*Second Call For Papers*
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*International Didymosphenia geminata Conference *
*Providence Rhode Island, USA: March 12-13, 2013.*
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*Abstract Submission: *The Program Committee invites abstracts for papers
and posters. Authors must indicate whether their preferred presentation
format is an oral presentation or a poster. Abstracts for all papers and
posters must be received by *1 November 2012*. All submissions must be
made using the format found on the conference website and will include the
following information: A brief descriptive title; list of all authors,
affiliations, telephone numbers and email addresses; and a summary of your
findings using no more than 350 words. *Abstract Deadline: 1 November 2012.
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*Conference Information:*
*Didymosphenia geminata* is a freshwater diatom (a type of alga, also
called “didymo”) that has become a cause for concern in river systems in
North America and internationally. Although historically *D. geminata* was
found in the Northern Hemisphere, in more recent times this species has
been noted for nuisance bloom behavior and spread to new locations.
Notably, novel detections of *D. geminata* in rivers across eastern North
America, New Zealand and South America have caused concern and have created
the need for a management response. In the past five years, researchers,
managers, and anglers alike have found interest in *D. geminata* and all
seek to better understand the species. Scientists have interest in gaining
knowledge in *D. geminata *biology, while managers and conservation
non-profits are tackling ways to protect water resources and address public
concerns, and anglers want to learn how to protect their favorite fishing
areas. New research improves our knowledge of the biology, control,
outreach and impacts of *D. geminata*. The purpose of this conference is
to share that information.
Conference Information: http://www.stopans.org/Didymo_Conference_2013.htm
Submit an Abstract: http://www.stopans.org/Didymo_Conference_Submit.htm
Register for the Conference: http://didymoconference.eventbrite.com/
Questions: l...@stopans.org
