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ATTENTION: Purdue March Against Racism (Spread the Word+Join)
by Lee, Linda S 21 Apr '13

21 Apr '13

ESE students and faculty, Being in Asia, I am very in touch with World events but not much recently about what is happening on the Purdue campus. I thought twice about sending this request out on the ESE list serves, since we try to protect misuse of our list serve, but after further thought, I think that it is appropriate given what ESE is fundamentally about to bring this to your attention. Some of you may have already gotten the email below from Tyrell Conner – the current President of the Purdue Black Graduate Student Association. While ESE does not have a particular agenda, the ESE IGP is about respecting and valuing each and every individual, and trying to understand each other regardless of our academic or cultural background. It saddens me to see this ‘racist’ behavior rising up from individuals that I assume are part of our student body or the larger Lafayette Community BUT I want to be confident, that this attitude does not represent the majority. Therefore, I would like you to consider taking a stand against this ‘white supremacy’ behavior, which has reared its ugly head several times in the past 2 years in ways including personally to our own students, and join the Purdue Black Graduate Student Association in their peaceful attempt to get our concerns and intolerance of such behavior recognized. *** Dear all, On Thursday night the dance studio in the Black Cultural Center on Purdue's campus was vandalized, marking the location as a subject of "White Supremacy." This is just the latest incident in a long string of hatred and racism in this community, and we will not sit idly by as our intimate spaces are defaced and claimed as subjects to systems of oppression. It is time to stand together, as one community, to let these individuals, University administrators, and the state of Indiana know that we will not allow this kind of action to take place on our campus. This is our house; we will defend it. Stand with us for a march and demonstration this coming Monday, April 22 at 11:30 am beginning at the Black Cultural Center to show your solidarity with the individuals who live this experience on a daily basis. Bring your family, friends and acquaintances to help us make a positive change for the future of race at Purdue. For the sake of solidarity, please come dressed in black if possible. Also, please bring a candle to add your flame to the collective fire (we will have some extras for those without). We will be coordinating more specifics via the Facebook event (https://www.facebook.com/events/455783991167171/) and an email listserv, so if you would like to be added to the loop just let us know in the Facebook comments. We hope to see you there, -- ------------------------------------------------------ Tyrell Connor, M.S. Purdue University Sociology, Law & Society, Doctoral Student Purdue Black Graduate Student Association, President tconnor(a)purdue.edu<mailto:tconnor@purdue.edu>

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ESE Social and Colloquium Final Projects at Star City - NEXT WEEK!
by Musser, Christal A. 19 Apr '13

19 Apr '13

Attention ESEers: MARK YOUR CALENDAR! What: All-Cohort ESE Social and Colloquium Final Projects When: Next Wednesday, April 24th 5:00PM-8:00PM (Poster presentations from 5:00PM-6:00PM) Where: Star<http://www.lafayettebrewingco.com/> City Coffee & Ale House, 210 Main Street, Lafayette, IN http://starcitycoffee.net/index.html This year, we're combining the end of semester colloquium project presentations with an all-cohort social. ESE has several students graduating this semester and several students who have completed prelim exams. Congratulations! ESE will provide some fantastic appetizers and this year's cohort will have brilliant poster presentations of their work for you to check out. ESE will provide a free drink (non-alcoholic) coupon for each student who arrives between 5:00PM-6:00PM. Faculty are also encouraged to attend. Please come and go as your schedule allows. Let me know if you have questions. Thank you, Christal Musser Program Coordinator Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs The Purdue University Graduate School | Purdue University Ernest C. Young Hall, Room B-40 | 155 S. Grant Street | West Lafayette, IN 47907 Email: musser(a)purdue.edu<mailto:musser@purdue.edu> | Web: http://www.purdue.edu/ese<http://www.purdue.edu/dp/ese> Phone: 765-494-2102 | Fax: 765-496-6271 Like us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/?sk=welcome#!/ESEatPurdue>

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Call for Abstracts: National Conference on "Advances on Environmental Science and Technology- Abstracts Due July 14th; Sept. 12-13th
by Lee, Linda S 18 Apr '13

18 Apr '13

Call for Abstracts: National Conference on "Advances on Environmental Science and Technology- Abstracts Due July 14th; Sept. 12-13th Call for Abstracts www.ncat.edu/divisions/academic-affairs/wmi/NCAEST%20Flyer.pdf<http://www.ncat.edu/divisions/academic-affairs/wmi/NCAEST%20Flyer.pdf> Location: North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, North Carolina Purpose: To provide a forum for USDOE, USEPA, NOAA, NSF, other Federal Agencies Industrial Technology Users and Colleges/Universities to address advances in environmental science and technology including problems, solutions and research needs. Topic Areas Liquid and Solid Waste Management Dr. Gudigopuram B. Reddy Natural Resources Fate and Transport of Contaminants Dr. Shoou Yuh Chang Civil Engineering Sustainable Energy and Water Resources Dr. Vinayak Kabadi Chemical Engineering Innovative Environmental Technologies and Sensors Dr. Tanya Pinder Chemistry Global Climate Change Dr. Keith Schimmel Energy and Environmental Systems PhD Program Disasters Preparedness Environmental Justice Dr. Regina Williams Liberal Studies ====================== Abstract Format Abstract (350 words) should be written in English and typed single spaced (size 12 font). Prepare abstract on a standard size white paper (8 1⁄2 in. by 11 in.) Leave 1 inch margins, left right, top and bottom. Center the title (maximum 12 words, bold type, and all caps) at the top of the page, Leave one line space after the title and list all authors and their affiliations including city, state/province and country. The name of the corresponding/presenting author should be underlined. Leave one line space after the authors and begin the abstract text. Leave one line space between paragraphs. Do not indent paragraphs. Submit abstracts and full papers electronically to Program Chairs (word document). Abstract deadline is July 14, 2013 Full paper deadline is August 15, 2013 A copy of the proceedings will be distributed to all authors. Full peer reviewed paper will be published by Springer (www.springer.com<http://www.springer.com>) Abstract Submission Deadline: July 14, 2013 Full Paper Deadline: August 15, 2013 The instructions for book authors can be found here: http://www.springer.com/authors/book+authors/helpdesk?SGWID=0-172311 3-12-971304-0 The layout instructions here: http://www.springer.com/authors/book+authors?SGWID=0-154102-12-97012 0-0 Early Registration Deadline: August 15, 2013 Online Registration: https://ncat.gosignmeup.com/envscitech/ Exhibitors will be provided an exhibit table. Make checks payable to North Carolina A&T State University (Memo: NCAEST) Mail completed form and check to: Patricia O’Connor, Director North Carolina A&T State University OFFICE OF CONTINUING EDUCATION 1601 E. Market Street Greensboro, NC 27455 Email: poconnor(a)ncat.edu<mailto:poconnor@ncat.edu> Phone (336) 334-7607 Fax (336) 334-7081 Sponsors: The Waste Management Institute DOE Samuel Massie Chair of Excellence Program Energy and Environmental Systems NASA Effective Global Climate Change Education and Research for Minorities NASA-URC Center for Aviation Safety NSF Crest Bioenergy Center NSF REU Site: Collaborative Earth System Science Research (North Carolina A&T State University) U.S. Department of Energy-Savannah River Site U.S. Department of Energy-Headquarters U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Sullivan International Group Waste Industries USA Linda S. Lee Purdue Univerity, Department of Agronomy, Professor of Environmental Chemistry, Associate Head Ecological Science & Engineering Interdisciplinary Graduate Program, Program Head, www.purdue.edu/ese<http://www.purdue.edu/ese> 3-363 Lilly Hall, West Lafayette, IN 47907 Office: (765) 494-8612; Cell (765) 414-3086 lslee(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lslee@purdue.edu>

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Krystin Riha - ESE / EAPS - Seminar
by Musser, Christal A. 15 Apr '13

15 Apr '13

See attachment for abstract and details regarding the seminar. The Use of Stable Isotopes to Constrain the Nitrogen Cycle Krystin Riha Ecological Sciences and Engineering Earth Atmospheric Planetary Sciences Thursday, April 18, 2013 3:30 p.m. Room 1252, HAMP Bldg. Christal Musser Program Coordinator Ecological Sciences and Engineering Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs The Purdue University Graduate School | Purdue University Ernest C. Young Hall, Room B-40 | 155 S. Grant Street | West Lafayette, IN 47907 Email: musser(a)purdue.edu<mailto:musser@purdue.edu> | Web: http://www.purdue.edu/ese<http://www.purdue.edu/dp/ese> Phone: 765-494-2102 | Fax: 765-496-6271 Like us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/?sk=welcome#!/ESEatPurdue>

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April 22 5:30PM Earth Day keynote lecture
by Lee, Linda S 12 Apr '13

12 Apr '13

This year, as part of our Earth Day celebration, the OUS will be welcoming noted environmental author and strategist Colonel Mark Mykleby to speak on Monday April 22 at 5:30pm in FRNY G140. Col. Mykleby retired from the Marine Corps in July 2011; his last assignment was as a Special Strategic Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, in which capacity he co-authored A National Strategic Narrative, a groundbreaking concept for a 21st Century American grand strategy based on sustainability. Col. Mykleby is now a senior fellow at the New America Foundation, where he continues his work on grand strategy and sustainability. Col. Mykleby's talk, entitled "Sustainability: Our National Strategic Imperative," will uniquely cut across areas such as sustainability, national security, and public policy; as such, it should be of interest to you and to your students. The Colonel and we at the OUS are also looking forward to an engaging question-and-answer session after his talk, with attending faculty and students. In the past, several faculty members have found it useful to integrate events such as these with their class work, offering students extra credit for attending, and you might consider a similar route. On behalf of Purdue's Sustainability Office

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ESE Keystone Series on High volume Natural Gas Extraction - Get Involved!
by Musser, Christal A. 01 Apr '13

01 Apr '13

Tuesday, April 2nd from 5-7PM in Hicks Library (B853), Documentary Film Screening and Discussion of "Unearthed: the Fracking Facade" and "Fault Lines: Fracking in America" Wednesday, April 10th from 6-8PM, PFEN Hall Dean's Auditorium, Interdisciplinary Perspectives on High Volume Natural Gas Extraction The second event is an interdisciplinary panel of incredible speakers representing a variety of perspectives on the natural gas expansion. This year's panel includes representatives from industry, academia, and popular press who will speak on benefits and tradeoffs of industry expansion, potential air and water quality impacts, boomtown dynamics on rural communities, national and international natural gas economics, and how complexity of the subject is conveyed in the media. Check out their bios at http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/ese/keystone/panel.cfm. For more information and RSVP, please visit our website: http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/ese/keystone/agenda.cfm [Inline images 1]

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ESE Keystone Series - Don't delay - register today
by Musser, Christal A. 25 Mar '13

25 Mar '13

Reminder - We invite you to participate in one of the best interdisciplinary discussions of the year! We are thrilled to welcome outstanding resources to Purdue's campus this spring to discuss the topic of High Volume Natural Gas Extraction<http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/ese/keystone/index.cfm>. You may remember from last year that the Keystone Series includes two major events designed to give ESE students and faculty a chance to think about and discuss controversial topics of global importance in an advocacy-free environment. RSVP today for these events at the webpage here<http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/ese/keystone/RSVP/index.cfm>: Wednesday, March 27th from 6-8PM, ESE Keystone World Café The first event is a facilitated dialogue designed for ESE students, faculty, and invited guests to exchange knowledge, ideas, and perspectives in open-concept discussion. Using a World Café format, small group discussions steer the direction of the evening, where a variety of core topics<http://www.gradschool.purdue.edu/ese/keystone/topics.cfm> can be explored in-depth. Tuesday, April 2nd from 4:30-7PM, ESE Keystone Film Screening Wednesday, April 10th from 6-8PM, Interdisciplinary Perspectives on High Volume Natural Gas Extraction The second event is an interdisciplinary panel of incredible speakers representing a variety of perspectives on the natural gas expansion. This year's panel includes representatives from industry, academia, and popular press who will speak on benefits and tradeoffs of industry expansion, potential air and water quality impacts, boomtown dynamics on rural communities, national and international natural gas economics, and how complexity of the subject is conveyed in the media. Christal Musser Program Coordinator Ecological Sciences and Engineering Interdisciplinary Graduate Program Purdue University Young Hall, Room B-40 155 S. Grant Street West Lafayette, IN 47907 765-494-2102 musser(a)purdue.edu<mailto:musser@purdue.edu> http://www.purdue.edu/ese<http://www.purdue.edu/dp/ese> Like us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/?sk=welcome#!/ESEatPurdue>

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Jennifer Burks - PhD Defense Announcement
by Musser, Christal A. 22 Mar '13

22 Mar '13

Jennifer Burks PhD Defense Ecological Sciences and Engineering Agronomy Eco-Physiology of Three Perennial Bioenergy Cropping Systems Thursday, March 28, 2013 9:00 AM LILLY, Room 2-425 Everyone is welcome Abstract: Comparative data on biomass accumulation/partitioning and macronutrient cycling within perennial bioenergy cropping systems grown in the US Midwest are sparse. My objective was to compare energy densities, nutrient cycling, and potential ecosystem impacts of systems considered for commercial production to inform which, if any, are capable of meeting required targets outlined in government mandates. Results from this study assessing Miscanthus × giganteus, switchgrass (Panicum virgatum, 'Shawnee'), and an unmamaged big bluestem- (Andropogon girardii) dominated prairie indicate that Miscanthus annually accumulated more aboveground biomass, and thus attained higher ethanol production estimates (16 to 38 Mg ha-1; 5006 L ha-1) than switchgrass (9 to 13 Mg ha-1; 2430 L ha-1) and prairie (3 to 6 Mg ha-1; 1031 L ha-1). This high biomass production resulted in more nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) accumulation in Miscanthus than in the other crops. Miscanthus increased rhizome mass three-fold during this three-year study, resulting in the highest rhizome N, P, and K accumulation of the candidate systems. This high amount of biomass allocated belowground by Miscanthus was associated with a consistent ability to translocate nutrients (38% N, 76% P, 52% K) from shoots to rhizomes/roots/stem bases at the end of the growing season. The consistency of annual nutrient remobilization in switchgrass and prairie was less pronounced. Carbon (C) concentrations were similar among systems and tissues (mean: 443 mg C g-1 dry matter), identifying total belowground biomass accumulation as the main factor contributing to system soil C sequestration potential. Analyses of tissue composition to assess crop persistence and regrowth potential suggest Miscanthus relies primarily on organic reserve accumulation in rhizomes and exhibits more dramatic fluctuations in belowground organic reserve accumulation than the other systems. Results from this study identify Miscanthus as having high potential of meeting both energy density and environmental guidelines outlined in government mandates. Data from this research further our understanding of these novel cropping systems, and when used to parameterize large-scale models, can inform government policy on renewable energy strategies. Christal Musser Program Coordinator Ecological Sciences and Engineering Interdisciplinary Graduate Program Purdue University Young Hall, Room B-40 155 S. Grant Street West Lafayette, IN 47907 765-494-2102 musser(a)purdue.edu<mailto:musser@purdue.edu> http://www.purdue.edu/ese<http://www.purdue.edu/dp/ese> Like us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/?sk=welcome#!/ESEatPurdue>

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Soil/Environmental Scientist - Ph.D. or equivalent in a discipline focusing on understanding the behavior and fate of organic molecules in natural soil-water environments.
by Lee, Linda S 21 Mar '13

21 Mar '13

Minimum Requirement: Ph.D. or equivalent in a discipline focusing on understanding the behavior and fate of organic molecules in natural soil-water environments. DuPont's Central Research and Development Division is seeking a Senior Soil/Environmental Scientist to support current and future research projects, especially in the area of seed coating and other agricultural applications at the Experimental Station in Wilmington, DE. Job Description: * Collaborate with a multidisciplinary group of scientists within DuPont Central Research and Development, DuPont Crop Protection, and DuPont Pioneer to facilitate the discovery and development of novel agricultural systems * Design, conduct, interpret and report results of timeline driven studies designed to understand the release, plant uptake, soil mobility, and ultimate fate of agricultural chemicals in novel delivery systems and natural soil-water environments * Compile data generated within DuPont and through contract research organizations to characterize behavior of potential new agricultural products * Work closely with multidisciplinary scientists to develop novel delivery system for agricultural systems and use that knowledge to guide long-term research & development efforts * Effectively communicate technical learnings to diverse internal and external customers Minimum Requirements: * Ph.D. or equivalent in a discipline focusing on understanding the behavior and fate of organic molecules in natural soil-water environments. Area of expertise may include but is not limited to Environmental Chemistry, Soil Chemistry, Soil Physics, and Soil and Plant Science. * Experience in developing a mechanistic understanding in environmental and biological fate of agricultural chemicals in natural soil-water systems. * Proficient in experimental design and data analysis * Demonstrated ability to conduct laboratory/greenhouse/small-scale field studies with the intent to characterize behavior of anthropogenic organic molecules and their metabolic pathways in various matrices, focusing on soil and plant samples * Proven strong analytical instrumentation skills including HPLC and LC/MS * Demonstrated ability to prepare scientific publications and presentations on novel research * Excellent interpersonal and organization skills * Excellent communication skills * Overall, a self-starter, an excellent communicator with strong leadership skills who has demonstrated the ability to work well in teams Desired Skills: * Thorough understanding of physico-chemical soil properties with extensive knowledge in sorption, desorption, degradation, an mobility of organic molecules in natural soil-water systems * Thorough understanding of various soil nutrient cycles in natural soil-water systems * Experience in nutrient delivery systems * Understanding of metabolic and degradation pathways of organic molecules in natural soil-water environments Other information: Over the 200 plus year rich history of DuPont, our science has not only met demands of the time, but has also helped define our future. With a growing world population and increased global demands on resources, we are focused on increasing food production, decreasing dependence on fossil fuels, protecting lives and the environment, and meeting emerging market demand for value-added science based solutions. Scientists and engineers within CR&D work within multi-disciplinary teams alongside DuPont businesses to develop novel products and processes across a spectrum of applications in line with our 2015 corporate sustainability goals. One key component of DuPont Science and Technology is the effort of Central Research and Development (CR&D), which employs more than 1,000 people at the Experimental Station and other research sites in Northern Delaware. CR&D is the foundation of our science efforts and has been responsible for most of our major product breakthroughs. CR&D provides both leveraged scientific services and long-term research activities to the corporation. This position offers the chance to work on important issues aimed at improving production agriculture. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will be challenged to identify useful projects, develop creative solutions, and drive them towards implementation. The candidate will supervise technical staff to assist with achieving project goals. Excellent research facilities will be available for the successful applicant at the DuPont Experimental Station, a campus housing about 3500 scientists and engineers. In addition to colleagues in Central Research and Development, close interactions with researchers in DuPont Pioneer (located at the Experimental Station) and DuPont Crop Protection (located 15 miles from the Experimental Station) will be an integral part of the working environment. In addition, a full array of facilities including plant growth facilities, analytical services and other service labs will be available to support the candidate. DuPont is a global Fortune 100 company, operating in 70 countries today. We are looking for people who have a passion for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that meet our customer needs for a better, healthier, safer life. DuPont offers an exciting place to work where thousands of innovations are introduced every year. You will have opportunities for growth through involvement in various dynamic industries from high-tech to high-performance; including agriculture, nutrition, electronics, communications, safety and protection, home and construction, transportation, and apparel. At DuPont, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join DuPont and discover The miracles of science(tm). DuPont is an equal opportunity employer and an E-Verify employer.

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ESE-Lynn Fellowship Nominations Due March 25, 2013
by Lee, Linda S 19 Mar '13

19 Mar '13

DUE: March 25th - Send your application material electronically to Christal Musser and cc me. ESE has been given 4 ESE-Lynn PhD Fellowships of our own to decide and distribute. These fellowships cover most of the first year of funding and the faculty member/associated academic dept commit the subsequent 3 years based on satisfactory progress as defined in the ESE handbook (courses, research, and logistics with regards to committee and POS establishment) A complete nomination includes: * A letter of nomination from the potential advisor (1 page). * A statement indicating how you plan to support the student for the three additional years, which can include other fellowships, research assistantships, teaching assistantships, or a combination thereof. Complete funding details are not required, but we need to know you are making the commitment to keep the student funded (assuming satisfactory progress, etc.). Note we also work with these students to submit NSF, etc. fellowship applications and we have been quite successful the last few years. Other details to access applications and updates: SharePoint Site: Go to the ESE page (http://www.purdue.edu/ese and click on faculty log in (bottom right on our NEW website) or got directly to app site: 1. When you Login you must put ONEPURDUE\ and then your log in name (same name and password as for all your other Purdue accounts) 2. In the left column under "Site Hierarchy" go to the folder "ESE 2013". A Snapshot spreadsheet (with a date) will be posted in in this general ESE 2012 folder for a quick review of applicants, which will include faculty listed in the application and additional faculty we think should review the folder based on potential overlapping interests. NOTE: There are 4 worksheets in this snapshot excel file - Admitted (admitted but does not mean they have accepted), Faculty Review (no decision yet), Preview (incomplete applications), and Declined 3. FYI: For apps listed in Faculty Review, you are welcome to do an Applicant Review (briefly answering a few questions). After you have read through the application go to "2013 Applicant Review" near the top of the right column of the website page and click on "Respond to Survey" (on upper bar), which will pull up a simple review sheet with a minimal number of entries and questions.

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