Ohio University

 

2nd Ecology and Biodiversity field Workshop in Ecuador
2009
The theme of this year's workshop is:

“The
Natural History and Medical Significance of Insects”

Dr. William Romoser

Program Director
 

July 12 to 25, 2009
- 5 or 6 credit hours -

(approximate dates, subject to change and cancellation)

Non-credit option available

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  TDI Home page
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  Research Initiatives
  Education Abroad Programs
  Ecuador: Center for Infectious Disease Research
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  Sponsors and Supporters
  Biomedical Sciences Department
  College of Osteopathic Medicine

Vaccinations and Travel Health Information

CDC recommendations for travel to Ecuador will be followed.

  • Participants are required to take anti-malarial prophylaxis medication as directed by a physician
  • Bacterial Meningitis
  • Yellow Fever (Proof of vaccination required to enter the Amazon Region)
  • Hepatitis A
  • Typhoid
  • Participants are required to have health insurance that would cover any medical expenses in Ecuador.

Bednets, insect repellent (20% DEET recommended) will be used in tropical areas and should be purchased by participants prior to the workshop.

If you have any medical condition that would prevent you to conduct physical exercise (moderate hiking) in a hot and humid environment please contact Dr. Romoser to determine your eligibility.

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Useful information

Funding Sources for Students
Listing of internal and external funding sources for participation in TDI sponsored programs.

What to bring
A list of suggested supplies, clothing and other items.

Travelers Health Information
Vaccinations required, anti-malaria prophylaxis, etc.

Logistics and Safety
TDI programs have an excellent safety record. See details about the logistical arrangements, email access, etc.

Course requirements
Course numbers, term papers, web journals, etc.

Web Journals from Previous years
Get a flavor of previous workshops in Ecuador. Read the Web Journals from Previous TDI Sponsored workshops. Contact past participants.

Photo Galleries
A picture is worth a thousand words. See a selection of pictures submitted by past participants.

Other resources

Ecuador Links
Information about Ecuador: News and Media, Tourism, Cities, Culture, etc.

Infectious Disease Links
Information about protozoan, bacterial, Viral diseases and relevant organizations

 

   

For more information contact Dr. Grijalva at grijalva@ohiou.edu
Ohio University
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Irvine Hall, Athens, Ohio 45701
740-593-2530 740-597-2778 fax

Last updated: 02/13/2012