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PROJECTS

Sustainable Agriculture Project, World Neighbors

Community-based Natural Resource Management Program CBNRM, World Neighbors

IFC Sustainability Business Innovation, International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Forest-saving stoves program, Trees Water and People (TWP)

Environment Energy and Sustainability Science An Institute for 21st Century Teacher Leaders, Widener University

Local Responses to Socio-economic Change and Crisis: Migration Dynamics in Rural and Small Urban Areas of Argentina, Carolina Population Center - University of North Carolina Chapel Hill

Complex Interactions among People, Policies, and Panda Habitat, Michigan State University, United States and China

Baltimore Ecosystem Study (BES), University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Johns Hopkins University, and the US Geological Survey

Central Arizona - Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research (CAP LTER), Arizona State University

Minnesota 2050 Pathways to a Sustainable Future, University of Minnesota

EVENTS

The National Academies' Federal Sustainability Research and Development Forum (October 17, 2007 - Washington, DC)

Global Conference on Small-Scale Fisheries (October 13, 2008 - Bangkok, Thailand)

Sustainability Issues and Challenges for Spatial Planning in 21st Century Cities and Regions (March 23, 2009 - Kaiserslautern, Germany)

Engaged Sustainability Scholarship Accelerating Change (April 30, 2009 - Michigan State University Kellogg Center, East Lansing, USA)

International Research Conference on Biodiversity and the Sustainable Management of Natural Resources (July 23, 2007 - Kigali, Rwanda)

Action in Place: Promoting Community and Environmental Sustainability (October 6, 2005 - Goddard College Plainfield, Vermont)

Carbon Management at Urban to Regional Levels: Linking Development Decisions to Global Issues (September 4, 2006 - Mexico City, Mexico)

MEMBERS
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Isabelle Sánchez Rose, Professional Ascribed to Research, Venezuelan Institute of Scientific Research (IVIC), Venezuela

Rekai Campbell, Prof, Charles Darwin University & CIFOR

Stephanie Domptail, MSc, Institute for Agriculture and Market Research

Ethan Smith, Coordinator, Sustainable Water Resources Roundtable

Molly Anderson, Henry A. Wallace Center

BANAOU Djibo, Consultant, CCA/UNDP

David Bruderly, President, Bruderly Engineering Associates, Inc.

Scott Veirs, President, Beam Reach marine science and sustainability school

Susan Smith, Professor of Law, Willamette University

PUBLICATIONS
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Environmental change and infectious disease: How new roads affect the transmission of diarrheal pathogens in rural Ecuador (oseph N. S. Eisenberg, William Cevallos, Karina Ponce, Karen Levy, Sarah J. Bates, James C. Scott, Alan Hubbard, Nadia Vieira, Pablo Endara, Mauricio Espinel, Gabriel Trueba, Lee W. Riley, and James Trostle , 2006)

Impacts of the Hutan Kamasyarakatan Social Forestry Program in the Sumberjaya Watershed West Lampung District of Sumatra Indonesia (John Pender, Suyanto, John Kerr, and Edward Kato , 2008)

Review of Science and Stakeholder Involvement in the Production of Advice on Fisheries Management (A D Hawkins , 2007)

Managing excess capacity in small-scale fisheries: perspectives from stakeholders in three Southeast Asian countries ( Salayo, N.; Garces, L.; Pido, M.; Viswanathan, K.; Pomeroy, R.; Ahmed, M.; Siason, I.; Seng, K.; Masae, A. , 2008)

Changing Governance of the Worlds Forests (Arun Agrawal, Ashwini Chhatre, and Rebecca Hardin , 2008)

Beyond Deforestation: Restoring Forests and Ecosystem Services on Degraded Lands (Robin L. Chazdon , 2008)

Proceedings from Science and Technology for Sustainable Development: The African Context (Sarah Banas, Danny Schaffer, Thomas Egwang, Martine Ngobo, Hans Herran, Alfred Watkins, Phillip Griffiths , 2008)

Participatory Approaches for Sustainable Land Use in Southeast Asia (Andreas Neef , 2005)

New Architecture, Old Agendas: Perspectives on Social Research in Rural Communities Neighbouring the Kruger National Park (Barbara Tapela, Lamson Makuleke and Clapperton Mavhunga , 2007)

Selections from Sharing Innovative Experiences ( UNDP Special Unit for South-South Cooperation, The Academy of Sciences for the Developing World (TWAS), The Third World Network of Scientific Organizations (TWNSO), The Global Environmental Facility (GEF) , 2005)

PROGRAMS
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PEMSEA Partnerships in Environmental Management for Seas of East Asia

Houston Advanced Research Center HARC

CSTEP Center for Study of Science Technology and Policy

Water for People

Trees Water and People TWP

Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods

Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships - Univerisity of Minnesota

Institute for Sustainable Regional Development (ISRD)

Institut Malgache de Recherches Appliqués (IMRA)

Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies (BCAS)

SOLUTIONS

Hydraulically Powered Treatment Plant in Mexico

Arizona Water Institute

OPPORTUNITIES
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Graduate Assistantships at Alabama A and M (There are two assistantships available, that will allow the recipients to pursue a full-time course of study leading to MS degree. The awards provide a two year competitive 12-month stipend starting spring 2009 in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences at Alabama A&M University. Impact of Urbanization on Water Quality and Quantity in the Flint River Watershed, North Alabama The focus of this research will be to develop, quantify and analyze the relationships among water quality trends, land use change and demographic change in the Flint River watershed. In recent decades, parts of the watershed experienced significant population growth and development, but population density and rate of change varies widely across the area. Water quality in some parts of the watershed has declined significantly as anthropogenic impacts have increased. Qualified candidates should have strong quantitative skills to organize and analyze large demographic, water and land use data sets. Background in GIS and remote sensing is required. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA and must have taken the GRE. To apply, please submit the following: a letter stating your qualifications and research interests, resume or CV, college transcripts (unofficial transcript is acceptable, initially), GRE scores, and two letters of reference by no later than 30 November 2008 (early application is encouraged!) to Dr. Wubishet Tadesse, Dept. Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, Alabama A&M University, P. O. Box 1208, Normal, AL 35762 (256-372-4566; wubishet.tadesse@aamu.edu, http://saes.aamu.edu/forestry/CFEApeople/bios/Tadesse.htm). Students must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Agricultural decision support system. The focus of this research is to develop and implement a decision support system based on the University's Agricultural Research Station. This will integrate past and current research, information for research and mangers alike to assist in managing an integrated agricultural production and environmental quality protection. It will be a template for regional agricultural decision support system. Qualified candidate should have strong quantitative skills to organize and analyze spatial data sets. Background in GIS/remote sensing and skills in computer programming or experience with ArcIMS and ArcSDE and an interest in agro ecosystems is required . Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA and must have taken the GRE. To apply please submit the following: a letter stating your qualifications and research interests, resume or CV, college transcripts (unofficial transcript is acceptable, initially), GRE scores, and two letters of reference by no later than 30 November 2008 (early application is encouraged!) to Dr. Wubishet Tadesse, Dept. Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, Alabama A&M University, P. O. Box 1208, Normal, AL 35762 (256-372-4566; wubishet.tadesse@aamu.edu, http://saes.aamu.edu/forestry/CFEApeople/bios/Tadesse.htm). Students must be a US citizen or permanent resident.Huntsville, Alabama)

OARDC Agroecosystems Science Postdoctoral Research Associates ( The Agroecosystems Management Program of the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center offers a unique opportunity for relatively self-directed research by highly qualified postdoctoral scholars. One Associateship is currently being offered in the natural/physical sciences and one in the social/behavioral sciences. The Postdoctoral Associates will be mentored by the multidisciplinary faculty participating in the Program in pursuing research and education opportunities of mutual interest and consistent with the Program goals. In general the Program addresses the environmental, economic and social challenges and opportunities facing farmers and rural communities (www.oardc.ohio-state.edu/amp). Associates will be expected to maintain a strong publication record, seek extramural funding, contribute to graduate education, and work effectively in interdisciplinary teams that include stakeholder partners. OARDC Agroecosystems Management Program Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Natural/Physical Sciences This position requires an individual who will initiate, develop, and manage research projects including keeping of all records on research activities and preparation of manuscripts for publication and grant proposals for continued funding. Research could include, but would not be limited to: field experiments on agroecosystem function and change, GIS analysis of agroecosystem spatial patterns and dynamics; and modeling or computer algorithms for agroecosystem monitoring and management. A Ph. D. is required in any of the natural/physical sciences with focus on ecosystems and the environment. The position also requires expertise in systems analysis and advanced quantitative skills including statistics, modeling, GIS and/or spatial analysis. Desirable training, skills and experience includes ecological research particularly focused on agriculture and the environment, broad training in the biophysical as well as socioeconomic disciplines, excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated publishing and proposal development interest and potential, demonstrated interest and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, demonstrated interest and ability in outreach education. OARDC Agroecosystems Management Program Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Social/Behavioral Sciences This position requires an individual who will initiate, develop, and manage research projects including keeping of all records on research activities and preparation of manuscripts for publication and grant proposals for continued funding. Research could include, but would not be limited to: research at the individual, family and community levels on agroecosystem function and change; GIS analysis of agroecosystem spatial patterns and dynamics of social variables at landscape scales; and advanced statistical modeling or GIS analysis of social dimensions of agroecosystem functioning. A Ph. D. is required in any of the social/behavioral sciences with focus on ecosystems and the environment. The position also requires expertise in analysis of complex systems and good quantitative skills including advanced statistics and/or GIS. Desirable training, skills and experience includes social and/or economic research particularly focused on agriculture and the environment, broad training in the biophysical as well as socioeconomic disciplines, excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated publishing and proposal development interest and potential, demonstrated interest and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, demonstrated interest and ability in outreach education. These positions offer competitive salaries and a full package of benefits including health insurance. Applicants should submit a cover letter, c.v., and the names, addresses, phone and email addresses for 3 references to: Casey W. Hoy Kellogg Endowed Chair in Agricultural Ecosystems Management Agroecosystems Management Program The Ohio State University Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center 1680 Madison Ave. Wooster, Ohio 44691The Ohio State University, Wooster, Ohio)

MSc Research opportunity in Sustainability in communal socioecological systems (Two MSc bursaries (R30,000 each for two years) are available for ecology/environmental science students to participate in a multi-disciplinary research project titled SUCSES: Sustainability in communal socio-ecological systems. The aim of the overall project is to gain a better understanding of the dynamic relationship between society and the environment at multiple levels in a rural region of South Africa. Such analysis is necessary for identifying, understanding and responding to threats and opportunities for ecological sustainability and human well-being in these systems in order to inform appropriate policy. The project is based in the Agincourt Health and Demographic Surveillance Site, in the rural district of Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa.The MSc bursaries will each address one of the following research questions:Project 1: What are the spatial patterns of ecosystem composition, structure and function in a communal savanna Project 2: What are the patterns of land cover resilience to shocks (e.g. drought) and stresses, (e.g. resource harvesting) in different landscape units in a communal savanna landscape over the last two decades, and what are the implications of this for the provision of ecosystem services?University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa)

PhD Research on Creating Transactional Spaces for Knowledge Exchange in Sustainability Issues (Recruitment of Fulltime PhD StudentKnowledge Management + Sustainable DevelopmentDepartment of Building & Real EstateThe Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityThe Department has the following PhD student place funded under the Faculty's Sustainable Urbanization Research Fund Scheme (SURF) and would like to invite applications from prospective candidates:Project title: Creating Transactional Spaces for Knowledge Exchange in Sustainability Issues: Case Studies of Hong Kong's Urban EnvironmentDuration: 3 yearsStart Date: around June 2009Requirements: Good honours degree and master's degree (research-based or with substantial research element) in any social science-related discipline. Prior study and/or experience in Knowledge Management and/or Sustainable Development essential. Prior experience in qualitative data analysis and/or action research. Good communications and writing skills. Mature personality required for data collection from a wide range of stakeholders.Dr. Patrick Fong (Principal supervisor)Tel: +852 2766 5801; Email: bspafong@polyu.edu.hk Prof. Geoffrey Shen (Co-supervisor)Tel: +852 2766 5817; Email: bsqpshen@inet.polyu.edu.hk Dr. Wilson Lu (Co-supervisor)Tel: +852 2766 5565; Email: bswilson@inet.polyu.edu.hk Recruitment will continue until the position is filled.Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

Global Search for Innovations in Farming and Rural Communities (Ashoka's Changemakers announces the launch of "Cultivating Innovation: Solutions for Rural Communities," a global, online competition to seek out the most innovative solutions in farming and rural communities in Sub-Saharan Africa, India, and around the world. The competition is funded as part of a grant awarded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Using the Changemakers' open-source online platform, the competition will be open to anyone striving to stimulate rural development and agriculture. Over the next two months, people from around the world will be nominating those who are making a difference in farming and rural communities, or submitting their own innovative projects. The Changemakers community will be continually commenting on the initiatives entered in the competition. Entrants and nominators will be able to network with media, academics, and thought leaders. A panel of judges—Roy Steiner, Senior Program Officer for Agricultural Development at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Gene Kahn, Global Sustainability Officer for General Mills; Beatrice Gakuba, CEO of Rwanda Flora; Suzana Padua, Founder of the Instituto de Pesquisas Ecológicas (Institute of Ecological Research); and Raj Patel, activist and author, Stuffed and Starved: Markets, Power and the Hidden Battle for the World Food System—will narrow the entry pool to 10 to 15 finalists. The global Changemakers community will then vote for three winners, who will each receive a USD $5000 award from Changemakers to fund their initiatives. The finalists and winners will receive media attention and are showcased on the Changemakers website. All entrants will gain increased access to a global network of innovators, supporters, and investors with the means to help them fund and/or scale their projects.Any developing country)

Call for Papers Population and Climate Change (Population and demographic patterns are linked to many aspects of climate science and policy, including greenhouse gas emissions trends, mitigation opportunities, and adaptation strategies. Population growth and changes in geographic, age, income, economic and consumption distribution are critical influences on climate. In addition, increasing demands for food, fuel, forest cover, and other land uses affect policy options available for the reduction and mitigation of emissions. However, scientific understanding of these associations remains underdeveloped For this special issue, we seek a range of papers that examine the linkages between human population and climate change at various scales (global, regional, national, household) and lead to improved understanding and theory. We encourage contributions based on quantitative as well as qualitative data, including projection-based papers, as well as those that focus on population policy and analysis.)

MS Assistantship in Population Water Quality and Land Use Trends (A graduate research assistantship (M.S.), including tuition waiver and stipend, is available for Fall 2008 in the Department of Natural Resources Science at the University of Rhode Island to develop, quantify and analyze the relationships among water quality trends, land use change and demographic change in Rhode Island. In recent decades, parts of Rhode Island have experienced significant population growth and development, but density and other factors vary widely across the state, as does the rate of change. Water quality in some RI watersheds has declined significantly, as septic systems, lawns, impervious surfaces, pesticide and herbicide use, and groundwater withdrawals have increased. The student will pursue a graduate degree in the department of Natural Resources Science at the University of Rhode Island (http://nrs.uri.edu/). The graduate student will need the skills to organize and analyze large demographic and water and land use data sets. Applicants must have at least a 3.2 GPA and must have taken the GRE.To apply please submit the following: a letter stating your qualifications and research interests, resume or CV, college transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 letters of reference by no later than 15 July 2008 (early application is encouraged!) to Dr. Fred Meyerson, Dept. Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI 02881 (401-874-4580; fmeyerson@uri.edu). See the following websites for further information about the research and training program of the Department (http://nrs.uri.edu/), the College of the Environment and Life Sciences (http://www.uri.edu/cels/ ), and the University of Rhode Island (http://www.uri.edu/ ).University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI)

Tenure-track Positions in Energy Science, Engineering and Policy (The Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology, College of Agricultural Sciences, and Penn State Institutes of Energy and the Environment seek applicants to fill a tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (depending on qualifications). This is a 9-month, full-time appointment with both research and teaching responsibilities. Research interests in spatially explicit modeling, and the interaction between the environment and economy as mediated through land use and landscape are required. The successful candidate will join a multi-college team of economists and other scientists working on issues of energy and environment, and will be expected to work with interdisciplinary teams to conduct research and seek external funding in areas such as the economics of biomass energy, integrated modeling of the environmental impacts of biomass energy development, land use change, and land use policy. The successful candidate will be expected to publish in top field and general interest journals. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate courses, and graduate and undergraduate advising. Penn State University)

Director, School for Environmental Research, Charles Darwin University (The Director, school for Environmental Research will be a research leader with an international reputation who can consolidate and extend the profile of the School for Environmental Research. You will be able to inspire, extend and expand the school’s team of researchers investigating the environment in northern Australia and the Asia-Pacific Region, the livelihoods those environments support, the threats to the region’s biota and landscapes, the sustainability of land uses, particularly in the face of climate change, and the most effective ways of providing research-based evidence for public policy formulation. As the Director, you should have had experience of both cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural research, and will be alert to the public policy formulation process and ways in which research can be used to guide it.Charles Darwin University, Australia)

Post Doctoral Research Position Climate Change Land Use and Biodiversity in South Africa (Human responses to climate change could affect biodiversity more severely than changes in climate variables per se. The Program in Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy at the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University invites applications for a post-doctoral Research Associate to help examine the impacts of human adaptation to climate change on vulnerable ecosystems and species that may or may not themselves suffer direct climate change impacts. The successful candidate will work with Professors David Wilcove and Michael Oppenheimer, in collaboration with Conservation International, to model how changes in agricultural and ranching practices due to climate change will affect biodiversity in South Africa. Results of this study may inform land use policy in a region of extraordinary biodiversity facing substantial change in climate Applicants should have a strong background in modeling the responses of either flora and fauna or agriculture to climate change. In addition, they should be interested in attacking problems from a multidisciplinary perspective, working with a diverse team of scientists and practitioners, and exploring policy implications The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will be based primarily at Princeton, but must be willing to travel to South Africa as needed. Applicants should send a CV and a cover letter describing their areas of expertise and interest via email to Charles Crosby at ccrosby@princeton.edu. The application deadline for these positions is April 10, 2008Princeton, New Jersey)

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Amazonia 2007 International Summerschool (Belem, Brazil)

IFRI Training Program (Ann Arbor, Michigan)

2009 Human Environment Regional Observatory Program (Worcester, Massachusetts, USA)