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The 15th PhD Meeting of Evolutionary Biology of the DZG to be held at the University of Freiburg, 16-18 April 2010.
Graduiertentreffen der Fachgruppe Evolutionsbiologie der DZG, 16. - 18. April 2010
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The annual meeting of the study group evolutionary biology of the German zoological society (DZG) is a unique opportunity for graduate students (Diploma, Master, PhD) in evolutionary biology to present their projects and to get to know each other both on a scientific as well as on a personal level. This yearís meeting will be held in Freiburg im Breisgau from the 16th to the 18th of April 2010 and is organised by the groups of PD Dr. Martin Schaefer  and Dr. Thomas Schmitt.
We are looking forward to welcome you to the beautiful southwest of Germany.
Link to the reports on previous DZG graduate meetings in Evolutionary Biology (in German)
Who should join?
We encourage all Diploma, Master and PhD students, who are interested in any aspect of evolutionary biology to join the meeting. Traditionally, the meeting is organized by the DZG (German Zoological Society), but botanists, mycologists, microbiologists and theoretical biologists are equally welcome. The meeting will provide an optimal opportunity to give a talk about your Diploma, Master or PhD thesis. In addition to that, it is a great way to find out what other fellow evolutionary biologists are working on, and perhaps to find out where you would like to do your PhD or Postdoc. |
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The invited speakers
Three plenary speakers are invited with the common topic: “Evolution of communication” |
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Prof. Dr. Ole Seehausen
University of Bern and EAWAG |
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"Why insects and fish defy the rule that animals do not speciate in sympatry" |
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Prof. Dr. Peter Kappeler
University of Göttingen |
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"Evolution of primate communication" |
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Dr. Stefan Jarau
University of Ulm |
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"Olfactory signals in recruitment behaviour of social stingless bees - from food odour to trail pheromones" |
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Programm
| Thursday, 15th |
| 17:00 - 18:30 |
check-in |
| from 19:00 |
get-together at „Egon“ |
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| Friday, 16th |
| from 8:00 |
check-in |
| 9:00 - 9:15 |
welcome, introduction |
| 09:15 – 10:15 |
1. plenary lecture:
Prof. Dr. Ole Seehausen
"Why insects and fish defy the rule that animals do not speciate in sympatry" |
| 10:15 – 18:00 |
talk and poster sessions |
| from 19:00 |
get-together at “Enchiladas” |
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| Saturday, 17th |
| 9:00 - 9:15 |
announcements |
| 09:15 – 10:15 |
2. plenary lecture:
Prof. Dr. Peter Kappeler:
“Evolution of primate communication” |
| 10:15 – 13:30 |
talk and poster sessions |
| 13:30 – 14:30 |
3. plenary lecture:
Dr. Stefan Jarau
“Olfactory signals in recruitment behaviour of social stingless bees -
from food odour to trail pheromones” |
| 14:30 – 17:00 |
talk and poster sessions |
| 17:00 – 18:00 |
awards, closing notes |
| from 19:00 |
conference dinner at Martin’s Bräu |
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| Sunday, 18th |
| 09:00 – 12:00 |
possibly excursion/workshop |
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Sponsors
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The Location
The conference will take place in the Zoological Institute of the University Freiburg. It is located close to the Botanical Gardens of our University and can be reached easily via the tram and bus network. |
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Transportation
If your hotel or youth hostel is not in walking distance from the University, or if you want to do some sightseeing in the city of Freiburg in between the meetings, it is advisable to buy a “Regio24”-ticket. This kind of ticket allows you unlimited travel around the city for one day, either for yourself only, or for a whole group, depending on the version you buy. Follow the link below this text to get more information about the ticket-prices and conditions that apply.
http://www.vag-freiburg.de/en/tickets-und-tarife.html
Transportation route map Freiburg: www.vag-freiburg.de/ |
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General Information
General Information: PDF
City map Freiburg: www.freiburg.de/
Map Zoological Institute of the University Freiburg: www.biologie.uni-freiburg.de/ |
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Accommodation
There are number of hotels in Freiburg, and two youth hostels. When you choose your accommodation, you should choose one that is either close to the zoological institute, or close to a tram/bus-station. Central Freiburg is relatively small and manageable; almost everything can be reached on foot or by bike. There is a renting service for bikes next to the train station, so if you are feeling sportive and if the weather is fair which is likely during the Freiburger spring season this could be a nice alternative to public transit.
Link to the page of the youth hostel: www.jugendherberge-freiburg.de/
Link to a private youth hostel: www.blackforest-hostel.de/
Link to a search mask for Hotels in Freiburg: www.globalhotelindex.com/ |
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