The conference begins on 26th August with an interactive fieldtrip to the Pennine hills, lead by the dynamic Dr Jeff Blackford and vibrant Dr Phillip Hughes, experts in palaeoecology and glacial geomorphology. For just £10 you will get a leisurely fieldtrip discussing the many geomorphological features in the area, and have go coring peat deposits in the afternoon. The final two days of the conference will include research presentations and poster sessions, which always produce varied, positive and constructive discussion between delegates. The conference dinner will be held on the 27th August at the credit crunching price of £20!! Key speakers on the final day (28th Aug) will include Prof Jamie Woodward, an expert in Geoarchaeological research.
Registration is just £15, which includes lunch and refreshments!! It is a great way to meet fellow students, make friends and discuss your research in a relaxed and diverse research environment. The 3 day event is open to postgraduates involved in any aspect of Quaternary research, from geomorphology to geoarchaeology, palaeoenvironmental reconstructions to glacial histories, and anything in between. For those requiring accommodation the deadline has been extended to the 29th May, for those submitting an abstract/registering without accommodation the deadline is 12th June. Accommodation is en-suite with a continental breakfast included for an amazing £20/night!!So we encourage you to visit our website (www.sed.manchester.ac.uk/QRA/) and apply as soon as possible!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Rose, Debs & Rajasmita
Manchester QRA Conference Team