A quick overview: The spin is that Khao Ang Rue Nai (where I conduct my research) is a wildlife sanctuary surrounded by densely populated and well-developed lands. Though this human encroachment has many negative consequences, it may also provide unexpected access to modern technology for the study and conservation of endangered species. For example, an extensive cellular phone network now covers the entire park. The phone coverage allows researchers to track animals using a combination of Global System for Mobile (GSM) cellular phone technology and Global Positioning System (GPS). This technology can be built into a collar and attached to a dhole. The GPS positions (documenting daily movements) are stored in the collar until the animal is within GSM cell phone net coverage and positions can be transferred direct to the scientist’s cell phone!
Feedback from the grant proposal I submitted to Lindbergh Foundation to study dholes:
High Scores. “A good fit between technology and conservation biology…creative…well designed, clear involvement of local peoples, will provide critical information that can directly inform conservation policies for this species and has a well developed plan to disseminate the results in an effective manner.”
My project has scored high enough to make it to the list of finalists the last two years, yet the scoring (subjective, without written feedback) by the final selection committee has not ranked it high either year. I have yet to receive grant money to study dholes. I guess dholes just aren’t sexy. It is clear I need to come up with an even more creative spin on my research to interest funders.
Feedback from the grant proposal I submitted to Lindbergh Foundation to study dholes:
High Scores. “A good fit between technology and conservation biology…creative…well designed, clear involvement of local peoples, will provide critical information that can directly inform conservation policies for this species and has a well developed plan to disseminate the results in an effective manner.”
My project has scored high enough to make it to the list of finalists the last two years, yet the scoring (subjective, without written feedback) by the final selection committee has not ranked it high either year. I have yet to receive grant money to study dholes. I guess dholes just aren’t sexy. It is clear I need to come up with an even more creative spin on my research to interest funders.
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