************************************************** IV edition of the JIVIP Meeting (Azores, May 2006) ************************************************** From: J. Carlos Nunes <jcnunes@xxxxxxxxxxxx> IV Pico Island International Volcanological Meeting OVERVIEW The Azores archipelago is a natural laboratory for studies on the field of volcanology (such a multidisciplinary science), what makes the Azores region a special place for many studies, researchers and scientists. In this context, the Pico Island International Volcanological Meeting (JIVIP) aim to contribute for the promotion and the spreading of knowledge in the domain of Volcanology about the Island of Pico, the Azores and, in general, the World. The main goals of the IV edition of the JIVIP Meeting are: (1) to constitute a meeting among specialists on the field of volcanology (2) to contribute for a better knowledge on the geology and volcanology of the archipelagos of the 'Macaronesia' - Azores, Madeira, Canaries and Cape Verde and (3) to improve the dialogue between the researchers and the local community. For the achievement of these goals, JIVIP Meeting includes: (1) scientific sessions, for presentation of new research works; (2) a Course, with both theoretical and practical classes; and (3) public sessions, devoted to the volcanism and its interactions with the society. In this meeting there will be invited scientists from countries such as Spain, Italy, United Kingdom, United States of America and Japan, besides Portugal Mainland. It is expected the participation of authorities and technicians of the national, regional and local administrations. VENUE AND DATES The fourth edition of the JIVIP Meeting will take place at Lajes do Pico village, on the SE coast of Pico Island (Azores), on May 2nd and 3rd, 2006. The course 'Geotectonics and Volcanism of the Macaronesia' will take place between May 4th and 6th. For more, please go to: http://www.uac.pt/~jivipico/ ============================================================== To unsubscribe from the volcano list, send the message: signoff volcano to: listserv@xxxxxxx, or write to: volcano-request@xxxxxxxx To contribute to the volcano list, send your message to: volcano@xxxxxxxx Please do not send attachments. ==============================================================
