EUROFLEETS+ Floating University – “Meeting societal needs for impartial evidence on the state and sustainable use of the ocean biological resources: the case of the Nephrops norvegicus (Norway lobster) ”
Onboard the R/V Mário Ruivo
Off Portugal coast (Southwest and South) 8thJune – 3rd July2022
The EurofleetsPlus “Floating University”
Eurofleets+ is a unique consortium of research vessels, equipment and scientists supported by 42 marine institutes, universities, foundations and SMEs from 24 countries around the North Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. A key objective of Eurofleets+ is the delivery of five Floating Universities for early stage researchers of marine related sciences. Floating Universities will address a range of themes and topics and focus on the applications and operation of research vessel data acquisition and sampling systems and equipment.
General course objectives
The general objective of the course is to provide theoretical background and practical experience in the scientific understanding of marine ecosystems and the services they provide, and to use this knowledge to generate state-of-the-art advice for meeting conservation, management, and sustainability goals using as a case study the Nephrops norvegicus (Norway lobster).
Students will be familiarized with measurements and sampling protocols. Training will be conducted during the Crustaceans survey taking place along the Southwest and South coasts of Portugal, on board of R/V Mário Ruivo which is operated by Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere, Lisboa, Portugal.
Application
A total of 4 positions are available for European post-graduate students (students of all nationalities enrolled at European universities) and the selection will be based on the information provided in the application form.
Online application form available to access at
https://www.eurofleets.eu/applications/
Applications must be received by April 29th, 2022 (you need to register on the website!)
Successful applicants will be notified by May 10th, 2022
At the end of the course a certificate of completion will be delivered to all participants. This will include module descriptor of the course.
Costs and travel grants
The course is funded by EU H2020 project Eurofleets+
The course is free of charge, but participants need to pay for their own travel expenses to Lisbon (Portugal) and return to their home destination. The accommodation and meals will be onboard provided by course organizers.
Find more information at https://www.eurofleets.eu/2022/04/04/floating-university-r-v-mario-ruivo-open-call-for-applications/