Wednesday, December 11, 2013

2014 International Firefly Symposium Abstracts Due in One Month!

Thought you would be amazed at all the different subjects that are studied intensely by interested people. Let’s face it, entomologists are generally a different breed. There are all manner of creatures in the world!! MB

Reminder: Abstracts due January 10th!

Call for Abstracts

All individuals working with fireflies are invited to submit abstracts describing their projects and results. Oral and poster presentations will be selected from abstract submissions, and abstracts from all presentations will be published in the conference Book of Abstracts.

Following are the topic areas that will be the focus of the symposium program:

Taxonomy, Phylogeny and Genetics
Biology & Behavior
Ecology & Diversity
Conservation, Ecotourism & Education

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: If you wish to make an oral or poster presentation, please submit an abstract no later than January 10, 2014. Abstracts must be submitted online via the International Firefly Symposium website.

For detailed submission instructions and to submit your abstract online, please click here.

Become a Sponsor

You are invited to become a supporting partner in hosting the International Firefly Symposium 2014. Programs like this would not be possible without support from organizations such as yours. This symposium is a collaborative effort, and we hope you will join us for the opportunity to:

Demonstrate equipment and products
Showcase your services
Reinforce your continued commitment to the study and conservation of fireflies

Several sponsorship opportunities are available with various levels of recognition. Click here to learn more about each sponsorship level and complete the online Sponsorship Commitment Form.

Sponsors and Supporters

A special thank you to our sponsors and supporters for their generous contributions to this program.

UF IFAS logo 2013

www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/firefly

Important Deadlines

Abstract Submission Deadline:
January 10, 2014

Hotel Reservation Deadline:
July 4, 2014

Quick Links

Symposium Agenda

Meeting Site & Hotel

Abstracts Information

Sponsorship Opportunities

Travel Information

Visa Information

Meeting Site and Hotel

Hilton University of Florida
1714 SW 34 Street
Gainesville, FL 32607 USA
Phone: (352) 371-3600
Fax: (352) 371-0306
Reservation Line: (800) 445-8667

Hotel Website

The 2014 International Firefly Symposium will be hosted at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center. Click here for group rate and reservation information.

For More Information

Symposium Program & Content:

Marc Branham, Associate Professor

University of Florida, IFAS

Dept. of Entomology and Nematology

Natural Area Drive

Gainesville, FL 32611

Office Phone: (352) 273-3915

Email: marcbran@ufl.edu

www.BranhamLab.com

Symposium Registration & Logistics:

Jasmine Garcia, Conf. Coordinator

University of Florida, IFAS

Office of Conferences & Inst. (OCI)

PO Box 110750

Gainesville, FL 32611

Phone: (352) 392-5930

Fax: (352) 392-9734

Email: j.garcia@ufl.edu

Help Us Get the Word Out

We need your help. If you manage listservs or have access to email addresses of colleagues who may be interested in attending or sponsoring the International Firefly Symposium, please forward this email, along with a link to the symposium website. Please also encourage colleagues to join the mailing list by clicking the button below and selecting "Firefly Symposium". Thank you!

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

IFAS in the news 12/9/13

IFAS in the News

Researcher Training Peanuts to Withstand Drought

http://growingfl.com/features/2013/12/researcher-training-peanuts-withstand-drought/?utm_source=Growing+Florida&utm_campaign=092dac171a-growingfl-daily_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a00cf5c16f-092dac171a-296612469

Guidelines Might Ease a Dispute Over The Use of Sprayed Pesticides

http://www.theledger.com/article/20131206/NEWSCHIEF/131209526/1001/business?Title=Guidelines-Might-Ease-a-Dispute-Over-The-Use-of-Sprayed-Pesticides

North Florida Water Issues: Our worst offense will be a failure to act

http://www.tallahassee.com/article/20131209/OPINION05/312090006/Ray-Bellamy-Jennifer-Rubiello-Our-worst-offense-will-failure-act

Food Safety a Top Concern for Floridians

http://foodpoisoningbulletin.com/2013/food-safety-a-top-concern-for-floridians/

Green Industries Best Management Practices Workshop Scheduled

http://www.northescambia.com/2013/12/green-industries-best-management-practice-workshop-scheduled

http://www.pnj.com/article/20131208/BUSINESS/312080006/Business-calendar-Sunday-Dec-8-2013

Other Noteworthy News

New Round of Allocations Focuses on Increasing UF’s Pre-existing Strengths

http://www.wuft.org/news/2013/12/06/new-round-of-fund-allocations-focuses-on-increasing-ufs-preexisting-strengths/

UF Health Granted Initial Approval for Northside Jacksonville Hospital

http://www.bizjournals.com/jacksonville/news/2013/12/06/uf-health-granted-initial-approval-for.html

Winter-Resistant Cockroach Found in NYC

http://www.foxnews.com/science/2013/12/09/invasive-cockroach-found-in-nyc/

International Space Station Set to Turn 16

http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2013/12/08/international-space-station-anniversary/3913157/

World Leaders Come Together for Mandela

http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/12/09/us-mandela-death-idUSBRE9B417U20131209

IFAS In The News 12/10/2013

IFAS in the News:

Florida Researcher To Examine Potential Health Risks Of Dust Clouds

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/12/09/health-risks-dust-clouds-pathogens-air_n_4401151.html

Study Gives Take on Area Agribusiness

http://www.news-press.com/article/20131210/BUSINESS/312100015/Study-gives-take-area-agribusiness

Perfect Storm Needed for Salmonella To Spread in Post-Harvest Tomatoes

http://www.americantowns.com/fl/gainesville/news/ufifas-lsquoperfect-stormrsquo-needed-for-salmonella-to-spread-in-postharvest-tomatoes-17232451

Citrus Canker Update at Santa Rosa County Commission Meeting

http://www.pnj.com/article/20131210/NEWS01/312100015/Courthouse-pier-on-Santa-Rosa-radar

Dr. Michael Avery or How We Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Vultures

http://www.wuft.org/news/2013/12/09/dr-michael-avery-or-how-we-learned-to-stop-worrying-and-love-vultures/

Gardening: Composting Turns Trash Into Treasure

http://members.jacksonville.com/entertainment/home-and-garden/2013-12-09/story/gardening-composting-turns-trash-treasure

Gardening Q&A: Too Late to Over-seed Lawn with Rye?

http://members.jacksonville.com/entertainment/home-and-garden/2013-12-09/story/garden-qa-too-late-over-seed-lawn-rye

Florida: Sandbox of The U.S.?

http://soilsmatter.wordpress.com/2013/12/10/florida-sandbox-of-the-u-s/

In Other News:

World Leaders Honor Mandela

http://news.yahoo.com/world-leaders-south-africans-honor-mandela-101109230.html?vp=1

Mars Rover Finds Evidence of Ancient Lake

http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/12/09/us-space-mars-idUSBRE9B815620131209

Former California City Official Guilty of Corruption

http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/12/09/21839357-jury-finds-former-california-city-official-guilty-of-corruption?lite=

Princeton Starts Offering Mass Vaccinations

http://www.cnn.com/2013/12/09/health/princeton-meningitis-vaccine/index.html

Gator Men’s Basketball Slips to #19

http://www.gatorzone.com/story.php?id=26875

U.S. Solar Power Sector Small But Growing

http://news.yahoo.com/us-solar-power-sector-small-growing-115605453.html

On-Demand Featured Videos - Week of December2, 2013

Week of December 2, 2013

You may not realize just how convenient it is to watch videos about Polk County meetings, programs and services right at your computer and now on any mobile device or tablet. Here are video links to recent and upcoming meetings, shows and features. Just click and watch!

MEETINGS

Planning Commission – December 4

Board of County Commissioners Public Hearings – December 3

Board of County Commissioners Regular Session – December 3

FEATURES

Science Quest: Seasonal Wetlands (Steve Barnes, Shannon McGee)

The Commissioner’s Report: Year in Review

Que Pasa Polk? #27 – December 5

Dateline Polk #183 – December 4

Sports Central #213 – November 29

Today’s Veteran #020: USF Student Veterans Association – November 29

Polk County Supplier Diversity PSA

PCTSM Fall Futbol Festival (Lauren Hatton) – October 26

Soccer Tips: Intermediate Defense (Brad West)

Athlete Spotlight: Kyleigh Firman, swimmer at GJHS

Athlete Spotlight: Tim Crouch, golfer at Florida Southern

PCTSM Running Tips with Dawn Decaminada

PCTSM WABA JUCO Showcase (Bing Tyus, Joe Logan)

UPCOMING EVENTS

Polk Place: Clean It Up to Green It Up (Katie Yoxall)

Polk Place: Mother/Son Campout (Jennifer Wilson, Jamie Vance) – December 7

Polk Place: Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure – January 18

UPCOMING LIVE TV PROGRAMS

Watch on TV Bright House 622, Comcast 5, Verizon 20 or online at PGTV LIVE.

Tuesday, December 10, at 9:00 a.m. – Transportation Disadvantaged LCB

Tuesday, December 10, at 6:00 p.m. – Polk TPO/FDOT Work Program

Thursday, December 12, at 9:00 a.m. – Transportation Planning Organization

Friday, December 13, at noon – Sports Central

Tuesday, December 17, at 9:00 a.m. – Board of County Commissioners Regular Session

Tuesday, December 17, at 1:30 p.m. – Board of County Commissioners Public Hearings

Each week, we’ll be sending you a list of current video links. Look for next week’s links in the Pieces of Polk employee newsletter. For a complete listing of archive board meetings and other feature videos, go to Polk-County.net/pgtv. For DVD copies, please email katewest@polk-county.net or call the Communications office, (863) 534-5997.

Please Note: Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written communications to or from State and Local Officials regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your email communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure.

Pesticide Exam Prep and CEUs

December 18 and/or 19: Core and Private Applicator Training and Exams

Core 10am-12pm Dec. 18, Private 10am-12pm Dec. 19, Manatee County Extension Service, Palmetto, FL.

Two separate exam prep classes will be held to help you prepare for the Core and Private Applicator RUP license exams. Exams will be offered immediately following the classes. However, you do not have to take the exams the same day. You may schedule a time to take the exams at your convenience. You may take one class without the other, if needed.

If you are already a license holder, 2 CEUs in Core and 2 in Private are offered for both classes, respectively. Light snacks will be offered. For details and registration visit:

Core Exam training and testing:

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/core-pesticide-training-class-tickets-9324240053

Private Applicator Exam training and testing:

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/private-applicator-pesticide-training-class-tickets-9324456701

Please call or e-mail Veronica with any questions you may have: (941)722-4524 or veronica1303@ufl.edu

Crystal Snodgrass, M.S.
Extension Agent, Vegetables
Manatee County Government
University of Florida IFAS Extension
941-722-4524, Ext. 230
Fax: 941-721-6796
crys21@ufl.edu
http://manatee.ifas.ufl.edu

ARS Newslink

ARS NEWSLINK:
Web links to stories issued December 2-6, 2013 ___________________________________________

ARS News Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service
December 6, 2013
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Assessing sodium intake:
USDA scientists used an automated dietary survey tool they developed to accurately estimate how much sodium volunteers consumed as part of their daily diets. (12/2) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131202.htm

Another weapon against FMD:
Proteins called interferons are among the latest weapons USDA scientists are using to combat foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). These proteins kill or stop viruses from growing and reproducing. (12/3) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131203.htm

Boosting production of hybrid catfish:
In the catfish industry, it's well-known that hybrid catfish generally have better growth, higher survival rates and better meat yield than purebred channel catfish. Now, thanks to USDA scientists, the catfish industry is getting help learning how to produce hybrids. (12/5) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131205.htm
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