478583-HS2024-0-Introduction to Microbial Ecology and Evolution





Root number 478583
Semester HS2024
Type of course Lecture
Allocation to subject Ecology and Evolution
Type of exam Written exam
Title Introduction to Microbial Ecology and Evolution
Description Open to all BSc 3rd year, MSc and doctoral students in biology. Registration deadline 15 September in KSL. Registration is binding.

This course aims to introduce biology students to the field of microbial ecology and evolution. The specific goals are to 1) become familiar with the language of microbial ecology and evolution, 2) obtain an appreciation for the diversity and complexity of microbial communities, 3) understand the interplay between ecology and evolution in microbial communities, 4) understand the importance of space in controlling ecological and evolutionary processes, and 5) recognize the importance of microbial communities for biotechnology, environmental sustainability, and health and disease. The course is based on lectures. No text book is required.
ILIAS-Link (Learning resource for course) Registrations are transmitted from CTS to ILIAS (no admission in ILIAS possible). ILIAS
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Lecturers Dr. David R. JohnsonInstitute of Ecology and Evolution (IEE) 
ECTS 2
Recognition as optional course possible Yes
Grading 1 to 6
 
Dates Monday 13:15-15:00 Weekly
Monday 6/1/2025 13:15-15:00
 
Rooms Haller-Auditorium 248, Geologie, Bal 1
Seminarraum D110, Ökologie und Evolution
 
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