8th Int. Symposium on Syrphidae

-- 2nd Circular - December 12th 2014 --

Welcome

Dear Fellow Dipterists and Friends,

We cordially invite you to attend the 8th International Symposium on Syrphidae (ISS8). In this occasion, the ISS8 will take place in the heart of Europe, in the historic town of Monschau (Germany) from 4 th to 8 th of June 2015. After the great time we had in Novosibirsk (Russia), the people voted to have a symposium which reflects a look back to the original model of this symposium: the engagement that stimulates new research collaborations and the delight of sharing experiences on Syrphidae.

With this in mind, the Organizing Committee searched for a venue where besides convenience, participants can share ideas with others, to keep contact with collaborators, to know at first-hand about new research results on Syrphidae, and to argue about the future of this discipline.

We invite you to attend the ISS8 and contribute to the scientific program by presenting your research. Come and meet colleagues, get informed, exchange ideas, and have fun!

We look forward to meeting you all in Monschau.

Best regards,

Björn Rulik & Ximo Mengual
The Organizing committee

Location

Monschau preserves the magic of the old German cities with many half-timbered houses and narrow streets, which have remained nearly unchanged for 300 years.

Abstract submission

Abstract are required for both oral and poster presentations. The deadline for abstract submission is April 15th 2015.

Scientific Program

The scientific program will include different sessions on: Faunistics and Biogeography; Phylogenetics and DNA barcoding; Integrated Pest Management, Biology, Ecology and Conservation; and Systematics and Taxonomy.

Excursion

On Monday June 8th 2015, and after we leave Monschau around 9 am, we will do a field excursion to several Nature Reserves (NSG) in the vicinity of Monschau. Around 5 pm we will drive back to Bonn.

Social Events

Social Events: Welcome Dinner and Symposium Banquet.

Registration

The registration for the ISS8 will start on January 5th 2015. The deadline for the Symposium registration will be April 30th 2015. The registration fee for the ISS8 is 45 euros.

Accommodation

We chose the Carat Hotel in Monschau to have the ISS8 and they gave us special prices for this event. The Organizing Committee strongly suggests taking advantage of this deal and stay with us at the Carat Hotel.

Payments

The registration fee (and Banquet) must be paid before the deadline (April 30th 2015) to our bank account via wire-transfer. The rooms can be paid directly at the Carat Hotel reception when checking in to the hotel. Cash and credit card are accepted.

Students – Travel support funds

Based on the available funds, our intention is to provide small travel support grants. These travel support grants are possible due to the funding from the S.W. Williston Diptera Research Fund. To apply for these support funds, please send us (syrphidae8@gmail.com) an official letter on a university letterhead from your supervisor confirming your student status, together with your abstract and registration-fee receipt.

8th Int. Symposium on Syrphidae

Contents

Location

Abstract submission

Scientific Program

Excursion

Social Events

Registration

Accommodation

Payments

Students – Travel support funds

Transport

Further information

Important Dates

Contact person

Documents

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