ConGen2025 Course Cheetah Conservation Fund Research Center, Otjiwarongo, NAMIBIA January 5 to 15th, 2025 We are excited to announce a new offering from ConGenGLOBAL: the "2025 Recent Advances in Conservation Genetics" course, to be held at the Cheetah Conservation Fund Research Center in Otjiwarongo, NAMIBIA, from January 5 to 15th, 2025. This immersive course will accommodate 25-30 students, prioritizing participants from African nations, and will feature 15-20 distinguished faculty members from across the globe. It aims to delve into the latest methodologies, interpretations, and practical applications of genetic and genomic analyses in the conservation of endangered species. Our faculty will impart their knowledge on cutting-edge technologies, research methodologies, and the practical application of population-based studies in conservation efforts. The application process is complimentary, with no registration fee required upfront. Upon acceptance by our selection committee, candidates may qualify for various sponsored scholarships that cover tuition, living expenses, or both. For optimal consideration, please submit your applications by June 6th. Complete the application form here to be considered for participation: ConGen2025 Application Form (https://conservationgenetics.org/congen2025/congen2025-application/). Application to ConGen2025 is competitive. The committee will review submissions and notify successful applicants via mail. Early applications, submitted by June 6th, 2024, incur no fee. Early applicants will have until September 15th, 2024, to secure their spot with a registration deposit or risk losing their place to the next candidate on the waiting list. Applications received post-June 6th will incur a late fee of US$250. The comprehensive registration fee of $2,500 includes tuition, accommodation, meals, and course-related transportation. Participants are responsible for their travel arrangements to Namibia. Thanks to our sponsors, ConGen2025 will have several scholarships available to cover registration and/or tuition for the participants in need of financial support. These will be offered to the successful candidates after they are chosen by the committee based on merit. You must first submit your regular application to be eligible for these funds. To receive full consideration for the scholarships, the applications must be submitted before June 6th, 2024. Successful early applicants will be informed of the committee's decision by July 1, 2024. Those accepted post-early submission must confirm their participation by July 15, 2024, and secure their spot with a US$1,250 deposit by September 15, 2024. Accommodations will be provided at the CCF Educational Lightfoot Camp, near Otjiwarongo, NAMIBIA, offering an authentic African experience. The camp features basic but comfortable huts with essential amenities. Shared facilities include wash stations with open-air showers and a communal kitchenette. A picnic and fire area is available for relaxation and socializing. Additional accommodations may include dormitories or rondavels. The course is organized by esteemed professionals, including local hosts Dr. Laurie Marker and Dr. Anne Schmidt-Küntzel of the Cheetah Conservation Fund, Namibia, and members of the ConGenOrganization Committee from various prestigious institutions worldwide. The ConGenOrganization Committee are Stephen J. O'Brien (NOVA Southeastern University, FL, USA, chair), Taras K Oleksyk (Oakland University, MI, USA), Emma Teeling, (University College Dublin, Ireland), Eduardo Eizirik (PUCRS, Brazil), Laurie Marker (CEO Cheetah Conservation Fund, Namibia), Cindy Harper (University of Pretoria Veterinary College, South Africa), Laurie Goodman (Executive Editor, GigaScience), Klaus-Peter Koepfli (Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation, George Mason University, USA) The ConGenGlobal-2025 course, now in its 29th year, continues to evolve, highlighting the latest advancements in conservation genetics and genomics. The curriculum includes plenary lectures, hands-on tutorials, and practical applications, addressing a wide range of topics from study design to the integration of AI in conservation genomic data analysis. For more information and examples of past course schedules, please visit our website:www.conservationgenetics.org/congen2025 Taras K. Oleksyk, Ph.D. Associate Professor Department of Biological Sciences Oakland University Dodge Hall, Rm. #367 118 Library Dr Rochester, MI 48309-4479 office: +1 (248) 370-3359 fax: (248) 370-4225 oleksyk@oakland.edu https://oakland.edu/biology/directory/oleksyk Taras Oleksyk (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)