Please see the information below for details of a sea turtle biology and conservation course at Duke Marine Lab - Summer 2009
* 3 November 2008 PLEASE POST *Duke University Marine Lab 2009 Summer Course: *The Biology and Conservation of Sea Turtles *Dates: Summer Term II: 6 July - 7 August 2009 Course limit: 20 students (undergraduates, graduate students, professionals) *Application deadline* (if applying for Global Fellowship): 15 February 2009 *Application deadline* (if applying for Tuition Scholarship): 1 April 2009 *Application deadline *(no funding support): 9 June 2009 Description: BIO125L/ENV 227L. The essential biology of sea turtles (evolution, anatomy, physiology, behavior, life history, population dynamics) and their conservation needs, with an emphasis on the role turtles play in marine ecosystem structure and function. Basic ecological concepts are integrated with related topics including the conservation and management of endangered species, the contributions of technology to the management of migratory marine species, the role of research in national and international law and policy, and the veterinary aspects of conservation. The course includes laboratory and field experience with the animals and with their habitat requirements. Instructor: TBA As part of Summer Term II Integrated Marine Conservation Program, a core course BIO 109/ENV 209 (Conservation Biology and Policy) may be taken with The Biology and Conservation of Sea Turtles. Students are encouraged (but not required) to take both courses. Approximately ten Global Fellowships in Marine Conservation will be awarded on a competitive basis to international students, especially those from developing countries, and will fully cover travel expenses, room and board, and tuition for both BIO 109/ENV 209 Conservation Biology and Policy plus one elective course subject to availability. Electives include: Biology and Conservation of Sea Turtles; Marine Mammals; Marine Ecology; Marine Invertebrate Zoology; and Independent Research. Experience the beautiful North Carolina coast! Join students from all over the world in participating in this unique summer session experience. Enrollment is limited, apply early! For more information: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Tel: 252.504.7502). * www.nicholas.duke.edu/marinelab/admissions/forms.html http://www.nicholas.duke.edu/marinelab/admissions/summeraid.html http://www.nicholas.duke.edu/marinelab/programs/summer2.html*
