PYRN –Permafrost Young Researchers Network
http://www.pyrn.org

PYRN - Newsletter n. 16 – 16/01/2007 – January News

1. Russian summer courses on permafrost, 2^nd announcement
2. PYRN-Bib
3. Jobs at the University of Waterloo
4. CNST Awards
5. Events
6. Jobs and fellowships
7. PYRN and you

1. Permafrost summer courses in Russia, 2^nd announcement
   The Geography Faculty, Moscow State University,
   is hosting the Russian International University Courses on Permafrost
   (IUCP) as part of the International Permafrost Association’s activities
   for International Polar Year. Two summer 2007 field courses area
   offered primarily for graduate students, but may include
   undergraduates: (1) Permafrost and Periglacial Geomorphology of Western
   Siberia and Western Taymyr, Einsey River (20 July-5 August 2007) and
   (2) Dynamics of Cryogenic Processes and Technogenic and Environmental
   Permafrost Observatories, West Siberia (5-26 July 2007).
   The course outlines are posted at http://www.permafrostcourses.org/index.php
   The courses will of course be offered in English. This is a unique opportunity to get an insight into Russian permafrost science and traditions.
   In order to facilitate access to these field sites, applications are
   required no later than February 15, 2007. Contact
   info@permafrostcourses.org to express your interest in the courses and
   receive more news.

2. PYRN-Bib    
   This is a reminder for PYRN members to submit their info to PYRN-Bib.
   PYRN-Bib
   is a truly important part of the legacy the permafrost community should
   bring to the International Polar Year. It is crucial you take a few
   seconds to register your thesis or ones you came across! Let other
   people (including senior researchers) know about this initiative. The
   more entries in the bibliography the better!
   If you have enquiries about PYRN-Bib, contact Guido Grosse (ggrosse@gi.alaska.edu)

3. Jobs at the University of Waterloo
   Dr. Claude Duguay
   is seeking motivated graduate (Master's or Ph.D.) and undergraduate
   (co-op/work term) students interested in pursuing research on the
   impacts of climate on the cryosphere, with a particular emphasis on
   lake/river ice and frozen ground, including permafrost. More info on
   www.awi-potsdam.de/pyrn/uwaterloo.htm

4. CNST Awards
   The Canadian Northern Studies Trust Awards 2007-2008 are now opened to
   students from Canadian Universities. The deadline is approaching soon
   (January 31^st), so take a few minutes to check it out: http://www.acuns.ca/cnstawards.htm

5. Events
   The Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies is organizing its annual conference in October in Saskatoon. More info on http://www.acuns.ca/studco.htm.
   The Arctic Workshop, to take place in may in May in Iceland provides travel funding to graduate students. More info here: http://www2.norvol.hi.is/page/arctic
   
   
   
   
6. Jobs and Fellowships
   This month, several new positions were added, especially senior ones.
   Among these, a teaching position in Gemorphology at the University of Lethbridge (Canada) Don’t forget to check regularly for updates on the PYRN website (www.awi-potsdam.de/pyrn/jobs.htm).

7. Remember
   that PYRN’s success and pertinence is dependant on your contribution!
   If you notice any information relevant to the community and not listed
   on the website, report it to the coordinator of your country
   (www.awi-potsdam.de/pyrn/members.htm). And don’t  forget to fill in your info on PYRN-Bib!

Have a great week!

Hugues Lantuit and the PYRN network