EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

The NRF and SANCOR have recognized a decline in the breadth and relevance of proposals and projects related to marine pollution research in South Africa. In order to stimulate discussion aimed at re-focusing new and ongoing research in this field this workshop is designed to include all stakeholders that target or benefit from NRF-funded marine pollution research, especially within SANCOR's SEAChange Programme (Society, Ecosystems and Change research in the marine and coastal environment).

The main aims of workshop are to:

 

• Obtain an overview of the issues at hand
• Brainstorm possible research questions, research problems etc.
• Provide some framework for ongoing research co-ordination

 

The outcomes of this workshop will serve to inform the 2011 SEAChange call for funding in order to help broaden and strengthen new proposals.

Date: 8 April 2010, 09h00 – 16h30
Venue: Kirstenbosch (Centre for Biodiversity Conservation Conference room), Cape Town
Target groups: NGOs, Municipalities, scientific community, Port authorities etc.

Limited funding is available to assist with travelling and accommodation. Applicants who require sponsorship will need to provide the organizers with a motivational paragraph justifying their attendance. Space for participants is also limited, so please complete and submit the form below to indicate your interest in attending as early as possible.

Please complete the form and return to:
Ms Jocelyn Collins by 26 February 2010
Email: jcollins@uwc.ac.za Tel.: 021 959 2566 Fax.: 021 959 1213