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

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

What to bring to Ecuador

Critical Items:

  • Passport
  • Vaccination record
  • International student identification card
  • Prescription drugs
  • Plane ticket

Clothing:

  • one or two sweaters (Quito and other cities in the Andes get quite cool at night (45 F)
  • one or two sets of “dressy” clothing for visits to hospitals and other institutions
  • Clothing for long hikes and vehicular travel (long sleeve shirts recommended for jungle walks; fast dry trousers & shirts recommended)
  • T-shirts
  • Hat (a good hat is a must!)
  • Rain gear (light poncho)
  • Rubber boots/hiking boots (comfortable)
  • bathing suit, sandals

 

Other:

  • Two flashlights plus extra batteries and bulbs
  • Personal first aid kit (antifungal powder, Neosporin, Band-Aids, Kaopectate or Peptobismol, prescription medicines (copies of critical prescriptions with generic composition)
  • Bednet -Twin size  (Required - Small mesh recommended; half size or head only are NOT recommended; shop for economical models ($20 - 30)
  • Camera & supply of film (or extra memory) and extra batteries and/or charger
  • Insect repellent (~20% DEET recommended; 100% DEET is NOT recommended)
  • Pocket knife (in checked luggage)
  • Small notebook to keep as journal
  • Ziploc bags (mix of sizes, e.g. large one to keep journal in)
  • Small backpack, Small duffle
  • Suitcase larger than needed (Please limit luggage to one piece so we can transport small equipment and supply items and so you will have space to bring back souvenirs)
  • Ecuador guidebook
  • Spanish language guide (calculator-type useful too)
  • Sun block (High PF recommended)
  • Hand sanitizer gel
  • Large garbage bags
  • Rope/string/duck tape
  • An emergency pair of glasses/contacts and a copy of your eye prescription
  • Drivers License
  • Money belt and/or concealed money/passport bag
  • MONEY for personal use- bring mostly low denomination bills ($1 to $20) in good condition (no tears, not too wrinkled, no writing on them)

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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