4th Appalachian Karst Symposium
Schedule
Thu Nov 07 2024 at 08:00 am to Sun Nov 10 2024 at 04:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine | Lewisburg, WV
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The Appalachian region is a significant area of karst geology and is well investigated by both cavers and scientists. This meeting would be an opportunity for interaction between academics, students, cavers, conservation groups, and state/local agencies to review the new scientific knowledge and discuss issues in the region.Specific aims for the meeting:
- Present and discuss new research in the region
- Encourage interaction between different disciplines – biology, exploration, geology, hydrology, paleontology, archaeology, etc.
- Identify ongoing and coming issues for the region
- Provide networking opportunities for people interested in Appalachian karst issues
Conference Timeline:
September 1, 2024 – Abstract submission deadline
September 15, 2024 – Authors notified of abstract status
October 8, 2024 – Registration deadline (has been extended to October 8 to accommodate federal employees)
November 7-10, 2024 – 4th Appalachian Karst Symposium
Meeting Outcome
Participants in the meeting will be invited to contribute to a special issue of a peer-reviewed journal.
Organizing Committee Co-Chairs
Wil Orndorff (VA DCR Natural Heritage Program) & Dorothy Vesper (West Virginia University)
For more information, please contact [email protected]
Sponsors
The conference is co-sponsored by Karst Waters Institute and the West Virginia Cave Conservancy.
IF ATTENDING SYMPOSIUM, WVCC BANQUET IS INCLUDED
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Where is it happening?
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
