I am attaching below an announcement of Call for Papers for the
International Symposium on Seasonally Frozen Soils. Note that the
deadline of 1 May 1996 for receipt of abstracts is rapidly approaching.
Jerry K. Radke e-mail: jkradke@iastate.edu
Soil Scientist office: (515) 294-0213
210 National Soil Tilth Lab home : (515) 382-4102
2150 Pammel Drive fax : (515) 294-8125
Ames, Iowa 50011
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International Symposium on Physics, Chemistry, and Ecology
of Seasonally Frozen Soils
* Fairbanks, Alaska *
June 10-12, 1997
Call for Papers
FOCUS
Freezing and thawing can have a profound impact on the sustainability of
soils at high latitudes and elevations worldwide. Recent advancements
toward a better understanding of the physical and biological processes of
frozen soils affords an opportunity to document and discuss these
findings within a symposium format. This symposium will identify
knowledge gaps and research needs in the physics, chemistry and biology
of frozen soils that will promote wise use and better management of
lands.
Scientists, engineers and conservationists are invited to present
papers and/or attend sessions related to the occurrence, measurement, and
prediction of physical and biological processes in frozen soils.
Presentations will highlight:
- climatology/distribution of frozen soils
- measurement techniques
- modeling processes
- artificial soil freezing/thawing
- bioremediation
- soil physical properties and processes
- adaptation/survival of organisms
- snow properties/dynamics
- hydrology of frozen soils
- land management impacts on soil freezing
- fate and transformations of chemicals/gases
PROGRAM
Plenary and poster sessions are planned for the three-day symposium. The
symposium will commence on June 10, 1997 at the University of Alaska
Fairbanks with two keynote addresses on the state of physical and
ecological processes in frozen soils: Dr. Peter J. Williams,
distinguished research professor at Carleton University, will speak on
"The Seasonally Frozen Layer: Geotechnical Significance and Needed
Research," and Dr. Keith Van Cleve, professor at the University of Alaska
Fairbanks, will speak on ecosystem dynamics in seasonally frozen soils.
A one-day post-symposium tour is planned on June 13, 1997 for those
interested in visiting field research sites and frozen soil features in
the Fairbanks area. Participants will explore the permafrost tunnel,
where ice wedges protrude the walls of the tunnel; visit field research
sites; and see geomorphological features common to the discontinuous
permafrost area of interior Alaska.
CALL FOR PAPERS
Authors intending to offer an oral/poster presentation are required to
submit an abstract (in English) of no more than one-page by May 1, 1996.
Papers, whether given orally or as a poster, will be editorially reviewed
and published in the Symposium proceedings.
Abstracts should include in this order: author, title, text, and
corresponding author's address and telephone number. Submit abstracts
(preferably by e-mail) and participation form to:
Dr. Jerry Radke
USDA-ARS National Soil Tilth Laboratory
2150 Pammel Drive
Ames, IA 50011
Fax: 515-294-8125
E-mail: jkradke@iastate.edu
IMPORTANT DATES
- Abstract/participation form submitted: May 1, 1996
- Acceptance Notice: June 1, 1996
- Papers Due: October 1, 1996
- Papers returned for revision: January 1, 1997
- Camera-ready papers due: February 1, 1997
- Symposium: June 10-12, 1997
WWW SITE
Future announcements about the symposium can be accessed through the
World Wide Web. The Web site also has information about the climate of
Fairbanks as well as a listing of events and activities appropriate for
individual and/or family entertainment in the Fairbanks area. The URL is:
http://www.nstl.gov/frozen
REGISTRATION
The formal conference brochure will be sent out in the fall of 1996. The
brochure will contain additional programmatic information, as well as
general information about travel, housing, and the Fairbanks area. Also
included in the brochure will be all fees associated with the conference.
It is anticipated that the registration fee will be approximately $300
(US).
Registration materials will be sent to anyone who submits an abstract.
For those interested in attending the conference, but do not wish to
submit an abstract, please complete the Participation Form below in order
to insure that you receive the final conference brochure.
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Participation Form
International Symposium on Physics, Chemistry, and Ecology
of Seasonally Frozen Soils
* Fairbanks, Alaska *
June 10-12, 1997
Attendee:
Affiliation:
Telephone: Fax:
E-mail:
Complete Mailing Address:
Information for Program (if making presentation)
Presentation Title:
First Author:
Address:
Second Author:
Address:
Third Author:
Address:
Presentation? ___ Yes ___ No
Preference: ___ Oral ___ Poster
Audio-visual equipment needed:
___ 35-mm slide projector
___ overhead projector
___ VCR
___ other_________________________
Please return this form (e-mail preferred) with the one-page abstract by
May 1, 1996 to:
Dr. Jerry Radke, Co-chair
USDA-ARS National Soil Tilth Laboratory
2150 Pammel Drive
Ames, IA 50011
Fax: (515) 294-8125
E-mail: jkradke@iastate.edu
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SPONSORS
- USDA-Agricultural Research Service
- University of Alaska
- Cold Regions Research & Engineering Laboratory
- Soil Science Society of America
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Co-Chairs:
- Dr. Jerry K. Radke
National Soil Tilth Lab, USDA
- Dr. Brenton S. Sharratt
North Central Soil Conservation Research Laboratory, USDA
Program:
- Dr. Pieter H. Groenevelt
Department of Land Resource Science, University of Guelph
Publications:
- Dr. I. K. Iskandar
Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory, U.S. Army
Coordinator:
- Dr. Larry D. Hinzman
Water Research Center, University of Alaska Fairbanks
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For information about the symposium program, please contact:
Brenton Sharratt
phone: 612-589-3411
email: bsharratt@mail.mrsars.usda.gov
or
Jerry Radke
phone: 515-294-0213
email: jkradke@iastate.edu
For information about symposium logistics, please contact:
Conferences and Special Events
phone: 907-474-7800
email: fyci@aurora.alaska.edu
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