THE SECOND REGIONAL NEMATOLOGY TRAINING COURSE 

Dates: 16 July – 5 August 2007

The Nematology Initiative for Eastern and Southern Africa in collaboration with the Gatsby Charitable Foundation is offering a three week intensive course in identification, biology and management of plant-parasitic nematodes of agricultural significance in the region. Practical sessions in the laboratory and field trips will complement lectures.

 The course is intended for tertiary level students of plant-parasitic nematodes, and professionals such as research and extension officers, advanced technical staff, commercial advisors, and providers of diagnostic services.

Minimum academic preparation for acceptance is a B.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in biological or agricultural sciences. Applicants with secondary school level of education coupled with extensive experience in the field of crop protection may be considered.

Interested applicants are requested to complete the attached application form and return it, preferably via e mail, by 30 April 2007 to: Dr. Zibusiso Sibanda msibanda@ecoweb.co.zw

The course is limited to 30 participants and applications will be accepted on a first come first served basis.                                                                                                                                                                    

VENUE:

Kenya Forestry Research Institute Training Centre (KEFRI) Nairobi, Kenya                                                                                                                                        

COSTS:             

Accomodation & Food: Single and double rooms are available with options of bed and breakfast, half board or full board. Costs range from US$20 to US$35 per day.  For more details about accommodation, contact Dr J Kimenju wkimenju@yahoo.com

TRAVEL:  Travel costs will vary and may be obtained from local travel agencies. Costs of lectures, teaching materials, hire fees and local travel shall be covered by the sponsors. Participants shall be expected to pay for their travel, accommodation and subsistence. For more information about NIESA, visit our website on www.africannematology.info

 Email enquiries to msibanda@ecoweb.co.zw or to wkimenju@yahoo.com 

NIESA is supported by the Gatsby Charitable Foundation of the UK 

APPLICATION TO ATTEND THE GATSBY REGIONAL NEMATOLOGY TRAINING COURSE

 Copy and paste this form in your email and send it to the organizers

Please complete the application form and return via email to msibanda@ecoweb.co.zw before 30 April 2007. Places are limited and early applications shall be given preference.

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

Family name

First name

Sex      Male                Female

Nationality

Religion

Date of birth (dd/mm/yy)

2. CONTACT DETAILS

Organisation/Institute

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Telephone numbers: Land                                 Mobile

(country code, area code, number)

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3. EDUCATION

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4. COURSES/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED

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5. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

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6. MOTIVATION AND FUTURE PLANS

Describe your motivation for attending this course by addressing the following questions:

• What knowledge or skills do you hope to acquire by attending this course?

• How will this new knowledge assist you in your current position ?

• Will you be in a position to transfer this knowledge to colleagues working in similar fields in your country ?

7. FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Who shall be responsible for paying for your attendance to this course?

8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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