Call for Papers by August 15, 2010 for International Symposium on Environmental Behavior and Effects of Biomass-derived Charcoal, China

Zhejiang University in collaboration with colleagues in China and elsewhere is hosting an International Symposium on Environmental Behavior and Effects of Biomass-derived Charcoal in Hangzhou, China October 9-11, 2010.

The main objective of this symposium is to provide a platform for international experts and academics in the area to exchange ideas, to discuss scientific subjects from the viewpoint of environmental science, geochemistry, biology, soil science and policy, to promote further worldwide research and collaborations in biochar, and to develop carbonization technology for biochar production in a sustainable manner.

The abstracts should be written in English in Microsoft Word format and be sent in electronic format via email at biochar2010@163.com by no later than August 15, 2010.

Please include the following information in the manuscripts: Presentation title, Author's full name, Organisation, Mailing and Email address, and Telephone number for the domestic participants.

For more information on the symposium, and to register, please visit the event website at: http://www.iest.zju.edu.cn/biochar2010