From what I've heard the initial emails can take a month or two to get out, and according to one of the places I've called (remote location) they have not even seen any of the candidates from PUBNAT2 on their list yet, so if you're still waiting, like me, just do what you can to stay sane. Even if it does not work out there will be more announcements.
If I'm not selected I'll reapply and keep on chuggin'.
It just is what it is I guess.