Paleonet: New Research Coordination Network Dedicated to Conservation Paleobiology

[Kowalewski,Michal]

Dear Colleagues,



We are excited to announce a new Research Coordination Network dedicated to Conservation Paleobiology (CPN). We invite all who are interested to join our network. We welcome conservation paleobiologists, as well as researchers and students in related disciplines (archaeology, historical ecology, conservation biology, geosciences, etc.). We also invite practitioners, stakeholders, and all who are interested in historical insights to conservation, restoration, and management of our biosphere.



The project is supported by a five-year grant from the National Science Foundation. Learn more about our network at: https://www.conservationpaleorcn.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.conservationpaleorcn.org&d=DwMGaQ&c=sJ6xIWYx-zLMB3EPkvcnVg&r=rUtxQHepRS7hS4RdZn5LQvZ-hyl6qAbKYgSj2oQNYFg&m=OB_OGCyTwNghYrEIMU4EDV0Q9U9DZikClGddh0G0pKw&s=kEpAEgdAvwpHTCHHeTqINoKSr-0qI6rP8zNmSgkEKnA&e=>



NETWORK GOALS

   Our goal is to foster the development of conservation paleobiology and related historical approaches into a translational science by identifying and disseminating effective practices for application of historical findings and perspectives to problems identified by stakeholder groups (local communities, government agencies, NGOs, industry, indigenous peoples).

   To accomplish this goal, we will establish best practices, coordinate training of future researchers, and connect efforts across regions, habitats, and taxonomic groups. We will also network with stakeholders to share our science, to learn how to engage effectively with decision-makers and conservation practitioners, and to shape our research according to user needs.



NETWORK ACTIVITIES

   We will use a three-pronged approach to achieve these goals: (1) working groups to tackle key questions in conservation paleobiology; (2) system-focused field courses that engage students, junior scientists, and stakeholders; and (3) webinars that train researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders.



COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE

   This announcement is the starting point for establishing a "Community of Practice" that engages all stakeholders and interest groups. We hope you will engage in developing this network and participate in many of its activities. The success of the network relies on your active participation.



The success of our network depends also on assembling a diverse team of leaders who represent various perspectives. We encourage active participation of students, junior scientists, members of underrepresented groups, and experts from all relevant professions to join the network and apply for leadership appointments to our steering committee, our panels, and any future decision-making bodies that may emerge as this project moves forward.



HOW TO JOIN: Visit us at  https://conservationpaleorcn.org/contact/ to become a member.



If you have questions or comments, please email us at conservationpaleo at floridamuseum.ufl.edu<mailto:conservationpaleo at floridamuseum.ufl.edu>.



With best regards,



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CPN Steering Committee

Nicole Cannarozzi, University of Florida (steering committee member)

Sahale Casebolt, University of Florida (project coordinator)

Carlos Cintra-Buenrostro, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (steering committee member)

Erin Dillon, UC Santa Barbara (steering committee member and student representative)

Michal Kowalewski, University of Florida (principal investigator)

Torrey Rick, Smithsonian Institution (steering committee member)

Hilary Swain, Archbold Biological Station (steering committee member)

Rebecca Terry, Oregon State University (steering committee member)

Dale Turner, Nature Conservancy (steering committee member)

CPN Advisory Group

Mark Brenner, University of Florida (advisory group member)

Karl W. Flessa, University of Arizona (advisory group member)

Steven Jackson, United States Geological Survey (advisory group member)

Josh Miller, University of Cincinnati (advisory group member)

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