December 2011 - BERG - University of Stirling Mailing Lists

Second meeting of the Scottish Psychology and Evolution Research Network
by Christine Caldwell 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

Dear all, Following on from the success of the first meeting earlier this year we are holding another SPERN meeting in Stirling. The date of the meeting will be Tuesday 7 February 2012, and we have the following speakers already confirmed: Robin Dunbar, University of Oxford Ben Jones, University of Aberdeen Lars Penke, University of Edinburgh Thom Scott-Phillips, University of Edinburgh Mari McLeod, University of Abertay Corey Fincher, University of Aberdeen Mark Adams, University of Edinburgh As with the previous meeting, registration is free, and lunch and refreshments will be provided. This year we were fortunate to gain some funding from EHBEA to support the meeting, so we should be able to manage a few cakes again! If you would like to register, please contact me by email (c.a.caldwell(a)stir.ac.uk<mailto:c.a.caldwell@stir.ac.uk>). As last year, we will need to stop taking registrations once we reach 60 attendees, so I will accept registrations on a first-come-first-served basis, and will send around another email if and when we reach capacity. Thanks! Christine Caldwell. -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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Primate Field Course at Danau Girang Field Centre
by Liz Williamson 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

----- Forwarded Message Danau Girang Field Centre is offering the opportunity for aspiring conservationists, primatologists, and ecologists to observe and study some of Borneo’s endemic and charismatic primates, including: Bornean orang-utan, proboscis monkeys, Bornean gibbon, maroon leaf monkey, silvered leaf-monkey, long-trail macaque, pig-tail macaque, Western tarsier and Bornean slow loris. The Primate Behaviour and Ecology Field Course will run for 2 weeks, and participants will learn the fundamental methods in studying primates in the wild. Along with the introductory techniques of behavioural sampling, censusing and phenology, participants will also be trained in satellite and radio-tracking, primate vocalisation, and fecal analysis for diet and parasites. Located along the Kinabatangan River in Sabah, Borneo, the field centre is surrounded by lowland dipterocarp and swamp forest, some of the most important and productive wetlands in Malaysia. Located within a landscape with significant human impact (primarily oil palm plantations), it is an ideal area for investigating the influence and interaction of human encroachment on the diversity, behaviour and abundance of the local wildlife. Along with the primate field work, participants will also be able to participate in other on-going studies and projects throughout the course of the program, which may include: camera trapping, amphibian surveys, small-mammal trapping, and crocodile tracking with radio-telemetry and satellite. This field course is open to any level of students, but especially for degree level. The course runs from 4-18 August, 2012 at a cost of £1000. Applications are due by 31 January 2012, and filled on a first-come first-serve basis. Please contact danicastark(a)gmail.com<x-msg://9/danicastark@gmail.com> for more information and for an application pack. For more information, visit us at “Danau Girang Field Centre” on Facebook to see current news at the station and to for pictures of the site and surrounding wildlife. Benoit Goossens, PhD Director Danau Girang Field Centre, Sabah, Malaysia Centre email: danaugirangfieldcentre(a)yahoo.com<x-msg://9/danaugirangfieldcentre@yahoo.com> Cardiff University School of Biosciences Biodiversity and Ecological Processes Group Biomedical Sciences Building Museum Avenue Cardiff CF10 3AX, UK I am based in Sabah, Malaysia: Danau Girang Field Centre c/o Sabah Wildlife Department Wisma Muis, Block B 5th Floor 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia Cell phone: 00 60 (0)128364005 Office phone: 00 60 (0) 88 211645 Fax: 00 60 (0) 88 222 476 Email: goossensbr(a)cardiff.ac.uk<x-msg://9/goossensbr@cardiff.ac.uk> -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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NIH to Strictly Limit Chimpanzees in Medical Research
by Hannah Buchanan-Smith 17 Dec '11

17 Dec '11

Another step in the right direction... Best, Hannah You can read the report at this link: http://www.iom.edu/Reports/2011/Chimpanzees-in-Biomedical-and-Behavioral-Re… And listen to the Audio Webcast [http://img.constantcontact.com/ui/images1/shr_drw_fb.png]<http://s.rs6.net/t?e=7urQtLQgIjs&c=1&r=1> [http://img.constantcontact.com/ui/images1/shr_drw_twit.png]<http://s.rs6.net/t?e=7urQtLQgIjs&c=3&r=1> [http://img.constantcontact.com/ui/images1/shr_drw_linked.png]<http://s.rs6.net/t?e=7urQtLQgIjs&c=4&r=1> [http://img.constantcontact.com/ui/images1/shr_drw_more.png]<http://s.rs6.net/t?e=7urQtLQgIjs&c=5&r=1> [http://img.constantcontact.com/ui/images1/shr_btn_like_sm.png]<http://myemail.constantcontact.com/NIH-to-Strictly-Limit-Chimpanzees-in-Med…> [http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs079/1103316617249/img/8.jpg]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> December 15, 2011 AMP Friends: As we alerted you this morning, the Institute of Medicine's Committee on the Use of Chimpanzees in Biomedical and Behaviorial Research has released its report<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…>. Reaction and media coverage were swift in coming. NIH Director Francis Collins met with the media shortly after the conclusion of the committee's briefing, announcing<http://www.nih.gov/news/health/dec2011/od-15.htm>: I have considered the report carefully and have decided to accept the IOM committee recommendations. NIH is in the process of developing a complete plan for implementation of the IOM's guiding principles and criteria. I will be assembling a working group within the NIH Council of Councils to provide advice on the implementation of the recommendations, and to consider the size and placement of the active and inactive populations of NIH-owned or -supported chimpanzees. We will not issue any new awards for research involving chimpanzees until processes for implementing the recommendations are in place. Several news outlets are already reporting on the committee's report and the NIH's decision, with plenty more commentary certainly to follow in coming days. Here are a few links: New York Times<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> Washington Post<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> Wall Street Journal<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> CNN<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> Associated Press<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> Bloomberg News Service<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> As we suggested this morning, please read the full report, and consider joining in the discussion as you are able via your own writing, comments and outreach. [http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs079/1103316617249/img/7.jpg] [http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs079/1103316617249/img/10.png]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=bbcxmrdab&et=1108966771706&s=164&e=001bnh--og…> -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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BERG tomorrow - Wednesday, 14 December 2011 (Dr Bethan Morgan)
by Betsy Herrelko 13 Dec '11

13 Dec '11

Hi everyone, To conclude our BERG talk series this semester, Dr Bethan Morgan from the Ebo Forest Research Project (and Honorary Research Fellow in our department!) will be speaking this Wednesday about chimpanzee conservation. The ususal time and the usual place (5.30pm – 3A94). Nibbles and wine will be provided. We're planning to go out for dinner afterwards... perhaps at the Med. Please let me if you would like to join us (by 11am Wednesday at the latest) so I may make a reservation. Hope to see you tomorrow night! Betsy If you wish to subscribe (or unsubscribe) to the BERG mailing list please follow instructions here: http://lists.stir.ac.uk/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/berg *Elizabeth (Betsy) Herrelko* *Postgraduate Student, University of Stirling* *Honorary Research Associate, Royal Zoological Society of Scotland* *www.chimpcam.com* <http://www.chimpcam.com/>

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FW: [CP] TED Talk by a CP list member
by James Anderson 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

------ Forwarded Message From: "Papini, Mauricio" <m.papini(a)TCU.EDU> Reply-To: "Papini, Mauricio" <m.papini(a)TCU.EDU> Date: Fri, 9 Dec 2011 02:30:14 -0000 To: <ALB-ISCP(a)LISTSERV.TCU.EDU> Conversation: TED Talk by a CP list member Subject: [CP] TED Talk by a CP list member Ed Wasserman gave this talk in the last APA Convention when he received the Hebb Award from Division 6. Now it is available as a TED Talk and can be used as part of a lecture. It is worth listening to if you are interested in the parallels between natural selection and cultural evolution. Below is the link, enjoy it. Cheers, Mauricio. ------ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxOHbAUkPKk=player_embedded <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxOHbAUkPKk&feature=player_embedded><http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxOHbAUkPKk&feature=player_embedded> ------ End of Forwarded Message -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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Fwd: University of Edinburgh: Chancellor's Fellowships
by Alexander Weiss 09 Dec '11

09 Dec '11

Hi all, Please see below for an ad from Edinburgh University. I do not believe it's for a specific discipline, so it may be an excellent opportunity for the primate community of one here to grow. Best, Alex Dear Colleagues The University of Edinburgh is making a major investment in the future of its academic staff with the appointment of prestigious tenure-track Fellowships across all disciplines. These 5-year Fellowships are intended to support outstanding candidates at the start of their independent academic career. Up to 100 positions are available. For detailed information regarding the vacancies please check the full advert details on the www.jobs.ed.ac.uk<http://www.jobs.ed.ac.uk/> website. Susan Hamilton Administrative Officer (Research) School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences Dugald Stewart Building (Room 7.03) 3 Charles Street Edinburgh EH8 9AD Direct Telephone: 0131 651 1301 ----------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- -- The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336.

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Pandas
by James Anderson 07 Dec '11

07 Dec '11

The Edinburgh pandas are costing a lot of money. Here, one of them reacts to its first food bill: http://cdn.randomfunnypicture.com/pictures/1216Banda-bill.gif Jim -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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Robin Williams and Koko
by James Anderson 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

This clip has led to an interesting "intentionality" discussion on the comparative psychology forum. Jim http://www.flixxy.com/robin-williams-has-a-tickle-fight-with-a-gorilla.htm -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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Peter Hancock's talk on Wednesday and more....
by Hannah Buchanan-Smith 05 Dec '11

05 Dec '11

Dear all We have Prof. Peter Hancock speaking on Wednesday on: Exploring non-human primate face space 5.30pm - 3A94 as usual. A reminder that Elizabeth Lonsdorf is speaking in St. Andrews on Tuesday (full message copied below). Betsy is going so please let her know if you wish to join her/share a lift etc (bherrelko(a)gmail.com) The final BERG is on 14th December when our Honorary Research Fellow, Dr Bethan Morgan talking about Chimpanzee conservation Sadly I am no longer able to be there for Bethan's talk so I am looking for a volunteer to host, and possibly arrange dinner? Best, Hannah If you wish to subscribe (or unsubscribe) to the BERG mailing list please follow instructions here: http://lists.stir.ac.uk/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/berg LONSDORF TALK details Dear all Please see details of exciting talk in St. Andrews on Tuesday.....please contact Andy ( a.whiten(a)st-and.ac.uk<mailto:a.whiten@st-and.ac.uk> ) directly if you plan to stay for the meal. From: Andrew Whiten Sent: 02 December 2011 10:20 To: Psy-staff (psy-staff(a)st-andrews.ac.uk) (psy-staff(a)st-andrews.ac.uk) psy-postg (psy-postg(a)st-andrews.ac.uk) Cc: (psy-sh(a)st-andrews.ac.uk) (psy-jh(a)st-andrews.ac.uk) Subject: Elizabeth Lonsdorf primate talk here 6th December On Tuesday 6th December at 5.15 p.m. in Seminar Room 1 in Psychology, Dr Elizabeth Lonsdorf of the University of Chicago will give an informal seminar: "Current research at the Lester E. Fisher Center for the Study and Conservation of Apes, Lincoln Park Zoo". She will discuss recent research at the Center on ape learning and cognition, as well as field conservation programs in Gombe and Goualougo. Dr Lonsdorf is Director of the Lester E. Fisher Center for the Study and Conservation of Apes in Lincoln Park Zoo. Among her publications is "The Mind of the Chimpanzee" (Ed with S Ross and T Matsuzawa), Chicago U P 2010. We shall be going for a meal afterwards at about 6.30 - just let me know if you'd like to join us. She'll also be here Monday evening. Thanks - all welcome for talk / meal - Andy Andrew Whiten FBPsS AcSS FRSE FBA Professor of Evolutionary and Developmental Psychology Wardlaw Professor of Psychology School of Psychology, University of St Andrews, South Street, St Andrews, KY16 9JP, Scotland, UK. -- telephone (44)1334-462073 -- fax (44)1334-463042 -- -- a.whiten(a)st-and.ac.uk<mailto:a.whiten@st-and.ac.uk> Hannah M. Buchanan-Smith Professor, Behaviour and Evolution Research Group Psychology, School of Natural Sciences University of Stirling Stirling, FK9 4LA Scotland Tel: 01786 467674 Fax: 01786 467641 E-mail: h.m.buchanan-smith(a)stir.ac.uk<mailto:h.m.buchanan-smith@stir.ac.uk> http://www.psychology.stir.ac.uk/staff/staff-profiles/academic-staff/hannah… ________________________________ The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159. -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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Claire Watson's presentation on Wednesday
by Hannah Buchanan-Smith 03 Dec '11

03 Dec '11

Dear all We have Dr Claire Watson presenting on Wednesday 30th November on an exciting interactive website she has developed on marmoset care. As her presentation will require internet access the location is 2A43 - time of 5.30pm as usual. Best, Hannah If you wish to subscribe (or unsubscribe) to the BERG mailing list please follow instructions here: http://lists.stir.ac.uk/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/berg Hannah M. Buchanan-Smith Professor, Behaviour and Evolution Research Group Psychology, School of Natural Sciences University of Stirling Stirling, FK9 4LA Scotland Tel: 01786 467674 Fax: 01786 467641 E-mail: h.m.buchanan-smith(a)stir.ac.uk<mailto:h.m.buchanan-smith@stir.ac.uk> http://www.psychology.stir.ac.uk/staff/staff-profiles/academic-staff/hannah… ________________________________ The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159. -- The Sunday Times Scottish University of the Year 2009/2010 The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159.

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