Monday, August 2, 2021<\/strong> This year\u2019s Diversity Roundtable (aka Diversity Luncheon) will feature our ESA program leaders who will share their perspectives on \u201cCollaborations across ESA programs to advance science, education and diversity\u201d. In line with the ESA meeting theme of Vital Connections in Ecology, the need for collaboration across disciplinary ideas, communities and spaces have never been more critical. ESA has a vibrant suite of programs including our meetings, publications and a wide range of activities designed by sections and chapters and grant-funded activities such as SEEDS. Our complex and changing world calls for novel approaches in research, engagement and leadership. How can we advance science, education and diversity through a collaborative model starting with our own programs, chapters and sections? How can we ensure that the next generation of ecologists remain supported throughout their careers in all sectors?<\/p>\n Guest speakers include: <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Monday, August 2, 2021 Ecologists who work as consultants or scientists in private industry have unique professionals needs and experiences, to say nothing of pathways to success. This discussion will feature ecologists in several different industries whose experiences can provide guidance to anybody thinking of work in the private sector. Come to connect with colleagues, ask questions and share your own experiences!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tuesday, August 3, 2021 In this roundtable, we will invite three speakers to compare and contrast statistical models, machine learning methods, and artificial intelligence (AI) approaches. Each speaker will be an expert on one of these approaches and will provide a 10 min presentation. Then, we will open the forum for discussions. Speakers will be asked to address the following questions in their presentations:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tuesday, August 3, 2021<\/strong> Many ecologists, especially early in their careers, face the dual pressures of work and home. Succeeding as a partner, parent or caregiver and as a professional at the same time can feel like a daunting task. Join this conversation with some folks who have or are currently navigating that space themselves, connect with peers, and get and give good advice!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Tuesday, August 3, 2021<\/strong> Join the TEK section for film\/video viewing followed by informal conversation.<\/p>\n Tuesday, August 3, 2021<\/strong> Planetary Health refers to the status of human health and society, of biodiversity, and of earth systems, interacting with each other. This panel brings together panelists from diverse perspectives to discuss new opportunities in Planetary Health, including what is Planetary Health; how can we best protect the health of the earth in the face of accelerating climate change, biodiversity loss, air pollution, and other challenges; how we can take action that simultaneously addresses the wellbeing of humans and the environment. Panelists will also talk about activities and challenges related to Planetary Health with an emphasis on but not limited to Asia, Australia, Africa, and Latin American regions.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Are you an instructor or researcher or staff member at an academic institution who\u2019s not on the tenure track? Interested in education but maybe not in everything required for tenure? Get to know professionals who share this experience, talk about the unique pluses and minuses, and pick up some strategies for success.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Wednesday, August 4, 2021 The evidence is clear. Although most journals in ecology and evolution now require some form of data archiving, it is rarely checked. The result is that quality and usability of the data are highly variable and often, we are not meeting our aims in terms of reproducibility or reuse. With no minimum standards, it is also more difficult to ensure that authors are given the appropriate credit for archiving data. Join our panel of researchers, editors, funders and data repositories to consider how the research community would be affected by being asked to meet minimum standards of supporting data when publishing their research. This session is organized by the British Ecological Society and the Ecological Society of America in collaboration with Wiley.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Wednesday, August 4, 2021 English has become the implicit official language of science globally. While using a common language has allowed for greater communication across different regions, it has also limited access to information and created additional challenges for non-native speakers. This, in turn, has generated a bias toward research involving information that is only available in English, as well as prevented information not in English from getting disseminated to the broader community. This panel will include native English speakers who have worked in non-English-speaking countries, as well as scientists who are native speakers of languages other than English and have worked or are currently working in English-speaking regions. Some of the panelists are actively pursuing how to build a more inclusive scientific community by highlighting the importance of including research conducted in other languages and the consequences of only including research published in English. In this panel, we will discuss different challenges and possible solutions for this language bias in an effort to promote and highlight ways to make the field of ecology more inclusive.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thursday, August 5, 2021 Join Pamela Templer (Boston University, outgoing VP of Education and Human Resources) and Carmen Cid (Eastern Connecticut State University, incoming VP of Education and Human Resources) along with members of the Committee on Diversity and Education for an informal chat and networking session. We will talk about existing programs and recent changes, your ideas for priorities in education and diversity and ways to get involved.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thursday, August 5, 2021 Scientists from numerous disciplines can act as expert witnesses in climate-related cases. While this can be an exciting opportunity to participate in the legal process, the prospect of doing so can be intimidating. And there\u2019s a great deal for scientists to know as the need for their participation in climate litigation expands. This roundtable discussion, led by an attorney from the Climate Science Legal Defense Fund and based on our organization\u2019s ten years of experience working at the intersection of science and the law, will focus on trends related to the use of science in the growing climate litigation arena. We will address how science has affected the decisions and outcomes in specific cases and how that has changed over time. We will also cover what this means for scientists who wish to participate in climate cases, what scientists should expect when acting as an expert witness, and advice for working with attorneys.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Collaborations Across ESA Programs to Advance Science, Education and Diversity Monday, August 2, 2021 12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST Moderator: Pamela Templer, Boston University This year\u2019s Diversity Roundtable (aka Diversity Luncheon) will feature our ESA program leaders who will share their perspectives on \u201cCollaborations across ESA programs to advance science, education and … <\/p>\n
\n12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Pamela Templer, Boston University<\/h4>\n
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Career Success in the Private Sector<\/h2>\n
\n12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Timothy Nuttle, Oikos Ecology LLC<\/h4>\n
Paradigm shifts: A Discussion on Statistical Models vs Machine Learning vs AI (Statistical Ecology Section)<\/h2>\n
\n12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerators: Denis Valle, University of Florida and Joshua Cullen, University of Florida<\/h4>\n
Statistical Models Panelist: Krishna Pacifici, NC State and Guillaume Blanchet, Universite de Sherbrooke Machine Learning\/AI Panelist: Dan Morris, Microsoft\u00ae and Jake Zwart, USGS<\/h4>\n
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Building an Ecology Career and a Family<\/h2>\n
\n12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Cari Ficken, University at Buffalo<\/h4>\n
TEK for A More Inclusive Ecology<\/h2>\n
\n2:30 \u2013 3:30 PM PST\/5:30 -6:30 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Robert Newman, University at North Dakota<\/h4>\n
Planetary Health: Emerging Opportunity in the Intersections of Human Health and Earth’s Natural Systems<\/h2>\n
\n3:30 \u2013 4:30 PM PST\/6:30-7:30 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Lin Meng, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory<\/h4>\n
Panelists: Chiho Watanabe, Nagasaki University, Robert Dyball, Australian National University, Tony Capon, Monash University, and Saleemul Huq, Independent University Bangladesh<\/h4>\n
The Non-tenure Track Faculty Experience<\/h2>\n
\n12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Bethann Merkle, University of Wyoming<\/h4>\n
What effect would minimum standards on data have on the publishing landscape?<\/h2>\n
\n12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Shelley Stall<\/h4>\n
Language Bias as a Barrier in Ecological Sciences: Challenges and Solutions Toward A Truly Inclusive Community<\/h2>\n
\n3:30 \u2013 4:30 PM PST\/6:30-7:30 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Josue Arteaga-Torres, University of Alberta<\/h4>\n
Panelist: Dr. Tatsuya Amano, The University of Queensland, Dr. Julien Martin, Ottawa University, Dr. Kimberley J. Mathot, University of Alberta, Dr. Mart\u00edn A. N\u00fa\u00f1ez, CONICET\/University of Houston and MSc. Valeria Ram\u00edrez Casta\u00f1eda, PhD candidate, Berkeley University<\/h4>\n
Meet ESA Leaders in Education and Diversity Programs<\/h2>\n
\n12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerators: Pamela Templer, Boston University and Carmen Cid, Eastern Connecticut State University<\/h4>\n
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Climate Science in the Courtroom: Being an Expert Witness<\/h2>\n
\n<\/strong>12:00 \u2013 1:00 PM PST\/3:00 -4:00 PM EST<\/strong><\/p>\nModerator: Augusta Wilson, Climate Science Legal Defense Fund<\/h4>\n