In addition to the conference reports listed above, earlier prior conference reports are identified at the "Programs" link OR may be found at the "Table of Contents" link above (conference reports are highlighted in blue), and may be ordered using the following link (Click Here to Order Single Issues of Renewable Resources Journal).

Requests to photocopy articles for distribution to students and for other academic uses should be directed to the Editor, Renewable Resources Journal, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814, or by email: info@rnrf.org.

Environmental Impacts of Emerging Contaminants RNRF's "Congress on Assessing and Mitigating Environmental Impacts of Emerging Contaminants" was presented at American Geophysical Union Headquarters, in Washington, D.C., December 1-2, 2005. Recent news accounts report the decline of amphibian populations worldwide, the feminization of male fish, and other disturbing trends. Our increasing use (and accompanying environmental releases) of various man-made compounds is suspected of contributing to these trends. Recently published data from U.S. Geological Survey scientists showed that 80 percent of sampled streams contained contaminants--samples often contained multiple contaminants. Many pesticides, pharmaceuticals, industrial chemicals, nanoparticles, microorganisms, and other compounds are emerging as contaminants to which we must devote more attention. Too little is known about the effects that these agents have on human or ecosystem health, how to control their release into the environment, and the potential for hazardous by-products. We still are seeking ways to apply insight gained from past experiences when new chemicals and technologies surprised us with unintended health and environmental consequences.More than 80 scientists, managers, and professionals, from 50 organizations made findings and recommendations on steps necessary to address these challenges. Price: $10.00, plus $2.50 S/H Payment may be made by credit card using PayPal (click on PayPal icon below) or by check to RNRF, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814. 2005 Congress Report - $12.50 (US) More information on the conference is available at http://www.rnrf.org/2005cong.

Building Capacity for Coastal Solutions RNRF's "Congress on Building Capacity for Coastal Solutions" was presented at American Geophysical Union Headquarters, in Washington, D.C., December 6-7, 2004. The coasts are a vital ecologic and economic resource under increasing and unprecedented pressures. The U.S. Congress must find funding to protect and conserve these essential resources. Coastal wetlands and estuaries are spawning, feeding, and nursery areas for fish and other marine life. One out of six U.S. jobs is marine-related, and one-third of the Gross Domestic Product is produced in coastal counties. The 180 million Americans and international visitors who enjoy coastal areas and coral reefs each year account for 85 percent of U.S. tourism revenues. While coastal counties comprise only 17 percent of the U.S. contiguous land area, more than half the population lives in these areas. Coastal population increases by 3,600 people per day thus increasing land consumption and automobile use. Nonpoint source water pollution and erosion from agriculture, forestry, and urban and suburban areas have further contributed to stress of coastal ecosystems. Two national commissions, the Pew Oceans Commission and the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy, identified many concerns regarding our oceans. More than 80 scientists, managers, and professionals, from 65 organizations, attended the congress to consider findings and recommendations of the commissions, and to identify high priority activities for early action. Price: $10.00, plus $2.50 S/H Payment may be made by credit card using PayPal (click on PayPal icon below) or by check to RNRF, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814. 2004 Congress Report - $12.50 (US) More information on the conference is available at http://www.rnrf.org/2004cong.

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Federal Natural Resources Agencies Confront an Aging Workforce and Challenges to Their Future Roles RNRF's "Conference on Personnel Trends, Education Policy, and Evolving Roles of Federal and State Natural Resources Agencies" was presented in association with the American Association for the Advancement of Science, in Washington, D.C., October 28–29, 2003. As increasing numbers of employees become eligible to retire, federal and state agencies are losing institutional memory and having difficulties in maintaining core scientific competencies. Some changes in government's role are occurring by default and omission—without discussion and deliberation about agency missions and priorities. Other changes are deliberate and reflect the view that less government is better, even when it comes to managing and conserving the nation's natural resources and sustaining its environmental integrity. These challenges to government's role are occurring as the number of stakeholders is increasing, management is becoming more complex, resource use is rising, and science knowledge grows. An energetic and sustained outreach program to the public is desperately needed. "Resource national security" is at risk. Compounding these demographic shifts and challenges to government's role, new fiscal stringencies are seriously threatening natural resources and science programs. Universities and professional and scientific societies must respond by aggressively supporting essential natural resources programs, and by assuring that newly educated professionals and scientists will be available. Partnerships engaging all parties are essential in assuring that natural resources conservation and management remains a priority. Price: $10.00, plus $2.50 S/H Payment may be made by credit card using PayPal (click on PayPal icon below) or by check to RNRF, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814. 2003 Conference Report - $12.50 (US) More information on the conference is available at http://www.rnrf.org/2003conf

GUIDE FOR CONTRIBUTORS TO THE RENEWABLE RESOURCES JOURNAL

Scope

Renewable Resources Journal (RRJ) is a quarterly journal of Renewable Natural Resources Foundation. Its goal is to provide timely, useful, and accurate information on natural resource conservation, management, and public policy. RRJ is designed to foster communication, cooperation, and collaboration across natural resource disciplines and organizations.

We encourage submission of topical manuscripts of broad interest that address contemporary issues and problems at the intersection of natural resource conservation, management, and public policy. Authors are encouraged to contact the editor at info@rnrf.org to discuss the scope and topic of an article. Lengthy, specialized, or highly technical articles will not be accepted.

General Instructions

Manuscripts must be typed, upper and lower case, double-spaced throughout, with ample margins. Subheadings are desirable. The title should be short, yet explicit, beginning with a key word useful in indexing. The title, author's name, and affiliation should be included as the author wishes it to appear. Each page should be numbered consecutively and carry an abbreviated version of the title in the upper right corner. Footnotes are permissible and desirable when merited. Photographs and tables may be submitted but will only be printed in black and white. The editor reserves the right to decide whether to include the photographs or tables. Recommended maximum length of articles is 4,000 words.

Articles should be sent via email in text or Word format to info@rnrf.org. Figures and images should be submitted in EPS format with sufficient resolution. Tables should be in Excel or Word formats. The editor reserves the right to edit all manuscripts for length and content. All will be reviewed by the editor, and, where appropriate, by experts in the subject matter being reported. The editor also reserves the right to determine in which issue of RRJ an article will appear.

All questions regarding publication should be addressed to the Editor, Renewable Resources Journal, Renewable Natural Resources Foundation, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814 USA, info@rnrf.org.