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The 7th
IAL Symposium 2012Lichens:
from genome to ecosystems in a changing world.
2nd ANNOUNCEMENT
Hypotrachyna ramkhamhaengiana Parmotrema thailandicum
C A L L F O R A B S T R A C T
To submit your abstracts, please visit our website at:
www.IAL7.com( D e a d l i n e : 1 6 A u g u s t 2 0 1 1 )
9 -13 January 2012 Chaophya Park Hotel
Bangkok, Thailand
Organized by
International Association for Lichenology (IAL)Ramkhamhaeng University (R.U.)
Co-hosted by
Chiang Mai UniversityMahasarakham University
Maejo UniversitySrinakarinwirot University
Biodiversity Research and Training Program (BRT)Thai Botanical Society
Thai Mycological Association Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden
A Word of Welcome
The Local Organizing Committee of IAL 7 extends a warm welcome to
all lichenologists, biologists and every individual who is interested in lichens to participate in IAL 7. The symposium will be convened for the first time in Asia, in Bangkok during 9-13 January 2012 at the Chaophya Park Hotel.
The Local Organizing Committee and host institutions recognize the importance of lichens in this dynamic changing world. The most up-to dated research findings world wide will be presented and discussed at IAL 7. Future progress in lichen research will be built upon these recent findings.
It is a great honour to host IAL 7, and we are fully committed to ensure that the conference is productive and every participant is comfortable in Thailand, the land of smile.
Looking forward to seeing you in Bangkok
Kansri BoonpragobChair of LOC for 7th IAL Symposium 2012
Important Date / Chronology
Registration Information
Online Abstract Submission & Registration Open 11 April 2011
Deadline for Abstract Submission 16 August 2011
Notification of Abstract Acceptance 15 September 2011
Author Registration Deadline
16 October 2011Excursion Registration Deadline
Early Bird Rate Deadline
Pre – Registration Online Close 4 December 2011
Onsite – Registration 9 - 13 January 2012
CategoryEarly Registration Late Registration On-site Registration
by 16 Oct 2011THB
17 Oct – 4 Dec 2011THB
9 – 13 Jan 2012THB
IAL Members** 8,200 (200 €)* 12,300 (300 €)* 15,600 (380 €)*
Non IAL Members 10,200 (250 €)* 14,300 (350 €)* 15,600 (380 €)*
Students*** 4,000 (100 €)* 6,100 (150 €)* 7,400 (180 €)*
Reduced rate**** 4,900 (120 €)* 6,100 (150 €)* 7,400 (180 €)*
Accompanying person 2,400 (60 €)* 3,300 ( 80 €)* 4,000 (100 €)*
Remarks: * EURO currency is shown for the purpose of comparison. (1 EURO: 41 THB) as of 24
November 2010** “Member rate” applies to the registrants who are the current member of The
International Association for Lichenology (IAL) and also has their names appear on the IAL website. Please check your status at http://www.lichenology.org/
*** “Student rate” applies to only the registrants who present a copy of student identification card or a letter of confirmation of student status signed by the Head of Department or supervisor. Please email or fax a copy to the Symposium Secretariat.
**** “Reduced rate” applies to only the registrants who come from low-middle income countries. The Delegates registering at the reduced rate are required to bring their ID or Passport to the symposium to prove their nationality. The eligible nationalities will be found in the IAL7 symposium website at www.IAL7.com or www.ial7.ru.ac.th
Method of Registration:For your concern, we encourage you to make a pre-registration and pay the registration fee via our online registration system in the official website in order to secure your registration details. Please visit the symposium official website for more information (www.IAL7.com or www.ial7.ru.ac.th). However, if you have any difficulty concerning registration, please contact our Symposium secretariat.
Supported by:Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Chaophya Park Hotel, Bangkok
Commuting in Bangkok
Scientific SessionsScientific themes of the IAL 7 cover all fields of lichenology. The program structure consists of keynote symposia, interdisciplinary session and two parallel focus sessions.
I. Plenary Keynote Lectures: 5 days comprehensive keynote lectures by Pranom Chantaranothai, Pier Luigi Nimis, Jolanta Miadlikowska, Jouko Rikkinen and more.
II. Interdisciplinary Sessions: Submission topics are as follow:
1. Exploring the lichen microbiome and its multifaceted interactions
2. Adaptation and morphological evolution 3. New approaches to understanding
biosynthesis and ecological roles of metabolites in lichens
4. Lichenological research in South-East Asia and the Pacific region
5. Global change and lichen biology
III. Focus Sessions (2 in parallel): Submission topics are as follow:
1. Lichen conservation: concepts and action
2. Genomic approaches to studying the lichen symbiosis
3. Graphidaceae: progress in understanding the evolution and diversity of the largest family of tropical crustose lichens
4. P a r m e l i a c e a e : i m p r o v i n g o u r understanding of taxonomy, classification and biogeography
5. Forest l ichens: their ecology and distribution
6. Molecular phylogenetics 7. Evolution and Systematics in the
Teloschistales 8. The ecological roles of lichens in diverse
ecosystems 9. Bioinformatics
Call for Abstract:
Prospective authors of oral and poster presentations are invited to submit abstracts by 16 August 2011. For detail information, please visit IAL7 website at www.IAL7.com or www.ial7.ru.ac.th
ScholarshipThe IAL and The British Lichen Society are both offering travel grants to their members with respect to IAL7. For more information please visit the IAL and/or The BLS websites: http://www.thebls.org.uk/, http://www.lichenology.org/. In addition there will be scholarships available to attend the post-congress Graphidaceae workshop at Ban Pu Resort and Spa. For more information, contact Thorsten Lumbsch ([email protected]).
Post Symposium Excursion: 14 – 18/19 January 2012
Post symposium Excursion is divided into 3 routes. Each excursion takes around 5-7 days and can accommodate only 30 persons. Booking bases on first come first serve. For more information, please visit conference website at www.IAL7.com or www.ial7.ru.ac.th
1) The Northern route - the Himalaya foot hills: 5-day excursion, fly to Chiang Mai Airport on 14th January 2012. The area is famous for its culture and subtropical flora. Natural vegetations are deciduous dipterocarp on lowland and evergreen forests on high mountains. Visit Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden and Doi Inthanon National Park: the highest peak of Thailand (2,565 mASL). Fly back to Bangkok on 19th January. Led by Sureeporn Jariangprasert from Maejo University and Wanaruk Saipunkaew of Chiang Mai University. Hosted by Chiang Mai University, Maejo University and Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden. Cost: 20,000 THB (~490 € ) per person includes some meals, reception dinner, accommodation, transportation, tickets to the national park and air ticket round trip Bangkok-Chiang Mai.
2) The Northeastern route - old Dinosaur area: 5-day excursion, fly to Khon Kaen on 14th January 2012. Visit Maha Sarakham, Kalasin and Mukdahan. The areas are surrounded by Dipterocarp forests. Dinosaurs have been excavated in these areas. Fly back to Bangkok on 18th January. Hosted by Khwanruan Papong of Mahasarakham University. Cost: 16,500 THB (~ 405 € ) per person
3) The Eastern route - sea coast and mangrove forest: 5-day excursion, commute by vans to Trat province in 14th January 2012, stay at Ban Pu Resort and Spa (http://www.banpuresor tandspa.com/en/ ) in the mangrove forest. Pristine mangrove forest, beach forests and tropical fruit plantations are accessible. Come back to Bangkok by vans in 18th January 2012. Led by Pachara Mongkolsuk, Kawinnat Buaruang and Wetchasart Polyiam from Ramkhamhaeng University. Cost: 12,500 (~305 € ) per person includes meals, reception dinner, accommodation, transportation.
In addition to the post excursion, there will be two workshops being organized in Ban Pu Resort and Spa, parallel with this excursion.
AccommodationThe local organization committee has prepared the special rate of the hotels located close to the symposium venue for the delegates. Prices range from 25 - 190 €. For more information, please visit website or contact conference secretariat
Pre & Post Tour & Accompanying Program
Delegates and their spouses will find many ways to enjoy their leisure time before and after the symposium. These include golfing, spa treatment, half and full day tours in Bangkok or tours in countryside. Only registered delegates and their guests will be able to take advantages of our special symposium rates. For more information, please visit website.
Symposium InformationEvent Date: 9 – 13 January 2012Venue: Chaophya Park Hotel & Resorts 247 Rachadapisek Road, Dindaeng, Bangkok, 10400 Tel: +66 2 290 0125 Fax: +66 2 275 8559 e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.chaophyapark.comOfficial Language: EnglishConference Website: www.IAL7.com OR www.ial7.ru.ac.th Symposium Secretariat: Lichen Research Unit PO Box 1109 Faculty of Science Ramkhamhaeng University Bangkok 10240, Thailand. Tel: +66(0) 2229 3335 Fax: +66(0) 2229 3346 E-mail: [email protected] , [email protected]
IAL Council (2008-2012)President: Peter Crittenden, UKVice President: H. Thorsten Lumbsch, USASecretary: Jurga Motiejnaitė, Lithuania Treasurer: Christian Printzen, GermanyAssistant Treasurer: Imke Schmitt, GermanyEditor: Peter Scholz, GermanyWebmaster: Andreas Beck, Germany
Local Organizing CommitteeChair: Kansri Boonpragob Ramkhamhaeng University, BangkokCommittee: Achariya Rangsiruji Srinakarinviroj University, Bangkok Chutima Sriviboon Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok Ek Sangvichien Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok Kajonsak Vongshewarat Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok Kawinnat Buaruang Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok Khwanruan Papong Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham Pachara Mongkolsuk Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok Pawanrat Aksornsingchai Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok Sureeporn Jariangprasert Maejo University, Chiang Mai Wanaruk Saipunkaew Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai Wetchasart Polyiam Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok
Scientific Committee
Achariya Rangsiruji ThailandAndre Aptroot NetherlandsAndreas Beck GermanyCecile Gueidan U.K.Chris Ellis U.K.Christoph Scheidegger SwitzerlandDaniele Armaleo U.S.A.Ester Gaya U.S.A.François Lutzoni U.S.A. Gerhard Rambold GermanyGintaras Kantvilas AustraliaKansri Boonpragob ThailandKhwanruan Papong ThailandKnut Solhaug NorwayLucia Muggia AustriaMartin Grube AustriaMats Wedin SwedenOlga Nadyeina UkrainePeter Crittenden U.K.Pradeep Divakar SpainRobert Lücking U.S.A.Rosemarie Honegger SwitzerlandSarah Jovan U.S.A.Sieglinde Ott GermanySusan Will-Wolf U.S.A.Thorsten Lumbsch U.S.A.Toby Spribille AustriaUlrik Søchting DenmarkWanaruk Saipunkaew Thailand
9-13 January 2012
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