The Aquarium of the Pacific and the Marine Conservation Research Institute would like to invite you our upcoming Citizen Science Symposium! Anyone involved or interested in environmental conservation-oriented citizen science in Southern California is invited and encouraged to attend this symposium. Register today to join us at the Aquarium of the Pacific on Saturday, February 20, 2016 for citizen scientist presentations, a keynote address by Dr. Caren Cooper, discussion panels, a poster session, engaging citizen science activities, and more! Seats are limited and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.
Symposium Format
The structure of the symposium was informed by citizen scientists! Based on surveys conducted earlier this year, attendees will be able to experience the following opportunities to:
· Share ideas with fellow citizen scientists from diverse programs throughout Southern California.
· Interact with scientists and experts from California and the U.S.
· Discover new programs and opportunities for citizen science in Southern California.
· Learn more about citizen science in formal and informal settings.
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Symposium Keynote speaker, Caren Cooper, PhD, is Assistant Director of the Biodiversity Research Lab at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Cooper’s citizen science research lab focuses on promoting community participation in avian research for stewardship and pollution biomonitoring and mapping. Cooper is adjunct assistant professor at North Carolina State University and was involved in the formation of the Citizen Science Association, leading the committee to create a new journal, Citizen Science: Theory and Practice. She is a co-editor-in-chief for the inaugural issue.
For more information and to register, please visit: http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/cscscs/
The cost to attend is $20, and covers Aquarium admission, parking, a light breakfast, and appetizers at the reception. A cash bar will be available at the reception.
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