Visitor Information
To assist participants in planning their trips to the First DIVERSITAS Open Science Conference, DIVERSITAS offers the following generic information and links to additional online resources. We strongly encourage you to contact the proper authorities (e.g. Mexican Embassy or Consulate in your home country; the Mexican Tourism Board) for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
• Mexican Travel Documents (Visas and Tourist Cards)
• Transportation (To/Around Oaxaca)
• Conference facilities
• Accommodations
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Tourism Resources
To help you make the most of your trip to the First DIVERSITAS Open Science Conference, DIVERSITAS offers a limited selection of tourist information and tourism resources.
• Tourist attractions
• Helpful websites
• Recommended books
• Restaurants
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Contact Us
For general enquiries about DIVERSITAS: OSC1, please contact the DIVERSITAS Secretariat.
DIVERSITAS
51, bd Montmorency
75016 Paris – France
Tel: + 33 1 45 25 95 25
Fax: + 33 1 42 88 94 31
E-mail: info@diversitas-osc1.org
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Press Room
Not just for journalists…
The DIVERSITAS: OSC1 Press Room will develop as a multi-purpose resource centre for the latest information related to the Conference: announcements, press releases, speaker biographies, etc.
For all information on DIVERSITAS, please visit the DIVERSITAS website or contact the DIVERSITAS secretariat.
Second Announcement
Download this PDF file for a quick reference to all the pertinent Conference information (abstract submission deadlines, registration fees, symposia themes, plenary speakers, field trips, etc.).
Conference Presentation
Download this power point document presenting the First DIVERSITAS Open Science Conference and learn more about the goals and themes of this scientific conference. The presentation also gives an overview over the conference venue, additional side events and the social programme.
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Sponsors/Exhibitors
Show your support for DIVERSITAS: OSC1!
DIVERSITAS is actively seeking to collaborate with organisations, foundations and individuals who share our commitment to developing an integrated science that promotes conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity.
For more information on how you can raise your profile through this event, please review the opportunities outlined in the Sponsorship Programme or contact us directly to present alternative ideas: info@diversitas-osc1.org.
All Conference Sponsors/Exhibitors will be recognised on this site and
in a variety of DIVERSITAS: OSC1 communications materials.
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Registration/Participation
As is evident from the Confirmed Plenary Speakers and the themes identified for the Parallel Sessions, the First DIVERSITAS Open Science Conference promises to be an outstanding opportunity to probe biodiversity issues from the global perspective.
Due to the size of the facilities at the Hotel Mision de Los Angeles, participation will be limited to approximately 500 people.
DIVERSITAS is currently developing an online system to manage conference registration and hotel reservations. Please revisit this area of the DIVERSITAS: OSC1 website in March 2005.
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Sponsorship Programme
With more than 500 participants from around the world, DIVERSITAS: OSC1 is a unique opportunity for organisations and individuals to demonstrate a strong commitment to conserving and sustaining the Earth’s natural resources.
All Sponsors will receive recognition in pre-Conference publications and communication materials, as well as at the event itself.
(Note: All prices are in US$.)
› Core Support
Funds donated in this area defray the substantial costs of the Conference including facilities rental, travel for invited speakers, communication activities, and logistical expenses.
› Symposium Sponsor
Institutions or organisations may wish to underwrite the costs of a symposium on a specific topic.
› Travel Grants
Encouraging participation of young scientists and scientists from developing nations is a priority for DIVERSITAS.
› Wish List Support
Attention to small details helps increase participants overall enjoyment of a Conference. It also provides an excellent opportunity for Sponsor exposure.
To find out more about Sponsorship opportunities for DIVERSITAS OSC1, please contact: info@diversitas-osc1.org.
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The Science Programme
Building from the base of DIVERSITAS Core Projects and Cross-cutting Networks, DIVERSITAS: OSC1 comprises a range of events that highlight how an integrative approach to biodiversity more effectively spans the hierarchy of biological organisms and circles the globe.
› Schedule of Events
The full DIVERSITAS: OSC1 calendar at a glance
› Sessions
Plenary, Parallel and Poster Sessions will highlight more than 400 recent/ongoing research projects in biodiversity science.
› Abstracts
Link directly to the on-line Abstract Submission Form. In the future, this link will provide access to a comprehensive list of Accepted Abstracts.
› Round Table
DIVERSITAS’ International Advisory Committee will close the Conference
with a discussion of the current state of knowledge and future directions
for biodiversity science.
› National Committees
A full-day meeting in advance of the official opening of DIVERSITAS: OSC1 gives invited Delegates an opportunity to discuss their own initiatives and have input into future directions for the Programme.
› Ecological Field Trips
Full-day excursions to explore eco-regions of south-western Mexico:
Pacific Coast, desert, or cloud forest.
› Special Events
Various social events, including a Welcome Cocktail and a Conference Dinner, give Participants a chance to network and unwind.
› OSC1 Committees
A full roster of people who have contributed to organising DIVERSITAS: OSC1.
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First DIVERSITAS
DIVERSITAS: OSC1
Integrating biodiversity science
for human well-being
DIVERSITAS: OSC1 offers a unique opportunity to explore recent advances and probe pressing issues across the breadth of biodiversity science.
Plenary, parallel and poster sessions
will be complemented by a Round
Table on future trends and field trips
that highlight biodiversity in the
Oaxaca region.
Abstract Submission now online.
Online Registration available in March 2005.
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Guidelines
DIVERSITAS-OSC1
Integrating biodiversity science for human well-being
Abstract Submission Guidelines
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
Wednesday, 31 March 2005
Abstracts can be submitted only online via the DIVERSITAS: OSC1 website: www.diversitas-osc1.org. Following the submission deadline (31 March 2005) each abstract will be reviewed according to the following criteria:
1. Overall scientific quality
2. Relevance to the DIVERSITAS Science Plan
3. Demonstration of innovative approaches in biodiversity science
Authors will be notified by e-mail regarding the outcome of the abstract review in early June 2005.
Preparing your abstract submission…
1. Submit only one abstract. Your name may appear as Lead Author on only one abstract submission. However, you may be listed as a secondary author on additional abstracts.
2. Type of submission. Indicate whether you feel your material is best suited to an Oral or Poster presentation (Note: Upon review, the DIVERSITAS: OSC1 Scientific Committee will make a final decision.)
3. Title. The title of your abstract should give a clear indication of the subject area of your research.
4. Keywords. Indicate five (5) key words from your abstract. These will be used to help determine which reviewer will receive your abstract, as well as to facilitate subject searching of accepted abstracts on the DIVERSITAS OSC1 website.
5. Abstract text. Before entering information on the online abstract submission form, we suggest that you prepare the abstract text in a word processing software (e.g. MS Word). Save a copy of the file with the abstract text only (no title or authors). This file can be used to ‘cut and paste’ your abstract text into the appropriate field of the online submission form. Special characters (numbers, symbols, etc) are widely supported.
Abstract format. Review the following guidelines carefully; abstracts that do not conform to these criteria will not be reviewed.
- The abstract text must not exceed 2000 characters (~300 words), including spaces. (Separate fields are provided for titles and authors; these elements are not considered within the total length of the abstract.)
- The following Headings should be used to support a structured abstract layout:
i. Background and Goal of Study. The problem being addressed, and if relevant, the hypothesis to be tested.
ii. Materials and Methods. Avoid abbreviations if possible; do not invent new abbreviations: if you must use abbreviations, try to use explicit ones.
iii. Results and Discussion. Use SI units for all measurements.
iv. Conclusion(s)..
- No tables, no graphics allowed.
- No literature cited. Abstracts will not be edited prior to review. Abstracts will be reviewed according to the criteria identified in the introductory paragraph of this document. However, the quality of the written text will also be considered as an indication of the Lead Author’s suitability for oral/poster presentation at the Conference. It may be advisable to obtain language assistance before submitting your abstract. Accepted abstracts will be edited for spelling and grammar prior to being used in Conference communication materials (e.g. website, conference programme, abstract book, etc.).
6. Select a topic. Review the Conference Topics and select the topic(s) which most closely relate(s) to the field of research covered in your abstract. This information will also be used to determine which reviewer will receive your abstract and to schedule accepted abstracts into thematic symposia. (Note: The DIVERSITAS: OSC1 Scientific Committee may choose to place an accepted abstract within an alternate session or symposium.)
7. Abstract author(s): The online submission form requires full contact information for the Lead Author. To identify Other Authors, simply click on the appropriate button (note: no more than four (4) additional authors can be included.) Once all authors have been added, select ‘Continue with Submission’ to proceed with final steps.
8. The review process. Each abstract will be judged by two reviewers. The Scientific Committee will then choose from among recommended abstracts to develop a science programme that represents a broad cross-section of disciplines and geographical regions. Authors will be notified of the acceptance or rejection of their abstract by early June 2005.
9. Young Scientist Award. Young scientists (35 years of age or younger as of November 2005) are encouraged to identify themselves as being eligible for the DIVERSITAS: OSC1 Young Scientist Award.
10. If your abstract is accepted. Once an abstract is accepted, the author commits him/herself to present this work at the DIVERSITAS: OSC1. As Conference attendance is limited to ~500 participants, DIVERSITAS will tentatively reserve a spot for the Lead Author of each accepted abstract (no spaces will be reserved for Other Authors). Lead Authors must register before 15 August 2005 to confirm their presentation.
11. Travel Grants. DIVERSITAS is actively seeking funding for travel grants to support the participation of young scientists and scientists from developing countries. More information will be provided to eligible Lead Authors upon acceptance of their abstracts.
12. More information. DIVERSITAS will provide more detailed instructions regarding actual Oral and Poster presentations to authors of accepted abstracts at a later date. If you have any additional questions concerning the Abstract Submission Form or the above Guidelines, please contact DIVERSITAS directly:
info@diversitas-osc1.org
Tel: 33-1-4525 9525 / Fax: 33-1-4288 9431
DIVERSITAS, 51 bd de Montmorency, 75016 Paris, France
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