[SIGCIS-Members] CFP: Conference on the History of Atmospheric Chemistry at CHF in Philadelphia

[Thomas Haigh]

I'm forwarding this on behalf of the organizer, Jim Fleming.
http://www.colby.edu/sts/JimFleming.html He's a tireless researcher, who has
done an enormous amount as founder of the STS program at Colby College and a
community builder within the history of meteorology. Jim's indicated an
interest in proposals on computer related themes regarding atmospheric
pollution, climate modeling, etc. Note that they have "partial support" for
travel of "selected participants." 

Tom

Chemical Weather and Chemical Climate: 
Body, Place, Planet in Historical Perspective

Gordon Cain Conference on the History of Atmospheric Chemistry
Chemical Heritage Foundation, Philadelphia, PA
March 31-April 1, 2011

Call for Papers:

The atmosphere is as intimate and personal as a breath of air; it also
manifests in particular ways in particular locales and as global phenomena
with international social, political, and economic dimensions.  The phrase
"chemical weather" invokes the temporal and spatial variability and
complexity of atmospheric chemical processes.  Air quality forecasts
indicating expected levels of pollutants such as smog, ozone, pollen, and
suspended particulate matter are one example of this; etiological studies of
air pollution and health are another; military and security concerns over
poison gas and aerosol attacks represent yet a third area of focus.
"Chemical climate" refers to large scale and long-term interactions also
known as bio-geo-chemical cycles, their changes, and their social import.

The 2011 Gordon Cain Conference seeks papers and posters that present
original research, examine historiographical issues, and/or pursue
historical syntheses in the field of atmospheric chemistry (broadly
defined).  Special consideration will be given to contributions addressing
issues of scale-for example lungs, locales, and trans-boundary issues-and
exploring interdisciplinary perspectives involving literature, art,
architecture, and related fields.  Papers may also involve case studies of
chemical industries, governance, regulation, and litigation. Presenters are
encouraged to emphasize the social relevance of their research and to
communicate the results of their research in forms accessible to the
interested public.

The conference is planned for 30 participants, including approximately 12
paper writers and an equal number of commentators.  Papers will be
pre-circulated.  At the conference, each paper will be introduced by a
commentator and discussed with the author in a 45-minute session.  Proposals
for 90-minute thematic panels involving two or three presenters are also
welcome.  The first session is scheduled for early afternoon on Thursday,
March 31.  This will be followed by a keynote address and public reception
where research posters will be on display.  Paper sessions continue Friday,
April 1, with the posters discussed mid-day and a final session ending by
6:00 pm.  Participants, including selected poster presenters, will be asked
to revise their contributions for possible publication.

Students and scholars from all nations and at all stages of their careers
are encouraged to apply. Partial support for travel, accommodation, and
meals for selected participants will be provided by CHF.

Please send your paper or poster title, abstract of 250 words or less, and a
2-page c.v. to Professor James R. Fleming, STS Program, Colby College,
Waterville, Maine 04358, USA, Email: jfleming at colby.edu at any time, but no
later than the (slightly extended) deadline of Nov. 15, 2010.