Geography Lecture Series
Predicting Ecological Futures: Updating 20th Century Conservation to Deal With 21st Century Threats
Event Details
Date
Friday, May 4, 2012
Time
3:30 p.m.
Location
180 Science Hall
Description
Regan Early of the University of Évora, Portugal will present a broad overview on recent progress for several predictive techniques (species distribution models, population dynamic models, reserve selection algorithms, phenological models) & the insights gained into fundamental ecological principles. She will explore what the resulting predictions mean for both traditional & emerging & controversial management practices, such as nature reserves, habitat management, and managed relocation.
Cost
Free