 Funding Guidance.

In 2002 and 2003, the first two years of the grants program, NOAA
awarded approximately $5.5 million per year in matching grants under six
funding categories.  In 2004, NOAA is making available up to $5.59
million in matching grants, again under six funding categories.

The 2004 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004
Funding Guidance includes instructions on how to apply for funding under
the following categories, each outlined with specific applicant and
activity eligibility criteria.

    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Management;
    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Monitoring;
    # Coral Reef Ecosystem Research**(see note at end);
    # Projects to Improve or Amend Coral Reef Fishery Management Plans;
    # General Coral Reef Conservation; and
    # International Coral Reef Conservation.

For information specific to each of the above categories, please contact
the appropriate person listed in the 2004 Funding Guidance.  For overall
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program questions, please contact
Jonathan Kelsey (jonathan.kelsey at noaa.gov; 301-563-7230).

Cheers,
Jonathan Kelsey

**Funding under the Coral Reef Ecosystem Research category is on a 
different time frame.  Information on that program is available at 
http://www.nurp.noaa.gov/noaacoral.html.

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 22:08:52 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:08:52 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr Rosenberg's mail id
Message-ID: <20040131030852.11917.qmail@web14919.mail.yahoo.com>

Dear listers....

Sorry for the trouble...but this is my last place
to get the e-mail id of Dr Eugene Rosenberg.....
I tried to mail him at the address given at his
webpage....but all my mail have bounced saying
that there is error, the id does'nt exixt...or it
can't reach.....

the mail id was......
eugene at tau.ac.il

Can anyone give me the right id?????

Thanks in advance

Shashank

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From jware at erols.com  Fri Jan 30 10:18:50 2004
From: jware at erols.com (John Ware)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 10:18:50 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Is Robert Carpenter out there.
Message-ID: <401A75DA.9EA46E41@erols.com>

Dear Robert and List,

I am looking for Robert Carpenter's mailing address so that ISRS can
send him some money for the exemplary (I assume) services he has
performed for the Society.

John Ware
Treasurer, ISRS

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From vanesef at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 14:48:47 2004
From: vanesef at yahoo.com (Vanese Flood)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 11:48:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
In-Reply-To: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>
Message-ID: <20040130194847.4896.qmail@web60509.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Beatriz,
For a good review on sedimentation's effects on reefs
see:
Rogers, C.S. 1990. Response of coral reefs and reef
organisms to sedimentation. Marine Ecology Progress
Series. 62:185-202.
There are later papers also, but this is a good place
to start.
Good luck,

Vanese Flood

Department of Geology
University of Georgia

--- Beatriz <Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu> wrote:
> Dear Co-listers,
> 
> Although some of you know me, I am a new member of
> the coral list.
> 
> I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and
> its effects on coral
> reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very
> grateful.
> 
> Thank you very much in advance,
> 
> Betty
> 
> M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
> Instituto de Oceanolog?a
> Ave 1ra No. 18406
> Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
> Cuba
> 
> Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu
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From i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 20:55:17 2004
From: i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au (Ida Fellegara)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 11:55:17 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] coral-crab symbiosis
In-Reply-To: <200312291833_MC3-1-6312-1B56@compuserve.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20040102115038.025ced30@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

Hi All
I have recently noticed a couple of small, loose massive coral colonies 
that have a crab living in  a hole underneath. I have searched as coral 
symbiosis and looked at crab literature but haven't found anything

Is anybody aware of any reference about it?
thanks
Ida

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Ida Fellegara (BSc, MSc)
Ph D candidate
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Qld
ph 07 3365 7020
fax 07 3365 4755

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From S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 21:15:13 2004
From: S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au (Selina Ward)
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2004 12:15:13 +1000 
Subject: [Coral-List] Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Message-ID: <8A715E60894B5D43A3858A909C5D1895405F43@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

This year The University of Queensland, Australia is offering the Great
Barrier Reef Study Program for international and domestic students from 14
June - 13 August 2004.

The Great Barrier Reef Study Program provides students with an opportunity
for the ultimate marine education experience through a unique program
comprised of six short course options undertaken in Queensland's spectacular
marine environments, at world class research stations and on board a tall
ship. 

Three courses are taught at Heron Island Research Station on a coral cay,
two at Moreton Bay Research Station on North Stradbroke Island and one
course on board a tall ship in the Great Barrier Reef. The courses are short
intensive courses during which students will be immersed in the marine
environment. They will have daily lectures, field practical and laboratory
sessions so that they become familiar with a range of marine organisms and
processes and acquire first hand research skills through conducting short
group research projects.

The following courses are offered for 2004:
Coastal Zone Management
Marine Microscopy and Microanalysis
Biology and Oceanography of the Great Barrier Reef
Marine Neurobiology
Tropical Marine Invertebrates
Coral Reef Ecosystems

Please visit the website for detailed information and enrolment details.
www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

Dr Selina Ward
Academic Coordinator
Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
St Lucia 4072 Qld
Australia
ph 61 7 3346 9576
mob 61 410 478467
fax 61 7 33654755
email s.ward at marine.uq.edu.au
http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

From judith_mendes at hotmail.com  Fri Jan  2 09:23:44 2004
From: judith_mendes at hotmail.com (Judith Mendes)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 14:23:44 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
Message-ID: <Law15-F31ll7fnp3eEH0000b414@hotmail.com>

Dear Mark,

One difficulty with the meta-analysis you are planning is the wide variety 
of methods used to collect coral abundance data. With respect to their 
effect on the calculation of diversity the methods can be divided into two 
groups:

1. Those that estimate abundance from the projected planar area, the two 
dimensions x and z (e.g. methods with images taken from a camera/video 
camera mounted above the coral).

2. Those that estimate abundance from surface relief, the two dimensions x 
and y (e.g.
Methods in which a line or chain is draped over the coral). This means that 
the resulting abundance estimates are affected by the morphology of the 
coral species. Species with high relief e.g. Acropora will appear more 
abundant when a method that measures abundance in the xy plane is used when 
compared with their abundance estimated in the xz plane.

While this difference in the way abundance is estimated different methods 
may sound trivial, it can lead to very different estimates of diversity for 
the same location, particularly if the diversity index chosen emphasises the 
relative abundance of species in its calculation. The best book explaining 
the variety of diversity indices and the aspect of community composition 
that they emphasise (species richness or evenness/dominance) is still 
?Ecological Diversity and its Measurement? by Anne Magurran (1988). It even 
contains a nice Caribbean coral reef example from Barbados showing diversity 
increasing with depth and distance from Bridgetown, the capital, on the west 
coast of the island. This example is taken from Tomascik, T. and Sander, F 
(1987) Effects of eutrophication on reef building corals II? Mar. Biol., 
94:53-75.  I see Anne Magurran is bringing out a new book this month 
entitled ?Measuring Biological Diversity?; perhaps this will be even better 
than the original.

Some methods, such as the CARICOMP method, include an index of surface 
relief /rugosity which can be useful in addressing this issue.

I have data from 1 site on the south coast of Jamaica which you are welcome 
to have. Good luck with your meta-analysis.

Judith Mendes

>From: "Mark Vermeij" <Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov>
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
>Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 14:35:31 -0500
>
>Dear all,
>For a comparitive study I would be interested in diversity indices on coral 
>communities throughout the Caribbean bassin. I was thinking of Shannon 
>Weaver indices as they correct for "abundance", but surprisingly little can 
>be found regarding this measure related to Caribbean corals. E.g. a search 
>with google results in information on line-dancing (amongst other 
>interesting topics), but no relevant information in relation to corals was 
>found. If you have such data, or know a place were to find this, I would 
>greatly appreciate your suggestions. Basically what I'm looking for is a 
>detailed quantification of coral abundance (either through number or 
>cover), that includes the majority of corals known to be present at that 
>location. Based on this information the calculation of the SW-index for 
>this location should be simple.
>
>Thanks for your help and with best regards,
>Mark
>
>--
>Dr. Mark Vermeij
>
>Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (RSMAS/UM)
>
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>75 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149 USA
>Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4499 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Mon Jan  5 01:51:10 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 14:51:10 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Management Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFED7@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi coral-listers,
The Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP) is currently undergoing review.
NMP protects Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing coral reefs in the world.
It occurs in the remote North-west of Australia and is one of the few major coral reef systems occuring on the west coast of any continent. This reef is of potential World Heritage Listing and remains relatively pristine. 
The NMP proposed zoning plan has recently been released for public comment.
If you have any interest in this area or have visited it in the past now is a good opportunity to have your say.
Email me to register your interest and I will forward you the relevant documentation.
Look forward to any replies,
Best Regards,
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Mon Jan  5 09:53:10 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 08:53:10 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes [Florida
	Department 
	of Environmental Protection in the middle of the first year of an
	intense
	monitoring program to document the status of the reef] (Stuart News,
	1/4 /04)
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B19@MIAMIMX>

See excerpt below... Full article with photos can be found through the link
provided.

Happy New Year,

Bill

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St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes

   By Suzanne Wentley
      staff writer

   Stuart News
   http://www.tcpalm.com

   January 4, 2004

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

STUART -- State reef expert Walter Jaap remembered well the first time he
dove the coral reef off St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve in the late 1970s.

"I was shocked. It used to be conventional wisdom that when you were north
of Miami there wasn't much in the way of coral reefs," said Jaap, an
associate research scientist with the Florida Marine Research
Institute. "But you can find interesting coral formations up to this area."

Some Treasure Coast anglers and divers might be familiar with the area,
often referred to as Peck's Lake reef or kingfish hole.

But scientists are just starting to uncover the uniqueness of the 6-square-
mile reef, considered the northernmost of tropical coral reefs.

Biologists with the state Department of Environmental Protection are in the
middle of the first year of an intense monitoring program, designed to
document the status of the reef.

Its health can then be analyzed before and after $1.2 billion in local
Everglades restoration work is completed, to determine the impact on
natural ecosystems.

The goal -- as was the goal when local activists first persuaded Jaap and
others to focus on the reef just south of the inlet -- is to preserve its
biodiversity and beauty.

"There's just an abundant amount of wildlife there," said Mark Perry,
executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society. "Once you see it,
you just say, 'Wow.' It's something we need to preserve."

Under the sea

More than 150 species of fish and more than 200 species of invertebrates
live among the 17 different coral species found in the St. Lucie Inlet
State Preserve.

During an annual fish count at the reef -- sponsored by the DEP and
administered by the national Reef Environment Education Foundation --
volunteers saw everything from yellowtail parrotfish to loggerhead sea
turtles to a spotted eagle ray.

Soft and hard corals are found in the reef, which features the Sabellariid
worm reef -- seen also at Bathtub Reef beach park -- closer to the inlet.

As the reef stretches toward Hobe Sound, there are a variety of corals
planted on a coquina limestone known as Anastasia rock that formed 125,000
years ago after an ice age changed the sea level, Perry said.

Individual colonies of Oculina ivory bush coral, brain corals, great star
corals and sea fans -- all quite small compared to similar reefs in the
Caribbean -- cover about 1 percent of the bottom, which is only about 8 to
20 feet below the surface.

In the Keys, corals cover about 12 percent of the bottom, said Jeff Beal,
director of the DEP's Aquatic and Buffer Preserve field office, who is
coordinating monitoring efforts.

The growth, he said, is likely limited by water temperature and the wave
action that causes some of the corals to grow flat, like a pancake.

"You're at the northern limit for many of these corals," he said. "We were
surprised to discover there is a great diversity of corals down there."

Although the heads of corals are small, the reef is "very healthy here,"
Beal added.

Monitoring the reef

But the health, abundance and diversity is just starting to be documented,
despite years of great fishing that bring dozens of boats to the reef this
time of year, hoping for a Spanish mackerel that swims in a deep hole in
the middle of the reef.

"We're doing the first assessment of that reef," Beal said. "It's amazing
how many things you can see there."

After Jaap's initial dive on the site, he and another scientist wrote a
report encouraging protection of the reef. But it took until January 1988
for the state to buy the submerged lands and create a management plan for
the preserve.

"They do an annual survey of it, and they also have a bunch of volunteer
divers that go and clean it up, to make sure it's in good condition," said
John Griner, preserve manager. "We don't have a large staff to monitor it."

Instead, Beal and a former state scientist, Cindy Lott, met with Jaap to
collect baseline data for the reef.

Using digital video cameras, the scientists shot underwater videos along
pre-determined lines. They counted and identified the species, then logged
the information to compare each year.

Already, the scientists have three lines permanently installed, with plans
to install at least a dozen.

"We want to pick areas with high coral abundance," Beal said. "We want to
see how much does the St. Lucie (Canal) water, how much does that affect
the reef."

That information could be used to gauge the effectiveness of local
Everglades restoration efforts, he added.

Preservation plans

There is more to saving the reef than monitoring.

In the next few years, state preserve officials plan to install anchor
buoys so boats visiting the area won't damage the reef with anchors.

Until then, Perry recommends that boaters be wary of the reef when dropping
anchor.

"It's simple. You can see the reef from the surface because it's shallow,"
he said. "You want to look for a nice, sandy area. It helps a lot."

Long-term plans for the preserve also include creating a visible boundary
around the reef. Spearfishing is not allowed in the preserve.

Perry also suggested anglers be careful not to break their line on the
rock, because excess fishing line and dropped nets cause hazards for
underwater dwellers.

"The best thing is to use a round sinker, and use it right off the bottom
not to get tangled in the rocks," he said.

As state scientists continue their monitoring, they hope to create a list --
 with pictures -- of all the species that can be found underwater, helping
divers and snorkelers to better appreciate the area's natural wonders.

"It's very easy to break corals, to undo years of growth," Beal
said. "There's a whole community around them. It's a really neat place."

...

- suzanne.wentley at scripps.com

Reef dwellers

Some of the species found at St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve:

 - Cocoa damselfish (www.reefnews.com/reefnews/news/v05n05/cocoad.html)
The damselfish, commonly found in the Caribbean, eats algae growing on
tropical corals and uses the area for breeding.

 - Long-spined black sea urchin
(coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/diadema.html)
This species of sea urchin experienced a major die-off in the Caribbean in
the 1980s, but have a healthy population here.

 - Great star coral
(www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/southflorida/coral/profiles.html#great)
Impressive colonies of this tropical coral are large enough to be very old
and stable.

 - Mutton snapper (indianriver.fl.us/fishing/fish/snapmutt.html)
Because spearfishing is illegal within the preserve boundary, snapper and
other game fish are able to grow and feed among the reef.

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

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From taz9911 at hotmail.com  Mon Jan  5 21:40:43 2004
From: taz9911 at hotmail.com (Wendy Chen)
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2004 02:40:43 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
Message-ID: <Sea2-F51v5PispynCjW0001dc67@hotmail.com>

   Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with
   pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my
   controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The
   glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4
   days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I
   get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months,
   I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same,
   but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else
   has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis
   settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a
   Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help
   would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Wendy Chen
   aka Woon Jaye Chen
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From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 10:38:55 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107103823.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Greetings,
   I  would  appreciate  it  if you would make your students aware of our
   Tropical  Marine  Biology  summer  course  that  will  be  held at Lee
   Stocking  Island, Bahamas during July 19 - August 2, 2004. We can take
   a total of 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served
   basis.  Students  will  receive  4  semester  hours  of college credit
   (undergraduate or graduate) as long as the course is approved by their
   home  institution.  More  information about the course can be found at
   the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/T
   MB_Home_Page.html
   Thanks for your help!
   Cheers,
   Danny Gleason

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   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
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References

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   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From tlsnell at buffalo.edu  Wed Jan  7 13:33:04 2004
From: tlsnell at buffalo.edu (tlsnell at buffalo.edu)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 13:33:04 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
Message-ID: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites 
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this 
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic 
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate 
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.  

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking 
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to 
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific 
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate 
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were 
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to 
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of 
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure 
coral-specificity. 

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260

From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 15:17:53 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 15:17:53 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107151731.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology

   Funding is available at Georgia Southern University (GSU) starting May
   1, 2004 to support a Master's student for the summer to participate in
   studies  of  the  benthic  invertebrate  fauna of Gray's Reef National
   Marine  Sanctuary. The successful applicant will be expected to assist
   with  two  projects related to this group of organisms: 1) development
   of  a web-based field guide and 2) assessment of recruitment processes
   to  the  benthos. Abstracts for both of these projects can be obtained
   at the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   The  successful  applicant  will  also  be  expected to enter the M.S.
   program   in   Biology  at  GSU  in  fall  2004  and  will  develop  a
   hypothesis-driven   research   project   based  on  organisms  in  the
   Sanctuary.  Scuba  diving  certification is required and an ability to
   work   in   rough  sea  conditions  is  highly  preferred.  Successful
   applicants  will  receive  funding for the summer ($3,000) and will be
   supported  during  fall  and  spring semesters on either a teaching or
   research assistantship (type of support dependent on availability).

   Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore
   live-bottom   reefs  off  the  coast  of  Georgia  and  is  a  popular
   recreational  fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5
   nautical  miles  off  Sapelo  Island,  Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth
   range,  and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains
   a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house
   invertebrates,  such  as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea
   stars,  crabs,  lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also
   attracts  numerous  species  of  fishes,  including  black  sea  bass,
   snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

   Interested students should submit a resume, undergraduate transcripts,
   a statement of interest and career goals, and two letters of reference
   to  Danny Gleason, Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University,
   P.O.  Box  8042,  Statesboro,  GA  30460-8042.  The  recipient will be
   selected  from the pool of applicants who have submitted all materials
   by February 20, 2004. More information about the Department of Biology
   at  GSU  can  be  found  at [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/ and
   information   on   applying   to  graduate  school  can  be  found  at
   [3]http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/

   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [4]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/
   3. http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/
   4. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From fpl at circop.com  Wed Jan  7 16:21:26 2004
From: fpl at circop.com (Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 22:21:26 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] In'l Coral Reefs Conf of Paris (CIRCoP 2) : looking
	for Talks & Movies
Message-ID: <00a701c3d564$3f08e7e0$0500a8c0@27.32.5.free.fr>

Dear listers, 

After a great first edition end of Jan 2003, the International Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris (CIRCoP) will open their doors once again on March the 19th & 20th 2005.

This general public event has been created to allow scientists to share knowledge and passion about Coral Reefs with Divers, Reef Aquarists, Sea Lovers and General Public. 

This second edition will occur in one of the most famous venue in Paris : the "City of Sciences". This place, with 2 big theatres, 8 sessions rooms, and 2000 m2 of exposition area, should allow us to welcome about 4000 people during a Week-End. Organized around 16 main talks & 16 movies, CIRCoP 2 should also provide 16 aquaria specific talks for hobbists, 16 aquaria talks for professionals, and 16 talks for divers. Tour operators, Aquaria equipment makers, photos and videos should also create a lot of animation, and much more...

We are now starting to work on the program, and we are looking for talks and movies dealing with topic of interest for our visitors.
If you would like to be part of the lecturer team, please suggest one or more potential talk, with 5 lines of description. Please also explain from where you would come from (country and town/airport)
If you have professional quality movie(s) about coral reefs that you would like to show, please tell us. 

Talks and movies should talk about thing like : 
a.. Coral Reefs : Status, Protection, Restoration, Reef Life,...
a.. Aquaria : Techniques, Captive propagation, Animal Care & Description 
a.. Travels and Diving : Where to go, what to see, how to learn about Reefs, how to protect them 

For more information, please refer to : 
- the official web site : www.circop.com
- Lecturers Information :  http://www.circop.com/CIRCoP2005/US/LecturerConditions.html

Many thanks in advance for your replies, 

Best Regards & Wishes for this new Year
Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert
www.reefkeepers.net
www.circop.com

From phmontoya at hotmail.com  Wed Jan  7 21:39:43 2004
From: phmontoya at hotmail.com (Phanor Montoya Maya)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 21:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Looking for information on coral reproduction
Message-ID: <000301c3d590$abe90d50$ca985dc8@phanor>

Dear coral list suscribers,
 
Can anyone help me find information about coral reproduction?
 
I want to answer the following questions:
 
Which Caribbean corals are brooding species and which ones are broadcast
species?
How long does it take for the planula to settle? For brooding and
broadcast species?
 
Thank you in advance for the help you can give me.
 
 
Phanor Montoya Maya
Director Ejecutivo
Fundaci?n Bucea Colombia
www.buceacolombia.org
correo at buceacolombia.org
Telefono: 300 6122392
Fax: 3232668
 

From alcolado at ama.cu  Thu Jan  8 09:55:24 2004
From: alcolado at ama.cu (Pedro Alcolado)
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 2004 09:55:24 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Need Nike Bianchi's e-mail address
Message-ID: <004301c3d5f7$7e18d1a0$b65da8c0@ama.cu>

Dear coralisters,
First of all, have all of you a happy new year plenty of scientific success.
I would appreciate to receive from some of you Nike Bianchi's e-mail address. Thank you very much.
Pedro

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Thu Jan  8 13:17:54 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Meandrinas
Message-ID: <Sea2-F34yEXUIEAOeIi000382fd@hotmail.com>

   Hi  Everybody,  I  am  working  with  the genus Meandrina. I have been
   collecting  morphometric,population-level  and  reproductive  data for
   over  a  year  now.  I  borrowed  the  holotype specimen (the only one
   available)  of  Goreaugyra  memorialis fron the Smithsonian Museum and
   done  some  morphometrics.  Zlatarsky  used  the  descriptin  of  this
   specimen  and  synonymized   it  with  Meandrina memorialis. There are
   morphological  differences  between  what we are calling M. memorialis
   here  in  Puerto  Rico  and  other Caribbean sites and the holotype of
   G.memorialis.However,  no  statistical  inferences  could be made with
   justone  specimen.  I  was wondering if anybody has seen, photographed
   and  or  collected another specimen (s) of Goreaugyra anywhere else is
   the  wider  Caribbean  or  even  outside  this  area  (Brasil??). I am
   including a photo of Goreaugyra memorialis

   Thanks

   Jorge Pinz?n
     _________________________________________________________________

   Add photos to your e-mail with [1]MSN 8. Get 2 months FREE*.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2746??PS=

From Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:08:09 2004
From: Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov (Lindsey C Williams)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:08:09 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available
Message-ID: <3FFDAA99.6E4652A3@noaa.gov>

Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available

Proceedings from the June 18 - 20, 2003 Coral Reefs, Climate and Coral
Bleaching workshop are now available on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
website (www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm).

At its 8th meeting in October 2002, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
(USCRTF) passed two resolutions highlighting the impacts of climate and
coral bleaching on coral reefs.  The first resolution on ?Coral Reefs
and Climate Change? called for an interagency, public/private
partnership to advance understanding and management of this issue.  A
second resolution identified climate change and coral bleaching as one
of six priority threats to U.S. reefs and encouraged development of
three-year local action strategies by State/Territory and Federal
partners to address the problem.

In response to these resolutions, the Department of Commerce (NOAA),
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Department of the Interior
(DOI) organized a stakeholder workshop to explore collaborative
approaches to better understand and address threats to coral reefs
associated with climate, with special emphasis on coral bleaching.

Participants included over 100 scientists and managers from U.S.
federal, State and Territorial government, NGOs, academia, and
international agencies currently active in understanding and managing
coral reefs in a changing climate. The three-day workshop addressed the
latest science on climate change and coral bleaching, reviewed current
efforts to develop management strategies in the context of coral
bleaching, and discussed ways to better integrate science and management
information to address the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Visit www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm to view the
Proceedings. Please contact Felipe Arzayus with any questions
(Felipe.Arzayus at noaa.gov).

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:16:42 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
Message-ID: <3FFDAC9A.A397CA55@noaa.gov>

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.

Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118

                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
             1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
             CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to announce
the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral reef
conservation.

The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This award
is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
initiatives.

This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on coral
reef management initiatives with an agency member of the USCRTF.  In
this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a location to
be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be flown to
Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at the next
USCRTF meeting.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements:
? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on coral
reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully completed the
sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy or science with
emphasis on coral reefs;
? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, or
Hawaii.

Application Selection Timetable

Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST

Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004

Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
(*pending availability)

Application Material

All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit the
following material:
? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
? Resume.
? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship will
benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in your
island.

Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:

USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
c/o Shane Guan
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov

Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
Fax: 301-713-4389

Contact
For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
above address.

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From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Fri Jan  9 06:21:20 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:21:20 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Climate Conference - abstract reminder
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE4230299C2B5@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear all

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Happy New Year to you all. This is a reminder to those of you who have
not yet sent in abstracts for the conference that the deadline for
submission is the end of January 2004 (see full details below).
Registration details, with forms and example abstract can be found at:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts as soon as possible. Here is
a reminder of the timetable for the conference - note the deadline for
abstracts:

 

Call for abstracts: September 2003

 

Deadline for abstracts: 31st Jan 2004

 

Programme details online: 31st March 2004

 

Early registration deadline: 31st May 2004

 

Freshwater Biological Association Annual Meeting: 19th-20th July 2004

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems conference: 21st-23rd July 2004

 

Due to our aim in providing an integrated conference where all
participants can hear all talks, and the potential high interest in this
conference, there is likely to be some competition for oral presentation
slots. Contributors are therefore encouraged to:

 

1.	target their presentations (and thus abstracts) to be as
accessible as possible to the wide range of participants at the
conference
2.	present a broad picture or synthesis of ideas within a
particular field fitting to the overarching theme of the conference (for
local studies, it would therefore be beneficial for presenters to put
their work firmly in a global context).
3.	keep abstracts within the word limit and to use the format given
4.	to have the abstracts in before the deadline 

 

The organising committee will review all abstracts the week after the
deadline and select presentations for each of the themed sessions of the
conference to complement the plenary speakers. Oral presentations will
be chosen to give as full range of topics as possible over the
conference. All participants submitting abstracts for an oral
presentation that are not accepted for a talk will be offered to present
as a poster instead.

 

For all communication on the conference, please use the following
conference email:

 

climate at plymouth.ac.uk <mailto:climate at plymouth.ac.uk> 

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts & registration forms and
seeing many of you here in Plymouth in July.

 

Yours,

 

Martin

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Fri Jan  9 11:00:05 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:00:05 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B5F@MIAMIMX>

FYI - Sorry for any cross-postings.

-----Original Message-----
From: John F. Valentine [mailto:jvalentine at disl.org] 
To: Precht, Bill
Subject: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]

Dear Friends,

As you develop your travel plans for the coming year, we hope that you
will consider participating in the upcoming Benthic Ecology Meeting
which will be held March 25-28 in Mobile, Alabama.  To help you with
your planning, we are announcing the posting of the 2004 Benthic Ecology
Meeting website which can now be found on the internet at
http://bem.disl.org.  On this site, you will find descriptions of the
registration and abstract submittal processes, t-shirts and, of course,
a lively social gathering.  In addition, you will find links to the
meeting hotel, travel web sites and the meeting organizers.  When you
have a moment take a look.  We encourage you to book your rooms and send
in your registrations as soon as possible, in order that we can better
plan our annual event.  In the mean time, we stand by to answer any
questions you have about the upcoming meeting.

John F. Valentine - jvalentine at disl.org

-- 
john f. valentine
101 bienville blvd.
dauphin island sea lab &
university of south alabama
dauphin island, al. 35628
office #: 251-861-7546
fax #: 251-861-7540
email: jvalentine at disl.org
disl website: www.disl.org

From raronson at disl.org  Fri Jan  9 12:04:08 2004
From: raronson at disl.org (Rich Aronson)
Date: Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:04:08 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
Message-ID: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>

The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
 
For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004

-- 
_____________________________
Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
Senior Marine Scientist
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA

voice: 251-861-7567
fax:   251-861-7540
_____________________________

From Billy.Causey at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 10 12:08:35 2004
From: Billy.Causey at noaa.gov (Billy Causey)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 12:08:35 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement from The Natura Conservancy
Message-ID: <40003192.8EB28FBB@noaa.gov>

The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Last Great Places

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Marine Habitat Leader
SUPERVISOR: Director, Global Priorities Group
LOCATION:  open
DATE POSTED: December 18, 2003

The Marine Habitat Leader is a new, estimated 12-month position
developed to lead The Nature Conservancy in setting outcome-based
conservation goals, including priority conservation strategies and
places, for all of the world?s marine biomes ? called Major Habitat
Types.  Marine goals will be informed by global scientific assessments
of habitat status, threat and conservation progress, and calibrated
against advancements to be made through TNC and partner efforts.  The
objective of this position is to conduct an expansive and inclusive
process that builds both institutional support and partner engagement
for the conservation of the world?s marine ecoregions.  Responsibilities
include: 1) leading a science-driven assessment of each Marine Major
Habitat Type that culminates in an authoritative ?state of the habitat?
report;  2) conducting a conservation gap analysis to identify priority
areas and priority strategies; 3) articulating initial habitat goals for
TNC; 4) facilitating the establishment of longer-range goals for
relevant TNC programs; 5) contributing to a framework to help inform
Conservancy FY06 planning; and 6) making structural or process-related
recommendations relevant to implementation of these goals.

The Marine Habitat Leader will work with four other habitat leaders to
lead TNC in setting comprehensive conservation goals for all Major
Habitat Types.  In addition, the Marine Leader will ensure integration
and collaboration with the Marine Initiative in both the design and
execution of this process.  Within that broader framework, the Marine
Leader will provide overall leadership on behalf of TNC for Marines
Major Habitat Type goal setting.  It is conceivable that TNC might
co-lead each process with individuals from other institutions.
Specific duties require building and managing a small core ad hoc team
of partners, key TNC staff, senior managers, trustees/Board of
Governors, and Global Priority Group (GPG) staff.   The Marine Leader is
expected to work with other habitat leaders to identify crosscutting
issues and ensure consistent methods.  The Leader will work closely with
the GPG on data management and analysis, mapping, and the overall
process.  The Leader ensures the goal-setting process for marine
habitats remains within budget.  The Director of Global Priorities
supervises the Marine Habitat Leader.

DUTIES:

1. Advance habitat goal-setting for marine within a broader
organizational effort that will set coherent goals and define priorities
for all Major Habitat Types organized under five different habitat
groups (grasslands, deserts, freshwater, marine, and forests).
Collaborate with other Habitat Leaders to ensure learning across groups
and to balance efforts and priorities across and between groups.
2. Work with other institutions to conduct global habitat assessments,
insuring the use of existing information to document and analyze the
status, distribution, threats, geographic priorities, dominant
strategies, level of conservation investments and established
international goals, and gaps relevant to Marine Major Habitat Types.
3. Solicit input from the field to produce a preliminary draft outline
of TNC specific goals, outcomes, priorities and approach to gaps for
conservation of Marine Major Habitat Types.
4. Facilitate a habitat conference with field practitioners from TNC,
trustees, key partners, and potential donors to peer-review a draft
?state of the habitat report?, to refine initial recommendations for TNC
goals and priorities, to galvanize goal setting for programs across TNC,
and to build networks of collaboration across practitioners.
5. Finalize a global context and conservation vision for all Marine
Major Habitat Types (in the form of the state of the habitat report),
including TNC?s goals and contributions to the vision with relevant
measures, clear organizational priorities for discretionary resources,
and collective commitments overall organization.
6. Recommend ongoing operational or structural implications of pursuing
conservation goals for Marine Major Habitat Types.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Credible conservation experience within Marine ecoregions and
familiarity with Marine biogeography. At least 10 years experience in
the conservation field and applying ecological concepts to conservation
decision-making or biodiversity management, particularly as it relates
to Marine habitats.
2. Highly skilled at effective communication with diverse people and
institutions. Experience translating information and ideas between
disciplines or stakeholder groups and excellent speaking and writing
skills required.  Past success in marketing concepts and approaches to
various audiences in building positive and lasting relationships with
people and organizations.
3. Track record of delivering results in a complex process.   Proven
understanding of how organizations work and of how to design program
structures and functions to accomplish specific goals. Ability to
operate effectively in a non-confrontational style in diverse
institutional settings.  Comfort with ambiguity and institutional
change.
4. Excellent management skills.  Knows how to set priorities well,
manage an ad hoc with no direct management authority, and manage
finances.  Able to set and fulfill meaningful goals and objectives, to
develop realistic schedules, to anticipate and solve programmatic or
people-related problems, and to objectively measure performance against
goals and institute changes when merited.
5. Works well independently but is also a good team player.  Able to
accomplish individual and programmatic goals while making a significant
contribution to the broader goals of the organization.
6. Strong commitment to conservation.
7. Willingness to travel frequently, often on short notice.

PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE,  AND A LIST OF 3
OR MORE REFERENCES BY JANUARY 30, 2004 TO jobs at tnc.org  (please include
job title in subject line).

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Visit us at www.nature.org/careers

--

----
Billy D. Causey
Superintendent
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
P.O. Box 500368
Marathon, FL  33050

phone: (305) 743-2437 x26
fax: (305) 743-2357

http://floridakeys.noaa.gov

From dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in  Fri Jan  9 22:19:29 2004
From: dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in (DUGONG)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 08:49:29 +0530
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <000001c3d728$b4978b40$516c41db@aaa>

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU CHARLIE VERON.
All members of INDIAN SOCIETY FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES Congratulates Charlie
Veron for winning the Darwin Melal for his excellent contributions to the
coral reef research in the world.

Dr K. VENKATARAMAN
General Secretary
Indian Society for Coral Reef Studies
C/o Marine Biological Station
Zoological Survey of India
130, Santhome High Road
Chennai 600 028 India
----- Original Message -----
From: Rich Aronson <raronson at disl.org>
To: Coral List <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal

> The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
> Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
> International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
> member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
> her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
> Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
> the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
> Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
> ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
> elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
> at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
> Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
> Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
> scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
>
> For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
> see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
>
> --
> _____________________________
> Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
> Senior Marine Scientist
> Dauphin Island Sea Lab
> 101 Bienville Boulevard
> Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA
>
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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 12:00:42 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 11:00:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV249CieJTjLP000235e0@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on
performance)

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
Headquarters)

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring
protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
organization with the following goals:

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the
private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and
economically sustainable solutions.

 Scope and Functions:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
duties may include:

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions.
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
their reefs.

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
the environment is preferred.

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
conserve coral reef ecosystems.

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 09:52:51 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 10:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] G. memorialis
Message-ID: <Sea2-F35gx3lKy8VBDU000048a2@hotmail.com>

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 12:57:19 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 11:57:19 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Addendum to Reef Check Belize position
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV58jSpeU8g5P0001a576@hotmail.com>

Hello to all, a few clarifications concerning the open position at Reef
Check Belize:

  1.. I failed to mention that the successful applicant will be a Belizean,
as we are trying to build up local capacity for our program.

  2.. Additionally, the proposed salary may have been a bit misleading as it
is based on the Belizean local scale.

Sorry for any inconvenience, but I wanted to clarify those points and save
some confusion later.

Thanks,

Robyn Woodman

----- Original Message -----
From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
To: "Coral List" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:00 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available

>
>
>
> Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
> Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
> Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based
on
> performance)
>
>
>
> Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
> Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
> Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
> Background
>
> Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based
monitoring
> protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
> Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
> 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
> time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
> organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
> and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and
the
> private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
> reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound
and
> economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
> Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
> Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
> implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
> duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training
sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
> Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check
Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
> government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
> their reefs.
>
>
>
>
> Qualifications
> 1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
> the environment is preferred.
>
> 2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
> 3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
> 4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
> 5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
> conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
> 6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
> Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
> Applications
> Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
> (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
> Green Reef
>
> Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
> 100 Coconut Drive
>
> San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
> Belize, Central America
>
> Office: ++501.226.2833
>
> Home: ++501.226.3174
>
> E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Sun Jan 11 23:51:31 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:51:31 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
References: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>
Message-ID: <00c101c3d8c7$c0f8acc0$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Where can one find out about coral genetic work and its application, or
potential use, as a marine protected area management tool?

Is there someone I can 'talk' to about this? Or perhaps some literature
somewhere. Unfortunately working in the Philppines imposes some limitations
on how much good literature I can get a hold of!

Thanking you all in adavnce!

Jeff Archer

Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations
Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf
West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales 2222
Philippines

Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223
Direct: +63 47 252 8982
Fax: +63 47 252 9000
Mobile: +63 920 900 9770
Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph
Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph
Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tlsnell at buffalo.edu>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 2:33 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure
coral-specificity.

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260
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From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Mon Jan 12 02:06:08 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:08 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
References: <Sea2-F8wVRL5eHVVHZR0001fa63@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <01ec01c3d8da$8ecf8260$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Try to minimise light, especially red spectrum stuff. Maybe keep it in the dark. Diatoms will still settle and the biofilm will still develop, hopefully in the absence of green algae.

Good luck

Jeff
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Wendy Chen 
  To: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 2:29 PM
  Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates

  Thanks for the insight. I tried to leave my glassware to soak in seawater longer, but I was getting a lot of green seaweed growing on it. It was very difficult trying to take that out without taking the biofilm at all. When I left the seaweed in, the larve died within a half a day even in the control that only had filter seawater. I think that my problem may be that there is no water movement in the glass containers. I need to find a way to create some type of movement, no matter how minimal. I will try that out next week. Thanks again. 

  Wendy Chen 
  aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  >From: "OA - JArcher" 
  >Reply-To: "OA - JArcher" 
  >To: "Wendy Chen" 
  >Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  >Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:39:13 +0800 
  > 
  >I don't have a lot of experience, but I find that if you age the settlement 
  >plates a little more than a few days,  then the consistancy of results 
  >improves - to a certain extent, and with limitations. I feel that the 
  >problem may lie in the initial competition/succession rates of the pioneer 
  >species, with patchy cover of biofilm due to competition and growth rates of 
  >any of the multiple species of bacteria that colonise. I find that if we 
  >leave plates longer, then we get a good cover of bacteria and a usually a 
  >stable cover of diatoms on top of that. This also provides good food for our 
  >own needs in terms of culturing corals, echinoderm and holothurian larve. 
  > 
  >It also depends on the nature of the substrate you are using. New Cement or 
  >firbous plates contains leachates which are found in varying concentrations 
  >around the surface which may have an inhibitory effect on subsequent 
  >colonisation and growth. 
  > 
  >Jeff Archer 
  > 
  >Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations 
  >Ocean Adventure 
  >Camayan Wharf 
  >West Ilanin Forest Area 
  >Subic Bay Freeport Zone 
  >Zambales 2222 
  >Philippines 
  > 
  >Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223 
  >Direct: +63 47 252 8982 
  >Fax: +63 47 252 9000 
  >Mobile: +63 920 900 9770 
  >Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph 
  > 
  > 
  > 
  >----- Original Message ----- 
  >From: "Wendy Chen" 
  >To: 
  >Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:40 AM 
  >Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  > 
  > 
  > > 
  > >    Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with 
  > >    pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my 
  > >    controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The 
  > >    glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4 
  > >    days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I 
  > >    get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months, 
  > >    I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same, 
  > >    but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else 
  > >    has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis 
  > >    settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a 
  > >    Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help 
  > >    would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 
  > >    Wendy Chen 
  > >    aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  > >      _________________________________________________________________ 
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From kadatschu at web.de  Mon Jan 12 13:36:25 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:36:25 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
Message-ID: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral-Listers, 

I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific Scleractians especially in the area of Panama 
in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of coral larvae settlement .
Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region? 
Are there any known brooding species?
What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?

I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!

Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!

Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!

Holger Anlauf

From joshua at nova.edu  Mon Jan 12 15:06:58 2004
From: joshua at nova.edu (Joshua Feingold)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
In-Reply-To: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20040112150156.00b050f0@pop.nova.edu>

There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter 
Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at 
Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.

Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also 
published in Marine Biology.
1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J. 
Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral 
reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos 
Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.

I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and 
methods section therein.

Cheers,

Joshua Feingold

At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>
>I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific 
>Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
>in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of 
>coral larvae settlement .
>Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
>Are there any known brooding species?
>What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
>
>I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
>
>Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
>
>Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
>
>Holger Anlauf
>
>_______________________________________________
>Coral-List mailing list
>Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list

From s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 12 19:06:09 2004
From: s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au (Shelley Anthony)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
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(07)4750-0898

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 08:18:38 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

 

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

 

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on performance)

 

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

 

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef Headquarters)

 

 

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental organization with the following goals:

 

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and economically sustainable solutions. 
 

 Scope and Functions:

 

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the duties may include:  

 

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions. 
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.  
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage their reefs. 
 

 

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to the environment is preferred.  

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.   

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision. 

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to conserve coral reef ecosystems. 

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required. 

 

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

 

 

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833  

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:39:31 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:39:31 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Southern Stingray observations
Message-ID: <001101c3d9eb$70ca6480$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear Coral Listers,

I was wondering if anyone could help on an occurance we have noted here in the Bahamas. In the last two days we have observed 3 dead juvenile (approx 30cm wing span)  Southern Stingrays on the beach adjacent to us. Although subject to strong winds in this area, the days preceeding the finds were calm. Two dolphins were seen in the area subsequently and I was wondering if this may be the cause of the unusual strandings?? No bite marks were noted though our resident turkey vultures had clearly had a feast!

Has anyone seen anything similar or does anyone have any suggestions as to why this may have occurred?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:47:06 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:47:06 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Discarding glass in the ocean
Message-ID: <002101c3d9ec$7fc23890$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear coral listers, 

I have heard that discarding smashed glass in the ocean may be a viable option to recycling the material in remote areas with no viable alternatives to recycling or adequate lanfill control. Any opinions??? We are located near the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep trench 6000ft + in the Bahamas and would like to consider this method if found to be agreeable. 

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science Co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

001242 368 6288

From lou_sileo at usgs.gov  Tue Jan 13 12:12:42 2004
From: lou_sileo at usgs.gov (Louis Sileo)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 11:12:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral fixative
Message-ID: <OF69F7ADBB.842C41F5-ON86256E1A.005E3ECE@er.usgs.gov>

Shelly -- Shawn Mclaughlin and Kathy Price at the NOAA lab in Oxford MD
have been using a product called 'Z Fixative' with seeming good results.
This  is a brand name.  If you are unable to contact them directly, get
back to me at lou_sileo at usgs.gov and I will put you in touch with them.

Lou Sileo
USGS, National Wildlife Health Center
lou_sileo at usgs.gov
608-270-2461

From ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 13 12:19:11 2004
From: ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca (ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 12:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] short-term employment
Message-ID: <1074014351.4004288fa3270@webmail.mcgill.ca>

Dear All,

I am a recently graduated M.Sc. student from McGill University, Montreal,
Canada. I am currently seeking short-term employment (4-6 months). 

For my Master?s thesis, I studied coral reef fish ecology and my undergraduate
and graduate course-work focused on aquatic conservation. My field experience
is extensive. I worked as a field assistant in a Beech-Maple forest, I
conducted an independent study on fish competition in Barbados, I participated
in a semester long program in Panama and I spent 8 months in Barbados
collecting data for my Master?s thesis (accomplishing over 200 dives). I have
also been involved in scientific education initiatives in Panama and have
taught undergraduate level biology students. I am comfortable with statistics,
a wide range of computer programs and have a working knowledge of ArcView 3.2a.
I am fully bilingual in French and English and am competent in Spanish (spoken/
reading). I would be available as of January and I am willing to travel.

If you know of any opportunities (or have one for me), please contact me and I
can send you my full C.V.

Thank you very much for your time,

Ingrid Morgan

ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca

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From kadatschu at web.de  Tue Jan 13 21:57:31 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 18:57:31 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Mistake in email adress in Question about coral
	spawning!
Message-ID: <007a01c3da4b$2a9f2120$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral list, 

Thanks for the replies to far. 

There was a mistake in my email address that needs to be corrected. 

It is holger.anlauf at stud.uni-rostock.de !!!

Best wishes 

Holger Anlauf

From szmanta at uncw.edu  Tue Jan 13 14:03:11 2004
From: szmanta at uncw.edu (Szmant, Alina)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 14:03:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <4E15FCC7981F7A4CA5AA0DEF4B2141C9054231C9@UNCWMAILVS2.dcs.uncw.edu>

Hi Shelley:

I used a fixative called Helly's [also known as Zenkers when made as below with the ZnCl2] for many years and it works well for corals:

1000 gm Zn Cl2
500 gm K dichromate
20 L distilled water

Above is stable indefinitely.  For use, add 5 ml of formaldehyde (37 to 40 %) to each 100 ml of Helly's

Decalcification is critical to getting good coral tissue preps.  The folowing is better than straight HCl solutions:

0.7 gm/L EDTA
0.008 gm/L KNa tartrate
0.14 gm/L Na tartrate
99.2 ml/L conc. HCl (12N)

Change acid at least twice per day and keep removing crud from decalcifying surfaces (endolithic sponges, etc).  Wash for ca. 12 with running tap water (overnight) to remove acid before dehydrating to embed, etc.

Techniques were learned from PaulYevich, US EPA and found in a short  technical manual that is not generally available and I am not sure if it was published:

Yevich, P and C. Barszcz.  1981.  Preparation of aquatic animals for histopathological examination.  US EPA, Environmental Monitoring and Support Laboratory, Cincinnati Ohio USA

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Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
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PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

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From scip9051 at nus.edu.sg  Wed Jan 14 09:41:38 2004
From: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg (James Rolfe Guest)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 22:41:38 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
Message-ID: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>

Hi Shelley,

You're right when you say there is no standardised method for histological processing of coral tissue. I'm not sure if there is one optimal method that can be applied in any situation. Personally, I think it is better to apply the most appropriate method for the job in hand. 

The most common method is to use 10% seawater formalin, embed in parafin wax and stain with Mayer's Haemotoxilin and Eosin. I have been looking at the gametogenic cycles of certain corals and got better results from using a 5% seawater-formalin-Zenker's fixative (add 50g zinc chloride, 25g potassium dichromate per litre of solution) and stain with Aniline Blue/Azocarmine G as used by Glynn et al (1994), Marine Biology 118 p 191-208. A really useful book with many fixation and staining techniques is Luna (1968) Manual of histological staining methods of the armed forces institute of pathology, 3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. 

If you plan to do histopathology combined with molecular techniques (e.g. fluorescent in situ hybridisation) you might fix with 4% paraformaldehyde. Gluteraldehyde/Osmium gives very good preservation and is generally used for doing EM work, but has been used for examination of coral diseases by light microscopy, see Bythell et al (2002) Histopathological methods for the investigation of microbial communities associated with disease lesions in reef corals LETT APPL MICROBIOL 34 (5): 359-364.

I hope these comments are useful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

James    

Message: 2
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301 at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

James R. Guest
PhD Research Scholar
Marine Biology Laboratory
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
Blk S2, 14 Science Drive 4
Singapore
117543
Tel: (65) 68746867
E-mail: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg
 

From brumba at amnh.org  Wed Jan 14 12:33:10 2004
From: brumba at amnh.org (Dan Brumbaugh)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 12:33:10 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] postdoc opportunity: marine GIS modeling in support of
 MPA research
Message-ID: <p06020400bc2b26e0bb9f@[172.16.14.139]>

   Apologies  for  cross-postings.   Please  feel  free to forward to any
   possible candidates.  Questions and applications should be directed to
   Ned Horning <horning at amnh.org>.  Thanks.

   DRAFT - anticipated vacancy
   
   MARINE GIS MODELER Post-Doc/Consultant
   CENTER FOR BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION, AMNH
   The   American   Museum   of   Natural  History's  (AMNH)  Center  for
   Biodiversity  and  Conservation (CBC) seeks a person with training and
   knowledge of the application of remote sensing, Geographic Information
   Systems,  and  GIS  modeling  for  habitat modeling in tropical marine
   environments.   The  Modeler will be expected to assist in development
   and  implementation  of  habitat models with staff from the Center for
   Biodiversity and Conservation and collaborators at other institutions.
   Qualifications
   Candidates  must  have a Ph.D. degree with a strong grounding in model
   development,  marine  environmental  science, and experience in remote
   sensing  and  GIS.  The ideal candidate would have a strong background
   in  species  distribution  modeling  as  well  as  field experience in
   tropical  coastal  and other marine environments.  The individual must
   work  well  independently and collaboratively, and have strong writing
   and  communication  skills,  including  the  ability to explain remote
   sensing and GIS to conservation practitioners and the public.
   Responsibilities and Duties

   The  position's  primary task will entail working with the GIS Program
   Manager,  Marine  Program  Manager  (and Principle Investigator of the
   Bahamas    Biocomplexity    Project   [BBP];   see   brief   overview:
   http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/center/programs/marine.html),
   BBP  collaborators,  and  CBC  Director to develop and utilize habitat
   models  that support further studies on the design of marine protected
   areas (MPAs) and MPA networks.  Model development will involve the use
   of  the  best  available  biophysical datasets for the entire Bahamian
   archipelago   as   well  as  the  generation  of  additional  datasets
   (especially from satellite imagery) where needed.  One of the specific
   goals of this work is to be able to predict important nursery habitats
   for certain fish and invertebrate species of interest.
   Responsibilities   will  include  data  management,  data  processing,
   modeling, and visualization (raster, vector, and tabular).
   Although  the position may initially be offered as a short-term (i.e.,
   less  than a year) contract, arrangements for full-time postdoc status
   (probably 1-2 years) are pending.
   Electronic   applications,   including  current  curriculum  vitae,  a
   narrative statement of program interests, and full contact information
   for three references should be sent to:
   Ned Horning
   Remote Sensing/GIS Program Manager

   horning at amnh.org
   American Museum of Natural History
   Center for Biodiversity and Conservation
   Central Park West at 79th Street
   New York, N.Y. 10024

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Wed Jan 14 19:34:00 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 16:34:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
In-Reply-To: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>
Message-ID: <20040115003400.47057.qmail@web14917.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all 

this is becoming interesting...this is the second
time in a year that this subject has appeared on
the list.....

the use of fixatives and decalcification method
is difficult to be generalised....it varies form
coral species.....

I have been using 4% formalin-Seawater and later
10% formalin-Seawater mixture for fixing and
then, store it in ethanol indefinitely after 48
hours in 10% formalin-seawater.

For decalcification, I prepare 1:1 mixture of 20%
citric acid and 50% formic acid, which works very
fine for me.....i get the tissues decalcified
overnight....

I agree with James......there is no optimal
method ...one has to decide which method is best
for the  samples he or she is dealing with

Regards
Shashank 

=====
"the role of infinitely small in nature is infinitely large"-Louis Pasteur                

Keshavmurthy Shashank
Kochi University, Faculty of Agriculture
Lab. of AQUa. Environ. Sci. (LAQUES)
Otsu 200, Monobe, Nankoku-shi
783-8502, Kochi, Japan
alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
phone: 81 090 8285 9012

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From goldberg at fiu.edu  Thu Jan 15 12:42:19 2004
From: goldberg at fiu.edu (goldberg at fiu.edu)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 12:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral  fixation and decal
Message-ID: <20040115174219.WTYD19078.spn25c0@spn25c0>

I may as well throw my two cents in on this topic. While 
it is true that there is nothing standard when it comes to 
fixation and decalcification of corals, there is a 
considerable literature on how to decalcify vertebrate 
tissue. It would be a mistake not to consider all of that 
work, depite the differences in mineralization between 
the two systems. Take a look at  Callis et al.,  Journal of 
histotechnology 21: 49-58, 1998 for a review. If you are 
not planning on anything more than standard histology, 
you can do pretty much anything that has been 
suggested. However, if you plan on looking at cell 
structure or tissue relationships, the literature is pretty 
clear that fixation and decalcification methods do 
matter. Unbuffered formalin or strong mineral acids, for 
example, will distort the cytoplasm and cause the loss 
of proteoglycan typical of calcified material (see 
Goldberg, Tissue and Cell 33: 376-387, 2001). For my 
own general work with coral tissues I use a somewhat 
hypertonic medium compared to seawater: 2.5-3% 
glutaraldehyde + 0.15 M NaCl buffered with 0.1 M 
cacodylate to pH 7.6-7.8. For decalcification of small 
specimens I use 2% ascorbic acid (Dietrich & Fontaine, 
Stain Technology 50: 351-354, 1975) or 5%  lactic 
acid/k-lactate buffered to pH 4 for larger chunks (see 
Eggert & Germain, Histochemistry 59: 215-224, 1979).
I will be happy to provide more specifics once I know 
what you are looking for.
best wishes,
wmg

Walter M. Goldberg
Professor of Biological Sciences &
Marine Invertebrate Search Committee Chair
Florida International University
Department of Biological Sciences
University Park
Miami, FL 33199
e-mail goldberg at fiu.edu
URL   www.fiu.edu/~goldberg

From fatemi at tavana.net  Thu Jan 15 14:45:38 2004
From: fatemi at tavana.net (Fatemi)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 23:15:38 +0330
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea
Message-ID: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran

From intern at coral.org  Thu Jan 15 17:56:15 2004
From: intern at coral.org (Cheryl Chen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:56:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for Educational Materials
Message-ID: <BC2C5A8E.1ADF%intern@coral.org>

Dear Colleagues,

I am writing to you on behalf of The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) to request
entries of any educational or outreach materials that you use to promote
coral reef conservation. These materials will be used to advance public
awareness through an effort know as the International Coral Reef Information
Network (ICRIN), the communications arm of the International Coral Reef
Action Network (ICRAN).
 
Within ICRIN is our Education & Outreach Materials Library
(http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/home.htm), which is an online catalog of
coral reef awareness tools and publications. Through the library, coral reef
conservationists looking for education and outreach materials can quickly
find information on available publications and how to obtain them.

The Library has been built by organizations around the world that have
generously contributed their materials to help others raise awareness of the
need to protect coral reefs. Your participation, by adding your new
materials into our database, will promote your materials to people worldwide
while also assisting CORAL in our continuous effort to update and maintain a
comprehensive library.

What to do:

1) You may personally enter in any materials (brochures, fact sheets,
worksheets, information packets, videos, newsletters, web-based material,
posters, etc.) into our library by using our online entry form at:
http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/entry_form.htm

or

2) You may send any materials to our office and we will review and enter the
materials into our library for you.  Please send materials to:

ICRIN Library
c/o The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)
417 Montgomery Street
Suite 205
San Francisco, CA 94104
USA

Feel free to contact us at icrin at coral.org or 415-834-0900 ext.306 if you
have any questions.

Thank you for your time,

Cheryl Chen
Program Intern

The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)
Phone: 415-834-0900
Fax: 415-834-0999
Email: intern at coral.org
Web site:  http://www.coral.org

From b_bezy at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 16 13:16:33 2004
From: b_bezy at hotmail.com (Bernadette bezy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:16:33 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
Message-ID: <Sea1-F130reBBsQwY6Y0000001d@hotmail.com>

Dear Holger,

In addition to the Glynn et al. (1991, 1994, 1996, 2000) papers in Marine 
Biology,  the following thesis could be useful for your work in Panama:

Smith, D, 1991. The reproduction and recruitment of Porites panamensis 
Verrill at Uva Island, Pacific Panama. Masters Thesis. University of Miami. 
Miami, Florida.

Much of the Smith (1991) information is summarized in Glynn et al. 1994; 
however, since the study pertains specifically to your area (Pacific 
Panama), the detail in the thesis might be of use to you.

Suerte,
Bernadette Bezy
b_bezy at hotmail.com
CIMAR, University of Costa Rica

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>Message: 1
>Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
>From: Joshua Feingold <joshua at nova.edu>
>Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
>	Scleractinians.
>To: "Holger Anlauf" <kadatschu at web.de>,
>	<coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
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>There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter
>Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at
>Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.
>
>Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also
>published in Marine Biology.
>1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J.
>Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral
>reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos
>Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.
>
>I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and
>methods section therein.
>
>Cheers,
>
>Joshua Feingold
>
>At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
> >Dear Coral-Listers,
> >
> >I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific
> >Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
> >in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of
> >coral larvae settlement .
> >Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
> >Are there any known brooding species?
> >What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
> >
> >I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
> >
> >Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
> >
> >Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
> >
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>Message: 2
>Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
>From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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>Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed
>
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>   I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with
>different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I
>have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per
>recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous
>conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other
>sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin,
>10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's
>fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily
>working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to
>have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the
>intended usage.
>       My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for
>hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of
>histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of
>results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would
>appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my
>email address.  Thanks!
>Cheers,
>Shelley
>
>--
>Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>
>PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
>School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
>James Cook University
>Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA
>
>ReefHQ/GBRMPA
>Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
>(07)4750-0898
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>Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
>From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
>To: <Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
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>Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
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>
>
>
>Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on 
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>
>
>
>Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
>Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef 
>Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
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>
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>
>
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>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
>Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science 
>Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, 
>implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the 
>duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training 
>sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris 
>Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check 
>Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and 
>government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage 
>their reefs.
>
>
>
>
>Qualifications
>1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to 
>the environment is preferred.
>
>2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
>3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
>4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
>5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to 
>conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
>6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
>Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
>Applications
>Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter 
>(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
>Green Reef
>
>Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
>100 Coconut Drive
>
>San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
>Belize, Central America
>
>Office: ++501.226.2833
>
>Home: ++501.226.3174
>
>E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
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From a_stone at reefkeeper.org  Thu Jan 15 13:50:51 2004
From: a_stone at reefkeeper.org (Alexander Stone)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:50:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query
Message-ID: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>

Hello, All...

I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.

I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
Tanzanian fishers.

I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.

Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
appreciated.

Many thanks,

Alexander Stone
ReefGuardian International
**************************

From abaker at wcs.org  Fri Jan 16 18:03:58 2004
From: abaker at wcs.org (Andrew Baker)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:03:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: identifying zooxanthellae
In-Reply-To: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>
Message-ID: <000001c3dc85$07bfb070$9ce93b80@Coral>

Dear Mohammad 

Fortunately, you are not alone in being confused about the taxonomy of
Symbiodinium, and I suppose for this reason it's probably a good time to
post some clarification to coral-list in case other researchers out there
find this discussion useful. 

There are eleven named species in the genus Symbiodinium (some of which have
been formally described, others have been less formally described but the
names are still used). All of these "species" have been described from
morphological description of cultured isolates. 

The actual diversity of Symbiodinium in nature is much greater than this,
but all of the data revealing this comes from molecular DNA studies. As a
result, most of the different Symbiodinium that have been documented from
DNA work have no name and no formal description. This is partly because few
people have had the chance to culture all the different types that have been
found in molecular surveys, and partly because there is a real problem
determining which types constitute different species and which ones do not
(sexual reproduction has not yet been directly observed in these organisms,
although there is fairly good genetic evidence indicating that it does
occur). 

In an attempt to come up with a reference system for all these different
types of "zooxanthellae" that have no names, it was recognized that these
different types could be divided into different groups (based on their DNA
sequences). Members of each of these groups are more closely related to each
other than they are to algae in other groups. These groups are the "clades"
that get referred to so often. It's a bit like grouping all if the people
who live in a small town according to which family they belong to. 

(A clade is a monophyletic taxon. What this means is that it is a group of
organisms that includes the most recent common ancestor of all of the
members of the group, as well as all of the descendants of that most recent
common ancestor.)

In Symbiodinium, at least seven different clades have been identified so
far. These clades (groups) have been referred to by different letters of the
alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F and G). Some of these clades contain one or more
described (named) species, but others have no described species in them -
they are just unusual groups of algae that no-one has yet wanted (or been
able) to culture and describe formally as yet. Although there are lots of
undescribed and un-named types of Symbiodinium in culture around the world,
there is generally a lack of enthusiasm to describe them and give them names
because of the species problem I mentioned above, and also because it's a
terrific amount of work to do properly. 

So the term "clade" has been used as a convenient handle to refer to
different types of "zooxanthellae". However, as a reminder, each clade of
algae is really a group of closely-related (but nevertheless different)
types. So when referring to a particular clade it should be recognized that
this isn't really a complete identification. It just narrows down the
possibilities. 

I think the extensive use of the word "clade" in the literature has resulted
in many coral biologists who do not work specifically in this area to assume
that this term can be used interchangeably with the term "species". This is
not correct. The fact remains that we have no idea how many species are out
there; we just know that the group is very diverse. This should not
discourage us, however, because (beginning in the 1990s) plenty of
interesting findings were made by just identifying different algae to the
level of clade. Since about the year 2000 finer levels of resolution have
been developed that have been equally useful and now there are now many
recognizably distinct types of Symbiodinium within all of the different
clades. Unfortunately there is no agreement yet on how to refer to them all.
But perhaps we'll figure this out in the near future. 

One final thing: It should be emphasized that just because two different
types of algae belong to the same clade, they may not necessarily be closely
similar to one another physiologically or otherwise. Different algae in the
same clade have in some cases been shown to be quite distinct. So we should
be careful about making generalized statements regarding the properties of
particular clades. 

I hope this helps. For those who are interested, there is a Special Session
(Session 1-9) at the 10th ICRS meeting in Japan on Symbiodinium diversity
and its implications for corals and coral reefs. 

A recent review (December 2003) also discusses Symbiodinium diversity and
the issues raised above in more detail:

Baker AC. 2003. Flexibility and specificity in coral-algal symbiosis:
Diversity, ecology and biogeography of Symbiodinium. Annu. Rev. Ecol. Syst.
34: 661-689

I can send a pdf copy to anyone who is interested.

Sincerely

Andrew Baker

___________________
Andrew C. Baker, Ph.D.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Center for Environmental Research and Conservation
MC5557, Columbia University
1200 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, New York 10027, USA
Voice: +1 (212) 854-8184
Fax: +1 (212) 854-8188

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Fatemi
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:46 PM
To: Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus
Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or
to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this
regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I
could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the
names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge
is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran
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From a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 19 01:29:56 2004
From: a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au (Andrew Chin)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 16:29:56 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Download the State of the Great Barrier Reef report
References: <Pine.SGI.4.44L.01.0307140705560.2260679-100000@umbc7.umbc.edu>
Message-ID: <400B7964.2DF5AAED@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear colleagues,

Apologies for cross postings.

The State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is now available for download in
Adobe PDF format. The Report is essentially GBRMPA's "report card" on the
condition of the Great Barrier Reef, the pressures it faces and the responses
made by managing agencies to deal with these pressures.  While the Report is
best viewed as a "live" web document, complete PDF versions of each chapter of
the report are now available for download from the following URL:

http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/downloads.html

To view the live, web based version (including the previously published 1998
report), please visit:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/

As the State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is under a process of
continuous development and review, new chapters will periodically be published
and existing material updated to include the latest information. If you
require any further information or have any queries, please feel free to
contact me, contact details below.

regards

Andrew
-----------------------------------------------------
***
ANDREW CHIN
Project Manager
Research and Monitoring Coordination
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
PO Box 1379
TOWNSVILLE, QLD 4810
Australia
+61 7 4750 0810 ph.
+61 7 4772 6093 fax.
GMT + 10 hours
a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au
***
Visit the State of the Great Barrier Reef report on-line at:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/
***
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From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 19 13:47:46 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106@noaa.gov>

[NOTE:  This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.  
Please respond to through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp  Tue Jan 20 00:47:44 2004
From: kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp (Hajime Kayanne)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>

Dear Participants of 10ICRS,

Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be 
shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY, 2004.

Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site 
http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
then go to Registration (Form A) 
https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in 
the form with your payment of registration fee.

We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of 
on-site cancellations,
LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is 
a trade-off),
as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix 
budgetary framework.
We are sorry we cannot accept any individual situations, and hope your 
understanding and cooperation.

Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January 
until the symposium on site.
But 31 January is the dead-line date for early registration with discount 
registration fee.

We hope to meet you all in Okinawa and to hold the most productive and 
enjoyable symposium,

All the best,
Hajime Kayanne
Secretary General 10ICRS
-- 
---- Hajime KAYANNE ----
Department of Earth & Planetary Science,
University of Tokyo
Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan
http://www-sys.eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~coral/
Tel: 81-3-5841-4573
Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358

From mucoralin at yahoo.co.in  Tue Jan 20 08:53:23 2004
From: mucoralin at yahoo.co.in (=?iso-8859-1?q?Murali=20M.R.?=)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
Message-ID: <20040120135323.32235.qmail@web8302.mail.in.yahoo.com>

Dear all,
 
Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of sea water???.....
 
Regards,
M.R.Murali

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From N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk  Tue Jan 20 07:58:01 2004
From: N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk (Nicholas Polunin)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 12:58:01 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] International Society for Reef Studies: new Web site!
Message-ID: <52E50E4D595DDE4D861117A1FB62E79D010B559C@bond.ncl.ac.uk>

Dear coral-listers

On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/

Please note a number of important features of this site:

(1) ISRS membership application form (student savings on 10ICRS
registration!)

(2) Online contact about ISRS membership queries!!

(3) 10th ICRS Okinawa (2004) Web site (cheaper registration closes 31
January!)

(4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)

(5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
March!)

... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be! 

Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
Marine Science & Technology, Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, England
Society www.uncwil.edu/isrs
10 ICRS www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
Journal www.springerlink.com/
News www.uncwil.edu/isrs/reef_encounter.html

From rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl  Tue Jan 20 08:31:41 2004
From: rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl (Ruben van Hooidonk)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic
 radiation of dinoflagellates
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.2.20040120141851.01c093f8@pop.quicknet.nl>

Dear all,

As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the 
zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of 
dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this 
relation (if there is any).

Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding 
literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic 
radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?

Kind regards,

Ruben van Hooidonk
rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl

From ommm at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jan 20 14:17:09 2004
From: ommm at wanadoo.fr (Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] coral growth
Message-ID: <GCEAKGFIEIMNAHFDDDHDKEOBCBAA.ommm@wanadoo.fr>

Good day all,

I've been looking for the growth rate of caribbean coral species in
different public database without any success. Does someone know they are
available somewhere?

Thanks for your help

Sophie Brugneaux
Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais
7, avenue Condorcet
97200 Fort de France
ommm at wanadoo.fr

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Tue Jan 20 17:47:23 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 17:47:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting,
 Feb 24-25, Washington, D.C.
Message-ID: <400DAFFA.B54E19CC@noaa.gov>

* For Distribution *

Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, February 24 ? 25,
2004, Washington, DC

The next meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (Task Force)
will be held in Washington, DC, on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 24 ? 25, 2004.  The meeting is open to
the public and participation is
encouraged.  Limited space is available for exhibits and displays on
February 24 ? 25, and there will be opportunity for public comment on
February 25.

The Task Force, which consists of senior representatives of twelve U.S.
federal agencies, seven U.S. states/territories, and three Freely
Associated States, meets twice a year to discuss priorities, progress,
and other issues related to
conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems.  The Task Force
meetings also provide a forum for a wide
variety of interested government and non-government stakeholders to
present and discuss issues and contributions
with the Task Force.

The 2-day meeting will be held on February 24 ? 25 at the auditorium of
the U.S. Department of Commerce at 14th
Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  On February 24,
there will be a Workshop on Outreach and Education efforts, and two
science panel discussions.  On February 25, there will be a business
meeting of the full Task Force.

Detailed information such as meeting registration, travel, lodging, and
agenda will be posted at the Task Force website www.coralreef.gov once
it is available.  For additional information please contact Shane Guan
<Shane.Guan at noaa.gov>.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 21 06:48:59 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 06:48:59 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400E672B.6040309@noaa.gov>

[NOTE: This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.

Please respond through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 11:50:06 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 17:50:06 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral captive breeding
Message-ID: <Sea2-F37VwrblZz02H6000146bc@hotmail.com>

   hello,

   I  have  been told of an aquarium tradesman in London who participates
   in coral captive breeding research.

   Do any of you have any information on this?
   Thank you,
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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References

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From bristod at mccfl.edu  Wed Jan 21 12:17:25 2004
From: bristod at mccfl.edu (Bristol, Denise)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 12:17:25 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Basic coral reef ecology textbook
Message-ID: <036AA3246BBF1742A753C4871CE77654D3AFA9@mcc.cc.fl.us>

I am seeking a coral reef ecology/biology text book for a course I am designing at Manatee Community College, Florida. The course will be offered during the summer 2004 and will include a field trip to Honduras.  I would prefer a book that deals primarily with Atlantic reefs.  I have been having a hard time finding a text that is not just a general marine biology text.  Does anyone know of such a book?

Denise Bristol
Department of Natural Sciences
Manatee Community College
8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
941-408-1494
email: bristod at mccfl.edu 

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 12:12:21 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 18:12:21 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] phd studentship search
Message-ID: <Sea2-F14pzTHkzZqgIE0000603d@hotmail.com>

   Hello,

   I  am  looking  for  PhD  studentships  in the following areas and was
   hoping one of you could send me some information!

   Captive breeding of larvae for aquarium fish

   Cell culture regarding marine organisms (ie proteoglycannes, etc)

   Biophotonic functions of marine skeletons

   Thank you!
   Virginie Fruh
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References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2734??PS=

From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 21 19:20:23 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:20:23 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement with CORAL
In-Reply-To: <FFEPLLHPJBOJHJHHGIBFEEDOCCAA.tmeshish@coral.org>
Message-ID: <BC345746.1AF77%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

Job Announcement with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)

PROGRAM MANAGER
The program manager is responsible for developing and
carrying out CORAL?s role in a three-year Sustainable
Tourism project in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System,
coordinated by the International Coral Reef Action Network
(ICRAN), and funded by the United Nations Environment
Program (UNEP) and USAID.  The candidate will work closely
with CORAL?s partners to develop sustainable tourism practices
in coral reef parks and to support the creation of new,
sustainable coral reef parks in the MBRS.  The manager?s
primary responsibilities will be in project management and
curriculum development, training of dive operators and park
staff, technical assistance coordination, and integrating
training and technical assistance into other program elements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Curriculum development, training and technical support:

- Create conservation, outreach and educational materials for
The support of new and existing coral reef parks, marine
protected areas, and sustainable tourism practices in the private
sector.
- Develop training materials for coral reef park managers and
stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to MPA managers,
private sector partners and other stakeholders, in English
and Spanish.
- Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks and regions
where CORAL has provided assistance.
- Help coordinate a communications network for marine park managers
in order to improve the exchange of information, expertise and
resources.

* Project Management and Coordination:
- Program planning.
- Budget development.
- Project evaluation.
- Grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation
Project management.
- Strong Spanish and English written and oral communication
skills.
- Proven training and teaching experience.
- Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time.
- Strong project management skills and proven teamwork ability.
- Familiarity with grant reporting to foundations and government
agencies.
- Experience in working cooperatively with divers, the dive-tourism
industry, park managers and government officials.
- Graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Committment to CORAL?s mission.
- Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience.

Reports to the Program Director.
The position will be based out of CORAL's San Francisco office.
Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY
Please e-mail resume, cover letter and names of three references to
jobs at coral.org.

For more information about the Coral Reef Alliance,
please visit our website http://www.coral.org/.

From jltorres38 at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 07:52:23 2004
From: jltorres38 at hotmail.com (Juan Torres)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:52:23 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] MAA's standards
Message-ID: <BAY1-F137kOhpWL26mt00045e8c@hotmail.com>

Dear all,
I am a Ph.D. student working on the effects of UV radiation on Caribbean 
shallow-water corals. As part of the study I am doing HPLC analysis of the 
different photosynthetic and photoprotective pigments. Eventhough I have a 
very good idea of the different MAA's found in my samples, I do not have any 
standards to corroborate the identity of them. I would like to know if there 
is anyone who has worked before with this type of pigments and have some 
standards that can either facilitate of sell?

Thanks,
Juan L. Torres
Univ. of Puerto Rico
Dept. Marine Sciences
PO Box 3210
Lajas, PR 00667 USA

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From deevon at bellsouth.net  Thu Jan 22 09:56:36 2004
From: deevon at bellsouth.net (DeeVon Quirolo)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 09:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Re: Self cleaning mooring buoy
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20040122095535.01660b48@mail.bellsouth.net>

>>>Craig Quirolo, founder of the environmental group Reef Relief, based out of
>>>Key West, Florida, has discovered a very simple method of keeping
>>>reef-mooring buoys clean. The 'self-cleaning device' will work on virtually
>>>all round buoys designed with a line that passes through the middle of them.
>>>This simple device will save marine sanctuaries around the world millions of
>>>dollars in cleaning expenses annually and only costs pennies per buoy to
>>>install.
>>>
>>>The discovery of the self-cleaning process was a surprise to Craig who had
>>>no intention of inventing such a device. The self-cleaning device is a
>>>combination of simplicity and practicality. "I would like to thank all of
>>>the individuals and foundations who have supported Reef Relief's reef 
>>>mooring
>>>buoy programs over the past twenty years and share the credit with them.
>>>Without their support I would not have been in a position to make this 
>>>discovery,"
>>>announced Quirolo.
>>>
>>>It all started two years ago in Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas, where Reef
>>>Relief maintains 18 reef-mooring buoys. A landowner asked Craig if he
>>>could re-connect a mooring buoy that had broken near his land that he had
>>>installed to protect a pristine sea grass area from anchor damage. It is
>>>rare when this buoy is not in use. The replacement buoy had such a large
>>>hole passing through the center of it that Craig had to create a new system
>>>to attach the buoy to the down line. To make a long story short the buoy
>>>never attracted any algal growth and always looked clean, as if somebody had
>>>polished it. After two years of being spotless Craig became intrigued as to
>>>who or what was cleaning the buoy.
>>>
>>>Cleaning buoys on location spreads algae over the reef and could compromise
>>>the health of corals. This is currently the practice through out the Florida
>>>Keys National Marine Sanctuary where algae is pressure washed from the buoys
>>>while they are still attached.
>>
>>
>>>Craig developed a concern over buoy cleaning while he maintained (for eleven
>>>years) the 117-reef mooring buoys installed by Reef Relief  near Key West,
>>>which are now part of the FKNMS program.  "On calm days, while cleaning 
>>>buoys,
>>>I would watch the algae float down to the bottom and questioned if this 
>>>practice
>>>was compromising the coral,"  explained Quirolo.
>>>
>>>Reef Relief would like the cleaning system to be used through out the world
>>>and is offering the design free to all of those who want to use it. The
>>>design is extremely inexpensive, quick to install and works so well that the
>>>buoys always look polished.
>>>
>>>Contact Craig at cquirolo at bellsouth.net for more information.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 22 12:06:11 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:06:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] A Gathering of Researchers
In-Reply-To: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
References: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <40100303.3090207@noaa.gov>

   Greetings!
   Re:  previous announcement at:
   [1]http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/00046
   0.html
        The  PDF file of the workshop/think tank entitled "The Effects of
   Combined   Sea   Temperature,  Light,  and  Carbon  Dioxide  on  Coral
   Bleaching,  Settlement,  and  Growth,"  held  at  the Caribbean Marine
   Research Center (CMRC) on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, January 20-24,
   2003, is now available at:
       [2]http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   The  layout of the PDF is designed to be printed double-sided so as to
   accommodate  the  hard  copy  print  format.   For  those  of  you who
   requested  hard  copies, they will not be available until some time in
   February;  I'll send them to you at that time.  Also, I will have some
   available at session 2-12 of the 10th ICRS.
        At the link noted above, you can download the entire document, as
   well  as  click  each author's name and title to view the PDF files of
   their  PowerPoint  presentations.  The chapters corresponding to those
   presentations are in the main document.
        The  Conclusions chapter is listed at the bottom of the page (and
   the end of the document) and is a summary of all the presentations.
       Thank you for your interest and patience.
       Cheers,
       Jim
 ----------------------------------------------------
  James C. Hendee, Ph.D.
  Coral Health and Monitoring Program
  Ocean Chemistry Division
  Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  U.S. Department of Commerce
  4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
  Miami, FL  33149-1026

  Voice:  (305) 361-4396
  Fax:    (305) 361-4392
  Email:  [3]jim.hendee at noaa.gov
  Web:    [4]http://www.coral.noaa.gov

References

   1. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/000460.html
   2. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   3. mailto:jim.hendee at noaa.gov
   4. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/

From ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk  Thu Jan 22 14:44:11 2004
From: ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk (E.S.Morris)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:44:11 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Mangrove / Reef Interaction Projects
Message-ID: <4010280B.3030001@bangor.ac.uk>

Dear Coral Listers,

I am an MSc student at the University of Wales, Bangor studying Marine 
Environmental Protection.

I am currently seeking advice and support for a research project related 
with coral reef / mangrove interactions, to start in June 2004.  I have 
a long-standing interest in both areas, with most experience on 
Indo-Pacific reef baseline surveys, although my particular area of 
interest is in mangrove replanting schemes and their effects on reef 
fish and / or invert populations.

If you are working in the field in this area I would be very grateful 
for any advice or help that you could give me for finding a project in 
this or an associated subject.  I am flexible as to my project title and 
would be very happy to gain any opportunity to work with an existing 
team researching in this area.

If you think that you could help, or would like to discuss the subject 
in more detail, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  My C.V. is 
available for any interested parties.

Thank you,
Liz Morris

University of Wales, Bangor
Menai Bridge,
Anglesey,
U.K.

-- 
E.S.Morris         ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk

From gte405r at mail.gatech.edu  Thu Jan 22 14:54:43 2004
From: gte405r at mail.gatech.edu (Sara Brogdon)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:54:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Okinawa meeting
Message-ID: <1074801283.40102a83401e9@webmail.mail.gatech.edu>

I'm a graduate student looking for another female to share a hotel room at the 
Coral Reef meeting in Okinawa. Please contact me if you're interested.

Thank you,
Sara Brogdon
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0230
gte405r at prism.gatech.edu

"Sometimes I think the surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in 
the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us."
-Calvin, The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

"I try to make everyone's day a little more surreal."  
-Calvin, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, p152-3 
 

 
 
  

 

From CMorrall at sgu.edu  Thu Jan 22 15:30:24 2004
From: CMorrall at sgu.edu (Clare Morrall)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 16:30:24 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for guidance locating Caribbean sponge species
	in Grenada
Message-ID: <OFC8259A6F.E46FAF6B-ON04256E23.00704FAD-04256E23.007087BF@sgu.edu>

Greetings from Grenada!
I  am Yuji Ise, a Ph. D candidate from the University of Tokyo currently on
a short research trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. I need to collect the
following species of sponges: Spheciospongia  vesparia (the common
Loggerhead sponge), Cliona (Anthosigmella) varians (Variable sponge), and
Cervicornia cuspidifera. I have conducted a number of dives at depths
ranging from 8m to 30m off the west coast of the island (offshore of the
Grand Anse beach). I have not yet encountered any of the species I need.
Has anyone got any idea what type of the habitat, depth and substrate type
I am likely to find these species at? Potential dive/snorkel areas range
from high current rocky substrate sites off the south coast of the island,
to sheltered sandy lagoons.
I would be hugely grateful if anyone has any advice on the likely
whereabouts of these species. I will be in Grenada until January 29th.
Please contact me c/o Dr Clare Morrall at St. George?s University, Grenada
email: cmorrall at sgu.edu, telephone: 473 444 4175 ext. 2360, fax: 473 439
1835

From ta at coastalzone.com  Fri Jan 23 09:07:32 2004
From: ta at coastalzone.com (Thorne Abbott)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:07:32 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Info on Small Island States Committee at the World
	Parks Congress
Message-ID: <3F615C4A0004D677@mta8.wss.scd.yahoo.com>

Dear fellow Coral listers;

I would appreciate any contact information on the Small Island States Committee
that was initiated at the World Parks Congress in Durban, South Africa last
September.  Thank you!
website - http://coastalzone.com
research - http://www.coastalzone.com/research.htm
resume -http://www.coastalzone.com/EnvironmentalPro.htm

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Thu Jan 22 19:57:07 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:57:07 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From browndil at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 23 13:32:43 2004
From: browndil at hotmail.com (paul brown)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 13:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>

Hi all,
I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or are 
these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which is the most 
current?
Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
appreciated.

Paul Brown
PhD candidate
University of Calgary
Department of Biological Sciences
2500 University Drive
Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
T2N 1N4
(403) 210-5484

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From gofish at jhu.edu  Fri Jan 23 15:25:11 2004
From: gofish at jhu.edu (Gary Ostrander)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:25:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>

When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
there were a few sites around the island where the local population
routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
artificial reefs.

Gary K. Ostrander
Johns Hopkins University

>>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:47:22 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:47:22 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Peer Reviewers Needed
Message-ID: <015601c3e1e9$b81aa790$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) is looking for a few good peer reviewers to read and comment on upcoming proposals. Your expert knowledge will help us to select the best projects to sponsor. Reviewers will receive the proposals on March 1, 2004 and would have until March 25, 2004 to complete the review (roughly 1 month).  

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  If you would like to find out more about our program and past projects, please refer to our website (www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri).  

 

We recognize that to do justice to the proposals submitted requires a large amount of time on your part.  If you are able to review 4-5 proposals, I would like to offer you a very small remuneration for your time (US$100) or a book of your choice (not to exceed $100).  It by no means covers the cost of your extremely valuable and overbooked schedule, but it does represent how much we appreciate you sharing some of it with us.

 

If you just cannot review 4-5 proposals, but would like to help us, it would be wonderful if you could even review 1-2.  

 

If you are interested, please contact Risa Minato at risaminato at hawaii.rr.com by February 12th, 2004.  Also indicate in your email which priorities (listed below) you feel best meets your area of expertise.  

 

 

HCRI-RP Research Priorities for FY2004-2005

 

1.  Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

2.  Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

As already discussed, Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, disease, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

2a.  Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects that seek to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and make recommendations for management action.  The Management Committee is also interested in research to assess methods to control or eradicate algal blooms and research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause such blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2b. Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2c. Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2d. Disease:  To date coral disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems,  However, there is a need to assess and monitor the emerging threats of disease to corals and other coral reef organisms in Hawaii.  What diseases currently infect the state's reef ecosystem?  What can resource managers do to avoid or minimize impacts?

 

2e. Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs.  Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical strategies to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).  

 

2f. Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.

 

 

3. Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

4. "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

5. Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

From rlee at roblee.com  Fri Jan 23 17:01:22 2004
From: rlee at roblee.com (Robert E. Lee)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 14:01:22 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Time Lapse Photography
Message-ID: <200401232201.i0NM1ReR001122@custmail0.corp.aus.wayport.net>

I am undertaking a design of a time-lapse photography instrument to study
the inhabitation activities of an artificial reef structure. I would
appreciate any leads on camera equipment, digital image storage, retrieval
via wireless or satellite links, in a shallow (<20 meters) coral reef
environment, with a collection of images at a rate of 4-20 a day over a 3-6
month timeframe between diver visits.

 

Rob Lee

rlee at roblee.com

www.roblee.com

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From overholk at science.oregonstate.edu  Fri Jan 23 18:51:03 2004
From: overholk at science.oregonstate.edu (Karen McLeod)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:51:03 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Conch as artificial reef
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Hi Kirstie -
In my experience based on research conducted in the Bahamas (near Lee
Stocking Island), conch shells made great substrates for the settlement of
small fishes such as damselfish and wrasses.  However, no corals (not even
fire coral!) recruited to these shells over a 3 year period.  I would
suggest using them in combination with other substrates to increase the
diversity of potential recruits (of both fish and inverts), rather than
using only conch shells.  What kind of pilot study are you planning to do?

Good luck!

Karen McLeod
COMPASS, Oregon State University

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Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for
a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any
advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been
successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation
regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of
reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From keealf at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 09:45:27 2004
From: keealf at hotmail.com (Kee Alfian)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:45:27 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Recruitment studies in Redang Island, MALAYSIA.
References: <20040120170012.CC19F17824@coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
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Hello everybody, my name is Kee Alfian and i am from Malaysia. i am
currently doing research regarding coral recruitment, especially in
Malaysia. I am having some problem with the identification of the juvenile
coral and would like to ask for assistance and advice from anybody. Do
anybody knows what chemical favors the recruitment of juvenile corals? Thank
you very much.

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> POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
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> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
> From: Ruben van Hooidonk <rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early
> mesozoic radiation of dinoflagellates
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> As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the
> zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of
> dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this
> relation (if there is any).
>
> Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding
> literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic
> radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Ruben van Hooidonk
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Sat Jan 24 10:15:55 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 10:15:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
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Paul,
Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following publication 
with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican 
Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia: 
Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.

However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two 
living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species 
probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second 
morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of 
Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page 
110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the 
intersepta morph.

If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this 
genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
Judy

On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:

> Hi all,
> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or 
> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which 
> is the most current?
> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
> appreciated.
>
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From coralinau at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 16:34:51 2004
From: coralinau at aol.com (coralinau)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 22:34:51 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query + Long Liners in Mozambique
References: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>
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Hello Alexander,

I was in Mozambique in September after the World Parks Congress and heard
from local people that dynamite fishing is taking place, from what I heard
especially north of Beira up to the border to Tanzania. I would believe that
WWF Mozambique has some information on that since in their "coral section"
they also deal with turtles and manatees.

There is another thing, and maybe you have an idea how to continue from
here:
I talked to South African people who invested in a campsite in front a
beautiful and still intact coral reef south of Inhambane which is visited by
snorkelers and divers. They told me that they have immense problems with
Chinese tankers which use the method of long-line fishing. They seem to fish
out immense amounts of mantas, reys, dolphins, and more. And obviously they
don't stick to any regulations concerning how close to come to the coast.
When I slept there, as soon as it got dark, you could see the ships lying
near the coast. They always come in at night, and in the morning they are
gone, but often leave their lines for 3 days. The local people try with
their own initiative to cut through the lines, but I guess most of the time
the species are already dead.
>From what I heard it looks like the Mozambique government received
infrastructure equipment from the Chinese government and vis-versa they gave
out concessions. I am not firm on international marine law, but if that is
the case, I would guess this is illegal action and that there must be some
possibility to stop that. I know there is a sea control point at Bazaruto
Archipelago, but they have to cover an area that is simply impossible. This
place south of Inhambane itself is around 300km south of Bazaruto. When you
inform the sea police the Chinese ships are gone for long.

Sincerely,

Gaby Hoebart

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Tropical Ecology Support Programm
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alexander Stone" <a_stone at reefkeeper.org>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>; <marbio at mote.org>;
<fish-sci at segate.sunet.se>; <marinelife at onenw.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 7:50 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query

> Hello, All...
>
> I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
> Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.
>
> I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
> fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
> Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
> Tanzanian fishers.
>
> I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
> control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.
>
> Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
> contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
> locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Alexander Stone
> ReefGuardian International
> **************************
>
>
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:43:33 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:43:33 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] RFP release for HCRI-RP (FY 2004-2005)
Message-ID: <014101c3e1e9$30211590$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

On behalf of the Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program I am pleased to release the Request for Proposals for this upcoming year (FY 2004-2005) (see below).  It will also be posted next week Wednesday (January 28, 2004) on our website (http://www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri/index.htm) , under "Announcements" on the front page.  

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative 

Research Program

(Fiscal Year 2004-2005)

 

 

Request for Proposals

 

 

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) supports scientific research and monitoring to enhance the state's capacity to manage coral reef ecosystems.  The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources/Division of Aquatic Resources (DLNR/DAR) and the University of Hawaii (UH) jointly manage HCRI-RP.   A Management Committee ??consisting of three representatives from DAR, one from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, two from UH, one from the Pacific Science Association/Bishop Museum ??serves as the governing body. 

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  HCRI-RP has also supported teacher training, student internships and fellowships, public education and outreach, and a myriad of hands-on workshops for resource managers.  

 

At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  Each year, Congress appropriates monies for HCRI-RP through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Ocean Program.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee conducts a competitive selection process through an RFP.

 

The Management Committee identified the following priorities for Year 7

?        Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

?        Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands:  Invasive Marine Species; Fishing Pressure; Pollution; Disease; Coastal Development; Nearshore Recreation

?        Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

?        "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

?        Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

RFP Schedule:

?         Optional Letter of Interest due February 6, 2004. 

?         Proposals due February 26th, 2004.   

?         The Management Committee will select projects to fund April-May 2004.  

?         Funded projects will begin when monies are made available, possibly August/September 2004.

 

A.  Research Priorities

 

The following subsections outline the research and monitoring priorities established by HCRI-RP Management Committee for this solicitation.  Each priority listed contributes to the fundamental mission of the program:  support monitoring and research to build capacity in managing Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Should no fundable proposal be submitted for a particular priority, HCRI-RP may commission research and monitoring activities consistent with the program priorities.

 
 

Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects seeking to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and to make recommendations for management action.  The committee is particularly interested in projects, such as risk ranking, which complement priorities identified in Hawaii's Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan (www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dar/pubs/ais_mgmt_plan_draft.pdf).  The Management Committee is interested in research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause invasive algal blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts and to be able to better to determine the severity of impact for various fishing methods.  

 

Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  The committee is particularly interested in reef-oriented projects that complement Hawaii's Local Action Strategy to Address Land-based Pollution Threats to Coral Reefs (www.state.hi.us/doh/eh/cwb/prc/pdf-files/LAS.CR-LBP.Sec1-3.110603.pdf).  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Disease:  To date, disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  The Management Committee is interested in projects that investigate basic, management-oriented questions.  What diseases infect (or, are present in) these ecosystems?  What are the potential pathogens and pathways for disease?  Is there a correlation between reef organisms?  Do diseases originate on land?  What are chemical clues?  What are the pathogens of concern?

 

Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Extensive coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs. Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical recommendations to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).        

 

Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.  Successful proposals would determine measures of capacity (e.g., ecological, amenity, multiuse) for key areas of interest.  What is a useable model, approach, or system that could indicate to managers when there is too much impact for an area?  Is there a practical method to determine the levels of use and the impacts from that use?  What recommendations can be given to resource managers?  

 

 

Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

"Gaming" the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

B.  Deliverables for Funded Research

 

  a.. Quarterly PowerPoint presentations highlighting project's activities
  b.. One (1) progress report using the standard NOAA form  (due Feb. 2005) 
  c.. Final report using the standard NOAA form (due January 2006)
  d.. Project final technical report:  executive summary (e.g., background, resource management questions answered, methodology, conclusions, recommendations to resource management); field guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in field); laboratory guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in laboratory & database variable summary); results (due January 2006)
  e.. Data and metadata will be archived with the Pacific National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC).  Projects will also submit to HCRI-RP an electronic copy of all data submitted to the National Oceanic Data Center and tables and maps summarizing data collected.  (Due January 2006)
  f.. Public education/outreach, workshop, and media activities or materials
  g.. Voucher specimens at Bishop Museum (if applicable)
  h.. Organize and conduct a workshop or seminar in order to deliver information on the results and methodologies developed, and provide technical training for managers, resource trustees, scientists, and/or the general public.
 

 

C.  Proposal Components

(Required - no additional appendices will be accepted.)

 

1.      On every page (in header or footer):  page number; PI name; project title 

2.      Title Page (attached)

3.      HCRI-RP Administrative Form, including all additional documents (attached)

4.      Table of Contents with page numbers

5.      Permits from appropriate agencies to conduct research should it be selected and funded (e.g., Scientific Collecting). 

6.      Approval from institution's Dive Safety Officer (if applicable) (See subsequent section for more specific information.)

7.      Project Description (No longer than 15 pages)

?        Statement of problem and relevance to priority.

?        Goals and objectives

?        Site/habitat/species selection (where applicable)

?        Approach and methodology. 

?        Highlight resource manager capacity building and partnering activities.

?        Describe media, education, and outreach activities (in addition to activities conducted for resource managers).

?        Data management and dissemination of results 

?        Anticipated outcomes and relevance to coral reef resource management in Hawaii

8.      Project Administration 

?        Proposed workplan (8/04 - 12/05) (include components listed under "products and deliverables")

?        Project coordination and management structure

?        A statement detailing current and pending support

?        Specifically list how proposed activities would "impact" the reef ecosystem (e.g., installing 4 permanent pins, transplanting 300 urchins).

?        Facilities, equipment, and other resources

9.      Itemized Budget and Justification, to include 

?        Salaries and Wages (months)

?        Fringe Benefits (UH rate) (approximate rates for UH proposals:  GA = 10%, student assistants = 3%, Research Associates = 30%)

?        Travel

?        Equipment 

?        Supplies and Materials

?        Contracted Services

?        Total Direct Charges

?        Indirect Cost (UH proposals = 20.6%)

?        Proposal Total

10.  Curriculum Vitae for Proposed Team (max. 2 pages per individual)

11.  Consultation with DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) regarding site selection, research question(s), and methodology.

 

 

D.        Requirements for Proposals that Entail Compressed Gas Diving

 

If compressed gas diving (SCUBA, Rebreathers, Surface-supplied, etcetera) is to be conducted to meet project goals, proposals must include evidence that such activities have been approved by - and will be conducted under the oversight of -- a scientific diving program as defined by U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B: Guidelines for Scientific Diving).  The University of Hawaii Diving Safety Program will review such documentation, as outlined below:   

  1.. For University of Hawaii/RCUH researchers:  Inclusion of the form, "Application for Scientific Diving Research Proposal Approval," approved and signed by the University of Hawaii Diving Safety Officer (form downloadable from: www.hawaii.edu/ehso/diving).  
  2.. For researchers from NOAA, AAUS Organizational Member institutions, or other agencies/institutions with which University of Hawaii holds reciprocal diving agreements:  Inclusion of a letter from the institution/agency Diving Safety Officer, stating:  (1) the proposal has been reviewed; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 
  3.. For researchers from other institutions: Inclusion of all of the following:
a.       A letter from the appropriate institutional supervisor (department head, section chief, etcetera), stating: (1) the proposal has been reviewed by the agency/institution's diving control board; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 

b.                     A review copy of the institution/agency Diving Safety Manual, which shows the institution administers compressed gas diving activities under a scientific diving program, as defined by U.S. OSHA.  For comparison, the "Standards for Certification of Scientific Divers and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs" of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences will be used as the minimal acceptable standard.  A copy of the AAUS Standards is available from: www.aaus.org. 

E.   Key Dates in Proposal Process

 

February 6, 2004:     Optional Letters of Intent DUE, preferably electronically (hcri_rp at hawaii.edu).  Please ensure that you have no viruses!  The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.    

 

February 26, 2004:   Proposals DUE, in electronic form and 12 hard copies by 4:00 p.m. HST.  

 

Twelve (12) hard copies should be submitted to:

 

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program

Social Science Research Institute
University of Hawaii at Manoa

2424 Maile Way, Saunders #704

Honolulu, HI  96822

ATTN:  Risa Minato

 

An electronic version should be either burned onto a CD and mailed to the above address or emailed to hcri_rp at hawaii.edu (note underscore between "hcri" and "rp.")

 

The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.  Electronic files should be in MSWord97 (PC version) compatible format.  Please take every precaution to ensure your files are virus-free.  

 

March 2004:              Peer review of proposals. 

 

April-May 2004:       Project selection and notification.  Those who submitted proposals will be notified of the results.  Program staff will negotiate agreements with principal investigators of successful proposals.  

 

September 2004:      Funding will be made available August-September 2004 (pending availability of funds).  

 

 

All projects must be completed by December 31st, 2005.  

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the HCRI-RP office at (808) 956-7479.

F.   Evaluation Components

1.      How well does the proposed project fall within the announced principles & priorities? (45 pts)?

 

2.      How well qualified is/are the investigator(s) to conduct the proposed project (10 pts)?

 

3.      How well conceived and organized is the proposed project and is there sufficient budget and time devoted to the proposed workplan (15 pts)? 

 

4.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated, made available to, and be useful for coral reef ecosystem managers (15 pts)?  

 

5.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated and made available to the scientific community and the public (5 pts)?

 

6.      Is there cost sharing or collaboration with appropriate agencies?  How involved are the agencies? (10 pts)

 

 

*  The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Awards will be made pending availability of funds.

 

 

 

 

Title Page

 

      Title of proposed project:

       

       
     
      Contact person, title and address
     Phone:

       

       
     Agency partners:
     
      Email:

       

       
     
      HCRI-RP Priority 
     Total Project Budget
     Total Requested

       
     Total Matching

       

       
     
      ABSTRACT

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       
     
         

 

 

Administrative Form 

 

      
     Principle Investigator:     ____________________________         Phone:  ______________
             

            University department/division to be credited for this proposal:  _________________________________________________________________

             

            Proposal Title: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

             

                  
           
        
     
     Please circle the ONE area which best describes this proposal:

             

            (01)  Business                              (04) Marine Sciences                                      (07) OTHER

            (02)  Earth Sciences                     (05) Physical Sciences

            (03) Education                            (06) Social / Behavioral Sciences

             

            Does this proposal entail research which has an international focus or will involve international collaboration?         [  ] yes     [  ] no

             

             

            EQUIPMENT SCREENING CERTIFICATION (Needed from UH proposals only):

            For equipment with an estimated cost over $5,000 and less than $10,000 listed in the proposed budget, an inventory of the 

            department shall be screened for available use.  For equipment with an estimated cost of $10,000 or more listed in the proposed 

            budget, university-wide screening is required for available usage.  The following responses were elicited:

             

                         Item of Equipment                                         Department Contacted                                             Response Regarding Availability

             

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
           
        
     
     Does this proposal require and/or involve:

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                [     ]        1.     The use of human subjects?  Date of CHS application ____________ or CHS # ______________

            [     ]                 [     ]        2.   Equipment purchases with an estimated unit cost of $5,000 or more?  

                    [     ]                [     ]        3.     The use of compressed-gas (SCUBA) diving?  If yes, submit documents as requested in the HCRI-RP RFP.

                    [     ]                [     ]        4.     The use of recombinant DNA?  If yes, submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         5.     The importation of microorganisms?  If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         6.     The use of radioactive material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         7.     The use of hazardous material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         8.  The use of subrecipients , including consultant and consortium agreements?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         9.  The use of proprietary/confidential information?  If yes, provide details on a separate sheet.  Clearly identify any such information found in this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         10.  The use of lobbying efforts?  If yes, attach a separate sheet describing lobbying activities and funding source of lobbying activities.

                    

             

             

             
           
        

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program 

Administrative Form  (continued)

 

       
     INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLICATIONS:

                    

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                 [     ]         11.  Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in the development of intellectual property?  If yes, continue with item 12.  If no, skip to item 13.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         12.  Will the intellectual property developed be commercially valuable?  If yes, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.   If no, skip to item 13. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         13.   If you answered no to items 14 or 15, are you willing to RELINQUISH YOUR RIGHTS to any intellectual property developed and have the University of Hawaii accept an award with UNFAVORABLE intellectual property provisions, including but not limited to, relinquishment of ownership, royalties, etc.?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         14.   Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in publication?  If yes, please continue with item 15.  If no, continue with item 15 and be advised that the University of Hawaii may accept an award with UNFAVORABLE publication provisions. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         15.   Will you accept a provision that requires a) submission of publication to sponsor for prior review, b)  delay of publication for sponsor's revision and/or protection of confidential information, and/or c)  sponsor's written approval prior to submission of publication?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to publication provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

             

            RISK MANAGEMENT:          

            If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, submit copy of insurance policies or other documentation that mitigates the risk to the University.  Submissions should include the minimum/ maximum insurance coverage, the name(s) of the insured, and any limitations to the policy.  

             

                    [     ]                 [     ]         16.  Hazardous working conditions, i.e.,  use of firearms, uncertain terrain, explosives, fire and other safety hazards?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         17.  The use of watercraft (research vessels)?

             

             

            COMMITMENT:

                    [     ]                 [     ]         22.  Does your proposal include commitments from UH department(s) other than that of the Social Science Research Institute?  Provide appropriate details and approvals on a separate sheet.  

                    [     ]                 [     ]         23.  Does your proposal include commitments from non-University of Hawaii sources?  Attach letters of commitment.

             

             

                    
           
        
     
     I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the above information is accurate and complete and that this project will be conducted in accordance with Federal, State, and University requirements and policies.

             

            P.I. Signature ___________________________________________ Date____________________

                                                  NO "PER" SIGNATURE ALLOWED

             

             

             

             

             
           
        
     
     DEPARTMENT FISCAL OFFICER:

             

            Reviewed by: ____________________________________________Date ___________________

                                                         Signature - Fiscal Officer

             

            Phone:____________________________________
           
        
 

 

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 24 17:45:41 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 17:45:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Final Call for Abstracts re: Restoring Coral Reefs
	(deadline Feb 2)
Message-ID: <4012F595.73C8F6B3@noaa.gov>

[For distribution]

** Final Call for Abstracts - Restoring Coral Reefs **
2nd National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.

Presentation abstract deadline:  Feb 2, 2004
Poster abstract deadline:  Mar 1, 2004

Presentation and poster abstracts are solicited for the 2nd National
Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration to be held
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.  The Conference will
include one or more sessions on "RESTORING CORAL REEFS", and I encourage
you to consider submitting abstracts on best practices, lessons learned,
latest technologies, new approaches etc.  Presentations welcome on
ecological, legal, social, economic or other aspects.

The Call for Presentations and Posters is attached.  Full information
and contacts available at
http://WWW.ESTUARIES.ORG/2ndnationalconference.php

I appreciate your assistance in disseminating this information and hope
you will consider participating.  Best regards -

Roger Griffis
Coral Reef Conservation Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
U.S. Department of Commerce

From Northwaterstreet at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 18:24:00 2004
From: Northwaterstreet at aol.com (Northwaterstreet at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 18:24:00 EST
Subject: [Coral-List] henry's little cayman juggling school! :)
Message-ID: <16a.28fd77ff.2d445890@aol.com>

hello henry!

my name is tricia thorn and i was one of your students on little cayman with 
the school for field studies (81). i have been in touch with peter atkins who 
was also there with me and we have had fun exchanging great stories from our 
time at henry and fred's diving and juggling school! 

I just wanted to say hi and let you know although you might not remember two 
of your many, many students over the years, we have very fond memories of our 
time there with you. for me it was island culinary school! :)

I have been racking my brain trying ot remember a toast that you made our 
last night there. I believe it begins "When I was a fish and you were a toad...." 
I would love to share it with peter, whose memory is not as good as mine. :)

:)

Tricia 

From reefball at reefball.com  Sat Jan 24 23:31:29 2004
From: reefball at reefball.com (Todd Barber)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 23:31:29 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
References: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>
Message-ID: <001201c3e2fc$1cd06040$6501a8c0@ToddAvLaptop>

We have used conch shells successfully inside of Reef Balls for increased
complexity....however, conch shells in piles can be problematic in areas
where hurricanes are present as they can become "missles" destroying natural
reefs as they move around.  Therefore, we recommend only using them inside
of Reef Balls or other containment systems so they are stable.

-Todd Barber
Reef Ball Foundation
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary Ostrander" <gofish at jhu.edu>
To: <greenforce at batelnet.bs>; <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

> When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
> the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
> reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
> there were a few sites around the island where the local population
> routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
> 15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
> artificial reefs.
>
> Gary K. Ostrander
> Johns Hopkins University
>
> >>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
> Hi,
>
> Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
> reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
> before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
> they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
> recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
> depending on goals of reef use?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
> team.
>
>
>
> Greenforce Bahamas
> Blanket Sound
> Andros Island
> Bahamas
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From teune at fzi.de  Sun Jan 25 15:15:30 2004
From: teune at fzi.de (Herma Teune)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:15:30 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Gert Jan Gast
Message-ID: <000001c3e37f$fc736ac0$3bc5b43e@privat>

Hi,

I'm searching for the email-address of Gert Jan Gast.
Would be nice if someone could email me his actual address.

With best regards,
Herma Teune

From McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com  Sun Jan 25 17:43:38 2004
From: McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com (McCarty and Peters)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:43:38 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <200401251743_MC3-1-6977-A792@compuserve.com>

Dear Paul,

You have probably already heard the answer, but I did not see it on
Coral-List.   I was just checking the Integrated Taxonomic Information
System (ITIS) on the Internet and both Stephanocoenia intersepta and S.
michelini are still valid.  I thought they were synonyms and that
intersepta was preferred.

The most recent use of intersepta, according to ITIS, is reported in:

        Cairns, S.D.  1999.  Species richness of recent Scleractinia. Atoll
Research Bulletin, no. 59: 1-46.

The second edition of Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach's book changed from S.
michelinii to S. intersepts (unfortunately, a typographical error that was
not caught).  The book notes that it was "formerly classified as species
michelinii." 

I recall Nancy Budd published a paper establishing S. intersepta, but I
don't recall the specifics.  I'm hoping that she or Steve Cairns will
respond to your message and set us straight on the Coral-List!

Esther Peters

From zennnnwoman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 25 23:20:54 2004
From: zennnnwoman at hotmail.com (megan berkle)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 04:20:54 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] information on dynamite fishing
Message-ID: <BAY8-F123Cesa31Z9cP00001583@hotmail.com>

   Dear coral-listers:

   I  was  recently  on  the  islands  off of Southern Thailand.  I heard
   stories  about  continuous dynamite fishing and garbage dumping on the
   beautiful  reefs  surrounding these islands.  Does anyone know where I
   can  find  information  on  the  Thai laws regarding dynamite fishing?
   Thanks,

   Megan Berkle

     _________________________________________________________________

   [1]Rethink  your  business  approach for the new year with the helpful
   tips here.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2752??PS=

From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 04:18:39 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 09:18:39 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Last call for abstracts - climate change conference
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE423D0360B@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear All

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 

21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Thanks to all of you who have currently submitted abstracts. As I know
some of us tend to leave things to the last minute I thought I would
send out this last reminder to jog memories - closing date for
submission of abstracts is 31st January. Details on how to submit, plus
registration are on:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

Please email your abstract to the conference email address
(climate at plymouth.ac.uk) by the closing date.

 

Cheers

Martin

 

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 11:40:02 2004
From: b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk (B.L.Cohen)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:40:02 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] not corals, but brachiopods
Message-ID: <l03102823bc3af18ec147@[130.209.132.24]>

Dear Coral-list members,

Enquiring about possible brachiopod collections in the Red Sea, it was
suggested that I post to this group, so here goes.

As a leading brachiopod molecular systematist (perhaps _the_ leading one,
as there are few of us!) I am interested in ethanol-preserved brachiopod
collections from all parts of the world, both coral-associated (e.g.
thecideidines, possibly craniids) and benthic brachs of all sorts, free and
attached.

The Red Sea and Indian Oceans are particularly blank spots on my
specimen-list map, but this is really a wide, general appeal for
brachiopods (in 95% ethanol) whenever and wherever they appear.

If anyone wishes to see papers published in this field just e-mail me and
I'll send some pdf's.

Thanks in advance!

Bernie Cohen

Dr B. L. Cohen
Molecular Genetics
University of Glasgow,
Pontecorvo Building,
56 Dumbarton Rd
Glasgow G11 6NU
Scotland, UK.

Phone: (+44) (0)141 330 5103 (direct line)
                                     330 5101 (secretary)
                                     339 8855 (switchboard)
Fax:                             330 4878
http://www.gla.ac.uk/ibls/molgen/staff/cohen-bl.html

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 26 16:17:21 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
References: <3FFDC537.85696EA2@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <401583E1.82D6E28A@noaa.gov>

>
> PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.
>
> Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118
>
>
>
>                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
>            1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
>            CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD
>
>
>
>
> The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to
> announce the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
> Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
> Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral
> reef conservation.
>
> The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
> impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
> local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
> results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
> accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
> late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This
> award is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
> outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
> professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
> jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
> summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
> initiatives.
>
> This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
> the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
> Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
> receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on
> coral reef management initiatives with an agency member of the
> USCRTF.  In this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and
> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a
> location to be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be
> flown to Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at
> the next USCRTF meeting.
>
>
> Eligibility
> In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
> following minimum requirements:
> ? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on
> coral reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully
> completed the sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy
> or science with emphasis on coral reefs;
> ? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
> ? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
> Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico,
> or Hawaii.
>
>
> Application Selection Timetable
>
> Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST
>
> Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004
>
> Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
> (*pending availability)
>
>
> Application Material
>
> All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit
> the following material:
> ? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
> ? Resume.
> ? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
> ? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
> in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship
> will benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in
> your island.
>
> Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
> received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:
>
> USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
> c/o Shane Guan
> NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
> 1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
> Silver Spring, MD 20910
>
> Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov
>
> Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
> Fax: 301-713-4389
>
>
> Contact
> For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
> above address.
>
>
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>
>

From JandL at rivnet.net  Mon Jan 26 17:11:45 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 17:11:45 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
References: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
Message-ID: <A0A64D7C-504C-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Hi Rich,
Well, more accurate to say that michelinii is the form in which the 
polyps are plocoid (have separate walls).
  The walls of the intersepta form are subcerioid (adjacent polyps are 
almost united) and, in life, have fewer zooxanthellae (or perhaps less 
pigment/algal cell) than the central area of the polyp, which means the 
corals have a "reticulated" appearance which is particularly striking 
when they contract.
Best,
Judy

On Jan 26, 2004, at 4:13 PM, Richard B. Aronson wrote:

> Thanks for sorting this out Judy. I was aware that intersepta is the 
> prior
> synonym, but not that the head form would be michelinii if indeed it 
> is a
> separate species.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Rich
>
> On Sat, 24 Jan 2004, Judith Lang/Lynton Land wrote:
>
>> Paul,
>> Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following 
>> publication
>> with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
>> Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican
>> Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia:
>> Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.
>>
>> However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two
>> living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species
>> probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second
>> morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of
>> Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page
>> 110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the
>> intersepta morph.
>>
>> If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this
>> genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
>> Judy
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S.
>>> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or
>>> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which
>>> is the most current?
>>> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly
>>> appreciated.
>>>
>>> Paul Brown
>>> PhD candidate
>>> University of Calgary
>>> Department of Biological Sciences
>>> 2500 University Drive
>>> Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
>>> T2N 1N4
>>> (403) 210-5484
>>>
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>
>

From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Tue Jan 27 01:25:54 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 14:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Draft Zoning Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFF01@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi All,
Well I last emailed the coral-list notifying subscribers that a comment period for the Draft Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning Plan had opened. I was really happy to receive a significant number of requests for the associated documentation.
This is just a friendly reminder for those who intend to make a submission or intend on returning the questionairre, they are due by the close of business on the 6th February 2004. The next significant step in this process will be the release of a Draft Management Plan. We will notify coral-list when this period arrives. Thanks once again to all who responded.
Best Regards
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

This email, together with any attachments, is intended for the addressee only. It may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, please notify the sender, delete the email and attachments from your system and destroy any copies you may have taken of the email and its attachments. Duplication or further distribution by hardcopy, by electronic means or verbally is not permitted  without permission.

From jaapk at science.uva.nl  Tue Jan 27 05:51:59 2004
From: jaapk at science.uva.nl (Jaap Kaandorp)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 11:51:59 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] 2 PhD Student Positions in Simulation of developmental
	regulatory networks in sponges and corals
Message-ID: <20040127115159.A7175@cimex.science.uva.nl>

Two Ph.D. students Scientific Computing (position 1) / Numerical Mathematics & Scientific 
Computing (position 2)

Project: ``Simulation of developmental regulatory networks in sponges and sceleractinian
corals''

The project is financed by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific 
Research, NWO, research program Computational Life Sciences  and consists 
of 2 Ph.D. positions, one (position 1) at the Section Computational Science 
of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/) 
and one (position 2) at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) 
in Amsterdam (http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet).

In this project we will develop a model for simulating regulatory networks
that is capable of quantitatively reproducing spatial and temporal
expression patterns in developmental processes.  The model will be coupled
with a biomechanical model of cell aggregates and used to study the
formation of spatial and temporal expression patterns of gene products
during development in cellular systems.  A major issue are correct
estimations of the parameter settings in the network model. Therefore the
model will be used in combination with optimization algorithms (simulated
annealing) to explore large parameter spaces of regulatory networks and to
infer parameters from actual spatial and temporal gene expression
patterns. As a case study we are planning to use the body plan formation
in relatively simple multi-cellular organisms (sponges and sceleractinian
corals).  Here we will closely collaborate with Prof W.E.G. Mueller
(Institut fuer Physiologische Chemie Johannes Gutenberg-Universitaet
Mainz, Germany) and Prof D.J. Miller (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
James Cook University, Australia).  The PhD student Scientific Computing 
within the Section Computational Science will in particular work on 
optimization methods and modelling cellular aggregates, while the PhD student 
at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science will focus on the numerical 
methods for modelling the regulatory networks.

Details position 1 at the Section Computational Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam
_____________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.
Candidates should have a master's degree (or equivalent) in scientific
computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology  or a
comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to have an active interest in
life science applications.  For information on appointment (salary, vacation pay, etc.) 
please read the full description on www.uva.nl/vacatures or www.english.uva.nl, choose 
'Vacancies'.  Applications quoting job reference number and marked ``strictly confidential'' 
(in the upper left hand corner of the envelope) should include a letter of motivation, a 
curriculum vitae, if available copies of research papers, MSc thesis and the names of three 
persons from who references may be obtained.  Students who are about to finish their 
M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to apply.  The UvA offers an international working 
environment, flexible working conditions and is willing to help with housing for foreigners.  
Applications should be sent to the Universiteit van Amsterdam, Faculty of Science / Personnel 
Department, to the attention of Mrs. A. A. Craj?, personnel advisor, Kruislaan 404, 1098 SM 
Amsterdam, The Netherlands.  Applications by E-mail will also be accepted: 
anny at science.uva.nl.  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on March 15, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.

More information can be found at http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/ or contact
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp, E-mail jaapk at science.uva.nl, telephone +31 20 525 7539.

Details position 2 at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) in Amsterdam
________________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.  Applications are invited from candidates 
with with a good knowledge of the numerical analysis of ODEs/PDEs and an MSc in mathematics, 
scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology, 
computational fluid dynamics, or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to 
have an active interest in life science applications.  The salary with related employment 
conditions is according to regulations for OIOs (Onderzoekers in Opleiding) in the 
"CAO-onderzoekinstellingen" (collective employment agreement Dutch research institutes). 
Moreover CWI offers attractive working conditions, including flexibility, child care, and 
help with housing for foreigners.  Applications should be sent to Joke Blom, CWI/MAS, 
P.O. Box 94079, 1090 GB Amsterdam, the Netherlands.  E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, with mentioning 
of "PhD Vacancy MAS1 - RegNet".  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on February 1, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.  Your application should provide a concise 
description of your mathematical education, your CV, examination marks and if possible a copy 
of your M.Sc thesis. Students who are about to finish their M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to 
apply.

More information can be found at http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet or contact Joke Blom, 
E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, telephone +31 20 592 4263

-- 
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp
Section Computational Science
Faculty of Science
University of Amsterdam
Kruislaan 403
1098 SJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463
email: jaapk at science.uva.nl
fax: +31 20 5257490
URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/

See for the 1st International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics
March 22 - 23, 2004 in Amsterdam
http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/AMGC2004/

From mjnewman at ucsd.edu  Tue Jan 27 19:43:15 2004
From: mjnewman at ucsd.edu (Marah Newman)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 16:43:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Percent cover to biomass
Message-ID: <BC3C45A3.20FD%mjnewman@ucsd.edu>

Dear All,

I am trying to determine if there has been any work conducted in the past
that provides conversions from estimates of percent cover to living biomass
of coral tissue.  I am conducting surveys of corals (most likely using
point-intercept method) but in addition to coral cover estimates, I also
need biomass. I can do some estimates of surface area to account for the 3-d
structure of the reef, but I still need to figure out a way to get some sort
of g/m^2 estimate.  Does anyone know if work on this has ever been conducted
and where I can find it?

Thanks so much,

Marah Newman
___________________________________

Marah Newman
Graduate Student Office, Box 0208
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
CA 92093, USA

From corals at prtc.net  Tue Jan 27 19:41:23 2004
From: corals at prtc.net (CORALations)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:41:23 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral transplant, farming and restoration
Message-ID: <001101c3e537$75601920$09323242@m2t4v4>

Dear Coral-Listers:

CORALations is in the process of creating a bi-lingual field manual describing non-technical coral fragment 
planting and fragment stabilization and grow out methods for use by non-scientists in the Caribbean.  
The techniques will be limited to the three Caribbean Acroporids and Porites porites. 
The premise is that the broken fragment would otherwise suffer greater mortality without the intervention. 
The scope is further focused by limiting the reasons for intervention to impacts resulting from fin, 
small craft groundings, anchor and storm damage. 

If we have not already contacted you, and you have a non-technical method you wish to be featured,
please respond to corals at prtc.net.

We would also like to provide a list of contact information to include a one paragraph description for 
technical reef restoration methodologies. In this way, non-technical public would be able 
to access professionals to discuss restoration for more dramatic impact.  

If you have a technical restoration method you would like featured in the manual, 
and we have not already contacted you...please take a moment now to send the following: 
 
-Method name
-Your name, and/or company name and contact Information
-A one paragraph description of the method including types of impact it addresses or other restoration goals.(100 words more or less) 
 
Any questions please call. If you want to participate but cannot respond this week...please notify us so we can leave space open.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Sincerely, 

                       Conservar Cuidar Educar  
                  
                        Mary Ann Lucking
                        Director  CORALations
                        P.O. Box 750
                        Culebra, PR 00775  
                        corals at prtc.net
                        www.coralations.org  tel: 
                              fax:  787-742-0068
                              787-742-0053  
                       
                 
            
     
            
     

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 11:47:48 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] CNMI Coral reef AAG position available
In-Reply-To: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
References: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <4017E7B4.6020102@noaa.gov>

> Hello.  Below please find a position announcement for a coral reef
> Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern
> Mariana Islands.  Forward as appropriate.
> 
> Please direct all inquiries to the contact provided at the end of the 
> announcement.
> 
> JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
> U.S. Commonwealth of  the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
> Office of the Attorney General
> 
> Title: : ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, CORAL REEF INITIATIVE ATTORNEY
> 
> The CNMI Attorney General?s Office is seeking applicants for the Coral 
> Reef Initiative, to work on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
> This is a new position within the Attorney General?s Office and the 
> responsibilities described herein, will grow and evolve over time.  The 
> Attorney?s focus will be on coordinating and assisting local agencies in 
> their efforts of coral reef protection.  This will include among other 
> things defining jurisdictional responsibilities and limitations of the 
> agencies involved in coral reef protection, civil and criminal 
> enforcement of existing laws to protect the coral reef, drafting new 
> legislation and regulations concerning coral reef protection issues and 
> the administrative process as relating to coral reef matters.
> 
> Qualifications:    Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA 
> accredited law school, an active member in good standing of the bar of 
> any state or territory of the United States and eligible to be admitted 
> to the CNMI bar (or a member of the CNMI bar) upon commencement of 
> employment.  Applicants should have some experience in environmental law 
> and familiarity with coral reef or other marine systems.  Applicants 
> should exhibit the ability to accurately and precisely articulate issues 
> to non-lawyers in a concise and intelligible manner.  Applicants should 
> possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with 
> lawyers and non-lawyers in a professional manner in a demanding 
> environment.  Ideal applicants will have experience in natural resource 
> management, integrated costal zone management, maritime law and 
> fisheries management law.
> 
> Salary: Depending on the years of practice and experience.
> 
> Interested applicants must send resume and cover letter to:
> 
> Ms. Pamela Brown, Attorney General
> Office of the Governor, Hon. Juan A. Sablan Memorial Bldg.
> Caller Box 10007, Capitol Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
> Telephone: (670) 664-2341 Facsimile: (670) 664-2349
>  e-mail: pbrown at saipan.com.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:50:14 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:50:14 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Marine Science Programs for Educators and their
	students
Message-ID: <Sea1-F167sV77KibLM40002a33d@hotmail.com>

****Attn: grades 7-12 Teachers and College Marine Science Educators***

Please Forward!!

The Institute for Ecological Field Studies Ltd offers international programs 
that promote the study of endangered environments through first hand 
observation and field-based instruction.  For the past 15 years, junior high 
and high school teachers, along with college professors have participated in 
our programs located in the Bahamas and in Costa Rica.  Students and 
teachers are eligible for transferable college credit through the University 
of Wisconsin.

We are inviting you to sign on for an amazing experience! There is still 
space for both The Bahamas and Costa Rica for the summer of 2004, but hurry 
because space is limited. TEACHERS RECRUITING 7 PAYING STUDENTS FOR THE 
BAHAMAS OR COSTA RICA ATTEND OUR PROGRAM FREE OF COST, INCLUDING AIR. Please 
visit our website at www.seafish.com or contact the Educational Director 
Tara Short at 715-252-1238, by email shorttara at hotmail.com

Eleutheran Adventurers: Bahamas
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Eleutheran Adventurers is a week long marine eco-adventure program. 
Participants will learn about the marine communities and tropical ecology of 
the Bahamas, along with its history and culture. Activities include 
snorkeling on primary reef systems, kayaking, drift-snorkeling, island 
exploration, caving, beach surveying and more. The evening classroom 
discussions include lessons on fishes, invertebrates, corals, Bahamian 
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From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:59:31 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:59:31 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement: Marine Ecology Environmental Educator
Message-ID: <Sea1-F80yD2MDGL6ZoQ0003d7f5@hotmail.com>

Environmental Educator/Snorkeling Instructor
The Instiute for Ecological Field Studies
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
www.seafish.com

Job Description:
Provide quality guest service and leadership to visiting teachers and 
students. Instruct snorkeling checkout and gear donning. Maintain and clean 
snorkel gear. Lead up to three snorkeling trips daily. Assist teaching 
evening classes about marine ecology, biology, or environmental issues. 
Interpret island geology to teachers and students while exploring limestone 
caves and cliffs.

Qualifications:
Age 21 preferred. Those under 21 may be considered based on maturity and 
character. Must have experience traveling to and living in remote areas. 
Certified in SCUBA, life guarding, or extensive snorkeling experience, or 
any other relevant water certifications. CPR, First Aid, First Responder, or 
Wilderness First Aid. Must be able to work a non typical work week in an 
outdoor environment. Strong interest in environmental issues, marine 
biology/ecology, or adventure education. Be able to present in both a 
classroom and in an outdoor setting. Good leadership qualities. Be available 
to attend training one week prior to first group's arrival.

Personality:
Positive can do attitude!!! Mature and professional in appearance and 
behavior. Our Leaders have to be able to think on their feet, take 
responsibility for their mistakes, and be able to take constructive 
criticism. Self motivated. Creative. Flexible, able to make decisions, and 
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Dates: Late May to late August 2004

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Room and board and 
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From ocianaca at yahoo.ca  Wed Jan 28 13:27:29 2004
From: ocianaca at yahoo.ca (Candace Rose-Taylor)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:27:29 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Message-ID: <20040128182729.90202.qmail@web60301.mail.yahoo.com>

Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre

www.huntsmanmarine.ca

New 2004 ? Education Program Assistant

 

Job Description

- assist with the teaching and development of all Public Education programs

- provide creative ideas for updating and developing HMSC website

- assist with fund raising and writing of grant proposals

- assist with the development of an advertising plan

 

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

- university degree in science - preferably biology or geography

- enjoy working with students of all ages (10 ? 80 years young)

- good knowledge of NW Atlantic marine life

- keen interest in the environment

- team player, yet be able to work independently

- adaptable, energetic, creative, punctual and task oriented

- enjoy the outdoors, not matter what the weather

- be able to work odd hours, evenings and weekends

- excellent communication skills ? verbal and written

- proficient with computers

- live locally (The position requires the person to live near St. Andrews.)

 

Salary - $12 - $15/hr (plus benefits) depending on experience.

Deadline for Application ? 6th March 2004

Interview Dates: Successful candidates will be offered interviews between 9-

20th March 2004

Start Date ? 5th April 2004

To apply send

1. covering letter outlining your interest and experience (one page)

2. detailed CV (three pages)

3. contact details (telephone & email address) of three people who can

supply references.

 

Send Applications to.

Mail: Director of Education, The Huntsman Marine Science Centre,

1 Lower Campus Road, St. Andrews, NB E5B 2L7

Fax: 506-529-1212 c/o Director of Education

Email: tdean at huntsmanmarine.ca

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From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 13:34:41 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:34:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Inappropriate message posted to coral-list...
Message-ID: <401800C1.4050605@noaa.gov>

Dear coral-listers:

Over the weekend, an email with some inappropriate content was posted to
the coral-list and sent to all subscribers.  We would like to apologize
for the message reaching you; the person who sent it has since been
unsubscribed from coral-list, and the offending message removed from the
web archives.

We do not condone this type of inappropriate behaviour on the coral-list.

Thank you,
Louis Florit
coral-list System Administrator

-- 
Louis Florit, Research Associate
University of Miami/CIMAS
NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory
4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33149
Phone:  (305) 361-4445

From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 14:45:23 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 14:45:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>

Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Posting
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

From JandL at rivnet.net  Wed Jan 28 15:39:47 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
References: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
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From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 28 16:33:41 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:33:41 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Bonaire Job Announcement
Message-ID: <BC3D6AB5.1B574%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

The National Parks Foundation Bonaire (STINAPA Bonaire) operates the
national parks; the Washington Slagbaai National Park and the Bonaire
National Marine Park, within the Island Territory of Bonaire. At this moment
the organization has 16 employees.

The Foundation is now looking for a dynamic candidate for the challenging
position of:

MARINE PARK MANAGER M/F

As the park manager you represent the Bonaire National Marine Park and
execute the policies stipulated by the Board. You are in charge of the
management and maintenance of the Marine Park using goal-oriented guiding of
employees. 

This implies among others: coordinating, supervising and actively
participating in daily operations; initiating and guiding research and
monitoring activities and providing information in the broadest sense of the
word. As the marine park manager you are responsible for the enforcement of
the Marine Ordinance; and you participate in and promote projects with the
local community. 

The profile:
You have received at least an academic education, specialized in nature or
environmental sciences. Required are: experienced in a similar or comparable
position, leadership qualities, management skills, budget
preparation/monitoring experience, experienced in SCUBA diving and boat
handling proficiency. Furthermore you must possess excellent social and
communication skills. You have charisma and are a team player. You have good
command of written and spoken Dutch and/or English.

What we offer:
Your salary depends on education and experience. At STINAPA Bonaire
excellent benefits and terms of employment are standard.

Your reaction:
Does the above description apply to you? Send your letter by February 27
2004 accompanied by your curriculum vitae and relevant documents to:
director at stinapa.org or write to The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O. Box 368,
Bonaire, N.A. 

For more information you can call 599 717 8444

From Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us  Thu Jan 29 12:52:46 2004
From: Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us (Kosmynin, Vladimir)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 12:52:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <B4F970F70C84FD4A8630EDF4F25B08F816A3BA@tlhexsmb3.floridadep.net>

Dear Listers,

I think this is the time to talk about nomenclature of at least Atlantic reef
scleractinians, since it is not related to Stephanocoenia only.  I think Dr.
Vassil Zlatarski made very valuable point about inter-colonial variability
and transitional forms between two obvious forms - S. michelinii and
S.intersepta.  From my field and museum experience I can confirm that along
with distinctive forms there are numerous transitions.  The very same thing I
can tell about Montastraea  annularis forms.  For some strong believers of
three species in Montastraea annularis "complex" I could show transitions
both inter-colonially and intra-colonially during field work in Florida Keys
and Cuba.  The very same problem we have with Mycetophyllia species, where
along with distinctive forms of M. aliciae and M. ferox we have all
transitional forms too.  I wish Deborah Danaher will speak for that, she
invested considerable effort to figure out the borders between these two
species of Mycetophyllia.

At the same time there are at least three different forms in Montastraea
cavernosa, which I cannot recall somebody discussed. But fortunately, nobody
calls them species.

Coral taxonomy is not in favor now and is not really supported by funds; but
we have to realize that this is not just a problem of what to call this
particular coral "species" or "form".  It is more than just what to call it
when we are talking to public and bureaucracy about number of lost and
endangered species. It is a problem for management circles too.  For example,
I have received anger question why we are going to do monitoring "just on
Montastraea annularis, not also on M. faveolata and M. franksii". Well, just
because there are no such a thing as "species complex" in the International
Code of Zoological Nomenclature, and M. faveolata and M. franksii are not
appropriately established separate species.  I think we have to follow
correct existing names according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature.  Neither publication of "species" in popular books, photo
albums and reports, nor personal opinions of well-known scientists cannot be
used as a reference.  Unfortunately, in our list we see often these "species"
in use,  and it is something that confuses those who are not a taxonomist,
but working on corals.  To resolve questions about species we need further
work with each particular species, but until it is not resolved like it was
done by Australian scientists with genera Platygyra in the Pacific, species
must stay like they are according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature and correctly done revisions.

Thank you.

Vladimir N. Kosmynin, Ph.D.
Environmental Consultant
Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
e-mail: vladimir.kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us
Tel: (850)487-4471 Ext. 121
SunCom: 277-4471 Ext. 121
Fax: (850)921-6459

Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanologia, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

------------------------------

Message: 7
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land <JandL at rivnet.net>
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Cc: Vassil Zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930 at rivnet.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=WINDOWS-1252; format=flowed

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanologia, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

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From Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu  Thu Jan 29 14:45:39 2004
From: Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu (Beatriz)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 14:45:39 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
Message-ID: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>

Dear Co-listers,

Although some of you know me, I am a new member of the coral list.

I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and its effects on coral
reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very grateful.

Thank you very much in advance,

Betty

M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
Instituto de Oceanolog?a
Ave 1ra No. 18406
Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
Cuba

Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu

From Gang.Liu at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 29 16:11:56 2004
From: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov (Gang Liu)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 16:11:56 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] 
	Coral Bleaching Alert for Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Message-ID: <4019771C.25840E2@noaa.gov>

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Coral Bleaching Alert

Anomalously high sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are quickly developing
over the past few weeks over most of the Coral Sea and portions of the
Great Barrier Reef.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspote.1.27.2004.gif
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climohot.html

SSTs from two of our selected satellite monitoring sites, Davies Reef
and Heron Island, have been edging above the summertime maximum monthly
mean SST since early this month.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/CB_indices/coral_bleaching_indices.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_daviesreef_cur.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_heron_cur.html

Coral bleaching DHWs have already been accumulating through out the
Coral Sea and part of the GBR.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.27.2004.gif

Some minor bleaching has been observed at various locations in the GBR
region. The tides in the GBR are yet to relax completely and the weather
forecasts are calling for continued slack winds in the region.  Although
it is cloudy near the coast, high solar radiation persists over the
area.  These environmental conditions are favorable for the development
of intensive thermal stress, foretelling of the potential for severe
coral bleaching events in the GBR within the next few weeks.

For more information please visit Coral Reef Watch's Website:
http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html

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Any feedback you can provide is useful: both bleaching and non-bleaching
observations are welcome. Please send the feedback to Alan Strong
(Alan.E.Strong at noaa.gov) and/or Gang Liu (Gang.Liu at noaa.gov). Users are
also encouraged to use the NOAA/ReefBase collaborative online bleaching
report form to send input to our bleaching database. The form is
available at http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp

Jan 28, 2004
NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program

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From p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au  Thu Jan 29 18:58:53 2004
From: p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au (Paul Marshall)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 09:58:53 +1000 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] GBR Bleaching Conditions Update - 29 Jan 2004 
Message-ID: <1052.144.134.89.113.1075420733.squirrel@www.gbrmpa.gov.au>

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Climate Change Program is
dedicated to observing, understanding and reporting coral bleaching events
and other climate change impacts on the Great Barrier Reef. The Climate
Change Program provides regular reports on conditions on the Reef throughout
summer and publishes early warnings of increases in levels of stress or
widespread bleaching of corals. This is the fourth Current Conditions Report
for the summer of 2003/04.

Updated 29 January 2004

On the basis of current conditions and climate predictions for the summer of
2004, the threat of widespread coral bleaching for the Great Barrier Reef
(GBR) region is currently rated as HIGH. Although weather and sea
temperatures have decreased toward seasonal averages at most locations over
recent weeks, conditions are showing signs of warming again and reports of
minor or patchy bleaching have now been received from several locations.

Sea temperatures remain above average at most monitoring sites on the Great
Barrier Reef. Satellite monitoring of sea temperatures by the U.S. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates an alarming increase
in sea surface temperatures in the Coral Sea, reaching levels 1-2 degrees C
above what would be expected for this time of year. Sea surface temperatures
over the Great Barrier Reef region have also increased over the last week,
with anomalies of 0.5 to 1 degree C over much of the GBR region.
Recent conditions on the GBR region over recent weeks suggest that the
recent respite to the warming trend may be short lived. Temperatures remain
close to levels known to cause stress to corals and associated reef
organisms. Critical thresholds that are known to trigger widespread coral
bleaching have not yet been exceeded, however significant coral bleaching
can be expected if the warming trend is resumed over coming months.
Reports received through our BleachWatch program indicate that minor
bleaching of susceptible corals is occurring at locations off Port Douglas,
Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Orpheus Island and Heron Island. At some
locations, notably off Port Douglas and Cairns, the severity of bleaching
has increased over the last week. The bleaching reports received to date
indicate mostly light or patchy bleaching, although there is an indication
that stress levels are increasing at some sites. These reports do not
necessarily indicate the onset of a mass bleaching event. However more
severe bleaching could develop if sea temperatures continue to rise.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority will continue to closely
monitor the situation with the support of BleachWatch participants and in
conjunction with AIMS and NOAA.

The GBRMPA welcomes any reports of coral bleaching. If you regularly visit a
reef site, or if you have seen bleaching on the reef, we would be grateful
for your input to our BleachWatch Program.

For the full current conditions report, for information on how to join
BleachWatch, and for background information on climate change, coral
bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef, visit the GBRMPA web site:
www.gbrmpa.gov.au.

-- 
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Manager
Climate Change Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
Townsville, Australia
phone +61 7 4750 0771
fax +61 7 4772 6093
email p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Fri Jan 30 13:24:18 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:24:18 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO
	CONSERVE CORAL REEFS
Message-ID: <401AA152.9020603@noaa.gov>

NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO CONSERVE CORAL REEFS

Each year, subject to the availability of funds, NOAA publishes its
Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Funding Guidance, as authorized by
the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, to solicit proposals for coral
reef conservation activities.

Fiscal year 2004 grant pre-applications are due March 12, 2004.  See: 
http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/grants.html for the 2004 Coral Reef 
Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004 Funding Guidance.

In 2002 and 2003, the first two years of the grants program, NOAA
awarded approximately $5.5 million per year in matching grants under six
funding categories.  In 2004, NOAA is making available up to $5.59
million in matching grants, again under six funding categories.

The 2004 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004
Funding Guidance includes instructions on how to apply for funding under
the following categories, each outlined with specific applicant and
activity eligibility criteria.

    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Management;
    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Monitoring;
    # Coral Reef Ecosystem Research**(see note at end);
    # Projects to Improve or Amend Coral Reef Fishery Management Plans;
    # General Coral Reef Conservation; and
    # International Coral Reef Conservation.

For information specific to each of the above categories, please contact
the appropriate person listed in the 2004 Funding Guidance.  For overall
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program questions, please contact
Jonathan Kelsey (jonathan.kelsey at noaa.gov; 301-563-7230).

Cheers,
Jonathan Kelsey

**Funding under the Coral Reef Ecosystem Research category is on a 
different time frame.  Information on that program is available at 
http://www.nurp.noaa.gov/noaacoral.html.

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 22:08:52 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:08:52 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr Rosenberg's mail id
Message-ID: <20040131030852.11917.qmail@web14919.mail.yahoo.com>

Dear listers....

Sorry for the trouble...but this is my last place
to get the e-mail id of Dr Eugene Rosenberg.....
I tried to mail him at the address given at his
webpage....but all my mail have bounced saying
that there is error, the id does'nt exixt...or it
can't reach.....

the mail id was......
eugene at tau.ac.il

Can anyone give me the right id?????

Thanks in advance

Shashank

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alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
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From jware at erols.com  Fri Jan 30 10:18:50 2004
From: jware at erols.com (John Ware)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 10:18:50 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Is Robert Carpenter out there.
Message-ID: <401A75DA.9EA46E41@erols.com>

Dear Robert and List,

I am looking for Robert Carpenter's mailing address so that ISRS can
send him some money for the exemplary (I assume) services he has
performed for the Society.

John Ware
Treasurer, ISRS

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From vanesef at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 14:48:47 2004
From: vanesef at yahoo.com (Vanese Flood)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 11:48:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
In-Reply-To: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>
Message-ID: <20040130194847.4896.qmail@web60509.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Beatriz,
For a good review on sedimentation's effects on reefs
see:
Rogers, C.S. 1990. Response of coral reefs and reef
organisms to sedimentation. Marine Ecology Progress
Series. 62:185-202.
There are later papers also, but this is a good place
to start.
Good luck,

Vanese Flood

Department of Geology
University of Georgia

--- Beatriz <Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu> wrote:
> Dear Co-listers,
> 
> Although some of you know me, I am a new member of
> the coral list.
> 
> I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and
> its effects on coral
> reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very
> grateful.
> 
> Thank you very much in advance,
> 
> Betty
> 
> M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
> Instituto de Oceanolog?a
> Ave 1ra No. 18406
> Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
> Cuba
> 
> Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu
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From i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 20:55:17 2004
From: i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au (Ida Fellegara)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 11:55:17 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] coral-crab symbiosis
In-Reply-To: <200312291833_MC3-1-6312-1B56@compuserve.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20040102115038.025ced30@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

Hi All
I have recently noticed a couple of small, loose massive coral colonies 
that have a crab living in  a hole underneath. I have searched as coral 
symbiosis and looked at crab literature but haven't found anything

Is anybody aware of any reference about it?
thanks
Ida

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Ida Fellegara (BSc, MSc)
Ph D candidate
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Qld
ph 07 3365 7020
fax 07 3365 4755

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From S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 21:15:13 2004
From: S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au (Selina Ward)
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2004 12:15:13 +1000 
Subject: [Coral-List] Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Message-ID: <8A715E60894B5D43A3858A909C5D1895405F43@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

This year The University of Queensland, Australia is offering the Great
Barrier Reef Study Program for international and domestic students from 14
June - 13 August 2004.

The Great Barrier Reef Study Program provides students with an opportunity
for the ultimate marine education experience through a unique program
comprised of six short course options undertaken in Queensland's spectacular
marine environments, at world class research stations and on board a tall
ship. 

Three courses are taught at Heron Island Research Station on a coral cay,
two at Moreton Bay Research Station on North Stradbroke Island and one
course on board a tall ship in the Great Barrier Reef. The courses are short
intensive courses during which students will be immersed in the marine
environment. They will have daily lectures, field practical and laboratory
sessions so that they become familiar with a range of marine organisms and
processes and acquire first hand research skills through conducting short
group research projects.

The following courses are offered for 2004:
Coastal Zone Management
Marine Microscopy and Microanalysis
Biology and Oceanography of the Great Barrier Reef
Marine Neurobiology
Tropical Marine Invertebrates
Coral Reef Ecosystems

Please visit the website for detailed information and enrolment details.
www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

Dr Selina Ward
Academic Coordinator
Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
St Lucia 4072 Qld
Australia
ph 61 7 3346 9576
mob 61 410 478467
fax 61 7 33654755
email s.ward at marine.uq.edu.au
http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

From judith_mendes at hotmail.com  Fri Jan  2 09:23:44 2004
From: judith_mendes at hotmail.com (Judith Mendes)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 14:23:44 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
Message-ID: <Law15-F31ll7fnp3eEH0000b414@hotmail.com>

Dear Mark,

One difficulty with the meta-analysis you are planning is the wide variety 
of methods used to collect coral abundance data. With respect to their 
effect on the calculation of diversity the methods can be divided into two 
groups:

1. Those that estimate abundance from the projected planar area, the two 
dimensions x and z (e.g. methods with images taken from a camera/video 
camera mounted above the coral).

2. Those that estimate abundance from surface relief, the two dimensions x 
and y (e.g.
Methods in which a line or chain is draped over the coral). This means that 
the resulting abundance estimates are affected by the morphology of the 
coral species. Species with high relief e.g. Acropora will appear more 
abundant when a method that measures abundance in the xy plane is used when 
compared with their abundance estimated in the xz plane.

While this difference in the way abundance is estimated different methods 
may sound trivial, it can lead to very different estimates of diversity for 
the same location, particularly if the diversity index chosen emphasises the 
relative abundance of species in its calculation. The best book explaining 
the variety of diversity indices and the aspect of community composition 
that they emphasise (species richness or evenness/dominance) is still 
?Ecological Diversity and its Measurement? by Anne Magurran (1988). It even 
contains a nice Caribbean coral reef example from Barbados showing diversity 
increasing with depth and distance from Bridgetown, the capital, on the west 
coast of the island. This example is taken from Tomascik, T. and Sander, F 
(1987) Effects of eutrophication on reef building corals II? Mar. Biol., 
94:53-75.  I see Anne Magurran is bringing out a new book this month 
entitled ?Measuring Biological Diversity?; perhaps this will be even better 
than the original.

Some methods, such as the CARICOMP method, include an index of surface 
relief /rugosity which can be useful in addressing this issue.

I have data from 1 site on the south coast of Jamaica which you are welcome 
to have. Good luck with your meta-analysis.

Judith Mendes

>From: "Mark Vermeij" <Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov>
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
>Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 14:35:31 -0500
>
>Dear all,
>For a comparitive study I would be interested in diversity indices on coral 
>communities throughout the Caribbean bassin. I was thinking of Shannon 
>Weaver indices as they correct for "abundance", but surprisingly little can 
>be found regarding this measure related to Caribbean corals. E.g. a search 
>with google results in information on line-dancing (amongst other 
>interesting topics), but no relevant information in relation to corals was 
>found. If you have such data, or know a place were to find this, I would 
>greatly appreciate your suggestions. Basically what I'm looking for is a 
>detailed quantification of coral abundance (either through number or 
>cover), that includes the majority of corals known to be present at that 
>location. Based on this information the calculation of the SW-index for 
>this location should be simple.
>
>Thanks for your help and with best regards,
>Mark
>
>--
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>
>Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (RSMAS/UM)
>
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>Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4499 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Mon Jan  5 01:51:10 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 14:51:10 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Management Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFED7@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi coral-listers,
The Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP) is currently undergoing review.
NMP protects Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing coral reefs in the world.
It occurs in the remote North-west of Australia and is one of the few major coral reef systems occuring on the west coast of any continent. This reef is of potential World Heritage Listing and remains relatively pristine. 
The NMP proposed zoning plan has recently been released for public comment.
If you have any interest in this area or have visited it in the past now is a good opportunity to have your say.
Email me to register your interest and I will forward you the relevant documentation.
Look forward to any replies,
Best Regards,
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Mon Jan  5 09:53:10 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 08:53:10 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes [Florida
	Department 
	of Environmental Protection in the middle of the first year of an
	intense
	monitoring program to document the status of the reef] (Stuart News,
	1/4 /04)
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B19@MIAMIMX>

See excerpt below... Full article with photos can be found through the link
provided.

Happy New Year,

Bill

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St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes

   By Suzanne Wentley
      staff writer

   Stuart News
   http://www.tcpalm.com

   January 4, 2004

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

STUART -- State reef expert Walter Jaap remembered well the first time he
dove the coral reef off St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve in the late 1970s.

"I was shocked. It used to be conventional wisdom that when you were north
of Miami there wasn't much in the way of coral reefs," said Jaap, an
associate research scientist with the Florida Marine Research
Institute. "But you can find interesting coral formations up to this area."

Some Treasure Coast anglers and divers might be familiar with the area,
often referred to as Peck's Lake reef or kingfish hole.

But scientists are just starting to uncover the uniqueness of the 6-square-
mile reef, considered the northernmost of tropical coral reefs.

Biologists with the state Department of Environmental Protection are in the
middle of the first year of an intense monitoring program, designed to
document the status of the reef.

Its health can then be analyzed before and after $1.2 billion in local
Everglades restoration work is completed, to determine the impact on
natural ecosystems.

The goal -- as was the goal when local activists first persuaded Jaap and
others to focus on the reef just south of the inlet -- is to preserve its
biodiversity and beauty.

"There's just an abundant amount of wildlife there," said Mark Perry,
executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society. "Once you see it,
you just say, 'Wow.' It's something we need to preserve."

Under the sea

More than 150 species of fish and more than 200 species of invertebrates
live among the 17 different coral species found in the St. Lucie Inlet
State Preserve.

During an annual fish count at the reef -- sponsored by the DEP and
administered by the national Reef Environment Education Foundation --
volunteers saw everything from yellowtail parrotfish to loggerhead sea
turtles to a spotted eagle ray.

Soft and hard corals are found in the reef, which features the Sabellariid
worm reef -- seen also at Bathtub Reef beach park -- closer to the inlet.

As the reef stretches toward Hobe Sound, there are a variety of corals
planted on a coquina limestone known as Anastasia rock that formed 125,000
years ago after an ice age changed the sea level, Perry said.

Individual colonies of Oculina ivory bush coral, brain corals, great star
corals and sea fans -- all quite small compared to similar reefs in the
Caribbean -- cover about 1 percent of the bottom, which is only about 8 to
20 feet below the surface.

In the Keys, corals cover about 12 percent of the bottom, said Jeff Beal,
director of the DEP's Aquatic and Buffer Preserve field office, who is
coordinating monitoring efforts.

The growth, he said, is likely limited by water temperature and the wave
action that causes some of the corals to grow flat, like a pancake.

"You're at the northern limit for many of these corals," he said. "We were
surprised to discover there is a great diversity of corals down there."

Although the heads of corals are small, the reef is "very healthy here,"
Beal added.

Monitoring the reef

But the health, abundance and diversity is just starting to be documented,
despite years of great fishing that bring dozens of boats to the reef this
time of year, hoping for a Spanish mackerel that swims in a deep hole in
the middle of the reef.

"We're doing the first assessment of that reef," Beal said. "It's amazing
how many things you can see there."

After Jaap's initial dive on the site, he and another scientist wrote a
report encouraging protection of the reef. But it took until January 1988
for the state to buy the submerged lands and create a management plan for
the preserve.

"They do an annual survey of it, and they also have a bunch of volunteer
divers that go and clean it up, to make sure it's in good condition," said
John Griner, preserve manager. "We don't have a large staff to monitor it."

Instead, Beal and a former state scientist, Cindy Lott, met with Jaap to
collect baseline data for the reef.

Using digital video cameras, the scientists shot underwater videos along
pre-determined lines. They counted and identified the species, then logged
the information to compare each year.

Already, the scientists have three lines permanently installed, with plans
to install at least a dozen.

"We want to pick areas with high coral abundance," Beal said. "We want to
see how much does the St. Lucie (Canal) water, how much does that affect
the reef."

That information could be used to gauge the effectiveness of local
Everglades restoration efforts, he added.

Preservation plans

There is more to saving the reef than monitoring.

In the next few years, state preserve officials plan to install anchor
buoys so boats visiting the area won't damage the reef with anchors.

Until then, Perry recommends that boaters be wary of the reef when dropping
anchor.

"It's simple. You can see the reef from the surface because it's shallow,"
he said. "You want to look for a nice, sandy area. It helps a lot."

Long-term plans for the preserve also include creating a visible boundary
around the reef. Spearfishing is not allowed in the preserve.

Perry also suggested anglers be careful not to break their line on the
rock, because excess fishing line and dropped nets cause hazards for
underwater dwellers.

"The best thing is to use a round sinker, and use it right off the bottom
not to get tangled in the rocks," he said.

As state scientists continue their monitoring, they hope to create a list --
 with pictures -- of all the species that can be found underwater, helping
divers and snorkelers to better appreciate the area's natural wonders.

"It's very easy to break corals, to undo years of growth," Beal
said. "There's a whole community around them. It's a really neat place."

...

- suzanne.wentley at scripps.com

Reef dwellers

Some of the species found at St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve:

 - Cocoa damselfish (www.reefnews.com/reefnews/news/v05n05/cocoad.html)
The damselfish, commonly found in the Caribbean, eats algae growing on
tropical corals and uses the area for breeding.

 - Long-spined black sea urchin
(coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/diadema.html)
This species of sea urchin experienced a major die-off in the Caribbean in
the 1980s, but have a healthy population here.

 - Great star coral
(www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/southflorida/coral/profiles.html#great)
Impressive colonies of this tropical coral are large enough to be very old
and stable.

 - Mutton snapper (indianriver.fl.us/fishing/fish/snapmutt.html)
Because spearfishing is illegal within the preserve boundary, snapper and
other game fish are able to grow and feed among the reef.

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

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From taz9911 at hotmail.com  Mon Jan  5 21:40:43 2004
From: taz9911 at hotmail.com (Wendy Chen)
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2004 02:40:43 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
Message-ID: <Sea2-F51v5PispynCjW0001dc67@hotmail.com>

   Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with
   pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my
   controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The
   glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4
   days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I
   get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months,
   I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same,
   but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else
   has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis
   settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a
   Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help
   would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Wendy Chen
   aka Woon Jaye Chen
     _________________________________________________________________

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From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 10:38:55 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107103823.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Greetings,
   I  would  appreciate  it  if you would make your students aware of our
   Tropical  Marine  Biology  summer  course  that  will  be  held at Lee
   Stocking  Island, Bahamas during July 19 - August 2, 2004. We can take
   a total of 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served
   basis.  Students  will  receive  4  semester  hours  of college credit
   (undergraduate or graduate) as long as the course is approved by their
   home  institution.  More  information about the course can be found at
   the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/T
   MB_Home_Page.html
   Thanks for your help!
   Cheers,
   Danny Gleason

   PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW
   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/TMB_Home_Page.html
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From tlsnell at buffalo.edu  Wed Jan  7 13:33:04 2004
From: tlsnell at buffalo.edu (tlsnell at buffalo.edu)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 13:33:04 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
Message-ID: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites 
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this 
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic 
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate 
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.  

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking 
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to 
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific 
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate 
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were 
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to 
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of 
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure 
coral-specificity. 

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260

From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 15:17:53 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 15:17:53 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107151731.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology

   Funding is available at Georgia Southern University (GSU) starting May
   1, 2004 to support a Master's student for the summer to participate in
   studies  of  the  benthic  invertebrate  fauna of Gray's Reef National
   Marine  Sanctuary. The successful applicant will be expected to assist
   with  two  projects related to this group of organisms: 1) development
   of  a web-based field guide and 2) assessment of recruitment processes
   to  the  benthos. Abstracts for both of these projects can be obtained
   at the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   The  successful  applicant  will  also  be  expected to enter the M.S.
   program   in   Biology  at  GSU  in  fall  2004  and  will  develop  a
   hypothesis-driven   research   project   based  on  organisms  in  the
   Sanctuary.  Scuba  diving  certification is required and an ability to
   work   in   rough  sea  conditions  is  highly  preferred.  Successful
   applicants  will  receive  funding for the summer ($3,000) and will be
   supported  during  fall  and  spring semesters on either a teaching or
   research assistantship (type of support dependent on availability).

   Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore
   live-bottom   reefs  off  the  coast  of  Georgia  and  is  a  popular
   recreational  fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5
   nautical  miles  off  Sapelo  Island,  Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth
   range,  and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains
   a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house
   invertebrates,  such  as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea
   stars,  crabs,  lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also
   attracts  numerous  species  of  fishes,  including  black  sea  bass,
   snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

   Interested students should submit a resume, undergraduate transcripts,
   a statement of interest and career goals, and two letters of reference
   to  Danny Gleason, Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University,
   P.O.  Box  8042,  Statesboro,  GA  30460-8042.  The  recipient will be
   selected  from the pool of applicants who have submitted all materials
   by February 20, 2004. More information about the Department of Biology
   at  GSU  can  be  found  at [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/ and
   information   on   applying   to  graduate  school  can  be  found  at
   [3]http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/

   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [4]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/
   3. http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/
   4. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From fpl at circop.com  Wed Jan  7 16:21:26 2004
From: fpl at circop.com (Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 22:21:26 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] In'l Coral Reefs Conf of Paris (CIRCoP 2) : looking
	for Talks & Movies
Message-ID: <00a701c3d564$3f08e7e0$0500a8c0@27.32.5.free.fr>

Dear listers, 

After a great first edition end of Jan 2003, the International Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris (CIRCoP) will open their doors once again on March the 19th & 20th 2005.

This general public event has been created to allow scientists to share knowledge and passion about Coral Reefs with Divers, Reef Aquarists, Sea Lovers and General Public. 

This second edition will occur in one of the most famous venue in Paris : the "City of Sciences". This place, with 2 big theatres, 8 sessions rooms, and 2000 m2 of exposition area, should allow us to welcome about 4000 people during a Week-End. Organized around 16 main talks & 16 movies, CIRCoP 2 should also provide 16 aquaria specific talks for hobbists, 16 aquaria talks for professionals, and 16 talks for divers. Tour operators, Aquaria equipment makers, photos and videos should also create a lot of animation, and much more...

We are now starting to work on the program, and we are looking for talks and movies dealing with topic of interest for our visitors.
If you would like to be part of the lecturer team, please suggest one or more potential talk, with 5 lines of description. Please also explain from where you would come from (country and town/airport)
If you have professional quality movie(s) about coral reefs that you would like to show, please tell us. 

Talks and movies should talk about thing like : 
a.. Coral Reefs : Status, Protection, Restoration, Reef Life,...
a.. Aquaria : Techniques, Captive propagation, Animal Care & Description 
a.. Travels and Diving : Where to go, what to see, how to learn about Reefs, how to protect them 

For more information, please refer to : 
- the official web site : www.circop.com
- Lecturers Information :  http://www.circop.com/CIRCoP2005/US/LecturerConditions.html

Many thanks in advance for your replies, 

Best Regards & Wishes for this new Year
Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert
www.reefkeepers.net
www.circop.com

From phmontoya at hotmail.com  Wed Jan  7 21:39:43 2004
From: phmontoya at hotmail.com (Phanor Montoya Maya)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 21:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Looking for information on coral reproduction
Message-ID: <000301c3d590$abe90d50$ca985dc8@phanor>

Dear coral list suscribers,
 
Can anyone help me find information about coral reproduction?
 
I want to answer the following questions:
 
Which Caribbean corals are brooding species and which ones are broadcast
species?
How long does it take for the planula to settle? For brooding and
broadcast species?
 
Thank you in advance for the help you can give me.
 
 
Phanor Montoya Maya
Director Ejecutivo
Fundaci?n Bucea Colombia
www.buceacolombia.org
correo at buceacolombia.org
Telefono: 300 6122392
Fax: 3232668
 

From alcolado at ama.cu  Thu Jan  8 09:55:24 2004
From: alcolado at ama.cu (Pedro Alcolado)
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 2004 09:55:24 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Need Nike Bianchi's e-mail address
Message-ID: <004301c3d5f7$7e18d1a0$b65da8c0@ama.cu>

Dear coralisters,
First of all, have all of you a happy new year plenty of scientific success.
I would appreciate to receive from some of you Nike Bianchi's e-mail address. Thank you very much.
Pedro

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Thu Jan  8 13:17:54 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Meandrinas
Message-ID: <Sea2-F34yEXUIEAOeIi000382fd@hotmail.com>

   Hi  Everybody,  I  am  working  with  the genus Meandrina. I have been
   collecting  morphometric,population-level  and  reproductive  data for
   over  a  year  now.  I  borrowed  the  holotype specimen (the only one
   available)  of  Goreaugyra  memorialis fron the Smithsonian Museum and
   done  some  morphometrics.  Zlatarsky  used  the  descriptin  of  this
   specimen  and  synonymized   it  with  Meandrina memorialis. There are
   morphological  differences  between  what we are calling M. memorialis
   here  in  Puerto  Rico  and  other Caribbean sites and the holotype of
   G.memorialis.However,  no  statistical  inferences  could be made with
   justone  specimen.  I  was wondering if anybody has seen, photographed
   and  or  collected another specimen (s) of Goreaugyra anywhere else is
   the  wider  Caribbean  or  even  outside  this  area  (Brasil??). I am
   including a photo of Goreaugyra memorialis

   Thanks

   Jorge Pinz?n
     _________________________________________________________________

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From Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:08:09 2004
From: Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov (Lindsey C Williams)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:08:09 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available
Message-ID: <3FFDAA99.6E4652A3@noaa.gov>

Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available

Proceedings from the June 18 - 20, 2003 Coral Reefs, Climate and Coral
Bleaching workshop are now available on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
website (www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm).

At its 8th meeting in October 2002, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
(USCRTF) passed two resolutions highlighting the impacts of climate and
coral bleaching on coral reefs.  The first resolution on ?Coral Reefs
and Climate Change? called for an interagency, public/private
partnership to advance understanding and management of this issue.  A
second resolution identified climate change and coral bleaching as one
of six priority threats to U.S. reefs and encouraged development of
three-year local action strategies by State/Territory and Federal
partners to address the problem.

In response to these resolutions, the Department of Commerce (NOAA),
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Department of the Interior
(DOI) organized a stakeholder workshop to explore collaborative
approaches to better understand and address threats to coral reefs
associated with climate, with special emphasis on coral bleaching.

Participants included over 100 scientists and managers from U.S.
federal, State and Territorial government, NGOs, academia, and
international agencies currently active in understanding and managing
coral reefs in a changing climate. The three-day workshop addressed the
latest science on climate change and coral bleaching, reviewed current
efforts to develop management strategies in the context of coral
bleaching, and discussed ways to better integrate science and management
information to address the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Visit www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm to view the
Proceedings. Please contact Felipe Arzayus with any questions
(Felipe.Arzayus at noaa.gov).

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:16:42 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
Message-ID: <3FFDAC9A.A397CA55@noaa.gov>

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.

Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118

                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
             1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
             CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to announce
the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral reef
conservation.

The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This award
is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
initiatives.

This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on coral
reef management initiatives with an agency member of the USCRTF.  In
this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a location to
be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be flown to
Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at the next
USCRTF meeting.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements:
? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on coral
reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully completed the
sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy or science with
emphasis on coral reefs;
? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, or
Hawaii.

Application Selection Timetable

Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST

Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004

Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
(*pending availability)

Application Material

All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit the
following material:
? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
? Resume.
? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship will
benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in your
island.

Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:

USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
c/o Shane Guan
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov

Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
Fax: 301-713-4389

Contact
For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
above address.

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From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Fri Jan  9 06:21:20 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:21:20 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Climate Conference - abstract reminder
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE4230299C2B5@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear all

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Happy New Year to you all. This is a reminder to those of you who have
not yet sent in abstracts for the conference that the deadline for
submission is the end of January 2004 (see full details below).
Registration details, with forms and example abstract can be found at:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts as soon as possible. Here is
a reminder of the timetable for the conference - note the deadline for
abstracts:

 

Call for abstracts: September 2003

 

Deadline for abstracts: 31st Jan 2004

 

Programme details online: 31st March 2004

 

Early registration deadline: 31st May 2004

 

Freshwater Biological Association Annual Meeting: 19th-20th July 2004

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems conference: 21st-23rd July 2004

 

Due to our aim in providing an integrated conference where all
participants can hear all talks, and the potential high interest in this
conference, there is likely to be some competition for oral presentation
slots. Contributors are therefore encouraged to:

 

1.	target their presentations (and thus abstracts) to be as
accessible as possible to the wide range of participants at the
conference
2.	present a broad picture or synthesis of ideas within a
particular field fitting to the overarching theme of the conference (for
local studies, it would therefore be beneficial for presenters to put
their work firmly in a global context).
3.	keep abstracts within the word limit and to use the format given
4.	to have the abstracts in before the deadline 

 

The organising committee will review all abstracts the week after the
deadline and select presentations for each of the themed sessions of the
conference to complement the plenary speakers. Oral presentations will
be chosen to give as full range of topics as possible over the
conference. All participants submitting abstracts for an oral
presentation that are not accepted for a talk will be offered to present
as a poster instead.

 

For all communication on the conference, please use the following
conference email:

 

climate at plymouth.ac.uk <mailto:climate at plymouth.ac.uk> 

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts & registration forms and
seeing many of you here in Plymouth in July.

 

Yours,

 

Martin

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Fri Jan  9 11:00:05 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:00:05 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B5F@MIAMIMX>

FYI - Sorry for any cross-postings.

-----Original Message-----
From: John F. Valentine [mailto:jvalentine at disl.org] 
To: Precht, Bill
Subject: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]

Dear Friends,

As you develop your travel plans for the coming year, we hope that you
will consider participating in the upcoming Benthic Ecology Meeting
which will be held March 25-28 in Mobile, Alabama.  To help you with
your planning, we are announcing the posting of the 2004 Benthic Ecology
Meeting website which can now be found on the internet at
http://bem.disl.org.  On this site, you will find descriptions of the
registration and abstract submittal processes, t-shirts and, of course,
a lively social gathering.  In addition, you will find links to the
meeting hotel, travel web sites and the meeting organizers.  When you
have a moment take a look.  We encourage you to book your rooms and send
in your registrations as soon as possible, in order that we can better
plan our annual event.  In the mean time, we stand by to answer any
questions you have about the upcoming meeting.

John F. Valentine - jvalentine at disl.org

-- 
john f. valentine
101 bienville blvd.
dauphin island sea lab &
university of south alabama
dauphin island, al. 35628
office #: 251-861-7546
fax #: 251-861-7540
email: jvalentine at disl.org
disl website: www.disl.org

From raronson at disl.org  Fri Jan  9 12:04:08 2004
From: raronson at disl.org (Rich Aronson)
Date: Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:04:08 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
Message-ID: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>

The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
 
For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004

-- 
_____________________________
Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
Senior Marine Scientist
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA

voice: 251-861-7567
fax:   251-861-7540
_____________________________

From Billy.Causey at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 10 12:08:35 2004
From: Billy.Causey at noaa.gov (Billy Causey)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 12:08:35 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement from The Natura Conservancy
Message-ID: <40003192.8EB28FBB@noaa.gov>

The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Last Great Places

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Marine Habitat Leader
SUPERVISOR: Director, Global Priorities Group
LOCATION:  open
DATE POSTED: December 18, 2003

The Marine Habitat Leader is a new, estimated 12-month position
developed to lead The Nature Conservancy in setting outcome-based
conservation goals, including priority conservation strategies and
places, for all of the world?s marine biomes ? called Major Habitat
Types.  Marine goals will be informed by global scientific assessments
of habitat status, threat and conservation progress, and calibrated
against advancements to be made through TNC and partner efforts.  The
objective of this position is to conduct an expansive and inclusive
process that builds both institutional support and partner engagement
for the conservation of the world?s marine ecoregions.  Responsibilities
include: 1) leading a science-driven assessment of each Marine Major
Habitat Type that culminates in an authoritative ?state of the habitat?
report;  2) conducting a conservation gap analysis to identify priority
areas and priority strategies; 3) articulating initial habitat goals for
TNC; 4) facilitating the establishment of longer-range goals for
relevant TNC programs; 5) contributing to a framework to help inform
Conservancy FY06 planning; and 6) making structural or process-related
recommendations relevant to implementation of these goals.

The Marine Habitat Leader will work with four other habitat leaders to
lead TNC in setting comprehensive conservation goals for all Major
Habitat Types.  In addition, the Marine Leader will ensure integration
and collaboration with the Marine Initiative in both the design and
execution of this process.  Within that broader framework, the Marine
Leader will provide overall leadership on behalf of TNC for Marines
Major Habitat Type goal setting.  It is conceivable that TNC might
co-lead each process with individuals from other institutions.
Specific duties require building and managing a small core ad hoc team
of partners, key TNC staff, senior managers, trustees/Board of
Governors, and Global Priority Group (GPG) staff.   The Marine Leader is
expected to work with other habitat leaders to identify crosscutting
issues and ensure consistent methods.  The Leader will work closely with
the GPG on data management and analysis, mapping, and the overall
process.  The Leader ensures the goal-setting process for marine
habitats remains within budget.  The Director of Global Priorities
supervises the Marine Habitat Leader.

DUTIES:

1. Advance habitat goal-setting for marine within a broader
organizational effort that will set coherent goals and define priorities
for all Major Habitat Types organized under five different habitat
groups (grasslands, deserts, freshwater, marine, and forests).
Collaborate with other Habitat Leaders to ensure learning across groups
and to balance efforts and priorities across and between groups.
2. Work with other institutions to conduct global habitat assessments,
insuring the use of existing information to document and analyze the
status, distribution, threats, geographic priorities, dominant
strategies, level of conservation investments and established
international goals, and gaps relevant to Marine Major Habitat Types.
3. Solicit input from the field to produce a preliminary draft outline
of TNC specific goals, outcomes, priorities and approach to gaps for
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4. Facilitate a habitat conference with field practitioners from TNC,
trustees, key partners, and potential donors to peer-review a draft
?state of the habitat report?, to refine initial recommendations for TNC
goals and priorities, to galvanize goal setting for programs across TNC,
and to build networks of collaboration across practitioners.
5. Finalize a global context and conservation vision for all Marine
Major Habitat Types (in the form of the state of the habitat report),
including TNC?s goals and contributions to the vision with relevant
measures, clear organizational priorities for discretionary resources,
and collective commitments overall organization.
6. Recommend ongoing operational or structural implications of pursuing
conservation goals for Marine Major Habitat Types.

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familiarity with Marine biogeography. At least 10 years experience in
the conservation field and applying ecological concepts to conservation
decision-making or biodiversity management, particularly as it relates
to Marine habitats.
2. Highly skilled at effective communication with diverse people and
institutions. Experience translating information and ideas between
disciplines or stakeholder groups and excellent speaking and writing
skills required.  Past success in marketing concepts and approaches to
various audiences in building positive and lasting relationships with
people and organizations.
3. Track record of delivering results in a complex process.   Proven
understanding of how organizations work and of how to design program
structures and functions to accomplish specific goals. Ability to
operate effectively in a non-confrontational style in diverse
institutional settings.  Comfort with ambiguity and institutional
change.
4. Excellent management skills.  Knows how to set priorities well,
manage an ad hoc with no direct management authority, and manage
finances.  Able to set and fulfill meaningful goals and objectives, to
develop realistic schedules, to anticipate and solve programmatic or
people-related problems, and to objectively measure performance against
goals and institute changes when merited.
5. Works well independently but is also a good team player.  Able to
accomplish individual and programmatic goals while making a significant
contribution to the broader goals of the organization.
6. Strong commitment to conservation.
7. Willingness to travel frequently, often on short notice.

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From dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in  Fri Jan  9 22:19:29 2004
From: dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in (DUGONG)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 08:49:29 +0530
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <000001c3d728$b4978b40$516c41db@aaa>

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU CHARLIE VERON.
All members of INDIAN SOCIETY FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES Congratulates Charlie
Veron for winning the Darwin Melal for his excellent contributions to the
coral reef research in the world.

Dr K. VENKATARAMAN
General Secretary
Indian Society for Coral Reef Studies
C/o Marine Biological Station
Zoological Survey of India
130, Santhome High Road
Chennai 600 028 India
----- Original Message -----
From: Rich Aronson <raronson at disl.org>
To: Coral List <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal

> The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
> Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
> International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
> member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
> her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
> Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
> the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
> Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
> ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
> elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
> at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
> Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
> Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
> scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
>
> For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
> see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
>
> --
> _____________________________
> Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
> Senior Marine Scientist
> Dauphin Island Sea Lab
> 101 Bienville Boulevard
> Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA
>
> voice: 251-861-7567
> fax:   251-861-7540
> _____________________________
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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 12:00:42 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 11:00:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV249CieJTjLP000235e0@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on
performance)

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
Headquarters)

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring
protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
organization with the following goals:

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the
private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and
economically sustainable solutions.

 Scope and Functions:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
duties may include:

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions.
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
their reefs.

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
the environment is preferred.

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
conserve coral reef ecosystems.

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 09:52:51 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 10:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] G. memorialis
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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 12:57:19 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 11:57:19 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Addendum to Reef Check Belize position
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV58jSpeU8g5P0001a576@hotmail.com>

Hello to all, a few clarifications concerning the open position at Reef
Check Belize:

  1.. I failed to mention that the successful applicant will be a Belizean,
as we are trying to build up local capacity for our program.

  2.. Additionally, the proposed salary may have been a bit misleading as it
is based on the Belizean local scale.

Sorry for any inconvenience, but I wanted to clarify those points and save
some confusion later.

Thanks,

Robyn Woodman

----- Original Message -----
From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
To: "Coral List" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:00 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available

>
>
>
> Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
> Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
> Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based
on
> performance)
>
>
>
> Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
> Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
> Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
> Background
>
> Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based
monitoring
> protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
> Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
> 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
> time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
> organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
> and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and
the
> private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
> reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound
and
> economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
> Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
> Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
> implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
> duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training
sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
> Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check
Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
> government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
> their reefs.
>
>
>
>
> Qualifications
> 1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
> the environment is preferred.
>
> 2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
> 3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
> 4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
> 5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
> conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
> 6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
> Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
> Applications
> Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
> (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
> Green Reef
>
> Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
> 100 Coconut Drive
>
> San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
> Belize, Central America
>
> Office: ++501.226.2833
>
> Home: ++501.226.3174
>
> E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Sun Jan 11 23:51:31 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:51:31 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
References: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>
Message-ID: <00c101c3d8c7$c0f8acc0$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Where can one find out about coral genetic work and its application, or
potential use, as a marine protected area management tool?

Is there someone I can 'talk' to about this? Or perhaps some literature
somewhere. Unfortunately working in the Philppines imposes some limitations
on how much good literature I can get a hold of!

Thanking you all in adavnce!

Jeff Archer

Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations
Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf
West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales 2222
Philippines

Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223
Direct: +63 47 252 8982
Fax: +63 47 252 9000
Mobile: +63 920 900 9770
Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph
Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph
Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tlsnell at buffalo.edu>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 2:33 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure
coral-specificity.

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260
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From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Mon Jan 12 02:06:08 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:08 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
References: <Sea2-F8wVRL5eHVVHZR0001fa63@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <01ec01c3d8da$8ecf8260$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Try to minimise light, especially red spectrum stuff. Maybe keep it in the dark. Diatoms will still settle and the biofilm will still develop, hopefully in the absence of green algae.

Good luck

Jeff
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Wendy Chen 
  To: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 2:29 PM
  Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates

  Thanks for the insight. I tried to leave my glassware to soak in seawater longer, but I was getting a lot of green seaweed growing on it. It was very difficult trying to take that out without taking the biofilm at all. When I left the seaweed in, the larve died within a half a day even in the control that only had filter seawater. I think that my problem may be that there is no water movement in the glass containers. I need to find a way to create some type of movement, no matter how minimal. I will try that out next week. Thanks again. 

  Wendy Chen 
  aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  >From: "OA - JArcher" 
  >Reply-To: "OA - JArcher" 
  >To: "Wendy Chen" 
  >Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  >Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:39:13 +0800 
  > 
  >I don't have a lot of experience, but I find that if you age the settlement 
  >plates a little more than a few days,  then the consistancy of results 
  >improves - to a certain extent, and with limitations. I feel that the 
  >problem may lie in the initial competition/succession rates of the pioneer 
  >species, with patchy cover of biofilm due to competition and growth rates of 
  >any of the multiple species of bacteria that colonise. I find that if we 
  >leave plates longer, then we get a good cover of bacteria and a usually a 
  >stable cover of diatoms on top of that. This also provides good food for our 
  >own needs in terms of culturing corals, echinoderm and holothurian larve. 
  > 
  >It also depends on the nature of the substrate you are using. New Cement or 
  >firbous plates contains leachates which are found in varying concentrations 
  >around the surface which may have an inhibitory effect on subsequent 
  >colonisation and growth. 
  > 
  >Jeff Archer 
  > 
  >Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations 
  >Ocean Adventure 
  >Camayan Wharf 
  >West Ilanin Forest Area 
  >Subic Bay Freeport Zone 
  >Zambales 2222 
  >Philippines 
  > 
  >Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223 
  >Direct: +63 47 252 8982 
  >Fax: +63 47 252 9000 
  >Mobile: +63 920 900 9770 
  >Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph 
  > 
  > 
  > 
  >----- Original Message ----- 
  >From: "Wendy Chen" 
  >To: 
  >Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:40 AM 
  >Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  > 
  > 
  > > 
  > >    Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with 
  > >    pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my 
  > >    controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The 
  > >    glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4 
  > >    days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I 
  > >    get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months, 
  > >    I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same, 
  > >    but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else 
  > >    has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis 
  > >    settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a 
  > >    Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help 
  > >    would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 
  > >    Wendy Chen 
  > >    aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  > >      _________________________________________________________________ 
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From kadatschu at web.de  Mon Jan 12 13:36:25 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:36:25 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
Message-ID: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral-Listers, 

I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific Scleractians especially in the area of Panama 
in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of coral larvae settlement .
Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region? 
Are there any known brooding species?
What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?

I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!

Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!

Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!

Holger Anlauf

From joshua at nova.edu  Mon Jan 12 15:06:58 2004
From: joshua at nova.edu (Joshua Feingold)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
In-Reply-To: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20040112150156.00b050f0@pop.nova.edu>

There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter 
Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at 
Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.

Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also 
published in Marine Biology.
1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J. 
Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral 
reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos 
Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.

I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and 
methods section therein.

Cheers,

Joshua Feingold

At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>
>I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific 
>Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
>in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of 
>coral larvae settlement .
>Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
>Are there any known brooding species?
>What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
>
>I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
>
>Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
>
>Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
>
>Holger Anlauf
>
>_______________________________________________
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From s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 12 19:06:09 2004
From: s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au (Shelley Anthony)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 08:18:38 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

 

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

 

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on performance)

 

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

 

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef Headquarters)

 

 

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental organization with the following goals:

 

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and economically sustainable solutions. 
 

 Scope and Functions:

 

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the duties may include:  

 

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions. 
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.  
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage their reefs. 
 

 

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to the environment is preferred.  

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.   

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision. 

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to conserve coral reef ecosystems. 

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required. 

 

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

 

 

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833  

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:39:31 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:39:31 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Southern Stingray observations
Message-ID: <001101c3d9eb$70ca6480$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear Coral Listers,

I was wondering if anyone could help on an occurance we have noted here in the Bahamas. In the last two days we have observed 3 dead juvenile (approx 30cm wing span)  Southern Stingrays on the beach adjacent to us. Although subject to strong winds in this area, the days preceeding the finds were calm. Two dolphins were seen in the area subsequently and I was wondering if this may be the cause of the unusual strandings?? No bite marks were noted though our resident turkey vultures had clearly had a feast!

Has anyone seen anything similar or does anyone have any suggestions as to why this may have occurred?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:47:06 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:47:06 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Discarding glass in the ocean
Message-ID: <002101c3d9ec$7fc23890$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear coral listers, 

I have heard that discarding smashed glass in the ocean may be a viable option to recycling the material in remote areas with no viable alternatives to recycling or adequate lanfill control. Any opinions??? We are located near the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep trench 6000ft + in the Bahamas and would like to consider this method if found to be agreeable. 

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science Co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

001242 368 6288

From lou_sileo at usgs.gov  Tue Jan 13 12:12:42 2004
From: lou_sileo at usgs.gov (Louis Sileo)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 11:12:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral fixative
Message-ID: <OF69F7ADBB.842C41F5-ON86256E1A.005E3ECE@er.usgs.gov>

Shelly -- Shawn Mclaughlin and Kathy Price at the NOAA lab in Oxford MD
have been using a product called 'Z Fixative' with seeming good results.
This  is a brand name.  If you are unable to contact them directly, get
back to me at lou_sileo at usgs.gov and I will put you in touch with them.

Lou Sileo
USGS, National Wildlife Health Center
lou_sileo at usgs.gov
608-270-2461

From ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 13 12:19:11 2004
From: ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca (ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 12:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] short-term employment
Message-ID: <1074014351.4004288fa3270@webmail.mcgill.ca>

Dear All,

I am a recently graduated M.Sc. student from McGill University, Montreal,
Canada. I am currently seeking short-term employment (4-6 months). 

For my Master?s thesis, I studied coral reef fish ecology and my undergraduate
and graduate course-work focused on aquatic conservation. My field experience
is extensive. I worked as a field assistant in a Beech-Maple forest, I
conducted an independent study on fish competition in Barbados, I participated
in a semester long program in Panama and I spent 8 months in Barbados
collecting data for my Master?s thesis (accomplishing over 200 dives). I have
also been involved in scientific education initiatives in Panama and have
taught undergraduate level biology students. I am comfortable with statistics,
a wide range of computer programs and have a working knowledge of ArcView 3.2a.
I am fully bilingual in French and English and am competent in Spanish (spoken/
reading). I would be available as of January and I am willing to travel.

If you know of any opportunities (or have one for me), please contact me and I
can send you my full C.V.

Thank you very much for your time,

Ingrid Morgan

ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca

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From kadatschu at web.de  Tue Jan 13 21:57:31 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 18:57:31 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Mistake in email adress in Question about coral
	spawning!
Message-ID: <007a01c3da4b$2a9f2120$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral list, 

Thanks for the replies to far. 

There was a mistake in my email address that needs to be corrected. 

It is holger.anlauf at stud.uni-rostock.de !!!

Best wishes 

Holger Anlauf

From szmanta at uncw.edu  Tue Jan 13 14:03:11 2004
From: szmanta at uncw.edu (Szmant, Alina)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 14:03:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <4E15FCC7981F7A4CA5AA0DEF4B2141C9054231C9@UNCWMAILVS2.dcs.uncw.edu>

Hi Shelley:

I used a fixative called Helly's [also known as Zenkers when made as below with the ZnCl2] for many years and it works well for corals:

1000 gm Zn Cl2
500 gm K dichromate
20 L distilled water

Above is stable indefinitely.  For use, add 5 ml of formaldehyde (37 to 40 %) to each 100 ml of Helly's

Decalcification is critical to getting good coral tissue preps.  The folowing is better than straight HCl solutions:

0.7 gm/L EDTA
0.008 gm/L KNa tartrate
0.14 gm/L Na tartrate
99.2 ml/L conc. HCl (12N)

Change acid at least twice per day and keep removing crud from decalcifying surfaces (endolithic sponges, etc).  Wash for ca. 12 with running tap water (overnight) to remove acid before dehydrating to embed, etc.

Techniques were learned from PaulYevich, US EPA and found in a short  technical manual that is not generally available and I am not sure if it was published:

Yevich, P and C. Barszcz.  1981.  Preparation of aquatic animals for histopathological examination.  US EPA, Environmental Monitoring and Support Laboratory, Cincinnati Ohio USA

******************************************************************* 
Dr. Alina M. Szmant 
Coral Reef Research Group 
Professor of Biology 
Center for Marine Science 
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 
5600  Marvin K. Moss Lane 
Wilmington  NC  28409-5928 
tel  (910)962-2362  fax  (910)962-2410 
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Anthony
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 7:06 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

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From scip9051 at nus.edu.sg  Wed Jan 14 09:41:38 2004
From: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg (James Rolfe Guest)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 22:41:38 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
Message-ID: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>

Hi Shelley,

You're right when you say there is no standardised method for histological processing of coral tissue. I'm not sure if there is one optimal method that can be applied in any situation. Personally, I think it is better to apply the most appropriate method for the job in hand. 

The most common method is to use 10% seawater formalin, embed in parafin wax and stain with Mayer's Haemotoxilin and Eosin. I have been looking at the gametogenic cycles of certain corals and got better results from using a 5% seawater-formalin-Zenker's fixative (add 50g zinc chloride, 25g potassium dichromate per litre of solution) and stain with Aniline Blue/Azocarmine G as used by Glynn et al (1994), Marine Biology 118 p 191-208. A really useful book with many fixation and staining techniques is Luna (1968) Manual of histological staining methods of the armed forces institute of pathology, 3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. 

If you plan to do histopathology combined with molecular techniques (e.g. fluorescent in situ hybridisation) you might fix with 4% paraformaldehyde. Gluteraldehyde/Osmium gives very good preservation and is generally used for doing EM work, but has been used for examination of coral diseases by light microscopy, see Bythell et al (2002) Histopathological methods for the investigation of microbial communities associated with disease lesions in reef corals LETT APPL MICROBIOL 34 (5): 359-364.

I hope these comments are useful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

James    

Message: 2
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301 at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

James R. Guest
PhD Research Scholar
Marine Biology Laboratory
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
Blk S2, 14 Science Drive 4
Singapore
117543
Tel: (65) 68746867
E-mail: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg
 

From brumba at amnh.org  Wed Jan 14 12:33:10 2004
From: brumba at amnh.org (Dan Brumbaugh)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 12:33:10 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] postdoc opportunity: marine GIS modeling in support of
 MPA research
Message-ID: <p06020400bc2b26e0bb9f@[172.16.14.139]>

   Apologies  for  cross-postings.   Please  feel  free to forward to any
   possible candidates.  Questions and applications should be directed to
   Ned Horning <horning at amnh.org>.  Thanks.

   DRAFT - anticipated vacancy
   
   MARINE GIS MODELER Post-Doc/Consultant
   CENTER FOR BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION, AMNH
   The   American   Museum   of   Natural  History's  (AMNH)  Center  for
   Biodiversity  and  Conservation (CBC) seeks a person with training and
   knowledge of the application of remote sensing, Geographic Information
   Systems,  and  GIS  modeling  for  habitat modeling in tropical marine
   environments.   The  Modeler will be expected to assist in development
   and  implementation  of  habitat models with staff from the Center for
   Biodiversity and Conservation and collaborators at other institutions.
   Qualifications
   Candidates  must  have a Ph.D. degree with a strong grounding in model
   development,  marine  environmental  science, and experience in remote
   sensing  and  GIS.  The ideal candidate would have a strong background
   in  species  distribution  modeling  as  well  as  field experience in
   tropical  coastal  and other marine environments.  The individual must
   work  well  independently and collaboratively, and have strong writing
   and  communication  skills,  including  the  ability to explain remote
   sensing and GIS to conservation practitioners and the public.
   Responsibilities and Duties

   The  position's  primary task will entail working with the GIS Program
   Manager,  Marine  Program  Manager  (and Principle Investigator of the
   Bahamas    Biocomplexity    Project   [BBP];   see   brief   overview:
   http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/center/programs/marine.html),
   BBP  collaborators,  and  CBC  Director to develop and utilize habitat
   models  that support further studies on the design of marine protected
   areas (MPAs) and MPA networks.  Model development will involve the use
   of  the  best  available  biophysical datasets for the entire Bahamian
   archipelago   as   well  as  the  generation  of  additional  datasets
   (especially from satellite imagery) where needed.  One of the specific
   goals of this work is to be able to predict important nursery habitats
   for certain fish and invertebrate species of interest.
   Responsibilities   will  include  data  management,  data  processing,
   modeling, and visualization (raster, vector, and tabular).
   Although  the position may initially be offered as a short-term (i.e.,
   less  than a year) contract, arrangements for full-time postdoc status
   (probably 1-2 years) are pending.
   Electronic   applications,   including  current  curriculum  vitae,  a
   narrative statement of program interests, and full contact information
   for three references should be sent to:
   Ned Horning
   Remote Sensing/GIS Program Manager

   horning at amnh.org
   American Museum of Natural History
   Center for Biodiversity and Conservation
   Central Park West at 79th Street
   New York, N.Y. 10024

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Wed Jan 14 19:34:00 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 16:34:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
In-Reply-To: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>
Message-ID: <20040115003400.47057.qmail@web14917.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all 

this is becoming interesting...this is the second
time in a year that this subject has appeared on
the list.....

the use of fixatives and decalcification method
is difficult to be generalised....it varies form
coral species.....

I have been using 4% formalin-Seawater and later
10% formalin-Seawater mixture for fixing and
then, store it in ethanol indefinitely after 48
hours in 10% formalin-seawater.

For decalcification, I prepare 1:1 mixture of 20%
citric acid and 50% formic acid, which works very
fine for me.....i get the tissues decalcified
overnight....

I agree with James......there is no optimal
method ...one has to decide which method is best
for the  samples he or she is dealing with

Regards
Shashank 

=====
"the role of infinitely small in nature is infinitely large"-Louis Pasteur                

Keshavmurthy Shashank
Kochi University, Faculty of Agriculture
Lab. of AQUa. Environ. Sci. (LAQUES)
Otsu 200, Monobe, Nankoku-shi
783-8502, Kochi, Japan
alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
phone: 81 090 8285 9012

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From goldberg at fiu.edu  Thu Jan 15 12:42:19 2004
From: goldberg at fiu.edu (goldberg at fiu.edu)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 12:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral  fixation and decal
Message-ID: <20040115174219.WTYD19078.spn25c0@spn25c0>

I may as well throw my two cents in on this topic. While 
it is true that there is nothing standard when it comes to 
fixation and decalcification of corals, there is a 
considerable literature on how to decalcify vertebrate 
tissue. It would be a mistake not to consider all of that 
work, depite the differences in mineralization between 
the two systems. Take a look at  Callis et al.,  Journal of 
histotechnology 21: 49-58, 1998 for a review. If you are 
not planning on anything more than standard histology, 
you can do pretty much anything that has been 
suggested. However, if you plan on looking at cell 
structure or tissue relationships, the literature is pretty 
clear that fixation and decalcification methods do 
matter. Unbuffered formalin or strong mineral acids, for 
example, will distort the cytoplasm and cause the loss 
of proteoglycan typical of calcified material (see 
Goldberg, Tissue and Cell 33: 376-387, 2001). For my 
own general work with coral tissues I use a somewhat 
hypertonic medium compared to seawater: 2.5-3% 
glutaraldehyde + 0.15 M NaCl buffered with 0.1 M 
cacodylate to pH 7.6-7.8. For decalcification of small 
specimens I use 2% ascorbic acid (Dietrich & Fontaine, 
Stain Technology 50: 351-354, 1975) or 5%  lactic 
acid/k-lactate buffered to pH 4 for larger chunks (see 
Eggert & Germain, Histochemistry 59: 215-224, 1979).
I will be happy to provide more specifics once I know 
what you are looking for.
best wishes,
wmg

Walter M. Goldberg
Professor of Biological Sciences &
Marine Invertebrate Search Committee Chair
Florida International University
Department of Biological Sciences
University Park
Miami, FL 33199
e-mail goldberg at fiu.edu
URL   www.fiu.edu/~goldberg

From fatemi at tavana.net  Thu Jan 15 14:45:38 2004
From: fatemi at tavana.net (Fatemi)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 23:15:38 +0330
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea
Message-ID: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran

From intern at coral.org  Thu Jan 15 17:56:15 2004
From: intern at coral.org (Cheryl Chen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:56:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for Educational Materials
Message-ID: <BC2C5A8E.1ADF%intern@coral.org>

Dear Colleagues,

I am writing to you on behalf of The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) to request
entries of any educational or outreach materials that you use to promote
coral reef conservation. These materials will be used to advance public
awareness through an effort know as the International Coral Reef Information
Network (ICRIN), the communications arm of the International Coral Reef
Action Network (ICRAN).
 
Within ICRIN is our Education & Outreach Materials Library
(http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/home.htm), which is an online catalog of
coral reef awareness tools and publications. Through the library, coral reef
conservationists looking for education and outreach materials can quickly
find information on available publications and how to obtain them.

The Library has been built by organizations around the world that have
generously contributed their materials to help others raise awareness of the
need to protect coral reefs. Your participation, by adding your new
materials into our database, will promote your materials to people worldwide
while also assisting CORAL in our continuous effort to update and maintain a
comprehensive library.

What to do:

1) You may personally enter in any materials (brochures, fact sheets,
worksheets, information packets, videos, newsletters, web-based material,
posters, etc.) into our library by using our online entry form at:
http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/entry_form.htm

or

2) You may send any materials to our office and we will review and enter the
materials into our library for you.  Please send materials to:

ICRIN Library
c/o The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)
417 Montgomery Street
Suite 205
San Francisco, CA 94104
USA

Feel free to contact us at icrin at coral.org or 415-834-0900 ext.306 if you
have any questions.

Thank you for your time,

Cheryl Chen
Program Intern

The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)
Phone: 415-834-0900
Fax: 415-834-0999
Email: intern at coral.org
Web site:  http://www.coral.org

From b_bezy at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 16 13:16:33 2004
From: b_bezy at hotmail.com (Bernadette bezy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:16:33 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
Message-ID: <Sea1-F130reBBsQwY6Y0000001d@hotmail.com>

Dear Holger,

In addition to the Glynn et al. (1991, 1994, 1996, 2000) papers in Marine 
Biology,  the following thesis could be useful for your work in Panama:

Smith, D, 1991. The reproduction and recruitment of Porites panamensis 
Verrill at Uva Island, Pacific Panama. Masters Thesis. University of Miami. 
Miami, Florida.

Much of the Smith (1991) information is summarized in Glynn et al. 1994; 
however, since the study pertains specifically to your area (Pacific 
Panama), the detail in the thesis might be of use to you.

Suerte,
Bernadette Bezy
b_bezy at hotmail.com
CIMAR, University of Costa Rica

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>Message: 1
>Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
>From: Joshua Feingold <joshua at nova.edu>
>Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
>	Scleractinians.
>To: "Holger Anlauf" <kadatschu at web.de>,
>	<coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
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>There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter
>Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at
>Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.
>
>Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also
>published in Marine Biology.
>1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J.
>Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral
>reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos
>Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.
>
>I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and
>methods section therein.
>
>Cheers,
>
>Joshua Feingold
>
>At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
> >Dear Coral-Listers,
> >
> >I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific
> >Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
> >in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of
> >coral larvae settlement .
> >Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
> >Are there any known brooding species?
> >What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
> >
> >I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
> >
> >Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
> >
> >Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
> >
> >Holger Anlauf
> >
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>Message: 2
>Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
>From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Message-ID: <40033671.6070301 at gbrmpa.gov.au>
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>
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>   I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with
>different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I
>have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per
>recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous
>conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other
>sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin,
>10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's
>fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily
>working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to
>have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the
>intended usage.
>       My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for
>hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of
>histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of
>results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would
>appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my
>email address.  Thanks!
>Cheers,
>Shelley
>
>--
>Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>
>PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
>School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
>James Cook University
>Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA
>
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>Message: 3
>Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
>From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
>To: <Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
>Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2 at hotmail.com>
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>Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
>Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
>Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on 
>performance)
>
>
>
>Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
>Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef 
>Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
>Background
>
>Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring 
>protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  
>Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 
>70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this 
>time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental 
>organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor 
>and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and 
>the private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine 
>reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and 
>economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
>Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science 
>Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, 
>implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the 
>duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training 
>sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris 
>Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check 
>Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and 
>government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage 
>their reefs.
>
>
>
>
>Qualifications
>1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to 
>the environment is preferred.
>
>2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
>3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
>4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
>5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to 
>conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
>6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
>Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
>Applications
>Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter 
>(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
>Green Reef
>
>Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
>100 Coconut Drive
>
>San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
>Belize, Central America
>
>Office: ++501.226.2833
>
>Home: ++501.226.3174
>
>E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
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From a_stone at reefkeeper.org  Thu Jan 15 13:50:51 2004
From: a_stone at reefkeeper.org (Alexander Stone)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:50:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query
Message-ID: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>

Hello, All...

I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.

I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
Tanzanian fishers.

I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.

Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
appreciated.

Many thanks,

Alexander Stone
ReefGuardian International
**************************

From abaker at wcs.org  Fri Jan 16 18:03:58 2004
From: abaker at wcs.org (Andrew Baker)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:03:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: identifying zooxanthellae
In-Reply-To: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>
Message-ID: <000001c3dc85$07bfb070$9ce93b80@Coral>

Dear Mohammad 

Fortunately, you are not alone in being confused about the taxonomy of
Symbiodinium, and I suppose for this reason it's probably a good time to
post some clarification to coral-list in case other researchers out there
find this discussion useful. 

There are eleven named species in the genus Symbiodinium (some of which have
been formally described, others have been less formally described but the
names are still used). All of these "species" have been described from
morphological description of cultured isolates. 

The actual diversity of Symbiodinium in nature is much greater than this,
but all of the data revealing this comes from molecular DNA studies. As a
result, most of the different Symbiodinium that have been documented from
DNA work have no name and no formal description. This is partly because few
people have had the chance to culture all the different types that have been
found in molecular surveys, and partly because there is a real problem
determining which types constitute different species and which ones do not
(sexual reproduction has not yet been directly observed in these organisms,
although there is fairly good genetic evidence indicating that it does
occur). 

In an attempt to come up with a reference system for all these different
types of "zooxanthellae" that have no names, it was recognized that these
different types could be divided into different groups (based on their DNA
sequences). Members of each of these groups are more closely related to each
other than they are to algae in other groups. These groups are the "clades"
that get referred to so often. It's a bit like grouping all if the people
who live in a small town according to which family they belong to. 

(A clade is a monophyletic taxon. What this means is that it is a group of
organisms that includes the most recent common ancestor of all of the
members of the group, as well as all of the descendants of that most recent
common ancestor.)

In Symbiodinium, at least seven different clades have been identified so
far. These clades (groups) have been referred to by different letters of the
alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F and G). Some of these clades contain one or more
described (named) species, but others have no described species in them -
they are just unusual groups of algae that no-one has yet wanted (or been
able) to culture and describe formally as yet. Although there are lots of
undescribed and un-named types of Symbiodinium in culture around the world,
there is generally a lack of enthusiasm to describe them and give them names
because of the species problem I mentioned above, and also because it's a
terrific amount of work to do properly. 

So the term "clade" has been used as a convenient handle to refer to
different types of "zooxanthellae". However, as a reminder, each clade of
algae is really a group of closely-related (but nevertheless different)
types. So when referring to a particular clade it should be recognized that
this isn't really a complete identification. It just narrows down the
possibilities. 

I think the extensive use of the word "clade" in the literature has resulted
in many coral biologists who do not work specifically in this area to assume
that this term can be used interchangeably with the term "species". This is
not correct. The fact remains that we have no idea how many species are out
there; we just know that the group is very diverse. This should not
discourage us, however, because (beginning in the 1990s) plenty of
interesting findings were made by just identifying different algae to the
level of clade. Since about the year 2000 finer levels of resolution have
been developed that have been equally useful and now there are now many
recognizably distinct types of Symbiodinium within all of the different
clades. Unfortunately there is no agreement yet on how to refer to them all.
But perhaps we'll figure this out in the near future. 

One final thing: It should be emphasized that just because two different
types of algae belong to the same clade, they may not necessarily be closely
similar to one another physiologically or otherwise. Different algae in the
same clade have in some cases been shown to be quite distinct. So we should
be careful about making generalized statements regarding the properties of
particular clades. 

I hope this helps. For those who are interested, there is a Special Session
(Session 1-9) at the 10th ICRS meeting in Japan on Symbiodinium diversity
and its implications for corals and coral reefs. 

A recent review (December 2003) also discusses Symbiodinium diversity and
the issues raised above in more detail:

Baker AC. 2003. Flexibility and specificity in coral-algal symbiosis:
Diversity, ecology and biogeography of Symbiodinium. Annu. Rev. Ecol. Syst.
34: 661-689

I can send a pdf copy to anyone who is interested.

Sincerely

Andrew Baker

___________________
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Wildlife Conservation Society
Center for Environmental Research and Conservation
MC5557, Columbia University
1200 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, New York 10027, USA
Voice: +1 (212) 854-8184
Fax: +1 (212) 854-8188

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Fatemi
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:46 PM
To: Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus
Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or
to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this
regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I
could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the
names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge
is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran
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From a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 19 01:29:56 2004
From: a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au (Andrew Chin)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 16:29:56 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Download the State of the Great Barrier Reef report
References: <Pine.SGI.4.44L.01.0307140705560.2260679-100000@umbc7.umbc.edu>
Message-ID: <400B7964.2DF5AAED@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear colleagues,

Apologies for cross postings.

The State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is now available for download in
Adobe PDF format. The Report is essentially GBRMPA's "report card" on the
condition of the Great Barrier Reef, the pressures it faces and the responses
made by managing agencies to deal with these pressures.  While the Report is
best viewed as a "live" web document, complete PDF versions of each chapter of
the report are now available for download from the following URL:

http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/downloads.html

To view the live, web based version (including the previously published 1998
report), please visit:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/

As the State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is under a process of
continuous development and review, new chapters will periodically be published
and existing material updated to include the latest information. If you
require any further information or have any queries, please feel free to
contact me, contact details below.

regards

Andrew
-----------------------------------------------------
***
ANDREW CHIN
Project Manager
Research and Monitoring Coordination
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
PO Box 1379
TOWNSVILLE, QLD 4810
Australia
+61 7 4750 0810 ph.
+61 7 4772 6093 fax.
GMT + 10 hours
a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au
***
Visit the State of the Great Barrier Reef report on-line at:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/
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From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 19 13:47:46 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106@noaa.gov>

[NOTE:  This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.  
Please respond to through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp  Tue Jan 20 00:47:44 2004
From: kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp (Hajime Kayanne)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>

Dear Participants of 10ICRS,

Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be 
shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY, 2004.

Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site 
http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
then go to Registration (Form A) 
https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in 
the form with your payment of registration fee.

We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of 
on-site cancellations,
LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is 
a trade-off),
as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix 
budgetary framework.
We are sorry we cannot accept any individual situations, and hope your 
understanding and cooperation.

Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January 
until the symposium on site.
But 31 January is the dead-line date for early registration with discount 
registration fee.

We hope to meet you all in Okinawa and to hold the most productive and 
enjoyable symposium,

All the best,
Hajime Kayanne
Secretary General 10ICRS
-- 
---- Hajime KAYANNE ----
Department of Earth & Planetary Science,
University of Tokyo
Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan
http://www-sys.eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~coral/
Tel: 81-3-5841-4573
Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358

From mucoralin at yahoo.co.in  Tue Jan 20 08:53:23 2004
From: mucoralin at yahoo.co.in (=?iso-8859-1?q?Murali=20M.R.?=)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
Message-ID: <20040120135323.32235.qmail@web8302.mail.in.yahoo.com>

Dear all,
 
Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of sea water???.....
 
Regards,
M.R.Murali

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From N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk  Tue Jan 20 07:58:01 2004
From: N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk (Nicholas Polunin)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 12:58:01 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] International Society for Reef Studies: new Web site!
Message-ID: <52E50E4D595DDE4D861117A1FB62E79D010B559C@bond.ncl.ac.uk>

Dear coral-listers

On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/

Please note a number of important features of this site:

(1) ISRS membership application form (student savings on 10ICRS
registration!)

(2) Online contact about ISRS membership queries!!

(3) 10th ICRS Okinawa (2004) Web site (cheaper registration closes 31
January!)

(4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)

(5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
March!)

... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be! 

Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
Marine Science & Technology, Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, England
Society www.uncwil.edu/isrs
10 ICRS www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
Journal www.springerlink.com/
News www.uncwil.edu/isrs/reef_encounter.html

From rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl  Tue Jan 20 08:31:41 2004
From: rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl (Ruben van Hooidonk)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic
 radiation of dinoflagellates
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.2.20040120141851.01c093f8@pop.quicknet.nl>

Dear all,

As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the 
zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of 
dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this 
relation (if there is any).

Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding 
literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic 
radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?

Kind regards,

Ruben van Hooidonk
rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl

From ommm at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jan 20 14:17:09 2004
From: ommm at wanadoo.fr (Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] coral growth
Message-ID: <GCEAKGFIEIMNAHFDDDHDKEOBCBAA.ommm@wanadoo.fr>

Good day all,

I've been looking for the growth rate of caribbean coral species in
different public database without any success. Does someone know they are
available somewhere?

Thanks for your help

Sophie Brugneaux
Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais
7, avenue Condorcet
97200 Fort de France
ommm at wanadoo.fr

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Tue Jan 20 17:47:23 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 17:47:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting,
 Feb 24-25, Washington, D.C.
Message-ID: <400DAFFA.B54E19CC@noaa.gov>

* For Distribution *

Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, February 24 ? 25,
2004, Washington, DC

The next meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (Task Force)
will be held in Washington, DC, on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 24 ? 25, 2004.  The meeting is open to
the public and participation is
encouraged.  Limited space is available for exhibits and displays on
February 24 ? 25, and there will be opportunity for public comment on
February 25.

The Task Force, which consists of senior representatives of twelve U.S.
federal agencies, seven U.S. states/territories, and three Freely
Associated States, meets twice a year to discuss priorities, progress,
and other issues related to
conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems.  The Task Force
meetings also provide a forum for a wide
variety of interested government and non-government stakeholders to
present and discuss issues and contributions
with the Task Force.

The 2-day meeting will be held on February 24 ? 25 at the auditorium of
the U.S. Department of Commerce at 14th
Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  On February 24,
there will be a Workshop on Outreach and Education efforts, and two
science panel discussions.  On February 25, there will be a business
meeting of the full Task Force.

Detailed information such as meeting registration, travel, lodging, and
agenda will be posted at the Task Force website www.coralreef.gov once
it is available.  For additional information please contact Shane Guan
<Shane.Guan at noaa.gov>.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 21 06:48:59 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 06:48:59 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400E672B.6040309@noaa.gov>

[NOTE: This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.

Please respond through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 11:50:06 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 17:50:06 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral captive breeding
Message-ID: <Sea2-F37VwrblZz02H6000146bc@hotmail.com>

   hello,

   I  have  been told of an aquarium tradesman in London who participates
   in coral captive breeding research.

   Do any of you have any information on this?
   Thank you,
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2737??PS=

From bristod at mccfl.edu  Wed Jan 21 12:17:25 2004
From: bristod at mccfl.edu (Bristol, Denise)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 12:17:25 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Basic coral reef ecology textbook
Message-ID: <036AA3246BBF1742A753C4871CE77654D3AFA9@mcc.cc.fl.us>

I am seeking a coral reef ecology/biology text book for a course I am designing at Manatee Community College, Florida. The course will be offered during the summer 2004 and will include a field trip to Honduras.  I would prefer a book that deals primarily with Atlantic reefs.  I have been having a hard time finding a text that is not just a general marine biology text.  Does anyone know of such a book?

Denise Bristol
Department of Natural Sciences
Manatee Community College
8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
941-408-1494
email: bristod at mccfl.edu 

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 12:12:21 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 18:12:21 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] phd studentship search
Message-ID: <Sea2-F14pzTHkzZqgIE0000603d@hotmail.com>

   Hello,

   I  am  looking  for  PhD  studentships  in the following areas and was
   hoping one of you could send me some information!

   Captive breeding of larvae for aquarium fish

   Cell culture regarding marine organisms (ie proteoglycannes, etc)

   Biophotonic functions of marine skeletons

   Thank you!
   Virginie Fruh
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References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2734??PS=

From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 21 19:20:23 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:20:23 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement with CORAL
In-Reply-To: <FFEPLLHPJBOJHJHHGIBFEEDOCCAA.tmeshish@coral.org>
Message-ID: <BC345746.1AF77%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

Job Announcement with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)

PROGRAM MANAGER
The program manager is responsible for developing and
carrying out CORAL?s role in a three-year Sustainable
Tourism project in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System,
coordinated by the International Coral Reef Action Network
(ICRAN), and funded by the United Nations Environment
Program (UNEP) and USAID.  The candidate will work closely
with CORAL?s partners to develop sustainable tourism practices
in coral reef parks and to support the creation of new,
sustainable coral reef parks in the MBRS.  The manager?s
primary responsibilities will be in project management and
curriculum development, training of dive operators and park
staff, technical assistance coordination, and integrating
training and technical assistance into other program elements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Curriculum development, training and technical support:

- Create conservation, outreach and educational materials for
The support of new and existing coral reef parks, marine
protected areas, and sustainable tourism practices in the private
sector.
- Develop training materials for coral reef park managers and
stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to MPA managers,
private sector partners and other stakeholders, in English
and Spanish.
- Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks and regions
where CORAL has provided assistance.
- Help coordinate a communications network for marine park managers
in order to improve the exchange of information, expertise and
resources.

* Project Management and Coordination:
- Program planning.
- Budget development.
- Project evaluation.
- Grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation
Project management.
- Strong Spanish and English written and oral communication
skills.
- Proven training and teaching experience.
- Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time.
- Strong project management skills and proven teamwork ability.
- Familiarity with grant reporting to foundations and government
agencies.
- Experience in working cooperatively with divers, the dive-tourism
industry, park managers and government officials.
- Graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Committment to CORAL?s mission.
- Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience.

Reports to the Program Director.
The position will be based out of CORAL's San Francisco office.
Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY
Please e-mail resume, cover letter and names of three references to
jobs at coral.org.

For more information about the Coral Reef Alliance,
please visit our website http://www.coral.org/.

From jltorres38 at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 07:52:23 2004
From: jltorres38 at hotmail.com (Juan Torres)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:52:23 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] MAA's standards
Message-ID: <BAY1-F137kOhpWL26mt00045e8c@hotmail.com>

Dear all,
I am a Ph.D. student working on the effects of UV radiation on Caribbean 
shallow-water corals. As part of the study I am doing HPLC analysis of the 
different photosynthetic and photoprotective pigments. Eventhough I have a 
very good idea of the different MAA's found in my samples, I do not have any 
standards to corroborate the identity of them. I would like to know if there 
is anyone who has worked before with this type of pigments and have some 
standards that can either facilitate of sell?

Thanks,
Juan L. Torres
Univ. of Puerto Rico
Dept. Marine Sciences
PO Box 3210
Lajas, PR 00667 USA

_________________________________________________________________
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From deevon at bellsouth.net  Thu Jan 22 09:56:36 2004
From: deevon at bellsouth.net (DeeVon Quirolo)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 09:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Re: Self cleaning mooring buoy
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20040122095535.01660b48@mail.bellsouth.net>

>>>Craig Quirolo, founder of the environmental group Reef Relief, based out of
>>>Key West, Florida, has discovered a very simple method of keeping
>>>reef-mooring buoys clean. The 'self-cleaning device' will work on virtually
>>>all round buoys designed with a line that passes through the middle of them.
>>>This simple device will save marine sanctuaries around the world millions of
>>>dollars in cleaning expenses annually and only costs pennies per buoy to
>>>install.
>>>
>>>The discovery of the self-cleaning process was a surprise to Craig who had
>>>no intention of inventing such a device. The self-cleaning device is a
>>>combination of simplicity and practicality. "I would like to thank all of
>>>the individuals and foundations who have supported Reef Relief's reef 
>>>mooring
>>>buoy programs over the past twenty years and share the credit with them.
>>>Without their support I would not have been in a position to make this 
>>>discovery,"
>>>announced Quirolo.
>>>
>>>It all started two years ago in Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas, where Reef
>>>Relief maintains 18 reef-mooring buoys. A landowner asked Craig if he
>>>could re-connect a mooring buoy that had broken near his land that he had
>>>installed to protect a pristine sea grass area from anchor damage. It is
>>>rare when this buoy is not in use. The replacement buoy had such a large
>>>hole passing through the center of it that Craig had to create a new system
>>>to attach the buoy to the down line. To make a long story short the buoy
>>>never attracted any algal growth and always looked clean, as if somebody had
>>>polished it. After two years of being spotless Craig became intrigued as to
>>>who or what was cleaning the buoy.
>>>
>>>Cleaning buoys on location spreads algae over the reef and could compromise
>>>the health of corals. This is currently the practice through out the Florida
>>>Keys National Marine Sanctuary where algae is pressure washed from the buoys
>>>while they are still attached.
>>
>>
>>>Craig developed a concern over buoy cleaning while he maintained (for eleven
>>>years) the 117-reef mooring buoys installed by Reef Relief  near Key West,
>>>which are now part of the FKNMS program.  "On calm days, while cleaning 
>>>buoys,
>>>I would watch the algae float down to the bottom and questioned if this 
>>>practice
>>>was compromising the coral,"  explained Quirolo.
>>>
>>>Reef Relief would like the cleaning system to be used through out the world
>>>and is offering the design free to all of those who want to use it. The
>>>design is extremely inexpensive, quick to install and works so well that the
>>>buoys always look polished.
>>>
>>>Contact Craig at cquirolo at bellsouth.net for more information.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 22 12:06:11 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:06:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] A Gathering of Researchers
In-Reply-To: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
References: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <40100303.3090207@noaa.gov>

   Greetings!
   Re:  previous announcement at:
   [1]http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/00046
   0.html
        The  PDF file of the workshop/think tank entitled "The Effects of
   Combined   Sea   Temperature,  Light,  and  Carbon  Dioxide  on  Coral
   Bleaching,  Settlement,  and  Growth,"  held  at  the Caribbean Marine
   Research Center (CMRC) on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, January 20-24,
   2003, is now available at:
       [2]http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   The  layout of the PDF is designed to be printed double-sided so as to
   accommodate  the  hard  copy  print  format.   For  those  of  you who
   requested  hard  copies, they will not be available until some time in
   February;  I'll send them to you at that time.  Also, I will have some
   available at session 2-12 of the 10th ICRS.
        At the link noted above, you can download the entire document, as
   well  as  click  each author's name and title to view the PDF files of
   their  PowerPoint  presentations.  The chapters corresponding to those
   presentations are in the main document.
        The  Conclusions chapter is listed at the bottom of the page (and
   the end of the document) and is a summary of all the presentations.
       Thank you for your interest and patience.
       Cheers,
       Jim
 ----------------------------------------------------
  James C. Hendee, Ph.D.
  Coral Health and Monitoring Program
  Ocean Chemistry Division
  Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  U.S. Department of Commerce
  4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
  Miami, FL  33149-1026

  Voice:  (305) 361-4396
  Fax:    (305) 361-4392
  Email:  [3]jim.hendee at noaa.gov
  Web:    [4]http://www.coral.noaa.gov

References

   1. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/000460.html
   2. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   3. mailto:jim.hendee at noaa.gov
   4. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/

From ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk  Thu Jan 22 14:44:11 2004
From: ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk (E.S.Morris)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:44:11 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Mangrove / Reef Interaction Projects
Message-ID: <4010280B.3030001@bangor.ac.uk>

Dear Coral Listers,

I am an MSc student at the University of Wales, Bangor studying Marine 
Environmental Protection.

I am currently seeking advice and support for a research project related 
with coral reef / mangrove interactions, to start in June 2004.  I have 
a long-standing interest in both areas, with most experience on 
Indo-Pacific reef baseline surveys, although my particular area of 
interest is in mangrove replanting schemes and their effects on reef 
fish and / or invert populations.

If you are working in the field in this area I would be very grateful 
for any advice or help that you could give me for finding a project in 
this or an associated subject.  I am flexible as to my project title and 
would be very happy to gain any opportunity to work with an existing 
team researching in this area.

If you think that you could help, or would like to discuss the subject 
in more detail, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  My C.V. is 
available for any interested parties.

Thank you,
Liz Morris

University of Wales, Bangor
Menai Bridge,
Anglesey,
U.K.

-- 
E.S.Morris         ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk

From gte405r at mail.gatech.edu  Thu Jan 22 14:54:43 2004
From: gte405r at mail.gatech.edu (Sara Brogdon)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:54:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Okinawa meeting
Message-ID: <1074801283.40102a83401e9@webmail.mail.gatech.edu>

I'm a graduate student looking for another female to share a hotel room at the 
Coral Reef meeting in Okinawa. Please contact me if you're interested.

Thank you,
Sara Brogdon
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0230
gte405r at prism.gatech.edu

"Sometimes I think the surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in 
the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us."
-Calvin, The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

"I try to make everyone's day a little more surreal."  
-Calvin, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, p152-3 
 

 
 
  

 

From CMorrall at sgu.edu  Thu Jan 22 15:30:24 2004
From: CMorrall at sgu.edu (Clare Morrall)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 16:30:24 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for guidance locating Caribbean sponge species
	in Grenada
Message-ID: <OFC8259A6F.E46FAF6B-ON04256E23.00704FAD-04256E23.007087BF@sgu.edu>

Greetings from Grenada!
I  am Yuji Ise, a Ph. D candidate from the University of Tokyo currently on
a short research trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. I need to collect the
following species of sponges: Spheciospongia  vesparia (the common
Loggerhead sponge), Cliona (Anthosigmella) varians (Variable sponge), and
Cervicornia cuspidifera. I have conducted a number of dives at depths
ranging from 8m to 30m off the west coast of the island (offshore of the
Grand Anse beach). I have not yet encountered any of the species I need.
Has anyone got any idea what type of the habitat, depth and substrate type
I am likely to find these species at? Potential dive/snorkel areas range
from high current rocky substrate sites off the south coast of the island,
to sheltered sandy lagoons.
I would be hugely grateful if anyone has any advice on the likely
whereabouts of these species. I will be in Grenada until January 29th.
Please contact me c/o Dr Clare Morrall at St. George?s University, Grenada
email: cmorrall at sgu.edu, telephone: 473 444 4175 ext. 2360, fax: 473 439
1835

From ta at coastalzone.com  Fri Jan 23 09:07:32 2004
From: ta at coastalzone.com (Thorne Abbott)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:07:32 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Info on Small Island States Committee at the World
	Parks Congress
Message-ID: <3F615C4A0004D677@mta8.wss.scd.yahoo.com>

Dear fellow Coral listers;

I would appreciate any contact information on the Small Island States Committee
that was initiated at the World Parks Congress in Durban, South Africa last
September.  Thank you!
website - http://coastalzone.com
research - http://www.coastalzone.com/research.htm
resume -http://www.coastalzone.com/EnvironmentalPro.htm

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Thu Jan 22 19:57:07 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:57:07 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From browndil at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 23 13:32:43 2004
From: browndil at hotmail.com (paul brown)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 13:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>

Hi all,
I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or are 
these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which is the most 
current?
Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
appreciated.

Paul Brown
PhD candidate
University of Calgary
Department of Biological Sciences
2500 University Drive
Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
T2N 1N4
(403) 210-5484

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From gofish at jhu.edu  Fri Jan 23 15:25:11 2004
From: gofish at jhu.edu (Gary Ostrander)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:25:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>

When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
there were a few sites around the island where the local population
routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
artificial reefs.

Gary K. Ostrander
Johns Hopkins University

>>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:47:22 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:47:22 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Peer Reviewers Needed
Message-ID: <015601c3e1e9$b81aa790$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) is looking for a few good peer reviewers to read and comment on upcoming proposals. Your expert knowledge will help us to select the best projects to sponsor. Reviewers will receive the proposals on March 1, 2004 and would have until March 25, 2004 to complete the review (roughly 1 month).  

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  If you would like to find out more about our program and past projects, please refer to our website (www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri).  

 

We recognize that to do justice to the proposals submitted requires a large amount of time on your part.  If you are able to review 4-5 proposals, I would like to offer you a very small remuneration for your time (US$100) or a book of your choice (not to exceed $100).  It by no means covers the cost of your extremely valuable and overbooked schedule, but it does represent how much we appreciate you sharing some of it with us.

 

If you just cannot review 4-5 proposals, but would like to help us, it would be wonderful if you could even review 1-2.  

 

If you are interested, please contact Risa Minato at risaminato at hawaii.rr.com by February 12th, 2004.  Also indicate in your email which priorities (listed below) you feel best meets your area of expertise.  

 

 

HCRI-RP Research Priorities for FY2004-2005

 

1.  Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

2.  Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

As already discussed, Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, disease, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

2a.  Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects that seek to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and make recommendations for management action.  The Management Committee is also interested in research to assess methods to control or eradicate algal blooms and research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause such blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2b. Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2c. Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2d. Disease:  To date coral disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems,  However, there is a need to assess and monitor the emerging threats of disease to corals and other coral reef organisms in Hawaii.  What diseases currently infect the state's reef ecosystem?  What can resource managers do to avoid or minimize impacts?

 

2e. Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs.  Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical strategies to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).  

 

2f. Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.

 

 

3. Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

4. "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

5. Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

From rlee at roblee.com  Fri Jan 23 17:01:22 2004
From: rlee at roblee.com (Robert E. Lee)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 14:01:22 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Time Lapse Photography
Message-ID: <200401232201.i0NM1ReR001122@custmail0.corp.aus.wayport.net>

I am undertaking a design of a time-lapse photography instrument to study
the inhabitation activities of an artificial reef structure. I would
appreciate any leads on camera equipment, digital image storage, retrieval
via wireless or satellite links, in a shallow (<20 meters) coral reef
environment, with a collection of images at a rate of 4-20 a day over a 3-6
month timeframe between diver visits.

 

Rob Lee

rlee at roblee.com

www.roblee.com

909.748.0825

 

From overholk at science.oregonstate.edu  Fri Jan 23 18:51:03 2004
From: overholk at science.oregonstate.edu (Karen McLeod)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:51:03 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Conch as artificial reef
In-Reply-To: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>
Message-ID: <NHBBJGMAILPFHGGGIAHHCEAPCFAA.overholk@science.oregonstate.edu>

Hi Kirstie -
In my experience based on research conducted in the Bahamas (near Lee
Stocking Island), conch shells made great substrates for the settlement of
small fishes such as damselfish and wrasses.  However, no corals (not even
fire coral!) recruited to these shells over a 3 year period.  I would
suggest using them in combination with other substrates to increase the
diversity of potential recruits (of both fish and inverts), rather than
using only conch shells.  What kind of pilot study are you planning to do?

Good luck!

Karen McLeod
COMPASS, Oregon State University

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Bahamas
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2004 4:57 PM
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Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for
a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any
advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been
successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation
regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of
reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From keealf at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 09:45:27 2004
From: keealf at hotmail.com (Kee Alfian)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:45:27 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Recruitment studies in Redang Island, MALAYSIA.
References: <20040120170012.CC19F17824@coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <BAY2-DAV46RnGEbMi3600009fb5@hotmail.com>

Hello everybody, my name is Kee Alfian and i am from Malaysia. i am
currently doing research regarding coral recruitment, especially in
Malaysia. I am having some problem with the identification of the juvenile
coral and would like to ask for assistance and advice from anybody. Do
anybody knows what chemical favors the recruitment of juvenile corals? Thank
you very much.

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> Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
> From: "Jim Hendee" <Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
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> Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
> From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
> Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
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>
> POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
> Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
> Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
> Coastal Processes
> Position No. 248
>
> The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape
> Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine
> research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of
> the nation's marine resources.
>
> AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a
> collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative
> Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of
> land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical
> rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.
>
>
> AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the
> discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related
> to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at
> AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will
> take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more
> sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in
> nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water
> quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms
> or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status
> (pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).
>
> The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine
> biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in
> molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme
> expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly
> regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and
> interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an
> excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The
> position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in
> experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.
>
> The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed
> term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
> Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3)
> (effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.
>
> How to find out more:- A full application kit which details
> responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be
> accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a
> copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone
> (07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.
>
> Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February
2004.
>
> Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412
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>
> Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239,
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>
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> (4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)
>
> (5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
> March!)
>
> ... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
> for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
> enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be!=20
>
> Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
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> Message: 4
> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
> From: Ruben van Hooidonk <rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early
> mesozoic radiation of dinoflagellates
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>
> As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the
> zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of
> dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this
> relation (if there is any).
>
> Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding
> literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic
> radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Ruben van Hooidonk
> rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl
>
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Sat Jan 24 10:15:55 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 10:15:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>
References: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <348A79F2-4E80-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Paul,
Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following publication 
with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican 
Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia: 
Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.

However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two 
living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species 
probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second 
morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of 
Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page 
110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the 
intersepta morph.

If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this 
genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
Judy

On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:

> Hi all,
> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or 
> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which 
> is the most current?
> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
> appreciated.
>
> Paul Brown
> PhD candidate
> University of Calgary
> Department of Biological Sciences
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From coralinau at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 16:34:51 2004
From: coralinau at aol.com (coralinau)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 22:34:51 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query + Long Liners in Mozambique
References: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>
Message-ID: <02a901c3e2c1$e86f9c60$9400000a@Client>

Hello Alexander,

I was in Mozambique in September after the World Parks Congress and heard
from local people that dynamite fishing is taking place, from what I heard
especially north of Beira up to the border to Tanzania. I would believe that
WWF Mozambique has some information on that since in their "coral section"
they also deal with turtles and manatees.

There is another thing, and maybe you have an idea how to continue from
here:
I talked to South African people who invested in a campsite in front a
beautiful and still intact coral reef south of Inhambane which is visited by
snorkelers and divers. They told me that they have immense problems with
Chinese tankers which use the method of long-line fishing. They seem to fish
out immense amounts of mantas, reys, dolphins, and more. And obviously they
don't stick to any regulations concerning how close to come to the coast.
When I slept there, as soon as it got dark, you could see the ships lying
near the coast. They always come in at night, and in the morning they are
gone, but often leave their lines for 3 days. The local people try with
their own initiative to cut through the lines, but I guess most of the time
the species are already dead.
>From what I heard it looks like the Mozambique government received
infrastructure equipment from the Chinese government and vis-versa they gave
out concessions. I am not firm on international marine law, but if that is
the case, I would guess this is illegal action and that there must be some
possibility to stop that. I know there is a sea control point at Bazaruto
Archipelago, but they have to cover an area that is simply impossible. This
place south of Inhambane itself is around 300km south of Bazaruto. When you
inform the sea police the Chinese ships are gone for long.

Sincerely,

Gaby Hoebart

********************************
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Tropical Ecology Support Programm
email: toeb at gtz.de
http://www.gtz.de/toeb
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alexander Stone" <a_stone at reefkeeper.org>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>; <marbio at mote.org>;
<fish-sci at segate.sunet.se>; <marinelife at onenw.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 7:50 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query

> Hello, All...
>
> I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
> Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.
>
> I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
> fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
> Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
> Tanzanian fishers.
>
> I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
> control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.
>
> Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
> contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
> locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Alexander Stone
> ReefGuardian International
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:43:33 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:43:33 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] RFP release for HCRI-RP (FY 2004-2005)
Message-ID: <014101c3e1e9$30211590$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

On behalf of the Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program I am pleased to release the Request for Proposals for this upcoming year (FY 2004-2005) (see below).  It will also be posted next week Wednesday (January 28, 2004) on our website (http://www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri/index.htm) , under "Announcements" on the front page.  

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative 

Research Program

(Fiscal Year 2004-2005)

 

 

Request for Proposals

 

 

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) supports scientific research and monitoring to enhance the state's capacity to manage coral reef ecosystems.  The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources/Division of Aquatic Resources (DLNR/DAR) and the University of Hawaii (UH) jointly manage HCRI-RP.   A Management Committee ??consisting of three representatives from DAR, one from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, two from UH, one from the Pacific Science Association/Bishop Museum ??serves as the governing body. 

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  HCRI-RP has also supported teacher training, student internships and fellowships, public education and outreach, and a myriad of hands-on workshops for resource managers.  

 

At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  Each year, Congress appropriates monies for HCRI-RP through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Ocean Program.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee conducts a competitive selection process through an RFP.

 

The Management Committee identified the following priorities for Year 7

?        Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

?        Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands:  Invasive Marine Species; Fishing Pressure; Pollution; Disease; Coastal Development; Nearshore Recreation

?        Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

?        "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

?        Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

RFP Schedule:

?         Optional Letter of Interest due February 6, 2004. 

?         Proposals due February 26th, 2004.   

?         The Management Committee will select projects to fund April-May 2004.  

?         Funded projects will begin when monies are made available, possibly August/September 2004.

 

A.  Research Priorities

 

The following subsections outline the research and monitoring priorities established by HCRI-RP Management Committee for this solicitation.  Each priority listed contributes to the fundamental mission of the program:  support monitoring and research to build capacity in managing Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Should no fundable proposal be submitted for a particular priority, HCRI-RP may commission research and monitoring activities consistent with the program priorities.

 
 

Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects seeking to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and to make recommendations for management action.  The committee is particularly interested in projects, such as risk ranking, which complement priorities identified in Hawaii's Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan (www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dar/pubs/ais_mgmt_plan_draft.pdf).  The Management Committee is interested in research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause invasive algal blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts and to be able to better to determine the severity of impact for various fishing methods.  

 

Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  The committee is particularly interested in reef-oriented projects that complement Hawaii's Local Action Strategy to Address Land-based Pollution Threats to Coral Reefs (www.state.hi.us/doh/eh/cwb/prc/pdf-files/LAS.CR-LBP.Sec1-3.110603.pdf).  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Disease:  To date, disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  The Management Committee is interested in projects that investigate basic, management-oriented questions.  What diseases infect (or, are present in) these ecosystems?  What are the potential pathogens and pathways for disease?  Is there a correlation between reef organisms?  Do diseases originate on land?  What are chemical clues?  What are the pathogens of concern?

 

Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Extensive coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs. Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical recommendations to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).        

 

Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.  Successful proposals would determine measures of capacity (e.g., ecological, amenity, multiuse) for key areas of interest.  What is a useable model, approach, or system that could indicate to managers when there is too much impact for an area?  Is there a practical method to determine the levels of use and the impacts from that use?  What recommendations can be given to resource managers?  

 

 

Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

"Gaming" the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

B.  Deliverables for Funded Research

 

  a.. Quarterly PowerPoint presentations highlighting project's activities
  b.. One (1) progress report using the standard NOAA form  (due Feb. 2005) 
  c.. Final report using the standard NOAA form (due January 2006)
  d.. Project final technical report:  executive summary (e.g., background, resource management questions answered, methodology, conclusions, recommendations to resource management); field guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in field); laboratory guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in laboratory & database variable summary); results (due January 2006)
  e.. Data and metadata will be archived with the Pacific National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC).  Projects will also submit to HCRI-RP an electronic copy of all data submitted to the National Oceanic Data Center and tables and maps summarizing data collected.  (Due January 2006)
  f.. Public education/outreach, workshop, and media activities or materials
  g.. Voucher specimens at Bishop Museum (if applicable)
  h.. Organize and conduct a workshop or seminar in order to deliver information on the results and methodologies developed, and provide technical training for managers, resource trustees, scientists, and/or the general public.
 

 

C.  Proposal Components

(Required - no additional appendices will be accepted.)

 

1.      On every page (in header or footer):  page number; PI name; project title 

2.      Title Page (attached)

3.      HCRI-RP Administrative Form, including all additional documents (attached)

4.      Table of Contents with page numbers

5.      Permits from appropriate agencies to conduct research should it be selected and funded (e.g., Scientific Collecting). 

6.      Approval from institution's Dive Safety Officer (if applicable) (See subsequent section for more specific information.)

7.      Project Description (No longer than 15 pages)

?        Statement of problem and relevance to priority.

?        Goals and objectives

?        Site/habitat/species selection (where applicable)

?        Approach and methodology. 

?        Highlight resource manager capacity building and partnering activities.

?        Describe media, education, and outreach activities (in addition to activities conducted for resource managers).

?        Data management and dissemination of results 

?        Anticipated outcomes and relevance to coral reef resource management in Hawaii

8.      Project Administration 

?        Proposed workplan (8/04 - 12/05) (include components listed under "products and deliverables")

?        Project coordination and management structure

?        A statement detailing current and pending support

?        Specifically list how proposed activities would "impact" the reef ecosystem (e.g., installing 4 permanent pins, transplanting 300 urchins).

?        Facilities, equipment, and other resources

9.      Itemized Budget and Justification, to include 

?        Salaries and Wages (months)

?        Fringe Benefits (UH rate) (approximate rates for UH proposals:  GA = 10%, student assistants = 3%, Research Associates = 30%)

?        Travel

?        Equipment 

?        Supplies and Materials

?        Contracted Services

?        Total Direct Charges

?        Indirect Cost (UH proposals = 20.6%)

?        Proposal Total

10.  Curriculum Vitae for Proposed Team (max. 2 pages per individual)

11.  Consultation with DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) regarding site selection, research question(s), and methodology.

 

 

D.        Requirements for Proposals that Entail Compressed Gas Diving

 

If compressed gas diving (SCUBA, Rebreathers, Surface-supplied, etcetera) is to be conducted to meet project goals, proposals must include evidence that such activities have been approved by - and will be conducted under the oversight of -- a scientific diving program as defined by U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B: Guidelines for Scientific Diving).  The University of Hawaii Diving Safety Program will review such documentation, as outlined below:   

  1.. For University of Hawaii/RCUH researchers:  Inclusion of the form, "Application for Scientific Diving Research Proposal Approval," approved and signed by the University of Hawaii Diving Safety Officer (form downloadable from: www.hawaii.edu/ehso/diving).  
  2.. For researchers from NOAA, AAUS Organizational Member institutions, or other agencies/institutions with which University of Hawaii holds reciprocal diving agreements:  Inclusion of a letter from the institution/agency Diving Safety Officer, stating:  (1) the proposal has been reviewed; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 
  3.. For researchers from other institutions: Inclusion of all of the following:
a.       A letter from the appropriate institutional supervisor (department head, section chief, etcetera), stating: (1) the proposal has been reviewed by the agency/institution's diving control board; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 

b.                     A review copy of the institution/agency Diving Safety Manual, which shows the institution administers compressed gas diving activities under a scientific diving program, as defined by U.S. OSHA.  For comparison, the "Standards for Certification of Scientific Divers and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs" of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences will be used as the minimal acceptable standard.  A copy of the AAUS Standards is available from: www.aaus.org. 

E.   Key Dates in Proposal Process

 

February 6, 2004:     Optional Letters of Intent DUE, preferably electronically (hcri_rp at hawaii.edu).  Please ensure that you have no viruses!  The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.    

 

February 26, 2004:   Proposals DUE, in electronic form and 12 hard copies by 4:00 p.m. HST.  

 

Twelve (12) hard copies should be submitted to:

 

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program

Social Science Research Institute
University of Hawaii at Manoa

2424 Maile Way, Saunders #704

Honolulu, HI  96822

ATTN:  Risa Minato

 

An electronic version should be either burned onto a CD and mailed to the above address or emailed to hcri_rp at hawaii.edu (note underscore between "hcri" and "rp.")

 

The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.  Electronic files should be in MSWord97 (PC version) compatible format.  Please take every precaution to ensure your files are virus-free.  

 

March 2004:              Peer review of proposals. 

 

April-May 2004:       Project selection and notification.  Those who submitted proposals will be notified of the results.  Program staff will negotiate agreements with principal investigators of successful proposals.  

 

September 2004:      Funding will be made available August-September 2004 (pending availability of funds).  

 

 

All projects must be completed by December 31st, 2005.  

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the HCRI-RP office at (808) 956-7479.

F.   Evaluation Components

1.      How well does the proposed project fall within the announced principles & priorities? (45 pts)?

 

2.      How well qualified is/are the investigator(s) to conduct the proposed project (10 pts)?

 

3.      How well conceived and organized is the proposed project and is there sufficient budget and time devoted to the proposed workplan (15 pts)? 

 

4.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated, made available to, and be useful for coral reef ecosystem managers (15 pts)?  

 

5.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated and made available to the scientific community and the public (5 pts)?

 

6.      Is there cost sharing or collaboration with appropriate agencies?  How involved are the agencies? (10 pts)

 

 

*  The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Awards will be made pending availability of funds.

 

 

 

 

Title Page

 

      Title of proposed project:

       

       
     
      Contact person, title and address
     Phone:

       

       
     Agency partners:
     
      Email:

       

       
     
      HCRI-RP Priority 
     Total Project Budget
     Total Requested

       
     Total Matching

       

       
     
      ABSTRACT

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       
     
         

 

 

Administrative Form 

 

      
     Principle Investigator:     ____________________________         Phone:  ______________
             

            University department/division to be credited for this proposal:  _________________________________________________________________

             

            Proposal Title: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

             

                  
           
        
     
     Please circle the ONE area which best describes this proposal:

             

            (01)  Business                              (04) Marine Sciences                                      (07) OTHER

            (02)  Earth Sciences                     (05) Physical Sciences

            (03) Education                            (06) Social / Behavioral Sciences

             

            Does this proposal entail research which has an international focus or will involve international collaboration?         [  ] yes     [  ] no

             

             

            EQUIPMENT SCREENING CERTIFICATION (Needed from UH proposals only):

            For equipment with an estimated cost over $5,000 and less than $10,000 listed in the proposed budget, an inventory of the 

            department shall be screened for available use.  For equipment with an estimated cost of $10,000 or more listed in the proposed 

            budget, university-wide screening is required for available usage.  The following responses were elicited:

             

                         Item of Equipment                                         Department Contacted                                             Response Regarding Availability

             

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
           
        
     
     Does this proposal require and/or involve:

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                [     ]        1.     The use of human subjects?  Date of CHS application ____________ or CHS # ______________

            [     ]                 [     ]        2.   Equipment purchases with an estimated unit cost of $5,000 or more?  

                    [     ]                [     ]        3.     The use of compressed-gas (SCUBA) diving?  If yes, submit documents as requested in the HCRI-RP RFP.

                    [     ]                [     ]        4.     The use of recombinant DNA?  If yes, submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         5.     The importation of microorganisms?  If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         6.     The use of radioactive material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         7.     The use of hazardous material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         8.  The use of subrecipients , including consultant and consortium agreements?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         9.  The use of proprietary/confidential information?  If yes, provide details on a separate sheet.  Clearly identify any such information found in this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         10.  The use of lobbying efforts?  If yes, attach a separate sheet describing lobbying activities and funding source of lobbying activities.

                    

             

             

             
           
        

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program 

Administrative Form  (continued)

 

       
     INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLICATIONS:

                    

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                 [     ]         11.  Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in the development of intellectual property?  If yes, continue with item 12.  If no, skip to item 13.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         12.  Will the intellectual property developed be commercially valuable?  If yes, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.   If no, skip to item 13. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         13.   If you answered no to items 14 or 15, are you willing to RELINQUISH YOUR RIGHTS to any intellectual property developed and have the University of Hawaii accept an award with UNFAVORABLE intellectual property provisions, including but not limited to, relinquishment of ownership, royalties, etc.?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         14.   Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in publication?  If yes, please continue with item 15.  If no, continue with item 15 and be advised that the University of Hawaii may accept an award with UNFAVORABLE publication provisions. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         15.   Will you accept a provision that requires a) submission of publication to sponsor for prior review, b)  delay of publication for sponsor's revision and/or protection of confidential information, and/or c)  sponsor's written approval prior to submission of publication?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to publication provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

             

            RISK MANAGEMENT:          

            If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, submit copy of insurance policies or other documentation that mitigates the risk to the University.  Submissions should include the minimum/ maximum insurance coverage, the name(s) of the insured, and any limitations to the policy.  

             

                    [     ]                 [     ]         16.  Hazardous working conditions, i.e.,  use of firearms, uncertain terrain, explosives, fire and other safety hazards?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         17.  The use of watercraft (research vessels)?

             

             

            COMMITMENT:

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From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 24 17:45:41 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 17:45:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Final Call for Abstracts re: Restoring Coral Reefs
	(deadline Feb 2)
Message-ID: <4012F595.73C8F6B3@noaa.gov>

[For distribution]

** Final Call for Abstracts - Restoring Coral Reefs **
2nd National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.

Presentation abstract deadline:  Feb 2, 2004
Poster abstract deadline:  Mar 1, 2004

Presentation and poster abstracts are solicited for the 2nd National
Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration to be held
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.  The Conference will
include one or more sessions on "RESTORING CORAL REEFS", and I encourage
you to consider submitting abstracts on best practices, lessons learned,
latest technologies, new approaches etc.  Presentations welcome on
ecological, legal, social, economic or other aspects.

The Call for Presentations and Posters is attached.  Full information
and contacts available at
http://WWW.ESTUARIES.ORG/2ndnationalconference.php

I appreciate your assistance in disseminating this information and hope
you will consider participating.  Best regards -

Roger Griffis
Coral Reef Conservation Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
U.S. Department of Commerce

From Northwaterstreet at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 18:24:00 2004
From: Northwaterstreet at aol.com (Northwaterstreet at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 18:24:00 EST
Subject: [Coral-List] henry's little cayman juggling school! :)
Message-ID: <16a.28fd77ff.2d445890@aol.com>

hello henry!

my name is tricia thorn and i was one of your students on little cayman with 
the school for field studies (81). i have been in touch with peter atkins who 
was also there with me and we have had fun exchanging great stories from our 
time at henry and fred's diving and juggling school! 

I just wanted to say hi and let you know although you might not remember two 
of your many, many students over the years, we have very fond memories of our 
time there with you. for me it was island culinary school! :)

I have been racking my brain trying ot remember a toast that you made our 
last night there. I believe it begins "When I was a fish and you were a toad...." 
I would love to share it with peter, whose memory is not as good as mine. :)

:)

Tricia 

From reefball at reefball.com  Sat Jan 24 23:31:29 2004
From: reefball at reefball.com (Todd Barber)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 23:31:29 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
References: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>
Message-ID: <001201c3e2fc$1cd06040$6501a8c0@ToddAvLaptop>

We have used conch shells successfully inside of Reef Balls for increased
complexity....however, conch shells in piles can be problematic in areas
where hurricanes are present as they can become "missles" destroying natural
reefs as they move around.  Therefore, we recommend only using them inside
of Reef Balls or other containment systems so they are stable.

-Todd Barber
Reef Ball Foundation
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary Ostrander" <gofish at jhu.edu>
To: <greenforce at batelnet.bs>; <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

> When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
> the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
> reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
> there were a few sites around the island where the local population
> routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
> 15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
> artificial reefs.
>
> Gary K. Ostrander
> Johns Hopkins University
>
> >>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
> Hi,
>
> Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
> reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
> before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
> they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
> recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
> depending on goals of reef use?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
> team.
>
>
>
> Greenforce Bahamas
> Blanket Sound
> Andros Island
> Bahamas
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From teune at fzi.de  Sun Jan 25 15:15:30 2004
From: teune at fzi.de (Herma Teune)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:15:30 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Gert Jan Gast
Message-ID: <000001c3e37f$fc736ac0$3bc5b43e@privat>

Hi,

I'm searching for the email-address of Gert Jan Gast.
Would be nice if someone could email me his actual address.

With best regards,
Herma Teune

From McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com  Sun Jan 25 17:43:38 2004
From: McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com (McCarty and Peters)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:43:38 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <200401251743_MC3-1-6977-A792@compuserve.com>

Dear Paul,

You have probably already heard the answer, but I did not see it on
Coral-List.   I was just checking the Integrated Taxonomic Information
System (ITIS) on the Internet and both Stephanocoenia intersepta and S.
michelini are still valid.  I thought they were synonyms and that
intersepta was preferred.

The most recent use of intersepta, according to ITIS, is reported in:

        Cairns, S.D.  1999.  Species richness of recent Scleractinia. Atoll
Research Bulletin, no. 59: 1-46.

The second edition of Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach's book changed from S.
michelinii to S. intersepts (unfortunately, a typographical error that was
not caught).  The book notes that it was "formerly classified as species
michelinii." 

I recall Nancy Budd published a paper establishing S. intersepta, but I
don't recall the specifics.  I'm hoping that she or Steve Cairns will
respond to your message and set us straight on the Coral-List!

Esther Peters

From zennnnwoman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 25 23:20:54 2004
From: zennnnwoman at hotmail.com (megan berkle)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 04:20:54 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] information on dynamite fishing
Message-ID: <BAY8-F123Cesa31Z9cP00001583@hotmail.com>

   Dear coral-listers:

   I  was  recently  on  the  islands  off of Southern Thailand.  I heard
   stories  about  continuous dynamite fishing and garbage dumping on the
   beautiful  reefs  surrounding these islands.  Does anyone know where I
   can  find  information  on  the  Thai laws regarding dynamite fishing?
   Thanks,

   Megan Berkle

     _________________________________________________________________

   [1]Rethink  your  business  approach for the new year with the helpful
   tips here.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2752??PS=

From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 04:18:39 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 09:18:39 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Last call for abstracts - climate change conference
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE423D0360B@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear All

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 

21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Thanks to all of you who have currently submitted abstracts. As I know
some of us tend to leave things to the last minute I thought I would
send out this last reminder to jog memories - closing date for
submission of abstracts is 31st January. Details on how to submit, plus
registration are on:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

Please email your abstract to the conference email address
(climate at plymouth.ac.uk) by the closing date.

 

Cheers

Martin

 

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 11:40:02 2004
From: b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk (B.L.Cohen)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:40:02 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] not corals, but brachiopods
Message-ID: <l03102823bc3af18ec147@[130.209.132.24]>

Dear Coral-list members,

Enquiring about possible brachiopod collections in the Red Sea, it was
suggested that I post to this group, so here goes.

As a leading brachiopod molecular systematist (perhaps _the_ leading one,
as there are few of us!) I am interested in ethanol-preserved brachiopod
collections from all parts of the world, both coral-associated (e.g.
thecideidines, possibly craniids) and benthic brachs of all sorts, free and
attached.

The Red Sea and Indian Oceans are particularly blank spots on my
specimen-list map, but this is really a wide, general appeal for
brachiopods (in 95% ethanol) whenever and wherever they appear.

If anyone wishes to see papers published in this field just e-mail me and
I'll send some pdf's.

Thanks in advance!

Bernie Cohen

Dr B. L. Cohen
Molecular Genetics
University of Glasgow,
Pontecorvo Building,
56 Dumbarton Rd
Glasgow G11 6NU
Scotland, UK.

Phone: (+44) (0)141 330 5103 (direct line)
                                     330 5101 (secretary)
                                     339 8855 (switchboard)
Fax:                             330 4878
http://www.gla.ac.uk/ibls/molgen/staff/cohen-bl.html

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 26 16:17:21 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
References: <3FFDC537.85696EA2@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <401583E1.82D6E28A@noaa.gov>

>
> PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.
>
> Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118
>
>
>
>                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
>            1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
>            CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD
>
>
>
>
> The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to
> announce the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
> Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
> Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral
> reef conservation.
>
> The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
> impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
> local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
> results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
> accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
> late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This
> award is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
> outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
> professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
> jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
> summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
> initiatives.
>
> This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
> the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
> Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
> receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on
> coral reef management initiatives with an agency member of the
> USCRTF.  In this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and
> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a
> location to be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be
> flown to Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at
> the next USCRTF meeting.
>
>
> Eligibility
> In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
> following minimum requirements:
> ? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on
> coral reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully
> completed the sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy
> or science with emphasis on coral reefs;
> ? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
> ? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
> Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico,
> or Hawaii.
>
>
> Application Selection Timetable
>
> Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST
>
> Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004
>
> Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
> (*pending availability)
>
>
> Application Material
>
> All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit
> the following material:
> ? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
> ? Resume.
> ? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
> ? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
> in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship
> will benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in
> your island.
>
> Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
> received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:
>
> USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
> c/o Shane Guan
> NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
> 1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
> Silver Spring, MD 20910
>
> Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov
>
> Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
> Fax: 301-713-4389
>
>
> Contact
> For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
> above address.
>
>
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Mon Jan 26 17:11:45 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 17:11:45 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
References: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
Message-ID: <A0A64D7C-504C-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Hi Rich,
Well, more accurate to say that michelinii is the form in which the 
polyps are plocoid (have separate walls).
  The walls of the intersepta form are subcerioid (adjacent polyps are 
almost united) and, in life, have fewer zooxanthellae (or perhaps less 
pigment/algal cell) than the central area of the polyp, which means the 
corals have a "reticulated" appearance which is particularly striking 
when they contract.
Best,
Judy

On Jan 26, 2004, at 4:13 PM, Richard B. Aronson wrote:

> Thanks for sorting this out Judy. I was aware that intersepta is the 
> prior
> synonym, but not that the head form would be michelinii if indeed it 
> is a
> separate species.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Rich
>
> On Sat, 24 Jan 2004, Judith Lang/Lynton Land wrote:
>
>> Paul,
>> Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following 
>> publication
>> with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
>> Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican
>> Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia:
>> Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.
>>
>> However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two
>> living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species
>> probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second
>> morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of
>> Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page
>> 110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the
>> intersepta morph.
>>
>> If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this
>> genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
>> Judy
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S.
>>> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or
>>> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which
>>> is the most current?
>>> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly
>>> appreciated.
>>>
>>> Paul Brown
>>> PhD candidate
>>> University of Calgary
>>> Department of Biological Sciences
>>> 2500 University Drive
>>> Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
>>> T2N 1N4
>>> (403) 210-5484
>>>
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>

From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Tue Jan 27 01:25:54 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 14:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Draft Zoning Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFF01@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi All,
Well I last emailed the coral-list notifying subscribers that a comment period for the Draft Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning Plan had opened. I was really happy to receive a significant number of requests for the associated documentation.
This is just a friendly reminder for those who intend to make a submission or intend on returning the questionairre, they are due by the close of business on the 6th February 2004. The next significant step in this process will be the release of a Draft Management Plan. We will notify coral-list when this period arrives. Thanks once again to all who responded.
Best Regards
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

This email, together with any attachments, is intended for the addressee only. It may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, please notify the sender, delete the email and attachments from your system and destroy any copies you may have taken of the email and its attachments. Duplication or further distribution by hardcopy, by electronic means or verbally is not permitted  without permission.

From jaapk at science.uva.nl  Tue Jan 27 05:51:59 2004
From: jaapk at science.uva.nl (Jaap Kaandorp)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 11:51:59 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] 2 PhD Student Positions in Simulation of developmental
	regulatory networks in sponges and corals
Message-ID: <20040127115159.A7175@cimex.science.uva.nl>

Two Ph.D. students Scientific Computing (position 1) / Numerical Mathematics & Scientific 
Computing (position 2)

Project: ``Simulation of developmental regulatory networks in sponges and sceleractinian
corals''

The project is financed by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific 
Research, NWO, research program Computational Life Sciences  and consists 
of 2 Ph.D. positions, one (position 1) at the Section Computational Science 
of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/) 
and one (position 2) at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) 
in Amsterdam (http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet).

In this project we will develop a model for simulating regulatory networks
that is capable of quantitatively reproducing spatial and temporal
expression patterns in developmental processes.  The model will be coupled
with a biomechanical model of cell aggregates and used to study the
formation of spatial and temporal expression patterns of gene products
during development in cellular systems.  A major issue are correct
estimations of the parameter settings in the network model. Therefore the
model will be used in combination with optimization algorithms (simulated
annealing) to explore large parameter spaces of regulatory networks and to
infer parameters from actual spatial and temporal gene expression
patterns. As a case study we are planning to use the body plan formation
in relatively simple multi-cellular organisms (sponges and sceleractinian
corals).  Here we will closely collaborate with Prof W.E.G. Mueller
(Institut fuer Physiologische Chemie Johannes Gutenberg-Universitaet
Mainz, Germany) and Prof D.J. Miller (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
James Cook University, Australia).  The PhD student Scientific Computing 
within the Section Computational Science will in particular work on 
optimization methods and modelling cellular aggregates, while the PhD student 
at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science will focus on the numerical 
methods for modelling the regulatory networks.

Details position 1 at the Section Computational Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam
_____________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.
Candidates should have a master's degree (or equivalent) in scientific
computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology  or a
comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to have an active interest in
life science applications.  For information on appointment (salary, vacation pay, etc.) 
please read the full description on www.uva.nl/vacatures or www.english.uva.nl, choose 
'Vacancies'.  Applications quoting job reference number and marked ``strictly confidential'' 
(in the upper left hand corner of the envelope) should include a letter of motivation, a 
curriculum vitae, if available copies of research papers, MSc thesis and the names of three 
persons from who references may be obtained.  Students who are about to finish their 
M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to apply.  The UvA offers an international working 
environment, flexible working conditions and is willing to help with housing for foreigners.  
Applications should be sent to the Universiteit van Amsterdam, Faculty of Science / Personnel 
Department, to the attention of Mrs. A. A. Craj?, personnel advisor, Kruislaan 404, 1098 SM 
Amsterdam, The Netherlands.  Applications by E-mail will also be accepted: 
anny at science.uva.nl.  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on March 15, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.

More information can be found at http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/ or contact
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp, E-mail jaapk at science.uva.nl, telephone +31 20 525 7539.

Details position 2 at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) in Amsterdam
________________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.  Applications are invited from candidates 
with with a good knowledge of the numerical analysis of ODEs/PDEs and an MSc in mathematics, 
scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology, 
computational fluid dynamics, or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to 
have an active interest in life science applications.  The salary with related employment 
conditions is according to regulations for OIOs (Onderzoekers in Opleiding) in the 
"CAO-onderzoekinstellingen" (collective employment agreement Dutch research institutes). 
Moreover CWI offers attractive working conditions, including flexibility, child care, and 
help with housing for foreigners.  Applications should be sent to Joke Blom, CWI/MAS, 
P.O. Box 94079, 1090 GB Amsterdam, the Netherlands.  E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, with mentioning 
of "PhD Vacancy MAS1 - RegNet".  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on February 1, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.  Your application should provide a concise 
description of your mathematical education, your CV, examination marks and if possible a copy 
of your M.Sc thesis. Students who are about to finish their M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to 
apply.

More information can be found at http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet or contact Joke Blom, 
E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, telephone +31 20 592 4263

-- 
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp
Section Computational Science
Faculty of Science
University of Amsterdam
Kruislaan 403
1098 SJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463
email: jaapk at science.uva.nl
fax: +31 20 5257490
URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/

See for the 1st International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics
March 22 - 23, 2004 in Amsterdam
http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/AMGC2004/

From mjnewman at ucsd.edu  Tue Jan 27 19:43:15 2004
From: mjnewman at ucsd.edu (Marah Newman)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 16:43:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Percent cover to biomass
Message-ID: <BC3C45A3.20FD%mjnewman@ucsd.edu>

Dear All,

I am trying to determine if there has been any work conducted in the past
that provides conversions from estimates of percent cover to living biomass
of coral tissue.  I am conducting surveys of corals (most likely using
point-intercept method) but in addition to coral cover estimates, I also
need biomass. I can do some estimates of surface area to account for the 3-d
structure of the reef, but I still need to figure out a way to get some sort
of g/m^2 estimate.  Does anyone know if work on this has ever been conducted
and where I can find it?

Thanks so much,

Marah Newman
___________________________________

Marah Newman
Graduate Student Office, Box 0208
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
CA 92093, USA

From corals at prtc.net  Tue Jan 27 19:41:23 2004
From: corals at prtc.net (CORALations)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:41:23 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral transplant, farming and restoration
Message-ID: <001101c3e537$75601920$09323242@m2t4v4>

Dear Coral-Listers:

CORALations is in the process of creating a bi-lingual field manual describing non-technical coral fragment 
planting and fragment stabilization and grow out methods for use by non-scientists in the Caribbean.  
The techniques will be limited to the three Caribbean Acroporids and Porites porites. 
The premise is that the broken fragment would otherwise suffer greater mortality without the intervention. 
The scope is further focused by limiting the reasons for intervention to impacts resulting from fin, 
small craft groundings, anchor and storm damage. 

If we have not already contacted you, and you have a non-technical method you wish to be featured,
please respond to corals at prtc.net.

We would also like to provide a list of contact information to include a one paragraph description for 
technical reef restoration methodologies. In this way, non-technical public would be able 
to access professionals to discuss restoration for more dramatic impact.  

If you have a technical restoration method you would like featured in the manual, 
and we have not already contacted you...please take a moment now to send the following: 
 
-Method name
-Your name, and/or company name and contact Information
-A one paragraph description of the method including types of impact it addresses or other restoration goals.(100 words more or less) 
 
Any questions please call. If you want to participate but cannot respond this week...please notify us so we can leave space open.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Sincerely, 

                       Conservar Cuidar Educar  
                  
                        Mary Ann Lucking
                        Director  CORALations
                        P.O. Box 750
                        Culebra, PR 00775  
                        corals at prtc.net
                        www.coralations.org  tel: 
                              fax:  787-742-0068
                              787-742-0053  
                       
                 
            
     
            
     

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 11:47:48 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] CNMI Coral reef AAG position available
In-Reply-To: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
References: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <4017E7B4.6020102@noaa.gov>

> Hello.  Below please find a position announcement for a coral reef
> Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern
> Mariana Islands.  Forward as appropriate.
> 
> Please direct all inquiries to the contact provided at the end of the 
> announcement.
> 
> JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
> U.S. Commonwealth of  the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
> Office of the Attorney General
> 
> Title: : ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, CORAL REEF INITIATIVE ATTORNEY
> 
> The CNMI Attorney General?s Office is seeking applicants for the Coral 
> Reef Initiative, to work on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
> This is a new position within the Attorney General?s Office and the 
> responsibilities described herein, will grow and evolve over time.  The 
> Attorney?s focus will be on coordinating and assisting local agencies in 
> their efforts of coral reef protection.  This will include among other 
> things defining jurisdictional responsibilities and limitations of the 
> agencies involved in coral reef protection, civil and criminal 
> enforcement of existing laws to protect the coral reef, drafting new 
> legislation and regulations concerning coral reef protection issues and 
> the administrative process as relating to coral reef matters.
> 
> Qualifications:    Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA 
> accredited law school, an active member in good standing of the bar of 
> any state or territory of the United States and eligible to be admitted 
> to the CNMI bar (or a member of the CNMI bar) upon commencement of 
> employment.  Applicants should have some experience in environmental law 
> and familiarity with coral reef or other marine systems.  Applicants 
> should exhibit the ability to accurately and precisely articulate issues 
> to non-lawyers in a concise and intelligible manner.  Applicants should 
> possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with 
> lawyers and non-lawyers in a professional manner in a demanding 
> environment.  Ideal applicants will have experience in natural resource 
> management, integrated costal zone management, maritime law and 
> fisheries management law.
> 
> Salary: Depending on the years of practice and experience.
> 
> Interested applicants must send resume and cover letter to:
> 
> Ms. Pamela Brown, Attorney General
> Office of the Governor, Hon. Juan A. Sablan Memorial Bldg.
> Caller Box 10007, Capitol Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
> Telephone: (670) 664-2341 Facsimile: (670) 664-2349
>  e-mail: pbrown at saipan.com.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:50:14 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:50:14 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Marine Science Programs for Educators and their
	students
Message-ID: <Sea1-F167sV77KibLM40002a33d@hotmail.com>

****Attn: grades 7-12 Teachers and College Marine Science Educators***

Please Forward!!

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that promote the study of endangered environments through first hand 
observation and field-based instruction.  For the past 15 years, junior high 
and high school teachers, along with college professors have participated in 
our programs located in the Bahamas and in Costa Rica.  Students and 
teachers are eligible for transferable college credit through the University 
of Wisconsin.

We are inviting you to sign on for an amazing experience! There is still 
space for both The Bahamas and Costa Rica for the summer of 2004, but hurry 
because space is limited. TEACHERS RECRUITING 7 PAYING STUDENTS FOR THE 
BAHAMAS OR COSTA RICA ATTEND OUR PROGRAM FREE OF COST, INCLUDING AIR. Please 
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Eleutheran Adventurers is a week long marine eco-adventure program. 
Participants will learn about the marine communities and tropical ecology of 
the Bahamas, along with its history and culture. Activities include 
snorkeling on primary reef systems, kayaking, drift-snorkeling, island 
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From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:59:31 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:59:31 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement: Marine Ecology Environmental Educator
Message-ID: <Sea1-F80yD2MDGL6ZoQ0003d7f5@hotmail.com>

Environmental Educator/Snorkeling Instructor
The Instiute for Ecological Field Studies
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
www.seafish.com

Job Description:
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students. Instruct snorkeling checkout and gear donning. Maintain and clean 
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Interpret island geology to teachers and students while exploring limestone 
caves and cliffs.

Qualifications:
Age 21 preferred. Those under 21 may be considered based on maturity and 
character. Must have experience traveling to and living in remote areas. 
Certified in SCUBA, life guarding, or extensive snorkeling experience, or 
any other relevant water certifications. CPR, First Aid, First Responder, or 
Wilderness First Aid. Must be able to work a non typical work week in an 
outdoor environment. Strong interest in environmental issues, marine 
biology/ecology, or adventure education. Be able to present in both a 
classroom and in an outdoor setting. Good leadership qualities. Be available 
to attend training one week prior to first group's arrival.

Personality:
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From ocianaca at yahoo.ca  Wed Jan 28 13:27:29 2004
From: ocianaca at yahoo.ca (Candace Rose-Taylor)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:27:29 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Message-ID: <20040128182729.90202.qmail@web60301.mail.yahoo.com>

Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre

www.huntsmanmarine.ca

New 2004 ? Education Program Assistant

 

Job Description

- assist with the teaching and development of all Public Education programs

- provide creative ideas for updating and developing HMSC website

- assist with fund raising and writing of grant proposals

- assist with the development of an advertising plan

 

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

- university degree in science - preferably biology or geography

- enjoy working with students of all ages (10 ? 80 years young)

- good knowledge of NW Atlantic marine life

- keen interest in the environment

- team player, yet be able to work independently

- adaptable, energetic, creative, punctual and task oriented

- enjoy the outdoors, not matter what the weather

- be able to work odd hours, evenings and weekends

- excellent communication skills ? verbal and written

- proficient with computers

- live locally (The position requires the person to live near St. Andrews.)

 

Salary - $12 - $15/hr (plus benefits) depending on experience.

Deadline for Application ? 6th March 2004

Interview Dates: Successful candidates will be offered interviews between 9-

20th March 2004

Start Date ? 5th April 2004

To apply send

1. covering letter outlining your interest and experience (one page)

2. detailed CV (three pages)

3. contact details (telephone & email address) of three people who can

supply references.

 

Send Applications to.

Mail: Director of Education, The Huntsman Marine Science Centre,

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Fax: 506-529-1212 c/o Director of Education

Email: tdean at huntsmanmarine.ca

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From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 13:34:41 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:34:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Inappropriate message posted to coral-list...
Message-ID: <401800C1.4050605@noaa.gov>

Dear coral-listers:

Over the weekend, an email with some inappropriate content was posted to
the coral-list and sent to all subscribers.  We would like to apologize
for the message reaching you; the person who sent it has since been
unsubscribed from coral-list, and the offending message removed from the
web archives.

We do not condone this type of inappropriate behaviour on the coral-list.

Thank you,
Louis Florit
coral-list System Administrator

-- 
Louis Florit, Research Associate
University of Miami/CIMAS
NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory
4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33149
Phone:  (305) 361-4445

From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 14:45:23 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 14:45:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>

Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Posting
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

From JandL at rivnet.net  Wed Jan 28 15:39:47 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
References: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
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From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 28 16:33:41 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:33:41 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Bonaire Job Announcement
Message-ID: <BC3D6AB5.1B574%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

The National Parks Foundation Bonaire (STINAPA Bonaire) operates the
national parks; the Washington Slagbaai National Park and the Bonaire
National Marine Park, within the Island Territory of Bonaire. At this moment
the organization has 16 employees.

The Foundation is now looking for a dynamic candidate for the challenging
position of:

MARINE PARK MANAGER M/F

As the park manager you represent the Bonaire National Marine Park and
execute the policies stipulated by the Board. You are in charge of the
management and maintenance of the Marine Park using goal-oriented guiding of
employees. 

This implies among others: coordinating, supervising and actively
participating in daily operations; initiating and guiding research and
monitoring activities and providing information in the broadest sense of the
word. As the marine park manager you are responsible for the enforcement of
the Marine Ordinance; and you participate in and promote projects with the
local community. 

The profile:
You have received at least an academic education, specialized in nature or
environmental sciences. Required are: experienced in a similar or comparable
position, leadership qualities, management skills, budget
preparation/monitoring experience, experienced in SCUBA diving and boat
handling proficiency. Furthermore you must possess excellent social and
communication skills. You have charisma and are a team player. You have good
command of written and spoken Dutch and/or English.

What we offer:
Your salary depends on education and experience. At STINAPA Bonaire
excellent benefits and terms of employment are standard.

Your reaction:
Does the above description apply to you? Send your letter by February 27
2004 accompanied by your curriculum vitae and relevant documents to:
director at stinapa.org or write to The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O. Box 368,
Bonaire, N.A. 

For more information you can call 599 717 8444

From Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us  Thu Jan 29 12:52:46 2004
From: Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us (Kosmynin, Vladimir)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 12:52:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <B4F970F70C84FD4A8630EDF4F25B08F816A3BA@tlhexsmb3.floridadep.net>

Dear Listers,

I think this is the time to talk about nomenclature of at least Atlantic reef
scleractinians, since it is not related to Stephanocoenia only.  I think Dr.
Vassil Zlatarski made very valuable point about inter-colonial variability
and transitional forms between two obvious forms - S. michelinii and
S.intersepta.  From my field and museum experience I can confirm that along
with distinctive forms there are numerous transitions.  The very same thing I
can tell about Montastraea  annularis forms.  For some strong believers of
three species in Montastraea annularis "complex" I could show transitions
both inter-colonially and intra-colonially during field work in Florida Keys
and Cuba.  The very same problem we have with Mycetophyllia species, where
along with distinctive forms of M. aliciae and M. ferox we have all
transitional forms too.  I wish Deborah Danaher will speak for that, she
invested considerable effort to figure out the borders between these two
species of Mycetophyllia.

At the same time there are at least three different forms in Montastraea
cavernosa, which I cannot recall somebody discussed. But fortunately, nobody
calls them species.

Coral taxonomy is not in favor now and is not really supported by funds; but
we have to realize that this is not just a problem of what to call this
particular coral "species" or "form".  It is more than just what to call it
when we are talking to public and bureaucracy about number of lost and
endangered species. It is a problem for management circles too.  For example,
I have received anger question why we are going to do monitoring "just on
Montastraea annularis, not also on M. faveolata and M. franksii". Well, just
because there are no such a thing as "species complex" in the International
Code of Zoological Nomenclature, and M. faveolata and M. franksii are not
appropriately established separate species.  I think we have to follow
correct existing names according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature.  Neither publication of "species" in popular books, photo
albums and reports, nor personal opinions of well-known scientists cannot be
used as a reference.  Unfortunately, in our list we see often these "species"
in use,  and it is something that confuses those who are not a taxonomist,
but working on corals.  To resolve questions about species we need further
work with each particular species, but until it is not resolved like it was
done by Australian scientists with genera Platygyra in the Pacific, species
must stay like they are according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature and correctly done revisions.

Thank you.

Vladimir N. Kosmynin, Ph.D.
Environmental Consultant
Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
e-mail: vladimir.kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us
Tel: (850)487-4471 Ext. 121
SunCom: 277-4471 Ext. 121
Fax: (850)921-6459

Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanologia, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

------------------------------

Message: 7
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land <JandL at rivnet.net>
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Cc: Vassil Zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
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Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanologia, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
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From Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu  Thu Jan 29 14:45:39 2004
From: Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu (Beatriz)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 14:45:39 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
Message-ID: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>

Dear Co-listers,

Although some of you know me, I am a new member of the coral list.

I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and its effects on coral
reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very grateful.

Thank you very much in advance,

Betty

M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
Instituto de Oceanolog?a
Ave 1ra No. 18406
Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
Cuba

Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu

From Gang.Liu at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 29 16:11:56 2004
From: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov (Gang Liu)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 16:11:56 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] 
	Coral Bleaching Alert for Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Message-ID: <4019771C.25840E2@noaa.gov>

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Coral Bleaching Alert

Anomalously high sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are quickly developing
over the past few weeks over most of the Coral Sea and portions of the
Great Barrier Reef.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspote.1.27.2004.gif
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climohot.html

SSTs from two of our selected satellite monitoring sites, Davies Reef
and Heron Island, have been edging above the summertime maximum monthly
mean SST since early this month.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/CB_indices/coral_bleaching_indices.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_daviesreef_cur.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_heron_cur.html

Coral bleaching DHWs have already been accumulating through out the
Coral Sea and part of the GBR.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.27.2004.gif

Some minor bleaching has been observed at various locations in the GBR
region. The tides in the GBR are yet to relax completely and the weather
forecasts are calling for continued slack winds in the region.  Although
it is cloudy near the coast, high solar radiation persists over the
area.  These environmental conditions are favorable for the development
of intensive thermal stress, foretelling of the potential for severe
coral bleaching events in the GBR within the next few weeks.

For more information please visit Coral Reef Watch's Website:
http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html

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Any feedback you can provide is useful: both bleaching and non-bleaching
observations are welcome. Please send the feedback to Alan Strong
(Alan.E.Strong at noaa.gov) and/or Gang Liu (Gang.Liu at noaa.gov). Users are
also encouraged to use the NOAA/ReefBase collaborative online bleaching
report form to send input to our bleaching database. The form is
available at http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp

Jan 28, 2004
NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program

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 Tel: 301-713-9386 ext 131
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From p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au  Thu Jan 29 18:58:53 2004
From: p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au (Paul Marshall)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 09:58:53 +1000 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] GBR Bleaching Conditions Update - 29 Jan 2004 
Message-ID: <1052.144.134.89.113.1075420733.squirrel@www.gbrmpa.gov.au>

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Climate Change Program is
dedicated to observing, understanding and reporting coral bleaching events
and other climate change impacts on the Great Barrier Reef. The Climate
Change Program provides regular reports on conditions on the Reef throughout
summer and publishes early warnings of increases in levels of stress or
widespread bleaching of corals. This is the fourth Current Conditions Report
for the summer of 2003/04.

Updated 29 January 2004

On the basis of current conditions and climate predictions for the summer of
2004, the threat of widespread coral bleaching for the Great Barrier Reef
(GBR) region is currently rated as HIGH. Although weather and sea
temperatures have decreased toward seasonal averages at most locations over
recent weeks, conditions are showing signs of warming again and reports of
minor or patchy bleaching have now been received from several locations.

Sea temperatures remain above average at most monitoring sites on the Great
Barrier Reef. Satellite monitoring of sea temperatures by the U.S. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates an alarming increase
in sea surface temperatures in the Coral Sea, reaching levels 1-2 degrees C
above what would be expected for this time of year. Sea surface temperatures
over the Great Barrier Reef region have also increased over the last week,
with anomalies of 0.5 to 1 degree C over much of the GBR region.
Recent conditions on the GBR region over recent weeks suggest that the
recent respite to the warming trend may be short lived. Temperatures remain
close to levels known to cause stress to corals and associated reef
organisms. Critical thresholds that are known to trigger widespread coral
bleaching have not yet been exceeded, however significant coral bleaching
can be expected if the warming trend is resumed over coming months.
Reports received through our BleachWatch program indicate that minor
bleaching of susceptible corals is occurring at locations off Port Douglas,
Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Orpheus Island and Heron Island. At some
locations, notably off Port Douglas and Cairns, the severity of bleaching
has increased over the last week. The bleaching reports received to date
indicate mostly light or patchy bleaching, although there is an indication
that stress levels are increasing at some sites. These reports do not
necessarily indicate the onset of a mass bleaching event. However more
severe bleaching could develop if sea temperatures continue to rise.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority will continue to closely
monitor the situation with the support of BleachWatch participants and in
conjunction with AIMS and NOAA.

The GBRMPA welcomes any reports of coral bleaching. If you regularly visit a
reef site, or if you have seen bleaching on the reef, we would be grateful
for your input to our BleachWatch Program.

For the full current conditions report, for information on how to join
BleachWatch, and for background information on climate change, coral
bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef, visit the GBRMPA web site:
www.gbrmpa.gov.au.

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Manager
Climate Change Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
Townsville, Australia
phone +61 7 4750 0771
fax +61 7 4772 6093
email p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Fri Jan 30 13:24:18 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:24:18 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO
	CONSERVE CORAL REEFS
Message-ID: <401AA152.9020603@noaa.gov>

NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO CONSERVE CORAL REEFS

Each year, subject to the availability of funds, NOAA publishes its
Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Funding Guidance, as authorized by
the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, to solicit proposals for coral
reef conservation activities.

Fiscal year 2004 grant pre-applications are due March 12, 2004.  See: 
http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/grants.html for the 2004 Coral Reef 
Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004 Funding Guidance.

In 2002 and 2003, the first two years of the grants program, NOAA
awarded approximately $5.5 million per year in matching grants under six
funding categories.  In 2004, NOAA is making available up to $5.59
million in matching grants, again under six funding categories.

The 2004 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004
Funding Guidance includes instructions on how to apply for funding under
the following categories, each outlined with specific applicant and
activity eligibility criteria.

    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Management;
    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Monitoring;
    # Coral Reef Ecosystem Research**(see note at end);
    # Projects to Improve or Amend Coral Reef Fishery Management Plans;
    # General Coral Reef Conservation; and
    # International Coral Reef Conservation.

For information specific to each of the above categories, please contact
the appropriate person listed in the 2004 Funding Guidance.  For overall
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program questions, please contact
Jonathan Kelsey (jonathan.kelsey at noaa.gov; 301-563-7230).

Cheers,
Jonathan Kelsey

**Funding under the Coral Reef Ecosystem Research category is on a 
different time frame.  Information on that program is available at 
http://www.nurp.noaa.gov/noaacoral.html.

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 22:08:52 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:08:52 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr Rosenberg's mail id
Message-ID: <20040131030852.11917.qmail@web14919.mail.yahoo.com>

Dear listers....

Sorry for the trouble...but this is my last place
to get the e-mail id of Dr Eugene Rosenberg.....
I tried to mail him at the address given at his
webpage....but all my mail have bounced saying
that there is error, the id does'nt exixt...or it
can't reach.....

the mail id was......
eugene at tau.ac.il

Can anyone give me the right id?????

Thanks in advance

Shashank

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From jware at erols.com  Fri Jan 30 10:18:50 2004
From: jware at erols.com (John Ware)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 10:18:50 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Is Robert Carpenter out there.
Message-ID: <401A75DA.9EA46E41@erols.com>

Dear Robert and List,

I am looking for Robert Carpenter's mailing address so that ISRS can
send him some money for the exemplary (I assume) services he has
performed for the Society.

John Ware
Treasurer, ISRS

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From vanesef at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 14:48:47 2004
From: vanesef at yahoo.com (Vanese Flood)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 11:48:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
In-Reply-To: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>
Message-ID: <20040130194847.4896.qmail@web60509.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Beatriz,
For a good review on sedimentation's effects on reefs
see:
Rogers, C.S. 1990. Response of coral reefs and reef
organisms to sedimentation. Marine Ecology Progress
Series. 62:185-202.
There are later papers also, but this is a good place
to start.
Good luck,

Vanese Flood

Department of Geology
University of Georgia

--- Beatriz <Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu> wrote:
> Dear Co-listers,
> 
> Although some of you know me, I am a new member of
> the coral list.
> 
> I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and
> its effects on coral
> reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very
> grateful.
> 
> Thank you very much in advance,
> 
> Betty
> 
> M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
> Instituto de Oceanolog?a
> Ave 1ra No. 18406
> Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
> Cuba
> 
> Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu
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From i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 20:55:17 2004
From: i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au (Ida Fellegara)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 11:55:17 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] coral-crab symbiosis
In-Reply-To: <200312291833_MC3-1-6312-1B56@compuserve.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20040102115038.025ced30@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

Hi All
I have recently noticed a couple of small, loose massive coral colonies 
that have a crab living in  a hole underneath. I have searched as coral 
symbiosis and looked at crab literature but haven't found anything

Is anybody aware of any reference about it?
thanks
Ida

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Ida Fellegara (BSc, MSc)
Ph D candidate
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Qld
ph 07 3365 7020
fax 07 3365 4755

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From S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 21:15:13 2004
From: S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au (Selina Ward)
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2004 12:15:13 +1000 
Subject: [Coral-List] Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Message-ID: <8A715E60894B5D43A3858A909C5D1895405F43@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

This year The University of Queensland, Australia is offering the Great
Barrier Reef Study Program for international and domestic students from 14
June - 13 August 2004.

The Great Barrier Reef Study Program provides students with an opportunity
for the ultimate marine education experience through a unique program
comprised of six short course options undertaken in Queensland's spectacular
marine environments, at world class research stations and on board a tall
ship. 

Three courses are taught at Heron Island Research Station on a coral cay,
two at Moreton Bay Research Station on North Stradbroke Island and one
course on board a tall ship in the Great Barrier Reef. The courses are short
intensive courses during which students will be immersed in the marine
environment. They will have daily lectures, field practical and laboratory
sessions so that they become familiar with a range of marine organisms and
processes and acquire first hand research skills through conducting short
group research projects.

The following courses are offered for 2004:
Coastal Zone Management
Marine Microscopy and Microanalysis
Biology and Oceanography of the Great Barrier Reef
Marine Neurobiology
Tropical Marine Invertebrates
Coral Reef Ecosystems

Please visit the website for detailed information and enrolment details.
www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

Dr Selina Ward
Academic Coordinator
Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
St Lucia 4072 Qld
Australia
ph 61 7 3346 9576
mob 61 410 478467
fax 61 7 33654755
email s.ward at marine.uq.edu.au
http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

From judith_mendes at hotmail.com  Fri Jan  2 09:23:44 2004
From: judith_mendes at hotmail.com (Judith Mendes)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 14:23:44 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
Message-ID: <Law15-F31ll7fnp3eEH0000b414@hotmail.com>

Dear Mark,

One difficulty with the meta-analysis you are planning is the wide variety 
of methods used to collect coral abundance data. With respect to their 
effect on the calculation of diversity the methods can be divided into two 
groups:

1. Those that estimate abundance from the projected planar area, the two 
dimensions x and z (e.g. methods with images taken from a camera/video 
camera mounted above the coral).

2. Those that estimate abundance from surface relief, the two dimensions x 
and y (e.g.
Methods in which a line or chain is draped over the coral). This means that 
the resulting abundance estimates are affected by the morphology of the 
coral species. Species with high relief e.g. Acropora will appear more 
abundant when a method that measures abundance in the xy plane is used when 
compared with their abundance estimated in the xz plane.

While this difference in the way abundance is estimated different methods 
may sound trivial, it can lead to very different estimates of diversity for 
the same location, particularly if the diversity index chosen emphasises the 
relative abundance of species in its calculation. The best book explaining 
the variety of diversity indices and the aspect of community composition 
that they emphasise (species richness or evenness/dominance) is still 
?Ecological Diversity and its Measurement? by Anne Magurran (1988). It even 
contains a nice Caribbean coral reef example from Barbados showing diversity 
increasing with depth and distance from Bridgetown, the capital, on the west 
coast of the island. This example is taken from Tomascik, T. and Sander, F 
(1987) Effects of eutrophication on reef building corals II? Mar. Biol., 
94:53-75.  I see Anne Magurran is bringing out a new book this month 
entitled ?Measuring Biological Diversity?; perhaps this will be even better 
than the original.

Some methods, such as the CARICOMP method, include an index of surface 
relief /rugosity which can be useful in addressing this issue.

I have data from 1 site on the south coast of Jamaica which you are welcome 
to have. Good luck with your meta-analysis.

Judith Mendes

>From: "Mark Vermeij" <Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov>
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
>Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 14:35:31 -0500
>
>Dear all,
>For a comparitive study I would be interested in diversity indices on coral 
>communities throughout the Caribbean bassin. I was thinking of Shannon 
>Weaver indices as they correct for "abundance", but surprisingly little can 
>be found regarding this measure related to Caribbean corals. E.g. a search 
>with google results in information on line-dancing (amongst other 
>interesting topics), but no relevant information in relation to corals was 
>found. If you have such data, or know a place were to find this, I would 
>greatly appreciate your suggestions. Basically what I'm looking for is a 
>detailed quantification of coral abundance (either through number or 
>cover), that includes the majority of corals known to be present at that 
>location. Based on this information the calculation of the SW-index for 
>this location should be simple.
>
>Thanks for your help and with best regards,
>Mark
>
>--
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>
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Mon Jan  5 01:51:10 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 14:51:10 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Management Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFED7@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi coral-listers,
The Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP) is currently undergoing review.
NMP protects Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing coral reefs in the world.
It occurs in the remote North-west of Australia and is one of the few major coral reef systems occuring on the west coast of any continent. This reef is of potential World Heritage Listing and remains relatively pristine. 
The NMP proposed zoning plan has recently been released for public comment.
If you have any interest in this area or have visited it in the past now is a good opportunity to have your say.
Email me to register your interest and I will forward you the relevant documentation.
Look forward to any replies,
Best Regards,
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Mon Jan  5 09:53:10 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 08:53:10 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes [Florida
	Department 
	of Environmental Protection in the middle of the first year of an
	intense
	monitoring program to document the status of the reef] (Stuart News,
	1/4 /04)
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B19@MIAMIMX>

See excerpt below... Full article with photos can be found through the link
provided.

Happy New Year,

Bill

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes

   By Suzanne Wentley
      staff writer

   Stuart News
   http://www.tcpalm.com

   January 4, 2004

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

STUART -- State reef expert Walter Jaap remembered well the first time he
dove the coral reef off St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve in the late 1970s.

"I was shocked. It used to be conventional wisdom that when you were north
of Miami there wasn't much in the way of coral reefs," said Jaap, an
associate research scientist with the Florida Marine Research
Institute. "But you can find interesting coral formations up to this area."

Some Treasure Coast anglers and divers might be familiar with the area,
often referred to as Peck's Lake reef or kingfish hole.

But scientists are just starting to uncover the uniqueness of the 6-square-
mile reef, considered the northernmost of tropical coral reefs.

Biologists with the state Department of Environmental Protection are in the
middle of the first year of an intense monitoring program, designed to
document the status of the reef.

Its health can then be analyzed before and after $1.2 billion in local
Everglades restoration work is completed, to determine the impact on
natural ecosystems.

The goal -- as was the goal when local activists first persuaded Jaap and
others to focus on the reef just south of the inlet -- is to preserve its
biodiversity and beauty.

"There's just an abundant amount of wildlife there," said Mark Perry,
executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society. "Once you see it,
you just say, 'Wow.' It's something we need to preserve."

Under the sea

More than 150 species of fish and more than 200 species of invertebrates
live among the 17 different coral species found in the St. Lucie Inlet
State Preserve.

During an annual fish count at the reef -- sponsored by the DEP and
administered by the national Reef Environment Education Foundation --
volunteers saw everything from yellowtail parrotfish to loggerhead sea
turtles to a spotted eagle ray.

Soft and hard corals are found in the reef, which features the Sabellariid
worm reef -- seen also at Bathtub Reef beach park -- closer to the inlet.

As the reef stretches toward Hobe Sound, there are a variety of corals
planted on a coquina limestone known as Anastasia rock that formed 125,000
years ago after an ice age changed the sea level, Perry said.

Individual colonies of Oculina ivory bush coral, brain corals, great star
corals and sea fans -- all quite small compared to similar reefs in the
Caribbean -- cover about 1 percent of the bottom, which is only about 8 to
20 feet below the surface.

In the Keys, corals cover about 12 percent of the bottom, said Jeff Beal,
director of the DEP's Aquatic and Buffer Preserve field office, who is
coordinating monitoring efforts.

The growth, he said, is likely limited by water temperature and the wave
action that causes some of the corals to grow flat, like a pancake.

"You're at the northern limit for many of these corals," he said. "We were
surprised to discover there is a great diversity of corals down there."

Although the heads of corals are small, the reef is "very healthy here,"
Beal added.

Monitoring the reef

But the health, abundance and diversity is just starting to be documented,
despite years of great fishing that bring dozens of boats to the reef this
time of year, hoping for a Spanish mackerel that swims in a deep hole in
the middle of the reef.

"We're doing the first assessment of that reef," Beal said. "It's amazing
how many things you can see there."

After Jaap's initial dive on the site, he and another scientist wrote a
report encouraging protection of the reef. But it took until January 1988
for the state to buy the submerged lands and create a management plan for
the preserve.

"They do an annual survey of it, and they also have a bunch of volunteer
divers that go and clean it up, to make sure it's in good condition," said
John Griner, preserve manager. "We don't have a large staff to monitor it."

Instead, Beal and a former state scientist, Cindy Lott, met with Jaap to
collect baseline data for the reef.

Using digital video cameras, the scientists shot underwater videos along
pre-determined lines. They counted and identified the species, then logged
the information to compare each year.

Already, the scientists have three lines permanently installed, with plans
to install at least a dozen.

"We want to pick areas with high coral abundance," Beal said. "We want to
see how much does the St. Lucie (Canal) water, how much does that affect
the reef."

That information could be used to gauge the effectiveness of local
Everglades restoration efforts, he added.

Preservation plans

There is more to saving the reef than monitoring.

In the next few years, state preserve officials plan to install anchor
buoys so boats visiting the area won't damage the reef with anchors.

Until then, Perry recommends that boaters be wary of the reef when dropping
anchor.

"It's simple. You can see the reef from the surface because it's shallow,"
he said. "You want to look for a nice, sandy area. It helps a lot."

Long-term plans for the preserve also include creating a visible boundary
around the reef. Spearfishing is not allowed in the preserve.

Perry also suggested anglers be careful not to break their line on the
rock, because excess fishing line and dropped nets cause hazards for
underwater dwellers.

"The best thing is to use a round sinker, and use it right off the bottom
not to get tangled in the rocks," he said.

As state scientists continue their monitoring, they hope to create a list --
 with pictures -- of all the species that can be found underwater, helping
divers and snorkelers to better appreciate the area's natural wonders.

"It's very easy to break corals, to undo years of growth," Beal
said. "There's a whole community around them. It's a really neat place."

...

- suzanne.wentley at scripps.com

Reef dwellers

Some of the species found at St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve:

 - Cocoa damselfish (www.reefnews.com/reefnews/news/v05n05/cocoad.html)
The damselfish, commonly found in the Caribbean, eats algae growing on
tropical corals and uses the area for breeding.

 - Long-spined black sea urchin
(coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/diadema.html)
This species of sea urchin experienced a major die-off in the Caribbean in
the 1980s, but have a healthy population here.

 - Great star coral
(www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/southflorida/coral/profiles.html#great)
Impressive colonies of this tropical coral are large enough to be very old
and stable.

 - Mutton snapper (indianriver.fl.us/fishing/fish/snapmutt.html)
Because spearfishing is illegal within the preserve boundary, snapper and
other game fish are able to grow and feed among the reef.

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

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From taz9911 at hotmail.com  Mon Jan  5 21:40:43 2004
From: taz9911 at hotmail.com (Wendy Chen)
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2004 02:40:43 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
Message-ID: <Sea2-F51v5PispynCjW0001dc67@hotmail.com>

   Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with
   pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my
   controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The
   glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4
   days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I
   get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months,
   I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same,
   but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else
   has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis
   settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a
   Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help
   would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Wendy Chen
   aka Woon Jaye Chen
     _________________________________________________________________

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From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 10:38:55 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107103823.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Greetings,
   I  would  appreciate  it  if you would make your students aware of our
   Tropical  Marine  Biology  summer  course  that  will  be  held at Lee
   Stocking  Island, Bahamas during July 19 - August 2, 2004. We can take
   a total of 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served
   basis.  Students  will  receive  4  semester  hours  of college credit
   (undergraduate or graduate) as long as the course is approved by their
   home  institution.  More  information about the course can be found at
   the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/T
   MB_Home_Page.html
   Thanks for your help!
   Cheers,
   Danny Gleason

   PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW
   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/TMB_Home_Page.html
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From tlsnell at buffalo.edu  Wed Jan  7 13:33:04 2004
From: tlsnell at buffalo.edu (tlsnell at buffalo.edu)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 13:33:04 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
Message-ID: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites 
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this 
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic 
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate 
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.  

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking 
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to 
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific 
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate 
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were 
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to 
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of 
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure 
coral-specificity. 

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260

From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 15:17:53 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 15:17:53 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107151731.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology

   Funding is available at Georgia Southern University (GSU) starting May
   1, 2004 to support a Master's student for the summer to participate in
   studies  of  the  benthic  invertebrate  fauna of Gray's Reef National
   Marine  Sanctuary. The successful applicant will be expected to assist
   with  two  projects related to this group of organisms: 1) development
   of  a web-based field guide and 2) assessment of recruitment processes
   to  the  benthos. Abstracts for both of these projects can be obtained
   at the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   The  successful  applicant  will  also  be  expected to enter the M.S.
   program   in   Biology  at  GSU  in  fall  2004  and  will  develop  a
   hypothesis-driven   research   project   based  on  organisms  in  the
   Sanctuary.  Scuba  diving  certification is required and an ability to
   work   in   rough  sea  conditions  is  highly  preferred.  Successful
   applicants  will  receive  funding for the summer ($3,000) and will be
   supported  during  fall  and  spring semesters on either a teaching or
   research assistantship (type of support dependent on availability).

   Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore
   live-bottom   reefs  off  the  coast  of  Georgia  and  is  a  popular
   recreational  fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5
   nautical  miles  off  Sapelo  Island,  Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth
   range,  and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains
   a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house
   invertebrates,  such  as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea
   stars,  crabs,  lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also
   attracts  numerous  species  of  fishes,  including  black  sea  bass,
   snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

   Interested students should submit a resume, undergraduate transcripts,
   a statement of interest and career goals, and two letters of reference
   to  Danny Gleason, Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University,
   P.O.  Box  8042,  Statesboro,  GA  30460-8042.  The  recipient will be
   selected  from the pool of applicants who have submitted all materials
   by February 20, 2004. More information about the Department of Biology
   at  GSU  can  be  found  at [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/ and
   information   on   applying   to  graduate  school  can  be  found  at
   [3]http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/

   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [4]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/
   3. http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/
   4. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From fpl at circop.com  Wed Jan  7 16:21:26 2004
From: fpl at circop.com (Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 22:21:26 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] In'l Coral Reefs Conf of Paris (CIRCoP 2) : looking
	for Talks & Movies
Message-ID: <00a701c3d564$3f08e7e0$0500a8c0@27.32.5.free.fr>

Dear listers, 

After a great first edition end of Jan 2003, the International Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris (CIRCoP) will open their doors once again on March the 19th & 20th 2005.

This general public event has been created to allow scientists to share knowledge and passion about Coral Reefs with Divers, Reef Aquarists, Sea Lovers and General Public. 

This second edition will occur in one of the most famous venue in Paris : the "City of Sciences". This place, with 2 big theatres, 8 sessions rooms, and 2000 m2 of exposition area, should allow us to welcome about 4000 people during a Week-End. Organized around 16 main talks & 16 movies, CIRCoP 2 should also provide 16 aquaria specific talks for hobbists, 16 aquaria talks for professionals, and 16 talks for divers. Tour operators, Aquaria equipment makers, photos and videos should also create a lot of animation, and much more...

We are now starting to work on the program, and we are looking for talks and movies dealing with topic of interest for our visitors.
If you would like to be part of the lecturer team, please suggest one or more potential talk, with 5 lines of description. Please also explain from where you would come from (country and town/airport)
If you have professional quality movie(s) about coral reefs that you would like to show, please tell us. 

Talks and movies should talk about thing like : 
a.. Coral Reefs : Status, Protection, Restoration, Reef Life,...
a.. Aquaria : Techniques, Captive propagation, Animal Care & Description 
a.. Travels and Diving : Where to go, what to see, how to learn about Reefs, how to protect them 

For more information, please refer to : 
- the official web site : www.circop.com
- Lecturers Information :  http://www.circop.com/CIRCoP2005/US/LecturerConditions.html

Many thanks in advance for your replies, 

Best Regards & Wishes for this new Year
Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert
www.reefkeepers.net
www.circop.com

From phmontoya at hotmail.com  Wed Jan  7 21:39:43 2004
From: phmontoya at hotmail.com (Phanor Montoya Maya)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 21:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Looking for information on coral reproduction
Message-ID: <000301c3d590$abe90d50$ca985dc8@phanor>

Dear coral list suscribers,
 
Can anyone help me find information about coral reproduction?
 
I want to answer the following questions:
 
Which Caribbean corals are brooding species and which ones are broadcast
species?
How long does it take for the planula to settle? For brooding and
broadcast species?
 
Thank you in advance for the help you can give me.
 
 
Phanor Montoya Maya
Director Ejecutivo
Fundaci?n Bucea Colombia
www.buceacolombia.org
correo at buceacolombia.org
Telefono: 300 6122392
Fax: 3232668
 

From alcolado at ama.cu  Thu Jan  8 09:55:24 2004
From: alcolado at ama.cu (Pedro Alcolado)
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 2004 09:55:24 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Need Nike Bianchi's e-mail address
Message-ID: <004301c3d5f7$7e18d1a0$b65da8c0@ama.cu>

Dear coralisters,
First of all, have all of you a happy new year plenty of scientific success.
I would appreciate to receive from some of you Nike Bianchi's e-mail address. Thank you very much.
Pedro

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Thu Jan  8 13:17:54 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Meandrinas
Message-ID: <Sea2-F34yEXUIEAOeIi000382fd@hotmail.com>

   Hi  Everybody,  I  am  working  with  the genus Meandrina. I have been
   collecting  morphometric,population-level  and  reproductive  data for
   over  a  year  now.  I  borrowed  the  holotype specimen (the only one
   available)  of  Goreaugyra  memorialis fron the Smithsonian Museum and
   done  some  morphometrics.  Zlatarsky  used  the  descriptin  of  this
   specimen  and  synonymized   it  with  Meandrina memorialis. There are
   morphological  differences  between  what we are calling M. memorialis
   here  in  Puerto  Rico  and  other Caribbean sites and the holotype of
   G.memorialis.However,  no  statistical  inferences  could be made with
   justone  specimen.  I  was wondering if anybody has seen, photographed
   and  or  collected another specimen (s) of Goreaugyra anywhere else is
   the  wider  Caribbean  or  even  outside  this  area  (Brasil??). I am
   including a photo of Goreaugyra memorialis

   Thanks

   Jorge Pinz?n
     _________________________________________________________________

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From Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:08:09 2004
From: Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov (Lindsey C Williams)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:08:09 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available
Message-ID: <3FFDAA99.6E4652A3@noaa.gov>

Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available

Proceedings from the June 18 - 20, 2003 Coral Reefs, Climate and Coral
Bleaching workshop are now available on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
website (www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm).

At its 8th meeting in October 2002, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
(USCRTF) passed two resolutions highlighting the impacts of climate and
coral bleaching on coral reefs.  The first resolution on ?Coral Reefs
and Climate Change? called for an interagency, public/private
partnership to advance understanding and management of this issue.  A
second resolution identified climate change and coral bleaching as one
of six priority threats to U.S. reefs and encouraged development of
three-year local action strategies by State/Territory and Federal
partners to address the problem.

In response to these resolutions, the Department of Commerce (NOAA),
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Department of the Interior
(DOI) organized a stakeholder workshop to explore collaborative
approaches to better understand and address threats to coral reefs
associated with climate, with special emphasis on coral bleaching.

Participants included over 100 scientists and managers from U.S.
federal, State and Territorial government, NGOs, academia, and
international agencies currently active in understanding and managing
coral reefs in a changing climate. The three-day workshop addressed the
latest science on climate change and coral bleaching, reviewed current
efforts to develop management strategies in the context of coral
bleaching, and discussed ways to better integrate science and management
information to address the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Visit www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm to view the
Proceedings. Please contact Felipe Arzayus with any questions
(Felipe.Arzayus at noaa.gov).

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:16:42 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
Message-ID: <3FFDAC9A.A397CA55@noaa.gov>

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.

Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118

                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
             1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
             CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to announce
the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral reef
conservation.

The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This award
is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
initiatives.

This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on coral
reef management initiatives with an agency member of the USCRTF.  In
this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a location to
be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be flown to
Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at the next
USCRTF meeting.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements:
? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on coral
reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully completed the
sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy or science with
emphasis on coral reefs;
? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, or
Hawaii.

Application Selection Timetable

Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST

Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004

Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
(*pending availability)

Application Material

All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit the
following material:
? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
? Resume.
? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship will
benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in your
island.

Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:

USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
c/o Shane Guan
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov

Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
Fax: 301-713-4389

Contact
For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
above address.

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From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Fri Jan  9 06:21:20 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:21:20 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Climate Conference - abstract reminder
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE4230299C2B5@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear all

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Happy New Year to you all. This is a reminder to those of you who have
not yet sent in abstracts for the conference that the deadline for
submission is the end of January 2004 (see full details below).
Registration details, with forms and example abstract can be found at:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts as soon as possible. Here is
a reminder of the timetable for the conference - note the deadline for
abstracts:

 

Call for abstracts: September 2003

 

Deadline for abstracts: 31st Jan 2004

 

Programme details online: 31st March 2004

 

Early registration deadline: 31st May 2004

 

Freshwater Biological Association Annual Meeting: 19th-20th July 2004

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems conference: 21st-23rd July 2004

 

Due to our aim in providing an integrated conference where all
participants can hear all talks, and the potential high interest in this
conference, there is likely to be some competition for oral presentation
slots. Contributors are therefore encouraged to:

 

1.	target their presentations (and thus abstracts) to be as
accessible as possible to the wide range of participants at the
conference
2.	present a broad picture or synthesis of ideas within a
particular field fitting to the overarching theme of the conference (for
local studies, it would therefore be beneficial for presenters to put
their work firmly in a global context).
3.	keep abstracts within the word limit and to use the format given
4.	to have the abstracts in before the deadline 

 

The organising committee will review all abstracts the week after the
deadline and select presentations for each of the themed sessions of the
conference to complement the plenary speakers. Oral presentations will
be chosen to give as full range of topics as possible over the
conference. All participants submitting abstracts for an oral
presentation that are not accepted for a talk will be offered to present
as a poster instead.

 

For all communication on the conference, please use the following
conference email:

 

climate at plymouth.ac.uk <mailto:climate at plymouth.ac.uk> 

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts & registration forms and
seeing many of you here in Plymouth in July.

 

Yours,

 

Martin

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Fri Jan  9 11:00:05 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:00:05 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B5F@MIAMIMX>

FYI - Sorry for any cross-postings.

-----Original Message-----
From: John F. Valentine [mailto:jvalentine at disl.org] 
To: Precht, Bill
Subject: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]

Dear Friends,

As you develop your travel plans for the coming year, we hope that you
will consider participating in the upcoming Benthic Ecology Meeting
which will be held March 25-28 in Mobile, Alabama.  To help you with
your planning, we are announcing the posting of the 2004 Benthic Ecology
Meeting website which can now be found on the internet at
http://bem.disl.org.  On this site, you will find descriptions of the
registration and abstract submittal processes, t-shirts and, of course,
a lively social gathering.  In addition, you will find links to the
meeting hotel, travel web sites and the meeting organizers.  When you
have a moment take a look.  We encourage you to book your rooms and send
in your registrations as soon as possible, in order that we can better
plan our annual event.  In the mean time, we stand by to answer any
questions you have about the upcoming meeting.

John F. Valentine - jvalentine at disl.org

-- 
john f. valentine
101 bienville blvd.
dauphin island sea lab &
university of south alabama
dauphin island, al. 35628
office #: 251-861-7546
fax #: 251-861-7540
email: jvalentine at disl.org
disl website: www.disl.org

From raronson at disl.org  Fri Jan  9 12:04:08 2004
From: raronson at disl.org (Rich Aronson)
Date: Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:04:08 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
Message-ID: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>

The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
 
For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004

-- 
_____________________________
Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
Senior Marine Scientist
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA

voice: 251-861-7567
fax:   251-861-7540
_____________________________

From Billy.Causey at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 10 12:08:35 2004
From: Billy.Causey at noaa.gov (Billy Causey)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 12:08:35 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement from The Natura Conservancy
Message-ID: <40003192.8EB28FBB@noaa.gov>

The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Last Great Places

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Marine Habitat Leader
SUPERVISOR: Director, Global Priorities Group
LOCATION:  open
DATE POSTED: December 18, 2003

The Marine Habitat Leader is a new, estimated 12-month position
developed to lead The Nature Conservancy in setting outcome-based
conservation goals, including priority conservation strategies and
places, for all of the world?s marine biomes ? called Major Habitat
Types.  Marine goals will be informed by global scientific assessments
of habitat status, threat and conservation progress, and calibrated
against advancements to be made through TNC and partner efforts.  The
objective of this position is to conduct an expansive and inclusive
process that builds both institutional support and partner engagement
for the conservation of the world?s marine ecoregions.  Responsibilities
include: 1) leading a science-driven assessment of each Marine Major
Habitat Type that culminates in an authoritative ?state of the habitat?
report;  2) conducting a conservation gap analysis to identify priority
areas and priority strategies; 3) articulating initial habitat goals for
TNC; 4) facilitating the establishment of longer-range goals for
relevant TNC programs; 5) contributing to a framework to help inform
Conservancy FY06 planning; and 6) making structural or process-related
recommendations relevant to implementation of these goals.

The Marine Habitat Leader will work with four other habitat leaders to
lead TNC in setting comprehensive conservation goals for all Major
Habitat Types.  In addition, the Marine Leader will ensure integration
and collaboration with the Marine Initiative in both the design and
execution of this process.  Within that broader framework, the Marine
Leader will provide overall leadership on behalf of TNC for Marines
Major Habitat Type goal setting.  It is conceivable that TNC might
co-lead each process with individuals from other institutions.
Specific duties require building and managing a small core ad hoc team
of partners, key TNC staff, senior managers, trustees/Board of
Governors, and Global Priority Group (GPG) staff.   The Marine Leader is
expected to work with other habitat leaders to identify crosscutting
issues and ensure consistent methods.  The Leader will work closely with
the GPG on data management and analysis, mapping, and the overall
process.  The Leader ensures the goal-setting process for marine
habitats remains within budget.  The Director of Global Priorities
supervises the Marine Habitat Leader.

DUTIES:

1. Advance habitat goal-setting for marine within a broader
organizational effort that will set coherent goals and define priorities
for all Major Habitat Types organized under five different habitat
groups (grasslands, deserts, freshwater, marine, and forests).
Collaborate with other Habitat Leaders to ensure learning across groups
and to balance efforts and priorities across and between groups.
2. Work with other institutions to conduct global habitat assessments,
insuring the use of existing information to document and analyze the
status, distribution, threats, geographic priorities, dominant
strategies, level of conservation investments and established
international goals, and gaps relevant to Marine Major Habitat Types.
3. Solicit input from the field to produce a preliminary draft outline
of TNC specific goals, outcomes, priorities and approach to gaps for
conservation of Marine Major Habitat Types.
4. Facilitate a habitat conference with field practitioners from TNC,
trustees, key partners, and potential donors to peer-review a draft
?state of the habitat report?, to refine initial recommendations for TNC
goals and priorities, to galvanize goal setting for programs across TNC,
and to build networks of collaboration across practitioners.
5. Finalize a global context and conservation vision for all Marine
Major Habitat Types (in the form of the state of the habitat report),
including TNC?s goals and contributions to the vision with relevant
measures, clear organizational priorities for discretionary resources,
and collective commitments overall organization.
6. Recommend ongoing operational or structural implications of pursuing
conservation goals for Marine Major Habitat Types.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Credible conservation experience within Marine ecoregions and
familiarity with Marine biogeography. At least 10 years experience in
the conservation field and applying ecological concepts to conservation
decision-making or biodiversity management, particularly as it relates
to Marine habitats.
2. Highly skilled at effective communication with diverse people and
institutions. Experience translating information and ideas between
disciplines or stakeholder groups and excellent speaking and writing
skills required.  Past success in marketing concepts and approaches to
various audiences in building positive and lasting relationships with
people and organizations.
3. Track record of delivering results in a complex process.   Proven
understanding of how organizations work and of how to design program
structures and functions to accomplish specific goals. Ability to
operate effectively in a non-confrontational style in diverse
institutional settings.  Comfort with ambiguity and institutional
change.
4. Excellent management skills.  Knows how to set priorities well,
manage an ad hoc with no direct management authority, and manage
finances.  Able to set and fulfill meaningful goals and objectives, to
develop realistic schedules, to anticipate and solve programmatic or
people-related problems, and to objectively measure performance against
goals and institute changes when merited.
5. Works well independently but is also a good team player.  Able to
accomplish individual and programmatic goals while making a significant
contribution to the broader goals of the organization.
6. Strong commitment to conservation.
7. Willingness to travel frequently, often on short notice.

PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE,  AND A LIST OF 3
OR MORE REFERENCES BY JANUARY 30, 2004 TO jobs at tnc.org  (please include
job title in subject line).

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Visit us at www.nature.org/careers

--

----
Billy D. Causey
Superintendent
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
P.O. Box 500368
Marathon, FL  33050

phone: (305) 743-2437 x26
fax: (305) 743-2357

http://floridakeys.noaa.gov

From dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in  Fri Jan  9 22:19:29 2004
From: dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in (DUGONG)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 08:49:29 +0530
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <000001c3d728$b4978b40$516c41db@aaa>

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU CHARLIE VERON.
All members of INDIAN SOCIETY FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES Congratulates Charlie
Veron for winning the Darwin Melal for his excellent contributions to the
coral reef research in the world.

Dr K. VENKATARAMAN
General Secretary
Indian Society for Coral Reef Studies
C/o Marine Biological Station
Zoological Survey of India
130, Santhome High Road
Chennai 600 028 India
----- Original Message -----
From: Rich Aronson <raronson at disl.org>
To: Coral List <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal

> The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
> Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
> International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
> member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
> her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
> Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
> the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
> Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
> ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
> elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
> at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
> Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
> Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
> scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
>
> For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
> see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
>
> --
> _____________________________
> Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
> Senior Marine Scientist
> Dauphin Island Sea Lab
> 101 Bienville Boulevard
> Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA
>
> voice: 251-861-7567
> fax:   251-861-7540
> _____________________________
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 12:00:42 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 11:00:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV249CieJTjLP000235e0@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on
performance)

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
Headquarters)

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring
protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
organization with the following goals:

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the
private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and
economically sustainable solutions.

 Scope and Functions:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
duties may include:

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions.
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
their reefs.

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
the environment is preferred.

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
conserve coral reef ecosystems.

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 09:52:51 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 10:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] G. memorialis
Message-ID: <Sea2-F35gx3lKy8VBDU000048a2@hotmail.com>

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 12:57:19 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 11:57:19 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Addendum to Reef Check Belize position
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV58jSpeU8g5P0001a576@hotmail.com>

Hello to all, a few clarifications concerning the open position at Reef
Check Belize:

  1.. I failed to mention that the successful applicant will be a Belizean,
as we are trying to build up local capacity for our program.

  2.. Additionally, the proposed salary may have been a bit misleading as it
is based on the Belizean local scale.

Sorry for any inconvenience, but I wanted to clarify those points and save
some confusion later.

Thanks,

Robyn Woodman

----- Original Message -----
From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
To: "Coral List" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:00 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available

>
>
>
> Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
> Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
> Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based
on
> performance)
>
>
>
> Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
> Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
> Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
> Background
>
> Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based
monitoring
> protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
> Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
> 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
> time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
> organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
> and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and
the
> private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
> reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound
and
> economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
> Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
> Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
> implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
> duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training
sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
> Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check
Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
> government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
> their reefs.
>
>
>
>
> Qualifications
> 1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
> the environment is preferred.
>
> 2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
> 3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
> 4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
> 5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
> conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
> 6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
> Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
> Applications
> Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
> (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
> Green Reef
>
> Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
> 100 Coconut Drive
>
> San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
> Belize, Central America
>
> Office: ++501.226.2833
>
> Home: ++501.226.3174
>
> E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Sun Jan 11 23:51:31 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:51:31 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
References: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>
Message-ID: <00c101c3d8c7$c0f8acc0$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Where can one find out about coral genetic work and its application, or
potential use, as a marine protected area management tool?

Is there someone I can 'talk' to about this? Or perhaps some literature
somewhere. Unfortunately working in the Philppines imposes some limitations
on how much good literature I can get a hold of!

Thanking you all in adavnce!

Jeff Archer

Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations
Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf
West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales 2222
Philippines

Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223
Direct: +63 47 252 8982
Fax: +63 47 252 9000
Mobile: +63 920 900 9770
Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph
Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph
Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tlsnell at buffalo.edu>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 2:33 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure
coral-specificity.

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260
_______________________________________________
Coral-List mailing list
Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Mon Jan 12 02:06:08 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:08 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
References: <Sea2-F8wVRL5eHVVHZR0001fa63@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <01ec01c3d8da$8ecf8260$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Try to minimise light, especially red spectrum stuff. Maybe keep it in the dark. Diatoms will still settle and the biofilm will still develop, hopefully in the absence of green algae.

Good luck

Jeff
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Wendy Chen 
  To: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 2:29 PM
  Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates

  Thanks for the insight. I tried to leave my glassware to soak in seawater longer, but I was getting a lot of green seaweed growing on it. It was very difficult trying to take that out without taking the biofilm at all. When I left the seaweed in, the larve died within a half a day even in the control that only had filter seawater. I think that my problem may be that there is no water movement in the glass containers. I need to find a way to create some type of movement, no matter how minimal. I will try that out next week. Thanks again. 

  Wendy Chen 
  aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  >From: "OA - JArcher" 
  >Reply-To: "OA - JArcher" 
  >To: "Wendy Chen" 
  >Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  >Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:39:13 +0800 
  > 
  >I don't have a lot of experience, but I find that if you age the settlement 
  >plates a little more than a few days,  then the consistancy of results 
  >improves - to a certain extent, and with limitations. I feel that the 
  >problem may lie in the initial competition/succession rates of the pioneer 
  >species, with patchy cover of biofilm due to competition and growth rates of 
  >any of the multiple species of bacteria that colonise. I find that if we 
  >leave plates longer, then we get a good cover of bacteria and a usually a 
  >stable cover of diatoms on top of that. This also provides good food for our 
  >own needs in terms of culturing corals, echinoderm and holothurian larve. 
  > 
  >It also depends on the nature of the substrate you are using. New Cement or 
  >firbous plates contains leachates which are found in varying concentrations 
  >around the surface which may have an inhibitory effect on subsequent 
  >colonisation and growth. 
  > 
  >Jeff Archer 
  > 
  >Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations 
  >Ocean Adventure 
  >Camayan Wharf 
  >West Ilanin Forest Area 
  >Subic Bay Freeport Zone 
  >Zambales 2222 
  >Philippines 
  > 
  >Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223 
  >Direct: +63 47 252 8982 
  >Fax: +63 47 252 9000 
  >Mobile: +63 920 900 9770 
  >Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph 
  > 
  > 
  > 
  >----- Original Message ----- 
  >From: "Wendy Chen" 
  >To: 
  >Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:40 AM 
  >Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  > 
  > 
  > > 
  > >    Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with 
  > >    pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my 
  > >    controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The 
  > >    glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4 
  > >    days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I 
  > >    get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months, 
  > >    I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same, 
  > >    but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else 
  > >    has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis 
  > >    settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a 
  > >    Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help 
  > >    would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 
  > >    Wendy Chen 
  > >    aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  > >      _________________________________________________________________ 
  > > 
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From kadatschu at web.de  Mon Jan 12 13:36:25 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:36:25 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
Message-ID: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral-Listers, 

I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific Scleractians especially in the area of Panama 
in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of coral larvae settlement .
Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region? 
Are there any known brooding species?
What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?

I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!

Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!

Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!

Holger Anlauf

From joshua at nova.edu  Mon Jan 12 15:06:58 2004
From: joshua at nova.edu (Joshua Feingold)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
In-Reply-To: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20040112150156.00b050f0@pop.nova.edu>

There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter 
Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at 
Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.

Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also 
published in Marine Biology.
1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J. 
Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral 
reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos 
Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.

I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and 
methods section therein.

Cheers,

Joshua Feingold

At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>
>I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific 
>Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
>in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of 
>coral larvae settlement .
>Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
>Are there any known brooding species?
>What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
>
>I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
>
>Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
>
>Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
>
>Holger Anlauf
>
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From s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 12 19:06:09 2004
From: s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au (Shelley Anthony)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
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(07)4750-0898

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 08:18:38 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

 

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

 

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on performance)

 

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

 

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef Headquarters)

 

 

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental organization with the following goals:

 

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and economically sustainable solutions. 
 

 Scope and Functions:

 

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the duties may include:  

 

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions. 
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.  
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage their reefs. 
 

 

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to the environment is preferred.  

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.   

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision. 

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to conserve coral reef ecosystems. 

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required. 

 

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

 

 

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833  

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:39:31 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:39:31 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Southern Stingray observations
Message-ID: <001101c3d9eb$70ca6480$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear Coral Listers,

I was wondering if anyone could help on an occurance we have noted here in the Bahamas. In the last two days we have observed 3 dead juvenile (approx 30cm wing span)  Southern Stingrays on the beach adjacent to us. Although subject to strong winds in this area, the days preceeding the finds were calm. Two dolphins were seen in the area subsequently and I was wondering if this may be the cause of the unusual strandings?? No bite marks were noted though our resident turkey vultures had clearly had a feast!

Has anyone seen anything similar or does anyone have any suggestions as to why this may have occurred?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:47:06 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:47:06 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Discarding glass in the ocean
Message-ID: <002101c3d9ec$7fc23890$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear coral listers, 

I have heard that discarding smashed glass in the ocean may be a viable option to recycling the material in remote areas with no viable alternatives to recycling or adequate lanfill control. Any opinions??? We are located near the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep trench 6000ft + in the Bahamas and would like to consider this method if found to be agreeable. 

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science Co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

001242 368 6288

From lou_sileo at usgs.gov  Tue Jan 13 12:12:42 2004
From: lou_sileo at usgs.gov (Louis Sileo)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 11:12:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral fixative
Message-ID: <OF69F7ADBB.842C41F5-ON86256E1A.005E3ECE@er.usgs.gov>

Shelly -- Shawn Mclaughlin and Kathy Price at the NOAA lab in Oxford MD
have been using a product called 'Z Fixative' with seeming good results.
This  is a brand name.  If you are unable to contact them directly, get
back to me at lou_sileo at usgs.gov and I will put you in touch with them.

Lou Sileo
USGS, National Wildlife Health Center
lou_sileo at usgs.gov
608-270-2461

From ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 13 12:19:11 2004
From: ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca (ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 12:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] short-term employment
Message-ID: <1074014351.4004288fa3270@webmail.mcgill.ca>

Dear All,

I am a recently graduated M.Sc. student from McGill University, Montreal,
Canada. I am currently seeking short-term employment (4-6 months). 

For my Master?s thesis, I studied coral reef fish ecology and my undergraduate
and graduate course-work focused on aquatic conservation. My field experience
is extensive. I worked as a field assistant in a Beech-Maple forest, I
conducted an independent study on fish competition in Barbados, I participated
in a semester long program in Panama and I spent 8 months in Barbados
collecting data for my Master?s thesis (accomplishing over 200 dives). I have
also been involved in scientific education initiatives in Panama and have
taught undergraduate level biology students. I am comfortable with statistics,
a wide range of computer programs and have a working knowledge of ArcView 3.2a.
I am fully bilingual in French and English and am competent in Spanish (spoken/
reading). I would be available as of January and I am willing to travel.

If you know of any opportunities (or have one for me), please contact me and I
can send you my full C.V.

Thank you very much for your time,

Ingrid Morgan

ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca

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From kadatschu at web.de  Tue Jan 13 21:57:31 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 18:57:31 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Mistake in email adress in Question about coral
	spawning!
Message-ID: <007a01c3da4b$2a9f2120$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral list, 

Thanks for the replies to far. 

There was a mistake in my email address that needs to be corrected. 

It is holger.anlauf at stud.uni-rostock.de !!!

Best wishes 

Holger Anlauf

From szmanta at uncw.edu  Tue Jan 13 14:03:11 2004
From: szmanta at uncw.edu (Szmant, Alina)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 14:03:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <4E15FCC7981F7A4CA5AA0DEF4B2141C9054231C9@UNCWMAILVS2.dcs.uncw.edu>

Hi Shelley:

I used a fixative called Helly's [also known as Zenkers when made as below with the ZnCl2] for many years and it works well for corals:

1000 gm Zn Cl2
500 gm K dichromate
20 L distilled water

Above is stable indefinitely.  For use, add 5 ml of formaldehyde (37 to 40 %) to each 100 ml of Helly's

Decalcification is critical to getting good coral tissue preps.  The folowing is better than straight HCl solutions:

0.7 gm/L EDTA
0.008 gm/L KNa tartrate
0.14 gm/L Na tartrate
99.2 ml/L conc. HCl (12N)

Change acid at least twice per day and keep removing crud from decalcifying surfaces (endolithic sponges, etc).  Wash for ca. 12 with running tap water (overnight) to remove acid before dehydrating to embed, etc.

Techniques were learned from PaulYevich, US EPA and found in a short  technical manual that is not generally available and I am not sure if it was published:

Yevich, P and C. Barszcz.  1981.  Preparation of aquatic animals for histopathological examination.  US EPA, Environmental Monitoring and Support Laboratory, Cincinnati Ohio USA

******************************************************************* 
Dr. Alina M. Szmant 
Coral Reef Research Group 
Professor of Biology 
Center for Marine Science 
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 
5600  Marvin K. Moss Lane 
Wilmington  NC  28409-5928 
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From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Shelley
Anthony
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 7:06 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

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From scip9051 at nus.edu.sg  Wed Jan 14 09:41:38 2004
From: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg (James Rolfe Guest)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 22:41:38 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
Message-ID: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>

Hi Shelley,

You're right when you say there is no standardised method for histological processing of coral tissue. I'm not sure if there is one optimal method that can be applied in any situation. Personally, I think it is better to apply the most appropriate method for the job in hand. 

The most common method is to use 10% seawater formalin, embed in parafin wax and stain with Mayer's Haemotoxilin and Eosin. I have been looking at the gametogenic cycles of certain corals and got better results from using a 5% seawater-formalin-Zenker's fixative (add 50g zinc chloride, 25g potassium dichromate per litre of solution) and stain with Aniline Blue/Azocarmine G as used by Glynn et al (1994), Marine Biology 118 p 191-208. A really useful book with many fixation and staining techniques is Luna (1968) Manual of histological staining methods of the armed forces institute of pathology, 3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. 

If you plan to do histopathology combined with molecular techniques (e.g. fluorescent in situ hybridisation) you might fix with 4% paraformaldehyde. Gluteraldehyde/Osmium gives very good preservation and is generally used for doing EM work, but has been used for examination of coral diseases by light microscopy, see Bythell et al (2002) Histopathological methods for the investigation of microbial communities associated with disease lesions in reef corals LETT APPL MICROBIOL 34 (5): 359-364.

I hope these comments are useful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

James    

Message: 2
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301 at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

James R. Guest
PhD Research Scholar
Marine Biology Laboratory
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
Blk S2, 14 Science Drive 4
Singapore
117543
Tel: (65) 68746867
E-mail: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg
 

From brumba at amnh.org  Wed Jan 14 12:33:10 2004
From: brumba at amnh.org (Dan Brumbaugh)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 12:33:10 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] postdoc opportunity: marine GIS modeling in support of
 MPA research
Message-ID: <p06020400bc2b26e0bb9f@[172.16.14.139]>

   Apologies  for  cross-postings.   Please  feel  free to forward to any
   possible candidates.  Questions and applications should be directed to
   Ned Horning <horning at amnh.org>.  Thanks.

   DRAFT - anticipated vacancy
   
   MARINE GIS MODELER Post-Doc/Consultant
   CENTER FOR BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION, AMNH
   The   American   Museum   of   Natural  History's  (AMNH)  Center  for
   Biodiversity  and  Conservation (CBC) seeks a person with training and
   knowledge of the application of remote sensing, Geographic Information
   Systems,  and  GIS  modeling  for  habitat modeling in tropical marine
   environments.   The  Modeler will be expected to assist in development
   and  implementation  of  habitat models with staff from the Center for
   Biodiversity and Conservation and collaborators at other institutions.
   Qualifications
   Candidates  must  have a Ph.D. degree with a strong grounding in model
   development,  marine  environmental  science, and experience in remote
   sensing  and  GIS.  The ideal candidate would have a strong background
   in  species  distribution  modeling  as  well  as  field experience in
   tropical  coastal  and other marine environments.  The individual must
   work  well  independently and collaboratively, and have strong writing
   and  communication  skills,  including  the  ability to explain remote
   sensing and GIS to conservation practitioners and the public.
   Responsibilities and Duties

   The  position's  primary task will entail working with the GIS Program
   Manager,  Marine  Program  Manager  (and Principle Investigator of the
   Bahamas    Biocomplexity    Project   [BBP];   see   brief   overview:
   http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/center/programs/marine.html),
   BBP  collaborators,  and  CBC  Director to develop and utilize habitat
   models  that support further studies on the design of marine protected
   areas (MPAs) and MPA networks.  Model development will involve the use
   of  the  best  available  biophysical datasets for the entire Bahamian
   archipelago   as   well  as  the  generation  of  additional  datasets
   (especially from satellite imagery) where needed.  One of the specific
   goals of this work is to be able to predict important nursery habitats
   for certain fish and invertebrate species of interest.
   Responsibilities   will  include  data  management,  data  processing,
   modeling, and visualization (raster, vector, and tabular).
   Although  the position may initially be offered as a short-term (i.e.,
   less  than a year) contract, arrangements for full-time postdoc status
   (probably 1-2 years) are pending.
   Electronic   applications,   including  current  curriculum  vitae,  a
   narrative statement of program interests, and full contact information
   for three references should be sent to:
   Ned Horning
   Remote Sensing/GIS Program Manager

   horning at amnh.org
   American Museum of Natural History
   Center for Biodiversity and Conservation
   Central Park West at 79th Street
   New York, N.Y. 10024

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Wed Jan 14 19:34:00 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 16:34:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
In-Reply-To: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>
Message-ID: <20040115003400.47057.qmail@web14917.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all 

this is becoming interesting...this is the second
time in a year that this subject has appeared on
the list.....

the use of fixatives and decalcification method
is difficult to be generalised....it varies form
coral species.....

I have been using 4% formalin-Seawater and later
10% formalin-Seawater mixture for fixing and
then, store it in ethanol indefinitely after 48
hours in 10% formalin-seawater.

For decalcification, I prepare 1:1 mixture of 20%
citric acid and 50% formic acid, which works very
fine for me.....i get the tissues decalcified
overnight....

I agree with James......there is no optimal
method ...one has to decide which method is best
for the  samples he or she is dealing with

Regards
Shashank 

=====
"the role of infinitely small in nature is infinitely large"-Louis Pasteur                

Keshavmurthy Shashank
Kochi University, Faculty of Agriculture
Lab. of AQUa. Environ. Sci. (LAQUES)
Otsu 200, Monobe, Nankoku-shi
783-8502, Kochi, Japan
alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
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From goldberg at fiu.edu  Thu Jan 15 12:42:19 2004
From: goldberg at fiu.edu (goldberg at fiu.edu)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 12:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral  fixation and decal
Message-ID: <20040115174219.WTYD19078.spn25c0@spn25c0>

I may as well throw my two cents in on this topic. While 
it is true that there is nothing standard when it comes to 
fixation and decalcification of corals, there is a 
considerable literature on how to decalcify vertebrate 
tissue. It would be a mistake not to consider all of that 
work, depite the differences in mineralization between 
the two systems. Take a look at  Callis et al.,  Journal of 
histotechnology 21: 49-58, 1998 for a review. If you are 
not planning on anything more than standard histology, 
you can do pretty much anything that has been 
suggested. However, if you plan on looking at cell 
structure or tissue relationships, the literature is pretty 
clear that fixation and decalcification methods do 
matter. Unbuffered formalin or strong mineral acids, for 
example, will distort the cytoplasm and cause the loss 
of proteoglycan typical of calcified material (see 
Goldberg, Tissue and Cell 33: 376-387, 2001). For my 
own general work with coral tissues I use a somewhat 
hypertonic medium compared to seawater: 2.5-3% 
glutaraldehyde + 0.15 M NaCl buffered with 0.1 M 
cacodylate to pH 7.6-7.8. For decalcification of small 
specimens I use 2% ascorbic acid (Dietrich & Fontaine, 
Stain Technology 50: 351-354, 1975) or 5%  lactic 
acid/k-lactate buffered to pH 4 for larger chunks (see 
Eggert & Germain, Histochemistry 59: 215-224, 1979).
I will be happy to provide more specifics once I know 
what you are looking for.
best wishes,
wmg

Walter M. Goldberg
Professor of Biological Sciences &
Marine Invertebrate Search Committee Chair
Florida International University
Department of Biological Sciences
University Park
Miami, FL 33199
e-mail goldberg at fiu.edu
URL   www.fiu.edu/~goldberg

From fatemi at tavana.net  Thu Jan 15 14:45:38 2004
From: fatemi at tavana.net (Fatemi)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 23:15:38 +0330
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea
Message-ID: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran

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From: intern at coral.org (Cheryl Chen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:56:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for Educational Materials
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From b_bezy at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 16 13:16:33 2004
From: b_bezy at hotmail.com (Bernadette bezy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:16:33 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
Message-ID: <Sea1-F130reBBsQwY6Y0000001d@hotmail.com>

Dear Holger,

In addition to the Glynn et al. (1991, 1994, 1996, 2000) papers in Marine 
Biology,  the following thesis could be useful for your work in Panama:

Smith, D, 1991. The reproduction and recruitment of Porites panamensis 
Verrill at Uva Island, Pacific Panama. Masters Thesis. University of Miami. 
Miami, Florida.

Much of the Smith (1991) information is summarized in Glynn et al. 1994; 
however, since the study pertains specifically to your area (Pacific 
Panama), the detail in the thesis might be of use to you.

Suerte,
Bernadette Bezy
b_bezy at hotmail.com
CIMAR, University of Costa Rica

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>Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
>From: Joshua Feingold <joshua at nova.edu>
>Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
>	Scleractinians.
>To: "Holger Anlauf" <kadatschu at web.de>,
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>There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter
>Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at
>Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.
>
>Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also
>published in Marine Biology.
>1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J.
>Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral
>reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos
>Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.
>
>I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and
>methods section therein.
>
>Cheers,
>
>Joshua Feingold
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>At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
> >Dear Coral-Listers,
> >
> >I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific
> >Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
> >in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of
> >coral larvae settlement .
> >Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
> >Are there any known brooding species?
> >What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
> >
> >I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
> >
> >Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
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>Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
>From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
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>Dear Coral-Listers,
>   I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with
>different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I
>have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per
>recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous
>conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other
>sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin,
>10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's
>fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily
>working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to
>have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the
>intended usage.
>       My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for
>hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of
>histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of
>results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would
>appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my
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>Cheers,
>Shelley
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>Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
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>Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
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From a_stone at reefkeeper.org  Thu Jan 15 13:50:51 2004
From: a_stone at reefkeeper.org (Alexander Stone)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:50:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query
Message-ID: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>

Hello, All...

I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.

I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
Tanzanian fishers.

I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.

Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
appreciated.

Many thanks,

Alexander Stone
ReefGuardian International
**************************

From abaker at wcs.org  Fri Jan 16 18:03:58 2004
From: abaker at wcs.org (Andrew Baker)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:03:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: identifying zooxanthellae
In-Reply-To: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>
Message-ID: <000001c3dc85$07bfb070$9ce93b80@Coral>

Dear Mohammad 

Fortunately, you are not alone in being confused about the taxonomy of
Symbiodinium, and I suppose for this reason it's probably a good time to
post some clarification to coral-list in case other researchers out there
find this discussion useful. 

There are eleven named species in the genus Symbiodinium (some of which have
been formally described, others have been less formally described but the
names are still used). All of these "species" have been described from
morphological description of cultured isolates. 

The actual diversity of Symbiodinium in nature is much greater than this,
but all of the data revealing this comes from molecular DNA studies. As a
result, most of the different Symbiodinium that have been documented from
DNA work have no name and no formal description. This is partly because few
people have had the chance to culture all the different types that have been
found in molecular surveys, and partly because there is a real problem
determining which types constitute different species and which ones do not
(sexual reproduction has not yet been directly observed in these organisms,
although there is fairly good genetic evidence indicating that it does
occur). 

In an attempt to come up with a reference system for all these different
types of "zooxanthellae" that have no names, it was recognized that these
different types could be divided into different groups (based on their DNA
sequences). Members of each of these groups are more closely related to each
other than they are to algae in other groups. These groups are the "clades"
that get referred to so often. It's a bit like grouping all if the people
who live in a small town according to which family they belong to. 

(A clade is a monophyletic taxon. What this means is that it is a group of
organisms that includes the most recent common ancestor of all of the
members of the group, as well as all of the descendants of that most recent
common ancestor.)

In Symbiodinium, at least seven different clades have been identified so
far. These clades (groups) have been referred to by different letters of the
alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F and G). Some of these clades contain one or more
described (named) species, but others have no described species in them -
they are just unusual groups of algae that no-one has yet wanted (or been
able) to culture and describe formally as yet. Although there are lots of
undescribed and un-named types of Symbiodinium in culture around the world,
there is generally a lack of enthusiasm to describe them and give them names
because of the species problem I mentioned above, and also because it's a
terrific amount of work to do properly. 

So the term "clade" has been used as a convenient handle to refer to
different types of "zooxanthellae". However, as a reminder, each clade of
algae is really a group of closely-related (but nevertheless different)
types. So when referring to a particular clade it should be recognized that
this isn't really a complete identification. It just narrows down the
possibilities. 

I think the extensive use of the word "clade" in the literature has resulted
in many coral biologists who do not work specifically in this area to assume
that this term can be used interchangeably with the term "species". This is
not correct. The fact remains that we have no idea how many species are out
there; we just know that the group is very diverse. This should not
discourage us, however, because (beginning in the 1990s) plenty of
interesting findings were made by just identifying different algae to the
level of clade. Since about the year 2000 finer levels of resolution have
been developed that have been equally useful and now there are now many
recognizably distinct types of Symbiodinium within all of the different
clades. Unfortunately there is no agreement yet on how to refer to them all.
But perhaps we'll figure this out in the near future. 

One final thing: It should be emphasized that just because two different
types of algae belong to the same clade, they may not necessarily be closely
similar to one another physiologically or otherwise. Different algae in the
same clade have in some cases been shown to be quite distinct. So we should
be careful about making generalized statements regarding the properties of
particular clades. 

I hope this helps. For those who are interested, there is a Special Session
(Session 1-9) at the 10th ICRS meeting in Japan on Symbiodinium diversity
and its implications for corals and coral reefs. 

A recent review (December 2003) also discusses Symbiodinium diversity and
the issues raised above in more detail:

Baker AC. 2003. Flexibility and specificity in coral-algal symbiosis:
Diversity, ecology and biogeography of Symbiodinium. Annu. Rev. Ecol. Syst.
34: 661-689

I can send a pdf copy to anyone who is interested.

Sincerely

Andrew Baker

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Center for Environmental Research and Conservation
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-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Fatemi
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:46 PM
To: Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus
Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or
to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this
regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I
could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the
names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge
is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran
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From a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 19 01:29:56 2004
From: a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au (Andrew Chin)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 16:29:56 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Download the State of the Great Barrier Reef report
References: <Pine.SGI.4.44L.01.0307140705560.2260679-100000@umbc7.umbc.edu>
Message-ID: <400B7964.2DF5AAED@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear colleagues,

Apologies for cross postings.

The State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is now available for download in
Adobe PDF format. The Report is essentially GBRMPA's "report card" on the
condition of the Great Barrier Reef, the pressures it faces and the responses
made by managing agencies to deal with these pressures.  While the Report is
best viewed as a "live" web document, complete PDF versions of each chapter of
the report are now available for download from the following URL:

http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/downloads.html

To view the live, web based version (including the previously published 1998
report), please visit:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/

As the State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is under a process of
continuous development and review, new chapters will periodically be published
and existing material updated to include the latest information. If you
require any further information or have any queries, please feel free to
contact me, contact details below.

regards

Andrew
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From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 19 13:47:46 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106@noaa.gov>

[NOTE:  This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.  
Please respond to through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
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Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp  Tue Jan 20 00:47:44 2004
From: kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp (Hajime Kayanne)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>

Dear Participants of 10ICRS,

Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be 
shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY, 2004.

Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site 
http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
then go to Registration (Form A) 
https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in 
the form with your payment of registration fee.

We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of 
on-site cancellations,
LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is 
a trade-off),
as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix 
budgetary framework.
We are sorry we cannot accept any individual situations, and hope your 
understanding and cooperation.

Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January 
until the symposium on site.
But 31 January is the dead-line date for early registration with discount 
registration fee.

We hope to meet you all in Okinawa and to hold the most productive and 
enjoyable symposium,

All the best,
Hajime Kayanne
Secretary General 10ICRS
-- 
---- Hajime KAYANNE ----
Department of Earth & Planetary Science,
University of Tokyo
Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan
http://www-sys.eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~coral/
Tel: 81-3-5841-4573
Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358

From mucoralin at yahoo.co.in  Tue Jan 20 08:53:23 2004
From: mucoralin at yahoo.co.in (=?iso-8859-1?q?Murali=20M.R.?=)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
Message-ID: <20040120135323.32235.qmail@web8302.mail.in.yahoo.com>

Dear all,
 
Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of sea water???.....
 
Regards,
M.R.Murali

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From N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk  Tue Jan 20 07:58:01 2004
From: N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk (Nicholas Polunin)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 12:58:01 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] International Society for Reef Studies: new Web site!
Message-ID: <52E50E4D595DDE4D861117A1FB62E79D010B559C@bond.ncl.ac.uk>

Dear coral-listers

On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/

Please note a number of important features of this site:

(1) ISRS membership application form (student savings on 10ICRS
registration!)

(2) Online contact about ISRS membership queries!!

(3) 10th ICRS Okinawa (2004) Web site (cheaper registration closes 31
January!)

(4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)

(5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
March!)

... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be! 

Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
Marine Science & Technology, Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, England
Society www.uncwil.edu/isrs
10 ICRS www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
Journal www.springerlink.com/
News www.uncwil.edu/isrs/reef_encounter.html

From rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl  Tue Jan 20 08:31:41 2004
From: rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl (Ruben van Hooidonk)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic
 radiation of dinoflagellates
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.2.20040120141851.01c093f8@pop.quicknet.nl>

Dear all,

As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the 
zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of 
dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this 
relation (if there is any).

Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding 
literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic 
radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?

Kind regards,

Ruben van Hooidonk
rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl

From ommm at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jan 20 14:17:09 2004
From: ommm at wanadoo.fr (Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] coral growth
Message-ID: <GCEAKGFIEIMNAHFDDDHDKEOBCBAA.ommm@wanadoo.fr>

Good day all,

I've been looking for the growth rate of caribbean coral species in
different public database without any success. Does someone know they are
available somewhere?

Thanks for your help

Sophie Brugneaux
Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais
7, avenue Condorcet
97200 Fort de France
ommm at wanadoo.fr

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Tue Jan 20 17:47:23 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 17:47:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting,
 Feb 24-25, Washington, D.C.
Message-ID: <400DAFFA.B54E19CC@noaa.gov>

* For Distribution *

Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, February 24 ? 25,
2004, Washington, DC

The next meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (Task Force)
will be held in Washington, DC, on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 24 ? 25, 2004.  The meeting is open to
the public and participation is
encouraged.  Limited space is available for exhibits and displays on
February 24 ? 25, and there will be opportunity for public comment on
February 25.

The Task Force, which consists of senior representatives of twelve U.S.
federal agencies, seven U.S. states/territories, and three Freely
Associated States, meets twice a year to discuss priorities, progress,
and other issues related to
conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems.  The Task Force
meetings also provide a forum for a wide
variety of interested government and non-government stakeholders to
present and discuss issues and contributions
with the Task Force.

The 2-day meeting will be held on February 24 ? 25 at the auditorium of
the U.S. Department of Commerce at 14th
Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  On February 24,
there will be a Workshop on Outreach and Education efforts, and two
science panel discussions.  On February 25, there will be a business
meeting of the full Task Force.

Detailed information such as meeting registration, travel, lodging, and
agenda will be posted at the Task Force website www.coralreef.gov once
it is available.  For additional information please contact Shane Guan
<Shane.Guan at noaa.gov>.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 21 06:48:59 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 06:48:59 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400E672B.6040309@noaa.gov>

[NOTE: This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.

Please respond through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 11:50:06 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 17:50:06 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral captive breeding
Message-ID: <Sea2-F37VwrblZz02H6000146bc@hotmail.com>

   hello,

   I  have  been told of an aquarium tradesman in London who participates
   in coral captive breeding research.

   Do any of you have any information on this?
   Thank you,
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2737??PS=

From bristod at mccfl.edu  Wed Jan 21 12:17:25 2004
From: bristod at mccfl.edu (Bristol, Denise)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 12:17:25 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Basic coral reef ecology textbook
Message-ID: <036AA3246BBF1742A753C4871CE77654D3AFA9@mcc.cc.fl.us>

I am seeking a coral reef ecology/biology text book for a course I am designing at Manatee Community College, Florida. The course will be offered during the summer 2004 and will include a field trip to Honduras.  I would prefer a book that deals primarily with Atlantic reefs.  I have been having a hard time finding a text that is not just a general marine biology text.  Does anyone know of such a book?

Denise Bristol
Department of Natural Sciences
Manatee Community College
8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
941-408-1494
email: bristod at mccfl.edu 

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 12:12:21 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 18:12:21 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] phd studentship search
Message-ID: <Sea2-F14pzTHkzZqgIE0000603d@hotmail.com>

   Hello,

   I  am  looking  for  PhD  studentships  in the following areas and was
   hoping one of you could send me some information!

   Captive breeding of larvae for aquarium fish

   Cell culture regarding marine organisms (ie proteoglycannes, etc)

   Biophotonic functions of marine skeletons

   Thank you!
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2734??PS=

From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 21 19:20:23 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:20:23 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement with CORAL
In-Reply-To: <FFEPLLHPJBOJHJHHGIBFEEDOCCAA.tmeshish@coral.org>
Message-ID: <BC345746.1AF77%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

Job Announcement with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)

PROGRAM MANAGER
The program manager is responsible for developing and
carrying out CORAL?s role in a three-year Sustainable
Tourism project in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System,
coordinated by the International Coral Reef Action Network
(ICRAN), and funded by the United Nations Environment
Program (UNEP) and USAID.  The candidate will work closely
with CORAL?s partners to develop sustainable tourism practices
in coral reef parks and to support the creation of new,
sustainable coral reef parks in the MBRS.  The manager?s
primary responsibilities will be in project management and
curriculum development, training of dive operators and park
staff, technical assistance coordination, and integrating
training and technical assistance into other program elements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Curriculum development, training and technical support:

- Create conservation, outreach and educational materials for
The support of new and existing coral reef parks, marine
protected areas, and sustainable tourism practices in the private
sector.
- Develop training materials for coral reef park managers and
stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to MPA managers,
private sector partners and other stakeholders, in English
and Spanish.
- Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks and regions
where CORAL has provided assistance.
- Help coordinate a communications network for marine park managers
in order to improve the exchange of information, expertise and
resources.

* Project Management and Coordination:
- Program planning.
- Budget development.
- Project evaluation.
- Grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation
Project management.
- Strong Spanish and English written and oral communication
skills.
- Proven training and teaching experience.
- Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time.
- Strong project management skills and proven teamwork ability.
- Familiarity with grant reporting to foundations and government
agencies.
- Experience in working cooperatively with divers, the dive-tourism
industry, park managers and government officials.
- Graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Committment to CORAL?s mission.
- Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience.

Reports to the Program Director.
The position will be based out of CORAL's San Francisco office.
Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY
Please e-mail resume, cover letter and names of three references to
jobs at coral.org.

For more information about the Coral Reef Alliance,
please visit our website http://www.coral.org/.

From jltorres38 at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 07:52:23 2004
From: jltorres38 at hotmail.com (Juan Torres)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:52:23 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] MAA's standards
Message-ID: <BAY1-F137kOhpWL26mt00045e8c@hotmail.com>

Dear all,
I am a Ph.D. student working on the effects of UV radiation on Caribbean 
shallow-water corals. As part of the study I am doing HPLC analysis of the 
different photosynthetic and photoprotective pigments. Eventhough I have a 
very good idea of the different MAA's found in my samples, I do not have any 
standards to corroborate the identity of them. I would like to know if there 
is anyone who has worked before with this type of pigments and have some 
standards that can either facilitate of sell?

Thanks,
Juan L. Torres
Univ. of Puerto Rico
Dept. Marine Sciences
PO Box 3210
Lajas, PR 00667 USA

_________________________________________________________________
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From deevon at bellsouth.net  Thu Jan 22 09:56:36 2004
From: deevon at bellsouth.net (DeeVon Quirolo)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 09:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Re: Self cleaning mooring buoy
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20040122095535.01660b48@mail.bellsouth.net>

>>>Craig Quirolo, founder of the environmental group Reef Relief, based out of
>>>Key West, Florida, has discovered a very simple method of keeping
>>>reef-mooring buoys clean. The 'self-cleaning device' will work on virtually
>>>all round buoys designed with a line that passes through the middle of them.
>>>This simple device will save marine sanctuaries around the world millions of
>>>dollars in cleaning expenses annually and only costs pennies per buoy to
>>>install.
>>>
>>>The discovery of the self-cleaning process was a surprise to Craig who had
>>>no intention of inventing such a device. The self-cleaning device is a
>>>combination of simplicity and practicality. "I would like to thank all of
>>>the individuals and foundations who have supported Reef Relief's reef 
>>>mooring
>>>buoy programs over the past twenty years and share the credit with them.
>>>Without their support I would not have been in a position to make this 
>>>discovery,"
>>>announced Quirolo.
>>>
>>>It all started two years ago in Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas, where Reef
>>>Relief maintains 18 reef-mooring buoys. A landowner asked Craig if he
>>>could re-connect a mooring buoy that had broken near his land that he had
>>>installed to protect a pristine sea grass area from anchor damage. It is
>>>rare when this buoy is not in use. The replacement buoy had such a large
>>>hole passing through the center of it that Craig had to create a new system
>>>to attach the buoy to the down line. To make a long story short the buoy
>>>never attracted any algal growth and always looked clean, as if somebody had
>>>polished it. After two years of being spotless Craig became intrigued as to
>>>who or what was cleaning the buoy.
>>>
>>>Cleaning buoys on location spreads algae over the reef and could compromise
>>>the health of corals. This is currently the practice through out the Florida
>>>Keys National Marine Sanctuary where algae is pressure washed from the buoys
>>>while they are still attached.
>>
>>
>>>Craig developed a concern over buoy cleaning while he maintained (for eleven
>>>years) the 117-reef mooring buoys installed by Reef Relief  near Key West,
>>>which are now part of the FKNMS program.  "On calm days, while cleaning 
>>>buoys,
>>>I would watch the algae float down to the bottom and questioned if this 
>>>practice
>>>was compromising the coral,"  explained Quirolo.
>>>
>>>Reef Relief would like the cleaning system to be used through out the world
>>>and is offering the design free to all of those who want to use it. The
>>>design is extremely inexpensive, quick to install and works so well that the
>>>buoys always look polished.
>>>
>>>Contact Craig at cquirolo at bellsouth.net for more information.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 22 12:06:11 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:06:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] A Gathering of Researchers
In-Reply-To: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
References: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <40100303.3090207@noaa.gov>

   Greetings!
   Re:  previous announcement at:
   [1]http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/00046
   0.html
        The  PDF file of the workshop/think tank entitled "The Effects of
   Combined   Sea   Temperature,  Light,  and  Carbon  Dioxide  on  Coral
   Bleaching,  Settlement,  and  Growth,"  held  at  the Caribbean Marine
   Research Center (CMRC) on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, January 20-24,
   2003, is now available at:
       [2]http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   The  layout of the PDF is designed to be printed double-sided so as to
   accommodate  the  hard  copy  print  format.   For  those  of  you who
   requested  hard  copies, they will not be available until some time in
   February;  I'll send them to you at that time.  Also, I will have some
   available at session 2-12 of the 10th ICRS.
        At the link noted above, you can download the entire document, as
   well  as  click  each author's name and title to view the PDF files of
   their  PowerPoint  presentations.  The chapters corresponding to those
   presentations are in the main document.
        The  Conclusions chapter is listed at the bottom of the page (and
   the end of the document) and is a summary of all the presentations.
       Thank you for your interest and patience.
       Cheers,
       Jim
 ----------------------------------------------------
  James C. Hendee, Ph.D.
  Coral Health and Monitoring Program
  Ocean Chemistry Division
  Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  U.S. Department of Commerce
  4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
  Miami, FL  33149-1026

  Voice:  (305) 361-4396
  Fax:    (305) 361-4392
  Email:  [3]jim.hendee at noaa.gov
  Web:    [4]http://www.coral.noaa.gov

References

   1. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/000460.html
   2. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   3. mailto:jim.hendee at noaa.gov
   4. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/

From ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk  Thu Jan 22 14:44:11 2004
From: ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk (E.S.Morris)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:44:11 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Mangrove / Reef Interaction Projects
Message-ID: <4010280B.3030001@bangor.ac.uk>

Dear Coral Listers,

I am an MSc student at the University of Wales, Bangor studying Marine 
Environmental Protection.

I am currently seeking advice and support for a research project related 
with coral reef / mangrove interactions, to start in June 2004.  I have 
a long-standing interest in both areas, with most experience on 
Indo-Pacific reef baseline surveys, although my particular area of 
interest is in mangrove replanting schemes and their effects on reef 
fish and / or invert populations.

If you are working in the field in this area I would be very grateful 
for any advice or help that you could give me for finding a project in 
this or an associated subject.  I am flexible as to my project title and 
would be very happy to gain any opportunity to work with an existing 
team researching in this area.

If you think that you could help, or would like to discuss the subject 
in more detail, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  My C.V. is 
available for any interested parties.

Thank you,
Liz Morris

University of Wales, Bangor
Menai Bridge,
Anglesey,
U.K.

-- 
E.S.Morris         ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk

From gte405r at mail.gatech.edu  Thu Jan 22 14:54:43 2004
From: gte405r at mail.gatech.edu (Sara Brogdon)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:54:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Okinawa meeting
Message-ID: <1074801283.40102a83401e9@webmail.mail.gatech.edu>

I'm a graduate student looking for another female to share a hotel room at the 
Coral Reef meeting in Okinawa. Please contact me if you're interested.

Thank you,
Sara Brogdon
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0230
gte405r at prism.gatech.edu

"Sometimes I think the surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in 
the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us."
-Calvin, The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

"I try to make everyone's day a little more surreal."  
-Calvin, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, p152-3 
 

 
 
  

 

From CMorrall at sgu.edu  Thu Jan 22 15:30:24 2004
From: CMorrall at sgu.edu (Clare Morrall)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 16:30:24 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for guidance locating Caribbean sponge species
	in Grenada
Message-ID: <OFC8259A6F.E46FAF6B-ON04256E23.00704FAD-04256E23.007087BF@sgu.edu>

Greetings from Grenada!
I  am Yuji Ise, a Ph. D candidate from the University of Tokyo currently on
a short research trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. I need to collect the
following species of sponges: Spheciospongia  vesparia (the common
Loggerhead sponge), Cliona (Anthosigmella) varians (Variable sponge), and
Cervicornia cuspidifera. I have conducted a number of dives at depths
ranging from 8m to 30m off the west coast of the island (offshore of the
Grand Anse beach). I have not yet encountered any of the species I need.
Has anyone got any idea what type of the habitat, depth and substrate type
I am likely to find these species at? Potential dive/snorkel areas range
from high current rocky substrate sites off the south coast of the island,
to sheltered sandy lagoons.
I would be hugely grateful if anyone has any advice on the likely
whereabouts of these species. I will be in Grenada until January 29th.
Please contact me c/o Dr Clare Morrall at St. George?s University, Grenada
email: cmorrall at sgu.edu, telephone: 473 444 4175 ext. 2360, fax: 473 439
1835

From ta at coastalzone.com  Fri Jan 23 09:07:32 2004
From: ta at coastalzone.com (Thorne Abbott)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:07:32 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Info on Small Island States Committee at the World
	Parks Congress
Message-ID: <3F615C4A0004D677@mta8.wss.scd.yahoo.com>

Dear fellow Coral listers;

I would appreciate any contact information on the Small Island States Committee
that was initiated at the World Parks Congress in Durban, South Africa last
September.  Thank you!
website - http://coastalzone.com
research - http://www.coastalzone.com/research.htm
resume -http://www.coastalzone.com/EnvironmentalPro.htm

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Thu Jan 22 19:57:07 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:57:07 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From browndil at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 23 13:32:43 2004
From: browndil at hotmail.com (paul brown)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 13:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>

Hi all,
I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or are 
these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which is the most 
current?
Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
appreciated.

Paul Brown
PhD candidate
University of Calgary
Department of Biological Sciences
2500 University Drive
Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
T2N 1N4
(403) 210-5484

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From gofish at jhu.edu  Fri Jan 23 15:25:11 2004
From: gofish at jhu.edu (Gary Ostrander)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:25:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>

When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
there were a few sites around the island where the local population
routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
artificial reefs.

Gary K. Ostrander
Johns Hopkins University

>>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:47:22 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:47:22 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Peer Reviewers Needed
Message-ID: <015601c3e1e9$b81aa790$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) is looking for a few good peer reviewers to read and comment on upcoming proposals. Your expert knowledge will help us to select the best projects to sponsor. Reviewers will receive the proposals on March 1, 2004 and would have until March 25, 2004 to complete the review (roughly 1 month).  

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  If you would like to find out more about our program and past projects, please refer to our website (www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri).  

 

We recognize that to do justice to the proposals submitted requires a large amount of time on your part.  If you are able to review 4-5 proposals, I would like to offer you a very small remuneration for your time (US$100) or a book of your choice (not to exceed $100).  It by no means covers the cost of your extremely valuable and overbooked schedule, but it does represent how much we appreciate you sharing some of it with us.

 

If you just cannot review 4-5 proposals, but would like to help us, it would be wonderful if you could even review 1-2.  

 

If you are interested, please contact Risa Minato at risaminato at hawaii.rr.com by February 12th, 2004.  Also indicate in your email which priorities (listed below) you feel best meets your area of expertise.  

 

 

HCRI-RP Research Priorities for FY2004-2005

 

1.  Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

2.  Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

As already discussed, Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, disease, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

2a.  Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects that seek to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and make recommendations for management action.  The Management Committee is also interested in research to assess methods to control or eradicate algal blooms and research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause such blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2b. Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2c. Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2d. Disease:  To date coral disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems,  However, there is a need to assess and monitor the emerging threats of disease to corals and other coral reef organisms in Hawaii.  What diseases currently infect the state's reef ecosystem?  What can resource managers do to avoid or minimize impacts?

 

2e. Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs.  Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical strategies to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).  

 

2f. Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.

 

 

3. Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

4. "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

5. Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

From rlee at roblee.com  Fri Jan 23 17:01:22 2004
From: rlee at roblee.com (Robert E. Lee)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 14:01:22 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Time Lapse Photography
Message-ID: <200401232201.i0NM1ReR001122@custmail0.corp.aus.wayport.net>

I am undertaking a design of a time-lapse photography instrument to study
the inhabitation activities of an artificial reef structure. I would
appreciate any leads on camera equipment, digital image storage, retrieval
via wireless or satellite links, in a shallow (<20 meters) coral reef
environment, with a collection of images at a rate of 4-20 a day over a 3-6
month timeframe between diver visits.

 

Rob Lee

rlee at roblee.com

www.roblee.com

909.748.0825

 

From overholk at science.oregonstate.edu  Fri Jan 23 18:51:03 2004
From: overholk at science.oregonstate.edu (Karen McLeod)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:51:03 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Conch as artificial reef
In-Reply-To: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>
Message-ID: <NHBBJGMAILPFHGGGIAHHCEAPCFAA.overholk@science.oregonstate.edu>

Hi Kirstie -
In my experience based on research conducted in the Bahamas (near Lee
Stocking Island), conch shells made great substrates for the settlement of
small fishes such as damselfish and wrasses.  However, no corals (not even
fire coral!) recruited to these shells over a 3 year period.  I would
suggest using them in combination with other substrates to increase the
diversity of potential recruits (of both fish and inverts), rather than
using only conch shells.  What kind of pilot study are you planning to do?

Good luck!

Karen McLeod
COMPASS, Oregon State University

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Bahamas
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Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for
a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any
advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been
successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation
regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of
reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From keealf at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 09:45:27 2004
From: keealf at hotmail.com (Kee Alfian)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:45:27 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Recruitment studies in Redang Island, MALAYSIA.
References: <20040120170012.CC19F17824@coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <BAY2-DAV46RnGEbMi3600009fb5@hotmail.com>

Hello everybody, my name is Kee Alfian and i am from Malaysia. i am
currently doing research regarding coral recruitment, especially in
Malaysia. I am having some problem with the identification of the juvenile
coral and would like to ask for assistance and advice from anybody. Do
anybody knows what chemical favors the recruitment of juvenile corals? Thank
you very much.

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> On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
> Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
> new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/
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> (4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)
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> (5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
> March!)
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> ... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
> for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
> enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be!=20
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> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
> From: Ruben van Hooidonk <rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early
> mesozoic radiation of dinoflagellates
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> Dear all,
>
> As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the
> zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of
> dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this
> relation (if there is any).
>
> Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding
> literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic
> radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Ruben van Hooidonk
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Sat Jan 24 10:15:55 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 10:15:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>
References: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <348A79F2-4E80-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Paul,
Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following publication 
with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican 
Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia: 
Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.

However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two 
living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species 
probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second 
morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of 
Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page 
110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the 
intersepta morph.

If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this 
genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
Judy

On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:

> Hi all,
> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or 
> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which 
> is the most current?
> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
> appreciated.
>
> Paul Brown
> PhD candidate
> University of Calgary
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From coralinau at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 16:34:51 2004
From: coralinau at aol.com (coralinau)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 22:34:51 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query + Long Liners in Mozambique
References: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>
Message-ID: <02a901c3e2c1$e86f9c60$9400000a@Client>

Hello Alexander,

I was in Mozambique in September after the World Parks Congress and heard
from local people that dynamite fishing is taking place, from what I heard
especially north of Beira up to the border to Tanzania. I would believe that
WWF Mozambique has some information on that since in their "coral section"
they also deal with turtles and manatees.

There is another thing, and maybe you have an idea how to continue from
here:
I talked to South African people who invested in a campsite in front a
beautiful and still intact coral reef south of Inhambane which is visited by
snorkelers and divers. They told me that they have immense problems with
Chinese tankers which use the method of long-line fishing. They seem to fish
out immense amounts of mantas, reys, dolphins, and more. And obviously they
don't stick to any regulations concerning how close to come to the coast.
When I slept there, as soon as it got dark, you could see the ships lying
near the coast. They always come in at night, and in the morning they are
gone, but often leave their lines for 3 days. The local people try with
their own initiative to cut through the lines, but I guess most of the time
the species are already dead.
>From what I heard it looks like the Mozambique government received
infrastructure equipment from the Chinese government and vis-versa they gave
out concessions. I am not firm on international marine law, but if that is
the case, I would guess this is illegal action and that there must be some
possibility to stop that. I know there is a sea control point at Bazaruto
Archipelago, but they have to cover an area that is simply impossible. This
place south of Inhambane itself is around 300km south of Bazaruto. When you
inform the sea police the Chinese ships are gone for long.

Sincerely,

Gaby Hoebart

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Tropical Ecology Support Programm
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alexander Stone" <a_stone at reefkeeper.org>
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<fish-sci at segate.sunet.se>; <marinelife at onenw.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 7:50 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query

> Hello, All...
>
> I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
> Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.
>
> I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
> fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
> Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
> Tanzanian fishers.
>
> I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
> control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.
>
> Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
> contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
> locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Alexander Stone
> ReefGuardian International
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:43:33 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:43:33 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] RFP release for HCRI-RP (FY 2004-2005)
Message-ID: <014101c3e1e9$30211590$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

On behalf of the Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program I am pleased to release the Request for Proposals for this upcoming year (FY 2004-2005) (see below).  It will also be posted next week Wednesday (January 28, 2004) on our website (http://www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri/index.htm) , under "Announcements" on the front page.  

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative 

Research Program

(Fiscal Year 2004-2005)

 

 

Request for Proposals

 

 

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) supports scientific research and monitoring to enhance the state's capacity to manage coral reef ecosystems.  The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources/Division of Aquatic Resources (DLNR/DAR) and the University of Hawaii (UH) jointly manage HCRI-RP.   A Management Committee ??consisting of three representatives from DAR, one from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, two from UH, one from the Pacific Science Association/Bishop Museum ??serves as the governing body. 

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  HCRI-RP has also supported teacher training, student internships and fellowships, public education and outreach, and a myriad of hands-on workshops for resource managers.  

 

At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  Each year, Congress appropriates monies for HCRI-RP through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Ocean Program.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee conducts a competitive selection process through an RFP.

 

The Management Committee identified the following priorities for Year 7

?        Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

?        Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands:  Invasive Marine Species; Fishing Pressure; Pollution; Disease; Coastal Development; Nearshore Recreation

?        Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

?        "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

?        Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

RFP Schedule:

?         Optional Letter of Interest due February 6, 2004. 

?         Proposals due February 26th, 2004.   

?         The Management Committee will select projects to fund April-May 2004.  

?         Funded projects will begin when monies are made available, possibly August/September 2004.

 

A.  Research Priorities

 

The following subsections outline the research and monitoring priorities established by HCRI-RP Management Committee for this solicitation.  Each priority listed contributes to the fundamental mission of the program:  support monitoring and research to build capacity in managing Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Should no fundable proposal be submitted for a particular priority, HCRI-RP may commission research and monitoring activities consistent with the program priorities.

 
 

Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects seeking to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and to make recommendations for management action.  The committee is particularly interested in projects, such as risk ranking, which complement priorities identified in Hawaii's Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan (www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dar/pubs/ais_mgmt_plan_draft.pdf).  The Management Committee is interested in research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause invasive algal blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts and to be able to better to determine the severity of impact for various fishing methods.  

 

Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  The committee is particularly interested in reef-oriented projects that complement Hawaii's Local Action Strategy to Address Land-based Pollution Threats to Coral Reefs (www.state.hi.us/doh/eh/cwb/prc/pdf-files/LAS.CR-LBP.Sec1-3.110603.pdf).  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Disease:  To date, disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  The Management Committee is interested in projects that investigate basic, management-oriented questions.  What diseases infect (or, are present in) these ecosystems?  What are the potential pathogens and pathways for disease?  Is there a correlation between reef organisms?  Do diseases originate on land?  What are chemical clues?  What are the pathogens of concern?

 

Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Extensive coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs. Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical recommendations to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).        

 

Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.  Successful proposals would determine measures of capacity (e.g., ecological, amenity, multiuse) for key areas of interest.  What is a useable model, approach, or system that could indicate to managers when there is too much impact for an area?  Is there a practical method to determine the levels of use and the impacts from that use?  What recommendations can be given to resource managers?  

 

 

Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

"Gaming" the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

B.  Deliverables for Funded Research

 

  a.. Quarterly PowerPoint presentations highlighting project's activities
  b.. One (1) progress report using the standard NOAA form  (due Feb. 2005) 
  c.. Final report using the standard NOAA form (due January 2006)
  d.. Project final technical report:  executive summary (e.g., background, resource management questions answered, methodology, conclusions, recommendations to resource management); field guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in field); laboratory guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in laboratory & database variable summary); results (due January 2006)
  e.. Data and metadata will be archived with the Pacific National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC).  Projects will also submit to HCRI-RP an electronic copy of all data submitted to the National Oceanic Data Center and tables and maps summarizing data collected.  (Due January 2006)
  f.. Public education/outreach, workshop, and media activities or materials
  g.. Voucher specimens at Bishop Museum (if applicable)
  h.. Organize and conduct a workshop or seminar in order to deliver information on the results and methodologies developed, and provide technical training for managers, resource trustees, scientists, and/or the general public.
 

 

C.  Proposal Components

(Required - no additional appendices will be accepted.)

 

1.      On every page (in header or footer):  page number; PI name; project title 

2.      Title Page (attached)

3.      HCRI-RP Administrative Form, including all additional documents (attached)

4.      Table of Contents with page numbers

5.      Permits from appropriate agencies to conduct research should it be selected and funded (e.g., Scientific Collecting). 

6.      Approval from institution's Dive Safety Officer (if applicable) (See subsequent section for more specific information.)

7.      Project Description (No longer than 15 pages)

?        Statement of problem and relevance to priority.

?        Goals and objectives

?        Site/habitat/species selection (where applicable)

?        Approach and methodology. 

?        Highlight resource manager capacity building and partnering activities.

?        Describe media, education, and outreach activities (in addition to activities conducted for resource managers).

?        Data management and dissemination of results 

?        Anticipated outcomes and relevance to coral reef resource management in Hawaii

8.      Project Administration 

?        Proposed workplan (8/04 - 12/05) (include components listed under "products and deliverables")

?        Project coordination and management structure

?        A statement detailing current and pending support

?        Specifically list how proposed activities would "impact" the reef ecosystem (e.g., installing 4 permanent pins, transplanting 300 urchins).

?        Facilities, equipment, and other resources

9.      Itemized Budget and Justification, to include 

?        Salaries and Wages (months)

?        Fringe Benefits (UH rate) (approximate rates for UH proposals:  GA = 10%, student assistants = 3%, Research Associates = 30%)

?        Travel

?        Equipment 

?        Supplies and Materials

?        Contracted Services

?        Total Direct Charges

?        Indirect Cost (UH proposals = 20.6%)

?        Proposal Total

10.  Curriculum Vitae for Proposed Team (max. 2 pages per individual)

11.  Consultation with DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) regarding site selection, research question(s), and methodology.

 

 

D.        Requirements for Proposals that Entail Compressed Gas Diving

 

If compressed gas diving (SCUBA, Rebreathers, Surface-supplied, etcetera) is to be conducted to meet project goals, proposals must include evidence that such activities have been approved by - and will be conducted under the oversight of -- a scientific diving program as defined by U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B: Guidelines for Scientific Diving).  The University of Hawaii Diving Safety Program will review such documentation, as outlined below:   

  1.. For University of Hawaii/RCUH researchers:  Inclusion of the form, "Application for Scientific Diving Research Proposal Approval," approved and signed by the University of Hawaii Diving Safety Officer (form downloadable from: www.hawaii.edu/ehso/diving).  
  2.. For researchers from NOAA, AAUS Organizational Member institutions, or other agencies/institutions with which University of Hawaii holds reciprocal diving agreements:  Inclusion of a letter from the institution/agency Diving Safety Officer, stating:  (1) the proposal has been reviewed; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 
  3.. For researchers from other institutions: Inclusion of all of the following:
a.       A letter from the appropriate institutional supervisor (department head, section chief, etcetera), stating: (1) the proposal has been reviewed by the agency/institution's diving control board; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 

b.                     A review copy of the institution/agency Diving Safety Manual, which shows the institution administers compressed gas diving activities under a scientific diving program, as defined by U.S. OSHA.  For comparison, the "Standards for Certification of Scientific Divers and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs" of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences will be used as the minimal acceptable standard.  A copy of the AAUS Standards is available from: www.aaus.org. 

E.   Key Dates in Proposal Process

 

February 6, 2004:     Optional Letters of Intent DUE, preferably electronically (hcri_rp at hawaii.edu).  Please ensure that you have no viruses!  The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.    

 

February 26, 2004:   Proposals DUE, in electronic form and 12 hard copies by 4:00 p.m. HST.  

 

Twelve (12) hard copies should be submitted to:

 

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program

Social Science Research Institute
University of Hawaii at Manoa

2424 Maile Way, Saunders #704

Honolulu, HI  96822

ATTN:  Risa Minato

 

An electronic version should be either burned onto a CD and mailed to the above address or emailed to hcri_rp at hawaii.edu (note underscore between "hcri" and "rp.")

 

The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.  Electronic files should be in MSWord97 (PC version) compatible format.  Please take every precaution to ensure your files are virus-free.  

 

March 2004:              Peer review of proposals. 

 

April-May 2004:       Project selection and notification.  Those who submitted proposals will be notified of the results.  Program staff will negotiate agreements with principal investigators of successful proposals.  

 

September 2004:      Funding will be made available August-September 2004 (pending availability of funds).  

 

 

All projects must be completed by December 31st, 2005.  

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the HCRI-RP office at (808) 956-7479.

F.   Evaluation Components

1.      How well does the proposed project fall within the announced principles & priorities? (45 pts)?

 

2.      How well qualified is/are the investigator(s) to conduct the proposed project (10 pts)?

 

3.      How well conceived and organized is the proposed project and is there sufficient budget and time devoted to the proposed workplan (15 pts)? 

 

4.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated, made available to, and be useful for coral reef ecosystem managers (15 pts)?  

 

5.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated and made available to the scientific community and the public (5 pts)?

 

6.      Is there cost sharing or collaboration with appropriate agencies?  How involved are the agencies? (10 pts)

 

 

*  The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Awards will be made pending availability of funds.

 

 

 

 

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     Principle Investigator:     ____________________________         Phone:  ______________
             

            University department/division to be credited for this proposal:  _________________________________________________________________

             

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     Please circle the ONE area which best describes this proposal:

             

            (01)  Business                              (04) Marine Sciences                                      (07) OTHER

            (02)  Earth Sciences                     (05) Physical Sciences

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            EQUIPMENT SCREENING CERTIFICATION (Needed from UH proposals only):

            For equipment with an estimated cost over $5,000 and less than $10,000 listed in the proposed budget, an inventory of the 

            department shall be screened for available use.  For equipment with an estimated cost of $10,000 or more listed in the proposed 

            budget, university-wide screening is required for available usage.  The following responses were elicited:

             

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     Does this proposal require and/or involve:

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                [     ]        1.     The use of human subjects?  Date of CHS application ____________ or CHS # ______________

            [     ]                 [     ]        2.   Equipment purchases with an estimated unit cost of $5,000 or more?  

                    [     ]                [     ]        3.     The use of compressed-gas (SCUBA) diving?  If yes, submit documents as requested in the HCRI-RP RFP.

                    [     ]                [     ]        4.     The use of recombinant DNA?  If yes, submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         5.     The importation of microorganisms?  If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         6.     The use of radioactive material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         7.     The use of hazardous material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         8.  The use of subrecipients , including consultant and consortium agreements?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         9.  The use of proprietary/confidential information?  If yes, provide details on a separate sheet.  Clearly identify any such information found in this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         10.  The use of lobbying efforts?  If yes, attach a separate sheet describing lobbying activities and funding source of lobbying activities.

                    

             

             

             
           
        

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     INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLICATIONS:

                    

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                    [     ]                 [     ]         11.  Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in the development of intellectual property?  If yes, continue with item 12.  If no, skip to item 13.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         12.  Will the intellectual property developed be commercially valuable?  If yes, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.   If no, skip to item 13. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         13.   If you answered no to items 14 or 15, are you willing to RELINQUISH YOUR RIGHTS to any intellectual property developed and have the University of Hawaii accept an award with UNFAVORABLE intellectual property provisions, including but not limited to, relinquishment of ownership, royalties, etc.?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         14.   Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in publication?  If yes, please continue with item 15.  If no, continue with item 15 and be advised that the University of Hawaii may accept an award with UNFAVORABLE publication provisions. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         15.   Will you accept a provision that requires a) submission of publication to sponsor for prior review, b)  delay of publication for sponsor's revision and/or protection of confidential information, and/or c)  sponsor's written approval prior to submission of publication?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to publication provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

             

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            If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, submit copy of insurance policies or other documentation that mitigates the risk to the University.  Submissions should include the minimum/ maximum insurance coverage, the name(s) of the insured, and any limitations to the policy.  

             

                    [     ]                 [     ]         16.  Hazardous working conditions, i.e.,  use of firearms, uncertain terrain, explosives, fire and other safety hazards?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         17.  The use of watercraft (research vessels)?

             

             

            COMMITMENT:

                    [     ]                 [     ]         22.  Does your proposal include commitments from UH department(s) other than that of the Social Science Research Institute?  Provide appropriate details and approvals on a separate sheet.  

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     I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the above information is accurate and complete and that this project will be conducted in accordance with Federal, State, and University requirements and policies.

             

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From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 24 17:45:41 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 17:45:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Final Call for Abstracts re: Restoring Coral Reefs
	(deadline Feb 2)
Message-ID: <4012F595.73C8F6B3@noaa.gov>

[For distribution]

** Final Call for Abstracts - Restoring Coral Reefs **
2nd National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.

Presentation abstract deadline:  Feb 2, 2004
Poster abstract deadline:  Mar 1, 2004

Presentation and poster abstracts are solicited for the 2nd National
Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration to be held
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.  The Conference will
include one or more sessions on "RESTORING CORAL REEFS", and I encourage
you to consider submitting abstracts on best practices, lessons learned,
latest technologies, new approaches etc.  Presentations welcome on
ecological, legal, social, economic or other aspects.

The Call for Presentations and Posters is attached.  Full information
and contacts available at
http://WWW.ESTUARIES.ORG/2ndnationalconference.php

I appreciate your assistance in disseminating this information and hope
you will consider participating.  Best regards -

Roger Griffis
Coral Reef Conservation Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
U.S. Department of Commerce

From Northwaterstreet at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 18:24:00 2004
From: Northwaterstreet at aol.com (Northwaterstreet at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 18:24:00 EST
Subject: [Coral-List] henry's little cayman juggling school! :)
Message-ID: <16a.28fd77ff.2d445890@aol.com>

hello henry!

my name is tricia thorn and i was one of your students on little cayman with 
the school for field studies (81). i have been in touch with peter atkins who 
was also there with me and we have had fun exchanging great stories from our 
time at henry and fred's diving and juggling school! 

I just wanted to say hi and let you know although you might not remember two 
of your many, many students over the years, we have very fond memories of our 
time there with you. for me it was island culinary school! :)

I have been racking my brain trying ot remember a toast that you made our 
last night there. I believe it begins "When I was a fish and you were a toad...." 
I would love to share it with peter, whose memory is not as good as mine. :)

:)

Tricia 

From reefball at reefball.com  Sat Jan 24 23:31:29 2004
From: reefball at reefball.com (Todd Barber)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 23:31:29 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
References: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>
Message-ID: <001201c3e2fc$1cd06040$6501a8c0@ToddAvLaptop>

We have used conch shells successfully inside of Reef Balls for increased
complexity....however, conch shells in piles can be problematic in areas
where hurricanes are present as they can become "missles" destroying natural
reefs as they move around.  Therefore, we recommend only using them inside
of Reef Balls or other containment systems so they are stable.

-Todd Barber
Reef Ball Foundation
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary Ostrander" <gofish at jhu.edu>
To: <greenforce at batelnet.bs>; <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

> When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
> the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
> reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
> there were a few sites around the island where the local population
> routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
> 15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
> artificial reefs.
>
> Gary K. Ostrander
> Johns Hopkins University
>
> >>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
> Hi,
>
> Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
> reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
> before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
> they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
> recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
> depending on goals of reef use?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
> team.
>
>
>
> Greenforce Bahamas
> Blanket Sound
> Andros Island
> Bahamas
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From teune at fzi.de  Sun Jan 25 15:15:30 2004
From: teune at fzi.de (Herma Teune)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:15:30 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Gert Jan Gast
Message-ID: <000001c3e37f$fc736ac0$3bc5b43e@privat>

Hi,

I'm searching for the email-address of Gert Jan Gast.
Would be nice if someone could email me his actual address.

With best regards,
Herma Teune

From McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com  Sun Jan 25 17:43:38 2004
From: McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com (McCarty and Peters)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:43:38 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <200401251743_MC3-1-6977-A792@compuserve.com>

Dear Paul,

You have probably already heard the answer, but I did not see it on
Coral-List.   I was just checking the Integrated Taxonomic Information
System (ITIS) on the Internet and both Stephanocoenia intersepta and S.
michelini are still valid.  I thought they were synonyms and that
intersepta was preferred.

The most recent use of intersepta, according to ITIS, is reported in:

        Cairns, S.D.  1999.  Species richness of recent Scleractinia. Atoll
Research Bulletin, no. 59: 1-46.

The second edition of Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach's book changed from S.
michelinii to S. intersepts (unfortunately, a typographical error that was
not caught).  The book notes that it was "formerly classified as species
michelinii." 

I recall Nancy Budd published a paper establishing S. intersepta, but I
don't recall the specifics.  I'm hoping that she or Steve Cairns will
respond to your message and set us straight on the Coral-List!

Esther Peters

From zennnnwoman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 25 23:20:54 2004
From: zennnnwoman at hotmail.com (megan berkle)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 04:20:54 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] information on dynamite fishing
Message-ID: <BAY8-F123Cesa31Z9cP00001583@hotmail.com>

   Dear coral-listers:

   I  was  recently  on  the  islands  off of Southern Thailand.  I heard
   stories  about  continuous dynamite fishing and garbage dumping on the
   beautiful  reefs  surrounding these islands.  Does anyone know where I
   can  find  information  on  the  Thai laws regarding dynamite fishing?
   Thanks,

   Megan Berkle

     _________________________________________________________________

   [1]Rethink  your  business  approach for the new year with the helpful
   tips here.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2752??PS=

From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 04:18:39 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 09:18:39 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Last call for abstracts - climate change conference
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE423D0360B@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear All

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 

21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Thanks to all of you who have currently submitted abstracts. As I know
some of us tend to leave things to the last minute I thought I would
send out this last reminder to jog memories - closing date for
submission of abstracts is 31st January. Details on how to submit, plus
registration are on:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

Please email your abstract to the conference email address
(climate at plymouth.ac.uk) by the closing date.

 

Cheers

Martin

 

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 11:40:02 2004
From: b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk (B.L.Cohen)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:40:02 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] not corals, but brachiopods
Message-ID: <l03102823bc3af18ec147@[130.209.132.24]>

Dear Coral-list members,

Enquiring about possible brachiopod collections in the Red Sea, it was
suggested that I post to this group, so here goes.

As a leading brachiopod molecular systematist (perhaps _the_ leading one,
as there are few of us!) I am interested in ethanol-preserved brachiopod
collections from all parts of the world, both coral-associated (e.g.
thecideidines, possibly craniids) and benthic brachs of all sorts, free and
attached.

The Red Sea and Indian Oceans are particularly blank spots on my
specimen-list map, but this is really a wide, general appeal for
brachiopods (in 95% ethanol) whenever and wherever they appear.

If anyone wishes to see papers published in this field just e-mail me and
I'll send some pdf's.

Thanks in advance!

Bernie Cohen

Dr B. L. Cohen
Molecular Genetics
University of Glasgow,
Pontecorvo Building,
56 Dumbarton Rd
Glasgow G11 6NU
Scotland, UK.

Phone: (+44) (0)141 330 5103 (direct line)
                                     330 5101 (secretary)
                                     339 8855 (switchboard)
Fax:                             330 4878
http://www.gla.ac.uk/ibls/molgen/staff/cohen-bl.html

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 26 16:17:21 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
References: <3FFDC537.85696EA2@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <401583E1.82D6E28A@noaa.gov>

>
> PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.
>
> Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118
>
>
>
>                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
>            1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
>            CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD
>
>
>
>
> The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to
> announce the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
> Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
> Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral
> reef conservation.
>
> The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
> impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
> local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
> results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
> accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
> late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This
> award is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
> outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
> professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
> jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
> summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
> initiatives.
>
> This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
> the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
> Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
> receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on
> coral reef management initiatives with an agency member of the
> USCRTF.  In this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and
> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a
> location to be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be
> flown to Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at
> the next USCRTF meeting.
>
>
> Eligibility
> In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
> following minimum requirements:
> ? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on
> coral reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully
> completed the sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy
> or science with emphasis on coral reefs;
> ? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
> ? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
> Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico,
> or Hawaii.
>
>
> Application Selection Timetable
>
> Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST
>
> Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004
>
> Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
> (*pending availability)
>
>
> Application Material
>
> All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit
> the following material:
> ? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
> ? Resume.
> ? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
> ? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
> in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship
> will benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in
> your island.
>
> Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
> received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:
>
> USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
> c/o Shane Guan
> NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
> 1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
> Silver Spring, MD 20910
>
> Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov
>
> Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
> Fax: 301-713-4389
>
>
> Contact
> For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
> above address.
>
>
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>

From JandL at rivnet.net  Mon Jan 26 17:11:45 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 17:11:45 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
References: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
Message-ID: <A0A64D7C-504C-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Hi Rich,
Well, more accurate to say that michelinii is the form in which the 
polyps are plocoid (have separate walls).
  The walls of the intersepta form are subcerioid (adjacent polyps are 
almost united) and, in life, have fewer zooxanthellae (or perhaps less 
pigment/algal cell) than the central area of the polyp, which means the 
corals have a "reticulated" appearance which is particularly striking 
when they contract.
Best,
Judy

On Jan 26, 2004, at 4:13 PM, Richard B. Aronson wrote:

> Thanks for sorting this out Judy. I was aware that intersepta is the 
> prior
> synonym, but not that the head form would be michelinii if indeed it 
> is a
> separate species.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Rich
>
> On Sat, 24 Jan 2004, Judith Lang/Lynton Land wrote:
>
>> Paul,
>> Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following 
>> publication
>> with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
>> Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican
>> Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia:
>> Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.
>>
>> However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two
>> living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species
>> probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second
>> morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of
>> Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page
>> 110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the
>> intersepta morph.
>>
>> If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this
>> genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
>> Judy
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S.
>>> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or
>>> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which
>>> is the most current?
>>> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly
>>> appreciated.
>>>
>>> Paul Brown
>>> PhD candidate
>>> University of Calgary
>>> Department of Biological Sciences
>>> 2500 University Drive
>>> Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
>>> T2N 1N4
>>> (403) 210-5484
>>>
>>> _________________________________________________________________
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>

From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Tue Jan 27 01:25:54 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 14:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Draft Zoning Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFF01@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi All,
Well I last emailed the coral-list notifying subscribers that a comment period for the Draft Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning Plan had opened. I was really happy to receive a significant number of requests for the associated documentation.
This is just a friendly reminder for those who intend to make a submission or intend on returning the questionairre, they are due by the close of business on the 6th February 2004. The next significant step in this process will be the release of a Draft Management Plan. We will notify coral-list when this period arrives. Thanks once again to all who responded.
Best Regards
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

This email, together with any attachments, is intended for the addressee only. It may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, please notify the sender, delete the email and attachments from your system and destroy any copies you may have taken of the email and its attachments. Duplication or further distribution by hardcopy, by electronic means or verbally is not permitted  without permission.

From jaapk at science.uva.nl  Tue Jan 27 05:51:59 2004
From: jaapk at science.uva.nl (Jaap Kaandorp)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 11:51:59 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] 2 PhD Student Positions in Simulation of developmental
	regulatory networks in sponges and corals
Message-ID: <20040127115159.A7175@cimex.science.uva.nl>

Two Ph.D. students Scientific Computing (position 1) / Numerical Mathematics & Scientific 
Computing (position 2)

Project: ``Simulation of developmental regulatory networks in sponges and sceleractinian
corals''

The project is financed by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific 
Research, NWO, research program Computational Life Sciences  and consists 
of 2 Ph.D. positions, one (position 1) at the Section Computational Science 
of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/) 
and one (position 2) at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) 
in Amsterdam (http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet).

In this project we will develop a model for simulating regulatory networks
that is capable of quantitatively reproducing spatial and temporal
expression patterns in developmental processes.  The model will be coupled
with a biomechanical model of cell aggregates and used to study the
formation of spatial and temporal expression patterns of gene products
during development in cellular systems.  A major issue are correct
estimations of the parameter settings in the network model. Therefore the
model will be used in combination with optimization algorithms (simulated
annealing) to explore large parameter spaces of regulatory networks and to
infer parameters from actual spatial and temporal gene expression
patterns. As a case study we are planning to use the body plan formation
in relatively simple multi-cellular organisms (sponges and sceleractinian
corals).  Here we will closely collaborate with Prof W.E.G. Mueller
(Institut fuer Physiologische Chemie Johannes Gutenberg-Universitaet
Mainz, Germany) and Prof D.J. Miller (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
James Cook University, Australia).  The PhD student Scientific Computing 
within the Section Computational Science will in particular work on 
optimization methods and modelling cellular aggregates, while the PhD student 
at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science will focus on the numerical 
methods for modelling the regulatory networks.

Details position 1 at the Section Computational Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam
_____________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.
Candidates should have a master's degree (or equivalent) in scientific
computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology  or a
comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to have an active interest in
life science applications.  For information on appointment (salary, vacation pay, etc.) 
please read the full description on www.uva.nl/vacatures or www.english.uva.nl, choose 
'Vacancies'.  Applications quoting job reference number and marked ``strictly confidential'' 
(in the upper left hand corner of the envelope) should include a letter of motivation, a 
curriculum vitae, if available copies of research papers, MSc thesis and the names of three 
persons from who references may be obtained.  Students who are about to finish their 
M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to apply.  The UvA offers an international working 
environment, flexible working conditions and is willing to help with housing for foreigners.  
Applications should be sent to the Universiteit van Amsterdam, Faculty of Science / Personnel 
Department, to the attention of Mrs. A. A. Craj?, personnel advisor, Kruislaan 404, 1098 SM 
Amsterdam, The Netherlands.  Applications by E-mail will also be accepted: 
anny at science.uva.nl.  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on March 15, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.

More information can be found at http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/ or contact
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp, E-mail jaapk at science.uva.nl, telephone +31 20 525 7539.

Details position 2 at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) in Amsterdam
________________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.  Applications are invited from candidates 
with with a good knowledge of the numerical analysis of ODEs/PDEs and an MSc in mathematics, 
scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology, 
computational fluid dynamics, or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to 
have an active interest in life science applications.  The salary with related employment 
conditions is according to regulations for OIOs (Onderzoekers in Opleiding) in the 
"CAO-onderzoekinstellingen" (collective employment agreement Dutch research institutes). 
Moreover CWI offers attractive working conditions, including flexibility, child care, and 
help with housing for foreigners.  Applications should be sent to Joke Blom, CWI/MAS, 
P.O. Box 94079, 1090 GB Amsterdam, the Netherlands.  E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, with mentioning 
of "PhD Vacancy MAS1 - RegNet".  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on February 1, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.  Your application should provide a concise 
description of your mathematical education, your CV, examination marks and if possible a copy 
of your M.Sc thesis. Students who are about to finish their M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to 
apply.

More information can be found at http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet or contact Joke Blom, 
E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, telephone +31 20 592 4263

-- 
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp
Section Computational Science
Faculty of Science
University of Amsterdam
Kruislaan 403
1098 SJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463
email: jaapk at science.uva.nl
fax: +31 20 5257490
URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/

See for the 1st International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics
March 22 - 23, 2004 in Amsterdam
http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/AMGC2004/

From mjnewman at ucsd.edu  Tue Jan 27 19:43:15 2004
From: mjnewman at ucsd.edu (Marah Newman)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 16:43:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Percent cover to biomass
Message-ID: <BC3C45A3.20FD%mjnewman@ucsd.edu>

Dear All,

I am trying to determine if there has been any work conducted in the past
that provides conversions from estimates of percent cover to living biomass
of coral tissue.  I am conducting surveys of corals (most likely using
point-intercept method) but in addition to coral cover estimates, I also
need biomass. I can do some estimates of surface area to account for the 3-d
structure of the reef, but I still need to figure out a way to get some sort
of g/m^2 estimate.  Does anyone know if work on this has ever been conducted
and where I can find it?

Thanks so much,

Marah Newman
___________________________________

Marah Newman
Graduate Student Office, Box 0208
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
CA 92093, USA

From corals at prtc.net  Tue Jan 27 19:41:23 2004
From: corals at prtc.net (CORALations)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:41:23 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral transplant, farming and restoration
Message-ID: <001101c3e537$75601920$09323242@m2t4v4>

Dear Coral-Listers:

CORALations is in the process of creating a bi-lingual field manual describing non-technical coral fragment 
planting and fragment stabilization and grow out methods for use by non-scientists in the Caribbean.  
The techniques will be limited to the three Caribbean Acroporids and Porites porites. 
The premise is that the broken fragment would otherwise suffer greater mortality without the intervention. 
The scope is further focused by limiting the reasons for intervention to impacts resulting from fin, 
small craft groundings, anchor and storm damage. 

If we have not already contacted you, and you have a non-technical method you wish to be featured,
please respond to corals at prtc.net.

We would also like to provide a list of contact information to include a one paragraph description for 
technical reef restoration methodologies. In this way, non-technical public would be able 
to access professionals to discuss restoration for more dramatic impact.  

If you have a technical restoration method you would like featured in the manual, 
and we have not already contacted you...please take a moment now to send the following: 
 
-Method name
-Your name, and/or company name and contact Information
-A one paragraph description of the method including types of impact it addresses or other restoration goals.(100 words more or less) 
 
Any questions please call. If you want to participate but cannot respond this week...please notify us so we can leave space open.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Sincerely, 

                       Conservar Cuidar Educar  
                  
                        Mary Ann Lucking
                        Director  CORALations
                        P.O. Box 750
                        Culebra, PR 00775  
                        corals at prtc.net
                        www.coralations.org  tel: 
                              fax:  787-742-0068
                              787-742-0053  
                       
                 
            
     
            
     

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 11:47:48 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] CNMI Coral reef AAG position available
In-Reply-To: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
References: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <4017E7B4.6020102@noaa.gov>

> Hello.  Below please find a position announcement for a coral reef
> Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern
> Mariana Islands.  Forward as appropriate.
> 
> Please direct all inquiries to the contact provided at the end of the 
> announcement.
> 
> JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
> U.S. Commonwealth of  the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
> Office of the Attorney General
> 
> Title: : ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, CORAL REEF INITIATIVE ATTORNEY
> 
> The CNMI Attorney General?s Office is seeking applicants for the Coral 
> Reef Initiative, to work on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
> This is a new position within the Attorney General?s Office and the 
> responsibilities described herein, will grow and evolve over time.  The 
> Attorney?s focus will be on coordinating and assisting local agencies in 
> their efforts of coral reef protection.  This will include among other 
> things defining jurisdictional responsibilities and limitations of the 
> agencies involved in coral reef protection, civil and criminal 
> enforcement of existing laws to protect the coral reef, drafting new 
> legislation and regulations concerning coral reef protection issues and 
> the administrative process as relating to coral reef matters.
> 
> Qualifications:    Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA 
> accredited law school, an active member in good standing of the bar of 
> any state or territory of the United States and eligible to be admitted 
> to the CNMI bar (or a member of the CNMI bar) upon commencement of 
> employment.  Applicants should have some experience in environmental law 
> and familiarity with coral reef or other marine systems.  Applicants 
> should exhibit the ability to accurately and precisely articulate issues 
> to non-lawyers in a concise and intelligible manner.  Applicants should 
> possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with 
> lawyers and non-lawyers in a professional manner in a demanding 
> environment.  Ideal applicants will have experience in natural resource 
> management, integrated costal zone management, maritime law and 
> fisheries management law.
> 
> Salary: Depending on the years of practice and experience.
> 
> Interested applicants must send resume and cover letter to:
> 
> Ms. Pamela Brown, Attorney General
> Office of the Governor, Hon. Juan A. Sablan Memorial Bldg.
> Caller Box 10007, Capitol Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
> Telephone: (670) 664-2341 Facsimile: (670) 664-2349
>  e-mail: pbrown at saipan.com.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:50:14 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:50:14 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Marine Science Programs for Educators and their
	students
Message-ID: <Sea1-F167sV77KibLM40002a33d@hotmail.com>

****Attn: grades 7-12 Teachers and College Marine Science Educators***

Please Forward!!

The Institute for Ecological Field Studies Ltd offers international programs 
that promote the study of endangered environments through first hand 
observation and field-based instruction.  For the past 15 years, junior high 
and high school teachers, along with college professors have participated in 
our programs located in the Bahamas and in Costa Rica.  Students and 
teachers are eligible for transferable college credit through the University 
of Wisconsin.

We are inviting you to sign on for an amazing experience! There is still 
space for both The Bahamas and Costa Rica for the summer of 2004, but hurry 
because space is limited. TEACHERS RECRUITING 7 PAYING STUDENTS FOR THE 
BAHAMAS OR COSTA RICA ATTEND OUR PROGRAM FREE OF COST, INCLUDING AIR. Please 
visit our website at www.seafish.com or contact the Educational Director 
Tara Short at 715-252-1238, by email shorttara at hotmail.com

Eleutheran Adventurers: Bahamas
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Eleutheran Adventurers is a week long marine eco-adventure program. 
Participants will learn about the marine communities and tropical ecology of 
the Bahamas, along with its history and culture. Activities include 
snorkeling on primary reef systems, kayaking, drift-snorkeling, island 
exploration, caving, beach surveying and more. The evening classroom 
discussions include lessons on fishes, invertebrates, corals, Bahamian 
history and conservation.

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From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:59:31 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:59:31 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement: Marine Ecology Environmental Educator
Message-ID: <Sea1-F80yD2MDGL6ZoQ0003d7f5@hotmail.com>

Environmental Educator/Snorkeling Instructor
The Instiute for Ecological Field Studies
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
www.seafish.com

Job Description:
Provide quality guest service and leadership to visiting teachers and 
students. Instruct snorkeling checkout and gear donning. Maintain and clean 
snorkel gear. Lead up to three snorkeling trips daily. Assist teaching 
evening classes about marine ecology, biology, or environmental issues. 
Interpret island geology to teachers and students while exploring limestone 
caves and cliffs.

Qualifications:
Age 21 preferred. Those under 21 may be considered based on maturity and 
character. Must have experience traveling to and living in remote areas. 
Certified in SCUBA, life guarding, or extensive snorkeling experience, or 
any other relevant water certifications. CPR, First Aid, First Responder, or 
Wilderness First Aid. Must be able to work a non typical work week in an 
outdoor environment. Strong interest in environmental issues, marine 
biology/ecology, or adventure education. Be able to present in both a 
classroom and in an outdoor setting. Good leadership qualities. Be available 
to attend training one week prior to first group's arrival.

Personality:
Positive can do attitude!!! Mature and professional in appearance and 
behavior. Our Leaders have to be able to think on their feet, take 
responsibility for their mistakes, and be able to take constructive 
criticism. Self motivated. Creative. Flexible, able to make decisions, and 
work in a changing environment.

Dates: Late May to late August 2004

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Room and board and 
transportation is provided.

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From ocianaca at yahoo.ca  Wed Jan 28 13:27:29 2004
From: ocianaca at yahoo.ca (Candace Rose-Taylor)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:27:29 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Message-ID: <20040128182729.90202.qmail@web60301.mail.yahoo.com>

Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre

www.huntsmanmarine.ca

New 2004 ? Education Program Assistant

 

Job Description

- assist with the teaching and development of all Public Education programs

- provide creative ideas for updating and developing HMSC website

- assist with fund raising and writing of grant proposals

- assist with the development of an advertising plan

 

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

- university degree in science - preferably biology or geography

- enjoy working with students of all ages (10 ? 80 years young)

- good knowledge of NW Atlantic marine life

- keen interest in the environment

- team player, yet be able to work independently

- adaptable, energetic, creative, punctual and task oriented

- enjoy the outdoors, not matter what the weather

- be able to work odd hours, evenings and weekends

- excellent communication skills ? verbal and written

- proficient with computers

- live locally (The position requires the person to live near St. Andrews.)

 

Salary - $12 - $15/hr (plus benefits) depending on experience.

Deadline for Application ? 6th March 2004

Interview Dates: Successful candidates will be offered interviews between 9-

20th March 2004

Start Date ? 5th April 2004

To apply send

1. covering letter outlining your interest and experience (one page)

2. detailed CV (three pages)

3. contact details (telephone & email address) of three people who can

supply references.

 

Send Applications to.

Mail: Director of Education, The Huntsman Marine Science Centre,

1 Lower Campus Road, St. Andrews, NB E5B 2L7

Fax: 506-529-1212 c/o Director of Education

Email: tdean at huntsmanmarine.ca

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From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 13:34:41 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:34:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Inappropriate message posted to coral-list...
Message-ID: <401800C1.4050605@noaa.gov>

Dear coral-listers:

Over the weekend, an email with some inappropriate content was posted to
the coral-list and sent to all subscribers.  We would like to apologize
for the message reaching you; the person who sent it has since been
unsubscribed from coral-list, and the offending message removed from the
web archives.

We do not condone this type of inappropriate behaviour on the coral-list.

Thank you,
Louis Florit
coral-list System Administrator

-- 
Louis Florit, Research Associate
University of Miami/CIMAS
NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory
4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33149
Phone:  (305) 361-4445

From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 14:45:23 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 14:45:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>

Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Posting
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

From JandL at rivnet.net  Wed Jan 28 15:39:47 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
References: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 28 16:33:41 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:33:41 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Bonaire Job Announcement
Message-ID: <BC3D6AB5.1B574%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

The National Parks Foundation Bonaire (STINAPA Bonaire) operates the
national parks; the Washington Slagbaai National Park and the Bonaire
National Marine Park, within the Island Territory of Bonaire. At this moment
the organization has 16 employees.

The Foundation is now looking for a dynamic candidate for the challenging
position of:

MARINE PARK MANAGER M/F

As the park manager you represent the Bonaire National Marine Park and
execute the policies stipulated by the Board. You are in charge of the
management and maintenance of the Marine Park using goal-oriented guiding of
employees. 

This implies among others: coordinating, supervising and actively
participating in daily operations; initiating and guiding research and
monitoring activities and providing information in the broadest sense of the
word. As the marine park manager you are responsible for the enforcement of
the Marine Ordinance; and you participate in and promote projects with the
local community. 

The profile:
You have received at least an academic education, specialized in nature or
environmental sciences. Required are: experienced in a similar or comparable
position, leadership qualities, management skills, budget
preparation/monitoring experience, experienced in SCUBA diving and boat
handling proficiency. Furthermore you must possess excellent social and
communication skills. You have charisma and are a team player. You have good
command of written and spoken Dutch and/or English.

What we offer:
Your salary depends on education and experience. At STINAPA Bonaire
excellent benefits and terms of employment are standard.

Your reaction:
Does the above description apply to you? Send your letter by February 27
2004 accompanied by your curriculum vitae and relevant documents to:
director at stinapa.org or write to The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O. Box 368,
Bonaire, N.A. 

For more information you can call 599 717 8444

From Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us  Thu Jan 29 12:52:46 2004
From: Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us (Kosmynin, Vladimir)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 12:52:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <B4F970F70C84FD4A8630EDF4F25B08F816A3BA@tlhexsmb3.floridadep.net>

Dear Listers,

I think this is the time to talk about nomenclature of at least Atlantic reef
scleractinians, since it is not related to Stephanocoenia only.  I think Dr.
Vassil Zlatarski made very valuable point about inter-colonial variability
and transitional forms between two obvious forms - S. michelinii and
S.intersepta.  From my field and museum experience I can confirm that along
with distinctive forms there are numerous transitions.  The very same thing I
can tell about Montastraea  annularis forms.  For some strong believers of
three species in Montastraea annularis "complex" I could show transitions
both inter-colonially and intra-colonially during field work in Florida Keys
and Cuba.  The very same problem we have with Mycetophyllia species, where
along with distinctive forms of M. aliciae and M. ferox we have all
transitional forms too.  I wish Deborah Danaher will speak for that, she
invested considerable effort to figure out the borders between these two
species of Mycetophyllia.

At the same time there are at least three different forms in Montastraea
cavernosa, which I cannot recall somebody discussed. But fortunately, nobody
calls them species.

Coral taxonomy is not in favor now and is not really supported by funds; but
we have to realize that this is not just a problem of what to call this
particular coral "species" or "form".  It is more than just what to call it
when we are talking to public and bureaucracy about number of lost and
endangered species. It is a problem for management circles too.  For example,
I have received anger question why we are going to do monitoring "just on
Montastraea annularis, not also on M. faveolata and M. franksii". Well, just
because there are no such a thing as "species complex" in the International
Code of Zoological Nomenclature, and M. faveolata and M. franksii are not
appropriately established separate species.  I think we have to follow
correct existing names according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature.  Neither publication of "species" in popular books, photo
albums and reports, nor personal opinions of well-known scientists cannot be
used as a reference.  Unfortunately, in our list we see often these "species"
in use,  and it is something that confuses those who are not a taxonomist,
but working on corals.  To resolve questions about species we need further
work with each particular species, but until it is not resolved like it was
done by Australian scientists with genera Platygyra in the Pacific, species
must stay like they are according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature and correctly done revisions.

Thank you.

Vladimir N. Kosmynin, Ph.D.
Environmental Consultant
Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
e-mail: vladimir.kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us
Tel: (850)487-4471 Ext. 121
SunCom: 277-4471 Ext. 121
Fax: (850)921-6459

Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanologia, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

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Message: 7
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land <JandL at rivnet.net>
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Cc: Vassil Zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930 at rivnet.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=WINDOWS-1252; format=flowed

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanologia, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
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From Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu  Thu Jan 29 14:45:39 2004
From: Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu (Beatriz)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 14:45:39 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
Message-ID: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>

Dear Co-listers,

Although some of you know me, I am a new member of the coral list.

I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and its effects on coral
reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very grateful.

Thank you very much in advance,

Betty

M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
Instituto de Oceanolog?a
Ave 1ra No. 18406
Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
Cuba

Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu

From Gang.Liu at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 29 16:11:56 2004
From: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov (Gang Liu)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 16:11:56 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] 
	Coral Bleaching Alert for Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Message-ID: <4019771C.25840E2@noaa.gov>

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Coral Bleaching Alert

Anomalously high sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are quickly developing
over the past few weeks over most of the Coral Sea and portions of the
Great Barrier Reef.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspote.1.27.2004.gif
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climohot.html

SSTs from two of our selected satellite monitoring sites, Davies Reef
and Heron Island, have been edging above the summertime maximum monthly
mean SST since early this month.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/CB_indices/coral_bleaching_indices.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_daviesreef_cur.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_heron_cur.html

Coral bleaching DHWs have already been accumulating through out the
Coral Sea and part of the GBR.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.27.2004.gif

Some minor bleaching has been observed at various locations in the GBR
region. The tides in the GBR are yet to relax completely and the weather
forecasts are calling for continued slack winds in the region.  Although
it is cloudy near the coast, high solar radiation persists over the
area.  These environmental conditions are favorable for the development
of intensive thermal stress, foretelling of the potential for severe
coral bleaching events in the GBR within the next few weeks.

For more information please visit Coral Reef Watch's Website:
http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Any feedback you can provide is useful: both bleaching and non-bleaching
observations are welcome. Please send the feedback to Alan Strong
(Alan.E.Strong at noaa.gov) and/or Gang Liu (Gang.Liu at noaa.gov). Users are
also encouraged to use the NOAA/ReefBase collaborative online bleaching
report form to send input to our bleaching database. The form is
available at http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp

Jan 28, 2004
NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program

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 (STG, Inc.)
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 NOAA/NESDIS/ORA E/RA31
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 1335 East-West Highway
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 Tel: 301-713-9386 ext 131
 Fax: 301-713-3136
 Email: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov
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From p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au  Thu Jan 29 18:58:53 2004
From: p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au (Paul Marshall)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 09:58:53 +1000 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] GBR Bleaching Conditions Update - 29 Jan 2004 
Message-ID: <1052.144.134.89.113.1075420733.squirrel@www.gbrmpa.gov.au>

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Climate Change Program is
dedicated to observing, understanding and reporting coral bleaching events
and other climate change impacts on the Great Barrier Reef. The Climate
Change Program provides regular reports on conditions on the Reef throughout
summer and publishes early warnings of increases in levels of stress or
widespread bleaching of corals. This is the fourth Current Conditions Report
for the summer of 2003/04.

Updated 29 January 2004

On the basis of current conditions and climate predictions for the summer of
2004, the threat of widespread coral bleaching for the Great Barrier Reef
(GBR) region is currently rated as HIGH. Although weather and sea
temperatures have decreased toward seasonal averages at most locations over
recent weeks, conditions are showing signs of warming again and reports of
minor or patchy bleaching have now been received from several locations.

Sea temperatures remain above average at most monitoring sites on the Great
Barrier Reef. Satellite monitoring of sea temperatures by the U.S. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates an alarming increase
in sea surface temperatures in the Coral Sea, reaching levels 1-2 degrees C
above what would be expected for this time of year. Sea surface temperatures
over the Great Barrier Reef region have also increased over the last week,
with anomalies of 0.5 to 1 degree C over much of the GBR region.
Recent conditions on the GBR region over recent weeks suggest that the
recent respite to the warming trend may be short lived. Temperatures remain
close to levels known to cause stress to corals and associated reef
organisms. Critical thresholds that are known to trigger widespread coral
bleaching have not yet been exceeded, however significant coral bleaching
can be expected if the warming trend is resumed over coming months.
Reports received through our BleachWatch program indicate that minor
bleaching of susceptible corals is occurring at locations off Port Douglas,
Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Orpheus Island and Heron Island. At some
locations, notably off Port Douglas and Cairns, the severity of bleaching
has increased over the last week. The bleaching reports received to date
indicate mostly light or patchy bleaching, although there is an indication
that stress levels are increasing at some sites. These reports do not
necessarily indicate the onset of a mass bleaching event. However more
severe bleaching could develop if sea temperatures continue to rise.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority will continue to closely
monitor the situation with the support of BleachWatch participants and in
conjunction with AIMS and NOAA.

The GBRMPA welcomes any reports of coral bleaching. If you regularly visit a
reef site, or if you have seen bleaching on the reef, we would be grateful
for your input to our BleachWatch Program.

For the full current conditions report, for information on how to join
BleachWatch, and for background information on climate change, coral
bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef, visit the GBRMPA web site:
www.gbrmpa.gov.au.

-- 
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Manager
Climate Change Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
Townsville, Australia
phone +61 7 4750 0771
fax +61 7 4772 6093
email p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Fri Jan 30 13:24:18 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:24:18 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO
	CONSERVE CORAL REEFS
Message-ID: <401AA152.9020603@noaa.gov>

NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO CONSERVE CORAL REEFS

Each year, subject to the availability of funds, NOAA publishes its
Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Funding Guidance, as authorized by
the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, to solicit proposals for coral
reef conservation activities.

Fiscal year 2004 grant pre-applications are due March 12, 2004.  See: 
http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/grants.html for the 2004 Coral Reef 
Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004 Funding Guidance.

In 2002 and 2003, the first two years of the grants program, NOAA
awarded approximately $5.5 million per year in matching grants under six
funding categories.  In 2004, NOAA is making available up to $5.59
million in matching grants, again under six funding categories.

The 2004 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004
Funding Guidance includes instructions on how to apply for funding under
the following categories, each outlined with specific applicant and
activity eligibility criteria.

    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Management;
    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Monitoring;
    # Coral Reef Ecosystem Research**(see note at end);
    # Projects to Improve or Amend Coral Reef Fishery Management Plans;
    # General Coral Reef Conservation; and
    # International Coral Reef Conservation.

For information specific to each of the above categories, please contact
the appropriate person listed in the 2004 Funding Guidance.  For overall
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program questions, please contact
Jonathan Kelsey (jonathan.kelsey at noaa.gov; 301-563-7230).

Cheers,
Jonathan Kelsey

**Funding under the Coral Reef Ecosystem Research category is on a 
different time frame.  Information on that program is available at 
http://www.nurp.noaa.gov/noaacoral.html.

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 22:08:52 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:08:52 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr Rosenberg's mail id
Message-ID: <20040131030852.11917.qmail@web14919.mail.yahoo.com>

Dear listers....

Sorry for the trouble...but this is my last place
to get the e-mail id of Dr Eugene Rosenberg.....
I tried to mail him at the address given at his
webpage....but all my mail have bounced saying
that there is error, the id does'nt exixt...or it
can't reach.....

the mail id was......
eugene at tau.ac.il

Can anyone give me the right id?????

Thanks in advance

Shashank

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Lab. of AQUa. Environ. Sci. (LAQUES)
Otsu 200, Monobe, Nankoku-shi
783-8502, Kochi, Japan
alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
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From jware at erols.com  Fri Jan 30 10:18:50 2004
From: jware at erols.com (John Ware)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 10:18:50 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Is Robert Carpenter out there.
Message-ID: <401A75DA.9EA46E41@erols.com>

Dear Robert and List,

I am looking for Robert Carpenter's mailing address so that ISRS can
send him some money for the exemplary (I assume) services he has
performed for the Society.

John Ware
Treasurer, ISRS

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From vanesef at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 14:48:47 2004
From: vanesef at yahoo.com (Vanese Flood)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 11:48:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
In-Reply-To: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>
Message-ID: <20040130194847.4896.qmail@web60509.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Beatriz,
For a good review on sedimentation's effects on reefs
see:
Rogers, C.S. 1990. Response of coral reefs and reef
organisms to sedimentation. Marine Ecology Progress
Series. 62:185-202.
There are later papers also, but this is a good place
to start.
Good luck,

Vanese Flood

Department of Geology
University of Georgia

--- Beatriz <Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu> wrote:
> Dear Co-listers,
> 
> Although some of you know me, I am a new member of
> the coral list.
> 
> I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and
> its effects on coral
> reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very
> grateful.
> 
> Thank you very much in advance,
> 
> Betty
> 
> M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
> Instituto de Oceanolog?a
> Ave 1ra No. 18406
> Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
> Cuba
> 
> Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu
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From i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 20:55:17 2004
From: i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au (Ida Fellegara)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 11:55:17 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] coral-crab symbiosis
In-Reply-To: <200312291833_MC3-1-6312-1B56@compuserve.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20040102115038.025ced30@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

Hi All
I have recently noticed a couple of small, loose massive coral colonies 
that have a crab living in  a hole underneath. I have searched as coral 
symbiosis and looked at crab literature but haven't found anything

Is anybody aware of any reference about it?
thanks
Ida

**********************************

Ida Fellegara (BSc, MSc)
Ph D candidate
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Qld
ph 07 3365 7020
fax 07 3365 4755

*********************************

From S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 21:15:13 2004
From: S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au (Selina Ward)
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2004 12:15:13 +1000 
Subject: [Coral-List] Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Message-ID: <8A715E60894B5D43A3858A909C5D1895405F43@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

This year The University of Queensland, Australia is offering the Great
Barrier Reef Study Program for international and domestic students from 14
June - 13 August 2004.

The Great Barrier Reef Study Program provides students with an opportunity
for the ultimate marine education experience through a unique program
comprised of six short course options undertaken in Queensland's spectacular
marine environments, at world class research stations and on board a tall
ship. 

Three courses are taught at Heron Island Research Station on a coral cay,
two at Moreton Bay Research Station on North Stradbroke Island and one
course on board a tall ship in the Great Barrier Reef. The courses are short
intensive courses during which students will be immersed in the marine
environment. They will have daily lectures, field practical and laboratory
sessions so that they become familiar with a range of marine organisms and
processes and acquire first hand research skills through conducting short
group research projects.

The following courses are offered for 2004:
Coastal Zone Management
Marine Microscopy and Microanalysis
Biology and Oceanography of the Great Barrier Reef
Marine Neurobiology
Tropical Marine Invertebrates
Coral Reef Ecosystems

Please visit the website for detailed information and enrolment details.
www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

Dr Selina Ward
Academic Coordinator
Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
St Lucia 4072 Qld
Australia
ph 61 7 3346 9576
mob 61 410 478467
fax 61 7 33654755
email s.ward at marine.uq.edu.au
http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

From judith_mendes at hotmail.com  Fri Jan  2 09:23:44 2004
From: judith_mendes at hotmail.com (Judith Mendes)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 14:23:44 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
Message-ID: <Law15-F31ll7fnp3eEH0000b414@hotmail.com>

Dear Mark,

One difficulty with the meta-analysis you are planning is the wide variety 
of methods used to collect coral abundance data. With respect to their 
effect on the calculation of diversity the methods can be divided into two 
groups:

1. Those that estimate abundance from the projected planar area, the two 
dimensions x and z (e.g. methods with images taken from a camera/video 
camera mounted above the coral).

2. Those that estimate abundance from surface relief, the two dimensions x 
and y (e.g.
Methods in which a line or chain is draped over the coral). This means that 
the resulting abundance estimates are affected by the morphology of the 
coral species. Species with high relief e.g. Acropora will appear more 
abundant when a method that measures abundance in the xy plane is used when 
compared with their abundance estimated in the xz plane.

While this difference in the way abundance is estimated different methods 
may sound trivial, it can lead to very different estimates of diversity for 
the same location, particularly if the diversity index chosen emphasises the 
relative abundance of species in its calculation. The best book explaining 
the variety of diversity indices and the aspect of community composition 
that they emphasise (species richness or evenness/dominance) is still 
?Ecological Diversity and its Measurement? by Anne Magurran (1988). It even 
contains a nice Caribbean coral reef example from Barbados showing diversity 
increasing with depth and distance from Bridgetown, the capital, on the west 
coast of the island. This example is taken from Tomascik, T. and Sander, F 
(1987) Effects of eutrophication on reef building corals II? Mar. Biol., 
94:53-75.  I see Anne Magurran is bringing out a new book this month 
entitled ?Measuring Biological Diversity?; perhaps this will be even better 
than the original.

Some methods, such as the CARICOMP method, include an index of surface 
relief /rugosity which can be useful in addressing this issue.

I have data from 1 site on the south coast of Jamaica which you are welcome 
to have. Good luck with your meta-analysis.

Judith Mendes

>From: "Mark Vermeij" <Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov>
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
>Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 14:35:31 -0500
>
>Dear all,
>For a comparitive study I would be interested in diversity indices on coral 
>communities throughout the Caribbean bassin. I was thinking of Shannon 
>Weaver indices as they correct for "abundance", but surprisingly little can 
>be found regarding this measure related to Caribbean corals. E.g. a search 
>with google results in information on line-dancing (amongst other 
>interesting topics), but no relevant information in relation to corals was 
>found. If you have such data, or know a place were to find this, I would 
>greatly appreciate your suggestions. Basically what I'm looking for is a 
>detailed quantification of coral abundance (either through number or 
>cover), that includes the majority of corals known to be present at that 
>location. Based on this information the calculation of the SW-index for 
>this location should be simple.
>
>Thanks for your help and with best regards,
>Mark
>
>--
>Dr. Mark Vermeij
>
>Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (RSMAS/UM)
>
>NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Science Center
>75 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149 USA
>Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4499 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov
>
>http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/groups/cimas/
>
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Mon Jan  5 01:51:10 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 14:51:10 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Management Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFED7@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi coral-listers,
The Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP) is currently undergoing review.
NMP protects Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing coral reefs in the world.
It occurs in the remote North-west of Australia and is one of the few major coral reef systems occuring on the west coast of any continent. This reef is of potential World Heritage Listing and remains relatively pristine. 
The NMP proposed zoning plan has recently been released for public comment.
If you have any interest in this area or have visited it in the past now is a good opportunity to have your say.
Email me to register your interest and I will forward you the relevant documentation.
Look forward to any replies,
Best Regards,
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Mon Jan  5 09:53:10 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 08:53:10 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes [Florida
	Department 
	of Environmental Protection in the middle of the first year of an
	intense
	monitoring program to document the status of the reef] (Stuart News,
	1/4 /04)
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B19@MIAMIMX>

See excerpt below... Full article with photos can be found through the link
provided.

Happy New Year,

Bill

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St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes

   By Suzanne Wentley
      staff writer

   Stuart News
   http://www.tcpalm.com

   January 4, 2004

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

STUART -- State reef expert Walter Jaap remembered well the first time he
dove the coral reef off St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve in the late 1970s.

"I was shocked. It used to be conventional wisdom that when you were north
of Miami there wasn't much in the way of coral reefs," said Jaap, an
associate research scientist with the Florida Marine Research
Institute. "But you can find interesting coral formations up to this area."

Some Treasure Coast anglers and divers might be familiar with the area,
often referred to as Peck's Lake reef or kingfish hole.

But scientists are just starting to uncover the uniqueness of the 6-square-
mile reef, considered the northernmost of tropical coral reefs.

Biologists with the state Department of Environmental Protection are in the
middle of the first year of an intense monitoring program, designed to
document the status of the reef.

Its health can then be analyzed before and after $1.2 billion in local
Everglades restoration work is completed, to determine the impact on
natural ecosystems.

The goal -- as was the goal when local activists first persuaded Jaap and
others to focus on the reef just south of the inlet -- is to preserve its
biodiversity and beauty.

"There's just an abundant amount of wildlife there," said Mark Perry,
executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society. "Once you see it,
you just say, 'Wow.' It's something we need to preserve."

Under the sea

More than 150 species of fish and more than 200 species of invertebrates
live among the 17 different coral species found in the St. Lucie Inlet
State Preserve.

During an annual fish count at the reef -- sponsored by the DEP and
administered by the national Reef Environment Education Foundation --
volunteers saw everything from yellowtail parrotfish to loggerhead sea
turtles to a spotted eagle ray.

Soft and hard corals are found in the reef, which features the Sabellariid
worm reef -- seen also at Bathtub Reef beach park -- closer to the inlet.

As the reef stretches toward Hobe Sound, there are a variety of corals
planted on a coquina limestone known as Anastasia rock that formed 125,000
years ago after an ice age changed the sea level, Perry said.

Individual colonies of Oculina ivory bush coral, brain corals, great star
corals and sea fans -- all quite small compared to similar reefs in the
Caribbean -- cover about 1 percent of the bottom, which is only about 8 to
20 feet below the surface.

In the Keys, corals cover about 12 percent of the bottom, said Jeff Beal,
director of the DEP's Aquatic and Buffer Preserve field office, who is
coordinating monitoring efforts.

The growth, he said, is likely limited by water temperature and the wave
action that causes some of the corals to grow flat, like a pancake.

"You're at the northern limit for many of these corals," he said. "We were
surprised to discover there is a great diversity of corals down there."

Although the heads of corals are small, the reef is "very healthy here,"
Beal added.

Monitoring the reef

But the health, abundance and diversity is just starting to be documented,
despite years of great fishing that bring dozens of boats to the reef this
time of year, hoping for a Spanish mackerel that swims in a deep hole in
the middle of the reef.

"We're doing the first assessment of that reef," Beal said. "It's amazing
how many things you can see there."

After Jaap's initial dive on the site, he and another scientist wrote a
report encouraging protection of the reef. But it took until January 1988
for the state to buy the submerged lands and create a management plan for
the preserve.

"They do an annual survey of it, and they also have a bunch of volunteer
divers that go and clean it up, to make sure it's in good condition," said
John Griner, preserve manager. "We don't have a large staff to monitor it."

Instead, Beal and a former state scientist, Cindy Lott, met with Jaap to
collect baseline data for the reef.

Using digital video cameras, the scientists shot underwater videos along
pre-determined lines. They counted and identified the species, then logged
the information to compare each year.

Already, the scientists have three lines permanently installed, with plans
to install at least a dozen.

"We want to pick areas with high coral abundance," Beal said. "We want to
see how much does the St. Lucie (Canal) water, how much does that affect
the reef."

That information could be used to gauge the effectiveness of local
Everglades restoration efforts, he added.

Preservation plans

There is more to saving the reef than monitoring.

In the next few years, state preserve officials plan to install anchor
buoys so boats visiting the area won't damage the reef with anchors.

Until then, Perry recommends that boaters be wary of the reef when dropping
anchor.

"It's simple. You can see the reef from the surface because it's shallow,"
he said. "You want to look for a nice, sandy area. It helps a lot."

Long-term plans for the preserve also include creating a visible boundary
around the reef. Spearfishing is not allowed in the preserve.

Perry also suggested anglers be careful not to break their line on the
rock, because excess fishing line and dropped nets cause hazards for
underwater dwellers.

"The best thing is to use a round sinker, and use it right off the bottom
not to get tangled in the rocks," he said.

As state scientists continue their monitoring, they hope to create a list --
 with pictures -- of all the species that can be found underwater, helping
divers and snorkelers to better appreciate the area's natural wonders.

"It's very easy to break corals, to undo years of growth," Beal
said. "There's a whole community around them. It's a really neat place."

...

- suzanne.wentley at scripps.com

Reef dwellers

Some of the species found at St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve:

 - Cocoa damselfish (www.reefnews.com/reefnews/news/v05n05/cocoad.html)
The damselfish, commonly found in the Caribbean, eats algae growing on
tropical corals and uses the area for breeding.

 - Long-spined black sea urchin
(coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/diadema.html)
This species of sea urchin experienced a major die-off in the Caribbean in
the 1980s, but have a healthy population here.

 - Great star coral
(www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/southflorida/coral/profiles.html#great)
Impressive colonies of this tropical coral are large enough to be very old
and stable.

 - Mutton snapper (indianriver.fl.us/fishing/fish/snapmutt.html)
Because spearfishing is illegal within the preserve boundary, snapper and
other game fish are able to grow and feed among the reef.

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

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From taz9911 at hotmail.com  Mon Jan  5 21:40:43 2004
From: taz9911 at hotmail.com (Wendy Chen)
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2004 02:40:43 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
Message-ID: <Sea2-F51v5PispynCjW0001dc67@hotmail.com>

   Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with
   pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my
   controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The
   glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4
   days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I
   get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months,
   I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same,
   but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else
   has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis
   settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a
   Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help
   would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Wendy Chen
   aka Woon Jaye Chen
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From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 10:38:55 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107103823.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Greetings,
   I  would  appreciate  it  if you would make your students aware of our
   Tropical  Marine  Biology  summer  course  that  will  be  held at Lee
   Stocking  Island, Bahamas during July 19 - August 2, 2004. We can take
   a total of 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served
   basis.  Students  will  receive  4  semester  hours  of college credit
   (undergraduate or graduate) as long as the course is approved by their
   home  institution.  More  information about the course can be found at
   the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/T
   MB_Home_Page.html
   Thanks for your help!
   Cheers,
   Danny Gleason

   PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW
   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/TMB_Home_Page.html
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From tlsnell at buffalo.edu  Wed Jan  7 13:33:04 2004
From: tlsnell at buffalo.edu (tlsnell at buffalo.edu)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 13:33:04 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
Message-ID: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites 
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this 
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic 
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate 
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.  

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking 
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to 
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific 
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate 
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were 
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to 
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of 
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure 
coral-specificity. 

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260

From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 15:17:53 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 15:17:53 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107151731.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology

   Funding is available at Georgia Southern University (GSU) starting May
   1, 2004 to support a Master's student for the summer to participate in
   studies  of  the  benthic  invertebrate  fauna of Gray's Reef National
   Marine  Sanctuary. The successful applicant will be expected to assist
   with  two  projects related to this group of organisms: 1) development
   of  a web-based field guide and 2) assessment of recruitment processes
   to  the  benthos. Abstracts for both of these projects can be obtained
   at the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   The  successful  applicant  will  also  be  expected to enter the M.S.
   program   in   Biology  at  GSU  in  fall  2004  and  will  develop  a
   hypothesis-driven   research   project   based  on  organisms  in  the
   Sanctuary.  Scuba  diving  certification is required and an ability to
   work   in   rough  sea  conditions  is  highly  preferred.  Successful
   applicants  will  receive  funding for the summer ($3,000) and will be
   supported  during  fall  and  spring semesters on either a teaching or
   research assistantship (type of support dependent on availability).

   Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore
   live-bottom   reefs  off  the  coast  of  Georgia  and  is  a  popular
   recreational  fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5
   nautical  miles  off  Sapelo  Island,  Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth
   range,  and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains
   a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house
   invertebrates,  such  as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea
   stars,  crabs,  lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also
   attracts  numerous  species  of  fishes,  including  black  sea  bass,
   snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

   Interested students should submit a resume, undergraduate transcripts,
   a statement of interest and career goals, and two letters of reference
   to  Danny Gleason, Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University,
   P.O.  Box  8042,  Statesboro,  GA  30460-8042.  The  recipient will be
   selected  from the pool of applicants who have submitted all materials
   by February 20, 2004. More information about the Department of Biology
   at  GSU  can  be  found  at [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/ and
   information   on   applying   to  graduate  school  can  be  found  at
   [3]http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/

   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [4]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/
   3. http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/
   4. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From fpl at circop.com  Wed Jan  7 16:21:26 2004
From: fpl at circop.com (Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 22:21:26 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] In'l Coral Reefs Conf of Paris (CIRCoP 2) : looking
	for Talks & Movies
Message-ID: <00a701c3d564$3f08e7e0$0500a8c0@27.32.5.free.fr>

Dear listers, 

After a great first edition end of Jan 2003, the International Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris (CIRCoP) will open their doors once again on March the 19th & 20th 2005.

This general public event has been created to allow scientists to share knowledge and passion about Coral Reefs with Divers, Reef Aquarists, Sea Lovers and General Public. 

This second edition will occur in one of the most famous venue in Paris : the "City of Sciences". This place, with 2 big theatres, 8 sessions rooms, and 2000 m2 of exposition area, should allow us to welcome about 4000 people during a Week-End. Organized around 16 main talks & 16 movies, CIRCoP 2 should also provide 16 aquaria specific talks for hobbists, 16 aquaria talks for professionals, and 16 talks for divers. Tour operators, Aquaria equipment makers, photos and videos should also create a lot of animation, and much more...

We are now starting to work on the program, and we are looking for talks and movies dealing with topic of interest for our visitors.
If you would like to be part of the lecturer team, please suggest one or more potential talk, with 5 lines of description. Please also explain from where you would come from (country and town/airport)
If you have professional quality movie(s) about coral reefs that you would like to show, please tell us. 

Talks and movies should talk about thing like : 
a.. Coral Reefs : Status, Protection, Restoration, Reef Life,...
a.. Aquaria : Techniques, Captive propagation, Animal Care & Description 
a.. Travels and Diving : Where to go, what to see, how to learn about Reefs, how to protect them 

For more information, please refer to : 
- the official web site : www.circop.com
- Lecturers Information :  http://www.circop.com/CIRCoP2005/US/LecturerConditions.html

Many thanks in advance for your replies, 

Best Regards & Wishes for this new Year
Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert
www.reefkeepers.net
www.circop.com

From phmontoya at hotmail.com  Wed Jan  7 21:39:43 2004
From: phmontoya at hotmail.com (Phanor Montoya Maya)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 21:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Looking for information on coral reproduction
Message-ID: <000301c3d590$abe90d50$ca985dc8@phanor>

Dear coral list suscribers,
 
Can anyone help me find information about coral reproduction?
 
I want to answer the following questions:
 
Which Caribbean corals are brooding species and which ones are broadcast
species?
How long does it take for the planula to settle? For brooding and
broadcast species?
 
Thank you in advance for the help you can give me.
 
 
Phanor Montoya Maya
Director Ejecutivo
Fundaci?n Bucea Colombia
www.buceacolombia.org
correo at buceacolombia.org
Telefono: 300 6122392
Fax: 3232668
 

From alcolado at ama.cu  Thu Jan  8 09:55:24 2004
From: alcolado at ama.cu (Pedro Alcolado)
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 2004 09:55:24 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Need Nike Bianchi's e-mail address
Message-ID: <004301c3d5f7$7e18d1a0$b65da8c0@ama.cu>

Dear coralisters,
First of all, have all of you a happy new year plenty of scientific success.
I would appreciate to receive from some of you Nike Bianchi's e-mail address. Thank you very much.
Pedro

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Thu Jan  8 13:17:54 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Meandrinas
Message-ID: <Sea2-F34yEXUIEAOeIi000382fd@hotmail.com>

   Hi  Everybody,  I  am  working  with  the genus Meandrina. I have been
   collecting  morphometric,population-level  and  reproductive  data for
   over  a  year  now.  I  borrowed  the  holotype specimen (the only one
   available)  of  Goreaugyra  memorialis fron the Smithsonian Museum and
   done  some  morphometrics.  Zlatarsky  used  the  descriptin  of  this
   specimen  and  synonymized   it  with  Meandrina memorialis. There are
   morphological  differences  between  what we are calling M. memorialis
   here  in  Puerto  Rico  and  other Caribbean sites and the holotype of
   G.memorialis.However,  no  statistical  inferences  could be made with
   justone  specimen.  I  was wondering if anybody has seen, photographed
   and  or  collected another specimen (s) of Goreaugyra anywhere else is
   the  wider  Caribbean  or  even  outside  this  area  (Brasil??). I am
   including a photo of Goreaugyra memorialis

   Thanks

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From Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:08:09 2004
From: Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov (Lindsey C Williams)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:08:09 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available
Message-ID: <3FFDAA99.6E4652A3@noaa.gov>

Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available

Proceedings from the June 18 - 20, 2003 Coral Reefs, Climate and Coral
Bleaching workshop are now available on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
website (www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm).

At its 8th meeting in October 2002, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
(USCRTF) passed two resolutions highlighting the impacts of climate and
coral bleaching on coral reefs.  The first resolution on ?Coral Reefs
and Climate Change? called for an interagency, public/private
partnership to advance understanding and management of this issue.  A
second resolution identified climate change and coral bleaching as one
of six priority threats to U.S. reefs and encouraged development of
three-year local action strategies by State/Territory and Federal
partners to address the problem.

In response to these resolutions, the Department of Commerce (NOAA),
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Department of the Interior
(DOI) organized a stakeholder workshop to explore collaborative
approaches to better understand and address threats to coral reefs
associated with climate, with special emphasis on coral bleaching.

Participants included over 100 scientists and managers from U.S.
federal, State and Territorial government, NGOs, academia, and
international agencies currently active in understanding and managing
coral reefs in a changing climate. The three-day workshop addressed the
latest science on climate change and coral bleaching, reviewed current
efforts to develop management strategies in the context of coral
bleaching, and discussed ways to better integrate science and management
information to address the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Visit www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm to view the
Proceedings. Please contact Felipe Arzayus with any questions
(Felipe.Arzayus at noaa.gov).

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:16:42 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
Message-ID: <3FFDAC9A.A397CA55@noaa.gov>

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.

Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118

                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
             1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
             CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to announce
the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral reef
conservation.

The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This award
is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
initiatives.

This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on coral
reef management initiatives with an agency member of the USCRTF.  In
this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a location to
be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be flown to
Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at the next
USCRTF meeting.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements:
? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on coral
reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully completed the
sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy or science with
emphasis on coral reefs;
? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, or
Hawaii.

Application Selection Timetable

Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST

Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004

Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
(*pending availability)

Application Material

All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit the
following material:
? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
? Resume.
? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship will
benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in your
island.

Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:

USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
c/o Shane Guan
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov

Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
Fax: 301-713-4389

Contact
For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
above address.

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From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Fri Jan  9 06:21:20 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:21:20 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Climate Conference - abstract reminder
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE4230299C2B5@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear all

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Happy New Year to you all. This is a reminder to those of you who have
not yet sent in abstracts for the conference that the deadline for
submission is the end of January 2004 (see full details below).
Registration details, with forms and example abstract can be found at:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts as soon as possible. Here is
a reminder of the timetable for the conference - note the deadline for
abstracts:

 

Call for abstracts: September 2003

 

Deadline for abstracts: 31st Jan 2004

 

Programme details online: 31st March 2004

 

Early registration deadline: 31st May 2004

 

Freshwater Biological Association Annual Meeting: 19th-20th July 2004

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems conference: 21st-23rd July 2004

 

Due to our aim in providing an integrated conference where all
participants can hear all talks, and the potential high interest in this
conference, there is likely to be some competition for oral presentation
slots. Contributors are therefore encouraged to:

 

1.	target their presentations (and thus abstracts) to be as
accessible as possible to the wide range of participants at the
conference
2.	present a broad picture or synthesis of ideas within a
particular field fitting to the overarching theme of the conference (for
local studies, it would therefore be beneficial for presenters to put
their work firmly in a global context).
3.	keep abstracts within the word limit and to use the format given
4.	to have the abstracts in before the deadline 

 

The organising committee will review all abstracts the week after the
deadline and select presentations for each of the themed sessions of the
conference to complement the plenary speakers. Oral presentations will
be chosen to give as full range of topics as possible over the
conference. All participants submitting abstracts for an oral
presentation that are not accepted for a talk will be offered to present
as a poster instead.

 

For all communication on the conference, please use the following
conference email:

 

climate at plymouth.ac.uk <mailto:climate at plymouth.ac.uk> 

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts & registration forms and
seeing many of you here in Plymouth in July.

 

Yours,

 

Martin

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Fri Jan  9 11:00:05 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:00:05 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B5F@MIAMIMX>

FYI - Sorry for any cross-postings.

-----Original Message-----
From: John F. Valentine [mailto:jvalentine at disl.org] 
To: Precht, Bill
Subject: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]

Dear Friends,

As you develop your travel plans for the coming year, we hope that you
will consider participating in the upcoming Benthic Ecology Meeting
which will be held March 25-28 in Mobile, Alabama.  To help you with
your planning, we are announcing the posting of the 2004 Benthic Ecology
Meeting website which can now be found on the internet at
http://bem.disl.org.  On this site, you will find descriptions of the
registration and abstract submittal processes, t-shirts and, of course,
a lively social gathering.  In addition, you will find links to the
meeting hotel, travel web sites and the meeting organizers.  When you
have a moment take a look.  We encourage you to book your rooms and send
in your registrations as soon as possible, in order that we can better
plan our annual event.  In the mean time, we stand by to answer any
questions you have about the upcoming meeting.

John F. Valentine - jvalentine at disl.org

-- 
john f. valentine
101 bienville blvd.
dauphin island sea lab &
university of south alabama
dauphin island, al. 35628
office #: 251-861-7546
fax #: 251-861-7540
email: jvalentine at disl.org
disl website: www.disl.org

From raronson at disl.org  Fri Jan  9 12:04:08 2004
From: raronson at disl.org (Rich Aronson)
Date: Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:04:08 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
Message-ID: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>

The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
 
For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004

-- 
_____________________________
Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
Senior Marine Scientist
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA

voice: 251-861-7567
fax:   251-861-7540
_____________________________

From Billy.Causey at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 10 12:08:35 2004
From: Billy.Causey at noaa.gov (Billy Causey)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 12:08:35 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement from The Natura Conservancy
Message-ID: <40003192.8EB28FBB@noaa.gov>

The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Last Great Places

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Marine Habitat Leader
SUPERVISOR: Director, Global Priorities Group
LOCATION:  open
DATE POSTED: December 18, 2003

The Marine Habitat Leader is a new, estimated 12-month position
developed to lead The Nature Conservancy in setting outcome-based
conservation goals, including priority conservation strategies and
places, for all of the world?s marine biomes ? called Major Habitat
Types.  Marine goals will be informed by global scientific assessments
of habitat status, threat and conservation progress, and calibrated
against advancements to be made through TNC and partner efforts.  The
objective of this position is to conduct an expansive and inclusive
process that builds both institutional support and partner engagement
for the conservation of the world?s marine ecoregions.  Responsibilities
include: 1) leading a science-driven assessment of each Marine Major
Habitat Type that culminates in an authoritative ?state of the habitat?
report;  2) conducting a conservation gap analysis to identify priority
areas and priority strategies; 3) articulating initial habitat goals for
TNC; 4) facilitating the establishment of longer-range goals for
relevant TNC programs; 5) contributing to a framework to help inform
Conservancy FY06 planning; and 6) making structural or process-related
recommendations relevant to implementation of these goals.

The Marine Habitat Leader will work with four other habitat leaders to
lead TNC in setting comprehensive conservation goals for all Major
Habitat Types.  In addition, the Marine Leader will ensure integration
and collaboration with the Marine Initiative in both the design and
execution of this process.  Within that broader framework, the Marine
Leader will provide overall leadership on behalf of TNC for Marines
Major Habitat Type goal setting.  It is conceivable that TNC might
co-lead each process with individuals from other institutions.
Specific duties require building and managing a small core ad hoc team
of partners, key TNC staff, senior managers, trustees/Board of
Governors, and Global Priority Group (GPG) staff.   The Marine Leader is
expected to work with other habitat leaders to identify crosscutting
issues and ensure consistent methods.  The Leader will work closely with
the GPG on data management and analysis, mapping, and the overall
process.  The Leader ensures the goal-setting process for marine
habitats remains within budget.  The Director of Global Priorities
supervises the Marine Habitat Leader.

DUTIES:

1. Advance habitat goal-setting for marine within a broader
organizational effort that will set coherent goals and define priorities
for all Major Habitat Types organized under five different habitat
groups (grasslands, deserts, freshwater, marine, and forests).
Collaborate with other Habitat Leaders to ensure learning across groups
and to balance efforts and priorities across and between groups.
2. Work with other institutions to conduct global habitat assessments,
insuring the use of existing information to document and analyze the
status, distribution, threats, geographic priorities, dominant
strategies, level of conservation investments and established
international goals, and gaps relevant to Marine Major Habitat Types.
3. Solicit input from the field to produce a preliminary draft outline
of TNC specific goals, outcomes, priorities and approach to gaps for
conservation of Marine Major Habitat Types.
4. Facilitate a habitat conference with field practitioners from TNC,
trustees, key partners, and potential donors to peer-review a draft
?state of the habitat report?, to refine initial recommendations for TNC
goals and priorities, to galvanize goal setting for programs across TNC,
and to build networks of collaboration across practitioners.
5. Finalize a global context and conservation vision for all Marine
Major Habitat Types (in the form of the state of the habitat report),
including TNC?s goals and contributions to the vision with relevant
measures, clear organizational priorities for discretionary resources,
and collective commitments overall organization.
6. Recommend ongoing operational or structural implications of pursuing
conservation goals for Marine Major Habitat Types.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Credible conservation experience within Marine ecoregions and
familiarity with Marine biogeography. At least 10 years experience in
the conservation field and applying ecological concepts to conservation
decision-making or biodiversity management, particularly as it relates
to Marine habitats.
2. Highly skilled at effective communication with diverse people and
institutions. Experience translating information and ideas between
disciplines or stakeholder groups and excellent speaking and writing
skills required.  Past success in marketing concepts and approaches to
various audiences in building positive and lasting relationships with
people and organizations.
3. Track record of delivering results in a complex process.   Proven
understanding of how organizations work and of how to design program
structures and functions to accomplish specific goals. Ability to
operate effectively in a non-confrontational style in diverse
institutional settings.  Comfort with ambiguity and institutional
change.
4. Excellent management skills.  Knows how to set priorities well,
manage an ad hoc with no direct management authority, and manage
finances.  Able to set and fulfill meaningful goals and objectives, to
develop realistic schedules, to anticipate and solve programmatic or
people-related problems, and to objectively measure performance against
goals and institute changes when merited.
5. Works well independently but is also a good team player.  Able to
accomplish individual and programmatic goals while making a significant
contribution to the broader goals of the organization.
6. Strong commitment to conservation.
7. Willingness to travel frequently, often on short notice.

PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE,  AND A LIST OF 3
OR MORE REFERENCES BY JANUARY 30, 2004 TO jobs at tnc.org  (please include
job title in subject line).

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Visit us at www.nature.org/careers

--

----
Billy D. Causey
Superintendent
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
P.O. Box 500368
Marathon, FL  33050

phone: (305) 743-2437 x26
fax: (305) 743-2357

http://floridakeys.noaa.gov

From dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in  Fri Jan  9 22:19:29 2004
From: dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in (DUGONG)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 08:49:29 +0530
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <000001c3d728$b4978b40$516c41db@aaa>

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU CHARLIE VERON.
All members of INDIAN SOCIETY FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES Congratulates Charlie
Veron for winning the Darwin Melal for his excellent contributions to the
coral reef research in the world.

Dr K. VENKATARAMAN
General Secretary
Indian Society for Coral Reef Studies
C/o Marine Biological Station
Zoological Survey of India
130, Santhome High Road
Chennai 600 028 India
----- Original Message -----
From: Rich Aronson <raronson at disl.org>
To: Coral List <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal

> The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
> Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
> International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
> member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
> her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
> Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
> the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
> Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
> ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
> elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
> at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
> Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
> Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
> scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
>
> For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
> see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
>
> --
> _____________________________
> Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
> Senior Marine Scientist
> Dauphin Island Sea Lab
> 101 Bienville Boulevard
> Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA
>
> voice: 251-861-7567
> fax:   251-861-7540
> _____________________________
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 12:00:42 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 11:00:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV249CieJTjLP000235e0@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on
performance)

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
Headquarters)

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring
protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
organization with the following goals:

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the
private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and
economically sustainable solutions.

 Scope and Functions:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
duties may include:

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions.
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
their reefs.

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
the environment is preferred.

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
conserve coral reef ecosystems.

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 09:52:51 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 10:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] G. memorialis
Message-ID: <Sea2-F35gx3lKy8VBDU000048a2@hotmail.com>

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 12:57:19 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 11:57:19 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Addendum to Reef Check Belize position
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV58jSpeU8g5P0001a576@hotmail.com>

Hello to all, a few clarifications concerning the open position at Reef
Check Belize:

  1.. I failed to mention that the successful applicant will be a Belizean,
as we are trying to build up local capacity for our program.

  2.. Additionally, the proposed salary may have been a bit misleading as it
is based on the Belizean local scale.

Sorry for any inconvenience, but I wanted to clarify those points and save
some confusion later.

Thanks,

Robyn Woodman

----- Original Message -----
From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
To: "Coral List" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:00 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available

>
>
>
> Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
> Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
> Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based
on
> performance)
>
>
>
> Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
> Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
> Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
> Background
>
> Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based
monitoring
> protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
> Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
> 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
> time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
> organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
> and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and
the
> private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
> reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound
and
> economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
> Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
> Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
> implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
> duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training
sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
> Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check
Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
> government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
> their reefs.
>
>
>
>
> Qualifications
> 1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
> the environment is preferred.
>
> 2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
> 3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
> 4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
> 5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
> conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
> 6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
> Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
> Applications
> Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
> (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
> Green Reef
>
> Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
> 100 Coconut Drive
>
> San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
> Belize, Central America
>
> Office: ++501.226.2833
>
> Home: ++501.226.3174
>
> E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Sun Jan 11 23:51:31 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:51:31 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
References: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>
Message-ID: <00c101c3d8c7$c0f8acc0$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Where can one find out about coral genetic work and its application, or
potential use, as a marine protected area management tool?

Is there someone I can 'talk' to about this? Or perhaps some literature
somewhere. Unfortunately working in the Philppines imposes some limitations
on how much good literature I can get a hold of!

Thanking you all in adavnce!

Jeff Archer

Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations
Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf
West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales 2222
Philippines

Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223
Direct: +63 47 252 8982
Fax: +63 47 252 9000
Mobile: +63 920 900 9770
Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph
Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph
Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tlsnell at buffalo.edu>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 2:33 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure
coral-specificity.

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260
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From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Mon Jan 12 02:06:08 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:08 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
References: <Sea2-F8wVRL5eHVVHZR0001fa63@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <01ec01c3d8da$8ecf8260$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Try to minimise light, especially red spectrum stuff. Maybe keep it in the dark. Diatoms will still settle and the biofilm will still develop, hopefully in the absence of green algae.

Good luck

Jeff
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Wendy Chen 
  To: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 2:29 PM
  Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates

  Thanks for the insight. I tried to leave my glassware to soak in seawater longer, but I was getting a lot of green seaweed growing on it. It was very difficult trying to take that out without taking the biofilm at all. When I left the seaweed in, the larve died within a half a day even in the control that only had filter seawater. I think that my problem may be that there is no water movement in the glass containers. I need to find a way to create some type of movement, no matter how minimal. I will try that out next week. Thanks again. 

  Wendy Chen 
  aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  >From: "OA - JArcher" 
  >Reply-To: "OA - JArcher" 
  >To: "Wendy Chen" 
  >Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  >Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:39:13 +0800 
  > 
  >I don't have a lot of experience, but I find that if you age the settlement 
  >plates a little more than a few days,  then the consistancy of results 
  >improves - to a certain extent, and with limitations. I feel that the 
  >problem may lie in the initial competition/succession rates of the pioneer 
  >species, with patchy cover of biofilm due to competition and growth rates of 
  >any of the multiple species of bacteria that colonise. I find that if we 
  >leave plates longer, then we get a good cover of bacteria and a usually a 
  >stable cover of diatoms on top of that. This also provides good food for our 
  >own needs in terms of culturing corals, echinoderm and holothurian larve. 
  > 
  >It also depends on the nature of the substrate you are using. New Cement or 
  >firbous plates contains leachates which are found in varying concentrations 
  >around the surface which may have an inhibitory effect on subsequent 
  >colonisation and growth. 
  > 
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  >----- Original Message ----- 
  >From: "Wendy Chen" 
  >To: 
  >Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:40 AM 
  >Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  > 
  > 
  > > 
  > >    Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with 
  > >    pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my 
  > >    controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The 
  > >    glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4 
  > >    days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I 
  > >    get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months, 
  > >    I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same, 
  > >    but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else 
  > >    has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis 
  > >    settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a 
  > >    Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help 
  > >    would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 
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From kadatschu at web.de  Mon Jan 12 13:36:25 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:36:25 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
Message-ID: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral-Listers, 

I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific Scleractians especially in the area of Panama 
in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of coral larvae settlement .
Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region? 
Are there any known brooding species?
What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?

I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!

Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!

Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!

Holger Anlauf

From joshua at nova.edu  Mon Jan 12 15:06:58 2004
From: joshua at nova.edu (Joshua Feingold)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
In-Reply-To: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20040112150156.00b050f0@pop.nova.edu>

There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter 
Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at 
Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.

Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also 
published in Marine Biology.
1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J. 
Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral 
reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos 
Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.

I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and 
methods section therein.

Cheers,

Joshua Feingold

At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>
>I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific 
>Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
>in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of 
>coral larvae settlement .
>Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
>Are there any known brooding species?
>What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
>
>I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
>
>Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
>
>Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
>
>Holger Anlauf
>
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From s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 12 19:06:09 2004
From: s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au (Shelley Anthony)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
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PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 08:18:38 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

 

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

 

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on performance)

 

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

 

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef Headquarters)

 

 

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental organization with the following goals:

 

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and economically sustainable solutions. 
 

 Scope and Functions:

 

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the duties may include:  

 

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions. 
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.  
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage their reefs. 
 

 

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to the environment is preferred.  

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.   

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision. 

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to conserve coral reef ecosystems. 

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required. 

 

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

 

 

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833  

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:39:31 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:39:31 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Southern Stingray observations
Message-ID: <001101c3d9eb$70ca6480$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear Coral Listers,

I was wondering if anyone could help on an occurance we have noted here in the Bahamas. In the last two days we have observed 3 dead juvenile (approx 30cm wing span)  Southern Stingrays on the beach adjacent to us. Although subject to strong winds in this area, the days preceeding the finds were calm. Two dolphins were seen in the area subsequently and I was wondering if this may be the cause of the unusual strandings?? No bite marks were noted though our resident turkey vultures had clearly had a feast!

Has anyone seen anything similar or does anyone have any suggestions as to why this may have occurred?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:47:06 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:47:06 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Discarding glass in the ocean
Message-ID: <002101c3d9ec$7fc23890$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear coral listers, 

I have heard that discarding smashed glass in the ocean may be a viable option to recycling the material in remote areas with no viable alternatives to recycling or adequate lanfill control. Any opinions??? We are located near the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep trench 6000ft + in the Bahamas and would like to consider this method if found to be agreeable. 

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science Co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

001242 368 6288

From lou_sileo at usgs.gov  Tue Jan 13 12:12:42 2004
From: lou_sileo at usgs.gov (Louis Sileo)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 11:12:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral fixative
Message-ID: <OF69F7ADBB.842C41F5-ON86256E1A.005E3ECE@er.usgs.gov>

Shelly -- Shawn Mclaughlin and Kathy Price at the NOAA lab in Oxford MD
have been using a product called 'Z Fixative' with seeming good results.
This  is a brand name.  If you are unable to contact them directly, get
back to me at lou_sileo at usgs.gov and I will put you in touch with them.

Lou Sileo
USGS, National Wildlife Health Center
lou_sileo at usgs.gov
608-270-2461

From ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 13 12:19:11 2004
From: ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca (ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 12:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] short-term employment
Message-ID: <1074014351.4004288fa3270@webmail.mcgill.ca>

Dear All,

I am a recently graduated M.Sc. student from McGill University, Montreal,
Canada. I am currently seeking short-term employment (4-6 months). 

For my Master?s thesis, I studied coral reef fish ecology and my undergraduate
and graduate course-work focused on aquatic conservation. My field experience
is extensive. I worked as a field assistant in a Beech-Maple forest, I
conducted an independent study on fish competition in Barbados, I participated
in a semester long program in Panama and I spent 8 months in Barbados
collecting data for my Master?s thesis (accomplishing over 200 dives). I have
also been involved in scientific education initiatives in Panama and have
taught undergraduate level biology students. I am comfortable with statistics,
a wide range of computer programs and have a working knowledge of ArcView 3.2a.
I am fully bilingual in French and English and am competent in Spanish (spoken/
reading). I would be available as of January and I am willing to travel.

If you know of any opportunities (or have one for me), please contact me and I
can send you my full C.V.

Thank you very much for your time,

Ingrid Morgan

ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca

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From kadatschu at web.de  Tue Jan 13 21:57:31 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 18:57:31 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Mistake in email adress in Question about coral
	spawning!
Message-ID: <007a01c3da4b$2a9f2120$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral list, 

Thanks for the replies to far. 

There was a mistake in my email address that needs to be corrected. 

It is holger.anlauf at stud.uni-rostock.de !!!

Best wishes 

Holger Anlauf

From szmanta at uncw.edu  Tue Jan 13 14:03:11 2004
From: szmanta at uncw.edu (Szmant, Alina)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 14:03:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <4E15FCC7981F7A4CA5AA0DEF4B2141C9054231C9@UNCWMAILVS2.dcs.uncw.edu>

Hi Shelley:

I used a fixative called Helly's [also known as Zenkers when made as below with the ZnCl2] for many years and it works well for corals:

1000 gm Zn Cl2
500 gm K dichromate
20 L distilled water

Above is stable indefinitely.  For use, add 5 ml of formaldehyde (37 to 40 %) to each 100 ml of Helly's

Decalcification is critical to getting good coral tissue preps.  The folowing is better than straight HCl solutions:

0.7 gm/L EDTA
0.008 gm/L KNa tartrate
0.14 gm/L Na tartrate
99.2 ml/L conc. HCl (12N)

Change acid at least twice per day and keep removing crud from decalcifying surfaces (endolithic sponges, etc).  Wash for ca. 12 with running tap water (overnight) to remove acid before dehydrating to embed, etc.

Techniques were learned from PaulYevich, US EPA and found in a short  technical manual that is not generally available and I am not sure if it was published:

Yevich, P and C. Barszcz.  1981.  Preparation of aquatic animals for histopathological examination.  US EPA, Environmental Monitoring and Support Laboratory, Cincinnati Ohio USA

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Dr. Alina M. Szmant 
Coral Reef Research Group 
Professor of Biology 
Center for Marine Science 
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 
5600  Marvin K. Moss Lane 
Wilmington  NC  28409-5928 
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-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Shelley
Anthony
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 7:06 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

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From scip9051 at nus.edu.sg  Wed Jan 14 09:41:38 2004
From: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg (James Rolfe Guest)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 22:41:38 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
Message-ID: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>

Hi Shelley,

You're right when you say there is no standardised method for histological processing of coral tissue. I'm not sure if there is one optimal method that can be applied in any situation. Personally, I think it is better to apply the most appropriate method for the job in hand. 

The most common method is to use 10% seawater formalin, embed in parafin wax and stain with Mayer's Haemotoxilin and Eosin. I have been looking at the gametogenic cycles of certain corals and got better results from using a 5% seawater-formalin-Zenker's fixative (add 50g zinc chloride, 25g potassium dichromate per litre of solution) and stain with Aniline Blue/Azocarmine G as used by Glynn et al (1994), Marine Biology 118 p 191-208. A really useful book with many fixation and staining techniques is Luna (1968) Manual of histological staining methods of the armed forces institute of pathology, 3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. 

If you plan to do histopathology combined with molecular techniques (e.g. fluorescent in situ hybridisation) you might fix with 4% paraformaldehyde. Gluteraldehyde/Osmium gives very good preservation and is generally used for doing EM work, but has been used for examination of coral diseases by light microscopy, see Bythell et al (2002) Histopathological methods for the investigation of microbial communities associated with disease lesions in reef corals LETT APPL MICROBIOL 34 (5): 359-364.

I hope these comments are useful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

James    

Message: 2
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301 at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

James R. Guest
PhD Research Scholar
Marine Biology Laboratory
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
Blk S2, 14 Science Drive 4
Singapore
117543
Tel: (65) 68746867
E-mail: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg
 

From brumba at amnh.org  Wed Jan 14 12:33:10 2004
From: brumba at amnh.org (Dan Brumbaugh)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 12:33:10 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] postdoc opportunity: marine GIS modeling in support of
 MPA research
Message-ID: <p06020400bc2b26e0bb9f@[172.16.14.139]>

   Apologies  for  cross-postings.   Please  feel  free to forward to any
   possible candidates.  Questions and applications should be directed to
   Ned Horning <horning at amnh.org>.  Thanks.

   DRAFT - anticipated vacancy
   
   MARINE GIS MODELER Post-Doc/Consultant
   CENTER FOR BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION, AMNH
   The   American   Museum   of   Natural  History's  (AMNH)  Center  for
   Biodiversity  and  Conservation (CBC) seeks a person with training and
   knowledge of the application of remote sensing, Geographic Information
   Systems,  and  GIS  modeling  for  habitat modeling in tropical marine
   environments.   The  Modeler will be expected to assist in development
   and  implementation  of  habitat models with staff from the Center for
   Biodiversity and Conservation and collaborators at other institutions.
   Qualifications
   Candidates  must  have a Ph.D. degree with a strong grounding in model
   development,  marine  environmental  science, and experience in remote
   sensing  and  GIS.  The ideal candidate would have a strong background
   in  species  distribution  modeling  as  well  as  field experience in
   tropical  coastal  and other marine environments.  The individual must
   work  well  independently and collaboratively, and have strong writing
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From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Wed Jan 14 19:34:00 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 16:34:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
In-Reply-To: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>
Message-ID: <20040115003400.47057.qmail@web14917.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all 

this is becoming interesting...this is the second
time in a year that this subject has appeared on
the list.....

the use of fixatives and decalcification method
is difficult to be generalised....it varies form
coral species.....

I have been using 4% formalin-Seawater and later
10% formalin-Seawater mixture for fixing and
then, store it in ethanol indefinitely after 48
hours in 10% formalin-seawater.

For decalcification, I prepare 1:1 mixture of 20%
citric acid and 50% formic acid, which works very
fine for me.....i get the tissues decalcified
overnight....

I agree with James......there is no optimal
method ...one has to decide which method is best
for the  samples he or she is dealing with

Regards
Shashank 

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From goldberg at fiu.edu  Thu Jan 15 12:42:19 2004
From: goldberg at fiu.edu (goldberg at fiu.edu)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 12:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral  fixation and decal
Message-ID: <20040115174219.WTYD19078.spn25c0@spn25c0>

I may as well throw my two cents in on this topic. While 
it is true that there is nothing standard when it comes to 
fixation and decalcification of corals, there is a 
considerable literature on how to decalcify vertebrate 
tissue. It would be a mistake not to consider all of that 
work, depite the differences in mineralization between 
the two systems. Take a look at  Callis et al.,  Journal of 
histotechnology 21: 49-58, 1998 for a review. If you are 
not planning on anything more than standard histology, 
you can do pretty much anything that has been 
suggested. However, if you plan on looking at cell 
structure or tissue relationships, the literature is pretty 
clear that fixation and decalcification methods do 
matter. Unbuffered formalin or strong mineral acids, for 
example, will distort the cytoplasm and cause the loss 
of proteoglycan typical of calcified material (see 
Goldberg, Tissue and Cell 33: 376-387, 2001). For my 
own general work with coral tissues I use a somewhat 
hypertonic medium compared to seawater: 2.5-3% 
glutaraldehyde + 0.15 M NaCl buffered with 0.1 M 
cacodylate to pH 7.6-7.8. For decalcification of small 
specimens I use 2% ascorbic acid (Dietrich & Fontaine, 
Stain Technology 50: 351-354, 1975) or 5%  lactic 
acid/k-lactate buffered to pH 4 for larger chunks (see 
Eggert & Germain, Histochemistry 59: 215-224, 1979).
I will be happy to provide more specifics once I know 
what you are looking for.
best wishes,
wmg

Walter M. Goldberg
Professor of Biological Sciences &
Marine Invertebrate Search Committee Chair
Florida International University
Department of Biological Sciences
University Park
Miami, FL 33199
e-mail goldberg at fiu.edu
URL   www.fiu.edu/~goldberg

From fatemi at tavana.net  Thu Jan 15 14:45:38 2004
From: fatemi at tavana.net (Fatemi)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 23:15:38 +0330
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea
Message-ID: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran

From intern at coral.org  Thu Jan 15 17:56:15 2004
From: intern at coral.org (Cheryl Chen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:56:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for Educational Materials
Message-ID: <BC2C5A8E.1ADF%intern@coral.org>

Dear Colleagues,

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entries of any educational or outreach materials that you use to promote
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Within ICRIN is our Education & Outreach Materials Library
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From b_bezy at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 16 13:16:33 2004
From: b_bezy at hotmail.com (Bernadette bezy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:16:33 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
Message-ID: <Sea1-F130reBBsQwY6Y0000001d@hotmail.com>

Dear Holger,

In addition to the Glynn et al. (1991, 1994, 1996, 2000) papers in Marine 
Biology,  the following thesis could be useful for your work in Panama:

Smith, D, 1991. The reproduction and recruitment of Porites panamensis 
Verrill at Uva Island, Pacific Panama. Masters Thesis. University of Miami. 
Miami, Florida.

Much of the Smith (1991) information is summarized in Glynn et al. 1994; 
however, since the study pertains specifically to your area (Pacific 
Panama), the detail in the thesis might be of use to you.

Suerte,
Bernadette Bezy
b_bezy at hotmail.com
CIMAR, University of Costa Rica

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>Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
>From: Joshua Feingold <joshua at nova.edu>
>Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
>	Scleractinians.
>To: "Holger Anlauf" <kadatschu at web.de>,
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>There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter
>Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at
>Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.
>
>Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also
>published in Marine Biology.
>1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J.
>Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral
>reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos
>Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.
>
>I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and
>methods section therein.
>
>Cheers,
>
>Joshua Feingold
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>At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
> >Dear Coral-Listers,
> >
> >I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific
> >Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
> >in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of
> >coral larvae settlement .
> >Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
> >Are there any known brooding species?
> >What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
> >
> >I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
> >
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>Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
>From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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>Dear Coral-Listers,
>   I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with
>different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I
>have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per
>recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous
>conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other
>sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin,
>10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's
>fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily
>working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to
>have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the
>intended usage.
>       My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for
>hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of
>histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of
>results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would
>appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my
>email address.  Thanks!
>Cheers,
>Shelley
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>Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
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From a_stone at reefkeeper.org  Thu Jan 15 13:50:51 2004
From: a_stone at reefkeeper.org (Alexander Stone)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:50:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query
Message-ID: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>

Hello, All...

I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.

I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
Tanzanian fishers.

I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.

Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
appreciated.

Many thanks,

Alexander Stone
ReefGuardian International
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From abaker at wcs.org  Fri Jan 16 18:03:58 2004
From: abaker at wcs.org (Andrew Baker)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:03:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: identifying zooxanthellae
In-Reply-To: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>
Message-ID: <000001c3dc85$07bfb070$9ce93b80@Coral>

Dear Mohammad 

Fortunately, you are not alone in being confused about the taxonomy of
Symbiodinium, and I suppose for this reason it's probably a good time to
post some clarification to coral-list in case other researchers out there
find this discussion useful. 

There are eleven named species in the genus Symbiodinium (some of which have
been formally described, others have been less formally described but the
names are still used). All of these "species" have been described from
morphological description of cultured isolates. 

The actual diversity of Symbiodinium in nature is much greater than this,
but all of the data revealing this comes from molecular DNA studies. As a
result, most of the different Symbiodinium that have been documented from
DNA work have no name and no formal description. This is partly because few
people have had the chance to culture all the different types that have been
found in molecular surveys, and partly because there is a real problem
determining which types constitute different species and which ones do not
(sexual reproduction has not yet been directly observed in these organisms,
although there is fairly good genetic evidence indicating that it does
occur). 

In an attempt to come up with a reference system for all these different
types of "zooxanthellae" that have no names, it was recognized that these
different types could be divided into different groups (based on their DNA
sequences). Members of each of these groups are more closely related to each
other than they are to algae in other groups. These groups are the "clades"
that get referred to so often. It's a bit like grouping all if the people
who live in a small town according to which family they belong to. 

(A clade is a monophyletic taxon. What this means is that it is a group of
organisms that includes the most recent common ancestor of all of the
members of the group, as well as all of the descendants of that most recent
common ancestor.)

In Symbiodinium, at least seven different clades have been identified so
far. These clades (groups) have been referred to by different letters of the
alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F and G). Some of these clades contain one or more
described (named) species, but others have no described species in them -
they are just unusual groups of algae that no-one has yet wanted (or been
able) to culture and describe formally as yet. Although there are lots of
undescribed and un-named types of Symbiodinium in culture around the world,
there is generally a lack of enthusiasm to describe them and give them names
because of the species problem I mentioned above, and also because it's a
terrific amount of work to do properly. 

So the term "clade" has been used as a convenient handle to refer to
different types of "zooxanthellae". However, as a reminder, each clade of
algae is really a group of closely-related (but nevertheless different)
types. So when referring to a particular clade it should be recognized that
this isn't really a complete identification. It just narrows down the
possibilities. 

I think the extensive use of the word "clade" in the literature has resulted
in many coral biologists who do not work specifically in this area to assume
that this term can be used interchangeably with the term "species". This is
not correct. The fact remains that we have no idea how many species are out
there; we just know that the group is very diverse. This should not
discourage us, however, because (beginning in the 1990s) plenty of
interesting findings were made by just identifying different algae to the
level of clade. Since about the year 2000 finer levels of resolution have
been developed that have been equally useful and now there are now many
recognizably distinct types of Symbiodinium within all of the different
clades. Unfortunately there is no agreement yet on how to refer to them all.
But perhaps we'll figure this out in the near future. 

One final thing: It should be emphasized that just because two different
types of algae belong to the same clade, they may not necessarily be closely
similar to one another physiologically or otherwise. Different algae in the
same clade have in some cases been shown to be quite distinct. So we should
be careful about making generalized statements regarding the properties of
particular clades. 

I hope this helps. For those who are interested, there is a Special Session
(Session 1-9) at the 10th ICRS meeting in Japan on Symbiodinium diversity
and its implications for corals and coral reefs. 

A recent review (December 2003) also discusses Symbiodinium diversity and
the issues raised above in more detail:

Baker AC. 2003. Flexibility and specificity in coral-algal symbiosis:
Diversity, ecology and biogeography of Symbiodinium. Annu. Rev. Ecol. Syst.
34: 661-689

I can send a pdf copy to anyone who is interested.

Sincerely

Andrew Baker

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[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Fatemi
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:46 PM
To: Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus
Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or
to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this
regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I
could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the
names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge
is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran
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From a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 19 01:29:56 2004
From: a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au (Andrew Chin)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 16:29:56 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Download the State of the Great Barrier Reef report
References: <Pine.SGI.4.44L.01.0307140705560.2260679-100000@umbc7.umbc.edu>
Message-ID: <400B7964.2DF5AAED@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear colleagues,

Apologies for cross postings.

The State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is now available for download in
Adobe PDF format. The Report is essentially GBRMPA's "report card" on the
condition of the Great Barrier Reef, the pressures it faces and the responses
made by managing agencies to deal with these pressures.  While the Report is
best viewed as a "live" web document, complete PDF versions of each chapter of
the report are now available for download from the following URL:

http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/downloads.html

To view the live, web based version (including the previously published 1998
report), please visit:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/

As the State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is under a process of
continuous development and review, new chapters will periodically be published
and existing material updated to include the latest information. If you
require any further information or have any queries, please feel free to
contact me, contact details below.

regards

Andrew
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ANDREW CHIN
Project Manager
Research and Monitoring Coordination
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
PO Box 1379
TOWNSVILLE, QLD 4810
Australia
+61 7 4750 0810 ph.
+61 7 4772 6093 fax.
GMT + 10 hours
a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au
***
Visit the State of the Great Barrier Reef report on-line at:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/
***
---------------------------------------------------

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 19 13:47:46 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106@noaa.gov>

[NOTE:  This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.  
Please respond to through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp  Tue Jan 20 00:47:44 2004
From: kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp (Hajime Kayanne)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>

Dear Participants of 10ICRS,

Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be 
shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY, 2004.

Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site 
http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
then go to Registration (Form A) 
https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in 
the form with your payment of registration fee.

We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of 
on-site cancellations,
LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is 
a trade-off),
as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix 
budgetary framework.
We are sorry we cannot accept any individual situations, and hope your 
understanding and cooperation.

Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January 
until the symposium on site.
But 31 January is the dead-line date for early registration with discount 
registration fee.

We hope to meet you all in Okinawa and to hold the most productive and 
enjoyable symposium,

All the best,
Hajime Kayanne
Secretary General 10ICRS
-- 
---- Hajime KAYANNE ----
Department of Earth & Planetary Science,
University of Tokyo
Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan
http://www-sys.eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~coral/
Tel: 81-3-5841-4573
Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358

From mucoralin at yahoo.co.in  Tue Jan 20 08:53:23 2004
From: mucoralin at yahoo.co.in (=?iso-8859-1?q?Murali=20M.R.?=)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
Message-ID: <20040120135323.32235.qmail@web8302.mail.in.yahoo.com>

Dear all,
 
Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of sea water???.....
 
Regards,
M.R.Murali

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From N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk  Tue Jan 20 07:58:01 2004
From: N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk (Nicholas Polunin)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 12:58:01 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] International Society for Reef Studies: new Web site!
Message-ID: <52E50E4D595DDE4D861117A1FB62E79D010B559C@bond.ncl.ac.uk>

Dear coral-listers

On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/

Please note a number of important features of this site:

(1) ISRS membership application form (student savings on 10ICRS
registration!)

(2) Online contact about ISRS membership queries!!

(3) 10th ICRS Okinawa (2004) Web site (cheaper registration closes 31
January!)

(4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)

(5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
March!)

... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be! 

Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
Marine Science & Technology, Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, England
Society www.uncwil.edu/isrs
10 ICRS www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
Journal www.springerlink.com/
News www.uncwil.edu/isrs/reef_encounter.html

From rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl  Tue Jan 20 08:31:41 2004
From: rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl (Ruben van Hooidonk)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic
 radiation of dinoflagellates
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.2.20040120141851.01c093f8@pop.quicknet.nl>

Dear all,

As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the 
zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of 
dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this 
relation (if there is any).

Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding 
literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic 
radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?

Kind regards,

Ruben van Hooidonk
rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl

From ommm at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jan 20 14:17:09 2004
From: ommm at wanadoo.fr (Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] coral growth
Message-ID: <GCEAKGFIEIMNAHFDDDHDKEOBCBAA.ommm@wanadoo.fr>

Good day all,

I've been looking for the growth rate of caribbean coral species in
different public database without any success. Does someone know they are
available somewhere?

Thanks for your help

Sophie Brugneaux
Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais
7, avenue Condorcet
97200 Fort de France
ommm at wanadoo.fr

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Tue Jan 20 17:47:23 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 17:47:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting,
 Feb 24-25, Washington, D.C.
Message-ID: <400DAFFA.B54E19CC@noaa.gov>

* For Distribution *

Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, February 24 ? 25,
2004, Washington, DC

The next meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (Task Force)
will be held in Washington, DC, on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 24 ? 25, 2004.  The meeting is open to
the public and participation is
encouraged.  Limited space is available for exhibits and displays on
February 24 ? 25, and there will be opportunity for public comment on
February 25.

The Task Force, which consists of senior representatives of twelve U.S.
federal agencies, seven U.S. states/territories, and three Freely
Associated States, meets twice a year to discuss priorities, progress,
and other issues related to
conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems.  The Task Force
meetings also provide a forum for a wide
variety of interested government and non-government stakeholders to
present and discuss issues and contributions
with the Task Force.

The 2-day meeting will be held on February 24 ? 25 at the auditorium of
the U.S. Department of Commerce at 14th
Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  On February 24,
there will be a Workshop on Outreach and Education efforts, and two
science panel discussions.  On February 25, there will be a business
meeting of the full Task Force.

Detailed information such as meeting registration, travel, lodging, and
agenda will be posted at the Task Force website www.coralreef.gov once
it is available.  For additional information please contact Shane Guan
<Shane.Guan at noaa.gov>.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 21 06:48:59 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 06:48:59 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400E672B.6040309@noaa.gov>

[NOTE: This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.

Please respond through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 11:50:06 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 17:50:06 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral captive breeding
Message-ID: <Sea2-F37VwrblZz02H6000146bc@hotmail.com>

   hello,

   I  have  been told of an aquarium tradesman in London who participates
   in coral captive breeding research.

   Do any of you have any information on this?
   Thank you,
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2737??PS=

From bristod at mccfl.edu  Wed Jan 21 12:17:25 2004
From: bristod at mccfl.edu (Bristol, Denise)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 12:17:25 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Basic coral reef ecology textbook
Message-ID: <036AA3246BBF1742A753C4871CE77654D3AFA9@mcc.cc.fl.us>

I am seeking a coral reef ecology/biology text book for a course I am designing at Manatee Community College, Florida. The course will be offered during the summer 2004 and will include a field trip to Honduras.  I would prefer a book that deals primarily with Atlantic reefs.  I have been having a hard time finding a text that is not just a general marine biology text.  Does anyone know of such a book?

Denise Bristol
Department of Natural Sciences
Manatee Community College
8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
941-408-1494
email: bristod at mccfl.edu 

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 12:12:21 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 18:12:21 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] phd studentship search
Message-ID: <Sea2-F14pzTHkzZqgIE0000603d@hotmail.com>

   Hello,

   I  am  looking  for  PhD  studentships  in the following areas and was
   hoping one of you could send me some information!

   Captive breeding of larvae for aquarium fish

   Cell culture regarding marine organisms (ie proteoglycannes, etc)

   Biophotonic functions of marine skeletons

   Thank you!
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2734??PS=

From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 21 19:20:23 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:20:23 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement with CORAL
In-Reply-To: <FFEPLLHPJBOJHJHHGIBFEEDOCCAA.tmeshish@coral.org>
Message-ID: <BC345746.1AF77%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

Job Announcement with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)

PROGRAM MANAGER
The program manager is responsible for developing and
carrying out CORAL?s role in a three-year Sustainable
Tourism project in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System,
coordinated by the International Coral Reef Action Network
(ICRAN), and funded by the United Nations Environment
Program (UNEP) and USAID.  The candidate will work closely
with CORAL?s partners to develop sustainable tourism practices
in coral reef parks and to support the creation of new,
sustainable coral reef parks in the MBRS.  The manager?s
primary responsibilities will be in project management and
curriculum development, training of dive operators and park
staff, technical assistance coordination, and integrating
training and technical assistance into other program elements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Curriculum development, training and technical support:

- Create conservation, outreach and educational materials for
The support of new and existing coral reef parks, marine
protected areas, and sustainable tourism practices in the private
sector.
- Develop training materials for coral reef park managers and
stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to MPA managers,
private sector partners and other stakeholders, in English
and Spanish.
- Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks and regions
where CORAL has provided assistance.
- Help coordinate a communications network for marine park managers
in order to improve the exchange of information, expertise and
resources.

* Project Management and Coordination:
- Program planning.
- Budget development.
- Project evaluation.
- Grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation
Project management.
- Strong Spanish and English written and oral communication
skills.
- Proven training and teaching experience.
- Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time.
- Strong project management skills and proven teamwork ability.
- Familiarity with grant reporting to foundations and government
agencies.
- Experience in working cooperatively with divers, the dive-tourism
industry, park managers and government officials.
- Graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Committment to CORAL?s mission.
- Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience.

Reports to the Program Director.
The position will be based out of CORAL's San Francisco office.
Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY
Please e-mail resume, cover letter and names of three references to
jobs at coral.org.

For more information about the Coral Reef Alliance,
please visit our website http://www.coral.org/.

From jltorres38 at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 07:52:23 2004
From: jltorres38 at hotmail.com (Juan Torres)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:52:23 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] MAA's standards
Message-ID: <BAY1-F137kOhpWL26mt00045e8c@hotmail.com>

Dear all,
I am a Ph.D. student working on the effects of UV radiation on Caribbean 
shallow-water corals. As part of the study I am doing HPLC analysis of the 
different photosynthetic and photoprotective pigments. Eventhough I have a 
very good idea of the different MAA's found in my samples, I do not have any 
standards to corroborate the identity of them. I would like to know if there 
is anyone who has worked before with this type of pigments and have some 
standards that can either facilitate of sell?

Thanks,
Juan L. Torres
Univ. of Puerto Rico
Dept. Marine Sciences
PO Box 3210
Lajas, PR 00667 USA

_________________________________________________________________
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From deevon at bellsouth.net  Thu Jan 22 09:56:36 2004
From: deevon at bellsouth.net (DeeVon Quirolo)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 09:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Re: Self cleaning mooring buoy
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20040122095535.01660b48@mail.bellsouth.net>

>>>Craig Quirolo, founder of the environmental group Reef Relief, based out of
>>>Key West, Florida, has discovered a very simple method of keeping
>>>reef-mooring buoys clean. The 'self-cleaning device' will work on virtually
>>>all round buoys designed with a line that passes through the middle of them.
>>>This simple device will save marine sanctuaries around the world millions of
>>>dollars in cleaning expenses annually and only costs pennies per buoy to
>>>install.
>>>
>>>The discovery of the self-cleaning process was a surprise to Craig who had
>>>no intention of inventing such a device. The self-cleaning device is a
>>>combination of simplicity and practicality. "I would like to thank all of
>>>the individuals and foundations who have supported Reef Relief's reef 
>>>mooring
>>>buoy programs over the past twenty years and share the credit with them.
>>>Without their support I would not have been in a position to make this 
>>>discovery,"
>>>announced Quirolo.
>>>
>>>It all started two years ago in Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas, where Reef
>>>Relief maintains 18 reef-mooring buoys. A landowner asked Craig if he
>>>could re-connect a mooring buoy that had broken near his land that he had
>>>installed to protect a pristine sea grass area from anchor damage. It is
>>>rare when this buoy is not in use. The replacement buoy had such a large
>>>hole passing through the center of it that Craig had to create a new system
>>>to attach the buoy to the down line. To make a long story short the buoy
>>>never attracted any algal growth and always looked clean, as if somebody had
>>>polished it. After two years of being spotless Craig became intrigued as to
>>>who or what was cleaning the buoy.
>>>
>>>Cleaning buoys on location spreads algae over the reef and could compromise
>>>the health of corals. This is currently the practice through out the Florida
>>>Keys National Marine Sanctuary where algae is pressure washed from the buoys
>>>while they are still attached.
>>
>>
>>>Craig developed a concern over buoy cleaning while he maintained (for eleven
>>>years) the 117-reef mooring buoys installed by Reef Relief  near Key West,
>>>which are now part of the FKNMS program.  "On calm days, while cleaning 
>>>buoys,
>>>I would watch the algae float down to the bottom and questioned if this 
>>>practice
>>>was compromising the coral,"  explained Quirolo.
>>>
>>>Reef Relief would like the cleaning system to be used through out the world
>>>and is offering the design free to all of those who want to use it. The
>>>design is extremely inexpensive, quick to install and works so well that the
>>>buoys always look polished.
>>>
>>>Contact Craig at cquirolo at bellsouth.net for more information.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 22 12:06:11 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:06:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] A Gathering of Researchers
In-Reply-To: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
References: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <40100303.3090207@noaa.gov>

   Greetings!
   Re:  previous announcement at:
   [1]http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/00046
   0.html
        The  PDF file of the workshop/think tank entitled "The Effects of
   Combined   Sea   Temperature,  Light,  and  Carbon  Dioxide  on  Coral
   Bleaching,  Settlement,  and  Growth,"  held  at  the Caribbean Marine
   Research Center (CMRC) on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, January 20-24,
   2003, is now available at:
       [2]http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   The  layout of the PDF is designed to be printed double-sided so as to
   accommodate  the  hard  copy  print  format.   For  those  of  you who
   requested  hard  copies, they will not be available until some time in
   February;  I'll send them to you at that time.  Also, I will have some
   available at session 2-12 of the 10th ICRS.
        At the link noted above, you can download the entire document, as
   well  as  click  each author's name and title to view the PDF files of
   their  PowerPoint  presentations.  The chapters corresponding to those
   presentations are in the main document.
        The  Conclusions chapter is listed at the bottom of the page (and
   the end of the document) and is a summary of all the presentations.
       Thank you for your interest and patience.
       Cheers,
       Jim
 ----------------------------------------------------
  James C. Hendee, Ph.D.
  Coral Health and Monitoring Program
  Ocean Chemistry Division
  Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  U.S. Department of Commerce
  4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
  Miami, FL  33149-1026

  Voice:  (305) 361-4396
  Fax:    (305) 361-4392
  Email:  [3]jim.hendee at noaa.gov
  Web:    [4]http://www.coral.noaa.gov

References

   1. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/000460.html
   2. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   3. mailto:jim.hendee at noaa.gov
   4. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/

From ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk  Thu Jan 22 14:44:11 2004
From: ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk (E.S.Morris)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:44:11 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Mangrove / Reef Interaction Projects
Message-ID: <4010280B.3030001@bangor.ac.uk>

Dear Coral Listers,

I am an MSc student at the University of Wales, Bangor studying Marine 
Environmental Protection.

I am currently seeking advice and support for a research project related 
with coral reef / mangrove interactions, to start in June 2004.  I have 
a long-standing interest in both areas, with most experience on 
Indo-Pacific reef baseline surveys, although my particular area of 
interest is in mangrove replanting schemes and their effects on reef 
fish and / or invert populations.

If you are working in the field in this area I would be very grateful 
for any advice or help that you could give me for finding a project in 
this or an associated subject.  I am flexible as to my project title and 
would be very happy to gain any opportunity to work with an existing 
team researching in this area.

If you think that you could help, or would like to discuss the subject 
in more detail, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  My C.V. is 
available for any interested parties.

Thank you,
Liz Morris

University of Wales, Bangor
Menai Bridge,
Anglesey,
U.K.

-- 
E.S.Morris         ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk

From gte405r at mail.gatech.edu  Thu Jan 22 14:54:43 2004
From: gte405r at mail.gatech.edu (Sara Brogdon)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:54:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Okinawa meeting
Message-ID: <1074801283.40102a83401e9@webmail.mail.gatech.edu>

I'm a graduate student looking for another female to share a hotel room at the 
Coral Reef meeting in Okinawa. Please contact me if you're interested.

Thank you,
Sara Brogdon
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0230
gte405r at prism.gatech.edu

"Sometimes I think the surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in 
the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us."
-Calvin, The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

"I try to make everyone's day a little more surreal."  
-Calvin, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, p152-3 
 

 
 
  

 

From CMorrall at sgu.edu  Thu Jan 22 15:30:24 2004
From: CMorrall at sgu.edu (Clare Morrall)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 16:30:24 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for guidance locating Caribbean sponge species
	in Grenada
Message-ID: <OFC8259A6F.E46FAF6B-ON04256E23.00704FAD-04256E23.007087BF@sgu.edu>

Greetings from Grenada!
I  am Yuji Ise, a Ph. D candidate from the University of Tokyo currently on
a short research trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. I need to collect the
following species of sponges: Spheciospongia  vesparia (the common
Loggerhead sponge), Cliona (Anthosigmella) varians (Variable sponge), and
Cervicornia cuspidifera. I have conducted a number of dives at depths
ranging from 8m to 30m off the west coast of the island (offshore of the
Grand Anse beach). I have not yet encountered any of the species I need.
Has anyone got any idea what type of the habitat, depth and substrate type
I am likely to find these species at? Potential dive/snorkel areas range
from high current rocky substrate sites off the south coast of the island,
to sheltered sandy lagoons.
I would be hugely grateful if anyone has any advice on the likely
whereabouts of these species. I will be in Grenada until January 29th.
Please contact me c/o Dr Clare Morrall at St. George?s University, Grenada
email: cmorrall at sgu.edu, telephone: 473 444 4175 ext. 2360, fax: 473 439
1835

From ta at coastalzone.com  Fri Jan 23 09:07:32 2004
From: ta at coastalzone.com (Thorne Abbott)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:07:32 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Info on Small Island States Committee at the World
	Parks Congress
Message-ID: <3F615C4A0004D677@mta8.wss.scd.yahoo.com>

Dear fellow Coral listers;

I would appreciate any contact information on the Small Island States Committee
that was initiated at the World Parks Congress in Durban, South Africa last
September.  Thank you!
website - http://coastalzone.com
research - http://www.coastalzone.com/research.htm
resume -http://www.coastalzone.com/EnvironmentalPro.htm

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Thu Jan 22 19:57:07 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:57:07 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From browndil at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 23 13:32:43 2004
From: browndil at hotmail.com (paul brown)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 13:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>

Hi all,
I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or are 
these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which is the most 
current?
Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
appreciated.

Paul Brown
PhD candidate
University of Calgary
Department of Biological Sciences
2500 University Drive
Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
T2N 1N4
(403) 210-5484

_________________________________________________________________
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From gofish at jhu.edu  Fri Jan 23 15:25:11 2004
From: gofish at jhu.edu (Gary Ostrander)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:25:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>

When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
there were a few sites around the island where the local population
routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
artificial reefs.

Gary K. Ostrander
Johns Hopkins University

>>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:47:22 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:47:22 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Peer Reviewers Needed
Message-ID: <015601c3e1e9$b81aa790$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) is looking for a few good peer reviewers to read and comment on upcoming proposals. Your expert knowledge will help us to select the best projects to sponsor. Reviewers will receive the proposals on March 1, 2004 and would have until March 25, 2004 to complete the review (roughly 1 month).  

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  If you would like to find out more about our program and past projects, please refer to our website (www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri).  

 

We recognize that to do justice to the proposals submitted requires a large amount of time on your part.  If you are able to review 4-5 proposals, I would like to offer you a very small remuneration for your time (US$100) or a book of your choice (not to exceed $100).  It by no means covers the cost of your extremely valuable and overbooked schedule, but it does represent how much we appreciate you sharing some of it with us.

 

If you just cannot review 4-5 proposals, but would like to help us, it would be wonderful if you could even review 1-2.  

 

If you are interested, please contact Risa Minato at risaminato at hawaii.rr.com by February 12th, 2004.  Also indicate in your email which priorities (listed below) you feel best meets your area of expertise.  

 

 

HCRI-RP Research Priorities for FY2004-2005

 

1.  Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

2.  Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

As already discussed, Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, disease, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

2a.  Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects that seek to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and make recommendations for management action.  The Management Committee is also interested in research to assess methods to control or eradicate algal blooms and research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause such blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2b. Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2c. Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2d. Disease:  To date coral disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems,  However, there is a need to assess and monitor the emerging threats of disease to corals and other coral reef organisms in Hawaii.  What diseases currently infect the state's reef ecosystem?  What can resource managers do to avoid or minimize impacts?

 

2e. Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs.  Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical strategies to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).  

 

2f. Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.

 

 

3. Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

4. "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

5. Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

From rlee at roblee.com  Fri Jan 23 17:01:22 2004
From: rlee at roblee.com (Robert E. Lee)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 14:01:22 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Time Lapse Photography
Message-ID: <200401232201.i0NM1ReR001122@custmail0.corp.aus.wayport.net>

I am undertaking a design of a time-lapse photography instrument to study
the inhabitation activities of an artificial reef structure. I would
appreciate any leads on camera equipment, digital image storage, retrieval
via wireless or satellite links, in a shallow (<20 meters) coral reef
environment, with a collection of images at a rate of 4-20 a day over a 3-6
month timeframe between diver visits.

 

Rob Lee

rlee at roblee.com

www.roblee.com

909.748.0825

 

From overholk at science.oregonstate.edu  Fri Jan 23 18:51:03 2004
From: overholk at science.oregonstate.edu (Karen McLeod)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:51:03 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Conch as artificial reef
In-Reply-To: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>
Message-ID: <NHBBJGMAILPFHGGGIAHHCEAPCFAA.overholk@science.oregonstate.edu>

Hi Kirstie -
In my experience based on research conducted in the Bahamas (near Lee
Stocking Island), conch shells made great substrates for the settlement of
small fishes such as damselfish and wrasses.  However, no corals (not even
fire coral!) recruited to these shells over a 3 year period.  I would
suggest using them in combination with other substrates to increase the
diversity of potential recruits (of both fish and inverts), rather than
using only conch shells.  What kind of pilot study are you planning to do?

Good luck!

Karen McLeod
COMPASS, Oregon State University

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Greenforce
Bahamas
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2004 4:57 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for
a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any
advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been
successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation
regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of
reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From keealf at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 09:45:27 2004
From: keealf at hotmail.com (Kee Alfian)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:45:27 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Recruitment studies in Redang Island, MALAYSIA.
References: <20040120170012.CC19F17824@coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <BAY2-DAV46RnGEbMi3600009fb5@hotmail.com>

Hello everybody, my name is Kee Alfian and i am from Malaysia. i am
currently doing research regarding coral recruitment, especially in
Malaysia. I am having some problem with the identification of the juvenile
coral and would like to ask for assistance and advice from anybody. Do
anybody knows what chemical favors the recruitment of juvenile corals? Thank
you very much.

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Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2004 1:00 AM
Subject: Coral-List Digest, Vol 7, Issue 15

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>    4. Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic radiation
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> Message: 1
> Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
> From: "Jim Hendee" <Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
> To: coral-list <coral-list at aoml.noaa.gov>
> Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106 at noaa.gov>
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> not to me.  Thanks...]
>
> Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
> From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
> Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
> To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>
> POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
> Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
> Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
> Coastal Processes
> Position No. 248
>
> The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape
> Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine
> research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of
> the nation's marine resources.
>
> AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a
> collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative
> Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of
> land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical
> rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.
>
>
> AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the
> discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related
> to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at
> AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will
> take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more
> sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in
> nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water
> quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms
> or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status
> (pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).
>
> The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine
> biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in
> molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme
> expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly
> regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and
> interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an
> excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The
> position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in
> experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.
>
> The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed
> term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
> Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3)
> (effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.
>
> How to find out more:- A full application kit which details
> responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be
> accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a
> copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone
> (07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.
>
> Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February
2004.
>
> Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412
> k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323
> m.furnas at aims.gov.au
> or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
> (KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by
> email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady
> Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between
> 24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a
> conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)
>
> Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239,
> however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous
> applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper
> mail.
>
> IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria,
> giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names
> of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position
> number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science,
> PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au
>
> AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
> <//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>
>
> Dr. Katharina Fabricius
> Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)
>
> Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
> Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
> Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
> Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 2
> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
> From: Hajime Kayanne <kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
> To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>
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> Dear Participants of 10ICRS,
>
> Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
> Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be
> shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY,
2004.
>
> Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site
> http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
> then go to Registration (Form A)
> https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in
> the form with your payment of registration fee.
>
> We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
> However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of
> on-site cancellations,
> LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is
> a trade-off),
> as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix
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> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
> From: Ruben van Hooidonk <rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early
> mesozoic radiation of dinoflagellates
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> As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the
> zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of
> dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this
> relation (if there is any).
>
> Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding
> literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic
> radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?
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> Kind regards,
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Sat Jan 24 10:15:55 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 10:15:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
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Paul,
Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following publication 
with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican 
Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia: 
Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.

However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two 
living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species 
probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second 
morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of 
Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page 
110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the 
intersepta morph.

If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this 
genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
Judy

On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:

> Hi all,
> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or 
> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which 
> is the most current?
> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
> appreciated.
>
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From coralinau at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 16:34:51 2004
From: coralinau at aol.com (coralinau)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 22:34:51 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query + Long Liners in Mozambique
References: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>
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Hello Alexander,

I was in Mozambique in September after the World Parks Congress and heard
from local people that dynamite fishing is taking place, from what I heard
especially north of Beira up to the border to Tanzania. I would believe that
WWF Mozambique has some information on that since in their "coral section"
they also deal with turtles and manatees.

There is another thing, and maybe you have an idea how to continue from
here:
I talked to South African people who invested in a campsite in front a
beautiful and still intact coral reef south of Inhambane which is visited by
snorkelers and divers. They told me that they have immense problems with
Chinese tankers which use the method of long-line fishing. They seem to fish
out immense amounts of mantas, reys, dolphins, and more. And obviously they
don't stick to any regulations concerning how close to come to the coast.
When I slept there, as soon as it got dark, you could see the ships lying
near the coast. They always come in at night, and in the morning they are
gone, but often leave their lines for 3 days. The local people try with
their own initiative to cut through the lines, but I guess most of the time
the species are already dead.
>From what I heard it looks like the Mozambique government received
infrastructure equipment from the Chinese government and vis-versa they gave
out concessions. I am not firm on international marine law, but if that is
the case, I would guess this is illegal action and that there must be some
possibility to stop that. I know there is a sea control point at Bazaruto
Archipelago, but they have to cover an area that is simply impossible. This
place south of Inhambane itself is around 300km south of Bazaruto. When you
inform the sea police the Chinese ships are gone for long.

Sincerely,

Gaby Hoebart

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Tropical Ecology Support Programm
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alexander Stone" <a_stone at reefkeeper.org>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>; <marbio at mote.org>;
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Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 7:50 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query

> Hello, All...
>
> I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
> Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.
>
> I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
> fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
> Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
> Tanzanian fishers.
>
> I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
> control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.
>
> Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
> contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
> locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Alexander Stone
> ReefGuardian International
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:43:33 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:43:33 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] RFP release for HCRI-RP (FY 2004-2005)
Message-ID: <014101c3e1e9$30211590$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

On behalf of the Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program I am pleased to release the Request for Proposals for this upcoming year (FY 2004-2005) (see below).  It will also be posted next week Wednesday (January 28, 2004) on our website (http://www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri/index.htm) , under "Announcements" on the front page.  

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative 

Research Program

(Fiscal Year 2004-2005)

 

 

Request for Proposals

 

 

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) supports scientific research and monitoring to enhance the state's capacity to manage coral reef ecosystems.  The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources/Division of Aquatic Resources (DLNR/DAR) and the University of Hawaii (UH) jointly manage HCRI-RP.   A Management Committee ??consisting of three representatives from DAR, one from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, two from UH, one from the Pacific Science Association/Bishop Museum ??serves as the governing body. 

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  HCRI-RP has also supported teacher training, student internships and fellowships, public education and outreach, and a myriad of hands-on workshops for resource managers.  

 

At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  Each year, Congress appropriates monies for HCRI-RP through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Ocean Program.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee conducts a competitive selection process through an RFP.

 

The Management Committee identified the following priorities for Year 7

?        Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

?        Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands:  Invasive Marine Species; Fishing Pressure; Pollution; Disease; Coastal Development; Nearshore Recreation

?        Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

?        "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

?        Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

RFP Schedule:

?         Optional Letter of Interest due February 6, 2004. 

?         Proposals due February 26th, 2004.   

?         The Management Committee will select projects to fund April-May 2004.  

?         Funded projects will begin when monies are made available, possibly August/September 2004.

 

A.  Research Priorities

 

The following subsections outline the research and monitoring priorities established by HCRI-RP Management Committee for this solicitation.  Each priority listed contributes to the fundamental mission of the program:  support monitoring and research to build capacity in managing Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Should no fundable proposal be submitted for a particular priority, HCRI-RP may commission research and monitoring activities consistent with the program priorities.

 
 

Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects seeking to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and to make recommendations for management action.  The committee is particularly interested in projects, such as risk ranking, which complement priorities identified in Hawaii's Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan (www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dar/pubs/ais_mgmt_plan_draft.pdf).  The Management Committee is interested in research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause invasive algal blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts and to be able to better to determine the severity of impact for various fishing methods.  

 

Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  The committee is particularly interested in reef-oriented projects that complement Hawaii's Local Action Strategy to Address Land-based Pollution Threats to Coral Reefs (www.state.hi.us/doh/eh/cwb/prc/pdf-files/LAS.CR-LBP.Sec1-3.110603.pdf).  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Disease:  To date, disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  The Management Committee is interested in projects that investigate basic, management-oriented questions.  What diseases infect (or, are present in) these ecosystems?  What are the potential pathogens and pathways for disease?  Is there a correlation between reef organisms?  Do diseases originate on land?  What are chemical clues?  What are the pathogens of concern?

 

Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Extensive coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs. Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical recommendations to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).        

 

Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.  Successful proposals would determine measures of capacity (e.g., ecological, amenity, multiuse) for key areas of interest.  What is a useable model, approach, or system that could indicate to managers when there is too much impact for an area?  Is there a practical method to determine the levels of use and the impacts from that use?  What recommendations can be given to resource managers?  

 

 

Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

"Gaming" the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

B.  Deliverables for Funded Research

 

  a.. Quarterly PowerPoint presentations highlighting project's activities
  b.. One (1) progress report using the standard NOAA form  (due Feb. 2005) 
  c.. Final report using the standard NOAA form (due January 2006)
  d.. Project final technical report:  executive summary (e.g., background, resource management questions answered, methodology, conclusions, recommendations to resource management); field guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in field); laboratory guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in laboratory & database variable summary); results (due January 2006)
  e.. Data and metadata will be archived with the Pacific National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC).  Projects will also submit to HCRI-RP an electronic copy of all data submitted to the National Oceanic Data Center and tables and maps summarizing data collected.  (Due January 2006)
  f.. Public education/outreach, workshop, and media activities or materials
  g.. Voucher specimens at Bishop Museum (if applicable)
  h.. Organize and conduct a workshop or seminar in order to deliver information on the results and methodologies developed, and provide technical training for managers, resource trustees, scientists, and/or the general public.
 

 

C.  Proposal Components

(Required - no additional appendices will be accepted.)

 

1.      On every page (in header or footer):  page number; PI name; project title 

2.      Title Page (attached)

3.      HCRI-RP Administrative Form, including all additional documents (attached)

4.      Table of Contents with page numbers

5.      Permits from appropriate agencies to conduct research should it be selected and funded (e.g., Scientific Collecting). 

6.      Approval from institution's Dive Safety Officer (if applicable) (See subsequent section for more specific information.)

7.      Project Description (No longer than 15 pages)

?        Statement of problem and relevance to priority.

?        Goals and objectives

?        Site/habitat/species selection (where applicable)

?        Approach and methodology. 

?        Highlight resource manager capacity building and partnering activities.

?        Describe media, education, and outreach activities (in addition to activities conducted for resource managers).

?        Data management and dissemination of results 

?        Anticipated outcomes and relevance to coral reef resource management in Hawaii

8.      Project Administration 

?        Proposed workplan (8/04 - 12/05) (include components listed under "products and deliverables")

?        Project coordination and management structure

?        A statement detailing current and pending support

?        Specifically list how proposed activities would "impact" the reef ecosystem (e.g., installing 4 permanent pins, transplanting 300 urchins).

?        Facilities, equipment, and other resources

9.      Itemized Budget and Justification, to include 

?        Salaries and Wages (months)

?        Fringe Benefits (UH rate) (approximate rates for UH proposals:  GA = 10%, student assistants = 3%, Research Associates = 30%)

?        Travel

?        Equipment 

?        Supplies and Materials

?        Contracted Services

?        Total Direct Charges

?        Indirect Cost (UH proposals = 20.6%)

?        Proposal Total

10.  Curriculum Vitae for Proposed Team (max. 2 pages per individual)

11.  Consultation with DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) regarding site selection, research question(s), and methodology.

 

 

D.        Requirements for Proposals that Entail Compressed Gas Diving

 

If compressed gas diving (SCUBA, Rebreathers, Surface-supplied, etcetera) is to be conducted to meet project goals, proposals must include evidence that such activities have been approved by - and will be conducted under the oversight of -- a scientific diving program as defined by U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B: Guidelines for Scientific Diving).  The University of Hawaii Diving Safety Program will review such documentation, as outlined below:   

  1.. For University of Hawaii/RCUH researchers:  Inclusion of the form, "Application for Scientific Diving Research Proposal Approval," approved and signed by the University of Hawaii Diving Safety Officer (form downloadable from: www.hawaii.edu/ehso/diving).  
  2.. For researchers from NOAA, AAUS Organizational Member institutions, or other agencies/institutions with which University of Hawaii holds reciprocal diving agreements:  Inclusion of a letter from the institution/agency Diving Safety Officer, stating:  (1) the proposal has been reviewed; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 
  3.. For researchers from other institutions: Inclusion of all of the following:
a.       A letter from the appropriate institutional supervisor (department head, section chief, etcetera), stating: (1) the proposal has been reviewed by the agency/institution's diving control board; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 

b.                     A review copy of the institution/agency Diving Safety Manual, which shows the institution administers compressed gas diving activities under a scientific diving program, as defined by U.S. OSHA.  For comparison, the "Standards for Certification of Scientific Divers and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs" of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences will be used as the minimal acceptable standard.  A copy of the AAUS Standards is available from: www.aaus.org. 

E.   Key Dates in Proposal Process

 

February 6, 2004:     Optional Letters of Intent DUE, preferably electronically (hcri_rp at hawaii.edu).  Please ensure that you have no viruses!  The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.    

 

February 26, 2004:   Proposals DUE, in electronic form and 12 hard copies by 4:00 p.m. HST.  

 

Twelve (12) hard copies should be submitted to:

 

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program

Social Science Research Institute
University of Hawaii at Manoa

2424 Maile Way, Saunders #704

Honolulu, HI  96822

ATTN:  Risa Minato

 

An electronic version should be either burned onto a CD and mailed to the above address or emailed to hcri_rp at hawaii.edu (note underscore between "hcri" and "rp.")

 

The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.  Electronic files should be in MSWord97 (PC version) compatible format.  Please take every precaution to ensure your files are virus-free.  

 

March 2004:              Peer review of proposals. 

 

April-May 2004:       Project selection and notification.  Those who submitted proposals will be notified of the results.  Program staff will negotiate agreements with principal investigators of successful proposals.  

 

September 2004:      Funding will be made available August-September 2004 (pending availability of funds).  

 

 

All projects must be completed by December 31st, 2005.  

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the HCRI-RP office at (808) 956-7479.

F.   Evaluation Components

1.      How well does the proposed project fall within the announced principles & priorities? (45 pts)?

 

2.      How well qualified is/are the investigator(s) to conduct the proposed project (10 pts)?

 

3.      How well conceived and organized is the proposed project and is there sufficient budget and time devoted to the proposed workplan (15 pts)? 

 

4.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated, made available to, and be useful for coral reef ecosystem managers (15 pts)?  

 

5.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated and made available to the scientific community and the public (5 pts)?

 

6.      Is there cost sharing or collaboration with appropriate agencies?  How involved are the agencies? (10 pts)

 

 

*  The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Awards will be made pending availability of funds.

 

 

 

 

Title Page

 

      Title of proposed project:

       

       
     
      Contact person, title and address
     Phone:

       

       
     Agency partners:
     
      Email:

       

       
     
      HCRI-RP Priority 
     Total Project Budget
     Total Requested

       
     Total Matching

       

       
     
      ABSTRACT

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       
     
         

 

 

Administrative Form 

 

      
     Principle Investigator:     ____________________________         Phone:  ______________
             

            University department/division to be credited for this proposal:  _________________________________________________________________

             

            Proposal Title: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

             

                  
           
        
     
     Please circle the ONE area which best describes this proposal:

             

            (01)  Business                              (04) Marine Sciences                                      (07) OTHER

            (02)  Earth Sciences                     (05) Physical Sciences

            (03) Education                            (06) Social / Behavioral Sciences

             

            Does this proposal entail research which has an international focus or will involve international collaboration?         [  ] yes     [  ] no

             

             

            EQUIPMENT SCREENING CERTIFICATION (Needed from UH proposals only):

            For equipment with an estimated cost over $5,000 and less than $10,000 listed in the proposed budget, an inventory of the 

            department shall be screened for available use.  For equipment with an estimated cost of $10,000 or more listed in the proposed 

            budget, university-wide screening is required for available usage.  The following responses were elicited:

             

                         Item of Equipment                                         Department Contacted                                             Response Regarding Availability

             

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
           
        
     
     Does this proposal require and/or involve:

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                [     ]        1.     The use of human subjects?  Date of CHS application ____________ or CHS # ______________

            [     ]                 [     ]        2.   Equipment purchases with an estimated unit cost of $5,000 or more?  

                    [     ]                [     ]        3.     The use of compressed-gas (SCUBA) diving?  If yes, submit documents as requested in the HCRI-RP RFP.

                    [     ]                [     ]        4.     The use of recombinant DNA?  If yes, submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         5.     The importation of microorganisms?  If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         6.     The use of radioactive material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         7.     The use of hazardous material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         8.  The use of subrecipients , including consultant and consortium agreements?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         9.  The use of proprietary/confidential information?  If yes, provide details on a separate sheet.  Clearly identify any such information found in this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         10.  The use of lobbying efforts?  If yes, attach a separate sheet describing lobbying activities and funding source of lobbying activities.

                    

             

             

             
           
        

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program 

Administrative Form  (continued)

 

       
     INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLICATIONS:

                    

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                 [     ]         11.  Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in the development of intellectual property?  If yes, continue with item 12.  If no, skip to item 13.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         12.  Will the intellectual property developed be commercially valuable?  If yes, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.   If no, skip to item 13. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         13.   If you answered no to items 14 or 15, are you willing to RELINQUISH YOUR RIGHTS to any intellectual property developed and have the University of Hawaii accept an award with UNFAVORABLE intellectual property provisions, including but not limited to, relinquishment of ownership, royalties, etc.?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         14.   Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in publication?  If yes, please continue with item 15.  If no, continue with item 15 and be advised that the University of Hawaii may accept an award with UNFAVORABLE publication provisions. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         15.   Will you accept a provision that requires a) submission of publication to sponsor for prior review, b)  delay of publication for sponsor's revision and/or protection of confidential information, and/or c)  sponsor's written approval prior to submission of publication?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to publication provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

             

            RISK MANAGEMENT:          

            If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, submit copy of insurance policies or other documentation that mitigates the risk to the University.  Submissions should include the minimum/ maximum insurance coverage, the name(s) of the insured, and any limitations to the policy.  

             

                    [     ]                 [     ]         16.  Hazardous working conditions, i.e.,  use of firearms, uncertain terrain, explosives, fire and other safety hazards?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         17.  The use of watercraft (research vessels)?

             

             

            COMMITMENT:

                    [     ]                 [     ]         22.  Does your proposal include commitments from UH department(s) other than that of the Social Science Research Institute?  Provide appropriate details and approvals on a separate sheet.  

                    [     ]                 [     ]         23.  Does your proposal include commitments from non-University of Hawaii sources?  Attach letters of commitment.

             

             

                    
           
        
     
     I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the above information is accurate and complete and that this project will be conducted in accordance with Federal, State, and University requirements and policies.

             

            P.I. Signature ___________________________________________ Date____________________

                                                  NO "PER" SIGNATURE ALLOWED

             

             

             

             

             
           
        
     
     DEPARTMENT FISCAL OFFICER:

             

            Reviewed by: ____________________________________________Date ___________________

                                                         Signature - Fiscal Officer

             

            Phone:____________________________________
           
        
 

 

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 24 17:45:41 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 17:45:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Final Call for Abstracts re: Restoring Coral Reefs
	(deadline Feb 2)
Message-ID: <4012F595.73C8F6B3@noaa.gov>

[For distribution]

** Final Call for Abstracts - Restoring Coral Reefs **
2nd National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.

Presentation abstract deadline:  Feb 2, 2004
Poster abstract deadline:  Mar 1, 2004

Presentation and poster abstracts are solicited for the 2nd National
Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration to be held
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.  The Conference will
include one or more sessions on "RESTORING CORAL REEFS", and I encourage
you to consider submitting abstracts on best practices, lessons learned,
latest technologies, new approaches etc.  Presentations welcome on
ecological, legal, social, economic or other aspects.

The Call for Presentations and Posters is attached.  Full information
and contacts available at
http://WWW.ESTUARIES.ORG/2ndnationalconference.php

I appreciate your assistance in disseminating this information and hope
you will consider participating.  Best regards -

Roger Griffis
Coral Reef Conservation Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
U.S. Department of Commerce

From Northwaterstreet at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 18:24:00 2004
From: Northwaterstreet at aol.com (Northwaterstreet at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 18:24:00 EST
Subject: [Coral-List] henry's little cayman juggling school! :)
Message-ID: <16a.28fd77ff.2d445890@aol.com>

hello henry!

my name is tricia thorn and i was one of your students on little cayman with 
the school for field studies (81). i have been in touch with peter atkins who 
was also there with me and we have had fun exchanging great stories from our 
time at henry and fred's diving and juggling school! 

I just wanted to say hi and let you know although you might not remember two 
of your many, many students over the years, we have very fond memories of our 
time there with you. for me it was island culinary school! :)

I have been racking my brain trying ot remember a toast that you made our 
last night there. I believe it begins "When I was a fish and you were a toad...." 
I would love to share it with peter, whose memory is not as good as mine. :)

:)

Tricia 

From reefball at reefball.com  Sat Jan 24 23:31:29 2004
From: reefball at reefball.com (Todd Barber)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 23:31:29 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
References: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>
Message-ID: <001201c3e2fc$1cd06040$6501a8c0@ToddAvLaptop>

We have used conch shells successfully inside of Reef Balls for increased
complexity....however, conch shells in piles can be problematic in areas
where hurricanes are present as they can become "missles" destroying natural
reefs as they move around.  Therefore, we recommend only using them inside
of Reef Balls or other containment systems so they are stable.

-Todd Barber
Reef Ball Foundation
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary Ostrander" <gofish at jhu.edu>
To: <greenforce at batelnet.bs>; <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

> When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
> the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
> reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
> there were a few sites around the island where the local population
> routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
> 15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
> artificial reefs.
>
> Gary K. Ostrander
> Johns Hopkins University
>
> >>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
> Hi,
>
> Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
> reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
> before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
> they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
> recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
> depending on goals of reef use?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
> team.
>
>
>
> Greenforce Bahamas
> Blanket Sound
> Andros Island
> Bahamas
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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From teune at fzi.de  Sun Jan 25 15:15:30 2004
From: teune at fzi.de (Herma Teune)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:15:30 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Gert Jan Gast
Message-ID: <000001c3e37f$fc736ac0$3bc5b43e@privat>

Hi,

I'm searching for the email-address of Gert Jan Gast.
Would be nice if someone could email me his actual address.

With best regards,
Herma Teune

From McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com  Sun Jan 25 17:43:38 2004
From: McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com (McCarty and Peters)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:43:38 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <200401251743_MC3-1-6977-A792@compuserve.com>

Dear Paul,

You have probably already heard the answer, but I did not see it on
Coral-List.   I was just checking the Integrated Taxonomic Information
System (ITIS) on the Internet and both Stephanocoenia intersepta and S.
michelini are still valid.  I thought they were synonyms and that
intersepta was preferred.

The most recent use of intersepta, according to ITIS, is reported in:

        Cairns, S.D.  1999.  Species richness of recent Scleractinia. Atoll
Research Bulletin, no. 59: 1-46.

The second edition of Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach's book changed from S.
michelinii to S. intersepts (unfortunately, a typographical error that was
not caught).  The book notes that it was "formerly classified as species
michelinii." 

I recall Nancy Budd published a paper establishing S. intersepta, but I
don't recall the specifics.  I'm hoping that she or Steve Cairns will
respond to your message and set us straight on the Coral-List!

Esther Peters

From zennnnwoman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 25 23:20:54 2004
From: zennnnwoman at hotmail.com (megan berkle)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 04:20:54 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] information on dynamite fishing
Message-ID: <BAY8-F123Cesa31Z9cP00001583@hotmail.com>

   Dear coral-listers:

   I  was  recently  on  the  islands  off of Southern Thailand.  I heard
   stories  about  continuous dynamite fishing and garbage dumping on the
   beautiful  reefs  surrounding these islands.  Does anyone know where I
   can  find  information  on  the  Thai laws regarding dynamite fishing?
   Thanks,

   Megan Berkle

     _________________________________________________________________

   [1]Rethink  your  business  approach for the new year with the helpful
   tips here.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2752??PS=

From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 04:18:39 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 09:18:39 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Last call for abstracts - climate change conference
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE423D0360B@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear All

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 

21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Thanks to all of you who have currently submitted abstracts. As I know
some of us tend to leave things to the last minute I thought I would
send out this last reminder to jog memories - closing date for
submission of abstracts is 31st January. Details on how to submit, plus
registration are on:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

Please email your abstract to the conference email address
(climate at plymouth.ac.uk) by the closing date.

 

Cheers

Martin

 

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 11:40:02 2004
From: b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk (B.L.Cohen)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:40:02 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] not corals, but brachiopods
Message-ID: <l03102823bc3af18ec147@[130.209.132.24]>

Dear Coral-list members,

Enquiring about possible brachiopod collections in the Red Sea, it was
suggested that I post to this group, so here goes.

As a leading brachiopod molecular systematist (perhaps _the_ leading one,
as there are few of us!) I am interested in ethanol-preserved brachiopod
collections from all parts of the world, both coral-associated (e.g.
thecideidines, possibly craniids) and benthic brachs of all sorts, free and
attached.

The Red Sea and Indian Oceans are particularly blank spots on my
specimen-list map, but this is really a wide, general appeal for
brachiopods (in 95% ethanol) whenever and wherever they appear.

If anyone wishes to see papers published in this field just e-mail me and
I'll send some pdf's.

Thanks in advance!

Bernie Cohen

Dr B. L. Cohen
Molecular Genetics
University of Glasgow,
Pontecorvo Building,
56 Dumbarton Rd
Glasgow G11 6NU
Scotland, UK.

Phone: (+44) (0)141 330 5103 (direct line)
                                     330 5101 (secretary)
                                     339 8855 (switchboard)
Fax:                             330 4878
http://www.gla.ac.uk/ibls/molgen/staff/cohen-bl.html

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 26 16:17:21 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
References: <3FFDC537.85696EA2@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <401583E1.82D6E28A@noaa.gov>

>
> PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.
>
> Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118
>
>
>
>                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
>            1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
>            CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD
>
>
>
>
> The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to
> announce the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
> Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
> Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral
> reef conservation.
>
> The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
> impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
> local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
> results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
> accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
> late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This
> award is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
> outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
> professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
> jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
> summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
> initiatives.
>
> This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
> the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
> Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
> receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on
> coral reef management initiatives with an agency member of the
> USCRTF.  In this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and
> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a
> location to be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be
> flown to Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at
> the next USCRTF meeting.
>
>
> Eligibility
> In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
> following minimum requirements:
> ? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on
> coral reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully
> completed the sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy
> or science with emphasis on coral reefs;
> ? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
> ? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
> Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico,
> or Hawaii.
>
>
> Application Selection Timetable
>
> Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST
>
> Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004
>
> Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
> (*pending availability)
>
>
> Application Material
>
> All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit
> the following material:
> ? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
> ? Resume.
> ? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
> ? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
> in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship
> will benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in
> your island.
>
> Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
> received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:
>
> USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
> c/o Shane Guan
> NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
> 1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
> Silver Spring, MD 20910
>
> Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov
>
> Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
> Fax: 301-713-4389
>
>
> Contact
> For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
> above address.
>
>
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> CRTF-Steering at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/crtf-steering
>
>

From JandL at rivnet.net  Mon Jan 26 17:11:45 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 17:11:45 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
References: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
Message-ID: <A0A64D7C-504C-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Hi Rich,
Well, more accurate to say that michelinii is the form in which the 
polyps are plocoid (have separate walls).
  The walls of the intersepta form are subcerioid (adjacent polyps are 
almost united) and, in life, have fewer zooxanthellae (or perhaps less 
pigment/algal cell) than the central area of the polyp, which means the 
corals have a "reticulated" appearance which is particularly striking 
when they contract.
Best,
Judy

On Jan 26, 2004, at 4:13 PM, Richard B. Aronson wrote:

> Thanks for sorting this out Judy. I was aware that intersepta is the 
> prior
> synonym, but not that the head form would be michelinii if indeed it 
> is a
> separate species.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Rich
>
> On Sat, 24 Jan 2004, Judith Lang/Lynton Land wrote:
>
>> Paul,
>> Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following 
>> publication
>> with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
>> Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican
>> Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia:
>> Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.
>>
>> However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two
>> living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species
>> probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second
>> morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of
>> Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page
>> 110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the
>> intersepta morph.
>>
>> If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this
>> genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
>> Judy
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S.
>>> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or
>>> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which
>>> is the most current?
>>> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly
>>> appreciated.
>>>
>>> Paul Brown
>>> PhD candidate
>>> University of Calgary
>>> Department of Biological Sciences
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Tue Jan 27 01:25:54 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 14:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Draft Zoning Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFF01@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi All,
Well I last emailed the coral-list notifying subscribers that a comment period for the Draft Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning Plan had opened. I was really happy to receive a significant number of requests for the associated documentation.
This is just a friendly reminder for those who intend to make a submission or intend on returning the questionairre, they are due by the close of business on the 6th February 2004. The next significant step in this process will be the release of a Draft Management Plan. We will notify coral-list when this period arrives. Thanks once again to all who responded.
Best Regards
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

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From jaapk at science.uva.nl  Tue Jan 27 05:51:59 2004
From: jaapk at science.uva.nl (Jaap Kaandorp)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 11:51:59 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] 2 PhD Student Positions in Simulation of developmental
	regulatory networks in sponges and corals
Message-ID: <20040127115159.A7175@cimex.science.uva.nl>

Two Ph.D. students Scientific Computing (position 1) / Numerical Mathematics & Scientific 
Computing (position 2)

Project: ``Simulation of developmental regulatory networks in sponges and sceleractinian
corals''

The project is financed by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific 
Research, NWO, research program Computational Life Sciences  and consists 
of 2 Ph.D. positions, one (position 1) at the Section Computational Science 
of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/) 
and one (position 2) at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) 
in Amsterdam (http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet).

In this project we will develop a model for simulating regulatory networks
that is capable of quantitatively reproducing spatial and temporal
expression patterns in developmental processes.  The model will be coupled
with a biomechanical model of cell aggregates and used to study the
formation of spatial and temporal expression patterns of gene products
during development in cellular systems.  A major issue are correct
estimations of the parameter settings in the network model. Therefore the
model will be used in combination with optimization algorithms (simulated
annealing) to explore large parameter spaces of regulatory networks and to
infer parameters from actual spatial and temporal gene expression
patterns. As a case study we are planning to use the body plan formation
in relatively simple multi-cellular organisms (sponges and sceleractinian
corals).  Here we will closely collaborate with Prof W.E.G. Mueller
(Institut fuer Physiologische Chemie Johannes Gutenberg-Universitaet
Mainz, Germany) and Prof D.J. Miller (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
James Cook University, Australia).  The PhD student Scientific Computing 
within the Section Computational Science will in particular work on 
optimization methods and modelling cellular aggregates, while the PhD student 
at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science will focus on the numerical 
methods for modelling the regulatory networks.

Details position 1 at the Section Computational Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam
_____________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.
Candidates should have a master's degree (or equivalent) in scientific
computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology  or a
comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to have an active interest in
life science applications.  For information on appointment (salary, vacation pay, etc.) 
please read the full description on www.uva.nl/vacatures or www.english.uva.nl, choose 
'Vacancies'.  Applications quoting job reference number and marked ``strictly confidential'' 
(in the upper left hand corner of the envelope) should include a letter of motivation, a 
curriculum vitae, if available copies of research papers, MSc thesis and the names of three 
persons from who references may be obtained.  Students who are about to finish their 
M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to apply.  The UvA offers an international working 
environment, flexible working conditions and is willing to help with housing for foreigners.  
Applications should be sent to the Universiteit van Amsterdam, Faculty of Science / Personnel 
Department, to the attention of Mrs. A. A. Craj?, personnel advisor, Kruislaan 404, 1098 SM 
Amsterdam, The Netherlands.  Applications by E-mail will also be accepted: 
anny at science.uva.nl.  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on March 15, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.

More information can be found at http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/ or contact
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp, E-mail jaapk at science.uva.nl, telephone +31 20 525 7539.

Details position 2 at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) in Amsterdam
________________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.  Applications are invited from candidates 
with with a good knowledge of the numerical analysis of ODEs/PDEs and an MSc in mathematics, 
scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology, 
computational fluid dynamics, or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to 
have an active interest in life science applications.  The salary with related employment 
conditions is according to regulations for OIOs (Onderzoekers in Opleiding) in the 
"CAO-onderzoekinstellingen" (collective employment agreement Dutch research institutes). 
Moreover CWI offers attractive working conditions, including flexibility, child care, and 
help with housing for foreigners.  Applications should be sent to Joke Blom, CWI/MAS, 
P.O. Box 94079, 1090 GB Amsterdam, the Netherlands.  E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, with mentioning 
of "PhD Vacancy MAS1 - RegNet".  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on February 1, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.  Your application should provide a concise 
description of your mathematical education, your CV, examination marks and if possible a copy 
of your M.Sc thesis. Students who are about to finish their M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to 
apply.

More information can be found at http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet or contact Joke Blom, 
E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, telephone +31 20 592 4263

-- 
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp
Section Computational Science
Faculty of Science
University of Amsterdam
Kruislaan 403
1098 SJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463
email: jaapk at science.uva.nl
fax: +31 20 5257490
URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/

See for the 1st International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics
March 22 - 23, 2004 in Amsterdam
http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/AMGC2004/

From mjnewman at ucsd.edu  Tue Jan 27 19:43:15 2004
From: mjnewman at ucsd.edu (Marah Newman)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 16:43:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Percent cover to biomass
Message-ID: <BC3C45A3.20FD%mjnewman@ucsd.edu>

Dear All,

I am trying to determine if there has been any work conducted in the past
that provides conversions from estimates of percent cover to living biomass
of coral tissue.  I am conducting surveys of corals (most likely using
point-intercept method) but in addition to coral cover estimates, I also
need biomass. I can do some estimates of surface area to account for the 3-d
structure of the reef, but I still need to figure out a way to get some sort
of g/m^2 estimate.  Does anyone know if work on this has ever been conducted
and where I can find it?

Thanks so much,

Marah Newman
___________________________________

Marah Newman
Graduate Student Office, Box 0208
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
CA 92093, USA

From corals at prtc.net  Tue Jan 27 19:41:23 2004
From: corals at prtc.net (CORALations)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:41:23 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral transplant, farming and restoration
Message-ID: <001101c3e537$75601920$09323242@m2t4v4>

Dear Coral-Listers:

CORALations is in the process of creating a bi-lingual field manual describing non-technical coral fragment 
planting and fragment stabilization and grow out methods for use by non-scientists in the Caribbean.  
The techniques will be limited to the three Caribbean Acroporids and Porites porites. 
The premise is that the broken fragment would otherwise suffer greater mortality without the intervention. 
The scope is further focused by limiting the reasons for intervention to impacts resulting from fin, 
small craft groundings, anchor and storm damage. 

If we have not already contacted you, and you have a non-technical method you wish to be featured,
please respond to corals at prtc.net.

We would also like to provide a list of contact information to include a one paragraph description for 
technical reef restoration methodologies. In this way, non-technical public would be able 
to access professionals to discuss restoration for more dramatic impact.  

If you have a technical restoration method you would like featured in the manual, 
and we have not already contacted you...please take a moment now to send the following: 
 
-Method name
-Your name, and/or company name and contact Information
-A one paragraph description of the method including types of impact it addresses or other restoration goals.(100 words more or less) 
 
Any questions please call. If you want to participate but cannot respond this week...please notify us so we can leave space open.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Sincerely, 

                       Conservar Cuidar Educar  
                  
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                        Director  CORALations
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From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 11:47:48 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] CNMI Coral reef AAG position available
In-Reply-To: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
References: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <4017E7B4.6020102@noaa.gov>

> Hello.  Below please find a position announcement for a coral reef
> Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern
> Mariana Islands.  Forward as appropriate.
> 
> Please direct all inquiries to the contact provided at the end of the 
> announcement.
> 
> JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
> U.S. Commonwealth of  the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
> Office of the Attorney General
> 
> Title: : ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, CORAL REEF INITIATIVE ATTORNEY
> 
> The CNMI Attorney General?s Office is seeking applicants for the Coral 
> Reef Initiative, to work on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
> This is a new position within the Attorney General?s Office and the 
> responsibilities described herein, will grow and evolve over time.  The 
> Attorney?s focus will be on coordinating and assisting local agencies in 
> their efforts of coral reef protection.  This will include among other 
> things defining jurisdictional responsibilities and limitations of the 
> agencies involved in coral reef protection, civil and criminal 
> enforcement of existing laws to protect the coral reef, drafting new 
> legislation and regulations concerning coral reef protection issues and 
> the administrative process as relating to coral reef matters.
> 
> Qualifications:    Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA 
> accredited law school, an active member in good standing of the bar of 
> any state or territory of the United States and eligible to be admitted 
> to the CNMI bar (or a member of the CNMI bar) upon commencement of 
> employment.  Applicants should have some experience in environmental law 
> and familiarity with coral reef or other marine systems.  Applicants 
> should exhibit the ability to accurately and precisely articulate issues 
> to non-lawyers in a concise and intelligible manner.  Applicants should 
> possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with 
> lawyers and non-lawyers in a professional manner in a demanding 
> environment.  Ideal applicants will have experience in natural resource 
> management, integrated costal zone management, maritime law and 
> fisheries management law.
> 
> Salary: Depending on the years of practice and experience.
> 
> Interested applicants must send resume and cover letter to:
> 
> Ms. Pamela Brown, Attorney General
> Office of the Governor, Hon. Juan A. Sablan Memorial Bldg.
> Caller Box 10007, Capitol Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
> Telephone: (670) 664-2341 Facsimile: (670) 664-2349
>  e-mail: pbrown at saipan.com.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:50:14 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:50:14 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Marine Science Programs for Educators and their
	students
Message-ID: <Sea1-F167sV77KibLM40002a33d@hotmail.com>

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From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:59:31 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:59:31 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement: Marine Ecology Environmental Educator
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From: ocianaca at yahoo.ca (Candace Rose-Taylor)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:27:29 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Message-ID: <20040128182729.90202.qmail@web60301.mail.yahoo.com>

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- university degree in science - preferably biology or geography

- enjoy working with students of all ages (10 ? 80 years young)

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From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 13:34:41 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:34:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Inappropriate message posted to coral-list...
Message-ID: <401800C1.4050605@noaa.gov>

Dear coral-listers:

Over the weekend, an email with some inappropriate content was posted to
the coral-list and sent to all subscribers.  We would like to apologize
for the message reaching you; the person who sent it has since been
unsubscribed from coral-list, and the offending message removed from the
web archives.

We do not condone this type of inappropriate behaviour on the coral-list.

Thank you,
Louis Florit
coral-list System Administrator

-- 
Louis Florit, Research Associate
University of Miami/CIMAS
NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory
4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33149
Phone:  (305) 361-4445

From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 14:45:23 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 14:45:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>

Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Posting
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

From JandL at rivnet.net  Wed Jan 28 15:39:47 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
References: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
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From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 28 16:33:41 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:33:41 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Bonaire Job Announcement
Message-ID: <BC3D6AB5.1B574%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

The National Parks Foundation Bonaire (STINAPA Bonaire) operates the
national parks; the Washington Slagbaai National Park and the Bonaire
National Marine Park, within the Island Territory of Bonaire. At this moment
the organization has 16 employees.

The Foundation is now looking for a dynamic candidate for the challenging
position of:

MARINE PARK MANAGER M/F

As the park manager you represent the Bonaire National Marine Park and
execute the policies stipulated by the Board. You are in charge of the
management and maintenance of the Marine Park using goal-oriented guiding of
employees. 

This implies among others: coordinating, supervising and actively
participating in daily operations; initiating and guiding research and
monitoring activities and providing information in the broadest sense of the
word. As the marine park manager you are responsible for the enforcement of
the Marine Ordinance; and you participate in and promote projects with the
local community. 

The profile:
You have received at least an academic education, specialized in nature or
environmental sciences. Required are: experienced in a similar or comparable
position, leadership qualities, management skills, budget
preparation/monitoring experience, experienced in SCUBA diving and boat
handling proficiency. Furthermore you must possess excellent social and
communication skills. You have charisma and are a team player. You have good
command of written and spoken Dutch and/or English.

What we offer:
Your salary depends on education and experience. At STINAPA Bonaire
excellent benefits and terms of employment are standard.

Your reaction:
Does the above description apply to you? Send your letter by February 27
2004 accompanied by your curriculum vitae and relevant documents to:
director at stinapa.org or write to The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O. Box 368,
Bonaire, N.A. 

For more information you can call 599 717 8444

From Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us  Thu Jan 29 12:52:46 2004
From: Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us (Kosmynin, Vladimir)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 12:52:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <B4F970F70C84FD4A8630EDF4F25B08F816A3BA@tlhexsmb3.floridadep.net>

Dear Listers,

I think this is the time to talk about nomenclature of at least Atlantic reef
scleractinians, since it is not related to Stephanocoenia only.  I think Dr.
Vassil Zlatarski made very valuable point about inter-colonial variability
and transitional forms between two obvious forms - S. michelinii and
S.intersepta.  From my field and museum experience I can confirm that along
with distinctive forms there are numerous transitions.  The very same thing I
can tell about Montastraea  annularis forms.  For some strong believers of
three species in Montastraea annularis "complex" I could show transitions
both inter-colonially and intra-colonially during field work in Florida Keys
and Cuba.  The very same problem we have with Mycetophyllia species, where
along with distinctive forms of M. aliciae and M. ferox we have all
transitional forms too.  I wish Deborah Danaher will speak for that, she
invested considerable effort to figure out the borders between these two
species of Mycetophyllia.

At the same time there are at least three different forms in Montastraea
cavernosa, which I cannot recall somebody discussed. But fortunately, nobody
calls them species.

Coral taxonomy is not in favor now and is not really supported by funds; but
we have to realize that this is not just a problem of what to call this
particular coral "species" or "form".  It is more than just what to call it
when we are talking to public and bureaucracy about number of lost and
endangered species. It is a problem for management circles too.  For example,
I have received anger question why we are going to do monitoring "just on
Montastraea annularis, not also on M. faveolata and M. franksii". Well, just
because there are no such a thing as "species complex" in the International
Code of Zoological Nomenclature, and M. faveolata and M. franksii are not
appropriately established separate species.  I think we have to follow
correct existing names according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature.  Neither publication of "species" in popular books, photo
albums and reports, nor personal opinions of well-known scientists cannot be
used as a reference.  Unfortunately, in our list we see often these "species"
in use,  and it is something that confuses those who are not a taxonomist,
but working on corals.  To resolve questions about species we need further
work with each particular species, but until it is not resolved like it was
done by Australian scientists with genera Platygyra in the Pacific, species
must stay like they are according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature and correctly done revisions.

Thank you.

Vladimir N. Kosmynin, Ph.D.
Environmental Consultant
Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
e-mail: vladimir.kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us
Tel: (850)487-4471 Ext. 121
SunCom: 277-4471 Ext. 121
Fax: (850)921-6459

Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanologia, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

------------------------------

Message: 7
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land <JandL at rivnet.net>
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Cc: Vassil Zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930 at rivnet.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=WINDOWS-1252; format=flowed

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanologia, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
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> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
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From Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu  Thu Jan 29 14:45:39 2004
From: Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu (Beatriz)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 14:45:39 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
Message-ID: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>

Dear Co-listers,

Although some of you know me, I am a new member of the coral list.

I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and its effects on coral
reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very grateful.

Thank you very much in advance,

Betty

M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
Instituto de Oceanolog?a
Ave 1ra No. 18406
Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
Cuba

Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu

From Gang.Liu at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 29 16:11:56 2004
From: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov (Gang Liu)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 16:11:56 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] 
	Coral Bleaching Alert for Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Message-ID: <4019771C.25840E2@noaa.gov>

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Coral Bleaching Alert

Anomalously high sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are quickly developing
over the past few weeks over most of the Coral Sea and portions of the
Great Barrier Reef.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspote.1.27.2004.gif
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climohot.html

SSTs from two of our selected satellite monitoring sites, Davies Reef
and Heron Island, have been edging above the summertime maximum monthly
mean SST since early this month.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/CB_indices/coral_bleaching_indices.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_daviesreef_cur.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_heron_cur.html

Coral bleaching DHWs have already been accumulating through out the
Coral Sea and part of the GBR.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.27.2004.gif

Some minor bleaching has been observed at various locations in the GBR
region. The tides in the GBR are yet to relax completely and the weather
forecasts are calling for continued slack winds in the region.  Although
it is cloudy near the coast, high solar radiation persists over the
area.  These environmental conditions are favorable for the development
of intensive thermal stress, foretelling of the potential for severe
coral bleaching events in the GBR within the next few weeks.

For more information please visit Coral Reef Watch's Website:
http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Any feedback you can provide is useful: both bleaching and non-bleaching
observations are welcome. Please send the feedback to Alan Strong
(Alan.E.Strong at noaa.gov) and/or Gang Liu (Gang.Liu at noaa.gov). Users are
also encouraged to use the NOAA/ReefBase collaborative online bleaching
report form to send input to our bleaching database. The form is
available at http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp

Jan 28, 2004
NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program

--
=========================================
 Gang Liu, Ph.D.
 Senior Research Scientist/Oceanographer
 (STG, Inc.)
 NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program
 NOAA/NESDIS/ORA E/RA31
 SSMC1, #5307
 1335 East-West Highway
 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3226

 Tel: 301-713-9386 ext 131
 Fax: 301-713-3136
 Email: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov
=========================================

From p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au  Thu Jan 29 18:58:53 2004
From: p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au (Paul Marshall)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 09:58:53 +1000 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] GBR Bleaching Conditions Update - 29 Jan 2004 
Message-ID: <1052.144.134.89.113.1075420733.squirrel@www.gbrmpa.gov.au>

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Climate Change Program is
dedicated to observing, understanding and reporting coral bleaching events
and other climate change impacts on the Great Barrier Reef. The Climate
Change Program provides regular reports on conditions on the Reef throughout
summer and publishes early warnings of increases in levels of stress or
widespread bleaching of corals. This is the fourth Current Conditions Report
for the summer of 2003/04.

Updated 29 January 2004

On the basis of current conditions and climate predictions for the summer of
2004, the threat of widespread coral bleaching for the Great Barrier Reef
(GBR) region is currently rated as HIGH. Although weather and sea
temperatures have decreased toward seasonal averages at most locations over
recent weeks, conditions are showing signs of warming again and reports of
minor or patchy bleaching have now been received from several locations.

Sea temperatures remain above average at most monitoring sites on the Great
Barrier Reef. Satellite monitoring of sea temperatures by the U.S. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates an alarming increase
in sea surface temperatures in the Coral Sea, reaching levels 1-2 degrees C
above what would be expected for this time of year. Sea surface temperatures
over the Great Barrier Reef region have also increased over the last week,
with anomalies of 0.5 to 1 degree C over much of the GBR region.
Recent conditions on the GBR region over recent weeks suggest that the
recent respite to the warming trend may be short lived. Temperatures remain
close to levels known to cause stress to corals and associated reef
organisms. Critical thresholds that are known to trigger widespread coral
bleaching have not yet been exceeded, however significant coral bleaching
can be expected if the warming trend is resumed over coming months.
Reports received through our BleachWatch program indicate that minor
bleaching of susceptible corals is occurring at locations off Port Douglas,
Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Orpheus Island and Heron Island. At some
locations, notably off Port Douglas and Cairns, the severity of bleaching
has increased over the last week. The bleaching reports received to date
indicate mostly light or patchy bleaching, although there is an indication
that stress levels are increasing at some sites. These reports do not
necessarily indicate the onset of a mass bleaching event. However more
severe bleaching could develop if sea temperatures continue to rise.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority will continue to closely
monitor the situation with the support of BleachWatch participants and in
conjunction with AIMS and NOAA.

The GBRMPA welcomes any reports of coral bleaching. If you regularly visit a
reef site, or if you have seen bleaching on the reef, we would be grateful
for your input to our BleachWatch Program.

For the full current conditions report, for information on how to join
BleachWatch, and for background information on climate change, coral
bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef, visit the GBRMPA web site:
www.gbrmpa.gov.au.

-- 
Paul Marshall, PhD
Manager
Climate Change Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
Townsville, Australia
phone +61 7 4750 0771
fax +61 7 4772 6093
email p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Fri Jan 30 13:24:18 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:24:18 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO
	CONSERVE CORAL REEFS
Message-ID: <401AA152.9020603@noaa.gov>

NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO CONSERVE CORAL REEFS

Each year, subject to the availability of funds, NOAA publishes its
Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Funding Guidance, as authorized by
the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, to solicit proposals for coral
reef conservation activities.

Fiscal year 2004 grant pre-applications are due March 12, 2004.  See: 
http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/grants.html for the 2004 Coral Reef 
Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004 Funding Guidance.

In 2002 and 2003, the first two years of the grants program, NOAA
awarded approximately $5.5 million per year in matching grants under six
funding categories.  In 2004, NOAA is making available up to $5.59
million in matching grants, again under six funding categories.

The 2004 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004
Funding Guidance includes instructions on how to apply for funding under
the following categories, each outlined with specific applicant and
activity eligibility criteria.

    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Management;
    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Monitoring;
    # Coral Reef Ecosystem Research**(see note at end);
    # Projects to Improve or Amend Coral Reef Fishery Management Plans;
    # General Coral Reef Conservation; and
    # International Coral Reef Conservation.

For information specific to each of the above categories, please contact
the appropriate person listed in the 2004 Funding Guidance.  For overall
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program questions, please contact
Jonathan Kelsey (jonathan.kelsey at noaa.gov; 301-563-7230).

Cheers,
Jonathan Kelsey

**Funding under the Coral Reef Ecosystem Research category is on a 
different time frame.  Information on that program is available at 
http://www.nurp.noaa.gov/noaacoral.html.

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 22:08:52 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:08:52 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr Rosenberg's mail id
Message-ID: <20040131030852.11917.qmail@web14919.mail.yahoo.com>

Dear listers....

Sorry for the trouble...but this is my last place
to get the e-mail id of Dr Eugene Rosenberg.....
I tried to mail him at the address given at his
webpage....but all my mail have bounced saying
that there is error, the id does'nt exixt...or it
can't reach.....

the mail id was......
eugene at tau.ac.il

Can anyone give me the right id?????

Thanks in advance

Shashank

=====
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Kochi University, Faculty of Agriculture
Lab. of AQUa. Environ. Sci. (LAQUES)
Otsu 200, Monobe, Nankoku-shi
783-8502, Kochi, Japan
alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
phone: 81 090 8285 9012

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From jware at erols.com  Fri Jan 30 10:18:50 2004
From: jware at erols.com (John Ware)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 10:18:50 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Is Robert Carpenter out there.
Message-ID: <401A75DA.9EA46E41@erols.com>

Dear Robert and List,

I am looking for Robert Carpenter's mailing address so that ISRS can
send him some money for the exemplary (I assume) services he has
performed for the Society.

John Ware
Treasurer, ISRS

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From vanesef at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 14:48:47 2004
From: vanesef at yahoo.com (Vanese Flood)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 11:48:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
In-Reply-To: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>
Message-ID: <20040130194847.4896.qmail@web60509.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Beatriz,
For a good review on sedimentation's effects on reefs
see:
Rogers, C.S. 1990. Response of coral reefs and reef
organisms to sedimentation. Marine Ecology Progress
Series. 62:185-202.
There are later papers also, but this is a good place
to start.
Good luck,

Vanese Flood

Department of Geology
University of Georgia

--- Beatriz <Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu> wrote:
> Dear Co-listers,
> 
> Although some of you know me, I am a new member of
> the coral list.
> 
> I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and
> its effects on coral
> reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very
> grateful.
> 
> Thank you very much in advance,
> 
> Betty
> 
> M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
> Instituto de Oceanolog?a
> Ave 1ra No. 18406
> Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
> Cuba
> 
> Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu
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From i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 20:55:17 2004
From: i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au (Ida Fellegara)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 11:55:17 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] coral-crab symbiosis
In-Reply-To: <200312291833_MC3-1-6312-1B56@compuserve.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20040102115038.025ced30@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

Hi All
I have recently noticed a couple of small, loose massive coral colonies 
that have a crab living in  a hole underneath. I have searched as coral 
symbiosis and looked at crab literature but haven't found anything

Is anybody aware of any reference about it?
thanks
Ida

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Ida Fellegara (BSc, MSc)
Ph D candidate
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Qld
ph 07 3365 7020
fax 07 3365 4755

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From S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 21:15:13 2004
From: S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au (Selina Ward)
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2004 12:15:13 +1000 
Subject: [Coral-List] Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Message-ID: <8A715E60894B5D43A3858A909C5D1895405F43@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

This year The University of Queensland, Australia is offering the Great
Barrier Reef Study Program for international and domestic students from 14
June - 13 August 2004.

The Great Barrier Reef Study Program provides students with an opportunity
for the ultimate marine education experience through a unique program
comprised of six short course options undertaken in Queensland's spectacular
marine environments, at world class research stations and on board a tall
ship. 

Three courses are taught at Heron Island Research Station on a coral cay,
two at Moreton Bay Research Station on North Stradbroke Island and one
course on board a tall ship in the Great Barrier Reef. The courses are short
intensive courses during which students will be immersed in the marine
environment. They will have daily lectures, field practical and laboratory
sessions so that they become familiar with a range of marine organisms and
processes and acquire first hand research skills through conducting short
group research projects.

The following courses are offered for 2004:
Coastal Zone Management
Marine Microscopy and Microanalysis
Biology and Oceanography of the Great Barrier Reef
Marine Neurobiology
Tropical Marine Invertebrates
Coral Reef Ecosystems

Please visit the website for detailed information and enrolment details.
www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

Dr Selina Ward
Academic Coordinator
Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
St Lucia 4072 Qld
Australia
ph 61 7 3346 9576
mob 61 410 478467
fax 61 7 33654755
email s.ward at marine.uq.edu.au
http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

From judith_mendes at hotmail.com  Fri Jan  2 09:23:44 2004
From: judith_mendes at hotmail.com (Judith Mendes)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 14:23:44 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
Message-ID: <Law15-F31ll7fnp3eEH0000b414@hotmail.com>

Dear Mark,

One difficulty with the meta-analysis you are planning is the wide variety 
of methods used to collect coral abundance data. With respect to their 
effect on the calculation of diversity the methods can be divided into two 
groups:

1. Those that estimate abundance from the projected planar area, the two 
dimensions x and z (e.g. methods with images taken from a camera/video 
camera mounted above the coral).

2. Those that estimate abundance from surface relief, the two dimensions x 
and y (e.g.
Methods in which a line or chain is draped over the coral). This means that 
the resulting abundance estimates are affected by the morphology of the 
coral species. Species with high relief e.g. Acropora will appear more 
abundant when a method that measures abundance in the xy plane is used when 
compared with their abundance estimated in the xz plane.

While this difference in the way abundance is estimated different methods 
may sound trivial, it can lead to very different estimates of diversity for 
the same location, particularly if the diversity index chosen emphasises the 
relative abundance of species in its calculation. The best book explaining 
the variety of diversity indices and the aspect of community composition 
that they emphasise (species richness or evenness/dominance) is still 
?Ecological Diversity and its Measurement? by Anne Magurran (1988). It even 
contains a nice Caribbean coral reef example from Barbados showing diversity 
increasing with depth and distance from Bridgetown, the capital, on the west 
coast of the island. This example is taken from Tomascik, T. and Sander, F 
(1987) Effects of eutrophication on reef building corals II? Mar. Biol., 
94:53-75.  I see Anne Magurran is bringing out a new book this month 
entitled ?Measuring Biological Diversity?; perhaps this will be even better 
than the original.

Some methods, such as the CARICOMP method, include an index of surface 
relief /rugosity which can be useful in addressing this issue.

I have data from 1 site on the south coast of Jamaica which you are welcome 
to have. Good luck with your meta-analysis.

Judith Mendes

>From: "Mark Vermeij" <Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov>
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
>Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 14:35:31 -0500
>
>Dear all,
>For a comparitive study I would be interested in diversity indices on coral 
>communities throughout the Caribbean bassin. I was thinking of Shannon 
>Weaver indices as they correct for "abundance", but surprisingly little can 
>be found regarding this measure related to Caribbean corals. E.g. a search 
>with google results in information on line-dancing (amongst other 
>interesting topics), but no relevant information in relation to corals was 
>found. If you have such data, or know a place were to find this, I would 
>greatly appreciate your suggestions. Basically what I'm looking for is a 
>detailed quantification of coral abundance (either through number or 
>cover), that includes the majority of corals known to be present at that 
>location. Based on this information the calculation of the SW-index for 
>this location should be simple.
>
>Thanks for your help and with best regards,
>Mark
>
>--
>Dr. Mark Vermeij
>
>Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (RSMAS/UM)
>
>NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Science Center
>75 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149 USA
>Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4499 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov
>
>http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/groups/cimas/
>
>
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Mon Jan  5 01:51:10 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 14:51:10 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Management Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFED7@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi coral-listers,
The Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP) is currently undergoing review.
NMP protects Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing coral reefs in the world.
It occurs in the remote North-west of Australia and is one of the few major coral reef systems occuring on the west coast of any continent. This reef is of potential World Heritage Listing and remains relatively pristine. 
The NMP proposed zoning plan has recently been released for public comment.
If you have any interest in this area or have visited it in the past now is a good opportunity to have your say.
Email me to register your interest and I will forward you the relevant documentation.
Look forward to any replies,
Best Regards,
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Mon Jan  5 09:53:10 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 08:53:10 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes [Florida
	Department 
	of Environmental Protection in the middle of the first year of an
	intense
	monitoring program to document the status of the reef] (Stuart News,
	1/4 /04)
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B19@MIAMIMX>

See excerpt below... Full article with photos can be found through the link
provided.

Happy New Year,

Bill

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St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes

   By Suzanne Wentley
      staff writer

   Stuart News
   http://www.tcpalm.com

   January 4, 2004

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

STUART -- State reef expert Walter Jaap remembered well the first time he
dove the coral reef off St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve in the late 1970s.

"I was shocked. It used to be conventional wisdom that when you were north
of Miami there wasn't much in the way of coral reefs," said Jaap, an
associate research scientist with the Florida Marine Research
Institute. "But you can find interesting coral formations up to this area."

Some Treasure Coast anglers and divers might be familiar with the area,
often referred to as Peck's Lake reef or kingfish hole.

But scientists are just starting to uncover the uniqueness of the 6-square-
mile reef, considered the northernmost of tropical coral reefs.

Biologists with the state Department of Environmental Protection are in the
middle of the first year of an intense monitoring program, designed to
document the status of the reef.

Its health can then be analyzed before and after $1.2 billion in local
Everglades restoration work is completed, to determine the impact on
natural ecosystems.

The goal -- as was the goal when local activists first persuaded Jaap and
others to focus on the reef just south of the inlet -- is to preserve its
biodiversity and beauty.

"There's just an abundant amount of wildlife there," said Mark Perry,
executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society. "Once you see it,
you just say, 'Wow.' It's something we need to preserve."

Under the sea

More than 150 species of fish and more than 200 species of invertebrates
live among the 17 different coral species found in the St. Lucie Inlet
State Preserve.

During an annual fish count at the reef -- sponsored by the DEP and
administered by the national Reef Environment Education Foundation --
volunteers saw everything from yellowtail parrotfish to loggerhead sea
turtles to a spotted eagle ray.

Soft and hard corals are found in the reef, which features the Sabellariid
worm reef -- seen also at Bathtub Reef beach park -- closer to the inlet.

As the reef stretches toward Hobe Sound, there are a variety of corals
planted on a coquina limestone known as Anastasia rock that formed 125,000
years ago after an ice age changed the sea level, Perry said.

Individual colonies of Oculina ivory bush coral, brain corals, great star
corals and sea fans -- all quite small compared to similar reefs in the
Caribbean -- cover about 1 percent of the bottom, which is only about 8 to
20 feet below the surface.

In the Keys, corals cover about 12 percent of the bottom, said Jeff Beal,
director of the DEP's Aquatic and Buffer Preserve field office, who is
coordinating monitoring efforts.

The growth, he said, is likely limited by water temperature and the wave
action that causes some of the corals to grow flat, like a pancake.

"You're at the northern limit for many of these corals," he said. "We were
surprised to discover there is a great diversity of corals down there."

Although the heads of corals are small, the reef is "very healthy here,"
Beal added.

Monitoring the reef

But the health, abundance and diversity is just starting to be documented,
despite years of great fishing that bring dozens of boats to the reef this
time of year, hoping for a Spanish mackerel that swims in a deep hole in
the middle of the reef.

"We're doing the first assessment of that reef," Beal said. "It's amazing
how many things you can see there."

After Jaap's initial dive on the site, he and another scientist wrote a
report encouraging protection of the reef. But it took until January 1988
for the state to buy the submerged lands and create a management plan for
the preserve.

"They do an annual survey of it, and they also have a bunch of volunteer
divers that go and clean it up, to make sure it's in good condition," said
John Griner, preserve manager. "We don't have a large staff to monitor it."

Instead, Beal and a former state scientist, Cindy Lott, met with Jaap to
collect baseline data for the reef.

Using digital video cameras, the scientists shot underwater videos along
pre-determined lines. They counted and identified the species, then logged
the information to compare each year.

Already, the scientists have three lines permanently installed, with plans
to install at least a dozen.

"We want to pick areas with high coral abundance," Beal said. "We want to
see how much does the St. Lucie (Canal) water, how much does that affect
the reef."

That information could be used to gauge the effectiveness of local
Everglades restoration efforts, he added.

Preservation plans

There is more to saving the reef than monitoring.

In the next few years, state preserve officials plan to install anchor
buoys so boats visiting the area won't damage the reef with anchors.

Until then, Perry recommends that boaters be wary of the reef when dropping
anchor.

"It's simple. You can see the reef from the surface because it's shallow,"
he said. "You want to look for a nice, sandy area. It helps a lot."

Long-term plans for the preserve also include creating a visible boundary
around the reef. Spearfishing is not allowed in the preserve.

Perry also suggested anglers be careful not to break their line on the
rock, because excess fishing line and dropped nets cause hazards for
underwater dwellers.

"The best thing is to use a round sinker, and use it right off the bottom
not to get tangled in the rocks," he said.

As state scientists continue their monitoring, they hope to create a list --
 with pictures -- of all the species that can be found underwater, helping
divers and snorkelers to better appreciate the area's natural wonders.

"It's very easy to break corals, to undo years of growth," Beal
said. "There's a whole community around them. It's a really neat place."

...

- suzanne.wentley at scripps.com

Reef dwellers

Some of the species found at St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve:

 - Cocoa damselfish (www.reefnews.com/reefnews/news/v05n05/cocoad.html)
The damselfish, commonly found in the Caribbean, eats algae growing on
tropical corals and uses the area for breeding.

 - Long-spined black sea urchin
(coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/diadema.html)
This species of sea urchin experienced a major die-off in the Caribbean in
the 1980s, but have a healthy population here.

 - Great star coral
(www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/southflorida/coral/profiles.html#great)
Impressive colonies of this tropical coral are large enough to be very old
and stable.

 - Mutton snapper (indianriver.fl.us/fishing/fish/snapmutt.html)
Because spearfishing is illegal within the preserve boundary, snapper and
other game fish are able to grow and feed among the reef.

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

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From taz9911 at hotmail.com  Mon Jan  5 21:40:43 2004
From: taz9911 at hotmail.com (Wendy Chen)
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2004 02:40:43 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
Message-ID: <Sea2-F51v5PispynCjW0001dc67@hotmail.com>

   Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with
   pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my
   controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The
   glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4
   days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I
   get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months,
   I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same,
   but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else
   has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis
   settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a
   Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help
   would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Wendy Chen
   aka Woon Jaye Chen
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From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 10:38:55 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107103823.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Greetings,
   I  would  appreciate  it  if you would make your students aware of our
   Tropical  Marine  Biology  summer  course  that  will  be  held at Lee
   Stocking  Island, Bahamas during July 19 - August 2, 2004. We can take
   a total of 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served
   basis.  Students  will  receive  4  semester  hours  of college credit
   (undergraduate or graduate) as long as the course is approved by their
   home  institution.  More  information about the course can be found at
   the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/T
   MB_Home_Page.html
   Thanks for your help!
   Cheers,
   Danny Gleason

   PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW
   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/TMB_Home_Page.html
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From tlsnell at buffalo.edu  Wed Jan  7 13:33:04 2004
From: tlsnell at buffalo.edu (tlsnell at buffalo.edu)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 13:33:04 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
Message-ID: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites 
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this 
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic 
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate 
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.  

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking 
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to 
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific 
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate 
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were 
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to 
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of 
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure 
coral-specificity. 

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260

From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 15:17:53 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 15:17:53 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107151731.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology

   Funding is available at Georgia Southern University (GSU) starting May
   1, 2004 to support a Master's student for the summer to participate in
   studies  of  the  benthic  invertebrate  fauna of Gray's Reef National
   Marine  Sanctuary. The successful applicant will be expected to assist
   with  two  projects related to this group of organisms: 1) development
   of  a web-based field guide and 2) assessment of recruitment processes
   to  the  benthos. Abstracts for both of these projects can be obtained
   at the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   The  successful  applicant  will  also  be  expected to enter the M.S.
   program   in   Biology  at  GSU  in  fall  2004  and  will  develop  a
   hypothesis-driven   research   project   based  on  organisms  in  the
   Sanctuary.  Scuba  diving  certification is required and an ability to
   work   in   rough  sea  conditions  is  highly  preferred.  Successful
   applicants  will  receive  funding for the summer ($3,000) and will be
   supported  during  fall  and  spring semesters on either a teaching or
   research assistantship (type of support dependent on availability).

   Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore
   live-bottom   reefs  off  the  coast  of  Georgia  and  is  a  popular
   recreational  fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5
   nautical  miles  off  Sapelo  Island,  Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth
   range,  and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains
   a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house
   invertebrates,  such  as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea
   stars,  crabs,  lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also
   attracts  numerous  species  of  fishes,  including  black  sea  bass,
   snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

   Interested students should submit a resume, undergraduate transcripts,
   a statement of interest and career goals, and two letters of reference
   to  Danny Gleason, Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University,
   P.O.  Box  8042,  Statesboro,  GA  30460-8042.  The  recipient will be
   selected  from the pool of applicants who have submitted all materials
   by February 20, 2004. More information about the Department of Biology
   at  GSU  can  be  found  at [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/ and
   information   on   applying   to  graduate  school  can  be  found  at
   [3]http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/

   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [4]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/
   3. http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/
   4. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From fpl at circop.com  Wed Jan  7 16:21:26 2004
From: fpl at circop.com (Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 22:21:26 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] In'l Coral Reefs Conf of Paris (CIRCoP 2) : looking
	for Talks & Movies
Message-ID: <00a701c3d564$3f08e7e0$0500a8c0@27.32.5.free.fr>

Dear listers, 

After a great first edition end of Jan 2003, the International Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris (CIRCoP) will open their doors once again on March the 19th & 20th 2005.

This general public event has been created to allow scientists to share knowledge and passion about Coral Reefs with Divers, Reef Aquarists, Sea Lovers and General Public. 

This second edition will occur in one of the most famous venue in Paris : the "City of Sciences". This place, with 2 big theatres, 8 sessions rooms, and 2000 m2 of exposition area, should allow us to welcome about 4000 people during a Week-End. Organized around 16 main talks & 16 movies, CIRCoP 2 should also provide 16 aquaria specific talks for hobbists, 16 aquaria talks for professionals, and 16 talks for divers. Tour operators, Aquaria equipment makers, photos and videos should also create a lot of animation, and much more...

We are now starting to work on the program, and we are looking for talks and movies dealing with topic of interest for our visitors.
If you would like to be part of the lecturer team, please suggest one or more potential talk, with 5 lines of description. Please also explain from where you would come from (country and town/airport)
If you have professional quality movie(s) about coral reefs that you would like to show, please tell us. 

Talks and movies should talk about thing like : 
a.. Coral Reefs : Status, Protection, Restoration, Reef Life,...
a.. Aquaria : Techniques, Captive propagation, Animal Care & Description 
a.. Travels and Diving : Where to go, what to see, how to learn about Reefs, how to protect them 

For more information, please refer to : 
- the official web site : www.circop.com
- Lecturers Information :  http://www.circop.com/CIRCoP2005/US/LecturerConditions.html

Many thanks in advance for your replies, 

Best Regards & Wishes for this new Year
Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert
www.reefkeepers.net
www.circop.com

From phmontoya at hotmail.com  Wed Jan  7 21:39:43 2004
From: phmontoya at hotmail.com (Phanor Montoya Maya)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 21:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Looking for information on coral reproduction
Message-ID: <000301c3d590$abe90d50$ca985dc8@phanor>

Dear coral list suscribers,
 
Can anyone help me find information about coral reproduction?
 
I want to answer the following questions:
 
Which Caribbean corals are brooding species and which ones are broadcast
species?
How long does it take for the planula to settle? For brooding and
broadcast species?
 
Thank you in advance for the help you can give me.
 
 
Phanor Montoya Maya
Director Ejecutivo
Fundaci?n Bucea Colombia
www.buceacolombia.org
correo at buceacolombia.org
Telefono: 300 6122392
Fax: 3232668
 

From alcolado at ama.cu  Thu Jan  8 09:55:24 2004
From: alcolado at ama.cu (Pedro Alcolado)
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 2004 09:55:24 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Need Nike Bianchi's e-mail address
Message-ID: <004301c3d5f7$7e18d1a0$b65da8c0@ama.cu>

Dear coralisters,
First of all, have all of you a happy new year plenty of scientific success.
I would appreciate to receive from some of you Nike Bianchi's e-mail address. Thank you very much.
Pedro

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Thu Jan  8 13:17:54 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Meandrinas
Message-ID: <Sea2-F34yEXUIEAOeIi000382fd@hotmail.com>

   Hi  Everybody,  I  am  working  with  the genus Meandrina. I have been
   collecting  morphometric,population-level  and  reproductive  data for
   over  a  year  now.  I  borrowed  the  holotype specimen (the only one
   available)  of  Goreaugyra  memorialis fron the Smithsonian Museum and
   done  some  morphometrics.  Zlatarsky  used  the  descriptin  of  this
   specimen  and  synonymized   it  with  Meandrina memorialis. There are
   morphological  differences  between  what we are calling M. memorialis
   here  in  Puerto  Rico  and  other Caribbean sites and the holotype of
   G.memorialis.However,  no  statistical  inferences  could be made with
   justone  specimen.  I  was wondering if anybody has seen, photographed
   and  or  collected another specimen (s) of Goreaugyra anywhere else is
   the  wider  Caribbean  or  even  outside  this  area  (Brasil??). I am
   including a photo of Goreaugyra memorialis

   Thanks

   Jorge Pinz?n
     _________________________________________________________________

   Add photos to your e-mail with [1]MSN 8. Get 2 months FREE*.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2746??PS=

From Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:08:09 2004
From: Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov (Lindsey C Williams)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:08:09 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available
Message-ID: <3FFDAA99.6E4652A3@noaa.gov>

Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available

Proceedings from the June 18 - 20, 2003 Coral Reefs, Climate and Coral
Bleaching workshop are now available on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
website (www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm).

At its 8th meeting in October 2002, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
(USCRTF) passed two resolutions highlighting the impacts of climate and
coral bleaching on coral reefs.  The first resolution on ?Coral Reefs
and Climate Change? called for an interagency, public/private
partnership to advance understanding and management of this issue.  A
second resolution identified climate change and coral bleaching as one
of six priority threats to U.S. reefs and encouraged development of
three-year local action strategies by State/Territory and Federal
partners to address the problem.

In response to these resolutions, the Department of Commerce (NOAA),
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Department of the Interior
(DOI) organized a stakeholder workshop to explore collaborative
approaches to better understand and address threats to coral reefs
associated with climate, with special emphasis on coral bleaching.

Participants included over 100 scientists and managers from U.S.
federal, State and Territorial government, NGOs, academia, and
international agencies currently active in understanding and managing
coral reefs in a changing climate. The three-day workshop addressed the
latest science on climate change and coral bleaching, reviewed current
efforts to develop management strategies in the context of coral
bleaching, and discussed ways to better integrate science and management
information to address the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Visit www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm to view the
Proceedings. Please contact Felipe Arzayus with any questions
(Felipe.Arzayus at noaa.gov).

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:16:42 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
Message-ID: <3FFDAC9A.A397CA55@noaa.gov>

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.

Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118

                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
             1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
             CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to announce
the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral reef
conservation.

The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This award
is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
initiatives.

This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on coral
reef management initiatives with an agency member of the USCRTF.  In
this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a location to
be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be flown to
Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at the next
USCRTF meeting.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements:
? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on coral
reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully completed the
sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy or science with
emphasis on coral reefs;
? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, or
Hawaii.

Application Selection Timetable

Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST

Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004

Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
(*pending availability)

Application Material

All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit the
following material:
? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
? Resume.
? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship will
benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in your
island.

Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:

USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
c/o Shane Guan
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov

Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
Fax: 301-713-4389

Contact
For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
above address.

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From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Fri Jan  9 06:21:20 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:21:20 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Climate Conference - abstract reminder
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE4230299C2B5@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear all

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Happy New Year to you all. This is a reminder to those of you who have
not yet sent in abstracts for the conference that the deadline for
submission is the end of January 2004 (see full details below).
Registration details, with forms and example abstract can be found at:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts as soon as possible. Here is
a reminder of the timetable for the conference - note the deadline for
abstracts:

 

Call for abstracts: September 2003

 

Deadline for abstracts: 31st Jan 2004

 

Programme details online: 31st March 2004

 

Early registration deadline: 31st May 2004

 

Freshwater Biological Association Annual Meeting: 19th-20th July 2004

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems conference: 21st-23rd July 2004

 

Due to our aim in providing an integrated conference where all
participants can hear all talks, and the potential high interest in this
conference, there is likely to be some competition for oral presentation
slots. Contributors are therefore encouraged to:

 

1.	target their presentations (and thus abstracts) to be as
accessible as possible to the wide range of participants at the
conference
2.	present a broad picture or synthesis of ideas within a
particular field fitting to the overarching theme of the conference (for
local studies, it would therefore be beneficial for presenters to put
their work firmly in a global context).
3.	keep abstracts within the word limit and to use the format given
4.	to have the abstracts in before the deadline 

 

The organising committee will review all abstracts the week after the
deadline and select presentations for each of the themed sessions of the
conference to complement the plenary speakers. Oral presentations will
be chosen to give as full range of topics as possible over the
conference. All participants submitting abstracts for an oral
presentation that are not accepted for a talk will be offered to present
as a poster instead.

 

For all communication on the conference, please use the following
conference email:

 

climate at plymouth.ac.uk <mailto:climate at plymouth.ac.uk> 

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts & registration forms and
seeing many of you here in Plymouth in July.

 

Yours,

 

Martin

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Fri Jan  9 11:00:05 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:00:05 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B5F@MIAMIMX>

FYI - Sorry for any cross-postings.

-----Original Message-----
From: John F. Valentine [mailto:jvalentine at disl.org] 
To: Precht, Bill
Subject: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]

Dear Friends,

As you develop your travel plans for the coming year, we hope that you
will consider participating in the upcoming Benthic Ecology Meeting
which will be held March 25-28 in Mobile, Alabama.  To help you with
your planning, we are announcing the posting of the 2004 Benthic Ecology
Meeting website which can now be found on the internet at
http://bem.disl.org.  On this site, you will find descriptions of the
registration and abstract submittal processes, t-shirts and, of course,
a lively social gathering.  In addition, you will find links to the
meeting hotel, travel web sites and the meeting organizers.  When you
have a moment take a look.  We encourage you to book your rooms and send
in your registrations as soon as possible, in order that we can better
plan our annual event.  In the mean time, we stand by to answer any
questions you have about the upcoming meeting.

John F. Valentine - jvalentine at disl.org

-- 
john f. valentine
101 bienville blvd.
dauphin island sea lab &
university of south alabama
dauphin island, al. 35628
office #: 251-861-7546
fax #: 251-861-7540
email: jvalentine at disl.org
disl website: www.disl.org

From raronson at disl.org  Fri Jan  9 12:04:08 2004
From: raronson at disl.org (Rich Aronson)
Date: Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:04:08 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
Message-ID: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>

The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
 
For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004

-- 
_____________________________
Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
Senior Marine Scientist
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA

voice: 251-861-7567
fax:   251-861-7540
_____________________________

From Billy.Causey at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 10 12:08:35 2004
From: Billy.Causey at noaa.gov (Billy Causey)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 12:08:35 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement from The Natura Conservancy
Message-ID: <40003192.8EB28FBB@noaa.gov>

The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Last Great Places

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Marine Habitat Leader
SUPERVISOR: Director, Global Priorities Group
LOCATION:  open
DATE POSTED: December 18, 2003

The Marine Habitat Leader is a new, estimated 12-month position
developed to lead The Nature Conservancy in setting outcome-based
conservation goals, including priority conservation strategies and
places, for all of the world?s marine biomes ? called Major Habitat
Types.  Marine goals will be informed by global scientific assessments
of habitat status, threat and conservation progress, and calibrated
against advancements to be made through TNC and partner efforts.  The
objective of this position is to conduct an expansive and inclusive
process that builds both institutional support and partner engagement
for the conservation of the world?s marine ecoregions.  Responsibilities
include: 1) leading a science-driven assessment of each Marine Major
Habitat Type that culminates in an authoritative ?state of the habitat?
report;  2) conducting a conservation gap analysis to identify priority
areas and priority strategies; 3) articulating initial habitat goals for
TNC; 4) facilitating the establishment of longer-range goals for
relevant TNC programs; 5) contributing to a framework to help inform
Conservancy FY06 planning; and 6) making structural or process-related
recommendations relevant to implementation of these goals.

The Marine Habitat Leader will work with four other habitat leaders to
lead TNC in setting comprehensive conservation goals for all Major
Habitat Types.  In addition, the Marine Leader will ensure integration
and collaboration with the Marine Initiative in both the design and
execution of this process.  Within that broader framework, the Marine
Leader will provide overall leadership on behalf of TNC for Marines
Major Habitat Type goal setting.  It is conceivable that TNC might
co-lead each process with individuals from other institutions.
Specific duties require building and managing a small core ad hoc team
of partners, key TNC staff, senior managers, trustees/Board of
Governors, and Global Priority Group (GPG) staff.   The Marine Leader is
expected to work with other habitat leaders to identify crosscutting
issues and ensure consistent methods.  The Leader will work closely with
the GPG on data management and analysis, mapping, and the overall
process.  The Leader ensures the goal-setting process for marine
habitats remains within budget.  The Director of Global Priorities
supervises the Marine Habitat Leader.

DUTIES:

1. Advance habitat goal-setting for marine within a broader
organizational effort that will set coherent goals and define priorities
for all Major Habitat Types organized under five different habitat
groups (grasslands, deserts, freshwater, marine, and forests).
Collaborate with other Habitat Leaders to ensure learning across groups
and to balance efforts and priorities across and between groups.
2. Work with other institutions to conduct global habitat assessments,
insuring the use of existing information to document and analyze the
status, distribution, threats, geographic priorities, dominant
strategies, level of conservation investments and established
international goals, and gaps relevant to Marine Major Habitat Types.
3. Solicit input from the field to produce a preliminary draft outline
of TNC specific goals, outcomes, priorities and approach to gaps for
conservation of Marine Major Habitat Types.
4. Facilitate a habitat conference with field practitioners from TNC,
trustees, key partners, and potential donors to peer-review a draft
?state of the habitat report?, to refine initial recommendations for TNC
goals and priorities, to galvanize goal setting for programs across TNC,
and to build networks of collaboration across practitioners.
5. Finalize a global context and conservation vision for all Marine
Major Habitat Types (in the form of the state of the habitat report),
including TNC?s goals and contributions to the vision with relevant
measures, clear organizational priorities for discretionary resources,
and collective commitments overall organization.
6. Recommend ongoing operational or structural implications of pursuing
conservation goals for Marine Major Habitat Types.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Credible conservation experience within Marine ecoregions and
familiarity with Marine biogeography. At least 10 years experience in
the conservation field and applying ecological concepts to conservation
decision-making or biodiversity management, particularly as it relates
to Marine habitats.
2. Highly skilled at effective communication with diverse people and
institutions. Experience translating information and ideas between
disciplines or stakeholder groups and excellent speaking and writing
skills required.  Past success in marketing concepts and approaches to
various audiences in building positive and lasting relationships with
people and organizations.
3. Track record of delivering results in a complex process.   Proven
understanding of how organizations work and of how to design program
structures and functions to accomplish specific goals. Ability to
operate effectively in a non-confrontational style in diverse
institutional settings.  Comfort with ambiguity and institutional
change.
4. Excellent management skills.  Knows how to set priorities well,
manage an ad hoc with no direct management authority, and manage
finances.  Able to set and fulfill meaningful goals and objectives, to
develop realistic schedules, to anticipate and solve programmatic or
people-related problems, and to objectively measure performance against
goals and institute changes when merited.
5. Works well independently but is also a good team player.  Able to
accomplish individual and programmatic goals while making a significant
contribution to the broader goals of the organization.
6. Strong commitment to conservation.
7. Willingness to travel frequently, often on short notice.

PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE,  AND A LIST OF 3
OR MORE REFERENCES BY JANUARY 30, 2004 TO jobs at tnc.org  (please include
job title in subject line).

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Visit us at www.nature.org/careers

--

----
Billy D. Causey
Superintendent
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
P.O. Box 500368
Marathon, FL  33050

phone: (305) 743-2437 x26
fax: (305) 743-2357

http://floridakeys.noaa.gov

From dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in  Fri Jan  9 22:19:29 2004
From: dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in (DUGONG)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 08:49:29 +0530
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <000001c3d728$b4978b40$516c41db@aaa>

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU CHARLIE VERON.
All members of INDIAN SOCIETY FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES Congratulates Charlie
Veron for winning the Darwin Melal for his excellent contributions to the
coral reef research in the world.

Dr K. VENKATARAMAN
General Secretary
Indian Society for Coral Reef Studies
C/o Marine Biological Station
Zoological Survey of India
130, Santhome High Road
Chennai 600 028 India
----- Original Message -----
From: Rich Aronson <raronson at disl.org>
To: Coral List <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal

> The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
> Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
> International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
> member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
> her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
> Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
> the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
> Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
> ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
> elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
> at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
> Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
> Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
> scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
>
> For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
> see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
>
> --
> _____________________________
> Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
> Senior Marine Scientist
> Dauphin Island Sea Lab
> 101 Bienville Boulevard
> Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA
>
> voice: 251-861-7567
> fax:   251-861-7540
> _____________________________
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 12:00:42 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 11:00:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV249CieJTjLP000235e0@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on
performance)

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
Headquarters)

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring
protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
organization with the following goals:

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the
private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and
economically sustainable solutions.

 Scope and Functions:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
duties may include:

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions.
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
their reefs.

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
the environment is preferred.

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
conserve coral reef ecosystems.

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 09:52:51 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 10:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] G. memorialis
Message-ID: <Sea2-F35gx3lKy8VBDU000048a2@hotmail.com>

   Hi,

   For  those  of  you  still  interested  in  the pictures of Goreaugyra
   memorialis, I have uploaded them at

   [1]http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/Gm1.jpg

   [2]http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/Gm2.jpg

   Suerte

   Jorge Pinzon

     _________________________________________________________________

   MSN 8 helps [3]ELIMINATE E-MAIL VIRUSES. Get 2 months FREE*.

References

   1. http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/image001.jpg
   2. http://www.geocities.com/jhpinzonc/G-memorialis_files/Gm2.jpg
   3. http://g.msn.com/8HMAEN/2743??PS=

From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 12:57:19 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 11:57:19 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Addendum to Reef Check Belize position
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV58jSpeU8g5P0001a576@hotmail.com>

Hello to all, a few clarifications concerning the open position at Reef
Check Belize:

  1.. I failed to mention that the successful applicant will be a Belizean,
as we are trying to build up local capacity for our program.

  2.. Additionally, the proposed salary may have been a bit misleading as it
is based on the Belizean local scale.

Sorry for any inconvenience, but I wanted to clarify those points and save
some confusion later.

Thanks,

Robyn Woodman

----- Original Message -----
From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
To: "Coral List" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:00 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available

>
>
>
> Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
> Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
> Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based
on
> performance)
>
>
>
> Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
> Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
> Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
> Background
>
> Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based
monitoring
> protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
> Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
> 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
> time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
> organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
> and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and
the
> private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
> reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound
and
> economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
> Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
> Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
> implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
> duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training
sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
> Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check
Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
> government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
> their reefs.
>
>
>
>
> Qualifications
> 1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
> the environment is preferred.
>
> 2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
> 3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
> 4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
> 5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
> conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
> 6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
> Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
> Applications
> Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
> (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
> Green Reef
>
> Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
> 100 Coconut Drive
>
> San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
> Belize, Central America
>
> Office: ++501.226.2833
>
> Home: ++501.226.3174
>
> E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Sun Jan 11 23:51:31 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:51:31 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
References: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>
Message-ID: <00c101c3d8c7$c0f8acc0$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Where can one find out about coral genetic work and its application, or
potential use, as a marine protected area management tool?

Is there someone I can 'talk' to about this? Or perhaps some literature
somewhere. Unfortunately working in the Philppines imposes some limitations
on how much good literature I can get a hold of!

Thanking you all in adavnce!

Jeff Archer

Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations
Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf
West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales 2222
Philippines

Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223
Direct: +63 47 252 8982
Fax: +63 47 252 9000
Mobile: +63 920 900 9770
Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph
Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph
Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tlsnell at buffalo.edu>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 2:33 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure
coral-specificity.

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260
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From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Mon Jan 12 02:06:08 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:08 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
References: <Sea2-F8wVRL5eHVVHZR0001fa63@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <01ec01c3d8da$8ecf8260$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Try to minimise light, especially red spectrum stuff. Maybe keep it in the dark. Diatoms will still settle and the biofilm will still develop, hopefully in the absence of green algae.

Good luck

Jeff
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Wendy Chen 
  To: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 2:29 PM
  Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates

  Thanks for the insight. I tried to leave my glassware to soak in seawater longer, but I was getting a lot of green seaweed growing on it. It was very difficult trying to take that out without taking the biofilm at all. When I left the seaweed in, the larve died within a half a day even in the control that only had filter seawater. I think that my problem may be that there is no water movement in the glass containers. I need to find a way to create some type of movement, no matter how minimal. I will try that out next week. Thanks again. 

  Wendy Chen 
  aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  >From: "OA - JArcher" 
  >Reply-To: "OA - JArcher" 
  >To: "Wendy Chen" 
  >Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  >Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:39:13 +0800 
  > 
  >I don't have a lot of experience, but I find that if you age the settlement 
  >plates a little more than a few days,  then the consistancy of results 
  >improves - to a certain extent, and with limitations. I feel that the 
  >problem may lie in the initial competition/succession rates of the pioneer 
  >species, with patchy cover of biofilm due to competition and growth rates of 
  >any of the multiple species of bacteria that colonise. I find that if we 
  >leave plates longer, then we get a good cover of bacteria and a usually a 
  >stable cover of diatoms on top of that. This also provides good food for our 
  >own needs in terms of culturing corals, echinoderm and holothurian larve. 
  > 
  >It also depends on the nature of the substrate you are using. New Cement or 
  >firbous plates contains leachates which are found in varying concentrations 
  >around the surface which may have an inhibitory effect on subsequent 
  >colonisation and growth. 
  > 
  >Jeff Archer 
  > 
  >Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations 
  >Ocean Adventure 
  >Camayan Wharf 
  >West Ilanin Forest Area 
  >Subic Bay Freeport Zone 
  >Zambales 2222 
  >Philippines 
  > 
  >Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223 
  >Direct: +63 47 252 8982 
  >Fax: +63 47 252 9000 
  >Mobile: +63 920 900 9770 
  >Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph 
  > 
  > 
  > 
  >----- Original Message ----- 
  >From: "Wendy Chen" 
  >To: 
  >Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:40 AM 
  >Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  > 
  > 
  > > 
  > >    Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with 
  > >    pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my 
  > >    controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The 
  > >    glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4 
  > >    days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I 
  > >    get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months, 
  > >    I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same, 
  > >    but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else 
  > >    has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis 
  > >    settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a 
  > >    Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help 
  > >    would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 
  > >    Wendy Chen 
  > >    aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  > >      _________________________________________________________________ 
  > > 
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From kadatschu at web.de  Mon Jan 12 13:36:25 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:36:25 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
Message-ID: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral-Listers, 

I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific Scleractians especially in the area of Panama 
in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of coral larvae settlement .
Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region? 
Are there any known brooding species?
What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?

I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!

Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!

Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!

Holger Anlauf

From joshua at nova.edu  Mon Jan 12 15:06:58 2004
From: joshua at nova.edu (Joshua Feingold)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
In-Reply-To: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20040112150156.00b050f0@pop.nova.edu>

There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter 
Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at 
Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.

Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also 
published in Marine Biology.
1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J. 
Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral 
reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos 
Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.

I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and 
methods section therein.

Cheers,

Joshua Feingold

At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>
>I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific 
>Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
>in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of 
>coral larvae settlement .
>Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
>Are there any known brooding species?
>What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
>
>I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
>
>Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
>
>Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
>
>Holger Anlauf
>
>_______________________________________________
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>Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list

From s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 12 19:06:09 2004
From: s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au (Shelley Anthony)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 08:18:38 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

 

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

 

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on performance)

 

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

 

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef Headquarters)

 

 

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental organization with the following goals:

 

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and economically sustainable solutions. 
 

 Scope and Functions:

 

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the duties may include:  

 

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions. 
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.  
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage their reefs. 
 

 

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to the environment is preferred.  

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.   

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision. 

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to conserve coral reef ecosystems. 

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required. 

 

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

 

 

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833  

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:39:31 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:39:31 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Southern Stingray observations
Message-ID: <001101c3d9eb$70ca6480$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear Coral Listers,

I was wondering if anyone could help on an occurance we have noted here in the Bahamas. In the last two days we have observed 3 dead juvenile (approx 30cm wing span)  Southern Stingrays on the beach adjacent to us. Although subject to strong winds in this area, the days preceeding the finds were calm. Two dolphins were seen in the area subsequently and I was wondering if this may be the cause of the unusual strandings?? No bite marks were noted though our resident turkey vultures had clearly had a feast!

Has anyone seen anything similar or does anyone have any suggestions as to why this may have occurred?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:47:06 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:47:06 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Discarding glass in the ocean
Message-ID: <002101c3d9ec$7fc23890$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear coral listers, 

I have heard that discarding smashed glass in the ocean may be a viable option to recycling the material in remote areas with no viable alternatives to recycling or adequate lanfill control. Any opinions??? We are located near the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep trench 6000ft + in the Bahamas and would like to consider this method if found to be agreeable. 

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science Co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

001242 368 6288

From lou_sileo at usgs.gov  Tue Jan 13 12:12:42 2004
From: lou_sileo at usgs.gov (Louis Sileo)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 11:12:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral fixative
Message-ID: <OF69F7ADBB.842C41F5-ON86256E1A.005E3ECE@er.usgs.gov>

Shelly -- Shawn Mclaughlin and Kathy Price at the NOAA lab in Oxford MD
have been using a product called 'Z Fixative' with seeming good results.
This  is a brand name.  If you are unable to contact them directly, get
back to me at lou_sileo at usgs.gov and I will put you in touch with them.

Lou Sileo
USGS, National Wildlife Health Center
lou_sileo at usgs.gov
608-270-2461

From ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 13 12:19:11 2004
From: ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca (ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 12:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] short-term employment
Message-ID: <1074014351.4004288fa3270@webmail.mcgill.ca>

Dear All,

I am a recently graduated M.Sc. student from McGill University, Montreal,
Canada. I am currently seeking short-term employment (4-6 months). 

For my Master?s thesis, I studied coral reef fish ecology and my undergraduate
and graduate course-work focused on aquatic conservation. My field experience
is extensive. I worked as a field assistant in a Beech-Maple forest, I
conducted an independent study on fish competition in Barbados, I participated
in a semester long program in Panama and I spent 8 months in Barbados
collecting data for my Master?s thesis (accomplishing over 200 dives). I have
also been involved in scientific education initiatives in Panama and have
taught undergraduate level biology students. I am comfortable with statistics,
a wide range of computer programs and have a working knowledge of ArcView 3.2a.
I am fully bilingual in French and English and am competent in Spanish (spoken/
reading). I would be available as of January and I am willing to travel.

If you know of any opportunities (or have one for me), please contact me and I
can send you my full C.V.

Thank you very much for your time,

Ingrid Morgan

ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca

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From kadatschu at web.de  Tue Jan 13 21:57:31 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 18:57:31 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Mistake in email adress in Question about coral
	spawning!
Message-ID: <007a01c3da4b$2a9f2120$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral list, 

Thanks for the replies to far. 

There was a mistake in my email address that needs to be corrected. 

It is holger.anlauf at stud.uni-rostock.de !!!

Best wishes 

Holger Anlauf

From szmanta at uncw.edu  Tue Jan 13 14:03:11 2004
From: szmanta at uncw.edu (Szmant, Alina)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 14:03:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <4E15FCC7981F7A4CA5AA0DEF4B2141C9054231C9@UNCWMAILVS2.dcs.uncw.edu>

Hi Shelley:

I used a fixative called Helly's [also known as Zenkers when made as below with the ZnCl2] for many years and it works well for corals:

1000 gm Zn Cl2
500 gm K dichromate
20 L distilled water

Above is stable indefinitely.  For use, add 5 ml of formaldehyde (37 to 40 %) to each 100 ml of Helly's

Decalcification is critical to getting good coral tissue preps.  The folowing is better than straight HCl solutions:

0.7 gm/L EDTA
0.008 gm/L KNa tartrate
0.14 gm/L Na tartrate
99.2 ml/L conc. HCl (12N)

Change acid at least twice per day and keep removing crud from decalcifying surfaces (endolithic sponges, etc).  Wash for ca. 12 with running tap water (overnight) to remove acid before dehydrating to embed, etc.

Techniques were learned from PaulYevich, US EPA and found in a short  technical manual that is not generally available and I am not sure if it was published:

Yevich, P and C. Barszcz.  1981.  Preparation of aquatic animals for histopathological examination.  US EPA, Environmental Monitoring and Support Laboratory, Cincinnati Ohio USA

******************************************************************* 
Dr. Alina M. Szmant 
Coral Reef Research Group 
Professor of Biology 
Center for Marine Science 
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 
5600  Marvin K. Moss Lane 
Wilmington  NC  28409-5928 
tel  (910)962-2362  fax  (910)962-2410 
email  szmanta at uncw.edu 
http//people.uncw.edu/szmanta/
******************************************************************

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Shelley
Anthony
Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 7:06 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

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From scip9051 at nus.edu.sg  Wed Jan 14 09:41:38 2004
From: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg (James Rolfe Guest)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 22:41:38 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
Message-ID: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>

Hi Shelley,

You're right when you say there is no standardised method for histological processing of coral tissue. I'm not sure if there is one optimal method that can be applied in any situation. Personally, I think it is better to apply the most appropriate method for the job in hand. 

The most common method is to use 10% seawater formalin, embed in parafin wax and stain with Mayer's Haemotoxilin and Eosin. I have been looking at the gametogenic cycles of certain corals and got better results from using a 5% seawater-formalin-Zenker's fixative (add 50g zinc chloride, 25g potassium dichromate per litre of solution) and stain with Aniline Blue/Azocarmine G as used by Glynn et al (1994), Marine Biology 118 p 191-208. A really useful book with many fixation and staining techniques is Luna (1968) Manual of histological staining methods of the armed forces institute of pathology, 3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. 

If you plan to do histopathology combined with molecular techniques (e.g. fluorescent in situ hybridisation) you might fix with 4% paraformaldehyde. Gluteraldehyde/Osmium gives very good preservation and is generally used for doing EM work, but has been used for examination of coral diseases by light microscopy, see Bythell et al (2002) Histopathological methods for the investigation of microbial communities associated with disease lesions in reef corals LETT APPL MICROBIOL 34 (5): 359-364.

I hope these comments are useful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

James    

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Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
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Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

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From brumba at amnh.org  Wed Jan 14 12:33:10 2004
From: brumba at amnh.org (Dan Brumbaugh)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 12:33:10 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] postdoc opportunity: marine GIS modeling in support of
 MPA research
Message-ID: <p06020400bc2b26e0bb9f@[172.16.14.139]>

   Apologies  for  cross-postings.   Please  feel  free to forward to any
   possible candidates.  Questions and applications should be directed to
   Ned Horning <horning at amnh.org>.  Thanks.

   DRAFT - anticipated vacancy
   
   MARINE GIS MODELER Post-Doc/Consultant
   CENTER FOR BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION, AMNH
   The   American   Museum   of   Natural  History's  (AMNH)  Center  for
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   and  implementation  of  habitat models with staff from the Center for
   Biodiversity and Conservation and collaborators at other institutions.
   Qualifications
   Candidates  must  have a Ph.D. degree with a strong grounding in model
   development,  marine  environmental  science, and experience in remote
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From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Wed Jan 14 19:34:00 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 16:34:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
In-Reply-To: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>
Message-ID: <20040115003400.47057.qmail@web14917.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all 

this is becoming interesting...this is the second
time in a year that this subject has appeared on
the list.....

the use of fixatives and decalcification method
is difficult to be generalised....it varies form
coral species.....

I have been using 4% formalin-Seawater and later
10% formalin-Seawater mixture for fixing and
then, store it in ethanol indefinitely after 48
hours in 10% formalin-seawater.

For decalcification, I prepare 1:1 mixture of 20%
citric acid and 50% formic acid, which works very
fine for me.....i get the tissues decalcified
overnight....

I agree with James......there is no optimal
method ...one has to decide which method is best
for the  samples he or she is dealing with

Regards
Shashank 

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From goldberg at fiu.edu  Thu Jan 15 12:42:19 2004
From: goldberg at fiu.edu (goldberg at fiu.edu)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 12:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral  fixation and decal
Message-ID: <20040115174219.WTYD19078.spn25c0@spn25c0>

I may as well throw my two cents in on this topic. While 
it is true that there is nothing standard when it comes to 
fixation and decalcification of corals, there is a 
considerable literature on how to decalcify vertebrate 
tissue. It would be a mistake not to consider all of that 
work, depite the differences in mineralization between 
the two systems. Take a look at  Callis et al.,  Journal of 
histotechnology 21: 49-58, 1998 for a review. If you are 
not planning on anything more than standard histology, 
you can do pretty much anything that has been 
suggested. However, if you plan on looking at cell 
structure or tissue relationships, the literature is pretty 
clear that fixation and decalcification methods do 
matter. Unbuffered formalin or strong mineral acids, for 
example, will distort the cytoplasm and cause the loss 
of proteoglycan typical of calcified material (see 
Goldberg, Tissue and Cell 33: 376-387, 2001). For my 
own general work with coral tissues I use a somewhat 
hypertonic medium compared to seawater: 2.5-3% 
glutaraldehyde + 0.15 M NaCl buffered with 0.1 M 
cacodylate to pH 7.6-7.8. For decalcification of small 
specimens I use 2% ascorbic acid (Dietrich & Fontaine, 
Stain Technology 50: 351-354, 1975) or 5%  lactic 
acid/k-lactate buffered to pH 4 for larger chunks (see 
Eggert & Germain, Histochemistry 59: 215-224, 1979).
I will be happy to provide more specifics once I know 
what you are looking for.
best wishes,
wmg

Walter M. Goldberg
Professor of Biological Sciences &
Marine Invertebrate Search Committee Chair
Florida International University
Department of Biological Sciences
University Park
Miami, FL 33199
e-mail goldberg at fiu.edu
URL   www.fiu.edu/~goldberg

From fatemi at tavana.net  Thu Jan 15 14:45:38 2004
From: fatemi at tavana.net (Fatemi)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 23:15:38 +0330
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea
Message-ID: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran

From intern at coral.org  Thu Jan 15 17:56:15 2004
From: intern at coral.org (Cheryl Chen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:56:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for Educational Materials
Message-ID: <BC2C5A8E.1ADF%intern@coral.org>

Dear Colleagues,

I am writing to you on behalf of The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) to request
entries of any educational or outreach materials that you use to promote
coral reef conservation. These materials will be used to advance public
awareness through an effort know as the International Coral Reef Information
Network (ICRIN), the communications arm of the International Coral Reef
Action Network (ICRAN).
 
Within ICRIN is our Education & Outreach Materials Library
(http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/home.htm), which is an online catalog of
coral reef awareness tools and publications. Through the library, coral reef
conservationists looking for education and outreach materials can quickly
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The Library has been built by organizations around the world that have
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From b_bezy at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 16 13:16:33 2004
From: b_bezy at hotmail.com (Bernadette bezy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:16:33 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
Message-ID: <Sea1-F130reBBsQwY6Y0000001d@hotmail.com>

Dear Holger,

In addition to the Glynn et al. (1991, 1994, 1996, 2000) papers in Marine 
Biology,  the following thesis could be useful for your work in Panama:

Smith, D, 1991. The reproduction and recruitment of Porites panamensis 
Verrill at Uva Island, Pacific Panama. Masters Thesis. University of Miami. 
Miami, Florida.

Much of the Smith (1991) information is summarized in Glynn et al. 1994; 
however, since the study pertains specifically to your area (Pacific 
Panama), the detail in the thesis might be of use to you.

Suerte,
Bernadette Bezy
b_bezy at hotmail.com
CIMAR, University of Costa Rica

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>Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
>From: Joshua Feingold <joshua at nova.edu>
>Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
>	Scleractinians.
>To: "Holger Anlauf" <kadatschu at web.de>,
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>There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter
>Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at
>Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.
>
>Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also
>published in Marine Biology.
>1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J.
>Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral
>reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos
>Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.
>
>I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and
>methods section therein.
>
>Cheers,
>
>Joshua Feingold
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>At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
> >Dear Coral-Listers,
> >
> >I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific
> >Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
> >in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of
> >coral larvae settlement .
> >Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
> >Are there any known brooding species?
> >What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
> >
> >I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
> >
> >Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
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>Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
>From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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>Dear Coral-Listers,
>   I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with
>different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I
>have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per
>recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous
>conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other
>sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin,
>10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's
>fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily
>working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to
>have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the
>intended usage.
>       My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for
>hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of
>histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of
>results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would
>appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my
>email address.  Thanks!
>Cheers,
>Shelley
>
>--
>Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>
>PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
>School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
>James Cook University
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>Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
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From a_stone at reefkeeper.org  Thu Jan 15 13:50:51 2004
From: a_stone at reefkeeper.org (Alexander Stone)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:50:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query
Message-ID: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>

Hello, All...

I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.

I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
Tanzanian fishers.

I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.

Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
appreciated.

Many thanks,

Alexander Stone
ReefGuardian International
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From abaker at wcs.org  Fri Jan 16 18:03:58 2004
From: abaker at wcs.org (Andrew Baker)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:03:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: identifying zooxanthellae
In-Reply-To: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>
Message-ID: <000001c3dc85$07bfb070$9ce93b80@Coral>

Dear Mohammad 

Fortunately, you are not alone in being confused about the taxonomy of
Symbiodinium, and I suppose for this reason it's probably a good time to
post some clarification to coral-list in case other researchers out there
find this discussion useful. 

There are eleven named species in the genus Symbiodinium (some of which have
been formally described, others have been less formally described but the
names are still used). All of these "species" have been described from
morphological description of cultured isolates. 

The actual diversity of Symbiodinium in nature is much greater than this,
but all of the data revealing this comes from molecular DNA studies. As a
result, most of the different Symbiodinium that have been documented from
DNA work have no name and no formal description. This is partly because few
people have had the chance to culture all the different types that have been
found in molecular surveys, and partly because there is a real problem
determining which types constitute different species and which ones do not
(sexual reproduction has not yet been directly observed in these organisms,
although there is fairly good genetic evidence indicating that it does
occur). 

In an attempt to come up with a reference system for all these different
types of "zooxanthellae" that have no names, it was recognized that these
different types could be divided into different groups (based on their DNA
sequences). Members of each of these groups are more closely related to each
other than they are to algae in other groups. These groups are the "clades"
that get referred to so often. It's a bit like grouping all if the people
who live in a small town according to which family they belong to. 

(A clade is a monophyletic taxon. What this means is that it is a group of
organisms that includes the most recent common ancestor of all of the
members of the group, as well as all of the descendants of that most recent
common ancestor.)

In Symbiodinium, at least seven different clades have been identified so
far. These clades (groups) have been referred to by different letters of the
alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F and G). Some of these clades contain one or more
described (named) species, but others have no described species in them -
they are just unusual groups of algae that no-one has yet wanted (or been
able) to culture and describe formally as yet. Although there are lots of
undescribed and un-named types of Symbiodinium in culture around the world,
there is generally a lack of enthusiasm to describe them and give them names
because of the species problem I mentioned above, and also because it's a
terrific amount of work to do properly. 

So the term "clade" has been used as a convenient handle to refer to
different types of "zooxanthellae". However, as a reminder, each clade of
algae is really a group of closely-related (but nevertheless different)
types. So when referring to a particular clade it should be recognized that
this isn't really a complete identification. It just narrows down the
possibilities. 

I think the extensive use of the word "clade" in the literature has resulted
in many coral biologists who do not work specifically in this area to assume
that this term can be used interchangeably with the term "species". This is
not correct. The fact remains that we have no idea how many species are out
there; we just know that the group is very diverse. This should not
discourage us, however, because (beginning in the 1990s) plenty of
interesting findings were made by just identifying different algae to the
level of clade. Since about the year 2000 finer levels of resolution have
been developed that have been equally useful and now there are now many
recognizably distinct types of Symbiodinium within all of the different
clades. Unfortunately there is no agreement yet on how to refer to them all.
But perhaps we'll figure this out in the near future. 

One final thing: It should be emphasized that just because two different
types of algae belong to the same clade, they may not necessarily be closely
similar to one another physiologically or otherwise. Different algae in the
same clade have in some cases been shown to be quite distinct. So we should
be careful about making generalized statements regarding the properties of
particular clades. 

I hope this helps. For those who are interested, there is a Special Session
(Session 1-9) at the 10th ICRS meeting in Japan on Symbiodinium diversity
and its implications for corals and coral reefs. 

A recent review (December 2003) also discusses Symbiodinium diversity and
the issues raised above in more detail:

Baker AC. 2003. Flexibility and specificity in coral-algal symbiosis:
Diversity, ecology and biogeography of Symbiodinium. Annu. Rev. Ecol. Syst.
34: 661-689

I can send a pdf copy to anyone who is interested.

Sincerely

Andrew Baker

___________________
Andrew C. Baker, Ph.D.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Center for Environmental Research and Conservation
MC5557, Columbia University
1200 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, New York 10027, USA
Voice: +1 (212) 854-8184
Fax: +1 (212) 854-8188

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Fatemi
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:46 PM
To: Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus
Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or
to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this
regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I
could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the
names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge
is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran
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From a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 19 01:29:56 2004
From: a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au (Andrew Chin)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 16:29:56 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Download the State of the Great Barrier Reef report
References: <Pine.SGI.4.44L.01.0307140705560.2260679-100000@umbc7.umbc.edu>
Message-ID: <400B7964.2DF5AAED@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear colleagues,

Apologies for cross postings.

The State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is now available for download in
Adobe PDF format. The Report is essentially GBRMPA's "report card" on the
condition of the Great Barrier Reef, the pressures it faces and the responses
made by managing agencies to deal with these pressures.  While the Report is
best viewed as a "live" web document, complete PDF versions of each chapter of
the report are now available for download from the following URL:

http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/downloads.html

To view the live, web based version (including the previously published 1998
report), please visit:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/

As the State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is under a process of
continuous development and review, new chapters will periodically be published
and existing material updated to include the latest information. If you
require any further information or have any queries, please feel free to
contact me, contact details below.

regards

Andrew
-----------------------------------------------------
***
ANDREW CHIN
Project Manager
Research and Monitoring Coordination
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
PO Box 1379
TOWNSVILLE, QLD 4810
Australia
+61 7 4750 0810 ph.
+61 7 4772 6093 fax.
GMT + 10 hours
a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au
***
Visit the State of the Great Barrier Reef report on-line at:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/
***
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From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 19 13:47:46 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106@noaa.gov>

[NOTE:  This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.  
Please respond to through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp  Tue Jan 20 00:47:44 2004
From: kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp (Hajime Kayanne)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>

Dear Participants of 10ICRS,

Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be 
shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY, 2004.

Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site 
http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
then go to Registration (Form A) 
https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in 
the form with your payment of registration fee.

We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of 
on-site cancellations,
LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is 
a trade-off),
as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix 
budgetary framework.
We are sorry we cannot accept any individual situations, and hope your 
understanding and cooperation.

Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January 
until the symposium on site.
But 31 January is the dead-line date for early registration with discount 
registration fee.

We hope to meet you all in Okinawa and to hold the most productive and 
enjoyable symposium,

All the best,
Hajime Kayanne
Secretary General 10ICRS
-- 
---- Hajime KAYANNE ----
Department of Earth & Planetary Science,
University of Tokyo
Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan
http://www-sys.eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~coral/
Tel: 81-3-5841-4573
Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358

From mucoralin at yahoo.co.in  Tue Jan 20 08:53:23 2004
From: mucoralin at yahoo.co.in (=?iso-8859-1?q?Murali=20M.R.?=)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
Message-ID: <20040120135323.32235.qmail@web8302.mail.in.yahoo.com>

Dear all,
 
Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of sea water???.....
 
Regards,
M.R.Murali

Yahoo! India Mobile: Ringtones, Wallpapers, Picture Messages and more.Download now.

From N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk  Tue Jan 20 07:58:01 2004
From: N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk (Nicholas Polunin)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 12:58:01 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] International Society for Reef Studies: new Web site!
Message-ID: <52E50E4D595DDE4D861117A1FB62E79D010B559C@bond.ncl.ac.uk>

Dear coral-listers

On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/

Please note a number of important features of this site:

(1) ISRS membership application form (student savings on 10ICRS
registration!)

(2) Online contact about ISRS membership queries!!

(3) 10th ICRS Okinawa (2004) Web site (cheaper registration closes 31
January!)

(4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)

(5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
March!)

... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be! 

Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
Marine Science & Technology, Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, England
Society www.uncwil.edu/isrs
10 ICRS www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
Journal www.springerlink.com/
News www.uncwil.edu/isrs/reef_encounter.html

From rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl  Tue Jan 20 08:31:41 2004
From: rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl (Ruben van Hooidonk)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic
 radiation of dinoflagellates
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.2.20040120141851.01c093f8@pop.quicknet.nl>

Dear all,

As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the 
zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of 
dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this 
relation (if there is any).

Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding 
literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic 
radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?

Kind regards,

Ruben van Hooidonk
rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl

From ommm at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jan 20 14:17:09 2004
From: ommm at wanadoo.fr (Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] coral growth
Message-ID: <GCEAKGFIEIMNAHFDDDHDKEOBCBAA.ommm@wanadoo.fr>

Good day all,

I've been looking for the growth rate of caribbean coral species in
different public database without any success. Does someone know they are
available somewhere?

Thanks for your help

Sophie Brugneaux
Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais
7, avenue Condorcet
97200 Fort de France
ommm at wanadoo.fr

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Tue Jan 20 17:47:23 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 17:47:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting,
 Feb 24-25, Washington, D.C.
Message-ID: <400DAFFA.B54E19CC@noaa.gov>

* For Distribution *

Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, February 24 ? 25,
2004, Washington, DC

The next meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (Task Force)
will be held in Washington, DC, on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 24 ? 25, 2004.  The meeting is open to
the public and participation is
encouraged.  Limited space is available for exhibits and displays on
February 24 ? 25, and there will be opportunity for public comment on
February 25.

The Task Force, which consists of senior representatives of twelve U.S.
federal agencies, seven U.S. states/territories, and three Freely
Associated States, meets twice a year to discuss priorities, progress,
and other issues related to
conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems.  The Task Force
meetings also provide a forum for a wide
variety of interested government and non-government stakeholders to
present and discuss issues and contributions
with the Task Force.

The 2-day meeting will be held on February 24 ? 25 at the auditorium of
the U.S. Department of Commerce at 14th
Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  On February 24,
there will be a Workshop on Outreach and Education efforts, and two
science panel discussions.  On February 25, there will be a business
meeting of the full Task Force.

Detailed information such as meeting registration, travel, lodging, and
agenda will be posted at the Task Force website www.coralreef.gov once
it is available.  For additional information please contact Shane Guan
<Shane.Guan at noaa.gov>.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 21 06:48:59 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 06:48:59 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400E672B.6040309@noaa.gov>

[NOTE: This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.

Please respond through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 11:50:06 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 17:50:06 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral captive breeding
Message-ID: <Sea2-F37VwrblZz02H6000146bc@hotmail.com>

   hello,

   I  have  been told of an aquarium tradesman in London who participates
   in coral captive breeding research.

   Do any of you have any information on this?
   Thank you,
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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From bristod at mccfl.edu  Wed Jan 21 12:17:25 2004
From: bristod at mccfl.edu (Bristol, Denise)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 12:17:25 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Basic coral reef ecology textbook
Message-ID: <036AA3246BBF1742A753C4871CE77654D3AFA9@mcc.cc.fl.us>

I am seeking a coral reef ecology/biology text book for a course I am designing at Manatee Community College, Florida. The course will be offered during the summer 2004 and will include a field trip to Honduras.  I would prefer a book that deals primarily with Atlantic reefs.  I have been having a hard time finding a text that is not just a general marine biology text.  Does anyone know of such a book?

Denise Bristol
Department of Natural Sciences
Manatee Community College
8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
941-408-1494
email: bristod at mccfl.edu 

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 12:12:21 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 18:12:21 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] phd studentship search
Message-ID: <Sea2-F14pzTHkzZqgIE0000603d@hotmail.com>

   Hello,

   I  am  looking  for  PhD  studentships  in the following areas and was
   hoping one of you could send me some information!

   Captive breeding of larvae for aquarium fish

   Cell culture regarding marine organisms (ie proteoglycannes, etc)

   Biophotonic functions of marine skeletons

   Thank you!
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 21 19:20:23 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:20:23 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement with CORAL
In-Reply-To: <FFEPLLHPJBOJHJHHGIBFEEDOCCAA.tmeshish@coral.org>
Message-ID: <BC345746.1AF77%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

Job Announcement with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)

PROGRAM MANAGER
The program manager is responsible for developing and
carrying out CORAL?s role in a three-year Sustainable
Tourism project in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System,
coordinated by the International Coral Reef Action Network
(ICRAN), and funded by the United Nations Environment
Program (UNEP) and USAID.  The candidate will work closely
with CORAL?s partners to develop sustainable tourism practices
in coral reef parks and to support the creation of new,
sustainable coral reef parks in the MBRS.  The manager?s
primary responsibilities will be in project management and
curriculum development, training of dive operators and park
staff, technical assistance coordination, and integrating
training and technical assistance into other program elements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Curriculum development, training and technical support:

- Create conservation, outreach and educational materials for
The support of new and existing coral reef parks, marine
protected areas, and sustainable tourism practices in the private
sector.
- Develop training materials for coral reef park managers and
stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to MPA managers,
private sector partners and other stakeholders, in English
and Spanish.
- Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks and regions
where CORAL has provided assistance.
- Help coordinate a communications network for marine park managers
in order to improve the exchange of information, expertise and
resources.

* Project Management and Coordination:
- Program planning.
- Budget development.
- Project evaluation.
- Grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation
Project management.
- Strong Spanish and English written and oral communication
skills.
- Proven training and teaching experience.
- Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time.
- Strong project management skills and proven teamwork ability.
- Familiarity with grant reporting to foundations and government
agencies.
- Experience in working cooperatively with divers, the dive-tourism
industry, park managers and government officials.
- Graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Committment to CORAL?s mission.
- Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience.

Reports to the Program Director.
The position will be based out of CORAL's San Francisco office.
Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY
Please e-mail resume, cover letter and names of three references to
jobs at coral.org.

For more information about the Coral Reef Alliance,
please visit our website http://www.coral.org/.

From jltorres38 at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 07:52:23 2004
From: jltorres38 at hotmail.com (Juan Torres)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:52:23 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] MAA's standards
Message-ID: <BAY1-F137kOhpWL26mt00045e8c@hotmail.com>

Dear all,
I am a Ph.D. student working on the effects of UV radiation on Caribbean 
shallow-water corals. As part of the study I am doing HPLC analysis of the 
different photosynthetic and photoprotective pigments. Eventhough I have a 
very good idea of the different MAA's found in my samples, I do not have any 
standards to corroborate the identity of them. I would like to know if there 
is anyone who has worked before with this type of pigments and have some 
standards that can either facilitate of sell?

Thanks,
Juan L. Torres
Univ. of Puerto Rico
Dept. Marine Sciences
PO Box 3210
Lajas, PR 00667 USA

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From deevon at bellsouth.net  Thu Jan 22 09:56:36 2004
From: deevon at bellsouth.net (DeeVon Quirolo)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 09:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Re: Self cleaning mooring buoy
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20040122095535.01660b48@mail.bellsouth.net>

>>>Craig Quirolo, founder of the environmental group Reef Relief, based out of
>>>Key West, Florida, has discovered a very simple method of keeping
>>>reef-mooring buoys clean. The 'self-cleaning device' will work on virtually
>>>all round buoys designed with a line that passes through the middle of them.
>>>This simple device will save marine sanctuaries around the world millions of
>>>dollars in cleaning expenses annually and only costs pennies per buoy to
>>>install.
>>>
>>>The discovery of the self-cleaning process was a surprise to Craig who had
>>>no intention of inventing such a device. The self-cleaning device is a
>>>combination of simplicity and practicality. "I would like to thank all of
>>>the individuals and foundations who have supported Reef Relief's reef 
>>>mooring
>>>buoy programs over the past twenty years and share the credit with them.
>>>Without their support I would not have been in a position to make this 
>>>discovery,"
>>>announced Quirolo.
>>>
>>>It all started two years ago in Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas, where Reef
>>>Relief maintains 18 reef-mooring buoys. A landowner asked Craig if he
>>>could re-connect a mooring buoy that had broken near his land that he had
>>>installed to protect a pristine sea grass area from anchor damage. It is
>>>rare when this buoy is not in use. The replacement buoy had such a large
>>>hole passing through the center of it that Craig had to create a new system
>>>to attach the buoy to the down line. To make a long story short the buoy
>>>never attracted any algal growth and always looked clean, as if somebody had
>>>polished it. After two years of being spotless Craig became intrigued as to
>>>who or what was cleaning the buoy.
>>>
>>>Cleaning buoys on location spreads algae over the reef and could compromise
>>>the health of corals. This is currently the practice through out the Florida
>>>Keys National Marine Sanctuary where algae is pressure washed from the buoys
>>>while they are still attached.
>>
>>
>>>Craig developed a concern over buoy cleaning while he maintained (for eleven
>>>years) the 117-reef mooring buoys installed by Reef Relief  near Key West,
>>>which are now part of the FKNMS program.  "On calm days, while cleaning 
>>>buoys,
>>>I would watch the algae float down to the bottom and questioned if this 
>>>practice
>>>was compromising the coral,"  explained Quirolo.
>>>
>>>Reef Relief would like the cleaning system to be used through out the world
>>>and is offering the design free to all of those who want to use it. The
>>>design is extremely inexpensive, quick to install and works so well that the
>>>buoys always look polished.
>>>
>>>Contact Craig at cquirolo at bellsouth.net for more information.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 22 12:06:11 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:06:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] A Gathering of Researchers
In-Reply-To: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
References: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <40100303.3090207@noaa.gov>

   Greetings!
   Re:  previous announcement at:
   [1]http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/00046
   0.html
        The  PDF file of the workshop/think tank entitled "The Effects of
   Combined   Sea   Temperature,  Light,  and  Carbon  Dioxide  on  Coral
   Bleaching,  Settlement,  and  Growth,"  held  at  the Caribbean Marine
   Research Center (CMRC) on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, January 20-24,
   2003, is now available at:
       [2]http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   The  layout of the PDF is designed to be printed double-sided so as to
   accommodate  the  hard  copy  print  format.   For  those  of  you who
   requested  hard  copies, they will not be available until some time in
   February;  I'll send them to you at that time.  Also, I will have some
   available at session 2-12 of the 10th ICRS.
        At the link noted above, you can download the entire document, as
   well  as  click  each author's name and title to view the PDF files of
   their  PowerPoint  presentations.  The chapters corresponding to those
   presentations are in the main document.
        The  Conclusions chapter is listed at the bottom of the page (and
   the end of the document) and is a summary of all the presentations.
       Thank you for your interest and patience.
       Cheers,
       Jim
 ----------------------------------------------------
  James C. Hendee, Ph.D.
  Coral Health and Monitoring Program
  Ocean Chemistry Division
  Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  U.S. Department of Commerce
  4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
  Miami, FL  33149-1026

  Voice:  (305) 361-4396
  Fax:    (305) 361-4392
  Email:  [3]jim.hendee at noaa.gov
  Web:    [4]http://www.coral.noaa.gov

References

   1. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/000460.html
   2. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   3. mailto:jim.hendee at noaa.gov
   4. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/

From ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk  Thu Jan 22 14:44:11 2004
From: ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk (E.S.Morris)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:44:11 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Mangrove / Reef Interaction Projects
Message-ID: <4010280B.3030001@bangor.ac.uk>

Dear Coral Listers,

I am an MSc student at the University of Wales, Bangor studying Marine 
Environmental Protection.

I am currently seeking advice and support for a research project related 
with coral reef / mangrove interactions, to start in June 2004.  I have 
a long-standing interest in both areas, with most experience on 
Indo-Pacific reef baseline surveys, although my particular area of 
interest is in mangrove replanting schemes and their effects on reef 
fish and / or invert populations.

If you are working in the field in this area I would be very grateful 
for any advice or help that you could give me for finding a project in 
this or an associated subject.  I am flexible as to my project title and 
would be very happy to gain any opportunity to work with an existing 
team researching in this area.

If you think that you could help, or would like to discuss the subject 
in more detail, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  My C.V. is 
available for any interested parties.

Thank you,
Liz Morris

University of Wales, Bangor
Menai Bridge,
Anglesey,
U.K.

-- 
E.S.Morris         ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk

From gte405r at mail.gatech.edu  Thu Jan 22 14:54:43 2004
From: gte405r at mail.gatech.edu (Sara Brogdon)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:54:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Okinawa meeting
Message-ID: <1074801283.40102a83401e9@webmail.mail.gatech.edu>

I'm a graduate student looking for another female to share a hotel room at the 
Coral Reef meeting in Okinawa. Please contact me if you're interested.

Thank you,
Sara Brogdon
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0230
gte405r at prism.gatech.edu

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the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us."
-Calvin, The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

"I try to make everyone's day a little more surreal."  
-Calvin, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, p152-3 
 

 
 
  

 

From CMorrall at sgu.edu  Thu Jan 22 15:30:24 2004
From: CMorrall at sgu.edu (Clare Morrall)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 16:30:24 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for guidance locating Caribbean sponge species
	in Grenada
Message-ID: <OFC8259A6F.E46FAF6B-ON04256E23.00704FAD-04256E23.007087BF@sgu.edu>

Greetings from Grenada!
I  am Yuji Ise, a Ph. D candidate from the University of Tokyo currently on
a short research trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. I need to collect the
following species of sponges: Spheciospongia  vesparia (the common
Loggerhead sponge), Cliona (Anthosigmella) varians (Variable sponge), and
Cervicornia cuspidifera. I have conducted a number of dives at depths
ranging from 8m to 30m off the west coast of the island (offshore of the
Grand Anse beach). I have not yet encountered any of the species I need.
Has anyone got any idea what type of the habitat, depth and substrate type
I am likely to find these species at? Potential dive/snorkel areas range
from high current rocky substrate sites off the south coast of the island,
to sheltered sandy lagoons.
I would be hugely grateful if anyone has any advice on the likely
whereabouts of these species. I will be in Grenada until January 29th.
Please contact me c/o Dr Clare Morrall at St. George?s University, Grenada
email: cmorrall at sgu.edu, telephone: 473 444 4175 ext. 2360, fax: 473 439
1835

From ta at coastalzone.com  Fri Jan 23 09:07:32 2004
From: ta at coastalzone.com (Thorne Abbott)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:07:32 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Info on Small Island States Committee at the World
	Parks Congress
Message-ID: <3F615C4A0004D677@mta8.wss.scd.yahoo.com>

Dear fellow Coral listers;

I would appreciate any contact information on the Small Island States Committee
that was initiated at the World Parks Congress in Durban, South Africa last
September.  Thank you!
website - http://coastalzone.com
research - http://www.coastalzone.com/research.htm
resume -http://www.coastalzone.com/EnvironmentalPro.htm

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Thu Jan 22 19:57:07 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:57:07 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From browndil at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 23 13:32:43 2004
From: browndil at hotmail.com (paul brown)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 13:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>

Hi all,
I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or are 
these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which is the most 
current?
Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
appreciated.

Paul Brown
PhD candidate
University of Calgary
Department of Biological Sciences
2500 University Drive
Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
T2N 1N4
(403) 210-5484

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From gofish at jhu.edu  Fri Jan 23 15:25:11 2004
From: gofish at jhu.edu (Gary Ostrander)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:25:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>

When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
there were a few sites around the island where the local population
routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
artificial reefs.

Gary K. Ostrander
Johns Hopkins University

>>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:47:22 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:47:22 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Peer Reviewers Needed
Message-ID: <015601c3e1e9$b81aa790$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) is looking for a few good peer reviewers to read and comment on upcoming proposals. Your expert knowledge will help us to select the best projects to sponsor. Reviewers will receive the proposals on March 1, 2004 and would have until March 25, 2004 to complete the review (roughly 1 month).  

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  If you would like to find out more about our program and past projects, please refer to our website (www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri).  

 

We recognize that to do justice to the proposals submitted requires a large amount of time on your part.  If you are able to review 4-5 proposals, I would like to offer you a very small remuneration for your time (US$100) or a book of your choice (not to exceed $100).  It by no means covers the cost of your extremely valuable and overbooked schedule, but it does represent how much we appreciate you sharing some of it with us.

 

If you just cannot review 4-5 proposals, but would like to help us, it would be wonderful if you could even review 1-2.  

 

If you are interested, please contact Risa Minato at risaminato at hawaii.rr.com by February 12th, 2004.  Also indicate in your email which priorities (listed below) you feel best meets your area of expertise.  

 

 

HCRI-RP Research Priorities for FY2004-2005

 

1.  Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

2.  Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

As already discussed, Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, disease, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

2a.  Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects that seek to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and make recommendations for management action.  The Management Committee is also interested in research to assess methods to control or eradicate algal blooms and research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause such blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2b. Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2c. Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2d. Disease:  To date coral disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems,  However, there is a need to assess and monitor the emerging threats of disease to corals and other coral reef organisms in Hawaii.  What diseases currently infect the state's reef ecosystem?  What can resource managers do to avoid or minimize impacts?

 

2e. Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs.  Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical strategies to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).  

 

2f. Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.

 

 

3. Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

4. "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

5. Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

From rlee at roblee.com  Fri Jan 23 17:01:22 2004
From: rlee at roblee.com (Robert E. Lee)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 14:01:22 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Time Lapse Photography
Message-ID: <200401232201.i0NM1ReR001122@custmail0.corp.aus.wayport.net>

I am undertaking a design of a time-lapse photography instrument to study
the inhabitation activities of an artificial reef structure. I would
appreciate any leads on camera equipment, digital image storage, retrieval
via wireless or satellite links, in a shallow (<20 meters) coral reef
environment, with a collection of images at a rate of 4-20 a day over a 3-6
month timeframe between diver visits.

 

Rob Lee

rlee at roblee.com

www.roblee.com

909.748.0825

 

From overholk at science.oregonstate.edu  Fri Jan 23 18:51:03 2004
From: overholk at science.oregonstate.edu (Karen McLeod)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:51:03 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Conch as artificial reef
In-Reply-To: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>
Message-ID: <NHBBJGMAILPFHGGGIAHHCEAPCFAA.overholk@science.oregonstate.edu>

Hi Kirstie -
In my experience based on research conducted in the Bahamas (near Lee
Stocking Island), conch shells made great substrates for the settlement of
small fishes such as damselfish and wrasses.  However, no corals (not even
fire coral!) recruited to these shells over a 3 year period.  I would
suggest using them in combination with other substrates to increase the
diversity of potential recruits (of both fish and inverts), rather than
using only conch shells.  What kind of pilot study are you planning to do?

Good luck!

Karen McLeod
COMPASS, Oregon State University

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov]On Behalf Of Greenforce
Bahamas
Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2004 4:57 PM
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for
a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any
advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been
successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation
regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of
reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From keealf at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 09:45:27 2004
From: keealf at hotmail.com (Kee Alfian)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:45:27 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Recruitment studies in Redang Island, MALAYSIA.
References: <20040120170012.CC19F17824@coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <BAY2-DAV46RnGEbMi3600009fb5@hotmail.com>

Hello everybody, my name is Kee Alfian and i am from Malaysia. i am
currently doing research regarding coral recruitment, especially in
Malaysia. I am having some problem with the identification of the juvenile
coral and would like to ask for assistance and advice from anybody. Do
anybody knows what chemical favors the recruitment of juvenile corals? Thank
you very much.

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> Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
> To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>
> POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
> Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
> Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
> Coastal Processes
> Position No. 248
>
> The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape
> Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine
> research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of
> the nation's marine resources.
>
> AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a
> collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative
> Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of
> land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical
> rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.
>
>
> AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the
> discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related
> to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at
> AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will
> take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more
> sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in
> nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water
> quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms
> or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status
> (pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).
>
> The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine
> biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in
> molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme
> expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly
> regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and
> interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an
> excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The
> position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in
> experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.
>
> The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed
> term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
> Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3)
> (effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.
>
> How to find out more:- A full application kit which details
> responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be
> accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a
> copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone
> (07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.
>
> Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February
2004.
>
> Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412
> k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323
> m.furnas at aims.gov.au
> or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
> (KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by
> email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady
> Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between
> 24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a
> conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)
>
> Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239,
> however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous
> applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper
> mail.
>
> IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria,
> giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names
> of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position
> number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science,
> PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au
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> AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
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> Dr. Katharina Fabricius
> Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)
>
> Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
> Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
> Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
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> From: Hajime Kayanne <kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
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> Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January
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> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
> From: " Murali M.R. " <mucoralin at yahoo.co.in>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
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> Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of
sea water???.....
>
> Regards,
> M.R.Murali
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> (5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
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> ... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
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> Message: 4
> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
> From: Ruben van Hooidonk <rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early
> mesozoic radiation of dinoflagellates
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>
> As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the
> zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of
> dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this
> relation (if there is any).
>
> Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding
> literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic
> radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Ruben van Hooidonk
> rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Sat Jan 24 10:15:55 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 10:15:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>
References: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <348A79F2-4E80-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Paul,
Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following publication 
with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican 
Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia: 
Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.

However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two 
living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species 
probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second 
morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of 
Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page 
110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the 
intersepta morph.

If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this 
genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
Judy

On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:

> Hi all,
> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or 
> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which 
> is the most current?
> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
> appreciated.
>
> Paul Brown
> PhD candidate
> University of Calgary
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From coralinau at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 16:34:51 2004
From: coralinau at aol.com (coralinau)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 22:34:51 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query + Long Liners in Mozambique
References: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>
Message-ID: <02a901c3e2c1$e86f9c60$9400000a@Client>

Hello Alexander,

I was in Mozambique in September after the World Parks Congress and heard
from local people that dynamite fishing is taking place, from what I heard
especially north of Beira up to the border to Tanzania. I would believe that
WWF Mozambique has some information on that since in their "coral section"
they also deal with turtles and manatees.

There is another thing, and maybe you have an idea how to continue from
here:
I talked to South African people who invested in a campsite in front a
beautiful and still intact coral reef south of Inhambane which is visited by
snorkelers and divers. They told me that they have immense problems with
Chinese tankers which use the method of long-line fishing. They seem to fish
out immense amounts of mantas, reys, dolphins, and more. And obviously they
don't stick to any regulations concerning how close to come to the coast.
When I slept there, as soon as it got dark, you could see the ships lying
near the coast. They always come in at night, and in the morning they are
gone, but often leave their lines for 3 days. The local people try with
their own initiative to cut through the lines, but I guess most of the time
the species are already dead.
>From what I heard it looks like the Mozambique government received
infrastructure equipment from the Chinese government and vis-versa they gave
out concessions. I am not firm on international marine law, but if that is
the case, I would guess this is illegal action and that there must be some
possibility to stop that. I know there is a sea control point at Bazaruto
Archipelago, but they have to cover an area that is simply impossible. This
place south of Inhambane itself is around 300km south of Bazaruto. When you
inform the sea police the Chinese ships are gone for long.

Sincerely,

Gaby Hoebart

********************************
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Tropical Ecology Support Programm
email: toeb at gtz.de
http://www.gtz.de/toeb
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alexander Stone" <a_stone at reefkeeper.org>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>; <marbio at mote.org>;
<fish-sci at segate.sunet.se>; <marinelife at onenw.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 7:50 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query

> Hello, All...
>
> I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
> Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.
>
> I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
> fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
> Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
> Tanzanian fishers.
>
> I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
> control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.
>
> Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
> contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
> locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Alexander Stone
> ReefGuardian International
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:43:33 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:43:33 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] RFP release for HCRI-RP (FY 2004-2005)
Message-ID: <014101c3e1e9$30211590$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

On behalf of the Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program I am pleased to release the Request for Proposals for this upcoming year (FY 2004-2005) (see below).  It will also be posted next week Wednesday (January 28, 2004) on our website (http://www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri/index.htm) , under "Announcements" on the front page.  

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative 

Research Program

(Fiscal Year 2004-2005)

 

 

Request for Proposals

 

 

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) supports scientific research and monitoring to enhance the state's capacity to manage coral reef ecosystems.  The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources/Division of Aquatic Resources (DLNR/DAR) and the University of Hawaii (UH) jointly manage HCRI-RP.   A Management Committee ??consisting of three representatives from DAR, one from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, two from UH, one from the Pacific Science Association/Bishop Museum ??serves as the governing body. 

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  HCRI-RP has also supported teacher training, student internships and fellowships, public education and outreach, and a myriad of hands-on workshops for resource managers.  

 

At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  Each year, Congress appropriates monies for HCRI-RP through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Ocean Program.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee conducts a competitive selection process through an RFP.

 

The Management Committee identified the following priorities for Year 7

?        Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

?        Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands:  Invasive Marine Species; Fishing Pressure; Pollution; Disease; Coastal Development; Nearshore Recreation

?        Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

?        "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

?        Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

RFP Schedule:

?         Optional Letter of Interest due February 6, 2004. 

?         Proposals due February 26th, 2004.   

?         The Management Committee will select projects to fund April-May 2004.  

?         Funded projects will begin when monies are made available, possibly August/September 2004.

 

A.  Research Priorities

 

The following subsections outline the research and monitoring priorities established by HCRI-RP Management Committee for this solicitation.  Each priority listed contributes to the fundamental mission of the program:  support monitoring and research to build capacity in managing Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Should no fundable proposal be submitted for a particular priority, HCRI-RP may commission research and monitoring activities consistent with the program priorities.

 
 

Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects seeking to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and to make recommendations for management action.  The committee is particularly interested in projects, such as risk ranking, which complement priorities identified in Hawaii's Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan (www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dar/pubs/ais_mgmt_plan_draft.pdf).  The Management Committee is interested in research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause invasive algal blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts and to be able to better to determine the severity of impact for various fishing methods.  

 

Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  The committee is particularly interested in reef-oriented projects that complement Hawaii's Local Action Strategy to Address Land-based Pollution Threats to Coral Reefs (www.state.hi.us/doh/eh/cwb/prc/pdf-files/LAS.CR-LBP.Sec1-3.110603.pdf).  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Disease:  To date, disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  The Management Committee is interested in projects that investigate basic, management-oriented questions.  What diseases infect (or, are present in) these ecosystems?  What are the potential pathogens and pathways for disease?  Is there a correlation between reef organisms?  Do diseases originate on land?  What are chemical clues?  What are the pathogens of concern?

 

Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Extensive coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs. Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical recommendations to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).        

 

Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.  Successful proposals would determine measures of capacity (e.g., ecological, amenity, multiuse) for key areas of interest.  What is a useable model, approach, or system that could indicate to managers when there is too much impact for an area?  Is there a practical method to determine the levels of use and the impacts from that use?  What recommendations can be given to resource managers?  

 

 

Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

"Gaming" the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

B.  Deliverables for Funded Research

 

  a.. Quarterly PowerPoint presentations highlighting project's activities
  b.. One (1) progress report using the standard NOAA form  (due Feb. 2005) 
  c.. Final report using the standard NOAA form (due January 2006)
  d.. Project final technical report:  executive summary (e.g., background, resource management questions answered, methodology, conclusions, recommendations to resource management); field guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in field); laboratory guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in laboratory & database variable summary); results (due January 2006)
  e.. Data and metadata will be archived with the Pacific National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC).  Projects will also submit to HCRI-RP an electronic copy of all data submitted to the National Oceanic Data Center and tables and maps summarizing data collected.  (Due January 2006)
  f.. Public education/outreach, workshop, and media activities or materials
  g.. Voucher specimens at Bishop Museum (if applicable)
  h.. Organize and conduct a workshop or seminar in order to deliver information on the results and methodologies developed, and provide technical training for managers, resource trustees, scientists, and/or the general public.
 

 

C.  Proposal Components

(Required - no additional appendices will be accepted.)

 

1.      On every page (in header or footer):  page number; PI name; project title 

2.      Title Page (attached)

3.      HCRI-RP Administrative Form, including all additional documents (attached)

4.      Table of Contents with page numbers

5.      Permits from appropriate agencies to conduct research should it be selected and funded (e.g., Scientific Collecting). 

6.      Approval from institution's Dive Safety Officer (if applicable) (See subsequent section for more specific information.)

7.      Project Description (No longer than 15 pages)

?        Statement of problem and relevance to priority.

?        Goals and objectives

?        Site/habitat/species selection (where applicable)

?        Approach and methodology. 

?        Highlight resource manager capacity building and partnering activities.

?        Describe media, education, and outreach activities (in addition to activities conducted for resource managers).

?        Data management and dissemination of results 

?        Anticipated outcomes and relevance to coral reef resource management in Hawaii

8.      Project Administration 

?        Proposed workplan (8/04 - 12/05) (include components listed under "products and deliverables")

?        Project coordination and management structure

?        A statement detailing current and pending support

?        Specifically list how proposed activities would "impact" the reef ecosystem (e.g., installing 4 permanent pins, transplanting 300 urchins).

?        Facilities, equipment, and other resources

9.      Itemized Budget and Justification, to include 

?        Salaries and Wages (months)

?        Fringe Benefits (UH rate) (approximate rates for UH proposals:  GA = 10%, student assistants = 3%, Research Associates = 30%)

?        Travel

?        Equipment 

?        Supplies and Materials

?        Contracted Services

?        Total Direct Charges

?        Indirect Cost (UH proposals = 20.6%)

?        Proposal Total

10.  Curriculum Vitae for Proposed Team (max. 2 pages per individual)

11.  Consultation with DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) regarding site selection, research question(s), and methodology.

 

 

D.        Requirements for Proposals that Entail Compressed Gas Diving

 

If compressed gas diving (SCUBA, Rebreathers, Surface-supplied, etcetera) is to be conducted to meet project goals, proposals must include evidence that such activities have been approved by - and will be conducted under the oversight of -- a scientific diving program as defined by U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B: Guidelines for Scientific Diving).  The University of Hawaii Diving Safety Program will review such documentation, as outlined below:   

  1.. For University of Hawaii/RCUH researchers:  Inclusion of the form, "Application for Scientific Diving Research Proposal Approval," approved and signed by the University of Hawaii Diving Safety Officer (form downloadable from: www.hawaii.edu/ehso/diving).  
  2.. For researchers from NOAA, AAUS Organizational Member institutions, or other agencies/institutions with which University of Hawaii holds reciprocal diving agreements:  Inclusion of a letter from the institution/agency Diving Safety Officer, stating:  (1) the proposal has been reviewed; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 
  3.. For researchers from other institutions: Inclusion of all of the following:
a.       A letter from the appropriate institutional supervisor (department head, section chief, etcetera), stating: (1) the proposal has been reviewed by the agency/institution's diving control board; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 

b.                     A review copy of the institution/agency Diving Safety Manual, which shows the institution administers compressed gas diving activities under a scientific diving program, as defined by U.S. OSHA.  For comparison, the "Standards for Certification of Scientific Divers and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs" of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences will be used as the minimal acceptable standard.  A copy of the AAUS Standards is available from: www.aaus.org. 

E.   Key Dates in Proposal Process

 

February 6, 2004:     Optional Letters of Intent DUE, preferably electronically (hcri_rp at hawaii.edu).  Please ensure that you have no viruses!  The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.    

 

February 26, 2004:   Proposals DUE, in electronic form and 12 hard copies by 4:00 p.m. HST.  

 

Twelve (12) hard copies should be submitted to:

 

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program

Social Science Research Institute
University of Hawaii at Manoa

2424 Maile Way, Saunders #704

Honolulu, HI  96822

ATTN:  Risa Minato

 

An electronic version should be either burned onto a CD and mailed to the above address or emailed to hcri_rp at hawaii.edu (note underscore between "hcri" and "rp.")

 

The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.  Electronic files should be in MSWord97 (PC version) compatible format.  Please take every precaution to ensure your files are virus-free.  

 

March 2004:              Peer review of proposals. 

 

April-May 2004:       Project selection and notification.  Those who submitted proposals will be notified of the results.  Program staff will negotiate agreements with principal investigators of successful proposals.  

 

September 2004:      Funding will be made available August-September 2004 (pending availability of funds).  

 

 

All projects must be completed by December 31st, 2005.  

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the HCRI-RP office at (808) 956-7479.

F.   Evaluation Components

1.      How well does the proposed project fall within the announced principles & priorities? (45 pts)?

 

2.      How well qualified is/are the investigator(s) to conduct the proposed project (10 pts)?

 

3.      How well conceived and organized is the proposed project and is there sufficient budget and time devoted to the proposed workplan (15 pts)? 

 

4.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated, made available to, and be useful for coral reef ecosystem managers (15 pts)?  

 

5.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated and made available to the scientific community and the public (5 pts)?

 

6.      Is there cost sharing or collaboration with appropriate agencies?  How involved are the agencies? (10 pts)

 

 

*  The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Awards will be made pending availability of funds.

 

 

 

 

Title Page

 

      Title of proposed project:

       

       
     
      Contact person, title and address
     Phone:

       

       
     Agency partners:
     
      Email:

       

       
     
      HCRI-RP Priority 
     Total Project Budget
     Total Requested

       
     Total Matching

       

       
     
      ABSTRACT

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       
     
         

 

 

Administrative Form 

 

      
     Principle Investigator:     ____________________________         Phone:  ______________
             

            University department/division to be credited for this proposal:  _________________________________________________________________

             

            Proposal Title: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

             

                  
           
        
     
     Please circle the ONE area which best describes this proposal:

             

            (01)  Business                              (04) Marine Sciences                                      (07) OTHER

            (02)  Earth Sciences                     (05) Physical Sciences

            (03) Education                            (06) Social / Behavioral Sciences

             

            Does this proposal entail research which has an international focus or will involve international collaboration?         [  ] yes     [  ] no

             

             

            EQUIPMENT SCREENING CERTIFICATION (Needed from UH proposals only):

            For equipment with an estimated cost over $5,000 and less than $10,000 listed in the proposed budget, an inventory of the 

            department shall be screened for available use.  For equipment with an estimated cost of $10,000 or more listed in the proposed 

            budget, university-wide screening is required for available usage.  The following responses were elicited:

             

                         Item of Equipment                                         Department Contacted                                             Response Regarding Availability

             

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
           
        
     
     Does this proposal require and/or involve:

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                [     ]        1.     The use of human subjects?  Date of CHS application ____________ or CHS # ______________

            [     ]                 [     ]        2.   Equipment purchases with an estimated unit cost of $5,000 or more?  

                    [     ]                [     ]        3.     The use of compressed-gas (SCUBA) diving?  If yes, submit documents as requested in the HCRI-RP RFP.

                    [     ]                [     ]        4.     The use of recombinant DNA?  If yes, submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         5.     The importation of microorganisms?  If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         6.     The use of radioactive material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         7.     The use of hazardous material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         8.  The use of subrecipients , including consultant and consortium agreements?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         9.  The use of proprietary/confidential information?  If yes, provide details on a separate sheet.  Clearly identify any such information found in this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         10.  The use of lobbying efforts?  If yes, attach a separate sheet describing lobbying activities and funding source of lobbying activities.

                    

             

             

             
           
        

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program 

Administrative Form  (continued)

 

       
     INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLICATIONS:

                    

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                 [     ]         11.  Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in the development of intellectual property?  If yes, continue with item 12.  If no, skip to item 13.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         12.  Will the intellectual property developed be commercially valuable?  If yes, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.   If no, skip to item 13. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         13.   If you answered no to items 14 or 15, are you willing to RELINQUISH YOUR RIGHTS to any intellectual property developed and have the University of Hawaii accept an award with UNFAVORABLE intellectual property provisions, including but not limited to, relinquishment of ownership, royalties, etc.?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         14.   Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in publication?  If yes, please continue with item 15.  If no, continue with item 15 and be advised that the University of Hawaii may accept an award with UNFAVORABLE publication provisions. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         15.   Will you accept a provision that requires a) submission of publication to sponsor for prior review, b)  delay of publication for sponsor's revision and/or protection of confidential information, and/or c)  sponsor's written approval prior to submission of publication?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to publication provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

             

            RISK MANAGEMENT:          

            If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, submit copy of insurance policies or other documentation that mitigates the risk to the University.  Submissions should include the minimum/ maximum insurance coverage, the name(s) of the insured, and any limitations to the policy.  

             

                    [     ]                 [     ]         16.  Hazardous working conditions, i.e.,  use of firearms, uncertain terrain, explosives, fire and other safety hazards?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         17.  The use of watercraft (research vessels)?

             

             

            COMMITMENT:

                    [     ]                 [     ]         22.  Does your proposal include commitments from UH department(s) other than that of the Social Science Research Institute?  Provide appropriate details and approvals on a separate sheet.  

                    [     ]                 [     ]         23.  Does your proposal include commitments from non-University of Hawaii sources?  Attach letters of commitment.

             

             

                    
           
        
     
     I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the above information is accurate and complete and that this project will be conducted in accordance with Federal, State, and University requirements and policies.

             

            P.I. Signature ___________________________________________ Date____________________

                                                  NO "PER" SIGNATURE ALLOWED

             

             

             

             

             
           
        
     
     DEPARTMENT FISCAL OFFICER:

             

            Reviewed by: ____________________________________________Date ___________________

                                                         Signature - Fiscal Officer

             

            Phone:____________________________________
           
        
 

 

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 24 17:45:41 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 17:45:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Final Call for Abstracts re: Restoring Coral Reefs
	(deadline Feb 2)
Message-ID: <4012F595.73C8F6B3@noaa.gov>

[For distribution]

** Final Call for Abstracts - Restoring Coral Reefs **
2nd National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.

Presentation abstract deadline:  Feb 2, 2004
Poster abstract deadline:  Mar 1, 2004

Presentation and poster abstracts are solicited for the 2nd National
Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration to be held
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.  The Conference will
include one or more sessions on "RESTORING CORAL REEFS", and I encourage
you to consider submitting abstracts on best practices, lessons learned,
latest technologies, new approaches etc.  Presentations welcome on
ecological, legal, social, economic or other aspects.

The Call for Presentations and Posters is attached.  Full information
and contacts available at
http://WWW.ESTUARIES.ORG/2ndnationalconference.php

I appreciate your assistance in disseminating this information and hope
you will consider participating.  Best regards -

Roger Griffis
Coral Reef Conservation Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
U.S. Department of Commerce

From Northwaterstreet at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 18:24:00 2004
From: Northwaterstreet at aol.com (Northwaterstreet at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 18:24:00 EST
Subject: [Coral-List] henry's little cayman juggling school! :)
Message-ID: <16a.28fd77ff.2d445890@aol.com>

hello henry!

my name is tricia thorn and i was one of your students on little cayman with 
the school for field studies (81). i have been in touch with peter atkins who 
was also there with me and we have had fun exchanging great stories from our 
time at henry and fred's diving and juggling school! 

I just wanted to say hi and let you know although you might not remember two 
of your many, many students over the years, we have very fond memories of our 
time there with you. for me it was island culinary school! :)

I have been racking my brain trying ot remember a toast that you made our 
last night there. I believe it begins "When I was a fish and you were a toad...." 
I would love to share it with peter, whose memory is not as good as mine. :)

:)

Tricia 

From reefball at reefball.com  Sat Jan 24 23:31:29 2004
From: reefball at reefball.com (Todd Barber)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 23:31:29 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
References: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>
Message-ID: <001201c3e2fc$1cd06040$6501a8c0@ToddAvLaptop>

We have used conch shells successfully inside of Reef Balls for increased
complexity....however, conch shells in piles can be problematic in areas
where hurricanes are present as they can become "missles" destroying natural
reefs as they move around.  Therefore, we recommend only using them inside
of Reef Balls or other containment systems so they are stable.

-Todd Barber
Reef Ball Foundation
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary Ostrander" <gofish at jhu.edu>
To: <greenforce at batelnet.bs>; <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

> When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
> the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
> reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
> there were a few sites around the island where the local population
> routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
> 15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
> artificial reefs.
>
> Gary K. Ostrander
> Johns Hopkins University
>
> >>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
> Hi,
>
> Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
> reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
> before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
> they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
> recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
> depending on goals of reef use?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
> team.
>
>
>
> Greenforce Bahamas
> Blanket Sound
> Andros Island
> Bahamas
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From teune at fzi.de  Sun Jan 25 15:15:30 2004
From: teune at fzi.de (Herma Teune)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:15:30 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Gert Jan Gast
Message-ID: <000001c3e37f$fc736ac0$3bc5b43e@privat>

Hi,

I'm searching for the email-address of Gert Jan Gast.
Would be nice if someone could email me his actual address.

With best regards,
Herma Teune

From McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com  Sun Jan 25 17:43:38 2004
From: McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com (McCarty and Peters)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:43:38 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <200401251743_MC3-1-6977-A792@compuserve.com>

Dear Paul,

You have probably already heard the answer, but I did not see it on
Coral-List.   I was just checking the Integrated Taxonomic Information
System (ITIS) on the Internet and both Stephanocoenia intersepta and S.
michelini are still valid.  I thought they were synonyms and that
intersepta was preferred.

The most recent use of intersepta, according to ITIS, is reported in:

        Cairns, S.D.  1999.  Species richness of recent Scleractinia. Atoll
Research Bulletin, no. 59: 1-46.

The second edition of Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach's book changed from S.
michelinii to S. intersepts (unfortunately, a typographical error that was
not caught).  The book notes that it was "formerly classified as species
michelinii." 

I recall Nancy Budd published a paper establishing S. intersepta, but I
don't recall the specifics.  I'm hoping that she or Steve Cairns will
respond to your message and set us straight on the Coral-List!

Esther Peters

From zennnnwoman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 25 23:20:54 2004
From: zennnnwoman at hotmail.com (megan berkle)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 04:20:54 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] information on dynamite fishing
Message-ID: <BAY8-F123Cesa31Z9cP00001583@hotmail.com>

   Dear coral-listers:

   I  was  recently  on  the  islands  off of Southern Thailand.  I heard
   stories  about  continuous dynamite fishing and garbage dumping on the
   beautiful  reefs  surrounding these islands.  Does anyone know where I
   can  find  information  on  the  Thai laws regarding dynamite fishing?
   Thanks,

   Megan Berkle

     _________________________________________________________________

   [1]Rethink  your  business  approach for the new year with the helpful
   tips here.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2752??PS=

From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 04:18:39 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 09:18:39 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Last call for abstracts - climate change conference
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE423D0360B@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear All

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 

21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Thanks to all of you who have currently submitted abstracts. As I know
some of us tend to leave things to the last minute I thought I would
send out this last reminder to jog memories - closing date for
submission of abstracts is 31st January. Details on how to submit, plus
registration are on:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

Please email your abstract to the conference email address
(climate at plymouth.ac.uk) by the closing date.

 

Cheers

Martin

 

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 11:40:02 2004
From: b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk (B.L.Cohen)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:40:02 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] not corals, but brachiopods
Message-ID: <l03102823bc3af18ec147@[130.209.132.24]>

Dear Coral-list members,

Enquiring about possible brachiopod collections in the Red Sea, it was
suggested that I post to this group, so here goes.

As a leading brachiopod molecular systematist (perhaps _the_ leading one,
as there are few of us!) I am interested in ethanol-preserved brachiopod
collections from all parts of the world, both coral-associated (e.g.
thecideidines, possibly craniids) and benthic brachs of all sorts, free and
attached.

The Red Sea and Indian Oceans are particularly blank spots on my
specimen-list map, but this is really a wide, general appeal for
brachiopods (in 95% ethanol) whenever and wherever they appear.

If anyone wishes to see papers published in this field just e-mail me and
I'll send some pdf's.

Thanks in advance!

Bernie Cohen

Dr B. L. Cohen
Molecular Genetics
University of Glasgow,
Pontecorvo Building,
56 Dumbarton Rd
Glasgow G11 6NU
Scotland, UK.

Phone: (+44) (0)141 330 5103 (direct line)
                                     330 5101 (secretary)
                                     339 8855 (switchboard)
Fax:                             330 4878
http://www.gla.ac.uk/ibls/molgen/staff/cohen-bl.html

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 26 16:17:21 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
References: <3FFDC537.85696EA2@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <401583E1.82D6E28A@noaa.gov>

>
> PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.
>
> Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118
>
>
>
>                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
>            1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
>            CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD
>
>
>
>
> The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to
> announce the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
> Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
> Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral
> reef conservation.
>
> The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
> impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
> local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
> results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
> accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
> late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This
> award is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
> outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
> professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
> jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
> summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
> initiatives.
>
> This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
> the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
> Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
> receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on
> coral reef management initiatives with an agency member of the
> USCRTF.  In this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and
> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a
> location to be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be
> flown to Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at
> the next USCRTF meeting.
>
>
> Eligibility
> In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
> following minimum requirements:
> ? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on
> coral reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully
> completed the sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy
> or science with emphasis on coral reefs;
> ? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
> ? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
> Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico,
> or Hawaii.
>
>
> Application Selection Timetable
>
> Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST
>
> Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004
>
> Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
> (*pending availability)
>
>
> Application Material
>
> All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit
> the following material:
> ? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
> ? Resume.
> ? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
> ? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
> in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship
> will benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in
> your island.
>
> Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
> received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:
>
> USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
> c/o Shane Guan
> NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
> 1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
> Silver Spring, MD 20910
>
> Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov
>
> Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
> Fax: 301-713-4389
>
>
> Contact
> For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
> above address.
>
>
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Mon Jan 26 17:11:45 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 17:11:45 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
References: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
Message-ID: <A0A64D7C-504C-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Hi Rich,
Well, more accurate to say that michelinii is the form in which the 
polyps are plocoid (have separate walls).
  The walls of the intersepta form are subcerioid (adjacent polyps are 
almost united) and, in life, have fewer zooxanthellae (or perhaps less 
pigment/algal cell) than the central area of the polyp, which means the 
corals have a "reticulated" appearance which is particularly striking 
when they contract.
Best,
Judy

On Jan 26, 2004, at 4:13 PM, Richard B. Aronson wrote:

> Thanks for sorting this out Judy. I was aware that intersepta is the 
> prior
> synonym, but not that the head form would be michelinii if indeed it 
> is a
> separate species.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Rich
>
> On Sat, 24 Jan 2004, Judith Lang/Lynton Land wrote:
>
>> Paul,
>> Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following 
>> publication
>> with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
>> Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican
>> Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia:
>> Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.
>>
>> However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two
>> living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species
>> probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second
>> morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of
>> Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page
>> 110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the
>> intersepta morph.
>>
>> If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this
>> genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
>> Judy
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S.
>>> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or
>>> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which
>>> is the most current?
>>> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly
>>> appreciated.
>>>
>>> Paul Brown
>>> PhD candidate
>>> University of Calgary
>>> Department of Biological Sciences
>>> 2500 University Drive
>>> Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
>>> T2N 1N4
>>> (403) 210-5484
>>>
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Tue Jan 27 01:25:54 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 14:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Draft Zoning Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFF01@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi All,
Well I last emailed the coral-list notifying subscribers that a comment period for the Draft Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning Plan had opened. I was really happy to receive a significant number of requests for the associated documentation.
This is just a friendly reminder for those who intend to make a submission or intend on returning the questionairre, they are due by the close of business on the 6th February 2004. The next significant step in this process will be the release of a Draft Management Plan. We will notify coral-list when this period arrives. Thanks once again to all who responded.
Best Regards
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

This email, together with any attachments, is intended for the addressee only. It may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, please notify the sender, delete the email and attachments from your system and destroy any copies you may have taken of the email and its attachments. Duplication or further distribution by hardcopy, by electronic means or verbally is not permitted  without permission.

From jaapk at science.uva.nl  Tue Jan 27 05:51:59 2004
From: jaapk at science.uva.nl (Jaap Kaandorp)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 11:51:59 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] 2 PhD Student Positions in Simulation of developmental
	regulatory networks in sponges and corals
Message-ID: <20040127115159.A7175@cimex.science.uva.nl>

Two Ph.D. students Scientific Computing (position 1) / Numerical Mathematics & Scientific 
Computing (position 2)

Project: ``Simulation of developmental regulatory networks in sponges and sceleractinian
corals''

The project is financed by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific 
Research, NWO, research program Computational Life Sciences  and consists 
of 2 Ph.D. positions, one (position 1) at the Section Computational Science 
of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/) 
and one (position 2) at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) 
in Amsterdam (http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet).

In this project we will develop a model for simulating regulatory networks
that is capable of quantitatively reproducing spatial and temporal
expression patterns in developmental processes.  The model will be coupled
with a biomechanical model of cell aggregates and used to study the
formation of spatial and temporal expression patterns of gene products
during development in cellular systems.  A major issue are correct
estimations of the parameter settings in the network model. Therefore the
model will be used in combination with optimization algorithms (simulated
annealing) to explore large parameter spaces of regulatory networks and to
infer parameters from actual spatial and temporal gene expression
patterns. As a case study we are planning to use the body plan formation
in relatively simple multi-cellular organisms (sponges and sceleractinian
corals).  Here we will closely collaborate with Prof W.E.G. Mueller
(Institut fuer Physiologische Chemie Johannes Gutenberg-Universitaet
Mainz, Germany) and Prof D.J. Miller (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
James Cook University, Australia).  The PhD student Scientific Computing 
within the Section Computational Science will in particular work on 
optimization methods and modelling cellular aggregates, while the PhD student 
at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science will focus on the numerical 
methods for modelling the regulatory networks.

Details position 1 at the Section Computational Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam
_____________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.
Candidates should have a master's degree (or equivalent) in scientific
computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology  or a
comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to have an active interest in
life science applications.  For information on appointment (salary, vacation pay, etc.) 
please read the full description on www.uva.nl/vacatures or www.english.uva.nl, choose 
'Vacancies'.  Applications quoting job reference number and marked ``strictly confidential'' 
(in the upper left hand corner of the envelope) should include a letter of motivation, a 
curriculum vitae, if available copies of research papers, MSc thesis and the names of three 
persons from who references may be obtained.  Students who are about to finish their 
M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to apply.  The UvA offers an international working 
environment, flexible working conditions and is willing to help with housing for foreigners.  
Applications should be sent to the Universiteit van Amsterdam, Faculty of Science / Personnel 
Department, to the attention of Mrs. A. A. Craj?, personnel advisor, Kruislaan 404, 1098 SM 
Amsterdam, The Netherlands.  Applications by E-mail will also be accepted: 
anny at science.uva.nl.  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on March 15, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.

More information can be found at http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/ or contact
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp, E-mail jaapk at science.uva.nl, telephone +31 20 525 7539.

Details position 2 at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) in Amsterdam
________________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.  Applications are invited from candidates 
with with a good knowledge of the numerical analysis of ODEs/PDEs and an MSc in mathematics, 
scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology, 
computational fluid dynamics, or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to 
have an active interest in life science applications.  The salary with related employment 
conditions is according to regulations for OIOs (Onderzoekers in Opleiding) in the 
"CAO-onderzoekinstellingen" (collective employment agreement Dutch research institutes). 
Moreover CWI offers attractive working conditions, including flexibility, child care, and 
help with housing for foreigners.  Applications should be sent to Joke Blom, CWI/MAS, 
P.O. Box 94079, 1090 GB Amsterdam, the Netherlands.  E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, with mentioning 
of "PhD Vacancy MAS1 - RegNet".  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on February 1, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.  Your application should provide a concise 
description of your mathematical education, your CV, examination marks and if possible a copy 
of your M.Sc thesis. Students who are about to finish their M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to 
apply.

More information can be found at http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet or contact Joke Blom, 
E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, telephone +31 20 592 4263

-- 
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp
Section Computational Science
Faculty of Science
University of Amsterdam
Kruislaan 403
1098 SJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463
email: jaapk at science.uva.nl
fax: +31 20 5257490
URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/

See for the 1st International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics
March 22 - 23, 2004 in Amsterdam
http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/AMGC2004/

From mjnewman at ucsd.edu  Tue Jan 27 19:43:15 2004
From: mjnewman at ucsd.edu (Marah Newman)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 16:43:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Percent cover to biomass
Message-ID: <BC3C45A3.20FD%mjnewman@ucsd.edu>

Dear All,

I am trying to determine if there has been any work conducted in the past
that provides conversions from estimates of percent cover to living biomass
of coral tissue.  I am conducting surveys of corals (most likely using
point-intercept method) but in addition to coral cover estimates, I also
need biomass. I can do some estimates of surface area to account for the 3-d
structure of the reef, but I still need to figure out a way to get some sort
of g/m^2 estimate.  Does anyone know if work on this has ever been conducted
and where I can find it?

Thanks so much,

Marah Newman
___________________________________

Marah Newman
Graduate Student Office, Box 0208
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
CA 92093, USA

From corals at prtc.net  Tue Jan 27 19:41:23 2004
From: corals at prtc.net (CORALations)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:41:23 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral transplant, farming and restoration
Message-ID: <001101c3e537$75601920$09323242@m2t4v4>

Dear Coral-Listers:

CORALations is in the process of creating a bi-lingual field manual describing non-technical coral fragment 
planting and fragment stabilization and grow out methods for use by non-scientists in the Caribbean.  
The techniques will be limited to the three Caribbean Acroporids and Porites porites. 
The premise is that the broken fragment would otherwise suffer greater mortality without the intervention. 
The scope is further focused by limiting the reasons for intervention to impacts resulting from fin, 
small craft groundings, anchor and storm damage. 

If we have not already contacted you, and you have a non-technical method you wish to be featured,
please respond to corals at prtc.net.

We would also like to provide a list of contact information to include a one paragraph description for 
technical reef restoration methodologies. In this way, non-technical public would be able 
to access professionals to discuss restoration for more dramatic impact.  

If you have a technical restoration method you would like featured in the manual, 
and we have not already contacted you...please take a moment now to send the following: 
 
-Method name
-Your name, and/or company name and contact Information
-A one paragraph description of the method including types of impact it addresses or other restoration goals.(100 words more or less) 
 
Any questions please call. If you want to participate but cannot respond this week...please notify us so we can leave space open.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Sincerely, 

                       Conservar Cuidar Educar  
                  
                        Mary Ann Lucking
                        Director  CORALations
                        P.O. Box 750
                        Culebra, PR 00775  
                        corals at prtc.net
                        www.coralations.org  tel: 
                              fax:  787-742-0068
                              787-742-0053  
                       
                 
            
     
            
     

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 11:47:48 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] CNMI Coral reef AAG position available
In-Reply-To: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
References: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <4017E7B4.6020102@noaa.gov>

> Hello.  Below please find a position announcement for a coral reef
> Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern
> Mariana Islands.  Forward as appropriate.
> 
> Please direct all inquiries to the contact provided at the end of the 
> announcement.
> 
> JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
> U.S. Commonwealth of  the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
> Office of the Attorney General
> 
> Title: : ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, CORAL REEF INITIATIVE ATTORNEY
> 
> The CNMI Attorney General?s Office is seeking applicants for the Coral 
> Reef Initiative, to work on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
> This is a new position within the Attorney General?s Office and the 
> responsibilities described herein, will grow and evolve over time.  The 
> Attorney?s focus will be on coordinating and assisting local agencies in 
> their efforts of coral reef protection.  This will include among other 
> things defining jurisdictional responsibilities and limitations of the 
> agencies involved in coral reef protection, civil and criminal 
> enforcement of existing laws to protect the coral reef, drafting new 
> legislation and regulations concerning coral reef protection issues and 
> the administrative process as relating to coral reef matters.
> 
> Qualifications:    Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA 
> accredited law school, an active member in good standing of the bar of 
> any state or territory of the United States and eligible to be admitted 
> to the CNMI bar (or a member of the CNMI bar) upon commencement of 
> employment.  Applicants should have some experience in environmental law 
> and familiarity with coral reef or other marine systems.  Applicants 
> should exhibit the ability to accurately and precisely articulate issues 
> to non-lawyers in a concise and intelligible manner.  Applicants should 
> possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with 
> lawyers and non-lawyers in a professional manner in a demanding 
> environment.  Ideal applicants will have experience in natural resource 
> management, integrated costal zone management, maritime law and 
> fisheries management law.
> 
> Salary: Depending on the years of practice and experience.
> 
> Interested applicants must send resume and cover letter to:
> 
> Ms. Pamela Brown, Attorney General
> Office of the Governor, Hon. Juan A. Sablan Memorial Bldg.
> Caller Box 10007, Capitol Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
> Telephone: (670) 664-2341 Facsimile: (670) 664-2349
>  e-mail: pbrown at saipan.com.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:50:14 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:50:14 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Marine Science Programs for Educators and their
	students
Message-ID: <Sea1-F167sV77KibLM40002a33d@hotmail.com>

****Attn: grades 7-12 Teachers and College Marine Science Educators***

Please Forward!!

The Institute for Ecological Field Studies Ltd offers international programs 
that promote the study of endangered environments through first hand 
observation and field-based instruction.  For the past 15 years, junior high 
and high school teachers, along with college professors have participated in 
our programs located in the Bahamas and in Costa Rica.  Students and 
teachers are eligible for transferable college credit through the University 
of Wisconsin.

We are inviting you to sign on for an amazing experience! There is still 
space for both The Bahamas and Costa Rica for the summer of 2004, but hurry 
because space is limited. TEACHERS RECRUITING 7 PAYING STUDENTS FOR THE 
BAHAMAS OR COSTA RICA ATTEND OUR PROGRAM FREE OF COST, INCLUDING AIR. Please 
visit our website at www.seafish.com or contact the Educational Director 
Tara Short at 715-252-1238, by email shorttara at hotmail.com

Eleutheran Adventurers: Bahamas
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Eleutheran Adventurers is a week long marine eco-adventure program. 
Participants will learn about the marine communities and tropical ecology of 
the Bahamas, along with its history and culture. Activities include 
snorkeling on primary reef systems, kayaking, drift-snorkeling, island 
exploration, caving, beach surveying and more. The evening classroom 
discussions include lessons on fishes, invertebrates, corals, Bahamian 
history and conservation.

_________________________________________________________________
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From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:59:31 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:59:31 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement: Marine Ecology Environmental Educator
Message-ID: <Sea1-F80yD2MDGL6ZoQ0003d7f5@hotmail.com>

Environmental Educator/Snorkeling Instructor
The Instiute for Ecological Field Studies
Location: Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
www.seafish.com

Job Description:
Provide quality guest service and leadership to visiting teachers and 
students. Instruct snorkeling checkout and gear donning. Maintain and clean 
snorkel gear. Lead up to three snorkeling trips daily. Assist teaching 
evening classes about marine ecology, biology, or environmental issues. 
Interpret island geology to teachers and students while exploring limestone 
caves and cliffs.

Qualifications:
Age 21 preferred. Those under 21 may be considered based on maturity and 
character. Must have experience traveling to and living in remote areas. 
Certified in SCUBA, life guarding, or extensive snorkeling experience, or 
any other relevant water certifications. CPR, First Aid, First Responder, or 
Wilderness First Aid. Must be able to work a non typical work week in an 
outdoor environment. Strong interest in environmental issues, marine 
biology/ecology, or adventure education. Be able to present in both a 
classroom and in an outdoor setting. Good leadership qualities. Be available 
to attend training one week prior to first group's arrival.

Personality:
Positive can do attitude!!! Mature and professional in appearance and 
behavior. Our Leaders have to be able to think on their feet, take 
responsibility for their mistakes, and be able to take constructive 
criticism. Self motivated. Creative. Flexible, able to make decisions, and 
work in a changing environment.

Dates: Late May to late August 2004

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Room and board and 
transportation is provided.

Please send resumes to Tara Short at shorttara at hotmail.com by March 29. 
Position open until filled.

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From ocianaca at yahoo.ca  Wed Jan 28 13:27:29 2004
From: ocianaca at yahoo.ca (Candace Rose-Taylor)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:27:29 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Message-ID: <20040128182729.90202.qmail@web60301.mail.yahoo.com>

Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre

www.huntsmanmarine.ca

New 2004 ? Education Program Assistant

 

Job Description

- assist with the teaching and development of all Public Education programs

- provide creative ideas for updating and developing HMSC website

- assist with fund raising and writing of grant proposals

- assist with the development of an advertising plan

 

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

- university degree in science - preferably biology or geography

- enjoy working with students of all ages (10 ? 80 years young)

- good knowledge of NW Atlantic marine life

- keen interest in the environment

- team player, yet be able to work independently

- adaptable, energetic, creative, punctual and task oriented

- enjoy the outdoors, not matter what the weather

- be able to work odd hours, evenings and weekends

- excellent communication skills ? verbal and written

- proficient with computers

- live locally (The position requires the person to live near St. Andrews.)

 

Salary - $12 - $15/hr (plus benefits) depending on experience.

Deadline for Application ? 6th March 2004

Interview Dates: Successful candidates will be offered interviews between 9-

20th March 2004

Start Date ? 5th April 2004

To apply send

1. covering letter outlining your interest and experience (one page)

2. detailed CV (three pages)

3. contact details (telephone & email address) of three people who can

supply references.

 

Send Applications to.

Mail: Director of Education, The Huntsman Marine Science Centre,

1 Lower Campus Road, St. Andrews, NB E5B 2L7

Fax: 506-529-1212 c/o Director of Education

Email: tdean at huntsmanmarine.ca

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From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 13:34:41 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:34:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Inappropriate message posted to coral-list...
Message-ID: <401800C1.4050605@noaa.gov>

Dear coral-listers:

Over the weekend, an email with some inappropriate content was posted to
the coral-list and sent to all subscribers.  We would like to apologize
for the message reaching you; the person who sent it has since been
unsubscribed from coral-list, and the offending message removed from the
web archives.

We do not condone this type of inappropriate behaviour on the coral-list.

Thank you,
Louis Florit
coral-list System Administrator

-- 
Louis Florit, Research Associate
University of Miami/CIMAS
NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory
4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33149
Phone:  (305) 361-4445

From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 14:45:23 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 14:45:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>

Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Posting
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

From JandL at rivnet.net  Wed Jan 28 15:39:47 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
References: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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>

From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 28 16:33:41 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:33:41 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Bonaire Job Announcement
Message-ID: <BC3D6AB5.1B574%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

The National Parks Foundation Bonaire (STINAPA Bonaire) operates the
national parks; the Washington Slagbaai National Park and the Bonaire
National Marine Park, within the Island Territory of Bonaire. At this moment
the organization has 16 employees.

The Foundation is now looking for a dynamic candidate for the challenging
position of:

MARINE PARK MANAGER M/F

As the park manager you represent the Bonaire National Marine Park and
execute the policies stipulated by the Board. You are in charge of the
management and maintenance of the Marine Park using goal-oriented guiding of
employees. 

This implies among others: coordinating, supervising and actively
participating in daily operations; initiating and guiding research and
monitoring activities and providing information in the broadest sense of the
word. As the marine park manager you are responsible for the enforcement of
the Marine Ordinance; and you participate in and promote projects with the
local community. 

The profile:
You have received at least an academic education, specialized in nature or
environmental sciences. Required are: experienced in a similar or comparable
position, leadership qualities, management skills, budget
preparation/monitoring experience, experienced in SCUBA diving and boat
handling proficiency. Furthermore you must possess excellent social and
communication skills. You have charisma and are a team player. You have good
command of written and spoken Dutch and/or English.

What we offer:
Your salary depends on education and experience. At STINAPA Bonaire
excellent benefits and terms of employment are standard.

Your reaction:
Does the above description apply to you? Send your letter by February 27
2004 accompanied by your curriculum vitae and relevant documents to:
director at stinapa.org or write to The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O. Box 368,
Bonaire, N.A. 

For more information you can call 599 717 8444

From Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us  Thu Jan 29 12:52:46 2004
From: Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us (Kosmynin, Vladimir)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 12:52:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <B4F970F70C84FD4A8630EDF4F25B08F816A3BA@tlhexsmb3.floridadep.net>

Dear Listers,

I think this is the time to talk about nomenclature of at least Atlantic reef
scleractinians, since it is not related to Stephanocoenia only.  I think Dr.
Vassil Zlatarski made very valuable point about inter-colonial variability
and transitional forms between two obvious forms - S. michelinii and
S.intersepta.  From my field and museum experience I can confirm that along
with distinctive forms there are numerous transitions.  The very same thing I
can tell about Montastraea  annularis forms.  For some strong believers of
three species in Montastraea annularis "complex" I could show transitions
both inter-colonially and intra-colonially during field work in Florida Keys
and Cuba.  The very same problem we have with Mycetophyllia species, where
along with distinctive forms of M. aliciae and M. ferox we have all
transitional forms too.  I wish Deborah Danaher will speak for that, she
invested considerable effort to figure out the borders between these two
species of Mycetophyllia.

At the same time there are at least three different forms in Montastraea
cavernosa, which I cannot recall somebody discussed. But fortunately, nobody
calls them species.

Coral taxonomy is not in favor now and is not really supported by funds; but
we have to realize that this is not just a problem of what to call this
particular coral "species" or "form".  It is more than just what to call it
when we are talking to public and bureaucracy about number of lost and
endangered species. It is a problem for management circles too.  For example,
I have received anger question why we are going to do monitoring "just on
Montastraea annularis, not also on M. faveolata and M. franksii". Well, just
because there are no such a thing as "species complex" in the International
Code of Zoological Nomenclature, and M. faveolata and M. franksii are not
appropriately established separate species.  I think we have to follow
correct existing names according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature.  Neither publication of "species" in popular books, photo
albums and reports, nor personal opinions of well-known scientists cannot be
used as a reference.  Unfortunately, in our list we see often these "species"
in use,  and it is something that confuses those who are not a taxonomist,
but working on corals.  To resolve questions about species we need further
work with each particular species, but until it is not resolved like it was
done by Australian scientists with genera Platygyra in the Pacific, species
must stay like they are according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature and correctly done revisions.

Thank you.

Vladimir N. Kosmynin, Ph.D.
Environmental Consultant
Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
e-mail: vladimir.kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us
Tel: (850)487-4471 Ext. 121
SunCom: 277-4471 Ext. 121
Fax: (850)921-6459

Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanologia, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

------------------------------

Message: 7
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land <JandL at rivnet.net>
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Cc: Vassil Zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930 at rivnet.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=WINDOWS-1252; format=flowed

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanologia, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
>

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From Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu  Thu Jan 29 14:45:39 2004
From: Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu (Beatriz)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 14:45:39 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
Message-ID: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>

Dear Co-listers,

Although some of you know me, I am a new member of the coral list.

I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and its effects on coral
reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very grateful.

Thank you very much in advance,

Betty

M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
Instituto de Oceanolog?a
Ave 1ra No. 18406
Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
Cuba

Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu

From Gang.Liu at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 29 16:11:56 2004
From: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov (Gang Liu)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 16:11:56 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] 
	Coral Bleaching Alert for Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Message-ID: <4019771C.25840E2@noaa.gov>

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Coral Bleaching Alert

Anomalously high sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are quickly developing
over the past few weeks over most of the Coral Sea and portions of the
Great Barrier Reef.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspote.1.27.2004.gif
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climohot.html

SSTs from two of our selected satellite monitoring sites, Davies Reef
and Heron Island, have been edging above the summertime maximum monthly
mean SST since early this month.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/CB_indices/coral_bleaching_indices.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_daviesreef_cur.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_heron_cur.html

Coral bleaching DHWs have already been accumulating through out the
Coral Sea and part of the GBR.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.27.2004.gif

Some minor bleaching has been observed at various locations in the GBR
region. The tides in the GBR are yet to relax completely and the weather
forecasts are calling for continued slack winds in the region.  Although
it is cloudy near the coast, high solar radiation persists over the
area.  These environmental conditions are favorable for the development
of intensive thermal stress, foretelling of the potential for severe
coral bleaching events in the GBR within the next few weeks.

For more information please visit Coral Reef Watch's Website:
http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Any feedback you can provide is useful: both bleaching and non-bleaching
observations are welcome. Please send the feedback to Alan Strong
(Alan.E.Strong at noaa.gov) and/or Gang Liu (Gang.Liu at noaa.gov). Users are
also encouraged to use the NOAA/ReefBase collaborative online bleaching
report form to send input to our bleaching database. The form is
available at http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp

Jan 28, 2004
NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program

--
=========================================
 Gang Liu, Ph.D.
 Senior Research Scientist/Oceanographer
 (STG, Inc.)
 NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program
 NOAA/NESDIS/ORA E/RA31
 SSMC1, #5307
 1335 East-West Highway
 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3226

 Tel: 301-713-9386 ext 131
 Fax: 301-713-3136
 Email: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov
=========================================

From p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au  Thu Jan 29 18:58:53 2004
From: p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au (Paul Marshall)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 09:58:53 +1000 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] GBR Bleaching Conditions Update - 29 Jan 2004 
Message-ID: <1052.144.134.89.113.1075420733.squirrel@www.gbrmpa.gov.au>

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Climate Change Program is
dedicated to observing, understanding and reporting coral bleaching events
and other climate change impacts on the Great Barrier Reef. The Climate
Change Program provides regular reports on conditions on the Reef throughout
summer and publishes early warnings of increases in levels of stress or
widespread bleaching of corals. This is the fourth Current Conditions Report
for the summer of 2003/04.

Updated 29 January 2004

On the basis of current conditions and climate predictions for the summer of
2004, the threat of widespread coral bleaching for the Great Barrier Reef
(GBR) region is currently rated as HIGH. Although weather and sea
temperatures have decreased toward seasonal averages at most locations over
recent weeks, conditions are showing signs of warming again and reports of
minor or patchy bleaching have now been received from several locations.

Sea temperatures remain above average at most monitoring sites on the Great
Barrier Reef. Satellite monitoring of sea temperatures by the U.S. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates an alarming increase
in sea surface temperatures in the Coral Sea, reaching levels 1-2 degrees C
above what would be expected for this time of year. Sea surface temperatures
over the Great Barrier Reef region have also increased over the last week,
with anomalies of 0.5 to 1 degree C over much of the GBR region.
Recent conditions on the GBR region over recent weeks suggest that the
recent respite to the warming trend may be short lived. Temperatures remain
close to levels known to cause stress to corals and associated reef
organisms. Critical thresholds that are known to trigger widespread coral
bleaching have not yet been exceeded, however significant coral bleaching
can be expected if the warming trend is resumed over coming months.
Reports received through our BleachWatch program indicate that minor
bleaching of susceptible corals is occurring at locations off Port Douglas,
Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Orpheus Island and Heron Island. At some
locations, notably off Port Douglas and Cairns, the severity of bleaching
has increased over the last week. The bleaching reports received to date
indicate mostly light or patchy bleaching, although there is an indication
that stress levels are increasing at some sites. These reports do not
necessarily indicate the onset of a mass bleaching event. However more
severe bleaching could develop if sea temperatures continue to rise.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority will continue to closely
monitor the situation with the support of BleachWatch participants and in
conjunction with AIMS and NOAA.

The GBRMPA welcomes any reports of coral bleaching. If you regularly visit a
reef site, or if you have seen bleaching on the reef, we would be grateful
for your input to our BleachWatch Program.

For the full current conditions report, for information on how to join
BleachWatch, and for background information on climate change, coral
bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef, visit the GBRMPA web site:
www.gbrmpa.gov.au.

-- 
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Manager
Climate Change Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
Townsville, Australia
phone +61 7 4750 0771
fax +61 7 4772 6093
email p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Fri Jan 30 13:24:18 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:24:18 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO
	CONSERVE CORAL REEFS
Message-ID: <401AA152.9020603@noaa.gov>

NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO CONSERVE CORAL REEFS

Each year, subject to the availability of funds, NOAA publishes its
Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Funding Guidance, as authorized by
the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, to solicit proposals for coral
reef conservation activities.

Fiscal year 2004 grant pre-applications are due March 12, 2004.  See: 
http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/grants.html for the 2004 Coral Reef 
Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004 Funding Guidance.

In 2002 and 2003, the first two years of the grants program, NOAA
awarded approximately $5.5 million per year in matching grants under six
funding categories.  In 2004, NOAA is making available up to $5.59
million in matching grants, again under six funding categories.

The 2004 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004
Funding Guidance includes instructions on how to apply for funding under
the following categories, each outlined with specific applicant and
activity eligibility criteria.

    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Management;
    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Monitoring;
    # Coral Reef Ecosystem Research**(see note at end);
    # Projects to Improve or Amend Coral Reef Fishery Management Plans;
    # General Coral Reef Conservation; and
    # International Coral Reef Conservation.

For information specific to each of the above categories, please contact
the appropriate person listed in the 2004 Funding Guidance.  For overall
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program questions, please contact
Jonathan Kelsey (jonathan.kelsey at noaa.gov; 301-563-7230).

Cheers,
Jonathan Kelsey

**Funding under the Coral Reef Ecosystem Research category is on a 
different time frame.  Information on that program is available at 
http://www.nurp.noaa.gov/noaacoral.html.

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 22:08:52 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:08:52 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr Rosenberg's mail id
Message-ID: <20040131030852.11917.qmail@web14919.mail.yahoo.com>

Dear listers....

Sorry for the trouble...but this is my last place
to get the e-mail id of Dr Eugene Rosenberg.....
I tried to mail him at the address given at his
webpage....but all my mail have bounced saying
that there is error, the id does'nt exixt...or it
can't reach.....

the mail id was......
eugene at tau.ac.il

Can anyone give me the right id?????

Thanks in advance

Shashank

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From jware at erols.com  Fri Jan 30 10:18:50 2004
From: jware at erols.com (John Ware)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 10:18:50 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Is Robert Carpenter out there.
Message-ID: <401A75DA.9EA46E41@erols.com>

Dear Robert and List,

I am looking for Robert Carpenter's mailing address so that ISRS can
send him some money for the exemplary (I assume) services he has
performed for the Society.

John Ware
Treasurer, ISRS

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From vanesef at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 14:48:47 2004
From: vanesef at yahoo.com (Vanese Flood)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 11:48:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
In-Reply-To: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>
Message-ID: <20040130194847.4896.qmail@web60509.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Beatriz,
For a good review on sedimentation's effects on reefs
see:
Rogers, C.S. 1990. Response of coral reefs and reef
organisms to sedimentation. Marine Ecology Progress
Series. 62:185-202.
There are later papers also, but this is a good place
to start.
Good luck,

Vanese Flood

Department of Geology
University of Georgia

--- Beatriz <Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu> wrote:
> Dear Co-listers,
> 
> Although some of you know me, I am a new member of
> the coral list.
> 
> I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and
> its effects on coral
> reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very
> grateful.
> 
> Thank you very much in advance,
> 
> Betty
> 
> M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
> Instituto de Oceanolog?a
> Ave 1ra No. 18406
> Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
> Cuba
> 
> Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu
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From i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 20:55:17 2004
From: i.fellegara at marine.uq.edu.au (Ida Fellegara)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 11:55:17 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] coral-crab symbiosis
In-Reply-To: <200312291833_MC3-1-6312-1B56@compuserve.com>
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20040102115038.025ced30@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

Hi All
I have recently noticed a couple of small, loose massive coral colonies 
that have a crab living in  a hole underneath. I have searched as coral 
symbiosis and looked at crab literature but haven't found anything

Is anybody aware of any reference about it?
thanks
Ida

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Ida Fellegara (BSc, MSc)
Ph D candidate
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane 4072 Qld
ph 07 3365 7020
fax 07 3365 4755

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From S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au  Thu Jan  1 21:15:13 2004
From: S.Ward at marine.uq.edu.au (Selina Ward)
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2004 12:15:13 +1000 
Subject: [Coral-List] Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Message-ID: <8A715E60894B5D43A3858A909C5D1895405F43@marine.vsap.uq.edu.au>

This year The University of Queensland, Australia is offering the Great
Barrier Reef Study Program for international and domestic students from 14
June - 13 August 2004.

The Great Barrier Reef Study Program provides students with an opportunity
for the ultimate marine education experience through a unique program
comprised of six short course options undertaken in Queensland's spectacular
marine environments, at world class research stations and on board a tall
ship. 

Three courses are taught at Heron Island Research Station on a coral cay,
two at Moreton Bay Research Station on North Stradbroke Island and one
course on board a tall ship in the Great Barrier Reef. The courses are short
intensive courses during which students will be immersed in the marine
environment. They will have daily lectures, field practical and laboratory
sessions so that they become familiar with a range of marine organisms and
processes and acquire first hand research skills through conducting short
group research projects.

The following courses are offered for 2004:
Coastal Zone Management
Marine Microscopy and Microanalysis
Biology and Oceanography of the Great Barrier Reef
Marine Neurobiology
Tropical Marine Invertebrates
Coral Reef Ecosystems

Please visit the website for detailed information and enrolment details.
www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

Dr Selina Ward
Academic Coordinator
Great Barrier Reef Study Program
Centre for Marine Studies
The University of Queensland
St Lucia 4072 Qld
Australia
ph 61 7 3346 9576
mob 61 410 478467
fax 61 7 33654755
email s.ward at marine.uq.edu.au
http://www.marine.uq.edu.au/GBRSP/

From judith_mendes at hotmail.com  Fri Jan  2 09:23:44 2004
From: judith_mendes at hotmail.com (Judith Mendes)
Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2004 14:23:44 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
Message-ID: <Law15-F31ll7fnp3eEH0000b414@hotmail.com>

Dear Mark,

One difficulty with the meta-analysis you are planning is the wide variety 
of methods used to collect coral abundance data. With respect to their 
effect on the calculation of diversity the methods can be divided into two 
groups:

1. Those that estimate abundance from the projected planar area, the two 
dimensions x and z (e.g. methods with images taken from a camera/video 
camera mounted above the coral).

2. Those that estimate abundance from surface relief, the two dimensions x 
and y (e.g.
Methods in which a line or chain is draped over the coral). This means that 
the resulting abundance estimates are affected by the morphology of the 
coral species. Species with high relief e.g. Acropora will appear more 
abundant when a method that measures abundance in the xy plane is used when 
compared with their abundance estimated in the xz plane.

While this difference in the way abundance is estimated different methods 
may sound trivial, it can lead to very different estimates of diversity for 
the same location, particularly if the diversity index chosen emphasises the 
relative abundance of species in its calculation. The best book explaining 
the variety of diversity indices and the aspect of community composition 
that they emphasise (species richness or evenness/dominance) is still 
?Ecological Diversity and its Measurement? by Anne Magurran (1988). It even 
contains a nice Caribbean coral reef example from Barbados showing diversity 
increasing with depth and distance from Bridgetown, the capital, on the west 
coast of the island. This example is taken from Tomascik, T. and Sander, F 
(1987) Effects of eutrophication on reef building corals II? Mar. Biol., 
94:53-75.  I see Anne Magurran is bringing out a new book this month 
entitled ?Measuring Biological Diversity?; perhaps this will be even better 
than the original.

Some methods, such as the CARICOMP method, include an index of surface 
relief /rugosity which can be useful in addressing this issue.

I have data from 1 site on the south coast of Jamaica which you are welcome 
to have. Good luck with your meta-analysis.

Judith Mendes

>From: "Mark Vermeij" <Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov>
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Subject: [Coral-List] Shannon Weaver
>Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 14:35:31 -0500
>
>Dear all,
>For a comparitive study I would be interested in diversity indices on coral 
>communities throughout the Caribbean bassin. I was thinking of Shannon 
>Weaver indices as they correct for "abundance", but surprisingly little can 
>be found regarding this measure related to Caribbean corals. E.g. a search 
>with google results in information on line-dancing (amongst other 
>interesting topics), but no relevant information in relation to corals was 
>found. If you have such data, or know a place were to find this, I would 
>greatly appreciate your suggestions. Basically what I'm looking for is a 
>detailed quantification of coral abundance (either through number or 
>cover), that includes the majority of corals known to be present at that 
>location. Based on this information the calculation of the SW-index for 
>this location should be simple.
>
>Thanks for your help and with best regards,
>Mark
>
>--
>Dr. Mark Vermeij
>
>Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (RSMAS/UM)
>
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>Tel: +1 305-361-4230, Fax: +1 305-361-4499 E-mail: Mark.Vermeij at noaa.gov
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From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Mon Jan  5 01:51:10 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 14:51:10 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Management Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFED7@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi coral-listers,
The Management Plan for Ningaloo Marine Park (NMP) is currently undergoing review.
NMP protects Ningaloo Reef, one of the largest fringing coral reefs in the world.
It occurs in the remote North-west of Australia and is one of the few major coral reef systems occuring on the west coast of any continent. This reef is of potential World Heritage Listing and remains relatively pristine. 
The NMP proposed zoning plan has recently been released for public comment.
If you have any interest in this area or have visited it in the past now is a good opportunity to have your say.
Email me to register your interest and I will forward you the relevant documentation.
Look forward to any replies,
Best Regards,
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Mon Jan  5 09:53:10 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2004 08:53:10 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes [Florida
	Department 
	of Environmental Protection in the middle of the first year of an
	intense
	monitoring program to document the status of the reef] (Stuart News,
	1/4 /04)
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B19@MIAMIMX>

See excerpt below... Full article with photos can be found through the link
provided.

Happy New Year,

Bill

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St. Lucie inlet reef under watchful eyes

   By Suzanne Wentley
      staff writer

   Stuart News
   http://www.tcpalm.com

   January 4, 2004

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

STUART -- State reef expert Walter Jaap remembered well the first time he
dove the coral reef off St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve in the late 1970s.

"I was shocked. It used to be conventional wisdom that when you were north
of Miami there wasn't much in the way of coral reefs," said Jaap, an
associate research scientist with the Florida Marine Research
Institute. "But you can find interesting coral formations up to this area."

Some Treasure Coast anglers and divers might be familiar with the area,
often referred to as Peck's Lake reef or kingfish hole.

But scientists are just starting to uncover the uniqueness of the 6-square-
mile reef, considered the northernmost of tropical coral reefs.

Biologists with the state Department of Environmental Protection are in the
middle of the first year of an intense monitoring program, designed to
document the status of the reef.

Its health can then be analyzed before and after $1.2 billion in local
Everglades restoration work is completed, to determine the impact on
natural ecosystems.

The goal -- as was the goal when local activists first persuaded Jaap and
others to focus on the reef just south of the inlet -- is to preserve its
biodiversity and beauty.

"There's just an abundant amount of wildlife there," said Mark Perry,
executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society. "Once you see it,
you just say, 'Wow.' It's something we need to preserve."

Under the sea

More than 150 species of fish and more than 200 species of invertebrates
live among the 17 different coral species found in the St. Lucie Inlet
State Preserve.

During an annual fish count at the reef -- sponsored by the DEP and
administered by the national Reef Environment Education Foundation --
volunteers saw everything from yellowtail parrotfish to loggerhead sea
turtles to a spotted eagle ray.

Soft and hard corals are found in the reef, which features the Sabellariid
worm reef -- seen also at Bathtub Reef beach park -- closer to the inlet.

As the reef stretches toward Hobe Sound, there are a variety of corals
planted on a coquina limestone known as Anastasia rock that formed 125,000
years ago after an ice age changed the sea level, Perry said.

Individual colonies of Oculina ivory bush coral, brain corals, great star
corals and sea fans -- all quite small compared to similar reefs in the
Caribbean -- cover about 1 percent of the bottom, which is only about 8 to
20 feet below the surface.

In the Keys, corals cover about 12 percent of the bottom, said Jeff Beal,
director of the DEP's Aquatic and Buffer Preserve field office, who is
coordinating monitoring efforts.

The growth, he said, is likely limited by water temperature and the wave
action that causes some of the corals to grow flat, like a pancake.

"You're at the northern limit for many of these corals," he said. "We were
surprised to discover there is a great diversity of corals down there."

Although the heads of corals are small, the reef is "very healthy here,"
Beal added.

Monitoring the reef

But the health, abundance and diversity is just starting to be documented,
despite years of great fishing that bring dozens of boats to the reef this
time of year, hoping for a Spanish mackerel that swims in a deep hole in
the middle of the reef.

"We're doing the first assessment of that reef," Beal said. "It's amazing
how many things you can see there."

After Jaap's initial dive on the site, he and another scientist wrote a
report encouraging protection of the reef. But it took until January 1988
for the state to buy the submerged lands and create a management plan for
the preserve.

"They do an annual survey of it, and they also have a bunch of volunteer
divers that go and clean it up, to make sure it's in good condition," said
John Griner, preserve manager. "We don't have a large staff to monitor it."

Instead, Beal and a former state scientist, Cindy Lott, met with Jaap to
collect baseline data for the reef.

Using digital video cameras, the scientists shot underwater videos along
pre-determined lines. They counted and identified the species, then logged
the information to compare each year.

Already, the scientists have three lines permanently installed, with plans
to install at least a dozen.

"We want to pick areas with high coral abundance," Beal said. "We want to
see how much does the St. Lucie (Canal) water, how much does that affect
the reef."

That information could be used to gauge the effectiveness of local
Everglades restoration efforts, he added.

Preservation plans

There is more to saving the reef than monitoring.

In the next few years, state preserve officials plan to install anchor
buoys so boats visiting the area won't damage the reef with anchors.

Until then, Perry recommends that boaters be wary of the reef when dropping
anchor.

"It's simple. You can see the reef from the surface because it's shallow,"
he said. "You want to look for a nice, sandy area. It helps a lot."

Long-term plans for the preserve also include creating a visible boundary
around the reef. Spearfishing is not allowed in the preserve.

Perry also suggested anglers be careful not to break their line on the
rock, because excess fishing line and dropped nets cause hazards for
underwater dwellers.

"The best thing is to use a round sinker, and use it right off the bottom
not to get tangled in the rocks," he said.

As state scientists continue their monitoring, they hope to create a list --
 with pictures -- of all the species that can be found underwater, helping
divers and snorkelers to better appreciate the area's natural wonders.

"It's very easy to break corals, to undo years of growth," Beal
said. "There's a whole community around them. It's a really neat place."

...

- suzanne.wentley at scripps.com

Reef dwellers

Some of the species found at St. Lucie Inlet State Preserve:

 - Cocoa damselfish (www.reefnews.com/reefnews/news/v05n05/cocoad.html)
The damselfish, commonly found in the Caribbean, eats algae growing on
tropical corals and uses the area for breeding.

 - Long-spined black sea urchin
(coastal.er.usgs.gov/african_dust/diadema.html)
This species of sea urchin experienced a major die-off in the Caribbean in
the 1980s, but have a healthy population here.

 - Great star coral
(www.flmnh.ufl.edu/fish/southflorida/coral/profiles.html#great)
Impressive colonies of this tropical coral are large enough to be very old
and stable.

 - Mutton snapper (indianriver.fl.us/fishing/fish/snapmutt.html)
Because spearfishing is illegal within the preserve boundary, snapper and
other game fish are able to grow and feed among the reef.

http://www.tcpalm.com/tcp/news/article/0,1651,TCP_997_2550942,00.html

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From taz9911 at hotmail.com  Mon Jan  5 21:40:43 2004
From: taz9911 at hotmail.com (Wendy Chen)
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2004 02:40:43 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
Message-ID: <Sea2-F51v5PispynCjW0001dc67@hotmail.com>

   Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with
   pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my
   controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The
   glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4
   days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I
   get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months,
   I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same,
   but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else
   has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis
   settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a
   Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help
   would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
   Wendy Chen
   aka Woon Jaye Chen
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From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 10:38:55 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 10:38:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Tropical Marine Biology Summer Course
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107103823.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Greetings,
   I  would  appreciate  it  if you would make your students aware of our
   Tropical  Marine  Biology  summer  course  that  will  be  held at Lee
   Stocking  Island, Bahamas during July 19 - August 2, 2004. We can take
   a total of 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served
   basis.  Students  will  receive  4  semester  hours  of college credit
   (undergraduate or graduate) as long as the course is approved by their
   home  institution.  More  information about the course can be found at
   the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Trop_Mar_Biol/T
   MB_Home_Page.html
   Thanks for your help!
   Cheers,
   Danny Gleason

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References

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   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From tlsnell at buffalo.edu  Wed Jan  7 13:33:04 2004
From: tlsnell at buffalo.edu (tlsnell at buffalo.edu)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 13:33:04 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
Message-ID: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites 
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this 
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic 
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate 
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.  

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking 
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to 
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific 
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate 
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were 
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to 
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of 
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure 
coral-specificity. 

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260

From dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu  Wed Jan  7 15:17:53 2004
From: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu (Danny Gleason)
Date: Wed, 07 Jan 2004 15:17:53 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.0.20040107151731.01af96d0@gsvms2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu>

   Summer M.S. Assistantship in Marine Biology

   Funding is available at Georgia Southern University (GSU) starting May
   1, 2004 to support a Master's student for the summer to participate in
   studies  of  the  benthic  invertebrate  fauna of Gray's Reef National
   Marine  Sanctuary. The successful applicant will be expected to assist
   with  two  projects related to this group of organisms: 1) development
   of  a web-based field guide and 2) assessment of recruitment processes
   to  the  benthos. Abstracts for both of these projects can be obtained
   at the following web site:
   [1]http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   The  successful  applicant  will  also  be  expected to enter the M.S.
   program   in   Biology  at  GSU  in  fall  2004  and  will  develop  a
   hypothesis-driven   research   project   based  on  organisms  in  the
   Sanctuary.  Scuba  diving  certification is required and an ability to
   work   in   rough  sea  conditions  is  highly  preferred.  Successful
   applicants  will  receive  funding for the summer ($3,000) and will be
   supported  during  fall  and  spring semesters on either a teaching or
   research assistantship (type of support dependent on availability).

   Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is one of the largest near shore
   live-bottom   reefs  off  the  coast  of  Georgia  and  is  a  popular
   recreational  fishing and sport diving destination. It is located 17.5
   nautical  miles  off  Sapelo  Island,  Georgia, is in the 60-90' depth
   range,  and encompasses 17 square nautical miles. Gray's Reef contains
   a complex habitat of caves, burrows, troughs, and overhangs that house
   invertebrates,  such  as sponges, barnacles, sea fans, hard coral, sea
   stars,  crabs,  lobsters, snails, and shrimp. This rocky platform also
   attracts  numerous  species  of  fishes,  including  black  sea  bass,
   snapper, grouper, and mackerel.

   Interested students should submit a resume, undergraduate transcripts,
   a statement of interest and career goals, and two letters of reference
   to  Danny Gleason, Department of Biology, Georgia Southern University,
   P.O.  Box  8042,  Statesboro,  GA  30460-8042.  The  recipient will be
   selected  from the pool of applicants who have submitted all materials
   by February 20, 2004. More information about the Department of Biology
   at  GSU  can  be  found  at [2]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/ and
   information   on   applying   to  graduate  school  can  be  found  at
   [3]http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/

   ************************************************************
   Daniel Gleason
   Department of Biology
   Georgia Southern University
   P.O. Box 8042
   Statesboro, GA 30460-8042
   Phone: 912-681-5957
   Fax: 912-681-0845
   E-mail: dgleason at georgiasouthern.edu
   [4]http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.ht
   ml
   ***************************************************************

References

   1. http://www.bio.gasou.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/GraysAbstracts.htm
   2. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/
   3. http://gsaix2.cc.georgiasouthern.edu/gradcoll/
   4. http://www.bio.georgiasouthern.edu/Bio-home/Gleason/Gleason-home.html

From fpl at circop.com  Wed Jan  7 16:21:26 2004
From: fpl at circop.com (Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 22:21:26 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] In'l Coral Reefs Conf of Paris (CIRCoP 2) : looking
	for Talks & Movies
Message-ID: <00a701c3d564$3f08e7e0$0500a8c0@27.32.5.free.fr>

Dear listers, 

After a great first edition end of Jan 2003, the International Coral Reefs Conferences of Paris (CIRCoP) will open their doors once again on March the 19th & 20th 2005.

This general public event has been created to allow scientists to share knowledge and passion about Coral Reefs with Divers, Reef Aquarists, Sea Lovers and General Public. 

This second edition will occur in one of the most famous venue in Paris : the "City of Sciences". This place, with 2 big theatres, 8 sessions rooms, and 2000 m2 of exposition area, should allow us to welcome about 4000 people during a Week-End. Organized around 16 main talks & 16 movies, CIRCoP 2 should also provide 16 aquaria specific talks for hobbists, 16 aquaria talks for professionals, and 16 talks for divers. Tour operators, Aquaria equipment makers, photos and videos should also create a lot of animation, and much more...

We are now starting to work on the program, and we are looking for talks and movies dealing with topic of interest for our visitors.
If you would like to be part of the lecturer team, please suggest one or more potential talk, with 5 lines of description. Please also explain from where you would come from (country and town/airport)
If you have professional quality movie(s) about coral reefs that you would like to show, please tell us. 

Talks and movies should talk about thing like : 
a.. Coral Reefs : Status, Protection, Restoration, Reef Life,...
a.. Aquaria : Techniques, Captive propagation, Animal Care & Description 
a.. Travels and Diving : Where to go, what to see, how to learn about Reefs, how to protect them 

For more information, please refer to : 
- the official web site : www.circop.com
- Lecturers Information :  http://www.circop.com/CIRCoP2005/US/LecturerConditions.html

Many thanks in advance for your replies, 

Best Regards & Wishes for this new Year
Fabrice Poiraud-Lambert
www.reefkeepers.net
www.circop.com

From phmontoya at hotmail.com  Wed Jan  7 21:39:43 2004
From: phmontoya at hotmail.com (Phanor Montoya Maya)
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2004 21:39:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Looking for information on coral reproduction
Message-ID: <000301c3d590$abe90d50$ca985dc8@phanor>

Dear coral list suscribers,
 
Can anyone help me find information about coral reproduction?
 
I want to answer the following questions:
 
Which Caribbean corals are brooding species and which ones are broadcast
species?
How long does it take for the planula to settle? For brooding and
broadcast species?
 
Thank you in advance for the help you can give me.
 
 
Phanor Montoya Maya
Director Ejecutivo
Fundaci?n Bucea Colombia
www.buceacolombia.org
correo at buceacolombia.org
Telefono: 300 6122392
Fax: 3232668
 

From alcolado at ama.cu  Thu Jan  8 09:55:24 2004
From: alcolado at ama.cu (Pedro Alcolado)
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 2004 09:55:24 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Need Nike Bianchi's e-mail address
Message-ID: <004301c3d5f7$7e18d1a0$b65da8c0@ama.cu>

Dear coralisters,
First of all, have all of you a happy new year plenty of scientific success.
I would appreciate to receive from some of you Nike Bianchi's e-mail address. Thank you very much.
Pedro

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Thu Jan  8 13:17:54 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:17:54 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Meandrinas
Message-ID: <Sea2-F34yEXUIEAOeIi000382fd@hotmail.com>

   Hi  Everybody,  I  am  working  with  the genus Meandrina. I have been
   collecting  morphometric,population-level  and  reproductive  data for
   over  a  year  now.  I  borrowed  the  holotype specimen (the only one
   available)  of  Goreaugyra  memorialis fron the Smithsonian Museum and
   done  some  morphometrics.  Zlatarsky  used  the  descriptin  of  this
   specimen  and  synonymized   it  with  Meandrina memorialis. There are
   morphological  differences  between  what we are calling M. memorialis
   here  in  Puerto  Rico  and  other Caribbean sites and the holotype of
   G.memorialis.However,  no  statistical  inferences  could be made with
   justone  specimen.  I  was wondering if anybody has seen, photographed
   and  or  collected another specimen (s) of Goreaugyra anywhere else is
   the  wider  Caribbean  or  even  outside  this  area  (Brasil??). I am
   including a photo of Goreaugyra memorialis

   Thanks

   Jorge Pinz?n
     _________________________________________________________________

   Add photos to your e-mail with [1]MSN 8. Get 2 months FREE*.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2746??PS=

From Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:08:09 2004
From: Lindsey.C.Williams at noaa.gov (Lindsey C Williams)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:08:09 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available
Message-ID: <3FFDAA99.6E4652A3@noaa.gov>

Coral Reefs and Climate Workshop Proceedings Available

Proceedings from the June 18 - 20, 2003 Coral Reefs, Climate and Coral
Bleaching workshop are now available on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
website (www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm).

At its 8th meeting in October 2002, the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force
(USCRTF) passed two resolutions highlighting the impacts of climate and
coral bleaching on coral reefs.  The first resolution on ?Coral Reefs
and Climate Change? called for an interagency, public/private
partnership to advance understanding and management of this issue.  A
second resolution identified climate change and coral bleaching as one
of six priority threats to U.S. reefs and encouraged development of
three-year local action strategies by State/Territory and Federal
partners to address the problem.

In response to these resolutions, the Department of Commerce (NOAA),
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Department of the Interior
(DOI) organized a stakeholder workshop to explore collaborative
approaches to better understand and address threats to coral reefs
associated with climate, with special emphasis on coral bleaching.

Participants included over 100 scientists and managers from U.S.
federal, State and Territorial government, NGOs, academia, and
international agencies currently active in understanding and managing
coral reefs in a changing climate. The three-day workshop addressed the
latest science on climate change and coral bleaching, reviewed current
efforts to develop management strategies in the context of coral
bleaching, and discussed ways to better integrate science and management
information to address the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Visit www.coralreef.gov/proceedings/Workproc/index.htm to view the
Proceedings. Please contact Felipe Arzayus with any questions
(Felipe.Arzayus at noaa.gov).

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Thu Jan  8 14:16:42 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Thu, 08 Jan 2004 14:16:42 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
Message-ID: <3FFDAC9A.A397CA55@noaa.gov>

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.

Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118

                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
             1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
             CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to announce
the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral reef
conservation.

The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This award
is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
initiatives.

This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on coral
reef management initiatives with an agency member of the USCRTF.  In
this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a location to
be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be flown to
Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at the next
USCRTF meeting.

Eligibility
In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
following minimum requirements:
? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on coral
reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully completed the
sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy or science with
emphasis on coral reefs;
? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, or
Hawaii.

Application Selection Timetable

Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST

Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004

Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
(*pending availability)

Application Material

All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit the
following material:
? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
? Resume.
? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship will
benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in your
island.

Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:

USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
c/o Shane Guan
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov

Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
Fax: 301-713-4389

Contact
For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
above address.

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From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Fri Jan  9 06:21:20 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:21:20 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Climate Conference - abstract reminder
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE4230299C2B5@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear all

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Happy New Year to you all. This is a reminder to those of you who have
not yet sent in abstracts for the conference that the deadline for
submission is the end of January 2004 (see full details below).
Registration details, with forms and example abstract can be found at:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts as soon as possible. Here is
a reminder of the timetable for the conference - note the deadline for
abstracts:

 

Call for abstracts: September 2003

 

Deadline for abstracts: 31st Jan 2004

 

Programme details online: 31st March 2004

 

Early registration deadline: 31st May 2004

 

Freshwater Biological Association Annual Meeting: 19th-20th July 2004

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems conference: 21st-23rd July 2004

 

Due to our aim in providing an integrated conference where all
participants can hear all talks, and the potential high interest in this
conference, there is likely to be some competition for oral presentation
slots. Contributors are therefore encouraged to:

 

1.	target their presentations (and thus abstracts) to be as
accessible as possible to the wide range of participants at the
conference
2.	present a broad picture or synthesis of ideas within a
particular field fitting to the overarching theme of the conference (for
local studies, it would therefore be beneficial for presenters to put
their work firmly in a global context).
3.	keep abstracts within the word limit and to use the format given
4.	to have the abstracts in before the deadline 

 

The organising committee will review all abstracts the week after the
deadline and select presentations for each of the themed sessions of the
conference to complement the plenary speakers. Oral presentations will
be chosen to give as full range of topics as possible over the
conference. All participants submitting abstracts for an oral
presentation that are not accepted for a talk will be offered to present
as a poster instead.

 

For all communication on the conference, please use the following
conference email:

 

climate at plymouth.ac.uk <mailto:climate at plymouth.ac.uk> 

 

We look forward to receiving your abstracts & registration forms and
seeing many of you here in Plymouth in July.

 

Yours,

 

Martin

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From Bprecht at pbsj.com  Fri Jan  9 11:00:05 2004
From: Bprecht at pbsj.com (Precht, Bill)
Date: Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:00:05 -0600 
Subject: [Coral-List] FW: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]
Message-ID: <426B2019BCDED611BF6200047583E89D021A0B5F@MIAMIMX>

FYI - Sorry for any cross-postings.

-----Original Message-----
From: John F. Valentine [mailto:jvalentine at disl.org] 
To: Precht, Bill
Subject: [Fwd: 2004 Benthic Ecology Meeting]

Dear Friends,

As you develop your travel plans for the coming year, we hope that you
will consider participating in the upcoming Benthic Ecology Meeting
which will be held March 25-28 in Mobile, Alabama.  To help you with
your planning, we are announcing the posting of the 2004 Benthic Ecology
Meeting website which can now be found on the internet at
http://bem.disl.org.  On this site, you will find descriptions of the
registration and abstract submittal processes, t-shirts and, of course,
a lively social gathering.  In addition, you will find links to the
meeting hotel, travel web sites and the meeting organizers.  When you
have a moment take a look.  We encourage you to book your rooms and send
in your registrations as soon as possible, in order that we can better
plan our annual event.  In the mean time, we stand by to answer any
questions you have about the upcoming meeting.

John F. Valentine - jvalentine at disl.org

-- 
john f. valentine
101 bienville blvd.
dauphin island sea lab &
university of south alabama
dauphin island, al. 35628
office #: 251-861-7546
fax #: 251-861-7540
email: jvalentine at disl.org
disl website: www.disl.org

From raronson at disl.org  Fri Jan  9 12:04:08 2004
From: raronson at disl.org (Rich Aronson)
Date: Fri, 09 Jan 2004 11:04:08 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
Message-ID: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>

The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
 
For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004

-- 
_____________________________
Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
Senior Marine Scientist
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA

voice: 251-861-7567
fax:   251-861-7540
_____________________________

From Billy.Causey at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 10 12:08:35 2004
From: Billy.Causey at noaa.gov (Billy Causey)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 12:08:35 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement from The Natura Conservancy
Message-ID: <40003192.8EB28FBB@noaa.gov>

The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Last Great Places

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:   Marine Habitat Leader
SUPERVISOR: Director, Global Priorities Group
LOCATION:  open
DATE POSTED: December 18, 2003

The Marine Habitat Leader is a new, estimated 12-month position
developed to lead The Nature Conservancy in setting outcome-based
conservation goals, including priority conservation strategies and
places, for all of the world?s marine biomes ? called Major Habitat
Types.  Marine goals will be informed by global scientific assessments
of habitat status, threat and conservation progress, and calibrated
against advancements to be made through TNC and partner efforts.  The
objective of this position is to conduct an expansive and inclusive
process that builds both institutional support and partner engagement
for the conservation of the world?s marine ecoregions.  Responsibilities
include: 1) leading a science-driven assessment of each Marine Major
Habitat Type that culminates in an authoritative ?state of the habitat?
report;  2) conducting a conservation gap analysis to identify priority
areas and priority strategies; 3) articulating initial habitat goals for
TNC; 4) facilitating the establishment of longer-range goals for
relevant TNC programs; 5) contributing to a framework to help inform
Conservancy FY06 planning; and 6) making structural or process-related
recommendations relevant to implementation of these goals.

The Marine Habitat Leader will work with four other habitat leaders to
lead TNC in setting comprehensive conservation goals for all Major
Habitat Types.  In addition, the Marine Leader will ensure integration
and collaboration with the Marine Initiative in both the design and
execution of this process.  Within that broader framework, the Marine
Leader will provide overall leadership on behalf of TNC for Marines
Major Habitat Type goal setting.  It is conceivable that TNC might
co-lead each process with individuals from other institutions.
Specific duties require building and managing a small core ad hoc team
of partners, key TNC staff, senior managers, trustees/Board of
Governors, and Global Priority Group (GPG) staff.   The Marine Leader is
expected to work with other habitat leaders to identify crosscutting
issues and ensure consistent methods.  The Leader will work closely with
the GPG on data management and analysis, mapping, and the overall
process.  The Leader ensures the goal-setting process for marine
habitats remains within budget.  The Director of Global Priorities
supervises the Marine Habitat Leader.

DUTIES:

1. Advance habitat goal-setting for marine within a broader
organizational effort that will set coherent goals and define priorities
for all Major Habitat Types organized under five different habitat
groups (grasslands, deserts, freshwater, marine, and forests).
Collaborate with other Habitat Leaders to ensure learning across groups
and to balance efforts and priorities across and between groups.
2. Work with other institutions to conduct global habitat assessments,
insuring the use of existing information to document and analyze the
status, distribution, threats, geographic priorities, dominant
strategies, level of conservation investments and established
international goals, and gaps relevant to Marine Major Habitat Types.
3. Solicit input from the field to produce a preliminary draft outline
of TNC specific goals, outcomes, priorities and approach to gaps for
conservation of Marine Major Habitat Types.
4. Facilitate a habitat conference with field practitioners from TNC,
trustees, key partners, and potential donors to peer-review a draft
?state of the habitat report?, to refine initial recommendations for TNC
goals and priorities, to galvanize goal setting for programs across TNC,
and to build networks of collaboration across practitioners.
5. Finalize a global context and conservation vision for all Marine
Major Habitat Types (in the form of the state of the habitat report),
including TNC?s goals and contributions to the vision with relevant
measures, clear organizational priorities for discretionary resources,
and collective commitments overall organization.
6. Recommend ongoing operational or structural implications of pursuing
conservation goals for Marine Major Habitat Types.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Credible conservation experience within Marine ecoregions and
familiarity with Marine biogeography. At least 10 years experience in
the conservation field and applying ecological concepts to conservation
decision-making or biodiversity management, particularly as it relates
to Marine habitats.
2. Highly skilled at effective communication with diverse people and
institutions. Experience translating information and ideas between
disciplines or stakeholder groups and excellent speaking and writing
skills required.  Past success in marketing concepts and approaches to
various audiences in building positive and lasting relationships with
people and organizations.
3. Track record of delivering results in a complex process.   Proven
understanding of how organizations work and of how to design program
structures and functions to accomplish specific goals. Ability to
operate effectively in a non-confrontational style in diverse
institutional settings.  Comfort with ambiguity and institutional
change.
4. Excellent management skills.  Knows how to set priorities well,
manage an ad hoc with no direct management authority, and manage
finances.  Able to set and fulfill meaningful goals and objectives, to
develop realistic schedules, to anticipate and solve programmatic or
people-related problems, and to objectively measure performance against
goals and institute changes when merited.
5. Works well independently but is also a good team player.  Able to
accomplish individual and programmatic goals while making a significant
contribution to the broader goals of the organization.
6. Strong commitment to conservation.
7. Willingness to travel frequently, often on short notice.

PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE,  AND A LIST OF 3
OR MORE REFERENCES BY JANUARY 30, 2004 TO jobs at tnc.org  (please include
job title in subject line).

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Visit us at www.nature.org/careers

--

----
Billy D. Causey
Superintendent
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
P.O. Box 500368
Marathon, FL  33050

phone: (305) 743-2437 x26
fax: (305) 743-2357

http://floridakeys.noaa.gov

From dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in  Fri Jan  9 22:19:29 2004
From: dugong at md2.vsnl.net.in (DUGONG)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 08:49:29 +0530
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <000001c3d728$b4978b40$516c41db@aaa>

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU CHARLIE VERON.
All members of INDIAN SOCIETY FOR CORAL REEF STUDIES Congratulates Charlie
Veron for winning the Darwin Melal for his excellent contributions to the
coral reef research in the world.

Dr K. VENKATARAMAN
General Secretary
Indian Society for Coral Reef Studies
C/o Marine Biological Station
Zoological Survey of India
130, Santhome High Road
Chennai 600 028 India
----- Original Message -----
From: Rich Aronson <raronson at disl.org>
To: Coral List <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 09, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Charlie Veron Wins 2004 Darwin Medal

> The Darwin Medal, the most prestigious award given by the International
> Society for Reef Studies, is presented every four years at the
> International Coral Reef Symposium. It is awarded to a senior ISRS
> member who is recognized worldwide for major contributions throughout
> her/his career.  The previous recipients have been Drs. David Stoddart,
> Peter Glynn, Ian Macintyre and Yossi Loya. The next occasion at which
> the medal will be presented is the Tenth International Coral Reef
> Symposium, to be held in Okinawa Japan from 28 June to 2 July 2004.
> ISRS is pleased to announce that Dr. J. E. N. (Charlie) Veron has been
> elected to receive the 2004 Darwin Medal. Dr. Veron is Leading Scientist
> at the Australian Institute of Marine Science in Townsville,
> Queensland.  ISRS President Dr. Nick Polunin will present the medal and
> Dr. Veron will deliver a plenary address at a ceremony in Okinawa
> scheduled for Tuesday 29 June.
>
> For more information on the International Coral Reef Symposium, please
> see www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
>
> --
> _____________________________
> Richard B. Aronson, Ph.D.
> Senior Marine Scientist
> Dauphin Island Sea Lab
> 101 Bienville Boulevard
> Dauphin Island, AL 36528 USA
>
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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 12:00:42 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 11:00:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
References: <3FFEDF08.92E2B504@disl.org>
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV249CieJTjLP000235e0@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on
performance)

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
Headquarters)

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring
protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
organization with the following goals:

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the
private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and
economically sustainable solutions.

 Scope and Functions:

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
duties may include:

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions.
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
their reefs.

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
the environment is preferred.

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
conserve coral reef ecosystems.

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From jorgecoral at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 09:52:51 2004
From: jorgecoral at hotmail.com (Jorge Pinzon)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 10:52:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] G. memorialis
Message-ID: <Sea2-F35gx3lKy8VBDU000048a2@hotmail.com>

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 11 12:57:19 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 11:57:19 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Addendum to Reef Check Belize position
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV58jSpeU8g5P0001a576@hotmail.com>

Hello to all, a few clarifications concerning the open position at Reef
Check Belize:

  1.. I failed to mention that the successful applicant will be a Belizean,
as we are trying to build up local capacity for our program.

  2.. Additionally, the proposed salary may have been a bit misleading as it
is based on the Belizean local scale.

Sorry for any inconvenience, but I wanted to clarify those points and save
some confusion later.

Thanks,

Robyn Woodman

----- Original Message -----
From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
To: "Coral List" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2004 11:00 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available

>
>
>
> Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize
>
>
>
> Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef
>
>
>
> Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based
on
> performance)
>
>
>
> Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
> Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef
> Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
> Background
>
> Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based
monitoring
> protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.
> Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over
> 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this
> time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental
> organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor
> and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and
the
> private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine
> reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound
and
> economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
> Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science
> Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination,
> implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the
> duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training
sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris
> Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check
Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and
> government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage
> their reefs.
>
>
>
>
> Qualifications
> 1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to
> the environment is preferred.
>
> 2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
> 3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
> 4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
> 5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to
> conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
> 6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
> Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
> Applications
> Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter
> (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
> Green Reef
>
> Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
> 100 Coconut Drive
>
> San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
> Belize, Central America
>
> Office: ++501.226.2833
>
> Home: ++501.226.3174
>
> E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>

From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Sun Jan 11 23:51:31 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:51:31 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites
References: <1073500384.3ffc50e03b017@mail3.buffalo.edu>
Message-ID: <00c101c3d8c7$c0f8acc0$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Where can one find out about coral genetic work and its application, or
potential use, as a marine protected area management tool?

Is there someone I can 'talk' to about this? Or perhaps some literature
somewhere. Unfortunately working in the Philppines imposes some limitations
on how much good literature I can get a hold of!

Thanking you all in adavnce!

Jeff Archer

Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations
Ocean Adventure
Camayan Wharf
West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Zambales 2222
Philippines

Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223
Direct: +63 47 252 8982
Fax: +63 47 252 9000
Mobile: +63 920 900 9770
Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph
Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph
Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tlsnell at buffalo.edu>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2004 2:33 AM
Subject: [Coral-List] Porites astreoides microsatellites

Dear colleagues,
I have isolated three variable microsatellite loci from Porites
astreoides in an effort to study the population structure of this
species.  Unfortunately, with only three loci (with little genetic
diversity relative to other coral species), there is not adequate
information to complete the analyses in an appropriate manner.

I am interested in others that have been or are currently looking
into developing microsatellites for this species and would like to
collaborate through exchange of P. astreoides-specific
microsatellite primers.  Since more than 50% of the candidate
microsatellite loci isolated from adult P. astreoides tissue were
zooxanthellae-specific in my experience, I would also be willing to
test potential P. astreoides microsatellites against a variety of
cultured zooxanthellae I have available to me, in order to ensure
coral-specificity.

Thanks for your time,

Tonya (Snell) Shearer

tlsnell at buffalo.edu
Department of Biological Sciences
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY  14260
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From jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph  Mon Jan 12 02:06:08 2004
From: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph (OA - JArcher)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:08 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates
References: <Sea2-F8wVRL5eHVVHZR0001fa63@hotmail.com>
Message-ID: <01ec01c3d8da$8ecf8260$56230ed2@jeffarcher>

Try to minimise light, especially red spectrum stuff. Maybe keep it in the dark. Diatoms will still settle and the biofilm will still develop, hopefully in the absence of green algae.

Good luck

Jeff
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Wendy Chen 
  To: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  Sent: Monday, January 12, 2004 2:29 PM
  Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates

  Thanks for the insight. I tried to leave my glassware to soak in seawater longer, but I was getting a lot of green seaweed growing on it. It was very difficult trying to take that out without taking the biofilm at all. When I left the seaweed in, the larve died within a half a day even in the control that only had filter seawater. I think that my problem may be that there is no water movement in the glass containers. I need to find a way to create some type of movement, no matter how minimal. I will try that out next week. Thanks again. 

  Wendy Chen 
  aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  >From: "OA - JArcher" 
  >Reply-To: "OA - JArcher" 
  >To: "Wendy Chen" 
  >Subject: Re: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  >Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 12:39:13 +0800 
  > 
  >I don't have a lot of experience, but I find that if you age the settlement 
  >plates a little more than a few days,  then the consistancy of results 
  >improves - to a certain extent, and with limitations. I feel that the 
  >problem may lie in the initial competition/succession rates of the pioneer 
  >species, with patchy cover of biofilm due to competition and growth rates of 
  >any of the multiple species of bacteria that colonise. I find that if we 
  >leave plates longer, then we get a good cover of bacteria and a usually a 
  >stable cover of diatoms on top of that. This also provides good food for our 
  >own needs in terms of culturing corals, echinoderm and holothurian larve. 
  > 
  >It also depends on the nature of the substrate you are using. New Cement or 
  >firbous plates contains leachates which are found in varying concentrations 
  >around the surface which may have an inhibitory effect on subsequent 
  >colonisation and growth. 
  > 
  >Jeff Archer 
  > 
  >Director of Aquatics and Marine Operations 
  >Ocean Adventure 
  >Camayan Wharf 
  >West Ilanin Forest Area 
  >Subic Bay Freeport Zone 
  >Zambales 2222 
  >Philippines 
  > 
  >Phone: +63 47 252 9000 ext 223 
  >Direct: +63 47 252 8982 
  >Fax: +63 47 252 9000 
  >Mobile: +63 920 900 9770 
  >Email: jarcher at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Dive Enquiries: dive at oceanadventure.com.ph 
  >Website: www.oceanadventure.com.ph 
  > 
  > 
  > 
  >----- Original Message ----- 
  >From: "Wendy Chen" 
  >To: 
  >Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:40 AM 
  >Subject: [Coral-List] pocillopora damicornis settlement rates 
  > 
  > 
  > > 
  > >    Hi!  I'm  a  grad  student  in  Guam  working on toxicity studies with 
  > >    pocillopora  damicornis  larvae.  I'm  having  some  trouble  with  my 
  > >    controls. I'm settling out larvae in glassware with biofilm on it. The 
  > >    glassware  was  conditioned by placing it in flowing seawater from 2-4 
  > >    days  to  allow the biofilm to develop. My problem is that sometimes I 
  > >    get  very high rates of settlement from 70-100% and then other months, 
  > >    I  get 3-15% settlement. All the experiments are run exactly the same, 
  > >    but  yet I get a lot of variability. So I was wondering if anyone else 
  > >    has   some   experience   with  dealing  with  pocillopora  damicornis 
  > >    settlement  or  if you can direct me to some references. I only have a 
  > >    Hodgson  paper  from  1972 and a more recent one from Taiwan. Any help 
  > >    would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 
  > >    Wendy Chen 
  > >    aka Woon Jaye Chen 
  > >      _________________________________________________________________ 
  > > 
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From kadatschu at web.de  Mon Jan 12 13:36:25 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:36:25 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
Message-ID: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral-Listers, 

I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific Scleractians especially in the area of Panama 
in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of coral larvae settlement .
Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region? 
Are there any known brooding species?
What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?

I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!

Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!

Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!

Holger Anlauf

From joshua at nova.edu  Mon Jan 12 15:06:58 2004
From: joshua at nova.edu (Joshua Feingold)
Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
	Scleractinians.
In-Reply-To: <001701c3d93d$c56ec7f0$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20040112150156.00b050f0@pop.nova.edu>

There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter 
Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at 
Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.

Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also 
published in Marine Biology.
1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J. 
Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral 
reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos 
Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.

I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and 
methods section therein.

Cheers,

Joshua Feingold

At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>
>I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific 
>Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
>in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of 
>coral larvae settlement .
>Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
>Are there any known brooding species?
>What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
>
>I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
>
>Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
>
>Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
>
>Holger Anlauf
>
>_______________________________________________
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>Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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From s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 12 19:06:09 2004
From: s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au (Shelley Anthony)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

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From robynwoodman at hotmail.com  Sat Jan 10 08:18:38 2004
From: robynwoodman at hotmail.com (robynwoodman at hotmail.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
Message-ID: <BAY1-DAV43QQOizTSbj000027e2@hotmail.com>

Job opening - Assistant Science Coordinator Reef Check, Belize

 

Executing Agency - Reef Check/Green Reef

 

Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on performance)

 

Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005

 

Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef Headquarters)

 

 

Background

Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental organization with the following goals:

 

  a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
  b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor and report on reef health;
  c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
  d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and the private sector;
  e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and economically sustainable solutions. 
 

 Scope and Functions:

 

Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the duties may include:  

 

  1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training sessions. 
  2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris Caye, Belize.
  3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check Surveys.
  4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.  
  5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage their reefs. 
 

 

Qualifications
1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to the environment is preferred.  

2.      At least an Open Water Diver.

3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.   

4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision. 

5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to conserve coral reef ecosystems. 

6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required. 

 

Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Applications
Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter (electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:

 

 

Green Reef

Attn: Robyn Woodman

100 Coconut Drive

San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye

Belize, Central America

Office: ++501.226.2833  

Home: ++501.226.3174

E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:39:31 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:39:31 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Southern Stingray observations
Message-ID: <001101c3d9eb$70ca6480$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear Coral Listers,

I was wondering if anyone could help on an occurance we have noted here in the Bahamas. In the last two days we have observed 3 dead juvenile (approx 30cm wing span)  Southern Stingrays on the beach adjacent to us. Although subject to strong winds in this area, the days preceeding the finds were calm. Two dolphins were seen in the area subsequently and I was wondering if this may be the cause of the unusual strandings?? No bite marks were noted though our resident turkey vultures had clearly had a feast!

Has anyone seen anything similar or does anyone have any suggestions as to why this may have occurred?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Tue Jan 13 10:47:06 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:47:06 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Discarding glass in the ocean
Message-ID: <002101c3d9ec$7fc23890$442810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Dear coral listers, 

I have heard that discarding smashed glass in the ocean may be a viable option to recycling the material in remote areas with no viable alternatives to recycling or adequate lanfill control. Any opinions??? We are located near the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep trench 6000ft + in the Bahamas and would like to consider this method if found to be agreeable. 

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science Co-ordinator) and the Greenforce - Bahamas team

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

001242 368 6288

From lou_sileo at usgs.gov  Tue Jan 13 12:12:42 2004
From: lou_sileo at usgs.gov (Louis Sileo)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 11:12:42 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral fixative
Message-ID: <OF69F7ADBB.842C41F5-ON86256E1A.005E3ECE@er.usgs.gov>

Shelly -- Shawn Mclaughlin and Kathy Price at the NOAA lab in Oxford MD
have been using a product called 'Z Fixative' with seeming good results.
This  is a brand name.  If you are unable to contact them directly, get
back to me at lou_sileo at usgs.gov and I will put you in touch with them.

Lou Sileo
USGS, National Wildlife Health Center
lou_sileo at usgs.gov
608-270-2461

From ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 13 12:19:11 2004
From: ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca (ingrid.morgan at mail.mcgill.ca)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 12:19:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] short-term employment
Message-ID: <1074014351.4004288fa3270@webmail.mcgill.ca>

Dear All,

I am a recently graduated M.Sc. student from McGill University, Montreal,
Canada. I am currently seeking short-term employment (4-6 months). 

For my Master?s thesis, I studied coral reef fish ecology and my undergraduate
and graduate course-work focused on aquatic conservation. My field experience
is extensive. I worked as a field assistant in a Beech-Maple forest, I
conducted an independent study on fish competition in Barbados, I participated
in a semester long program in Panama and I spent 8 months in Barbados
collecting data for my Master?s thesis (accomplishing over 200 dives). I have
also been involved in scientific education initiatives in Panama and have
taught undergraduate level biology students. I am comfortable with statistics,
a wide range of computer programs and have a working knowledge of ArcView 3.2a.
I am fully bilingual in French and English and am competent in Spanish (spoken/
reading). I would be available as of January and I am willing to travel.

If you know of any opportunities (or have one for me), please contact me and I
can send you my full C.V.

Thank you very much for your time,

Ingrid Morgan

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From kadatschu at web.de  Tue Jan 13 21:57:31 2004
From: kadatschu at web.de (Holger Anlauf)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 18:57:31 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Mistake in email adress in Question about coral
	spawning!
Message-ID: <007a01c3da4b$2a9f2120$cc221e8b@hewlettr9a3g4t>

Dear Coral list, 

Thanks for the replies to far. 

There was a mistake in my email address that needs to be corrected. 

It is holger.anlauf at stud.uni-rostock.de !!!

Best wishes 

Holger Anlauf

From szmanta at uncw.edu  Tue Jan 13 14:03:11 2004
From: szmanta at uncw.edu (Szmant, Alina)
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 14:03:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
Message-ID: <4E15FCC7981F7A4CA5AA0DEF4B2141C9054231C9@UNCWMAILVS2.dcs.uncw.edu>

Hi Shelley:

I used a fixative called Helly's [also known as Zenkers when made as below with the ZnCl2] for many years and it works well for corals:

1000 gm Zn Cl2
500 gm K dichromate
20 L distilled water

Above is stable indefinitely.  For use, add 5 ml of formaldehyde (37 to 40 %) to each 100 ml of Helly's

Decalcification is critical to getting good coral tissue preps.  The folowing is better than straight HCl solutions:

0.7 gm/L EDTA
0.008 gm/L KNa tartrate
0.14 gm/L Na tartrate
99.2 ml/L conc. HCl (12N)

Change acid at least twice per day and keep removing crud from decalcifying surfaces (endolithic sponges, etc).  Wash for ca. 12 with running tap water (overnight) to remove acid before dehydrating to embed, etc.

Techniques were learned from PaulYevich, US EPA and found in a short  technical manual that is not generally available and I am not sure if it was published:

Yevich, P and C. Barszcz.  1981.  Preparation of aquatic animals for histopathological examination.  US EPA, Environmental Monitoring and Support Laboratory, Cincinnati Ohio USA

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Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

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From scip9051 at nus.edu.sg  Wed Jan 14 09:41:38 2004
From: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg (James Rolfe Guest)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 22:41:38 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
Message-ID: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>

Hi Shelley,

You're right when you say there is no standardised method for histological processing of coral tissue. I'm not sure if there is one optimal method that can be applied in any situation. Personally, I think it is better to apply the most appropriate method for the job in hand. 

The most common method is to use 10% seawater formalin, embed in parafin wax and stain with Mayer's Haemotoxilin and Eosin. I have been looking at the gametogenic cycles of certain corals and got better results from using a 5% seawater-formalin-Zenker's fixative (add 50g zinc chloride, 25g potassium dichromate per litre of solution) and stain with Aniline Blue/Azocarmine G as used by Glynn et al (1994), Marine Biology 118 p 191-208. A really useful book with many fixation and staining techniques is Luna (1968) Manual of histological staining methods of the armed forces institute of pathology, 3rd Ed, McGraw Hill, New York. 

If you plan to do histopathology combined with molecular techniques (e.g. fluorescent in situ hybridisation) you might fix with 4% paraformaldehyde. Gluteraldehyde/Osmium gives very good preservation and is generally used for doing EM work, but has been used for examination of coral diseases by light microscopy, see Bythell et al (2002) Histopathological methods for the investigation of microbial communities associated with disease lesions in reef corals LETT APPL MICROBIOL 34 (5): 359-364.

I hope these comments are useful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

James    

Message: 2
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Message-ID: <40033671.6070301 at gbrmpa.gov.au>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed

Dear Coral-Listers,
  I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with 
different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I 
have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per 
recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous 
conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other 
sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin, 
10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's 
fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily 
working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to 
have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the 
intended usage.
      My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for 
hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of 
histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of 
results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would 
appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my 
email address.  Thanks!
Cheers,
Shelley

-- 
Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>

PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA

ReefHQ/GBRMPA
Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
(07)4750-0898

James R. Guest
PhD Research Scholar
Marine Biology Laboratory
Department of Biological Sciences
National University of Singapore
Blk S2, 14 Science Drive 4
Singapore
117543
Tel: (65) 68746867
E-mail: scip9051 at nus.edu.sg
 

From brumba at amnh.org  Wed Jan 14 12:33:10 2004
From: brumba at amnh.org (Dan Brumbaugh)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 12:33:10 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] postdoc opportunity: marine GIS modeling in support of
 MPA research
Message-ID: <p06020400bc2b26e0bb9f@[172.16.14.139]>

   Apologies  for  cross-postings.   Please  feel  free to forward to any
   possible candidates.  Questions and applications should be directed to
   Ned Horning <horning at amnh.org>.  Thanks.

   DRAFT - anticipated vacancy
   
   MARINE GIS MODELER Post-Doc/Consultant
   CENTER FOR BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION, AMNH
   The   American   Museum   of   Natural  History's  (AMNH)  Center  for
   Biodiversity  and  Conservation (CBC) seeks a person with training and
   knowledge of the application of remote sensing, Geographic Information
   Systems,  and  GIS  modeling  for  habitat modeling in tropical marine
   environments.   The  Modeler will be expected to assist in development
   and  implementation  of  habitat models with staff from the Center for
   Biodiversity and Conservation and collaborators at other institutions.
   Qualifications
   Candidates  must  have a Ph.D. degree with a strong grounding in model
   development,  marine  environmental  science, and experience in remote
   sensing  and  GIS.  The ideal candidate would have a strong background
   in  species  distribution  modeling  as  well  as  field experience in
   tropical  coastal  and other marine environments.  The individual must
   work  well  independently and collaboratively, and have strong writing
   and  communication  skills,  including  the  ability to explain remote
   sensing and GIS to conservation practitioners and the public.
   Responsibilities and Duties

   The  position's  primary task will entail working with the GIS Program
   Manager,  Marine  Program  Manager  (and Principle Investigator of the
   Bahamas    Biocomplexity    Project   [BBP];   see   brief   overview:
   http://research.amnh.org/biodiversity/center/programs/marine.html),
   BBP  collaborators,  and  CBC  Director to develop and utilize habitat
   models  that support further studies on the design of marine protected
   areas (MPAs) and MPA networks.  Model development will involve the use
   of  the  best  available  biophysical datasets for the entire Bahamian
   archipelago   as   well  as  the  generation  of  additional  datasets
   (especially from satellite imagery) where needed.  One of the specific
   goals of this work is to be able to predict important nursery habitats
   for certain fish and invertebrate species of interest.
   Responsibilities   will  include  data  management,  data  processing,
   modeling, and visualization (raster, vector, and tabular).
   Although  the position may initially be offered as a short-term (i.e.,
   less  than a year) contract, arrangements for full-time postdoc status
   (probably 1-2 years) are pending.
   Electronic   applications,   including  current  curriculum  vitae,  a
   narrative statement of program interests, and full contact information
   for three references should be sent to:
   Ned Horning
   Remote Sensing/GIS Program Manager

   horning at amnh.org
   American Museum of Natural History
   Center for Biodiversity and Conservation
   Central Park West at 79th Street
   New York, N.Y. 10024

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Wed Jan 14 19:34:00 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2004 16:34:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: Optimal fixatives for coral tissues
In-Reply-To: <4582CCDB4576D143A670FFADF044AE73321E75@MBXSRV26.stu.nus.edu.sg>
Message-ID: <20040115003400.47057.qmail@web14917.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all 

this is becoming interesting...this is the second
time in a year that this subject has appeared on
the list.....

the use of fixatives and decalcification method
is difficult to be generalised....it varies form
coral species.....

I have been using 4% formalin-Seawater and later
10% formalin-Seawater mixture for fixing and
then, store it in ethanol indefinitely after 48
hours in 10% formalin-seawater.

For decalcification, I prepare 1:1 mixture of 20%
citric acid and 50% formic acid, which works very
fine for me.....i get the tissues decalcified
overnight....

I agree with James......there is no optimal
method ...one has to decide which method is best
for the  samples he or she is dealing with

Regards
Shashank 

=====
"the role of infinitely small in nature is infinitely large"-Louis Pasteur                

Keshavmurthy Shashank
Kochi University, Faculty of Agriculture
Lab. of AQUa. Environ. Sci. (LAQUES)
Otsu 200, Monobe, Nankoku-shi
783-8502, Kochi, Japan
alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
phone: 81 090 8285 9012

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From goldberg at fiu.edu  Thu Jan 15 12:42:19 2004
From: goldberg at fiu.edu (goldberg at fiu.edu)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 12:42:19 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral  fixation and decal
Message-ID: <20040115174219.WTYD19078.spn25c0@spn25c0>

I may as well throw my two cents in on this topic. While 
it is true that there is nothing standard when it comes to 
fixation and decalcification of corals, there is a 
considerable literature on how to decalcify vertebrate 
tissue. It would be a mistake not to consider all of that 
work, depite the differences in mineralization between 
the two systems. Take a look at  Callis et al.,  Journal of 
histotechnology 21: 49-58, 1998 for a review. If you are 
not planning on anything more than standard histology, 
you can do pretty much anything that has been 
suggested. However, if you plan on looking at cell 
structure or tissue relationships, the literature is pretty 
clear that fixation and decalcification methods do 
matter. Unbuffered formalin or strong mineral acids, for 
example, will distort the cytoplasm and cause the loss 
of proteoglycan typical of calcified material (see 
Goldberg, Tissue and Cell 33: 376-387, 2001). For my 
own general work with coral tissues I use a somewhat 
hypertonic medium compared to seawater: 2.5-3% 
glutaraldehyde + 0.15 M NaCl buffered with 0.1 M 
cacodylate to pH 7.6-7.8. For decalcification of small 
specimens I use 2% ascorbic acid (Dietrich & Fontaine, 
Stain Technology 50: 351-354, 1975) or 5%  lactic 
acid/k-lactate buffered to pH 4 for larger chunks (see 
Eggert & Germain, Histochemistry 59: 215-224, 1979).
I will be happy to provide more specifics once I know 
what you are looking for.
best wishes,
wmg

Walter M. Goldberg
Professor of Biological Sciences &
Marine Invertebrate Search Committee Chair
Florida International University
Department of Biological Sciences
University Park
Miami, FL 33199
e-mail goldberg at fiu.edu
URL   www.fiu.edu/~goldberg

From fatemi at tavana.net  Thu Jan 15 14:45:38 2004
From: fatemi at tavana.net (Fatemi)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 23:15:38 +0330
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea
Message-ID: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran

From intern at coral.org  Thu Jan 15 17:56:15 2004
From: intern at coral.org (Cheryl Chen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:56:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for Educational Materials
Message-ID: <BC2C5A8E.1ADF%intern@coral.org>

Dear Colleagues,

I am writing to you on behalf of The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) to request
entries of any educational or outreach materials that you use to promote
coral reef conservation. These materials will be used to advance public
awareness through an effort know as the International Coral Reef Information
Network (ICRIN), the communications arm of the International Coral Reef
Action Network (ICRAN).
 
Within ICRIN is our Education & Outreach Materials Library
(http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/home.htm), which is an online catalog of
coral reef awareness tools and publications. Through the library, coral reef
conservationists looking for education and outreach materials can quickly
find information on available publications and how to obtain them.

The Library has been built by organizations around the world that have
generously contributed their materials to help others raise awareness of the
need to protect coral reefs. Your participation, by adding your new
materials into our database, will promote your materials to people worldwide
while also assisting CORAL in our continuous effort to update and maintain a
comprehensive library.

What to do:

1) You may personally enter in any materials (brochures, fact sheets,
worksheets, information packets, videos, newsletters, web-based material,
posters, etc.) into our library by using our online entry form at:
http://fmp.coralreef.org/library/entry_form.htm

or

2) You may send any materials to our office and we will review and enter the
materials into our library for you.  Please send materials to:

ICRIN Library
c/o The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)
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USA

Feel free to contact us at icrin at coral.org or 415-834-0900 ext.306 if you
have any questions.

Thank you for your time,

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Program Intern

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Fax: 415-834-0999
Email: intern at coral.org
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From b_bezy at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 16 13:16:33 2004
From: b_bezy at hotmail.com (Bernadette bezy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:16:33 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
Message-ID: <Sea1-F130reBBsQwY6Y0000001d@hotmail.com>

Dear Holger,

In addition to the Glynn et al. (1991, 1994, 1996, 2000) papers in Marine 
Biology,  the following thesis could be useful for your work in Panama:

Smith, D, 1991. The reproduction and recruitment of Porites panamensis 
Verrill at Uva Island, Pacific Panama. Masters Thesis. University of Miami. 
Miami, Florida.

Much of the Smith (1991) information is summarized in Glynn et al. 1994; 
however, since the study pertains specifically to your area (Pacific 
Panama), the detail in the thesis might be of use to you.

Suerte,
Bernadette Bezy
b_bezy at hotmail.com
CIMAR, University of Costa Rica

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>Message: 1
>Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 15:06:58 -0500
>From: Joshua Feingold <joshua at nova.edu>
>Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Questions about Spawning of eastern pacific
>	Scleractinians.
>To: "Holger Anlauf" <kadatschu at web.de>,
>	<coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
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>There are several papers on Eastern Pacific coral reproduction by Peter
>Glynn and colleagues. Two of the primary study sites are in Panama, one at
>Uva Island, and the other at Saboga Island.
>
>Here is one of the earlier references that I have handy. Others are also
>published in Marine Biology.
>1994.  Glynn, P.W., S.B. Colley, C.M. Eakin, D.B. Smith, J. Cort?s, N.J.
>Gassman, H.M. Guzm?n, J.B. Del Rosario & J.S. Feingold.  Reef coral
>reproduction in the eastern Pacific: Costa Rica, Panam?, and the Gal?pagos
>Islands (Ecuador). II. Poritidae. Marine Biology, 118: 191-208.
>
>I suggest that you look up these papers and peruse the materials and
>methods section therein.
>
>Cheers,
>
>Joshua Feingold
>
>At 10:36 AM 1/12/2004 -0800, Holger Anlauf wrote:
> >Dear Coral-Listers,
> >
> >I am trying to gather information on spawning events of eastern pacific
> >Scleractians especially in the area of Panama
> >in preparation for my Master Thesis research project on the ecology of
> >coral larvae settlement .
> >Does anybody have knowledge about spawning events in this region?
> >Are there any known brooding species?
> >What is the best method to collect larvae in the field?
> >
> >I would greatly appreciate any help or reference on this subject!
> >
> >Please contact me under holger.anlauf at stud.uni-roastock.de!
> >
> >Thanks in advance and all of you a Happy New Year!
> >
> >Holger Anlauf
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>Message: 2
>Date: Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:06:09 +1000
>From: Shelley Anthony <s.anthony at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Optimal fixatives for coral tissues??
>To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
>Message-ID: <40033671.6070301 at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed
>
>Dear Coral-Listers,
>   I would very much like to hear from scientists who are dealing with
>different fixation techniques for histological work on hard corals.  I
>have been using standard 5% seawater-buffered formalin, per
>recommendation from my supervisor.  However, I have had numerous
>conflicting suggestions from histologists, lab technicians and other
>sources that the following fixatives give better results: 4% formalin,
>10% formalin, 70% ethanol, and 73% ethanol, glutaraldehyde, Helley's
>fixative, etc.  (However, most of these people were not necessarily
>working on corals.)   The publications I have read also do not seem to
>have a standard procedure, or the fixative may be dependent on the
>intended usage.
>       My questions are:  Is there an optimal fixative specifically for
>hard corals that can be used for several different kinds of
>histological/histopathological/microscopic procedures?  What kind of
>results have you gotten when using different fixatives?  I would
>appreciate any information you can share.  Please reply directly to my
>email address.  Thanks!
>Cheers,
>Shelley
>
>--
>Shelley L. Anthony <shelleya at gbrmpa.gov.au>
>
>PhD Student, CRC Reef Research Center
>School of Marine Biology & Aquaculture
>James Cook University
>Townsville, QLD 4811  AUSTRALIA
>
>ReefHQ/GBRMPA
>Townsville, QLD 4810  AUSTRALIA
>(07)4750-0898
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>Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2004 07:18:38 -0600
>From: <robynwoodman at hotmail.com>
>Subject: [Coral-List] Reef Check Position Available
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>
>Length of Contract - One year (initially, possibility of extension based on 
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>
>Period of Contract - 1 February 2004 - 31 January 2005
>
>
>
>Location of Post - Belize, Ambergris Caye (Located at Green Reef 
>Headquarters)
>
>
>
>
>
>Background
>
>Reef Check was developed in 1996 as a volunteer, community-based monitoring 
>protocol designed to measure the health of coral reefs on a global scale.  
>Now approaching its eighth year of operation, Reef Check is active in over 
>70 countries and territories throughout the tropical world.  During this 
>time, Reef Check has evolved into an international environmental 
>organization with the following goals:
>
>
>
>   a.. to educate the public about the coral reef crisis;
>   b.. to create a global network of volunteer teams with regularly monitor 
>and report on reef health;
>   c.. to scientifically investigate coral reef processes;
>   d.. to facilitate collaboration among academia, NGOs, governments and 
>the private sector;
>   e.. to stimulate local community action to protect remaining pristine 
>reefs and rehabilitate damaged reefs worldwide using ecologically sound and 
>economically sustainable solutions.
>
>
>
>
>  Scope and Functions:
>
>
>
>Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Assistant Science 
>Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, 
>implementation and further development of Reef Check Belize.  Some of the 
>duties may include:
>
>
>
>   1.. Assist the program coordinator with all aspects of training 
>sessions.
>   2.. Help establish a Reef Check regional training center in Ambergris 
>Caye, Belize.
>   3.. Recruit Reef Check volunteers and conduct regular Reef Check 
>Surveys.
>   4.. Solicit funding from local businesses.
>   5.. Help local fishermen, community members, the private sector and 
>government agencies to develop appropriate methods to sustainably manage 
>their reefs.
>
>
>
>
>Qualifications
>1.      Degree in biology, ecology or other discipline closely related to 
>the environment is preferred.
>
>2.      At least an Open Water Diver.
>
>3.      Experience in coral reef monitoring and survey methods a plus.
>
>4.      Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
>
>5.      Ambitious, well-spoken and sincere desire to work with others to 
>conserve coral reef ecosystems.
>
>6.      Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken) required.
>
>
>
>Salary scale: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
>
>
>
>Applications
>Interested persons are invited to submit their C.V. and cover letter 
>(electronic and hard copies accepted) by January 25th to:
>
>
>
>
>
>Green Reef
>
>Attn: Robyn Woodman
>
>100 Coconut Drive
>
>San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye
>
>Belize, Central America
>
>Office: ++501.226.2833
>
>Home: ++501.226.3174
>
>E-mail: robynwoodman at hotmail.com
>
>
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From a_stone at reefkeeper.org  Thu Jan 15 13:50:51 2004
From: a_stone at reefkeeper.org (Alexander Stone)
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 14:50:51 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query
Message-ID: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>

Hello, All...

I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.

I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
Tanzanian fishers.

I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.

Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
appreciated.

Many thanks,

Alexander Stone
ReefGuardian International
**************************

From abaker at wcs.org  Fri Jan 16 18:03:58 2004
From: abaker at wcs.org (Andrew Baker)
Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:03:58 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: identifying zooxanthellae
In-Reply-To: <008b01c3dba0$631a1590$6317dad9@nazanin>
Message-ID: <000001c3dc85$07bfb070$9ce93b80@Coral>

Dear Mohammad 

Fortunately, you are not alone in being confused about the taxonomy of
Symbiodinium, and I suppose for this reason it's probably a good time to
post some clarification to coral-list in case other researchers out there
find this discussion useful. 

There are eleven named species in the genus Symbiodinium (some of which have
been formally described, others have been less formally described but the
names are still used). All of these "species" have been described from
morphological description of cultured isolates. 

The actual diversity of Symbiodinium in nature is much greater than this,
but all of the data revealing this comes from molecular DNA studies. As a
result, most of the different Symbiodinium that have been documented from
DNA work have no name and no formal description. This is partly because few
people have had the chance to culture all the different types that have been
found in molecular surveys, and partly because there is a real problem
determining which types constitute different species and which ones do not
(sexual reproduction has not yet been directly observed in these organisms,
although there is fairly good genetic evidence indicating that it does
occur). 

In an attempt to come up with a reference system for all these different
types of "zooxanthellae" that have no names, it was recognized that these
different types could be divided into different groups (based on their DNA
sequences). Members of each of these groups are more closely related to each
other than they are to algae in other groups. These groups are the "clades"
that get referred to so often. It's a bit like grouping all if the people
who live in a small town according to which family they belong to. 

(A clade is a monophyletic taxon. What this means is that it is a group of
organisms that includes the most recent common ancestor of all of the
members of the group, as well as all of the descendants of that most recent
common ancestor.)

In Symbiodinium, at least seven different clades have been identified so
far. These clades (groups) have been referred to by different letters of the
alphabet (A, B, C, D, E, F and G). Some of these clades contain one or more
described (named) species, but others have no described species in them -
they are just unusual groups of algae that no-one has yet wanted (or been
able) to culture and describe formally as yet. Although there are lots of
undescribed and un-named types of Symbiodinium in culture around the world,
there is generally a lack of enthusiasm to describe them and give them names
because of the species problem I mentioned above, and also because it's a
terrific amount of work to do properly. 

So the term "clade" has been used as a convenient handle to refer to
different types of "zooxanthellae". However, as a reminder, each clade of
algae is really a group of closely-related (but nevertheless different)
types. So when referring to a particular clade it should be recognized that
this isn't really a complete identification. It just narrows down the
possibilities. 

I think the extensive use of the word "clade" in the literature has resulted
in many coral biologists who do not work specifically in this area to assume
that this term can be used interchangeably with the term "species". This is
not correct. The fact remains that we have no idea how many species are out
there; we just know that the group is very diverse. This should not
discourage us, however, because (beginning in the 1990s) plenty of
interesting findings were made by just identifying different algae to the
level of clade. Since about the year 2000 finer levels of resolution have
been developed that have been equally useful and now there are now many
recognizably distinct types of Symbiodinium within all of the different
clades. Unfortunately there is no agreement yet on how to refer to them all.
But perhaps we'll figure this out in the near future. 

One final thing: It should be emphasized that just because two different
types of algae belong to the same clade, they may not necessarily be closely
similar to one another physiologically or otherwise. Different algae in the
same clade have in some cases been shown to be quite distinct. So we should
be careful about making generalized statements regarding the properties of
particular clades. 

I hope this helps. For those who are interested, there is a Special Session
(Session 1-9) at the 10th ICRS meeting in Japan on Symbiodinium diversity
and its implications for corals and coral reefs. 

A recent review (December 2003) also discusses Symbiodinium diversity and
the issues raised above in more detail:

Baker AC. 2003. Flexibility and specificity in coral-algal symbiosis:
Diversity, ecology and biogeography of Symbiodinium. Annu. Rev. Ecol. Syst.
34: 661-689

I can send a pdf copy to anyone who is interested.

Sincerely

Andrew Baker

___________________
Andrew C. Baker, Ph.D.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Center for Environmental Research and Conservation
MC5557, Columbia University
1200 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, New York 10027, USA
Voice: +1 (212) 854-8184
Fax: +1 (212) 854-8188

-----Original Message-----
From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
[mailto:coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov] On Behalf Of Fatemi
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 2:46 PM
To: Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Subject: [Coral-List] identifying zooxanthelea

Sorry for cross posting

Could anybody tell me about how different species of zooxanthelea, Genus
Symbiodinium are recognized? is it according to the structural morphology or
to the genetical characteristics? what is the rule of clades in this
regards? I have read some papers in this regard, especially Baker's but I
could not understand cause none of them have mentioned anything about the
names of different species but only clades! May be my background knowledge
is not enough. Thanks.

Mohammad Reza
Iran
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From a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au  Mon Jan 19 01:29:56 2004
From: a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au (Andrew Chin)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 16:29:56 +1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Download the State of the Great Barrier Reef report
References: <Pine.SGI.4.44L.01.0307140705560.2260679-100000@umbc7.umbc.edu>
Message-ID: <400B7964.2DF5AAED@gbrmpa.gov.au>

Dear colleagues,

Apologies for cross postings.

The State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is now available for download in
Adobe PDF format. The Report is essentially GBRMPA's "report card" on the
condition of the Great Barrier Reef, the pressures it faces and the responses
made by managing agencies to deal with these pressures.  While the Report is
best viewed as a "live" web document, complete PDF versions of each chapter of
the report are now available for download from the following URL:

http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/downloads.html

To view the live, web based version (including the previously published 1998
report), please visit:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/

As the State of the Great Barrier Reef On-line is under a process of
continuous development and review, new chapters will periodically be published
and existing material updated to include the latest information. If you
require any further information or have any queries, please feel free to
contact me, contact details below.

regards

Andrew
-----------------------------------------------------
***
ANDREW CHIN
Project Manager
Research and Monitoring Coordination
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
PO Box 1379
TOWNSVILLE, QLD 4810
Australia
+61 7 4750 0810 ph.
+61 7 4772 6093 fax.
GMT + 10 hours
a.chin at gbrmpa.gov.au
***
Visit the State of the Great Barrier Reef report on-line at:
http://www.gbrmpa.gov.au/corp_site/info_services/publications/sotr/
***
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From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 19 13:47:46 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 13:47:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400C2652.8010106@noaa.gov>

[NOTE:  This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.  
Please respond to through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
<//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//><+><//\\><+><\\//>

Dr. Katharina Fabricius
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp  Tue Jan 20 00:47:44 2004
From: kayanne at eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp (Hajime Kayanne)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:47:44 +0900
Subject: [Coral-List] Important Reminder, 10ICRS registration
Message-ID: <p0432040bbc3269fce3b6@[133.11.230.86]>

Dear Participants of 10ICRS,

Those who submitted the papers to 10ICRS Okinawa, Please remember that
Presentation of oral papers and posters WILL BE CANCELLED and will not be 
shown on the program, if participant is not registered by 31 JANUARY, 2004.

Please make registration NO LATER THAN 31 JANUARY at our web site 
http://www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004/
then go to Registration (Form A) 
https://ssl.ims-plaza.co.jp/conference/regist.php?cf_cd=10001 to fill in 
the form with your payment of registration fee.

We understand some difficulties in making early registration.
However, based on our experience and complaints for unignorable number of 
on-site cancellations,
LOC determined this policy to avoid cancellations of presentation (this is 
a trade-off),
as well as to construct the program well before the symposium and to fix 
budgetary framework.
We are sorry we cannot accept any individual situations, and hope your 
understanding and cooperation.

Those who did not submit papers can make registration after 31 January 
until the symposium on site.
But 31 January is the dead-line date for early registration with discount 
registration fee.

We hope to meet you all in Okinawa and to hold the most productive and 
enjoyable symposium,

All the best,
Hajime Kayanne
Secretary General 10ICRS
-- 
---- Hajime KAYANNE ----
Department of Earth & Planetary Science,
University of Tokyo
Hongo, Tokyo 113-0033 Japan
http://www-sys.eps.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~coral/
Tel: 81-3-5841-4573
Tel & Fax: 81-3-3814-6358

From mucoralin at yahoo.co.in  Tue Jan 20 08:53:23 2004
From: mucoralin at yahoo.co.in (=?iso-8859-1?q?Murali=20M.R.?=)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:53:23 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [Coral-List] Need info on salinity measurement
Message-ID: <20040120135323.32235.qmail@web8302.mail.in.yahoo.com>

Dear all,
 
Can anyone help me in providing information on how to measure salinity of sea water???.....
 
Regards,
M.R.Murali

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From N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk  Tue Jan 20 07:58:01 2004
From: N.Polunin at newcastle.ac.uk (Nicholas Polunin)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 12:58:01 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] International Society for Reef Studies: new Web site!
Message-ID: <52E50E4D595DDE4D861117A1FB62E79D010B559C@bond.ncl.ac.uk>

Dear coral-listers

On behalf of the ISRS, I am very pleased that thanks to the Florida
Institute of Technology, and Rob van Woesik and his team there, a brand
new ISRS Web site is now up and running at http://www.fit.edu/isrs/

Please note a number of important features of this site:

(1) ISRS membership application form (student savings on 10ICRS
registration!)

(2) Online contact about ISRS membership queries!!

(3) 10th ICRS Okinawa (2004) Web site (cheaper registration closes 31
January!)

(4) Four ISRS/TOC fellowships (deadline is 29 February!)

(5) 11th ICRS (2008) Call for Expressions of Interest (deadline 1
March!)

... and much much more! In closing, I thank Steve Miller and Tom Potts
for all their masterful Web management up to this time, work that has
enormously helped the Society to grow to what it now is and will be! 

Nick Polunin, ISRS President 2003-06
Marine Science & Technology, Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, England
Society www.uncwil.edu/isrs
10 ICRS www.plando.co.jp/icrs2004
Journal www.springerlink.com/
News www.uncwil.edu/isrs/reef_encounter.html

From rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl  Tue Jan 20 08:31:41 2004
From: rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl (Ruben van Hooidonk)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early mesozoic
 radiation of dinoflagellates
Message-ID: <6.0.0.22.2.20040120141851.01c093f8@pop.quicknet.nl>

Dear all,

As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the 
zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of 
dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this 
relation (if there is any).

Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding 
literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic 
radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?

Kind regards,

Ruben van Hooidonk
rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl

From ommm at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jan 20 14:17:09 2004
From: ommm at wanadoo.fr (Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 15:17:09 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] coral growth
Message-ID: <GCEAKGFIEIMNAHFDDDHDKEOBCBAA.ommm@wanadoo.fr>

Good day all,

I've been looking for the growth rate of caribbean coral species in
different public database without any success. Does someone know they are
available somewhere?

Thanks for your help

Sophie Brugneaux
Observatoire du Milieu Marin Martiniquais
7, avenue Condorcet
97200 Fort de France
ommm at wanadoo.fr

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Tue Jan 20 17:47:23 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 17:47:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting,
 Feb 24-25, Washington, D.C.
Message-ID: <400DAFFA.B54E19CC@noaa.gov>

* For Distribution *

Announcement:  U.S. Coral Reef Task Force Meeting, February 24 ? 25,
2004, Washington, DC

The next meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force (Task Force)
will be held in Washington, DC, on
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 24 ? 25, 2004.  The meeting is open to
the public and participation is
encouraged.  Limited space is available for exhibits and displays on
February 24 ? 25, and there will be opportunity for public comment on
February 25.

The Task Force, which consists of senior representatives of twelve U.S.
federal agencies, seven U.S. states/territories, and three Freely
Associated States, meets twice a year to discuss priorities, progress,
and other issues related to
conservation and management of coral reef ecosystems.  The Task Force
meetings also provide a forum for a wide
variety of interested government and non-government stakeholders to
present and discuss issues and contributions
with the Task Force.

The 2-day meeting will be held on February 24 ? 25 at the auditorium of
the U.S. Department of Commerce at 14th
Street and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C.  On February 24,
there will be a Workshop on Outreach and Education efforts, and two
science panel discussions.  On February 25, there will be a business
meeting of the full Task Force.

Detailed information such as meeting registration, travel, lodging, and
agenda will be posted at the Task Force website www.coralreef.gov once
it is available.  For additional information please contact Shane Guan
<Shane.Guan at noaa.gov>.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 21 06:48:59 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 06:48:59 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Postdoc Position:  AIMS
Message-ID: <400E672B.6040309@noaa.gov>

[NOTE: This message is being forwarded for Dr. Katharina Fabricius.

Please respond through the appropriate channels mentioned below, and 
not to me.  Thanks...]

Subject: Postdoc Position, AIMS
From: Katharina Fabricius <kfabrici at aims.gov.au>
Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2004 09:13:32
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov

POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
Coastal Processes
Position No. 248

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape 
Ferguson, 50 km from Townsville, is responsible for conducting marine 
research for the sustainable development, conservation and management of 
the nation's marine resources.

AIMS is a core participant in the 'Catchment to Reef' CRC, a 
collaborative partnership between the Rainforest and Reef Cooperative 
Research Centres to develop tools to identify and monitor the impacts of 
land-based contaminants on water quality and the health of wet tropical 
rivers and marine habitats of the Great Barrier Reef.

AIMS is currently seeking to appoint a Post-Doctoral Scientist in the 
discipline of microbial ecology, biofilms or stress biomarkers related 
to water quality. The successful candidate will join a research team at 
AIMS within the Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef Team, and will 
take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more 
sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in 
nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water 
quality. He/she will focus upon the identification and use of biofilms 
or microbial biomarkers as a measure of changed water quality status 
(pesticides, increased nutrient availability and sedimentation).

The successful candidate will be experienced in microbiology, marine 
biology, ecology, physiology or related discipline. Experience in 
molecular techniques for measuring patterns of multiple gene or enzyme 
expression, and experience in tropical marine systems will be highly 
regarded. He/she will be skilled in the design, conduct and 
interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an 
excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The 
position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in 
experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.

The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed 
term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
Salary range: $58,207 - $60,150 per annum (AOF Level 4.2 - 4.3) 
(effective from 12th February 2004) plus superannuation.

How to find out more:- A full application kit which details 
responsibilities of the position and the selection criteria can be 
accessed via our website http://www.aims.gov.au or you can request a 
copy by contacting Reception by email reception at aims.gov.au or phone 
(07) 4753 4444 or fax (07) 4772 5852.

Closing date for applications is close of business Monday 2nd February 2004.

Enquiries: Dr Katharina Fabricius (+61) -07 4753 4412 
k.fabricius at aims.gov.au or Dr Miles Furnas (07) 4753 4323 
m.furnas at aims.gov.au
or Dr Peter Doherty (07) 4753 4282 p.doherty at aims.gov.au
(KF will be on a field trip 22 Jan - 5th Feb and not contactable by 
email during this period. Mobile phone of the Research Vessel 'The Lady 
Basten': 0429 728 196, and in range only of satellite phone between 
24-29th January at 0011 872 761 884 194. PD and MF will be at a 
conference 28th Jan - 4th Feb)

Please note: This is a re-advertisement for Postdoctoral Position 239, 
however we have slightly modified our selection criteria. Previous 
applicants will be notified of this new advertisement by email or paper 
mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applicants must address the selection criteria, 
giving details of experience, personal particulars and include the names 
of two referees. Address your application, quoting the above position 
number to: The General Manager, Australian Institute of Marine Science, 
PMB 3 MC, Townsville Qld 4810 or email to reception at aims.gov.au

AIMS is an EEO Employer and promotes a smoke free work environment.
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Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Mail: AIMS, PMB 3, Townsville Qld 4810, Australia
Phone: +61 - 7 - 4753 4412 or 4758 1979, Fax: +61 - 7 - 4772 5852
Email: k.fabricius at aims.gov.au
Web: http://www.aims.gov.au, http://www.reef.crc.org.au

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 11:50:06 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 17:50:06 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral captive breeding
Message-ID: <Sea2-F37VwrblZz02H6000146bc@hotmail.com>

   hello,

   I  have  been told of an aquarium tradesman in London who participates
   in coral captive breeding research.

   Do any of you have any information on this?
   Thank you,
   Virginie Fruh
     _________________________________________________________________

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References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2737??PS=

From bristod at mccfl.edu  Wed Jan 21 12:17:25 2004
From: bristod at mccfl.edu (Bristol, Denise)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 12:17:25 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Basic coral reef ecology textbook
Message-ID: <036AA3246BBF1742A753C4871CE77654D3AFA9@mcc.cc.fl.us>

I am seeking a coral reef ecology/biology text book for a course I am designing at Manatee Community College, Florida. The course will be offered during the summer 2004 and will include a field trip to Honduras.  I would prefer a book that deals primarily with Atlantic reefs.  I have been having a hard time finding a text that is not just a general marine biology text.  Does anyone know of such a book?

Denise Bristol
Department of Natural Sciences
Manatee Community College
8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
941-408-1494
email: bristod at mccfl.edu 

From v_fruh at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 21 12:12:21 2004
From: v_fruh at hotmail.com (Virginie Fruh)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 18:12:21 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] phd studentship search
Message-ID: <Sea2-F14pzTHkzZqgIE0000603d@hotmail.com>

   Hello,

   I  am  looking  for  PhD  studentships  in the following areas and was
   hoping one of you could send me some information!

   Captive breeding of larvae for aquarium fish

   Cell culture regarding marine organisms (ie proteoglycannes, etc)

   Biophotonic functions of marine skeletons

   Thank you!
   Virginie Fruh
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References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBEN/2734??PS=

From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 21 19:20:23 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:20:23 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement with CORAL
In-Reply-To: <FFEPLLHPJBOJHJHHGIBFEEDOCCAA.tmeshish@coral.org>
Message-ID: <BC345746.1AF77%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

Job Announcement with the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL)

PROGRAM MANAGER
The program manager is responsible for developing and
carrying out CORAL?s role in a three-year Sustainable
Tourism project in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System,
coordinated by the International Coral Reef Action Network
(ICRAN), and funded by the United Nations Environment
Program (UNEP) and USAID.  The candidate will work closely
with CORAL?s partners to develop sustainable tourism practices
in coral reef parks and to support the creation of new,
sustainable coral reef parks in the MBRS.  The manager?s
primary responsibilities will be in project management and
curriculum development, training of dive operators and park
staff, technical assistance coordination, and integrating
training and technical assistance into other program elements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Curriculum development, training and technical support:

- Create conservation, outreach and educational materials for
The support of new and existing coral reef parks, marine
protected areas, and sustainable tourism practices in the private
sector.
- Develop training materials for coral reef park managers and
stakeholders.
- Provide technical assistance and trainings to MPA managers,
private sector partners and other stakeholders, in English
and Spanish.
- Ensure adequate follow up and support to parks and regions
where CORAL has provided assistance.
- Help coordinate a communications network for marine park managers
in order to improve the exchange of information, expertise and
resources.

* Project Management and Coordination:
- Program planning.
- Budget development.
- Project evaluation.
- Grant reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience marine conservation and conservation
Project management.
- Strong Spanish and English written and oral communication
skills.
- Proven training and teaching experience.
- Desire and ability to travel internationally 25-50% time.
- Strong project management skills and proven teamwork ability.
- Familiarity with grant reporting to foundations and government
agencies.
- Experience in working cooperatively with divers, the dive-tourism
industry, park managers and government officials.
- Graduate degree in related field preferred.
- Committment to CORAL?s mission.
- Scuba diving and/or snorkeling experience.

Reports to the Program Director.
The position will be based out of CORAL's San Francisco office.
Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY
Please e-mail resume, cover letter and names of three references to
jobs at coral.org.

For more information about the Coral Reef Alliance,
please visit our website http://www.coral.org/.

From jltorres38 at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 07:52:23 2004
From: jltorres38 at hotmail.com (Juan Torres)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:52:23 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] MAA's standards
Message-ID: <BAY1-F137kOhpWL26mt00045e8c@hotmail.com>

Dear all,
I am a Ph.D. student working on the effects of UV radiation on Caribbean 
shallow-water corals. As part of the study I am doing HPLC analysis of the 
different photosynthetic and photoprotective pigments. Eventhough I have a 
very good idea of the different MAA's found in my samples, I do not have any 
standards to corroborate the identity of them. I would like to know if there 
is anyone who has worked before with this type of pigments and have some 
standards that can either facilitate of sell?

Thanks,
Juan L. Torres
Univ. of Puerto Rico
Dept. Marine Sciences
PO Box 3210
Lajas, PR 00667 USA

_________________________________________________________________
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From deevon at bellsouth.net  Thu Jan 22 09:56:36 2004
From: deevon at bellsouth.net (DeeVon Quirolo)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 09:56:36 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Re: Self cleaning mooring buoy
Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20040122095535.01660b48@mail.bellsouth.net>

>>>Craig Quirolo, founder of the environmental group Reef Relief, based out of
>>>Key West, Florida, has discovered a very simple method of keeping
>>>reef-mooring buoys clean. The 'self-cleaning device' will work on virtually
>>>all round buoys designed with a line that passes through the middle of them.
>>>This simple device will save marine sanctuaries around the world millions of
>>>dollars in cleaning expenses annually and only costs pennies per buoy to
>>>install.
>>>
>>>The discovery of the self-cleaning process was a surprise to Craig who had
>>>no intention of inventing such a device. The self-cleaning device is a
>>>combination of simplicity and practicality. "I would like to thank all of
>>>the individuals and foundations who have supported Reef Relief's reef 
>>>mooring
>>>buoy programs over the past twenty years and share the credit with them.
>>>Without their support I would not have been in a position to make this 
>>>discovery,"
>>>announced Quirolo.
>>>
>>>It all started two years ago in Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas, where Reef
>>>Relief maintains 18 reef-mooring buoys. A landowner asked Craig if he
>>>could re-connect a mooring buoy that had broken near his land that he had
>>>installed to protect a pristine sea grass area from anchor damage. It is
>>>rare when this buoy is not in use. The replacement buoy had such a large
>>>hole passing through the center of it that Craig had to create a new system
>>>to attach the buoy to the down line. To make a long story short the buoy
>>>never attracted any algal growth and always looked clean, as if somebody had
>>>polished it. After two years of being spotless Craig became intrigued as to
>>>who or what was cleaning the buoy.
>>>
>>>Cleaning buoys on location spreads algae over the reef and could compromise
>>>the health of corals. This is currently the practice through out the Florida
>>>Keys National Marine Sanctuary where algae is pressure washed from the buoys
>>>while they are still attached.
>>
>>
>>>Craig developed a concern over buoy cleaning while he maintained (for eleven
>>>years) the 117-reef mooring buoys installed by Reef Relief  near Key West,
>>>which are now part of the FKNMS program.  "On calm days, while cleaning 
>>>buoys,
>>>I would watch the algae float down to the bottom and questioned if this 
>>>practice
>>>was compromising the coral,"  explained Quirolo.
>>>
>>>Reef Relief would like the cleaning system to be used through out the world
>>>and is offering the design free to all of those who want to use it. The
>>>design is extremely inexpensive, quick to install and works so well that the
>>>buoys always look polished.
>>>
>>>Contact Craig at cquirolo at bellsouth.net for more information.

From Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 22 12:06:11 2004
From: Jim.Hendee at noaa.gov (Jim Hendee)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 12:06:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] A Gathering of Researchers
In-Reply-To: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
References: <3FD07961.60104@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <40100303.3090207@noaa.gov>

   Greetings!
   Re:  previous announcement at:
   [1]http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/00046
   0.html
        The  PDF file of the workshop/think tank entitled "The Effects of
   Combined   Sea   Temperature,  Light,  and  Carbon  Dioxide  on  Coral
   Bleaching,  Settlement,  and  Growth,"  held  at  the Caribbean Marine
   Research Center (CMRC) on Lee Stocking Island, Bahamas, January 20-24,
   2003, is now available at:
       [2]http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   The  layout of the PDF is designed to be printed double-sided so as to
   accommodate  the  hard  copy  print  format.   For  those  of  you who
   requested  hard  copies, they will not be available until some time in
   February;  I'll send them to you at that time.  Also, I will have some
   available at session 2-12 of the 10th ICRS.
        At the link noted above, you can download the entire document, as
   well  as  click  each author's name and title to view the PDF files of
   their  PowerPoint  presentations.  The chapters corresponding to those
   presentations are in the main document.
        The  Conclusions chapter is listed at the bottom of the page (and
   the end of the document) and is a summary of all the presentations.
       Thank you for your interest and patience.
       Cheers,
       Jim
 ----------------------------------------------------
  James C. Hendee, Ph.D.
  Coral Health and Monitoring Program
  Ocean Chemistry Division
  Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory
  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
  U.S. Department of Commerce
  4301 Rickenbacker Causeway
  Miami, FL  33149-1026

  Voice:  (305) 361-4396
  Fax:    (305) 361-4392
  Email:  [3]jim.hendee at noaa.gov
  Web:    [4]http://www.coral.noaa.gov

References

   1. http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/pipermail/coral-list/2003-December/000460.html
   2. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/cmrc/think-tank
   3. mailto:jim.hendee at noaa.gov
   4. http://www.coral.noaa.gov/

From ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk  Thu Jan 22 14:44:11 2004
From: ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk (E.S.Morris)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:44:11 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Mangrove / Reef Interaction Projects
Message-ID: <4010280B.3030001@bangor.ac.uk>

Dear Coral Listers,

I am an MSc student at the University of Wales, Bangor studying Marine 
Environmental Protection.

I am currently seeking advice and support for a research project related 
with coral reef / mangrove interactions, to start in June 2004.  I have 
a long-standing interest in both areas, with most experience on 
Indo-Pacific reef baseline surveys, although my particular area of 
interest is in mangrove replanting schemes and their effects on reef 
fish and / or invert populations.

If you are working in the field in this area I would be very grateful 
for any advice or help that you could give me for finding a project in 
this or an associated subject.  I am flexible as to my project title and 
would be very happy to gain any opportunity to work with an existing 
team researching in this area.

If you think that you could help, or would like to discuss the subject 
in more detail, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.  My C.V. is 
available for any interested parties.

Thank you,
Liz Morris

University of Wales, Bangor
Menai Bridge,
Anglesey,
U.K.

-- 
E.S.Morris         ospe16 at bangor.ac.uk

From gte405r at mail.gatech.edu  Thu Jan 22 14:54:43 2004
From: gte405r at mail.gatech.edu (Sara Brogdon)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:54:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Okinawa meeting
Message-ID: <1074801283.40102a83401e9@webmail.mail.gatech.edu>

I'm a graduate student looking for another female to share a hotel room at the 
Coral Reef meeting in Okinawa. Please contact me if you're interested.

Thank you,
Sara Brogdon
Georgia Institute of Technology
School of Biology
310 Ferst Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0230
gte405r at prism.gatech.edu

"Sometimes I think the surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in 
the universe is that none of it has tried to contact us."
-Calvin, The Indispensable Calvin and Hobbes

"I try to make everyone's day a little more surreal."  
-Calvin, The Essential Calvin and Hobbes, p152-3 
 

 
 
  

 

From CMorrall at sgu.edu  Thu Jan 22 15:30:24 2004
From: CMorrall at sgu.edu (Clare Morrall)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 16:30:24 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Request for guidance locating Caribbean sponge species
	in Grenada
Message-ID: <OFC8259A6F.E46FAF6B-ON04256E23.00704FAD-04256E23.007087BF@sgu.edu>

Greetings from Grenada!
I  am Yuji Ise, a Ph. D candidate from the University of Tokyo currently on
a short research trip to Grenada in the Caribbean. I need to collect the
following species of sponges: Spheciospongia  vesparia (the common
Loggerhead sponge), Cliona (Anthosigmella) varians (Variable sponge), and
Cervicornia cuspidifera. I have conducted a number of dives at depths
ranging from 8m to 30m off the west coast of the island (offshore of the
Grand Anse beach). I have not yet encountered any of the species I need.
Has anyone got any idea what type of the habitat, depth and substrate type
I am likely to find these species at? Potential dive/snorkel areas range
from high current rocky substrate sites off the south coast of the island,
to sheltered sandy lagoons.
I would be hugely grateful if anyone has any advice on the likely
whereabouts of these species. I will be in Grenada until January 29th.
Please contact me c/o Dr Clare Morrall at St. George?s University, Grenada
email: cmorrall at sgu.edu, telephone: 473 444 4175 ext. 2360, fax: 473 439
1835

From ta at coastalzone.com  Fri Jan 23 09:07:32 2004
From: ta at coastalzone.com (Thorne Abbott)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:07:32 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Info on Small Island States Committee at the World
	Parks Congress
Message-ID: <3F615C4A0004D677@mta8.wss.scd.yahoo.com>

Dear fellow Coral listers;

I would appreciate any contact information on the Small Island States Committee
that was initiated at the World Parks Congress in Durban, South Africa last
September.  Thank you!
website - http://coastalzone.com
research - http://www.coastalzone.com/research.htm
resume -http://www.coastalzone.com/EnvironmentalPro.htm

From greenforce at batelnet.bs  Thu Jan 22 19:57:07 2004
From: greenforce at batelnet.bs (Greenforce Bahamas)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 19:57:07 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <000001c3e1c3$e4ad49a0$f12810ac@yourm5d4u9r2uv>

Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas

From browndil at hotmail.com  Fri Jan 23 13:32:43 2004
From: browndil at hotmail.com (paul brown)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 13:32:43 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <BAY7-F66wcSBsfnof73000168d0@hotmail.com>

Hi all,
I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or are 
these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which is the most 
current?
Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
appreciated.

Paul Brown
PhD candidate
University of Calgary
Department of Biological Sciences
2500 University Drive
Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
T2N 1N4
(403) 210-5484

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From gofish at jhu.edu  Fri Jan 23 15:25:11 2004
From: gofish at jhu.edu (Gary Ostrander)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:25:11 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
Message-ID: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>

When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
there were a few sites around the island where the local population
routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
artificial reefs.

Gary K. Ostrander
Johns Hopkins University

>>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
depending on goals of reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
Bahamas
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:47:22 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:47:22 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] Peer Reviewers Needed
Message-ID: <015601c3e1e9$b81aa790$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) is looking for a few good peer reviewers to read and comment on upcoming proposals. Your expert knowledge will help us to select the best projects to sponsor. Reviewers will receive the proposals on March 1, 2004 and would have until March 25, 2004 to complete the review (roughly 1 month).  

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  If you would like to find out more about our program and past projects, please refer to our website (www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri).  

 

We recognize that to do justice to the proposals submitted requires a large amount of time on your part.  If you are able to review 4-5 proposals, I would like to offer you a very small remuneration for your time (US$100) or a book of your choice (not to exceed $100).  It by no means covers the cost of your extremely valuable and overbooked schedule, but it does represent how much we appreciate you sharing some of it with us.

 

If you just cannot review 4-5 proposals, but would like to help us, it would be wonderful if you could even review 1-2.  

 

If you are interested, please contact Risa Minato at risaminato at hawaii.rr.com by February 12th, 2004.  Also indicate in your email which priorities (listed below) you feel best meets your area of expertise.  

 

 

HCRI-RP Research Priorities for FY2004-2005

 

1.  Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

2.  Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

As already discussed, Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, disease, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

2a.  Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects that seek to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and make recommendations for management action.  The Management Committee is also interested in research to assess methods to control or eradicate algal blooms and research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause such blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2b. Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2c. Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.

 

2d. Disease:  To date coral disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems,  However, there is a need to assess and monitor the emerging threats of disease to corals and other coral reef organisms in Hawaii.  What diseases currently infect the state's reef ecosystem?  What can resource managers do to avoid or minimize impacts?

 

2e. Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs.  Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical strategies to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).  

 

2f. Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.

 

 

3. Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

4. "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

5. Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
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From rlee at roblee.com  Fri Jan 23 17:01:22 2004
From: rlee at roblee.com (Robert E. Lee)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 14:01:22 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Time Lapse Photography
Message-ID: <200401232201.i0NM1ReR001122@custmail0.corp.aus.wayport.net>

I am undertaking a design of a time-lapse photography instrument to study
the inhabitation activities of an artificial reef structure. I would
appreciate any leads on camera equipment, digital image storage, retrieval
via wireless or satellite links, in a shallow (<20 meters) coral reef
environment, with a collection of images at a rate of 4-20 a day over a 3-6
month timeframe between diver visits.

 

Rob Lee

rlee at roblee.com

www.roblee.com

909.748.0825

 

From overholk at science.oregonstate.edu  Fri Jan 23 18:51:03 2004
From: overholk at science.oregonstate.edu (Karen McLeod)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:51:03 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Re: Conch as artificial reef
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Hi Kirstie -
In my experience based on research conducted in the Bahamas (near Lee
Stocking Island), conch shells made great substrates for the settlement of
small fishes such as damselfish and wrasses.  However, no corals (not even
fire coral!) recruited to these shells over a 3 year period.  I would
suggest using them in combination with other substrates to increase the
diversity of potential recruits (of both fish and inverts), rather than
using only conch shells.  What kind of pilot study are you planning to do?

Good luck!

Karen McLeod
COMPASS, Oregon State University

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Hi,

Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial reef for
a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose before. Any
advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have they been
successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any recommendation
regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than depending on goals of
reef use?

Many thanks,

Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas team.

Greenforce Bahamas
Blanket Sound
Andros Island
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From keealf at hotmail.com  Thu Jan 22 09:45:27 2004
From: keealf at hotmail.com (Kee Alfian)
Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2004 22:45:27 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral Recruitment studies in Redang Island, MALAYSIA.
References: <20040120170012.CC19F17824@coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <BAY2-DAV46RnGEbMi3600009fb5@hotmail.com>

Hello everybody, my name is Kee Alfian and i am from Malaysia. i am
currently doing research regarding coral recruitment, especially in
Malaysia. I am having some problem with the identification of the juvenile
coral and would like to ask for assistance and advice from anybody. Do
anybody knows what chemical favors the recruitment of juvenile corals? Thank
you very much.

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> POST-DOCTORAL SCIENTIST
> Biofilms and Biomarkers for Reef Water Quality
> Water Quality on the Great Barrier Reef
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> The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) located at Cape
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>
>
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> take a leading role in research developing and applying new, more
> sensitive and cost-effective monitoring tools to detect changes in
> nearshore marine water quality and ecosystem status related to water
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>
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> interpretation of field and laboratory experiments, and will have an
> excellent publication record, team spirit and communication skills. The
> position will entail extended periods at sea to participate in
> experimental work and SCUBA surveys of coastal reef communities.
>
> The position will be full-time (nine days per fortnight) for a fixed
> term until 30th June 2006, commencing as soon as possible.
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>
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> Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2004 14:31:41 +0100
> From: Ruben van Hooidonk <rj.vanhooidonk at quicknet.nl>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Relation between zooxanthellae and early
> mesozoic radiation of dinoflagellates
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> As I am writing a thesis on the relation between the origin of the
> zooxanthellae coral symbiosis and the early mesozoic radiation of
> dinoflagellates, I am interested in your views and opinions about this
> relation (if there is any).
>
> Numerous papers touch briefly on this subject, but I have trouble finding
> literature dealing with the plausible causes of this early mesozoic
> radiation. Do you have any suggestions for literature to read?
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Ruben van Hooidonk
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From JandL at rivnet.net  Sat Jan 24 10:15:55 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 10:15:55 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
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Paul,
Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following publication 
with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican 
Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia: 
Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.

However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two 
living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species 
probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second 
morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of 
Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page 
110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the 
intersepta morph.

If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this 
genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
Judy

On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:

> Hi all,
> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S. 
> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or 
> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which 
> is the most current?
> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly 
> appreciated.
>
> Paul Brown
> PhD candidate
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From coralinau at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 16:34:51 2004
From: coralinau at aol.com (coralinau)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 22:34:51 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query + Long Liners in Mozambique
References: <40081827.1B3B@reefkeeper.org>
Message-ID: <02a901c3e2c1$e86f9c60$9400000a@Client>

Hello Alexander,

I was in Mozambique in September after the World Parks Congress and heard
from local people that dynamite fishing is taking place, from what I heard
especially north of Beira up to the border to Tanzania. I would believe that
WWF Mozambique has some information on that since in their "coral section"
they also deal with turtles and manatees.

There is another thing, and maybe you have an idea how to continue from
here:
I talked to South African people who invested in a campsite in front a
beautiful and still intact coral reef south of Inhambane which is visited by
snorkelers and divers. They told me that they have immense problems with
Chinese tankers which use the method of long-line fishing. They seem to fish
out immense amounts of mantas, reys, dolphins, and more. And obviously they
don't stick to any regulations concerning how close to come to the coast.
When I slept there, as soon as it got dark, you could see the ships lying
near the coast. They always come in at night, and in the morning they are
gone, but often leave their lines for 3 days. The local people try with
their own initiative to cut through the lines, but I guess most of the time
the species are already dead.
>From what I heard it looks like the Mozambique government received
infrastructure equipment from the Chinese government and vis-versa they gave
out concessions. I am not firm on international marine law, but if that is
the case, I would guess this is illegal action and that there must be some
possibility to stop that. I know there is a sea control point at Bazaruto
Archipelago, but they have to cover an area that is simply impossible. This
place south of Inhambane itself is around 300km south of Bazaruto. When you
inform the sea police the Chinese ships are gone for long.

Sincerely,

Gaby Hoebart

********************************
GTZ-Consultant
Tropical Ecology Support Programm
email: toeb at gtz.de
http://www.gtz.de/toeb
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Alexander Stone" <a_stone at reefkeeper.org>
To: <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>; <marbio at mote.org>;
<fish-sci at segate.sunet.se>; <marinelife at onenw.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2004 7:50 PM
Subject: [Coral-List] Dynamite Fishing Query

> Hello, All...
>
> I would appreciate any info on the current status of dynamite fishing in
> Burma and/or Tanzania-Mozambique.
>
> I understand that, although Tanzania enacted laws against dynamite
> fishing some 4 or 5 years ago, that the practice is either resurging in
> Tanzania and/or being inflicted on neighboring Mozambique reefs by
> Tanzanian fishers.
>
> I also understand (anecdotally) that dynamite fishing in Burma is out of
> control, with governmental apathy towards the practice.
>
> Any information you may have on either of those 2 assumptions, or any
> contact info you can provide on researchers or groups that are involved
> locally studying or trying to curb the practice would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Alexander Stone
> ReefGuardian International
> **************************
>
>
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From risaminato at hawaii.rr.com  Fri Jan 23 14:43:33 2004
From: risaminato at hawaii.rr.com (Risa Minato)
Date: Fri, 23 Jan 2004 09:43:33 -1000
Subject: [Coral-List] RFP release for HCRI-RP (FY 2004-2005)
Message-ID: <014101c3e1e9$30211590$6b39a518@videoediting>

Aloha,

On behalf of the Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program I am pleased to release the Request for Proposals for this upcoming year (FY 2004-2005) (see below).  It will also be posted next week Wednesday (January 28, 2004) on our website (http://www.hawaii.edu/ssri/hcri/index.htm) , under "Announcements" on the front page.  

Risa Minato
Program Assistant
Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program
Social Science Research Institute
2424 Maile Way, Saunders Hall #718
Honolulu, HI 96822
Ph:  (808) 956-7479
Fax: (808) 956-2884
E-mail: hcri_rp at hawaii.edu

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative 

Research Program

(Fiscal Year 2004-2005)

 

 

Request for Proposals

 

 

The Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program (HCRI-RP) supports scientific research and monitoring to enhance the state's capacity to manage coral reef ecosystems.  The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources/Division of Aquatic Resources (DLNR/DAR) and the University of Hawaii (UH) jointly manage HCRI-RP.   A Management Committee ??consisting of three representatives from DAR, one from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, two from UH, one from the Pacific Science Association/Bishop Museum ??serves as the governing body. 

 

HCRI-RP sponsors research and monitoring of the state's coastal reef ecosystems to understand the impacts of human activity on reef ecosystem. Results are used to provide resource managers with information to help them effectively and efficiently prevent, and possibly reverse, resource damage and degradation.  HCRI-RP has also supported teacher training, student internships and fellowships, public education and outreach, and a myriad of hands-on workshops for resource managers.  

 

At the core of HCRI-RP lies a competitive grant process to sponsor research and monitoring projects.  Each year, Congress appropriates monies for HCRI-RP through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Coastal Ocean Program.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee conducts a competitive selection process through an RFP.

 

The Management Committee identified the following priorities for Year 7

?        Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

?        Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands:  Invasive Marine Species; Fishing Pressure; Pollution; Disease; Coastal Development; Nearshore Recreation

?        Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

?        "Gaming"  the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

?        Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

RFP Schedule:

?         Optional Letter of Interest due February 6, 2004. 

?         Proposals due February 26th, 2004.   

?         The Management Committee will select projects to fund April-May 2004.  

?         Funded projects will begin when monies are made available, possibly August/September 2004.

 

A.  Research Priorities

 

The following subsections outline the research and monitoring priorities established by HCRI-RP Management Committee for this solicitation.  Each priority listed contributes to the fundamental mission of the program:  support monitoring and research to build capacity in managing Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Should no fundable proposal be submitted for a particular priority, HCRI-RP may commission research and monitoring activities consistent with the program priorities.

 
 

Non-Economic Value of main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs

HCRI-RP has sponsored economic valuation studies of reef ecosystems in the main Hawaiian Islands.  These studies estimate that the annual gross revenues of these reefs are about $800 million, resulting in $340 million in added value.  

 

Coastal reef ecosystems also have educational, cultural, social, and environmental value.  Methods need to be developed to assess the value of these non-economic "environmental services" and incorporate them into decisions about the protection of these important resources.

 

 

Stressors of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii's reefs are seriously threatened by fishing pressure, alien species, and localized pollution.  Intensive coastal development and ocean recreation also can negatively impact Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  More research is needed to understand the impacts of specific threats on the dynamic relationships among coral, algae, fish, and other reef organisms.

 

Invasive Marine Species:  The Management Committee is interested in proposals for projects seeking to understand the effects of invasive marine plants and animals on native species and reef ecosystems and to make recommendations for management action.  The committee is particularly interested in projects, such as risk ranking, which complement priorities identified in Hawaii's Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan (www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dar/pubs/ais_mgmt_plan_draft.pdf).  The Management Committee is interested in research aimed at determining the physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms that cause invasive algal blooms.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals to develop methods for preventing the introduction and spread of new invasive marine species.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Fishing Pressure:  The relative contributions of fishing pressure and habitat degradation on the marked declines in Hawaii's coastal fish populations have not been determined.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate and improve fisheries management measures so that fishing will not further degrade our marine ecosystem.  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts and to be able to better to determine the severity of impact for various fishing methods.  

 

Pollution:  The Management Committee is requesting proposals that examine how pollution (e.g., nutrients, debris, point source, sediment) affects Hawaii's nearshore reefs and to make practical management recommendations for preventing marine pollution that negatively impacts coral reef ecosystems.  The committee is particularly interested in reef-oriented projects that complement Hawaii's Local Action Strategy to Address Land-based Pollution Threats to Coral Reefs (www.state.hi.us/doh/eh/cwb/prc/pdf-files/LAS.CR-LBP.Sec1-3.110603.pdf).  Overall, HCRI-RP would like for selected projects to recommend management activities to avoid or minimize impacts.  

 

Disease:  To date, disease has not caused significant damage to Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  The Management Committee is interested in projects that investigate basic, management-oriented questions.  What diseases infect (or, are present in) these ecosystems?  What are the potential pathogens and pathways for disease?  Is there a correlation between reef organisms?  Do diseases originate on land?  What are chemical clues?  What are the pathogens of concern?

 

Coastal Development:  Human action can upset the balance of life on coastal reefs and amplify changes to natural cycles, resulting in the degradation of the coastal reef ecosystem.  Extensive coastal development is often cited as critical threat to the health and well-being of Hawaii's reefs. Proposals are being sought that identify, through sound scientific methods, specific ecological functions and values provided by Hawaii's nearshore coral reef ecosystems.  Likewise, managers are seeking practical recommendations to minimize or compensate for lost ecological services (e.g., functions and values) as a result of coastal development activities (e.g., dredging and filling).        

 

Nearshore Recreation:  Hawaii's nearshore reefs support a wide range of recreational activities, including:  fishing, kayaking, surfing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Often, recreational users compete for use of nearshore areas and embayments.  Without careful management, use of the reef environment by recreational users can severely degrade the very resource they enjoy.  Anchor damage, groundings, and trampling are just a few examples of the harm caused by human recreational activities.  The Management Committee is seeking proposals for projects to evaluate the impact and value of nearshore recreation; and recommend ways to improve marine recreation management so that these activities will not degrade Hawaii's marine ecosystems.  Successful proposals would determine measures of capacity (e.g., ecological, amenity, multiuse) for key areas of interest.  What is a useable model, approach, or system that could indicate to managers when there is too much impact for an area?  Is there a practical method to determine the levels of use and the impacts from that use?  What recommendations can be given to resource managers?  

 

 

Status of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

Resource assessments and monitoring are crucial to understanding the health of coral reef ecosystems.  HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for question-driven monitoring and assessment of Hawaii's coral reef ecosystems.  Research questions should (1) investigate anthropogenic impacts on coral reef ecosystems; (2) identify what changes to these ecosystems are due to natural variability; and (3) develop and test methods for detecting natural and anthropogenic changes in the status of coral reef ecosystems.  

Any sites proposed for monitoring under this program should be selected based on a strategy to distinguish the effects of natural variability versus anthropogenic impacts.  Impacts induced by global climate change are not a priority unless they can be related directly to local management decisions.

 

 

"Gaming" the main Hawaiian Islands' Coastal Reefs 

 

Over the past few years, a number of digital maps have been developed of nearshore coastal reefs around the main Hawaiian Islands.  The HCRI-RP Management Committee is very interested in proposals that begin to develop an interactive computer game to model the dynamics of the ecosystem itself in such a way that is accessible to the general public.  Specifically, HCRI-RP would like the computer "game" to allow the user to input different variables and see their resulting impact on the ecology.  

 

This game would provide the opportunity to analyze biodiversity of ecosystems and would use multiple trophic levels, beginning with phytoplankton.  It would begin to flush out system dynamics and illustrate in a dynamic fashion cumulative and secondary impacts.  In particular, the Management Committee would like the user-friendly model to virtually illustrate a healthy reef, as well as how various factors create an unhealthy one and can lead to community shifts.  

 

 

Population Dynamics of Coastal Reefs surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands

 

In order to design ecologically effective marine protected areas, basic information on coral reef keystone species is critical.   At present, the basic knowledge of reef organisms' population structure is inadequate to design a management regime to improve the sustainability of important organisms, including fish, corals, and algae in ecosystems across the main Hawaiian Islands.  In particular, scientists and managers do not know where reproduction and recruitment takes place for most of Hawaii's keystone organisms.  In addition, the basic biology of many species of Hawaiian algae is not known.   

 

Therefore, HCRI-RP is soliciting proposals for projects that will build on results of previous years' activities and the investigations of others.  Potential projects should examine the following questions:  What are important coral reef keystone organisms around the main Hawaiian Islands and how do they contribute to the health of coral reef ecosystems?  Are the populations of these organisms genetically distinct or a single population?  What links exist between the life histories, reproductive patterns and genetic structures for these population(s)?  Projects proposed under this priority should propose recommendations for development of marine protected areas to insure the sustainability of keystone coral reef ecosystem organisms.  

 

The Management Committee is also very interested in proposals for projects to examine the relationship of traditional Hawaii's knowledge about coastal reefs and population dynamics and management.  In other words, how Hawaiian traditional ecological knowledge can be applied to (and inform) modern management and be supported by scientific investigation.

 

 

B.  Deliverables for Funded Research

 

  a.. Quarterly PowerPoint presentations highlighting project's activities
  b.. One (1) progress report using the standard NOAA form  (due Feb. 2005) 
  c.. Final report using the standard NOAA form (due January 2006)
  d.. Project final technical report:  executive summary (e.g., background, resource management questions answered, methodology, conclusions, recommendations to resource management); field guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in field); laboratory guide (i.e., tools and techniques used in laboratory & database variable summary); results (due January 2006)
  e.. Data and metadata will be archived with the Pacific National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC).  Projects will also submit to HCRI-RP an electronic copy of all data submitted to the National Oceanic Data Center and tables and maps summarizing data collected.  (Due January 2006)
  f.. Public education/outreach, workshop, and media activities or materials
  g.. Voucher specimens at Bishop Museum (if applicable)
  h.. Organize and conduct a workshop or seminar in order to deliver information on the results and methodologies developed, and provide technical training for managers, resource trustees, scientists, and/or the general public.
 

 

C.  Proposal Components

(Required - no additional appendices will be accepted.)

 

1.      On every page (in header or footer):  page number; PI name; project title 

2.      Title Page (attached)

3.      HCRI-RP Administrative Form, including all additional documents (attached)

4.      Table of Contents with page numbers

5.      Permits from appropriate agencies to conduct research should it be selected and funded (e.g., Scientific Collecting). 

6.      Approval from institution's Dive Safety Officer (if applicable) (See subsequent section for more specific information.)

7.      Project Description (No longer than 15 pages)

?        Statement of problem and relevance to priority.

?        Goals and objectives

?        Site/habitat/species selection (where applicable)

?        Approach and methodology. 

?        Highlight resource manager capacity building and partnering activities.

?        Describe media, education, and outreach activities (in addition to activities conducted for resource managers).

?        Data management and dissemination of results 

?        Anticipated outcomes and relevance to coral reef resource management in Hawaii

8.      Project Administration 

?        Proposed workplan (8/04 - 12/05) (include components listed under "products and deliverables")

?        Project coordination and management structure

?        A statement detailing current and pending support

?        Specifically list how proposed activities would "impact" the reef ecosystem (e.g., installing 4 permanent pins, transplanting 300 urchins).

?        Facilities, equipment, and other resources

9.      Itemized Budget and Justification, to include 

?        Salaries and Wages (months)

?        Fringe Benefits (UH rate) (approximate rates for UH proposals:  GA = 10%, student assistants = 3%, Research Associates = 30%)

?        Travel

?        Equipment 

?        Supplies and Materials

?        Contracted Services

?        Total Direct Charges

?        Indirect Cost (UH proposals = 20.6%)

?        Proposal Total

10.  Curriculum Vitae for Proposed Team (max. 2 pages per individual)

11.  Consultation with DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) regarding site selection, research question(s), and methodology.

 

 

D.        Requirements for Proposals that Entail Compressed Gas Diving

 

If compressed gas diving (SCUBA, Rebreathers, Surface-supplied, etcetera) is to be conducted to meet project goals, proposals must include evidence that such activities have been approved by - and will be conducted under the oversight of -- a scientific diving program as defined by U.S. OSHA regulations (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B: Guidelines for Scientific Diving).  The University of Hawaii Diving Safety Program will review such documentation, as outlined below:   

  1.. For University of Hawaii/RCUH researchers:  Inclusion of the form, "Application for Scientific Diving Research Proposal Approval," approved and signed by the University of Hawaii Diving Safety Officer (form downloadable from: www.hawaii.edu/ehso/diving).  
  2.. For researchers from NOAA, AAUS Organizational Member institutions, or other agencies/institutions with which University of Hawaii holds reciprocal diving agreements:  Inclusion of a letter from the institution/agency Diving Safety Officer, stating:  (1) the proposal has been reviewed; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 
  3.. For researchers from other institutions: Inclusion of all of the following:
a.       A letter from the appropriate institutional supervisor (department head, section chief, etcetera), stating: (1) the proposal has been reviewed by the agency/institution's diving control board; (2) authors have approval to conduct the proposed diving operations under the oversight of the agency or institution's scientific diving program; and (3) the institution/agency will accept oversight authority for the diving activity. 

b.                     A review copy of the institution/agency Diving Safety Manual, which shows the institution administers compressed gas diving activities under a scientific diving program, as defined by U.S. OSHA.  For comparison, the "Standards for Certification of Scientific Divers and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs" of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences will be used as the minimal acceptable standard.  A copy of the AAUS Standards is available from: www.aaus.org. 

E.   Key Dates in Proposal Process

 

February 6, 2004:     Optional Letters of Intent DUE, preferably electronically (hcri_rp at hawaii.edu).  Please ensure that you have no viruses!  The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.    

 

February 26, 2004:   Proposals DUE, in electronic form and 12 hard copies by 4:00 p.m. HST.  

 

Twelve (12) hard copies should be submitted to:

 

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program

Social Science Research Institute
University of Hawaii at Manoa

2424 Maile Way, Saunders #704

Honolulu, HI  96822

ATTN:  Risa Minato

 

An electronic version should be either burned onto a CD and mailed to the above address or emailed to hcri_rp at hawaii.edu (note underscore between "hcri" and "rp.")

 

The file name must include the last name of the principal investigator.  Electronic files should be in MSWord97 (PC version) compatible format.  Please take every precaution to ensure your files are virus-free.  

 

March 2004:              Peer review of proposals. 

 

April-May 2004:       Project selection and notification.  Those who submitted proposals will be notified of the results.  Program staff will negotiate agreements with principal investigators of successful proposals.  

 

September 2004:      Funding will be made available August-September 2004 (pending availability of funds).  

 

 

All projects must be completed by December 31st, 2005.  

 

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the HCRI-RP office at (808) 956-7479.

F.   Evaluation Components

1.      How well does the proposed project fall within the announced principles & priorities? (45 pts)?

 

2.      How well qualified is/are the investigator(s) to conduct the proposed project (10 pts)?

 

3.      How well conceived and organized is the proposed project and is there sufficient budget and time devoted to the proposed workplan (15 pts)? 

 

4.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated, made available to, and be useful for coral reef ecosystem managers (15 pts)?  

 

5.      How effectively will results of the proposed project be communicated and made available to the scientific community and the public (5 pts)?

 

6.      Is there cost sharing or collaboration with appropriate agencies?  How involved are the agencies? (10 pts)

 

 

*  The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Awards will be made pending availability of funds.

 

 

 

 

Title Page

 

      Title of proposed project:

       

       
     
      Contact person, title and address
     Phone:

       

       
     Agency partners:
     
      Email:

       

       
     
      HCRI-RP Priority 
     Total Project Budget
     Total Requested

       
     Total Matching

       

       
     
      ABSTRACT

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       
     
         

 

 

Administrative Form 

 

      
     Principle Investigator:     ____________________________         Phone:  ______________
             

            University department/division to be credited for this proposal:  _________________________________________________________________

             

            Proposal Title: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

             

                  
           
        
     
     Please circle the ONE area which best describes this proposal:

             

            (01)  Business                              (04) Marine Sciences                                      (07) OTHER

            (02)  Earth Sciences                     (05) Physical Sciences

            (03) Education                            (06) Social / Behavioral Sciences

             

            Does this proposal entail research which has an international focus or will involve international collaboration?         [  ] yes     [  ] no

             

             

            EQUIPMENT SCREENING CERTIFICATION (Needed from UH proposals only):

            For equipment with an estimated cost over $5,000 and less than $10,000 listed in the proposed budget, an inventory of the 

            department shall be screened for available use.  For equipment with an estimated cost of $10,000 or more listed in the proposed 

            budget, university-wide screening is required for available usage.  The following responses were elicited:

             

                         Item of Equipment                                         Department Contacted                                             Response Regarding Availability

             

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

            ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
           
        
     
     Does this proposal require and/or involve:

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                [     ]        1.     The use of human subjects?  Date of CHS application ____________ or CHS # ______________

            [     ]                 [     ]        2.   Equipment purchases with an estimated unit cost of $5,000 or more?  

                    [     ]                [     ]        3.     The use of compressed-gas (SCUBA) diving?  If yes, submit documents as requested in the HCRI-RP RFP.

                    [     ]                [     ]        4.     The use of recombinant DNA?  If yes, submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         5.     The importation of microorganisms?  If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         6.     The use of radioactive material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

            [     ]                 [     ]         7.     The use of hazardous material? If yes submit approval of the EHSO with this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         8.  The use of subrecipients , including consultant and consortium agreements?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         9.  The use of proprietary/confidential information?  If yes, provide details on a separate sheet.  Clearly identify any such information found in this proposal.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         10.  The use of lobbying efforts?  If yes, attach a separate sheet describing lobbying activities and funding source of lobbying activities.

                    

             

             

             
           
        

Hawaii Coral Reef Initiative Research Program 

Administrative Form  (continued)

 

       
     INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLICATIONS:

                    

                    YES                 NO

                    [     ]                 [     ]         11.  Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in the development of intellectual property?  If yes, continue with item 12.  If no, skip to item 13.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         12.  Will the intellectual property developed be commercially valuable?  If yes, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.   If no, skip to item 13. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         13.   If you answered no to items 14 or 15, are you willing to RELINQUISH YOUR RIGHTS to any intellectual property developed and have the University of Hawaii accept an award with UNFAVORABLE intellectual property provisions, including but not limited to, relinquishment of ownership, royalties, etc.?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to intellectual property provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

                    [     ]                 [     ]         14.   Will the activity conducted under this proposal result in publication?  If yes, please continue with item 15.  If no, continue with item 15 and be advised that the University of Hawaii may accept an award with UNFAVORABLE publication provisions. 

                    [     ]                 [     ]         15.   Will you accept a provision that requires a) submission of publication to sponsor for prior review, b)  delay of publication for sponsor's revision and/or protection of confidential information, and/or c)  sponsor's written approval prior to submission of publication?  If no, please be advised that the terms and conditions relating to publication provisions may be subject to negotiation and may cause a delay in acceptance of an award.

             

            RISK MANAGEMENT:          

            If your answer is yes to any of the following questions, submit copy of insurance policies or other documentation that mitigates the risk to the University.  Submissions should include the minimum/ maximum insurance coverage, the name(s) of the insured, and any limitations to the policy.  

             

                    [     ]                 [     ]         16.  Hazardous working conditions, i.e.,  use of firearms, uncertain terrain, explosives, fire and other safety hazards?

                    [     ]                 [     ]         17.  The use of watercraft (research vessels)?

             

             

            COMMITMENT:

                    [     ]                 [     ]         22.  Does your proposal include commitments from UH department(s) other than that of the Social Science Research Institute?  Provide appropriate details and approvals on a separate sheet.  

                    [     ]                 [     ]         23.  Does your proposal include commitments from non-University of Hawaii sources?  Attach letters of commitment.

             

             

                    
           
        
     
     I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the above information is accurate and complete and that this project will be conducted in accordance with Federal, State, and University requirements and policies.

             

            P.I. Signature ___________________________________________ Date____________________

                                                  NO "PER" SIGNATURE ALLOWED

             

             

             

             

             
           
        
     
     DEPARTMENT FISCAL OFFICER:

             

            Reviewed by: ____________________________________________Date ___________________

                                                         Signature - Fiscal Officer

             

            Phone:____________________________________
           
        
 

 

From Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov  Sat Jan 24 17:45:41 2004
From: Roger.B.Griffis at noaa.gov (Roger B Griffis)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 17:45:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Final Call for Abstracts re: Restoring Coral Reefs
	(deadline Feb 2)
Message-ID: <4012F595.73C8F6B3@noaa.gov>

[For distribution]

** Final Call for Abstracts - Restoring Coral Reefs **
2nd National Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.

Presentation abstract deadline:  Feb 2, 2004
Poster abstract deadline:  Mar 1, 2004

Presentation and poster abstracts are solicited for the 2nd National
Conference on Coastal and Estuarine Habitat Restoration to be held
September 12-15, 2004, in Seattle, Washington.  The Conference will
include one or more sessions on "RESTORING CORAL REEFS", and I encourage
you to consider submitting abstracts on best practices, lessons learned,
latest technologies, new approaches etc.  Presentations welcome on
ecological, legal, social, economic or other aspects.

The Call for Presentations and Posters is attached.  Full information
and contacts available at
http://WWW.ESTUARIES.ORG/2ndnationalconference.php

I appreciate your assistance in disseminating this information and hope
you will consider participating.  Best regards -

Roger Griffis
Coral Reef Conservation Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
U.S. Department of Commerce

From Northwaterstreet at aol.com  Sat Jan 24 18:24:00 2004
From: Northwaterstreet at aol.com (Northwaterstreet at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 18:24:00 EST
Subject: [Coral-List] henry's little cayman juggling school! :)
Message-ID: <16a.28fd77ff.2d445890@aol.com>

hello henry!

my name is tricia thorn and i was one of your students on little cayman with 
the school for field studies (81). i have been in touch with peter atkins who 
was also there with me and we have had fun exchanging great stories from our 
time at henry and fred's diving and juggling school! 

I just wanted to say hi and let you know although you might not remember two 
of your many, many students over the years, we have very fond memories of our 
time there with you. for me it was island culinary school! :)

I have been racking my brain trying ot remember a toast that you made our 
last night there. I believe it begins "When I was a fish and you were a toad...." 
I would love to share it with peter, whose memory is not as good as mine. :)

:)

Tricia 

From reefball at reefball.com  Sat Jan 24 23:31:29 2004
From: reefball at reefball.com (Todd Barber)
Date: Sat, 24 Jan 2004 23:31:29 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef
References: <s0113ce0.057@Cis27.hosts.jhmi.edu>
Message-ID: <001201c3e2fc$1cd06040$6501a8c0@ToddAvLaptop>

We have used conch shells successfully inside of Reef Balls for increased
complexity....however, conch shells in piles can be problematic in areas
where hurricanes are present as they can become "missles" destroying natural
reefs as they move around.  Therefore, we recommend only using them inside
of Reef Balls or other containment systems so they are stable.

-Todd Barber
Reef Ball Foundation
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary Ostrander" <gofish at jhu.edu>
To: <greenforce at batelnet.bs>; <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 23, 2004 3:25 PM
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Conch as artificial reef

> When I was teaching a Tropical Marine Biology Course on San Salvador in
> the 1980's and 1990's we often used conch shells to construct artificial
> reefs for the student to monitor recruitment over 2-3 weeks.   Moreover,
> there were a few sites around the island where the local population
> routinely cleaned conch and discarded the shells in the water.  The
> 15-20 foot high piles of discarded conch shells appeared to be excellent
> artificial reefs.
>
> Gary K. Ostrander
> Johns Hopkins University
>
> >>> Greenforce Bahamas <greenforce at batelnet.bs> 01/22/04 07:57PM >>>
> Hi,
>
> Have been considering using conch shells to construct an artificial
> reef for a pilot study. Has anyone used conch shells for this purpose
> before. Any advice? Are they a good substrate for coral recuitment? Have
> they been successful for such purposes in the past? Are there any
> recommendation regarding citation of artificial reefs, other than
> depending on goals of reef use?
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Kirstie Knowles (Science co-ordinator) and the Greenforce, Bahamas
> team.
>
>
>
> Greenforce Bahamas
> Blanket Sound
> Andros Island
> Bahamas
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From teune at fzi.de  Sun Jan 25 15:15:30 2004
From: teune at fzi.de (Herma Teune)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:15:30 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] Gert Jan Gast
Message-ID: <000001c3e37f$fc736ac0$3bc5b43e@privat>

Hi,

I'm searching for the email-address of Gert Jan Gast.
Would be nice if someone could email me his actual address.

With best regards,
Herma Teune

From McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com  Sun Jan 25 17:43:38 2004
From: McCarty_and_Peters at compuserve.com (McCarty and Peters)
Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:43:38 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <200401251743_MC3-1-6977-A792@compuserve.com>

Dear Paul,

You have probably already heard the answer, but I did not see it on
Coral-List.   I was just checking the Integrated Taxonomic Information
System (ITIS) on the Internet and both Stephanocoenia intersepta and S.
michelini are still valid.  I thought they were synonyms and that
intersepta was preferred.

The most recent use of intersepta, according to ITIS, is reported in:

        Cairns, S.D.  1999.  Species richness of recent Scleractinia. Atoll
Research Bulletin, no. 59: 1-46.

The second edition of Paul Humann and Ned DeLoach's book changed from S.
michelinii to S. intersepts (unfortunately, a typographical error that was
not caught).  The book notes that it was "formerly classified as species
michelinii." 

I recall Nancy Budd published a paper establishing S. intersepta, but I
don't recall the specifics.  I'm hoping that she or Steve Cairns will
respond to your message and set us straight on the Coral-List!

Esther Peters

From zennnnwoman at hotmail.com  Sun Jan 25 23:20:54 2004
From: zennnnwoman at hotmail.com (megan berkle)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 04:20:54 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] information on dynamite fishing
Message-ID: <BAY8-F123Cesa31Z9cP00001583@hotmail.com>

   Dear coral-listers:

   I  was  recently  on  the  islands  off of Southern Thailand.  I heard
   stories  about  continuous dynamite fishing and garbage dumping on the
   beautiful  reefs  surrounding these islands.  Does anyone know where I
   can  find  information  on  the  Thai laws regarding dynamite fishing?
   Thanks,

   Megan Berkle

     _________________________________________________________________

   [1]Rethink  your  business  approach for the new year with the helpful
   tips here.

References

   1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2752??PS=

From M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 04:18:39 2004
From: M.Attrill at plymouth.ac.uk (Martin Attrill)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 09:18:39 -0000
Subject: [Coral-List] Last call for abstracts - climate change conference
Message-ID: <EC077CE7327C664BB5756FA819DAE423D0360B@02-CSEXCH.uopnet.plymouth.ac.uk>

Dear All

 

Climate Change and Aquatic Systems: Past, Present & Future

 

21st-23rd July 2004, University of Plymouth, U.K.

 

Thanks to all of you who have currently submitted abstracts. As I know
some of us tend to leave things to the last minute I thought I would
send out this last reminder to jog memories - closing date for
submission of abstracts is 31st January. Details on how to submit, plus
registration are on:

 

http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/climate/climate.htm

 

Please email your abstract to the conference email address
(climate at plymouth.ac.uk) by the closing date.

 

Cheers

Martin

 

_________________________________________ 

Dr Martin J Attrill 
Reader in Marine Ecology 
Research Coordinator, School of Biological Sciences 

Marine Biology and Ecology Research Group 
School of Biological Sciences 
University of Plymouth 
Drake Circus,  Plymouth 
PL4 8AA, U.K. 

Internal Room: B425 Portland Square 
Tel: +44 (0)1752 232916 
Fax: +44 (0)1752 232970 
http://www.biology.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/Attrill/Mattrill.htm 

 

From b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk  Mon Jan 26 11:40:02 2004
From: b.l.cohen at bio.gla.ac.uk (B.L.Cohen)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:40:02 +0000
Subject: [Coral-List] not corals, but brachiopods
Message-ID: <l03102823bc3af18ec147@[130.209.132.24]>

Dear Coral-list members,

Enquiring about possible brachiopod collections in the Red Sea, it was
suggested that I post to this group, so here goes.

As a leading brachiopod molecular systematist (perhaps _the_ leading one,
as there are few of us!) I am interested in ethanol-preserved brachiopod
collections from all parts of the world, both coral-associated (e.g.
thecideidines, possibly craniids) and benthic brachs of all sorts, free and
attached.

The Red Sea and Indian Oceans are particularly blank spots on my
specimen-list map, but this is really a wide, general appeal for
brachiopods (in 95% ethanol) whenever and wherever they appear.

If anyone wishes to see papers published in this field just e-mail me and
I'll send some pdf's.

Thanks in advance!

Bernie Cohen

Dr B. L. Cohen
Molecular Genetics
University of Glasgow,
Pontecorvo Building,
56 Dumbarton Rd
Glasgow G11 6NU
Scotland, UK.

Phone: (+44) (0)141 330 5103 (direct line)
                                     330 5101 (secretary)
                                     339 8855 (switchboard)
Fax:                             330 4878
http://www.gla.ac.uk/ibls/molgen/staff/cohen-bl.html

From Shane.Guan at noaa.gov  Mon Jan 26 16:17:21 2004
From: Shane.Guan at noaa.gov (Shane Guan)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 16:17:21 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] ANNOUNCEMENT: US Coral Reef Task Force 2004
	SummerIntership Award
References: <3FFDC537.85696EA2@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <401583E1.82D6E28A@noaa.gov>

>
> PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY.
>
> Contact:  Shane Guan, Shane.Guan at noaa.gov, (301) 713-2989 ext. 118
>
>
>
>                  UNITED STATES CORAL REEF TASK FORCE
>            1ST ANNUAL GOVERNOR TAUESE P.F. SUNIA MEMORIAL
>            CORAL REEF CONSERVATION SUMMER INTERNSHIP AWARD
>
>
>
>
> The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) is pleased to
> announce the 1st Annual Governor Tauese P.F. Sunia Memorial Coral Reef
> Conservation Summer Internship Award, in recognition of the late
> Governor?s outstanding leadership in and contribution to U.S. coral
> reef conservation.
>
> The late Governor Sunia is most remembered for being an eloquent and
> impassioned advocate for coral reef protection and management at the
> local level, not only in American Samoa, but throughout the U.S.  The
> results of his efforts and dedication can be seen in the many
> accomplishments at the local, national, and global levels, making the
> late Governor a true world leader in coral reef protection.  This
> award is intended to continue the Governor?s legacy by providing an
> outstanding college or university student the chance to develop
> professional coral reef management skills to be applied in their local
> jurisdiction.  The winner will have the unique opportunity during the
> summer of 2004 to intern with an agency working closely on USCRTF
> initiatives.
>
> This is a competitive award, in which an excellent student from Guam,
> the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Hawai`i, American
> Samoa, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands will be selected to
> receive a three-month, expenses-paid summer internship working on
> coral reef management initiatives with an agency member of the
> USCRTF.  In this first, inaugural year, the National Oceanic and
> Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will host and sponsor the award in a
> location to be determined.  The winner, pending availability, will be
> flown to Washington, DC to receive the award on February 25, 2004 at
> the next USCRTF meeting.
>
>
> Eligibility
> In order to be considered for this award, applicants must meet the
> following minimum requirements:
> ? Have an associate?s in marine policy or science with emphasis on
> coral reefs; OR be currently enrolled in and have successfully
> completed the sophomore year of a four-year program in marine policy
> or science with emphasis on coral reefs;
> ? Demonstrated interest and work on coral reef issues; and
> ? Be a legal resident of American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the
> Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico,
> or Hawaii.
>
>
> Application Selection Timetable
>
> Applications received by:    January 30, 2004, 5:00PM, EST
>
> Award winner notified:    February 17, 2004
>
> Winner flown to DC to receive award*:   February 24, 2004
> (*pending availability)
>
>
> Application Material
>
> All applicants wishing to be considered for the Award should submit
> the following material:
> ? Unofficial copies of all college and/or university transcripts.
> ? Resume.
> ? One letter of recommendation from a professor or relevant employer.
> ? A 750 word essay (maximum) on the importance of managing coral reefs
> in your island jurisdiction and nationally; and how this internship
> will benefit your career goals related to coral reef management in
> your island.
>
> Application material may be sent by mail, fax, or email and must be
> received no later than January 30, 2004, 5:00PM EST, to the following:
>
> USCRTF Governor Sunia Award
> c/o Shane Guan
> NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program
> 1305 East West Hwy, N/ORR
> Silver Spring, MD 20910
>
> Email:  Shane.Guan at noaa.gov
>
> Phone: 301-713-2989 ext. 118
> Fax: 301-713-4389
>
>
> Contact
> For more information contact Shane Guan, USCRTF Secretariat, at the
> above address.
>
>
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>
>

From JandL at rivnet.net  Mon Jan 26 17:11:45 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 2004 17:11:45 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
References: <Pine.GSO.4.44.0401261512030.25233-100000@jaguar1.usouthal.edu>
Message-ID: <A0A64D7C-504C-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Hi Rich,
Well, more accurate to say that michelinii is the form in which the 
polyps are plocoid (have separate walls).
  The walls of the intersepta form are subcerioid (adjacent polyps are 
almost united) and, in life, have fewer zooxanthellae (or perhaps less 
pigment/algal cell) than the central area of the polyp, which means the 
corals have a "reticulated" appearance which is particularly striking 
when they contract.
Best,
Judy

On Jan 26, 2004, at 4:13 PM, Richard B. Aronson wrote:

> Thanks for sorting this out Judy. I was aware that intersepta is the 
> prior
> synonym, but not that the head form would be michelinii if indeed it 
> is a
> separate species.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Rich
>
> On Sat, 24 Jan 2004, Judith Lang/Lynton Land wrote:
>
>> Paul,
>> Dr. Ann Foster synonymized the two species in the following 
>> publication
>> with S. intersepta (not intercepta)  having priority:
>> Foster, A. B.1987. Neogene Paleontology in the Northern Dominican
>> Republic. 4. The genus Stephanocoenia (Anthozoa: Scleractinia:
>> Astrocoeniidae). Bulls. Amer. Paleontology 93: 5-22, pls. 1-7.
>>
>> However, there is a lingering suspicion that really there may be two
>> living species of Stephanocoenia and, if so, the second species
>> probably should be called S. michelinii (not michelini). This second
>> morph is illustrated in the bottom two photos on pages 110 and 111 of
>> Paul Humann's Reef Coral Identification guide. The top photo on page
>> 110, and the two upper photos on page 111 are good examples of the
>> intersepta morph.
>>
>> If a more recent taxonomic treatment of the living members of this
>> genus exists, I'd be interested to hear about it.
>> Judy
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Jan 23, 2004, at 1:32 PM, paul brown wrote:
>>
>>> Hi all,
>>> I have seen numerous uses of Stephanocoenia intercepta as well as S.
>>> michelini in the literature. Are these in fact different species or
>>> are these synomyms for the same species? If they are synomyms, which
>>> is the most current?
>>> Any knowledge about the taxonomy of this genera would be greatly
>>> appreciated.
>>>
>>> Paul Brown
>>> PhD candidate
>>> University of Calgary
>>> Department of Biological Sciences
>>> 2500 University Drive
>>> Calgary, Alberta, Cananda
>>> T2N 1N4
>>> (403) 210-5484
>>>
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>>> http://wine.msn.com/
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>
>

From benf at calm.wa.gov.au  Tue Jan 27 01:25:54 2004
From: benf at calm.wa.gov.au (Fitzpatrick, Ben)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 14:25:54 +0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Ningaloo Marine Park Draft Zoning Plan
Message-ID: <64E97A65D3CB8A48B2BBDEF37274F7234CFF01@calm-exmo-1.calm.wa.gov.au>

Hi All,
Well I last emailed the coral-list notifying subscribers that a comment period for the Draft Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning Plan had opened. I was really happy to receive a significant number of requests for the associated documentation.
This is just a friendly reminder for those who intend to make a submission or intend on returning the questionairre, they are due by the close of business on the 6th February 2004. The next significant step in this process will be the release of a Draft Management Plan. We will notify coral-list when this period arrives. Thanks once again to all who responded.
Best Regards
Ben Fitzpatrick
Nature Conservation Officer, Ningaloo Marine Park
Department of Conservation and Land Management
PO Box 201, Exmouth, Western Australia, 6707
Phone  08 9949 1676  Fax 08 9949 1580

This email, together with any attachments, is intended for the addressee only. It may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, please notify the sender, delete the email and attachments from your system and destroy any copies you may have taken of the email and its attachments. Duplication or further distribution by hardcopy, by electronic means or verbally is not permitted  without permission.

From jaapk at science.uva.nl  Tue Jan 27 05:51:59 2004
From: jaapk at science.uva.nl (Jaap Kaandorp)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 11:51:59 +0100
Subject: [Coral-List] 2 PhD Student Positions in Simulation of developmental
	regulatory networks in sponges and corals
Message-ID: <20040127115159.A7175@cimex.science.uva.nl>

Two Ph.D. students Scientific Computing (position 1) / Numerical Mathematics & Scientific 
Computing (position 2)

Project: ``Simulation of developmental regulatory networks in sponges and sceleractinian
corals''

The project is financed by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific 
Research, NWO, research program Computational Life Sciences  and consists 
of 2 Ph.D. positions, one (position 1) at the Section Computational Science 
of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/) 
and one (position 2) at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) 
in Amsterdam (http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet).

In this project we will develop a model for simulating regulatory networks
that is capable of quantitatively reproducing spatial and temporal
expression patterns in developmental processes.  The model will be coupled
with a biomechanical model of cell aggregates and used to study the
formation of spatial and temporal expression patterns of gene products
during development in cellular systems.  A major issue are correct
estimations of the parameter settings in the network model. Therefore the
model will be used in combination with optimization algorithms (simulated
annealing) to explore large parameter spaces of regulatory networks and to
infer parameters from actual spatial and temporal gene expression
patterns. As a case study we are planning to use the body plan formation
in relatively simple multi-cellular organisms (sponges and sceleractinian
corals).  Here we will closely collaborate with Prof W.E.G. Mueller
(Institut fuer Physiologische Chemie Johannes Gutenberg-Universitaet
Mainz, Germany) and Prof D.J. Miller (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
James Cook University, Australia).  The PhD student Scientific Computing 
within the Section Computational Science will in particular work on 
optimization methods and modelling cellular aggregates, while the PhD student 
at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science will focus on the numerical 
methods for modelling the regulatory networks.

Details position 1 at the Section Computational Science of the Universiteit van Amsterdam
_____________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.
Candidates should have a master's degree (or equivalent) in scientific
computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology  or a
comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to have an active interest in
life science applications.  For information on appointment (salary, vacation pay, etc.) 
please read the full description on www.uva.nl/vacatures or www.english.uva.nl, choose 
'Vacancies'.  Applications quoting job reference number and marked ``strictly confidential'' 
(in the upper left hand corner of the envelope) should include a letter of motivation, a 
curriculum vitae, if available copies of research papers, MSc thesis and the names of three 
persons from who references may be obtained.  Students who are about to finish their 
M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to apply.  The UvA offers an international working 
environment, flexible working conditions and is willing to help with housing for foreigners.  
Applications should be sent to the Universiteit van Amsterdam, Faculty of Science / Personnel 
Department, to the attention of Mrs. A. A. Craj?, personnel advisor, Kruislaan 404, 1098 SM 
Amsterdam, The Netherlands.  Applications by E-mail will also be accepted: 
anny at science.uva.nl.  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on March 15, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.

More information can be found at http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/ or contact
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp, E-mail jaapk at science.uva.nl, telephone +31 20 525 7539.

Details position 2 at the Center for Mathematics and Computer Science (CWI) in Amsterdam
________________________________________________________________________________________

It is a full-time position for a period of 4 years.  Applications are invited from candidates 
with with a good knowledge of the numerical analysis of ODEs/PDEs and an MSc in mathematics, 
scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, chemistry, biology, 
computational fluid dynamics, or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are also expected to 
have an active interest in life science applications.  The salary with related employment 
conditions is according to regulations for OIOs (Onderzoekers in Opleiding) in the 
"CAO-onderzoekinstellingen" (collective employment agreement Dutch research institutes). 
Moreover CWI offers attractive working conditions, including flexibility, child care, and 
help with housing for foreigners.  Applications should be sent to Joke Blom, CWI/MAS, 
P.O. Box 94079, 1090 GB Amsterdam, the Netherlands.  E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, with mentioning 
of "PhD Vacancy MAS1 - RegNet".  The application period will remain open until the position 
is filled; however, review of applications will commence on February 1, 2004, with the intent 
of filling the position as quickly as possible.  Your application should provide a concise 
description of your mathematical education, your CV, examination marks and if possible a copy 
of your M.Sc thesis. Students who are about to finish their M.Sc thesis are also encouraged to 
apply.

More information can be found at http://www.cwi.nl/~gollum/RegNet or contact Joke Blom, 
E-mail: gollum at cwi.nl, telephone +31 20 592 4263

-- 
Dr. Jaap A. Kaandorp
Section Computational Science
Faculty of Science
University of Amsterdam
Kruislaan 403
1098 SJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 5257539 / +31 20 5257463
email: jaapk at science.uva.nl
fax: +31 20 5257490
URL: http://www.science.uva.nl/~jaapk/

See for the 1st International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics
March 22 - 23, 2004 in Amsterdam
http://www.science.uva.nl/research/scs/AMGC2004/

From mjnewman at ucsd.edu  Tue Jan 27 19:43:15 2004
From: mjnewman at ucsd.edu (Marah Newman)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 16:43:15 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Percent cover to biomass
Message-ID: <BC3C45A3.20FD%mjnewman@ucsd.edu>

Dear All,

I am trying to determine if there has been any work conducted in the past
that provides conversions from estimates of percent cover to living biomass
of coral tissue.  I am conducting surveys of corals (most likely using
point-intercept method) but in addition to coral cover estimates, I also
need biomass. I can do some estimates of surface area to account for the 3-d
structure of the reef, but I still need to figure out a way to get some sort
of g/m^2 estimate.  Does anyone know if work on this has ever been conducted
and where I can find it?

Thanks so much,

Marah Newman
___________________________________

Marah Newman
Graduate Student Office, Box 0208
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
University of California, San Diego
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
CA 92093, USA

From corals at prtc.net  Tue Jan 27 19:41:23 2004
From: corals at prtc.net (CORALations)
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:41:23 -0400
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral transplant, farming and restoration
Message-ID: <001101c3e537$75601920$09323242@m2t4v4>

Dear Coral-Listers:

CORALations is in the process of creating a bi-lingual field manual describing non-technical coral fragment 
planting and fragment stabilization and grow out methods for use by non-scientists in the Caribbean.  
The techniques will be limited to the three Caribbean Acroporids and Porites porites. 
The premise is that the broken fragment would otherwise suffer greater mortality without the intervention. 
The scope is further focused by limiting the reasons for intervention to impacts resulting from fin, 
small craft groundings, anchor and storm damage. 

If we have not already contacted you, and you have a non-technical method you wish to be featured,
please respond to corals at prtc.net.

We would also like to provide a list of contact information to include a one paragraph description for 
technical reef restoration methodologies. In this way, non-technical public would be able 
to access professionals to discuss restoration for more dramatic impact.  

If you have a technical restoration method you would like featured in the manual, 
and we have not already contacted you...please take a moment now to send the following: 
 
-Method name
-Your name, and/or company name and contact Information
-A one paragraph description of the method including types of impact it addresses or other restoration goals.(100 words more or less) 
 
Any questions please call. If you want to participate but cannot respond this week...please notify us so we can leave space open.
 
Thanks in advance.
 
Sincerely, 

                       Conservar Cuidar Educar  
                  
                        Mary Ann Lucking
                        Director  CORALations
                        P.O. Box 750
                        Culebra, PR 00775  
                        corals at prtc.net
                        www.coralations.org  tel: 
                              fax:  787-742-0068
                              787-742-0053  
                       
                 
            
     
            
     

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 11:47:48 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:47:48 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] CNMI Coral reef AAG position available
In-Reply-To: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
References: <4017E78C.6000005@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <4017E7B4.6020102@noaa.gov>

> Hello.  Below please find a position announcement for a coral reef
> Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern
> Mariana Islands.  Forward as appropriate.
> 
> Please direct all inquiries to the contact provided at the end of the 
> announcement.
> 
> JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
> U.S. Commonwealth of  the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
> Office of the Attorney General
> 
> Title: : ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL, CORAL REEF INITIATIVE ATTORNEY
> 
> The CNMI Attorney General?s Office is seeking applicants for the Coral 
> Reef Initiative, to work on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands.
> This is a new position within the Attorney General?s Office and the 
> responsibilities described herein, will grow and evolve over time.  The 
> Attorney?s focus will be on coordinating and assisting local agencies in 
> their efforts of coral reef protection.  This will include among other 
> things defining jurisdictional responsibilities and limitations of the 
> agencies involved in coral reef protection, civil and criminal 
> enforcement of existing laws to protect the coral reef, drafting new 
> legislation and regulations concerning coral reef protection issues and 
> the administrative process as relating to coral reef matters.
> 
> Qualifications:    Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA 
> accredited law school, an active member in good standing of the bar of 
> any state or territory of the United States and eligible to be admitted 
> to the CNMI bar (or a member of the CNMI bar) upon commencement of 
> employment.  Applicants should have some experience in environmental law 
> and familiarity with coral reef or other marine systems.  Applicants 
> should exhibit the ability to accurately and precisely articulate issues 
> to non-lawyers in a concise and intelligible manner.  Applicants should 
> possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work with 
> lawyers and non-lawyers in a professional manner in a demanding 
> environment.  Ideal applicants will have experience in natural resource 
> management, integrated costal zone management, maritime law and 
> fisheries management law.
> 
> Salary: Depending on the years of practice and experience.
> 
> Interested applicants must send resume and cover letter to:
> 
> Ms. Pamela Brown, Attorney General
> Office of the Governor, Hon. Juan A. Sablan Memorial Bldg.
> Caller Box 10007, Capitol Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
> Telephone: (670) 664-2341 Facsimile: (670) 664-2349
>  e-mail: pbrown at saipan.com.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:50:14 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:50:14 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Marine Science Programs for Educators and their
	students
Message-ID: <Sea1-F167sV77KibLM40002a33d@hotmail.com>

****Attn: grades 7-12 Teachers and College Marine Science Educators***

Please Forward!!

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From mstarashort at hotmail.com  Wed Jan 28 11:59:31 2004
From: mstarashort at hotmail.com (Tara Short)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 10:59:31 -0600
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Announcement: Marine Ecology Environmental Educator
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From: ocianaca at yahoo.ca (Candace Rose-Taylor)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:27:29 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre
Message-ID: <20040128182729.90202.qmail@web60301.mail.yahoo.com>

Job Opening at Huntsman Marine Science Centre

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- university degree in science - preferably biology or geography

- enjoy working with students of all ages (10 ? 80 years young)

- good knowledge of NW Atlantic marine life

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- team player, yet be able to work independently

- adaptable, energetic, creative, punctual and task oriented

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From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 13:34:41 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:34:41 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Fwd: Inappropriate message posted to coral-list...
Message-ID: <401800C1.4050605@noaa.gov>

Dear coral-listers:

Over the weekend, an email with some inappropriate content was posted to
the coral-list and sent to all subscribers.  We would like to apologize
for the message reaching you; the person who sent it has since been
unsubscribed from coral-list, and the offending message removed from the
web archives.

We do not condone this type of inappropriate behaviour on the coral-list.

Thank you,
Louis Florit
coral-list System Administrator

-- 
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University of Miami/CIMAS
NOAA/Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory
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Miami, FL 33149
Phone:  (305) 361-4445

From Louis.Florit at noaa.gov  Wed Jan 28 14:45:23 2004
From: Louis.Florit at noaa.gov (Louis Florit)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 14:45:23 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>

Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: Posting
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

From JandL at rivnet.net  Wed Jan 28 15:39:47 2004
From: JandL at rivnet.net (Judith Lang/Lynton Land)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
In-Reply-To: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
References: <40181153.2000706@noaa.gov>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930@rivnet.net>

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 ? Russian and 1982 ? French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 ? Variabilit? et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanolog?a, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the ?clear?or ?good? specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not ?fit? in the ?drawers? of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
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From sflumerfelt at coral.org  Wed Jan 28 16:33:41 2004
From: sflumerfelt at coral.org (Sherry Flumerfelt)
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 13:33:41 -0800
Subject: [Coral-List] Bonaire Job Announcement
Message-ID: <BC3D6AB5.1B574%sflumerfelt@coral.org>

The National Parks Foundation Bonaire (STINAPA Bonaire) operates the
national parks; the Washington Slagbaai National Park and the Bonaire
National Marine Park, within the Island Territory of Bonaire. At this moment
the organization has 16 employees.

The Foundation is now looking for a dynamic candidate for the challenging
position of:

MARINE PARK MANAGER M/F

As the park manager you represent the Bonaire National Marine Park and
execute the policies stipulated by the Board. You are in charge of the
management and maintenance of the Marine Park using goal-oriented guiding of
employees. 

This implies among others: coordinating, supervising and actively
participating in daily operations; initiating and guiding research and
monitoring activities and providing information in the broadest sense of the
word. As the marine park manager you are responsible for the enforcement of
the Marine Ordinance; and you participate in and promote projects with the
local community. 

The profile:
You have received at least an academic education, specialized in nature or
environmental sciences. Required are: experienced in a similar or comparable
position, leadership qualities, management skills, budget
preparation/monitoring experience, experienced in SCUBA diving and boat
handling proficiency. Furthermore you must possess excellent social and
communication skills. You have charisma and are a team player. You have good
command of written and spoken Dutch and/or English.

What we offer:
Your salary depends on education and experience. At STINAPA Bonaire
excellent benefits and terms of employment are standard.

Your reaction:
Does the above description apply to you? Send your letter by February 27
2004 accompanied by your curriculum vitae and relevant documents to:
director at stinapa.org or write to The Board of STINAPA Bonaire, P.O. Box 368,
Bonaire, N.A. 

For more information you can call 599 717 8444

From Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us  Thu Jan 29 12:52:46 2004
From: Vladimir.Kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us (Kosmynin, Vladimir)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 12:52:46 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] RE: coral nomenclature
Message-ID: <B4F970F70C84FD4A8630EDF4F25B08F816A3BA@tlhexsmb3.floridadep.net>

Dear Listers,

I think this is the time to talk about nomenclature of at least Atlantic reef
scleractinians, since it is not related to Stephanocoenia only.  I think Dr.
Vassil Zlatarski made very valuable point about inter-colonial variability
and transitional forms between two obvious forms - S. michelinii and
S.intersepta.  From my field and museum experience I can confirm that along
with distinctive forms there are numerous transitions.  The very same thing I
can tell about Montastraea  annularis forms.  For some strong believers of
three species in Montastraea annularis "complex" I could show transitions
both inter-colonially and intra-colonially during field work in Florida Keys
and Cuba.  The very same problem we have with Mycetophyllia species, where
along with distinctive forms of M. aliciae and M. ferox we have all
transitional forms too.  I wish Deborah Danaher will speak for that, she
invested considerable effort to figure out the borders between these two
species of Mycetophyllia.

At the same time there are at least three different forms in Montastraea
cavernosa, which I cannot recall somebody discussed. But fortunately, nobody
calls them species.

Coral taxonomy is not in favor now and is not really supported by funds; but
we have to realize that this is not just a problem of what to call this
particular coral "species" or "form".  It is more than just what to call it
when we are talking to public and bureaucracy about number of lost and
endangered species. It is a problem for management circles too.  For example,
I have received anger question why we are going to do monitoring "just on
Montastraea annularis, not also on M. faveolata and M. franksii". Well, just
because there are no such a thing as "species complex" in the International
Code of Zoological Nomenclature, and M. faveolata and M. franksii are not
appropriately established separate species.  I think we have to follow
correct existing names according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature.  Neither publication of "species" in popular books, photo
albums and reports, nor personal opinions of well-known scientists cannot be
used as a reference.  Unfortunately, in our list we see often these "species"
in use,  and it is something that confuses those who are not a taxonomist,
but working on corals.  To resolve questions about species we need further
work with each particular species, but until it is not resolved like it was
done by Australian scientists with genera Platygyra in the Pacific, species
must stay like they are according to the International Code of Zoological
Nomenclature and correctly done revisions.

Thank you.

Vladimir N. Kosmynin, Ph.D.
Environmental Consultant
Bureau of Beaches and Coastal Systems
Department of Environmental Protection
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Mail Station 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
e-mail: vladimir.kosmynin at dep.state.fl.us
Tel: (850)487-4471 Ext. 121
SunCom: 277-4471 Ext. 121
Fax: (850)921-6459

Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>

[Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia

Dear Colleagues,

The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit me 
to touch both areas.

The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban Scleractinia 
(1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision was based on 
underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 colonies.  Their 
variability was described and illustrated (1982: p.132-136, pl. 46, 47). 
  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid and subcerioid, but even 
cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and many gradual transitions 
between them.  What is more intriguing is that there are colonies 
showing in their different parts more than one of these morphologies. 
For example, specimen #681, station 162, transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, 
depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and cerioid.  For such cases of 
intra-colonial variability was introduced the term bimorphic colony 
(1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, p. 16). On the other hand 
concerning the inter-colonial variability, the series of coralla showing 
gradual morphological transition between two taxa were called 
morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly offering all this 
detailed information, because the Cuban material was not only described 
and illustrated, but fortunately after three decades preserved.  One 
inventory last year showed that 80% of all collection, object of the 
mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de Oceanologia, Havana.  The 
specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it is easier to approach 
typologically and identify only what is possible with the described 
species.  By doing this we operate with only part of the existing 
morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  Unfortunately, 
many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the named taxa.  How to 
deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring the variability and 
our species recede further and further from the reality.

About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
synonymy of S. intersepta.

My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I am 
trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they are 
strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to dedicate 
efforts for efficient coordinated work.

Vassil Zlatarski

131 Fales Rd,

Bristol, RI 02809, USA

Phone: +1 401 254 5121

e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com

131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121

------------------------------

Message: 7
Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:39:47 -0500
From: Judith Lang/Lynton Land <JandL at rivnet.net>
Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Coral nomenclature
To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
Cc: Vassil Zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1CE93812-51D2-11D8-97E2-0003933D6930 at rivnet.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=WINDOWS-1252; format=flowed

Thanks to Dr. Vassil Zlatarski for his contribution to this discussion.

For those of us behind the scenes who have been saying it is time for a 
bright student to reconsider Stephanocoenia with skeletal 
morphometrics, molecules, soft tissues and ecology (including 
transplantations), etc., this is a good reminder to remember to include 
the "intermediates."

Judy

On Jan 28, 2004, at 2:45 PM, Louis Florit wrote:

> Message forwarded from Mr. Vassil Zlatarski.  Please send comments or 
> suggestions to him at vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: Posting
> Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:15:33 -0800 (PST)
> From: vassil zlatarski <vzlatarski at yahoo.com>
>
> [Coral List] coral nomenclature/taxonomy Stephanocoenia
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
> The Stephanocoenia nomenclature question went to taxonomy, so permit 
> me to touch both areas.
>
> The Cuban and Yucatan scleractinians offered invaluable information 
> about the variability of this genus.  In the book on Cuban 
> Scleractinia (1980 - Russian and 1982 - French) the taxonomic decision 
> was based on underwater observations and laboratory study of 164 
> colonies.  Their variability was described and illustrated (1982: 
> p.132-136, pl. 46, 47).  The Cuban material contains not only plocoid 
> and subcerioid, but even cerioid (Idem. pl. 47, fig.3) colonies and 
> many gradual transitions between them.  What is more intriguing is 
> that there are colonies showing in their different parts more than one 
> of these morphologies. For example, specimen #681, station 162, 
> transect 6, Km.14, Matanzas, depth 18-20m. is both, plocoid and 
> cerioid.  For such cases of intra-colonial variability was introduced 
> the term bimorphic colony (1982, Chapter 3 - Variabilite et taxonomie, 
> p. 16). On the other hand concerning the inter-colonial variability, 
> the series of coralla showing gradual morphological transition between 
> two taxa were called morphological bridges (Idem. p.18).  I am kindly 
> offering all this detailed information, because the Cuban material was 
> not only described and illustrated, but fortunately after three 
> decades preserved.  One inventory last year showed that 80% of all 
> collection, object of the mentioned book, is curated in Instituto de 
> Oceanologia, Havana.  The specimen #681 was present.  I agree that it 
> is easier to approach typologically and identify only what is possible 
> with the described species.  By doing this we operate with only part 
> of the existing morphologies and use the "clear"or "good" specimens.  
> Unfortunately, many colonies do not "fit" in the "drawers" of the 
> named taxa.  How to deal with them?  Closing the eyes we are ignoring 
> the variability and our species recede further and further from the 
> reality.
>
> About the synonimization of  S. michelinii.  It was done before 1987, 
> which year was mentioned previously in the Coral-List.  In the book of 
> 1980 and 1982 five species, including michelinii, entered in the 
> synonymy of S. intersepta.
>
> My struggle to understand a little bit better the nature of the 
> scleractinian species began in 1955 with fossil corals.  Presently I 
> am trying to catch up with the existing worldwide literature on coral 
> species and update my notion by using a holistic approach.  It is 
> exiting issue, but we have to recognize that the nomenclature and the 
> taxonomy of the Caribbean scleractinians are not doing well and they 
> are strongly appealing for updated studies, working with all existing 
> knowledge and material, for discussions and intercolleguial efforts. 
> The Coral List is good place to start.  I will be very glad to 
> dedicate efforts for efficient coordinated work.
>
> Vassil Zlatarski
>
> 131 Fales Rd,
>
> Bristol, RI 02809, USA
>
> Phone: +1 401 254 5121
>
> e-mail: vzlatarski at yahoo.com
>
>
>
> 131 Fales Rd., Bristol, RI 02809, USA;  tel.: +1-401-254-5121
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
> http://coral.aoml.noaa.gov/mailman/listinfo/coral-list
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From Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu  Thu Jan 29 14:45:39 2004
From: Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu (Beatriz)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 14:45:39 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
Message-ID: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>

Dear Co-listers,

Although some of you know me, I am a new member of the coral list.

I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and its effects on coral
reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very grateful.

Thank you very much in advance,

Betty

M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
Instituto de Oceanolog?a
Ave 1ra No. 18406
Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
Cuba

Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu

From Gang.Liu at noaa.gov  Thu Jan 29 16:11:56 2004
From: Gang.Liu at noaa.gov (Gang Liu)
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2004 16:11:56 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] 
	Coral Bleaching Alert for Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Message-ID: <4019771C.25840E2@noaa.gov>

Great Barrier Reef, Australia Coral Bleaching Alert

Anomalously high sea surface temperatures (SSTs) are quickly developing
over the past few weeks over most of the Coral Sea and portions of the
Great Barrier Reef.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data/hotspote.1.27.2004.gif
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/climohot.html

SSTs from two of our selected satellite monitoring sites, Davies Reef
and Heron Island, have been edging above the summertime maximum monthly
mean SST since early this month.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/CB_indices/coral_bleaching_indices.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_daviesreef_cur.html

http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/sub/sst_series_heron_cur.html

Coral bleaching DHWs have already been accumulating through out the
Coral Sea and part of the GBR.
http://www.osdpd.noaa.gov/PSB/EPS/SST/data2/dhwp.1.27.2004.gif

Some minor bleaching has been observed at various locations in the GBR
region. The tides in the GBR are yet to relax completely and the weather
forecasts are calling for continued slack winds in the region.  Although
it is cloudy near the coast, high solar radiation persists over the
area.  These environmental conditions are favorable for the development
of intensive thermal stress, foretelling of the potential for severe
coral bleaching events in the GBR within the next few weeks.

For more information please visit Coral Reef Watch's Website:
http://orbit-net.nesdis.noaa.gov/orad/coral_bleaching_index.html

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Any feedback you can provide is useful: both bleaching and non-bleaching
observations are welcome. Please send the feedback to Alan Strong
(Alan.E.Strong at noaa.gov) and/or Gang Liu (Gang.Liu at noaa.gov). Users are
also encouraged to use the NOAA/ReefBase collaborative online bleaching
report form to send input to our bleaching database. The form is
available at http://www.reefbase.org/input/bleachingreport/index.asp

Jan 28, 2004
NOAA Coral Reef Watch Program

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 Tel: 301-713-9386 ext 131
 Fax: 301-713-3136
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From p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au  Thu Jan 29 18:58:53 2004
From: p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au (Paul Marshall)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 09:58:53 +1000 (EST)
Subject: [Coral-List] GBR Bleaching Conditions Update - 29 Jan 2004 
Message-ID: <1052.144.134.89.113.1075420733.squirrel@www.gbrmpa.gov.au>

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Climate Change Program is
dedicated to observing, understanding and reporting coral bleaching events
and other climate change impacts on the Great Barrier Reef. The Climate
Change Program provides regular reports on conditions on the Reef throughout
summer and publishes early warnings of increases in levels of stress or
widespread bleaching of corals. This is the fourth Current Conditions Report
for the summer of 2003/04.

Updated 29 January 2004

On the basis of current conditions and climate predictions for the summer of
2004, the threat of widespread coral bleaching for the Great Barrier Reef
(GBR) region is currently rated as HIGH. Although weather and sea
temperatures have decreased toward seasonal averages at most locations over
recent weeks, conditions are showing signs of warming again and reports of
minor or patchy bleaching have now been received from several locations.

Sea temperatures remain above average at most monitoring sites on the Great
Barrier Reef. Satellite monitoring of sea temperatures by the U.S. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates an alarming increase
in sea surface temperatures in the Coral Sea, reaching levels 1-2 degrees C
above what would be expected for this time of year. Sea surface temperatures
over the Great Barrier Reef region have also increased over the last week,
with anomalies of 0.5 to 1 degree C over much of the GBR region.
Recent conditions on the GBR region over recent weeks suggest that the
recent respite to the warming trend may be short lived. Temperatures remain
close to levels known to cause stress to corals and associated reef
organisms. Critical thresholds that are known to trigger widespread coral
bleaching have not yet been exceeded, however significant coral bleaching
can be expected if the warming trend is resumed over coming months.
Reports received through our BleachWatch program indicate that minor
bleaching of susceptible corals is occurring at locations off Port Douglas,
Cairns, Townsville, Airlie Beach, Orpheus Island and Heron Island. At some
locations, notably off Port Douglas and Cairns, the severity of bleaching
has increased over the last week. The bleaching reports received to date
indicate mostly light or patchy bleaching, although there is an indication
that stress levels are increasing at some sites. These reports do not
necessarily indicate the onset of a mass bleaching event. However more
severe bleaching could develop if sea temperatures continue to rise.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority will continue to closely
monitor the situation with the support of BleachWatch participants and in
conjunction with AIMS and NOAA.

The GBRMPA welcomes any reports of coral bleaching. If you regularly visit a
reef site, or if you have seen bleaching on the reef, we would be grateful
for your input to our BleachWatch Program.

For the full current conditions report, for information on how to join
BleachWatch, and for background information on climate change, coral
bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef, visit the GBRMPA web site:
www.gbrmpa.gov.au.

-- 
Paul Marshall, PhD
Manager
Climate Change Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
Townsville, Australia
phone +61 7 4750 0771
fax +61 7 4772 6093
email p.marshall at gbrmpa.gov.au

From Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov  Fri Jan 30 13:24:18 2004
From: Jonathan.Kelsey at noaa.gov (Jonathan Kelsey)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:24:18 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO
	CONSERVE CORAL REEFS
Message-ID: <401AA152.9020603@noaa.gov>

NOAA ANNOUNCES $5.59 MILLION IN GRANT FUNDING TO CONSERVE CORAL REEFS

Each year, subject to the availability of funds, NOAA publishes its
Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Funding Guidance, as authorized by
the Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000, to solicit proposals for coral
reef conservation activities.

Fiscal year 2004 grant pre-applications are due March 12, 2004.  See: 
http://www.coralreef.noaa.gov/grants.html for the 2004 Coral Reef 
Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004 Funding Guidance.

In 2002 and 2003, the first two years of the grants program, NOAA
awarded approximately $5.5 million per year in matching grants under six
funding categories.  In 2004, NOAA is making available up to $5.59
million in matching grants, again under six funding categories.

The 2004 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program Fiscal Year 2004
Funding Guidance includes instructions on how to apply for funding under
the following categories, each outlined with specific applicant and
activity eligibility criteria.

    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Management;
    # State and Territory Coral Reef Ecosystem Monitoring;
    # Coral Reef Ecosystem Research**(see note at end);
    # Projects to Improve or Amend Coral Reef Fishery Management Plans;
    # General Coral Reef Conservation; and
    # International Coral Reef Conservation.

For information specific to each of the above categories, please contact
the appropriate person listed in the 2004 Funding Guidance.  For overall
NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program questions, please contact
Jonathan Kelsey (jonathan.kelsey at noaa.gov; 301-563-7230).

Cheers,
Jonathan Kelsey

**Funding under the Coral Reef Ecosystem Research category is on a 
different time frame.  Information on that program is available at 
http://www.nurp.noaa.gov/noaacoral.html.

From iamshanky15 at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 22:08:52 2004
From: iamshanky15 at yahoo.com (shashank Keshavmurthy)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:08:52 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] Dr Rosenberg's mail id
Message-ID: <20040131030852.11917.qmail@web14919.mail.yahoo.com>

Dear listers....

Sorry for the trouble...but this is my last place
to get the e-mail id of Dr Eugene Rosenberg.....
I tried to mail him at the address given at his
webpage....but all my mail have bounced saying
that there is error, the id does'nt exixt...or it
can't reach.....

the mail id was......
eugene at tau.ac.il

Can anyone give me the right id?????

Thanks in advance

Shashank

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Keshavmurthy Shashank
Kochi University, Faculty of Agriculture
Lab. of AQUa. Environ. Sci. (LAQUES)
Otsu 200, Monobe, Nankoku-shi
783-8502, Kochi, Japan
alt. id: shashank at cc.kochi-u.ac.jp
phone: 81 090 8285 9012

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From jware at erols.com  Fri Jan 30 10:18:50 2004
From: jware at erols.com (John Ware)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 10:18:50 -0500
Subject: [Coral-List] Is Robert Carpenter out there.
Message-ID: <401A75DA.9EA46E41@erols.com>

Dear Robert and List,

I am looking for Robert Carpenter's mailing address so that ISRS can
send him some money for the exemplary (I assume) services he has
performed for the Society.

John Ware
Treasurer, ISRS

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From vanesef at yahoo.com  Fri Jan 30 14:48:47 2004
From: vanesef at yahoo.com (Vanese Flood)
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 11:48:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Coral-List] about siltation on coral reefs
In-Reply-To: <82B894CE8B611D428F63348B18121FBA0B23A2@cesigma-2.cesigma.com.cu>
Message-ID: <20040130194847.4896.qmail@web60509.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Beatriz,
For a good review on sedimentation's effects on reefs
see:
Rogers, C.S. 1990. Response of coral reefs and reef
organisms to sedimentation. Marine Ecology Progress
Series. 62:185-202.
There are later papers also, but this is a good place
to start.
Good luck,

Vanese Flood

Department of Geology
University of Georgia

--- Beatriz <Beatriz at cesigma.com.cu> wrote:
> Dear Co-listers,
> 
> Although some of you know me, I am a new member of
> the coral list.
> 
> I am looking for values of sedimentation rates and
> its effects on coral
> reefs. If any of you could help me I will be very
> grateful.
> 
> Thank you very much in advance,
> 
> Betty
> 
> M. Cs. Beatriz Mart?nez-Daranas
> Instituto de Oceanolog?a
> Ave 1ra No. 18406
> Playa, Ciudad de la Habana
> Cuba
> 
> Email: beatriz at cesigma.com.cu
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> Coral-List mailing list
> Coral-List at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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