4IJS Photography: Alexandra Ion

Registration, NEWS and parallel website at National Institute for Danube Delta Research and Development

TOPICS FOR THE 4IJS

The symposium will address the following topics, derived from the common online meetings of GOJAGE:

1. Monitoring, conservation, and lethal control (hunting)

2. Population ecology, reproduction biology, and behavior

3. Genetics, genomics, and biogeography

4. Movement ecology

5. Community ecology: interspecific relations, prey-predator dynamics, scavenging, and food resources

6. Social aspects of carnivores and mesocarnivores (cultural semiotics)

7. Diseases, control, and prevention of epizootic diseases

We encourage submissions exploring these themes concerning the golden jackal (Canis aureus) and other related species! Here is a link to the jackal-related species for which we encourage you to submit your work to the 4IJS.

---

Guidelines for Abstract Submission

4th International Jackal Symposium

Date: 7-10 October 2026
Location: TULCEA, Danube Delta, Romania

Abstract Submission Guidelines:

1. Title:

   • The title of your abstract should reflect the content of your research. It should be concise and informative.

   • The scientific name of the species must be written in italics (e.g., Canis aureus).

   • You may include the author and year of species description only if relevant to taxonomic studies.

2. Example Title:

   • "Dietary Habits of the Golden Jackal (Canis aureus) in the Danube Delta"

   • "Taxonomy and Distribution of Canis lupaster anthus (Cuvier, 1820) in Sub-Saharan Africa" 

3. Affiliations:

   • Please include the names of all authors along with their affiliations (department, institution, country).

   • The corresponding author should be indicated clearly with their email address.

4. Example Affiliation:

   • John Doe, Department of Ecology, University of Bucharest, Romania (john.doe@unibuc.ro)

   • Jane Smith, Department of Wildlife Conservation, University of Vienna, Austria (jane.smith@univie.ac.at)

5. Length:

   • Abstracts must be between 300 and 350 words.

6. Structure:

   • Introduction: Briefly describe the context and purpose of your study (1-2 sentences).

   • Methods: Summarize the methodology used in your study (2-3 sentences).

   • Results: Highlight the key findings of your research (3-4 sentences).

   • Conclusions: Provide the implications or relevance of your findings (1-2 sentences).

7. Visuals:

   • Authors may include up to three objects (images, tables, or graphs) to support their abstract.

   • Resolution: All visuals must have a minimum resolution of 300 DPI.

   • Size: Maximum visual size should be 9 x 16 cm (approximately 1063 x 1890 pixels).

   • Format:

     • The preferred format for images and graphics is PNG.

     • Tables should be included directly in the text and formatted for clear readability.

     • If using JPEG, ensure it is a high-quality image to maintain clarity.

8. Language:

   • All abstracts must be submitted in English.

9. Submission Process:

   • Abstracts must be submitted via email in Word (.doc) format, using Times New Roman, size 12. 

   • The deadline for abstract submission is 10 May 2026.

10. Review Process:

    • The scientific committee will review abstracts.

    • Notifications of acceptance will be sent by 10 June 2026.

11. Important Notes:

    • Ensure that your abstract is clear, concise, and free of errors.

    • Any abstracts exceeding the word limit or visual size requirements will be rejected.

    • You may be asked to revise your submission based on the committee's feedback.

Please submit abstracts via email to: 4IJS(at)jackalecology.eu 

Presentation Preferences for the 4th International Jackal Symposium

We invite all participants to submit their works for either oral or poster presentations. Please specify your preferred presentation type when submitting your abstract. However, please note that the organizing committee may assign you to the other format based on the available schedule.

Presentation Guidelines

1. Oral Presentations:

   • Duration: 7 minutes, followed by a 3-minute Q&A.

   • Format: Presentations should be in English. Please use PowerPoint for your slides.

2. Poster Presentations:

   • Size: A0 size (84.1 cm x 118.9 cm, 33.1 inches x 46.8 inches).

   • Orientation: Portrait.

   • Authors must be present at their posters during the designated session for questions.

---

Registration and Fees

Participants are required to register for the symposium and/or the educational course.

REGISTRATION ACCOUNT

Euro (EUR) Registration Account 

CONT EUR IBAN:

Romanian Leu (RON) Registration Account 

CONT RON : 

FEES INCLUDE: Access to all Communication sessions, Poster sessions, Keynote and Plenary lectures, Book of Abstracts, 4IJS promo materials. Includes coffee, pastries, and lunch 7th and 8th of October.

1) Symposium Fees (October 7–10, 2026)

Not included: Soundscapes Jackal Course, Gala Dinner, and Boat Excursion: Please SEE PRICES BELOW!

-Registration Categories

A) Regular Participant (Senior Scientist / Specialist)

B) Student (Undergraduate / Graduate / Resident) — proof of status required (school or university certificate). Not for PhD Students or Candidates

C) Accompanying Persons An Accompanying Person is a spouse, partner, family member, or guest attending the social aspects of the symposium but not participating in the scientific sessions. The Accompanying Persons have access to Welcome Reception, Coffee breaks (social areas only), Closing Ceremony, and Exhibition area

Registration Deadlines:

Early Bird: until 31 May 2026

A) 200 EUR, B) 100 EUR, C) 60 EUR

Late Registration: 1 June – 30 September 2026

A) 220 EUR, B) 110 EUR, C) 80 EUR

On-site Registration: 5 –10 October 2026

A) 250 EUR, B) 125 EUR, C) 100 EUR

IMPORTANT The Organizing Committee of the 4IJS does not assume responsibility for facilitating visas or travel permits for participants arriving from outside the European Union or from countries with restrictions on international travel. Participants are kindly advised to independently arrange the necessary documentation by consulting the official websites of their country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as the relevant Romanian authorities.

SOON AVAILABLE SCHEDULES

2) Soundscapes Jackal Ecology ( LIMITED 30 PLACES)

Educational Course Fees (October 5–6, 2026)

A) B), and C) Course Registration Fee 25 Euro

Included transport and fieldwork (2hours 20:00-22:00 on the 5th of October, access to 3 hours theory courses, and 1 hour sonograme lesson - the 6th of October, 

NOT Include Accommodation on the 5th of October

3) Gala DINNER

A) B), and C) Gala Dinner Fee 80 Euro

4) BOAT EXCURSION

A) B), and C) Boat Excursion Fee 105 Euro Included field trip and lunch