23302b Seminar

S Parasitism and mutualism

Renate Radek, Sophie Armitage

Information for students

Additional information / Pre-requisites

binding preliminary meeting: 19.04.2024, 12:00 Uhr, Kursraum D/E (R 2/3)
written exam 16.08.2024, 10:00 Uhr, Raum 010. Students have to give a presentation

Comments

Students have to give a presentation

Contents:
Introduction to mutualistic and parasitc systems. Biology, life cycles, and anatomy/morphology of unicellular parasites and mutualists, animal parasites (worms, arthropods), and gall inducers on plants are discussed. Some half-day excursions for collecting material (botanical garden) and getting to know relevant institutes. Learning objectives: After completing the module, the students will possess in-depth knowledge of the biology, anatomy, and morphology of parasites and mutualists. They will be able to independently apply microscopic methods and perform preparations to detect and characterize parasites. close

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