The Graduate School University of Santo Tomas October 22 – 26, 2012

1. REGISTRATION & PAYMENT FORM Prof/ Dr/ Mr/ Ms ________________________________ Surname Given Name M.I. Affiliation:________________________________________________________ Position:_________________________ Mailing address:_________________________ ________________________________ e-mail:__________________________ Mobile no.:_______________________ Registration Fees – omics and – matics: M odern Tools for B iodiversity Studies The Graduate School University of Santo Tomas October 22 – 26, 2012 A hands-on course on Phylo- genetics Evolution Biogeo-graphy Early bird registration Regular registration Course Facilitators: Dr. Arnaud Mouly Chrono-environment Laboratory Universite de Franche – Comte, France Dr. Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro College of Science/The Grduate School & RCNAS, University of Santo Tomas Specializations: Tropical Plant Taxonomy, Molecular Phylogenetics, Biogeography and Ecology, DNA Barcoding 3-unit credit Pre-registrants should submit the accomplished registration form and deposit slip via email to Dr. Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro (UST) on or before September 30, 2012. Payments can be made at any BPI branch to University of Santo Tomas, Account no. 0151-0000-45. A fee of PhP 3,000 will be charged if cancellation of reservation is made one week before the scheduled date. For further queries, contact: Dr. Grecebio Jonathan Alejandro The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas gdalejandro@mnl.ust.edu.ph/ (+63)917-8654373

2. About the course Schedule In the ever changing dynamic system of biodiversity, most of the methods which describe it focus on a fixed picture. However, nowadays phylogenetic tools open interesting approaches in modern taxonomy, evolution, ecology and conservation. One of the targets of scientists today is to understand biodiversity in a temporal and evolutive perspective by reconstructing the history of organisms and ecosystems; thus, providing better insights on the process of change and in predicting plausible future evolution. During the course, students will acquire knowledge on practical ways to study plant diversity in different levels: genetics, species and ecosystems. Together with classical methodologies, the course will elucidate how phylogenetic trees bring important complementary information in biodiversity research. Most of the methods learned during the course are applicable in all lineages of organisms. Target Participants Students specializing in biosystematics Molecular biology and bioinformatics enthusiasts Organizers Faculty members handling systematic biology courses • The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas • Center for Continuing Professional Education and Development (CCPED) • Engr. Delfin R. Jacob, PIE MS • Mr. Aeron Borlongan • Thomasian Angiosperm Phylogeny • & Barcoding Group (TAPBG) • Dr. Grecebio Jonathan Alejandro • Mr. Millard Uy, MSc • Mr. Axel Arriola, MSc • Mr. Jayson Chavez, MSc • Mr. Erwin Puno Plant enthusiasts Other Course Features • LIMITED SLOTS available (40 participants max.) • The fee covers the Course materials and DNA kits, • 5 lunches,10 snacks, cocktails • UST graduate students can opt to credit the • training into a 3-unit course (for 2nd • semester, A.Y. 2012 - 2013) • lectures plus HANDS–ON TRAINING