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.

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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 was 28 June 2026. These works entered to gthe Review Process with Scientific Committee on 11th of July 2026.

   • Notifications of acceptance will be available by July 20, 2026 via PORTAL ABSTRACT REVIEW.

BLITZ SESSION

9. • Due to increased interest in 4IJS and to allow the optimum quality and up/to/date research on jackals and related species ecology ti be presented during the 4IJS a NEW SESSION and CALL of ABSTRACTS was opened, THE BLITZ SESSION! The scientific value and the editing rules are of the same importance as the Abstracts submitted on due time! The presentation of the works differ and the work would be assigned into a spevcial BLITZ SESSION with 3 minutes powerpoint and 2 minutes questions, or 5 minutes presentation with final session addressed one question.

   • DEADLINE BLITZ SESSION: 31 JULY 2026

10. Review Process:

    • The scientific committee will review abstracts.

    • Notifications of acceptance will be sent.

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.

3. BLITZ PRESENTATIONS:

2. • Duration: 3 minutes, followed by a 2-minute Q&A. OR 5 minutes presentation with 1 question at the end of the session.

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

   • This is the only presentation type still opened until 31 of July 2026!

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Registration and Fees

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

REGISTRATION ACCOUNT

BENEFICIARY DETAILS:

Name: D.D.N.I.

Address: City: Tulcea; Street: Babadag 165; Postal code: 820112; Country: Romania

Euro (EUR) Registration Account 

CONT EUR IBAN: RO72BTRLEURCRT0375566814

SWIFT CODE BTRLRO22

Romanian Leu (RON) Registration Account 

CONT RON IBAN: RO04BTRLRONCRT0375566804

SWIFT CODE BTRLRO22

Details needed in there is a request for invoicing: Name of Institution or person, address, identification data, VAT tax code, Bank account and name.

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)

-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:

Late Registration 

NOW OPENED: 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

Early Bird CLOSED: until 31 May 2026

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

NOT included: 

• 2) PreSymposium MONITORING Jackal Course 25 Euro Fee + 45 Euro Accommodation, please see details !

• 3) Gala Dinner 80 Euro

• 4) Boat Excursion 105 Euro

• 5) Accommodation or transportation

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.

2) MONITORING COURSE Soundscapes Jackal Ecology ( LIMITED 30 PLACES)

Educational Course Fees (October 5–6, 2026) DETAILS HERE

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, 

Accommodation on the 5th of October 45 Euro 

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

5) ACCOMMODATION (Hotel Delta, at the 4IJS venue)

To secure your reservation, please send an email directly to hoteldeltatulcea(at)gmail.com. It is essential that you include the subject line "JACKAL" in your email to ensure your booking is processed correctly. We look forward to welcoming you to the symposium this October. The registration here is consider valid only if you received a confirmation email from the Hotel.

HOTEL DELTA3

52 Euro / Night Single Room 

62 Euro / Night Double Room

76 Euro / Night Triple Room

HOTEL DELTA 4

78 EURO /Night Single Room

86 EURO / Night Double Room

104 Euro / Night Triple Room

120 Euro / Deluxe Room

Included: Breakfast, TVA, Internet, Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Fitness

Not included: City Tax (2%)