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Writers are invited to submit research papers, general papers on topics of interest, and “how to” articles related to themes of the 2013 Texas Native Plants Symposium.
The annual fall symposium will be held in Corpus Christi on October 17-20. The announced theme is “South Texas – Beach to Brush Country” and participants will explore the diverse ecoregions of South Texas, which geographically serves as the intersection point for the Brush Country, Coastal Plains and Marshes, and Gulf Beaches and includes unique habitats such as the Texas Sand Sheet.
Attendees will get an overview of the ecoregions and their evolution during historical times while also gaining an understanding of the effects of current stresses such as climate change, urban sprawl, invasive plants, and general habitat destruction. Ongoing efforts at habitat preservation and restoration will be examined along with some encouraging success stories. Because South Texas habitats continue to suffer under exceptional drought conditions, the symposium will feature a review of water issues in the region. Additional presentations will feature popular topics such as sustainability, native plant gardening, habitat conservation, restoration projects, education and other native plant-related topics.
Papers should be accessible to a diverse audience including academics, professionals, conservationists, educators and gardeners who are interested in the “research, conservation and utilization of native plants and plant habitats of Texas.”
Notification of your intent to submit a paper should be emailed to symposium@npsot.org no later than June 24. UPDATE: Deadline extended to July 1. Please include the following information: paper’s title, a brief description (150 words or less), author’s name, brief biography and contact information.
Our Education Committee will review all proposals and notify authors by July 15 of their status along with instructions for submission of the completed paper. Papers accepted for inclusion in the symposium proceedings will be due no later than August 15. Selected papers may also be chosen for oral presentation at the Saturday afternoon break-out sessions on October 19.
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