The TRACE conference seeks to strengthen the network and scientific exchange of scientists and students involved in the study of tree rings. This annual conference is an initiative of the 'Association for Tree-Ring Research' (ATR).

TRACE 2006 will be held on April 20-22 at the Laboratory for Wood Biology and Xylarium, Royal Museum for Central Africa (RMCA), Leuvensesteenweg 13, 3080 Tervuren, Belgium.

As with past conferences, we especially aim to give young scientists and students the opportunity to present concepts, ongoing and finished work. The scope of the meetings includes all fields of dendroecology, such as tree rings and

Following the (informal) tradition of the last TRACE meetings, we hope to have a relaxed atmosphere to enable many discussions, exchange of knowledge, fruitful new contacts and possible collaborations.