Summer Course on
Eutrophication (HAB) and Environmental Impact Assessment
2- 15 July 2009
Xiamen, CHINA
Introduction:
This Summer Course series on Environmental Sciences and Ecotoxicology is jointly organized by the State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Science (MEL, Xiamen University) and the Center for Marine Environmental Research and Innovative Technology (MERIT), an Area of Excellence in Hong Kong. The themes of this 2-week Summer Course focus on eutrophication (HAB) and Environmental Impact Assessment. A number of renowned experts in the fields are invited to deliver interactive lectures, explain the concepts and application of ecological risk assessment for environmental management, provide current update on eutrophication and algal bloom problems, HAB toxic mechanisms and technological advancement in HAB management, and discuss case studies and practical exercises. A study tour is organized to provide additional case studies and learning opportunities for participants to apply acquired knowledge into real situation.
Time: 2-15 July 2009
Venue: Xiamen University, Xiamen, China
Sponsors: Ministry of Education (MoE)
National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC)
State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Science, Xiamen University (MEL)
Center for Marine Environmental Research and Innovative Technology, Area of Excellence, Hong Kong (MERIT)
Partnerships in Environmental Management for the Seas of East Asia (PEMSEA)
 
 
Organizing Committee:
Drs. Dazhi Wang, Kejian Wang, Xinhong Wang, Minghua Wang, Xiamen University
Dr. Doris Au, City University of Hong Kong
Student Committee
Schedule Overview:
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Time
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Activities
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1 July
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Arrival and welcome party
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2-8 July
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Part I: Environmental risk assessment
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4 July
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Field trip to the Jiulongjiang River
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9-15 July
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Part II: Eutrophication and HAB
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Note: Academic activities will include introductory courses, a series of special lectures, student oral and poster presentations.
Credit: 1-2 credits postgraduate course
Credit hours: 6 hours each day (3 hours each for AM and PM)
Logistics:
Teaching medium: in English
Accommodation: University campus or nearby apartments
Meals: Students can get an E-card for dining on campus |
