Biodiversity

Things related to the web of life; ecology; wildlife; endangered species

Scientist Says USDA Used Press Office To Silence Him

Scientist Jonathan Lundgren (left), who has been researching the effects of neonicotinoid pesticides on Monarch butterflies, filed a whistleblower complaint and lost. And, Lundgren claimed his supervisors at the USDA's Agricultural Research Service told him not to talk to news media and punished him when he did.

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Environmental Politics

Science

Wildlife

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April 15, 2016

DEADLINE: Travel Fellowships for North American Congress for Conservation Biology

COMPASS is supporting travel fellowships for journalists to attend the Third Biennial North American Congress for Conservation Biology, July 17-20, 2016. Theme is Communicating Science for Conservation Action. Apply by Apr 15.

Workshops and Fellowships

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Biodiversity

Journalism & Media

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Great Lakes (IL IN MI MN OH WI)

February 22, 2016

UNESCO Green Citizens Pathfinders for Change Photography Exhibit Opening

This unique traveling photography exhibit puts the spotlight on eight projects from around the globe recognized for achievement in practicing sustainability and educational programs focused on sustainable development. Members of the press are invited for a private tour and reception at the UN in NYC. RVSP by Feb 12.

News Events & Press Conferences

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Biodiversity

Planning & Growth

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Northeast (CT MA ME NH NJ NY RI VT)

"Food Industry Looks To Congress As GMO Labeling Law Nears"

"The food industry is pressuring Congress to act before the state of Vermont requires food labels for genetically modified ingredients."

Agriculture

Biodiversity

Environmental Health

Environmental Politics

Source: AP, 02/05/2016

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"Scientists Get 'Gene Editing' Go-Ahead"

"UK scientists have been given the go-ahead by the fertility regulator to genetically modify human embryos."

Source: BBC News, 02/02/2016

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March 10, 2017

DEADLINE: UNITY Journalists for Diversity Fellowship

UNITY Journalists for Diversity is sponsoring a student reporting fellowship for 2017. A college student dedicated to both journalism and diversity will have the opportunity to attend four different minority media conventions in four cities. Apply by Mar 10.

Workshops and Fellowships

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Biodiversity

Journalism & Media

"North Shore: A Natural History of Minnesota’s Superior Coast"

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Great Lakes (IL IN MI MN OH WI)

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August 3, 2016 to August 7, 2016

NABJ/NAHJ Joint Convention and Career Fair

The two largest minority journalist organizations in the United States are joining forces to offer unequalled opportunities for face-to-face networking and professional development at a joint annual convention in Washington, DC.

Professional Meetings

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Biodiversity

Journalism & Media

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Mid-Atlantic (DC DE MD PA VA WV)

"Gene Drives Offer New Hope Against Diseases and Crop Pests"

"Biologists in the United States and Europe are developing a revolutionary genetic technique that promises to provide an unprecedented degree of control over insect-borne diseases and crop pests."

Source: NY Times, 12/22/2015